Muscat›Al Wakan Village›Jebel Shams›Nizwa›Wahiba Sands›Sur›Ras Al Jinz
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Abstract
On this journey you will get to know Omani culture up close and off the beaten track. You will visit the lively markets, discover traditional Omani agriculture, meet local craftspeople and visit the largest reserve of green sea turtles, an endangered species. Along the way, you will stay in selected guest houses and camps, either traditional or eco-friendly.
Starts from
7 days / 6 nights - from Muscat to Muscat.
Characteristics
Group tour - see calendar of departures. N.B. The tour is guaranteed for a minimum of 2 persons. It is strongly recommended to be at the place set for the departure of the excursion or visit at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time. The long transfers between locations and the mainly cultural aspect of the trip make the itinerary recommended for adults only. The minimum age for children is 5 years. Quotation on request.
Important notes
Accommodation planned (or similar): Muscat - Mercure Muscat 4* Wakan - Sama Heritage Homes - Wakan (guest house) Jebel Shams - Sama Heights Resort 3* Wahiba Sands - Sama al Wasil Camp (camp) Ras al Jinz - Sama Ras al Jinz Resort 3*.
Meals
Meals: 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners.
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Muscat
On arrival at the international airport. After immigration procedures, you will then collect your luggage. Passing through customs and collecting luggage are simple, quick formalities. Afterwards, you will be met by your driver (English-speaking). Transfer to the hotel for check-in. Dinner not included and overnight stay.
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Giorno 2 — Muscat → Al Wakan Village
Breakfast. Visit of the magnificent Grand Mosque, built in sandstone and marble. A beautiful Swarovski chandelier and an enormous handmade Persian carpet adorn the main prayer hall. After an architectural competition to select the best design for the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, construction took six years. Please note the dress code for visiting the mosque: women must completely cover their hair, arms and legs; men must wear long trousers and a long-sleeved shirt/top. Visit not possible on Fridays. The village of Nakhal is surrounded by countless date palms and is known for its hot springs. Visit of the beautifully restored Nakhal fort, built in the 16th century on an enormous rock. Lunch during the visit. The day continues at Al Wakan, a small mountain village adorned with splendid terraced gardens overlooking the surrounding mountains and Wadi Mistal. A path of 30 steps takes you in 30 minutes to the village watchtower: as well as the stops and viewpoints along the walk, you discover the homes of the local farmers, their traditional irrigation system (falaj) and the vast plantations of pomegranates, apricots, grapes and berries. Dinner at the hotel.
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Giorno 3 — Al Wakan Village → Jebel Shams
Breakfast. Start of the off-road crossing of Wadi Bani Awf (3 hours), a spectacular mountain road. Photo stop for a panoramic view of Snake Canyon. You continue to Bidilat Sayt, a fairytale village typical of the Arab settlements of the past and one of the most picturesque villages in Oman. Lunch. Photo stop at Misfat Al Abreen, a village boasting wonderful agricultural terraces, beautiful alleyways and old houses built on massive rocks. The old dwellings are traditional mud houses with palm roofs. In this village you will also see Oman's traditional irrigation channels (falaj system), where water is channelled from underground sources to support agriculture and domestic use. Visit of the village of Al Hamra, one of the best preserved ancient towns in the country. A walk among the old abandoned buildings and the old mud houses. Dinner at the hotel.
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Giorno 4 — Jebel Shams → Nizwa → Wahiba Sands
Breakfast. In the morning visit to Nizwa, l'ex capitale dell'Oman. The city is built around the walls of the famous fort. Its construction combines both traditional and modern architectural styles. Visit the souk, which has been home to numerous local industries for hundreds of years. Here you can find Omani daggers (khanjar), copperware, silver jewellery, livestock, fish, vegetables and handicrafts. Lunch at a restaurant. In the afternoon visit to Al Manzifat, un villaggio in rovina. The narrow alleyways enhance the traditional architecture of the village where, during the Middle Ages, it was necessary to protect against raids and tribal wars. Departure for il deserto di Wahiba. Visit of a Bedouin house before reaching the camp. Accommodation at the camp. Dinner and overnight stay at Wahiba.
