Enchanting Oman: A 12-Day Adventure from Muscat to Salalah

  • Salalah
  • West Salalah
  • Khasab

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12 Days | 11 Nights

Tour Types: Private
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Tour Description


Embark on a 12-day adventure from Muscat to Salalah and discover the diverse beauty of Oman. Explore ancient forts and vibrant souks, traverse majestic mountains, and experience the thrill of the Wahiba Sands desert. Witness nesting turtles, explore historic towns, and relax on pristine beaches. Immerse yourself in Omani culture and hospitality on this unforgettable journey.

Highlights

  • Nizwa: Visit the ancient fort and bustling souks of this historic town.
  • Muscat: Explore the capital city's historic forts, grand mosques, and vibrant souks.
  • Wahiba Sands: Experience the beauty of the desert with a thrilling 4x4 dune bashing adventure.
  • Salalah: Visit the beautiful beaches, lush greenery, and ancient ruins of this coastal city.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Muscat Airport - Muscat Hotel    

1 Stop

1

Arrival

Arrive in Muscat and get transferred to your hotel and overnight.

Day 2
Muscat City Tour - Muscat Hotel    

1 Stop

1

City Tour

Morning time we drive to the city tour of Muscat which offers the visitor a unique opportunity to witness a modern commercial center existing in harmony with its traditional culture. With its natural harbor, Muscat means “Anchorage” & lies in a natural volcanic bowl. Our tour of the Grand Mosque (except Friday) & Bait Al Zubair Museum (except Friday) is a brief introduction that traces Oman’s history and development. Drive along the waterfront Corniche visiting the Fish Market & the colourful Muttrah Souq. We proceed for a photo stop at the magnificent Al Alam Palace, the official palace of His Majesty flanked by the 16th-century Portuguese forts Mirani & Jalali. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast

Day 3
Muscat Hotel - Nizwa via Wadi Bani Auf - Nizwa Hotel    

1 Stop

1

Nizwa via Wadi Bani Auf

Proceed to visit the Seeb fishing village and drive to the sparkling springs at Nakhl. Drive through the spectacular Wadi Bani Auf. This stretch of graded road is very adventurous & for the physically fit only as it involves steep bends and bumpy roads. Visit the charming mountain village of Bilad Sayt where one is awestruck by the beauty of the landscape. This 70 km stretch of road continues into the village of Al Hamra famous for its date plantations. Overnight at Nizwa
Breakfast

Day 4
Nizwa Hotel - Wahiba via Wadi Bani Khalid - Wahiba Camp    

1 Stop

1

Wahiba via Wadi Bani Khalid

This morning we visit the imposing Nizwa Round Tower Fort. The neighboring Souk is an interesting shopping venue with its intricately handcrafted silver jewelry and khanjars. From here we proceed towards the scenic Wadi Bani Khalid with its deep blue pools of water fringed by the date palms which is an ideal spot to relax. We then drive to the Wahiba sands which consists of undulating sand dunes of different hues rising up to 200 meters which are host to a variety of flora and fauna. The ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a photographer’s delight. Overnight at camp in Sheikh Tent.
Breakfast & Dinner

Day 5
Wahiba Camp - Muscat via Coastal Road - Seeb Hotel    

1 Stop

1

Muscat via Coastal Road

Morning breakfast at the camp. Later check-out from the camp and proceed to Sur. Visit the fish jetty and dhow factory. Drive via the coastal road to Muscat. Stop at Fins beach for a swim (swim at your own risk). Our next stop is the Bimah Sinkhole, a spectacular limestone crater with blue-green water at the bottom. On clear sunny days while driving along the coast one might have a chance to see sharks in the deep blue water or fleet-footed Gazelle sprint across the landscape. Proceed to Wadi Arabian which has refreshing deep pools of water set among the date palms. Return to Muscat via Mazara and check in at your hotel in Muscat.
Breakfast

Day 6
Muscat Airport - Khasab Airport - Khasab Hotel    

1 Stop

1

Khasab Half-day Tour

Proceed to Muscat airport for your flight to Khasab. Later, Arrive at Khasab Airport, meet, and greet, and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon proceed on a half-day mountain safari in a 4WD. Drive to Jebel Harim which is the highest mountain in Musandam(2087M). En route stop at ‘Sayh’ village, located at1100M above sea level. From the Khawr Al Najid view, the splendid coastline spread with turquoise blue waters lapping the shores. Proceed to visit Bir Khat Khalidiya Park with its acacia trees, which remain green throughout the year.
Breakfast

Day 7
Full Day Dhow Cruise - Khasab Hotel    

1 Stop

1

Full Day Dhow Cruise

Transfer to Khasab Port for a full-day Dhow cruise to the spectacular fjords of Musandam exploring a small fishing village and the famous telegraphic island with the possibility to view dolphins. (Lunch service on board). Swimming and snorkeling are possible on this cruise. Cruise back to Khasab fort approximately by 16:00 hrs. then transfer to hotel.
Breakfast & Lunch

Day 8
Khasab Hotel - Muscat Airport - Salalah Hotel    

1 Stop

1

Salalah

Proceed to Khasab Airport for your flight to Muscat. Arrive in Muscat and check in for the Salalah flight. Arrive at Salalah and transfer to the hotel.
Breakfast

