Itinerary
Day 1 - Muscat.Your journey begins with your flight to Muscat.You will be met at the airport and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel.Accomodation Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort Al Husn or Similar
Day 2 - Muscat.Muscat offers the visitor a unique opportunity to witness a modern commercial centre existing in harmony with its traditional culture. Muscat with its natural harbour means "Anchorage" & lies in a natural volcanic bowl. Today view the enchanting port city of Muscat and the magnificent splendour of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and the Bait Al Zubair museum, showcasing an incredible display of Omani antiques. Drive along the waterfront Corniche visiting the bustling Muttrah Souq before an afternoon at leisure.
Day 3 - Muscat/Jabal Shams Mountains.As you head into the mountain range visit Jabrin the finest of Omani castles. Enter Oman's Grand Canyon and stop at the terrace farming village of Wadi Ghul. Drive to the abandoned village of Wadi Nakher .Accomodation The View
Day 4 - Jabal Shams Mountains/Nizwa/Wahiba Sands.Through the rugged interior, drive to the historic village of Nizwa and explore the spectacular fort which boasts the largest round tower in Oman. Also see the old crafts continued in the souq workshops by men stooped over anvils, clanking away, amidst an array of other old antiques and handicrafts. A pocket of red dunes await in the Wahiba Sands, made famous by the exploits of the late Wilfred Thesiger.Accomodation Desert Nights Camp
Day 5 - Wahiba Sands - Muscat.After time in the morning for various desert activities, continue to Sur and visit the fish jetty and dhow factory. The ruins of Bibi Miriam's Tomb can be seen at the village of Qalhat on coastal road to Muscat. Stop at Fins beach for a swim. The 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 see sharks in the deep blue water or fleet footed Gazelle sprint across the landscape. You will then reach Wadi Arbayeen which has refreshing deep pools of water set among the date palms.Return to Muscat Accomodation The Chedi
Day 6 - Muscat.Day at leisure to enjoy your surroundings.
Day 7 - Muscat.Depart on your international flight home
VIP Experience
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa.Muscat. The experience is elevated at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa, Sultanate of Oman. Three hotels await your arrival. And each gets better as you explore. Approaching Al Waha, your excitement heightens as a man-made tunnel through the mountain leads you to a sanctuary facing the Sea of Oman. Al Waha lives up to its name with several swimming pools merging to form a serene oasis. Date palms and traditional Dhofari architecture remind you that you are in Arabia.
The View.Jabal Shams. The View is located at 1,400 meters above sea level, driving through 8 kms of winding road from Al Hamra to Hail Al Shas.We are just 2 ½ hrs drive from Muscat, 45 minutes from Nizwa and 15 minutes from Al Hamra, it is a perfect getaway with 30 exclusive rooms for a truly relaxed and comfortable stay. t isn't just an 'Eco Luxe' retreat, but an experience where nature holds pride of place. Where service and hospitality is at its finest.
Desert Nights Camp. Wahiba Sands.With an unbeatable setting in the silky dunes of the Omani desert, the 5-star Desert Nights Camp offers 26 luxurious Bedouin-style tents for those seeking the ultimate desert adventure vacation.The Desert Nights Camp is situated on the Wahiba/Sharqiya sands, a 2-hour drive from Muscat. This secluded area covers 10.9 km of beautiful desert landscape
The Chedi.Muscat. Where the majestic Al Hajar Mountains meet their luminous reflection in the serene waters of the Gulf of Oman, The Chedi Muscat rises amidst an elegantly landscaped twenty-one acre garden oasis with 158 Omani influenced guestrooms and villas.This sublime yet central location equally suits leisure and business travellers while six distinct restaurants, a thirteen-suite Balinese spa, three swimming pools, including the 103-metre Long Pool, 700-square-metre health club plus two executive meeting rooms enhance Muscat’s considerable cultural attractions.
Package Details
Wild wadis, an untouched coastline, spectacular deserts, 16th century forts and castles and dramatic mountain scenery - Oman has it all. It is one of the oldest civilisations in the Arabian Peninsula and one of the Middle East's most surprising and unspoiled destinations where a fascinating ancient heritage sits side by side with the trappings of modernity and stunning accommodation.
Overview:
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2 Nights Accommodation in Muscat
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1 Nights Accommodation in Jabal shams
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1 Nights Accommodation in Wahiba Sands
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2 Nights Accommodation in Muscat
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Daily Breakfast - Jain/Vegetarian Options Available
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Sight Seing as per itineary.
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Airport&Internal Transfers included.
When to Go: The months between May and August are particularly hot. The climate is best from September through to April. Rainfall varies according to the region. During the period June to September there is a light monsoon rain in Salalah.
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