Gems of Oman

Description

DAY 1 :

ARRIVAL IN MUSCAT – HALF-DAY CITY TOUR OF MUSCAT

Pick up at airport. Post that your city tour will begins. Your city tour begins with a visit to the beautiful Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Middle East, the only mosque open to non-Muslims and expatriates in Oman. After you will visit Bait Al Zubair Museum. When you leave the Museum tour you will be satisfied with the wealth of information you have learnt about the country’s structure, tradition and heritage. You will then have a photo stop at the official residence of his Majesty the Al Alam Palace, which is flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts of Mirani and Jalali. Following this you will travel along the picturesque Muttrah Corniche and visit Muttrah Souq which retains the chaotic interest of a traditional Arab market albeit housed under modern timber roofing. You will also be able to enjoy a moment along the corniche admiring the various cruise ships on the water at Mina Al Sultan Qaboos Port. From the souq, You will arrive at the Muscat & Check Inn to Hotel.
Overnight stay at 4* Hotel.

DAY 2 :

MUSCAT – PHOTO STOP QURIYAT – BIMMAH SINK HOLE – WADI SHAB

(WALKING & SWIMMING SIGHT) – MUSCAT
Itinerary: Pick up 8.30 AM & You will depart from Muscat to travel south towards the Quriyat Region. After travelling just a few kilometers you will find yourselves absorbed in an almost lunar world where unreal mountains dominate the view. You will continue to the mountainous landscape arriving at the dramatic Bimmah Sinkhole. Once you are refreshed you will continue travelling and arrive at Wadi Shab (Wadi meaning valley between cliffs). Upon arrival at Wadi Shab you will transfer to a small fishing boat to be taken across the wadi & come back again. You will be having time to have a dip into the waters and swim by the narrow canyons to explore the beauty. Post you will drive back to Muscat for overnight.
Overnight stay at 4* Hotel.

DAY 3 :

MUSCAT – WADI BANI KHALID (WALKING & SWIMMING SIGHT) –

WAHIBA DESERT (SUNSET & DUNE BASHING) – DESERT
After an early breakfast at hotel, you will depart to the journey of the golden sands of Wahiba . Your first stop will be Wadi Bani Khalid, one of Oman’s most beautiful wadis. The wadi has clear deep blue water and counts among the few wadis of Oman that hold water all year round. From the mountain springs, the water is led to the oasis where it sustains the typical date palms. The pretty villages of Wadi Bani Khalid cling precariously to the rugged mountainside. After a buffet lunch at Wadi Bani Khalid, you will continue to travel back towards Muscat. You will make a further stop at Al Mudayrib and Ibra to view the watch towers which proudly overlook the villages. You will then proceed on your journey back to Muscat and end the tour.
Overnight stay at Arabia Oryx Camp

DAY 4 :

VISIT NIZWA FORT & SOUQ – AL HAMRA VILLAGE – MISFAT AL ARBAEEN – BACK TO MUSCAT

Early morning drive to the historic town of Nizwa Oman’s cultural capital to explore the powerful Nizwa Fort with its massive Circular Cannon Tower, one of the most impressive forts in Oman and the traditional Souq. The Souq is a lively place and an ideal location to purchase handicrafts and souvenirs. Later 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. Post you will continues towards Muscat and drop to the hotel.
Overnight stay 4* Hotel .

DAY 5 :

Departure Muscat

Itinerary: Check out from Hotel and Transfer to Muscat International Airport for Departure.

Price

Cost Per Person with English speaking guide :

2 pax : USD 920 / person (EUR 824 / person*)
4 pax : USD 644 / person (EUR 576 / person*)

Cost Per Person with French and Italian speaking guide :

2 pax : USD 1127 / person (EUR 1015 / person*)
4 pax : USD 782 / person (EUR 704 / person*)

*(The Euro exchange rates used in this program are estimates and subject to fluctuation. We reserve the right to revise these rates upwards based on currency market movements).

Accommodation

Muscat : 4* Wyndham Garden or 4*Intercity Hotel (Standard Deluxe Room)

Wahiba Desert : Arabian Oryx Camp (Deluxe Room)

Location

Terms and conditions

Payment:

• 50% of total trip amount is required upon confirmation
• The remaining balance is required 50 days prior to the arrival date.

If the request is less than a month from the arrival date, then 100% of the trip amount is required upon confirmation.

Cancellation:

• 35 days before cancellation from the actual tour date 100% will be refunded.
• Any booking cancelled between 34-20 days prior to the actual tour date will be charged 40% of
  the total tour cost, 60% will be refunded.
• Any booking cancelled below 20 days prior to the actual tour date will be charged 100% of the
  total amount.

Included/not included

Included :

• For transportation we use our new fleet of 4X4 Vehicle.
• English speaking guide available from day 1 to day 4 for guided tour.
• Entrance fees where needed.
• Water on board.
• Accommodation of overnight stay for 04nights on BB basis (Breakfast).
• Dinner will only be served at the Arabian Oryx Desert Camp.

Not Included : 

• Anything else other than itinerary.
• Any meal not mentioned in the program (pay as you eat)
• Flight tickets and visa service.
• Tips.

Further information

• Hotel address : Muscat
• Duration : 05 days
• Contact details : botler@boticonline.com

NOTE:
• All tours are guided & on private or small group basis.
• The pricing structure is based on 4 persons, upon request we can provide the prices
up to desired numbers.
• No early check inn or late check out is included.
• Guest should book the flight arriving in Muscat Oman early morning to avail the city
tour of Muscat.
• This is a classic tour based on stay mostly in Muscat capital; this tour is suitable for
guests who are in budget and less days’ vacation, they will explore the finest
attraction in Oman, the cultural places like souqs(markets) old villages etc.
• If quoted hotel for the tour will not be confirmed alternative hotel will be used and
either supplement or reduction will apply.
• All holet accommodations are 4-star ratings and Arabian Oryx is a equalent to 3 star
rating but with high quality services guaranteed.
• All Museum / forts visits are subject to change without notice. Museums are
normally closed on, Fridays. Similarly visits to forts may be changed without notice.
• Please note that this is just a quote and all confirmations are subject to availability at
the time of actual booking and acceptance of our quote.

Agency

Best of Tours’ Authorized Partner in Muscat