Oman: Sea, Desert and Canyons
$3595
per personThis spectacular 9-day tour welcomes you with an array of adventures and charms like no other. This has to be one of our more exciting Oman tours as it covers the amazing Sea, Desert, and Canyon landscapes. Oman wouldn’t be complete without sand dune bashing through the desert (a bumpy and thrilling ride on a 4-wheel drive) and Omani BBQ around a campfire, under an incredible starry-night sky.
As you travel through this vast land and meet the locals, you would be able to appreciate Omani’s down-to-earth and refreshing take to its natural beauties and attractions. Bring home fabulous photos, aromatic Arabic perfumes and incense, beautiful silverware and the famous Omani sweets as souvenirs of your Arabian adventure!
9 Days, 8 Nights: Muscat, Jebel Shamsh, Nizwa, Wahiba Sands, Ras Al Jinz, Sur
TRIP OVERVIEW (*UNESCO World Heritage Sites)
✦ Customizable Private Tour
Muscat City Tour
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Al Alam Palace
Bait Al Zubair
Royal Opera House
Al Jalali Fort
Mutrah Souq
National Museum
Mutrah Corniche
Fort Al Mirani
Gentle Hike on Jebel Shamsh (Oman’s Grand Canyon)
Nizwa City Tour
‣ Nizwa Fort
Nizwa Souq
Livestock Market
Bahla Fort*
Izki & Sinaw (Desert Towns)
Old Abandoned Districts
Wahiba Sands Desert Camp
Camel Safari
Desert Camp & Dinner
Sand Dune or Wadi Bashing on a 4-Wheel Drive
Wadi Bani Khalid (Swin or Hike)
‣ Evening Turtle Beach Visit (Ras Al Jinz)
‣ Bimmah Sinkhole
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS TOUR
OMAN FROM ALL ANGLES
A country that has it all, this journey takes you into the three dimensions of Oman; Sea, Desert and Mountains. It’s majestic heritage and culture will not only have you mesmerized but Oman is also all about natural beauty.
LIFESTYLE IN THE DESERT
Turn the pages back to over 100 years ago, pre-1920’s before there were cars or any modern amenities when camels were ‘the ships of the desert’. This experience takes you on an adventure into the culture and history of a bygone era and gives you the chance to live a day in the life of a true Bedouin.
SEE THE ANCIENT CITY OF NIZWA COME TO LIFE
On Fridays, watch as farmers and traders from all over Oman come together to barter and trade their livestock and handicrafts for a living. Located at one of the finest traditional markets that exist today, there are some traditions that never change. See what life must have been like in a much older time!
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Muscat (MCT)
WITNESS THE SERENITY IN MUSCAT
Muscat is wedged between mountains and ocean with old forts and castles in between.
MUSCAT PROMENADE
Stroll along the Muttrah Corniche with the backdrop of a pretty clifftop 16th-century Portuguese fort and the amazing marble-clad Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
MEET THE FRIENDLY LOCALS
The culture is simple and peaceful; they are strict on traditions and limit western influences.
Muscat | Muscat City Tour
Breakfast
ROYAL OPERA HOUSE
Embodies one of the most beautiful and technically advanced opera houses in the world.
AL ALAM PALACE
A flamboyant, contemporary Islamic design, where the Sultan receives his official guests.
MUTTRAH SOUQ (BAZAAR)
Visit the oldest and largest market in the country for some amazing local gems and finds.
Muscat – Nizwa | Oman's Grand Canyon
- Breakfast
THE GRAND CANYON OF OMAN
Another must-see in Oman; site of one of the most famous wadis in the Al Dakhilya Region.
Nizwa | Nizwa Fort, Bahla Fort, Nizwa Souq, Livestock Market
- Breakfast
NIZWA FORT
Glance at the surrounding date plantations and the Hajar Mountains from its famed 130ft-tall round tower.
BAHLA FORT
A UNESCO World Heritage Site in the center of the most comprehensive walled cities in the world.
THE NIZWA WAY OF LIFE
The souq offers everything from exquisite sliver handicraft, grocery stalls to Friday livestock markets.
Nizwa - Wahiba Sands | Desert Towns, Camel Safari, Desert Camp
- Breakfast
Lunch Dinner
IZKI
Ruin of an old Omani village.
LIVE THE DESERT LIFESTYLE
A true experience that every traveler should try at least once.
EXTREMELY PHOTOGENIC DESERTS Deserts are filled with so much life and great photo opportunity at sunset and sunrise.
Wahiba Sands - Ras Al Jinz | Sand Dune or Wadi Bashing
- Breakfast
SAND DUNE BASHING
A thrilling 4-wheel ride through the desert sands by a skillful driver.
WADI BASHING
Thrilling 4-wheel drive vehicle through Oman's river bed, water, and rocks.
TASTE THE LOCAL DELICACY
A trading empire at the intersection of ancient spice trade routes.
Ras Al Jinz | Wadi Bani Khalid, Turtle Beach
- Breakfast
WADI WANDERLUST ADVENTURES
Ponds overflowing with life- swim among rocks and navigate into the nearby caves.
RAS AL JINZ
A turtle nesting site for 20,000 endangered green turtles annually.
AN AWE-INSPIRING SIGHT
See huge green turtles heading back to ocean.
Ras Al Jinz – Muscat | Sur, Bimmah Sinkhole
- Breakfast
THE COASTLINES OF SUR
The sea plays a big part in life in Oman and is the main source of serenity.
BIMMAH SINKHOLE
One of the world’s most beautiful natural sinkholes in Oman.
Muscat (MCT)
- Breakfast
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Hotels
We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.
| Destination | Comfort Class | Premium Class | Luxury Class |
| Muscat | Call |
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| Nizwa | Call |
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| Wahiba Sands | Call |
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| Ras Al Jinz | Call |
| Call |
- COMFORT ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- LUXURY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
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Dates & Pricing
PRIVATE TOURS
| Year | Tour Dates | Comfort | Premium | Luxury |
| 2019 | Oct 1 to Dec 14 | Call | $3,775 | Call |
| 2020 | Jan 16 to Apr 30 | Call | $3,775 | Call |
| 2020 | May 1 to Sep 30 | Call | $3,595 | Call |
| 2020 | Oct 1 to Dec 14 | Call | $4,155 | Call |
| 2021 | Jan 16 to Apr 30 | Call | $4,155 | Call |
Price Details
- ‣ Daily departures except Thursdays
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply during applicable major holidays. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
Deposit
- A deposit of $300 per person is required upon booking. Full payment to be made 90 days prior to departure date.
Flight Add-On
- ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
- ‣ The nearest airport is MCT (Muscat International Airport).
- ‣ Contact us for more details and pricing.
Inclusions
- ‣ Airport Transfers, Meet and Greet
- ‣ Hotel Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfast and Selected Meals (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ English speaking Local Guide
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
Exclusions
- ‣ Air Fare
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
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