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8D7N Highlights of Oman (DQMM)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
<p>Arrive at any time.</p>
<p>Explore some of the highlights of the city including the Grand Mosque, the Bait Al Zubair Museum, and the historic souk in Muttrah, before heading to Old Muscat and view the 16th century Al-Mirani and Al-Jelani forts from outside.</p>
<p>Leave Muscat behind and drive along the coast towards the picturesque Bimmah Sinkhole. Continue to Sur, renowned in the past for its dhow shipyards, before reaching Ras al-Jinz on the coast. After an early dinner, visit the turtle sanctuary, where green turtles come from thousands of kilometres away to lay eggs at night.</p>
<p>Drive towards Wadi Bani Khalid, a rocky oasis nestled in the East Hajar mountains filled with natural pools. Later, begin your desert adventure through the dunes towards the desert camp, just in time for a sunset, then enjoy a traditional dinner.</p>
<p>Leaving the desert behind, we head towards Ibra and visit the impressive Jabrin castle. Continue towards Nizwa, stopping at the historic fortress of Bahla along the way.</p>
<p>Wake early to take part in the Nizwa cattle market. Watch locals buy and trade the best livestock, from goats to cattle directly from the herders. Continue to the town of Al Hamra and visit the renowned stone houses of Misfat Al Abriyeen and learn about the Falaj network, Oman’s ancient water supply system. Return to Nizwa via Jebel Shams and take in view of Wadi Nakhr known as the Grand Canyon of Oman.</p>
<p>Drive through Wadi Bani Awf and take in the beauty of the steep mountain cliffs before reaching the end point (“Snake Point”) of the gorge. Continue to Muscat for the evening.</p>
<p>Depart at any time.</p>
Accommodation / Hotels
Radisson Blu Hotel Muscat (★★★★☆)
Al Khwair, P.O.Box, 939, Pc 133, 133 Muscat, Oman
This central Muscat hotel is surrounded by landscaped gardens, a 30 minutes’ drive from Muscat International Airport. It offers air-conditioned rooms, a temperature-controlled outdoor pool, and free gym and sauna access.
The guest rooms feature a cable LCD TV, mini-bar and a safety deposit box. Rooms also include private bathrooms with bathtubs.
Radisson Blu Muscat offers local and international cuisine. Guests can eat on the terrace at Olivos Coffee Shop.
The staff of Radisson Blu will help you plan trips to Muscat attractions including Muttrah Corniche and the Zawawi Mosque, both located within 1.2 mi of the hotel.
Radisson Blu also features free Wi-Fi in the entire hotel and garden, 24-hour reception services, and free on-site public parking.
Desert Safari Camp (☆☆☆☆☆)
Bidiya, Al Ghabbi, P. O. Box 117, 421 Shāhiq, Oman
Safari Desert Camp offers accommodation in Al Sharqiyah. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.
All accommodations are either chalets or tents. The simple furnished accommodations feature carpeted floors and a seating area.
The Safari Desert Camp is a 22km drive into the desert. The site can only be accessed by 4×4 vehicles.
Al Diyar Hotel Nizwa (★★★☆☆)
Firq – Near to Nissan Showroom, 611 Nizwa, Oman
Offering 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi, Diyar Hotel is located in Nizwa. The historic Nizwa souq is a 6-minute drive from the hotel. Lolo hypermarket is 4 km away
The modern rooms at Diyar Hotel are air-conditioned. Each includes a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and a minibar. The private bathroom comes with a shower and free toiletries.
Diyar Hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Dry cleaning and ironing services can be requested at a surcharge. A free private parking is available on site.
Nizwa Fort at the heart of the city centre can be reached by car in 10 minutes. Muscat International Airport is 150 km from Diyar Hotel.
What's Included & Excluded
Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation
- Transportation
- Meals as per itinerary
Exclusions
- International air ticket
- Travel insurance
- Others not mentioned