| Day1 | ||||
| Depart from London Heathrow airport for your overnight flight to Muscat on board Oman Air | ||||
| Day2 | ||||
| Upon arrival at Muscat International Airport, you will be met and greeted by your local English speaking Driver/representative and transferred to your hotel check in (guaranteed early check in) You will enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure. Overnight in Muscat | ||||
| Day3 | ||||
| 0800hrs Breakfast at the hotel 0900hrs start the tour and first stop is at the Grand Mosque, the only mosque in Oman where visitors are allowed inside. It has the biggest 1 piece handmade Iranian carpet in the world. The interior walls are made of carara marbles. Notes: Grand Mosque is open from Saturday to Wednesday from 0800 hrs to 1100 hrs only. Ladies visiting the mosque are required to wear scarves, cover their hair and wear full sleeves. All clients should not wear shorts, beach wear or sleeveless outfits or transparent clothes. Visit Bait Al Zubair Museum for a glimpse of Oman's glorious past Exhibits include information regarding the Al Busaidi dynasty; with portraits of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said and various other rulers. There are also four galleries on the ground floor that exhibit excellent examples of khanjar (Omani dagger), male and female attire, traditional swords and firearms, antique jewelry and household articles. Drive to the Old Muscat (where guests can see the Al Alam Palace, the official palace of His Majesty and also the 2 Portuguese forts, Jalali & Mirani). Proceed to the Muttrah Souk, one of the most fascinating souks in the Gulf. Muttrah Souk in the heart of Muscat is a traditional market where guests can find fine souvenirs of local handicrafts from Oman. Enjoy the mixed smells of frankincense, perfume oils, fresh jasmine and spices as you stroll along the narrow alleys. Perfume oils, fresh jasmine and spices as you stroll along the narrow alleys. OVERNIGHT IN MUSCAT | ||||
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| Day5 | ||||
| 0800 hrs Breakfast at the hotel 0900 hrs Visit Bilad Sait, Wadi Bani Auf, which is renowned as one of the most fantastic tourist locations. Wadi Bani Auf leads to the famous Snake Gorge. The name Snake Gorge'refers to the serpentine effect created by the mountains snaking throughout the Wadi. . Drive to see the magnificent Nakhal fort, situated on a rocky outcrop surrounded by date palms. Continue to the hot springs of Al Thowarah on the far side of the village. The stream runs full of clear spring water, the source of which is the clefts in the mountainside. The water is warm and soothing. Proceed to Nizwa. OVERNIGHT IN NIZWA | ||||
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| Day7 | ||||
| 0800 hrs Breakfast at the hotel 0900 hrs Proceed to Birkat Al Mouz, an oasis that's home to many trees including bananas and date palm and an old village that wanders up the side of a small mountain. Guests will be able to see the falaj system, the ancient irrigation system used in Oman in the past. In Nizwa visit the traditional souk where the guests can find Omani silver crafts and other local handicrafts. Also visit the famous Nizwa Fort, built in the 1668 and one of the most visited monuments in Oman. It is also the biggest fort in the Arabian Peninsula. Visit the ruins of the ancient village of Tanuf and then proceed to the villages of Bahla & Jabrin where guests can see the Bahla Fort & Jabrin Fort respectively. Bahla Fort has been listed by UNESCO as one of the oldest places of heritage in the world. It is currently under major restoration and not possible to enter. Lunch in Local restaurant Visit the impressive Jabrin Fort where guests can see fine examples of Islamic architecture with wooden inscriptions & paintings on the ceiling. OVERNIGHT IN NIZWA | ||||
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| Day9 | ||||
| 0800 hrs Breakfast at the camp 0900 hrs Visit Wadi Bani Khalid, one of the most beautiful oasis in Oman. It is a lush valley oasis with date palms & pools surrounded by steep cliffs. Proceed to Sur, short stops in the city of Sur before proceeding to Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve After dinner at approx. 21:00 hrs drive to Ras Al Jinz beach to watch the green turtles. The beaches of the peninsula of Ras al Hadd, which stretches between Ras Ar Ruwais and Khuwr Jaramah, attract the largest number of Green Turtles nesting in Oman. This is one of the only few large nesting aggregations of Green Turtles known in the Indian Ocean. OVERNIGHT at RAS AL JINZ TURTLE RESERVE | ||||
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| Day11 | ||||
| 0800 hrs Breakfast in the hotel 0900 hrs The excursion begins with a visit to the old fishing village of 'Taqah', famous for the manufacture of 'Dried Sardines' & its traditional & old 'Dhofari Houses'. Visit the century old 'Taqah Castle', the former official residence of the 'Wali' (Governor) of the region & obtain a glimpse into the rich history of the region. Continue onto the ancient ruins of the once famous city of Sumharam (Khor Rohri). The city was the easternmost outpost of the Hadramawt Kingdom on the ancient incense route between the Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf and India. Khor Rori was an important port on the coast of Dhofar, and one of the major trading cities with frankincense, believed to have been the hub & harbour for the shipping of Frankincense (UNESCO World Heritage site). A picturesque drive then leads you to 'Mirbat', the ancient capital of Dhofar and the beginning of the 'Frankincense trail'. Stroll through the streets lined with old Omani mud houses & visit the 'twin-domed Bin Ali's Tomb' as a photo stop ...a classic example of medieval architecture. On our way back to the hotel, explore the natural spring of 'Ayn Razat', beautifully laid out amidst the tranquil lush mountains & nourished every day of the year by natural underground spring water. OVERNIGHT IN SALALAH | ||||
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| Day13 | ||||
| 0800hrs breakfast at the hotel 0900 hrs Proceed via the bird sanctuary at 'Al Balid' to visit ''The Museum of the Frankincense Land''. The Museum, opened in 2006 within the ancient harbour of 'Al Balid', houses many an artifact about the rich cultural history of the 'Dhofar Region'. One Hall depicting the Frankincense trail history of the Sultanate, along with many audio/video presentations of the Omani Renaissance since 1970, fascinates the visitor to this site. A complete history of the Maritime trade & ship building industry of Oman could be experienced in a second hall, with meticulously carved replicas of the ancient boats & ships, of the Omani Maritime trade. Return to Hotel to freshen up Stroll through the old Haffah souq, famous for the sale of high quality Frankincense & numerous other Dhofari traditional souvenirs. OVERNIGHT IN SALALAH | ||||
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| Day15 | ||||
| After breakfast, you will be transferred to Salalah airport for your short flight to Muscat International Airport to connect with your final flight to London Heathrow on board Oman Air. | ||||
| AMP House, 4th Floor Suites 16 & 17 Dingwall Road Croydon CR0 2LX |
| 020 8681 1246 |
| 020 8681 1277 |