Giorno 5 — Wahiba Sands
Breakfast. Visit to the Sinaw market, held every Thursday. It is a very busy market thanks to its proximity to the Bedouin communities, who come here to buy basic goods and to sell their livestock and handicrafts. This market is open from six in the morning until one in the afternoon. Lunch. Visit of the enchanting Wadi Bani Khalid. Beyond the village with its two endless date plantations, you reach the magnificent wadi. The pools are cool, deep and absolutely breathtaking. Free time to plunge into the crystal-clear waters. Return to the camp for the second overnight stay in the Wahiba desert, with dinner.
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Giorno 6 — Wahiba Sands → Sur → Ras Al Jinz
Breakfast. Photo stop at Jalan Bani Bu Ali, the "Hammouda Mosque", an architectural masterpiece that has kept traditions alive. The mosque is famous for its distinctive 52 domes and is based on a beautiful geometric design. It was built in an age without modern technology and engineering. This architectural marvel is the only one in the area to have a falaj, or watercourse. Lunch. Discovery of the coastal town of Sur: you visit the dhow factory (the traditional Omani boat), then stop to enjoy the panoramic view of the Al Ayjah lighthouse. Dinner at the hotel in Sur at an early time in order to continue with the evening activities. In the evening you visit the Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve, world famous for the nesting of the endangered green turtle, Chelonia mydas.
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Giorno 7 — Ras Al Jinz → Muscat
Breakfast. Photo stop at Wadi Shab. The fresh water that tumbles down from the mountain tops meets the brackish water on its banks, creating an environmental diversity that is unique to this wadi and different from the others found in Oman. Lunch. You continue to Bimah Sinkhole, a natural pool carved out of Oman's arid landscape. Local legend has it that the fall of a meteorite formed this unique body of water. Transfer to Muscat airport. You should book a flight departing after 21:00.
Price includes
- Transfer to/from Muscat Airport- Meals as per the itinerary- Tour by car/mini-bus or coach depending on the size of the group- 4WD shuttle to/from Jebel Shams and to/from the desert camp- All entrance fees to forts and museums- Mineral water on board during the tour- Italian-speaking local guide during the tour
Price does not include
Oman visa if the stay exceeds 14 days, to be obtained before departure online at https://evisa.rop.gov.om/
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage
Medical-luggage-cancellation insurance
Unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general
Tip
Flights and airport taxes
Airport porterage
Everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes"
Notes
ROOMS: The rooms are always and only for 1 or 2 beds. The terms triple, quadruple, family room refer solely to the number of occupants, who will be accommodated in the existing beds (maximum 2 beds). An additional bed (rollaway), even if requested at the time of booking, is always subject to availability and payment of a local supplement. Requests for rooms with a double bed or twin beds, connecting rooms, adjacent rooms, on higher or lower floors, etc., are always subject to availability and are never guaranteed. DISABLED: passengers with various types of disabilities can participate as long as they are self-sufficient. In fact, the means of transportation are not equipped with ramps to facilitate boarding and disembarking, and for insurance and safety reasons, neither the driver nor the conductor are authorized to assist passengers. Therefore, the presence of a travel companion who can provide all the necessary assistance is mandatory. Any wheelchairs must be of standard size, foldable, and must fit in the luggage compartment (general information subject to the rules and acceptance of the local service provider). Reservations are always upon request. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour. MINIMUM AGE: 5 years old. SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels. HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents. HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or the planned accommodations if required by unforeseen circumstances and if necessary for the safety and smooth continuation of the trip. HOTEL, CHECK-IN: as a rule, rooms are assigned starting from 2-3 pm; any early check-in is at the hotel's discretion. The request for a guaranteed early assignment requires booking an extra night prior to arrival. INTOLERANCES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REGIMES: food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, etc.) and special dietary regimes (vegan, etc.) must be communicated at the time of booking. Special menus or treatments are not provided or guaranteed, but we will do our best to accommodate the needs of participants. Notifications made after arrival will not be taken into consideration. PUNCTUALITY: we recommend respecting the scheduled times. No refunds are provided for services missed due to customer delays. REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay. HEALTH / VACCINATIONS: Participants must be aware of the itinerary and their own physical ability to handle it; it is recommended to always check the Viaggiare Sicuri website for the latest updates on necessary and recommended vaccinations and prophylaxis.
