Discover Oman

Muscat offers a unique opportunity to witness a modern commercial centre that’s totally in harmony with its traditional culture. You'll explore this enchanting port city as you see the magnificent splendour of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum, showcasing an incredible display of Omani antiques.

Later drive to Marina Bandar. On arrival at the Marina Bandar Al Rowdha, board on the speed boat and depart for dolphin cruise, head out to sea towards the favourite feeding grounds of the dolphins - between Fahal Island (opposite to the Petroleum refinery) and Bandar Khairan - a beautiful area of islands and pristine beaches. Oman’s waters are blessed with an abundance of sea life including an estimated 20 of the 80 known species of whales and dolphins. We provide the opportunity of enjoying the sight of the fabulous dolphins off the coast of Oman. Watching wild dolphins is a thrilling way to start the day and if you are lucky you may even come across one of the many species of whales that can be found just a few kilometres from Muscat‟s rugged coast (Please note that chances to see dolphin is 75%. Dolphin watching depends on the sea and weather condition.)
Later Drive along the waterfront Corniche and visit the bustling Muttrah Souq before enjoying some free time in the afternoon.

Overnight at Crowne Plaza or similar

Buffet breakfast at the hotel
We depart by air-conditioned 4x4 from the hotel, drive through the spectacular Western Hajar mountains to Nizwa area.it was once the capital of Oman and retains its charm as an enduring reminder of traditional Oman.
Our first stop will be Al Ameen Mosque. Later we drive to Al Hamra to see one of the oldest villages of this region. The traditional mud houses dated back from 400 years are still occupied.
Lunch will be served at local restaurant in Al Hamra.
Later drive to Jebel Shams, the highest mountain peak in GCC. Enjoy the breathtaking view of Grand Canyon, the second larget canyon in the world.
Later drive back to Jebel Akhder and check in at Shahab Resort Spa.
Dinner at hotel

Overnight at Shahab Resort Spa

Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Check out from the hotel and drive to the old town of Nizwa. Visit Nizwa Souq. The impressive New Souq complex has been sensitively designed using Omani fort architecture and elegant Islamic arches. The air-conditioned halls of this souq are full of fresh fruit and vegetables, herbs and spices, huge stacks of dates and freshly caught fish. This is still the best place to buy traditional silver “Khanjars” (hand- carved Omani daggers) and Bedouin jewellery, where silver is still sold by weight.
Later drive to “The Green Mountain”, is part of the Al Hajar mountain range, one of Oman‟s most spectacular regions. An extensive upland plateau surrounded by craggy summits and steep gorges. Gaze across the spectacular scenery of terraced farms and valleys, and visit the agricultural village of Al Ayn, where you can see how traditional farm life has evolved and observe the 2,000-year-old „falaj‟ water system up close. Visit the picturesque abandoned village of Wadi Bani Habib and marvel at the traditional way of life as you follow the old farm trails through the wadi and farmlands growing walnut trees and pomegranate bushes. Agreat experience for those who wish to see the best of the region in a compact journey. Dive to Wahiba Sands
Arrive and check in at Desert Rose Camp.
Dinner at Camp

Overnight at Desert Rose Camp

Buffet breakfast at the camp
Another early morning sunrise in the desert which we view from atop one of the high points in the vicinity of our campsite. It is amazing how quickly the desert changes colours, and how the features of the Wahiba Sands alter with the changing light. On our drive across the desert we will encounter a unique array of flora and fauna in the undulating red and white sand dunes. The Wahiba is the home to a few thousand Bedouins who are known to
have inhabited this inhospitable region for at least 7000 years. , we visit the Bedouin house and share a coffee with them and buy handmade souvenir

Later we drive to Wadi Bani khalid, this is considered one of the most beautiful wadi’s in Oman. The drive to Wadi Bani Khalid is through the Eastern Hajar Mountains, which offers a panoramic view of landscape below. We pass many pretty villages embedded in the mountains. Here the road winds down to the wadi along side a large, shallow pool fringed with vegetation and ends at a village. We park our vehicles at this point and continue on a short trek to the deep blue pools of the wadi. Enjoy a swim in this glorious grace of nature.
After relaxing in the wadi continue to, a sea-faring town and a trading port bustling with activity throughout the year. Famed for the fascinating architecture of its old town and shipyards where traditional dhows have been built for centuries at the edge of the bay.
Break for lunch at local restaurant
After lunch check in at Turtle Beach Resort
Afternoon at leisure

At night assemble at the hotel lobby and drive to Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve for a guided tour of turtle watching.

(Please note ; Turtle watching starts at 2100 hrs.

Overnight at Turtle Beach Resort

Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Check outf from the hotel and depart to Muscat. We stop at Wadi Tiwi, another spectacularly deep and narrow gorge carved out of the mountains, running between towering cliffs right down to the sea. It compensates with its old traditional villages, surrounded by lush plantations of date and banana, and crisscrossed with a network of gurgling aflaj.

After around 5km you’ll reach the picturesque village of Harat Bidah, where the road narrows dramatically, squeezing its way between old houses and high stone walls. Stop here to capture some stunning pictures of the Wadi
Later drive to Muscat Enroute stop at Bimah Sink hole and quriyat Town
Arrive at the Airport and check in at Airline counter to board your flight back home