Sea & desert in Oman

1st day : ….. / Muscat
You will be greeted by our representative, on your arrival at the airport. Transfer at Chedi hotel.

2nd day : Muscat / Muscat CHEDI HOTEL 5*****
After breakfast we have a guided tour of Muscat : Sultan Qaboos grand Mosque, famous for its architecture, and the largest in Oman. Very well hnown for its hand made carpet (70 x 60 meters) and the largest gold plated and solid cristal chandelier. This superbe mosque is a superb example of Arabic and Islamic art. You will visit the local museum and the fishmonger’s and fruit and vegetable markets of Mouttrah, at the end of the corniche. Small local fishermen’s boats deliver the fish on the wharf, just before being sold to the customers.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Mutrah.
Proceed to Al Alam palace (photos from the outside), private residence of his magesty Sultan QABOOS. Proceed then to two ancient Portugese forts : Jalali et Mirani and the superb coastal corniche road of Mutrah. Bait Zubair museum and the old city. Shopping in the souks of Mutrah a maze where you will find all sorts of souvenirs, including the famous Khanjar, the traditional Omani knife, some gold and silver jewels, scents, cloths and spices, and – last but not least – the most expensive perfume in the world (Al Amouage).
Dinner and overnight at the Chedi hotel or Similar. (B.L.D)

3rd day : Muscat / Wahiba Sands DESERT CAMP 5*****
Breakfast.
Departure for a guided tour of the town of Nizwa, most visited site in Oman. Visit of its massive fortress from which you can discover the mosque with its famous blue dome, the maze of its terraced houses and the belt of palm trees that surrounds Nizwa. Visit the incense-scented souk.
Proceed to Wahiba Sands,
Continue to Wahiba Sands, crossed the dunes and stop to see the sunset at the heart of large dunes.
Dinner and overnight at Camp. (B.L.D)

4th day : Wahiba Sands / Wahiba sands DESERT CAMP 5*****
Breakfast and departure to Wadi Bani Khaled, and its natural pools. Visit the palm trees, the canyons and lunch in the restaurant.
Return to Wahiba Sands, visit to the Bedouins and sunset on sand dunes.
Dinner and overnight at Camp. (B.L.D)

5th day : Wahiba sands / Muscat CHEDI HOTEL 5*****
Breakfast and departure to Muscat relaxing day at the Chedi Hotel.
Diner in Hotel. (B.D)

6th day : Muscat / Les îles Ad Dimaniyyat JINENE AL BAHR 5*****
Depart for cruise with Jinan Al Bahr Yacht along the beautiful Oman coast, taking in Dolphin Watching and some of Oman’s historical sights. If the wind is with us we will hoist the sails and sunbathe along the coast until to Dimaniyyats islands for swimming and snorkelling. These islands support different varieties of coral reefs which grow prolifically in the shallow seas due to the unpolluted subsoil. Many species of migratory birds, like the ospreys, and other animals, like the hawksbill turtles and green turtles, visit the islands during summer to nest and lay eggs.
Observe sun set and diner (B.L.D)

7th day : Les îles Dimaniyyat / Muscat CHEDI HOTEL 5*****
Breakfast, watch sunrise. Diving and snorkelling during the trip and. Turtles, dolphins and many species of colourful fish are often seen on these trips.
Lunch at yacht
Return to Muscat, relaxing afternoon and diner at Chedi Hotel. (B.L.D)

8th day : Muscat / Airport
Departure from the hotel and transfer to Muscat International Airport. (B)

Price includes :
• 7 nights accommodation on the following order
• 2 nights at Chedi Hotel Muscat 5* or similar
• 2 night at Desert Camp at Wahiba dands 5* (Camping) or similar
• 1 night at Chedi Hotel Muscat 5* or similar
• 1 night in Jinan Al Bahr Yacht
• 1 Night at Chedi Hotel Muscat 5* or similar
• 18 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 dinners
• Lunches at a local restaurant in Muscat.
• Mineral water during meals included.
• All transfers will be provided by air-conditioned private car/4x4 with English Speaking Guide
• All entrance fees
• All hotels taxes

This price does not include :
• Tips in Hotels, restaurants, guide, driver..
• The optional excursions.
• Drinks and alcoholic beverages not listed in the program.
• Personal expenses of any nature whatsoever.

All the program, can be combined with other trips or tours of your choosing if possible. Just let us know what you would like to do and we’ll organize the tour for you.