Tour Code: FIT/3403

Sensational Oman

4 Nights / 5 Days
Private Van Tour
Summer Special
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Cities : Muscat (3N),Jebel Akhdar (1N)

Sightseeing

Muscat, Oman
  • Half Day Muscat City Tour
  • Dolphin Watching

Meals

  • 4 Breakfast
  • 1 Dinner

Please Note : 

1. Entrance fees as per the itinerary

2. Half Day Muscat City Tour with the services of English-speaking chauffeur.

Day wise travel itinerary

  • Day 1 :Arrival Muscat

    Welcome to Oman! On arrival at Muscat International Airport. After Immigration clearance, baggage collection & customs proceed to the arrival hall to meet the chauffeur and proceed to the Hotel. Overnight stay at Muscat.


  • Day 2 :Half Day Muscat City Tour

    0830Hrs. Check out from the hotel and proceed to visit the Grand Mosque (not possible on Friday & other public holidays), highlight of the Muscat city. Completed in 2001, Grand Mosque is a beautiful building which looks modern but shows that modern craftsmen have retained the skills necessary to create this wonderful traditional environment. It is impossible not to take more and more pictures.The handmade carpets, the chandeliers, the ceiling of the great dome in the main prayer room are absolute 'must sees'.  Kindly note, ladies to be fully covered and to carry a head scarf and men should wear trousers. Drive along the waterfront Corniche visiting the colourful Muttrah Souq. We proceed for a photo stop to the magnificent Al Alam Palace, official palace of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani & Jalali. Proceed to visit Bait Al Zubair Museum to have a glimpse of Oman’s history. 1230 Hrs. Drop off at Muscat Hotel of choice.Overnight stay at Muscat.


    • Breakfast
  • Day 3 :Dolphin Watching (Group Tour)

    0900 Hrs: Transfer from the Muscat hotel to the Marina to embark on a boat as we search the seas for Dolphins and Whales. Watching wild dolphins is a thrilling way to start the day and the lucky may even come across one of the many species of whales that can be found just a few kilometres from Muscat’s rugged coast. Not every trip guarantees a sighting, but you are sure to enjoy a trip out to sea and enhance your knowledge of nature’s most fascinating marine mammals. 1200 Hrs: Return to the Marina and proceed back to the hotel. 1800Hrs. Proceed for a shopping tour to Avenue Mall/ Grand Mall/Visit to Mall of Muscat to see Middle east largest aquarium (entry to be paid directly) --- Optional Cost USD 150 Per car + Entrance fees.Overnight stay at Muscat


    • Breakfast
  • Day 4 :Muscat - Nizwa - Jabal Akhdar

    0800 Hrs.  Proceed to Nizwa, capital of the interior, is the birthplace of Islam in the Sultanate of Oman. Nizwa boasts of the famous Round Tower Fort (photo stop), built in the 17th century, and its Souq renowned for its Friday cattle auction, intricately hand-carved “Khanjars” (daggers) & ornamental silver jewellery. We proceed to Wadi Al Madeen where there is a check post. From here a 36 km stretch of winding road takes one to Jebel Akhdar (2000 mts above sea level) the green jewel of the Al Hajjar mountain ranges, a truly unique spot in the Arabian Peninsula. Enjoy the cool climate up in the mountains. Overnight at Jabal Akhdar.


    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 5 :Depart Jabal Akhdar - Muscat

    1145 Hrs: Al Jebel Al Akhdar is famed for its fruit orchards typically laid out terrace style along the slopes of mountains, which are endowed with natural springs and aflaj. The villages of Saiq, Wadi Bani Habib (the village of the old houses) visit to village roose & Al Ain dot the landscape.The villages overlook a spectacular landscape of dramatic peaks, gorges and wadis. The roses of Jabal Al Akhdar fill the air with fragrance when in full bloom (March / April). Rose water is distilled in the homes of the villagers. 

    (It is advisable to wear light comfortable clothing and walking shoes).

    1700 Hrs. Arrive Muscat for last-minute shopping.

    1930 Hrs. Drop off at Muscat International Airport.


    • Breakfast
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Sightseeing

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Half Day Muscat City Tour

Get to know beautiful Muscat, capital of Oman, on this 4-hour city tour, with an expert guide. Driving between the sights by air-conditioned vehicle, hear interesting commentary on Muscat’s maritime trading past, and admire the elegant, flower-lined embassy quarter and old Muttrah, with its balconied merchants’ houses framing picturesque Corniche. On route, visit the stunning Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, see the Al Alam Palace and Al Jahali and Al-Mirani forts, and explore the main souk and Bait Al Zubair Museum, with its displays on Oman’s fascinating history and heritage.
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Dolphin Watching

Keep your camera poised at spinner, bottlenose and common dolphins on this Muscat cruise. As your fiberglass boat plies the waters of the Arabian Sea, search for these delightful marine mammals that often ride the surf and leap over the waves. During migration season, look for humpback whales that skim past Oman’s rugged coast. Enjoy complimentary bottled water and soda plus convenient round-trip pickup from selected Muscat hotels.
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