Day 9
East Salalah - Salalah Hotel    

1 Stop

1

East Salalah Tour

Visit the fishing village of Taqa, an old town with an interesting castle (Castle closed for renovation) surrounded by watchtowers and Taqa stone houses. Proceed for a tour of the Museum of Cultural Continuity. Continue onwards to Khor Rori Creek, the site of the ruined city of Samhuram and the capital of ancient Arabia’s frankincense trade. Excavations have produced evidence of an ancient city with trade links by sea to Far Eastern destinations and even distant Greece. Mirbat, the ancient capital of Dhofar, was an important town as early as the 9th century for its trade in frankincense, horses, and slaves. See some of the old houses famous for its woodcarvings. If lucky see boatloads of fish arriving into the harbor. One of Dhofar’s best-known historic sites is Bin Ali’s Tomb. The twin domed structure: the tomb of Mohamed bin Ali who died in 1135 AD is a fine example of medieval architecture. Return via Ayn Razat, manicured gardens fed by natural underground springs. (Not operational on Fridays). Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast

Day 10
West Salalah Tour - Salalah Hotel    

1 Stop

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West Salalah Tour

Experience the contrast between verdant Salalah and its more rugged surroundings. Situated between the Arabian Sea on one side and a lagoon on the other, the two bodies of water provide a truly unique landscape to the beach and its surrounding areas. Dahriz beach is quite popular all year round, in its location and importance, this lagoon is similar to Khawr Awqad. Khawr Ad Dahareez is located at the eastern entrance of Salalah City in the Governorate of Dhofar. Its waters intermingle with Salalah basin waters, especially the wells located on the coastal strip. This lagoon is important to biodiversity as it is heavily frequented by migratory birds. Proceed to Mughsail Beach where “Blowholes” - (perforations in the limestone rock) through which sea water gushes during high tide. Experience the Hairpin Bend Roads for approximately 15/20 km, which will take you to a wadi. The views are breathtaking due to the heights involved. En route, the stark shape of leafless Frankincense Trees dots the landscape. Once traded as a commodity more precious than gold, frankincense harvested in Dhofar is rated the best in the world. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast

Day 11
Jabal Safari Tour - Salalah Tour    

1 Stop

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Jabal Safari Tour

Start the tour in the morning by 4X4 vehicles, on a full-day safari in the Dhofar Mountains. Drive through the scenic village of Taqa taking a photo stop at the village for a panoramic view from above a cliff, well known as Taqah Plateau. Then drive into the ‘ever green Wadi Darbat’ for a relaxing stroll along the Wadi bed, surrounded by herds of Camels, Goats & Cattle. In the Khareef season (monsoon period), one could also witness an almost 100m natural Waterfall, spreading its ‘tentacles’ into numerous lakes & lush green Vegetation. The next stop is one of the world’s largest sinkholes, situated at Tawi Attair – also known as the “Well of Birds”, who frequent this location, the year through. Continue the journey into the mountain range of Jebel Samhan to a breathtaking plateau at a height of almost 1700m. This location is commonly known as the ‘Grand Canyon’ of Dhofar, gives one a complete view of the east coast to the one side & the vast ‘Qara’ mountain range to the other. You will be hosted to a sumptuous picnic lunch during this tour. After lunch continue the journey from the plateau into the adjacent ‘Qara’ mountain range & drive through scenic Jebali villages & landscape, with numerous photo stops at interesting locations. Return to Salalah by evening.
Breakfast

Day 12
Salalah Hotel - Salalah Airport    

1 Stop

1

Departure

Breakfast at hotel, latest check out is 12NN. According to your departure time, transfer to Salalah Airport and board your flight.
Breakfast

Inclusions


  • Arrival and departure transfer
  • 10 nights accommodation with breakfast as stated in the program
  • Full-day Jebel Safari Mountain tour with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Half-day tour of West Salalah in a Saloon car with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Half-day tour of East Salalah in a saloon car with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Full-day Dhow Cruise in Khasab with an English speaking guide (Lunch included on board)
  • City tour of Khasab in saloon car with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Wahiba Sands – Muscat via coastal road in 4x4 vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Nizwa to Wahiba via Wadi Bani Khalid in 4x4 vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Muscat to Nizwa via Wadi Bani Auf in 4x4 vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • Half-day city tour of Muscat in a salon car with an English-speaking chauffeur
  • 1 night accommodation with breakfast and dinner at camp stated in the program

Exclusions


  •  International/Domestic Airfare  
  •  Entry visa to Sultanate Oman 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated.  
  •  Anything not mentioned in inclusion. 
  •  Tips, portage and personal expenses.  

Practical Info


- Official check-in time at hotels 15:00 – check-out time at hotels 12:00.
- We do not check the availability of accommodation when planning your trip. Once you‘ve booked and any hotel is not available, we search for an alternative and inform you.
- Light clothing and walking shoes may be more suitable on this trip
- Check the visa requirements for your nationality before traveling.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 25 $USD of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 31 days before departure.
• 25% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 30 to 08 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 07 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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