Situated on the Arabian Peninsula, Oman a land of peace and
tranquillity, has a long and proud history that extends back
to the earliest of civilizations.
Because of its location on the Indian Ocean with a coastline
that stretches for over 1700 kilometres, Oman has left its
mark on history as a nation of traders and explorers.
Because of its history as a trading society, the Omani
people are an intriguing mix of races, mostly Arabic with
Asian and African undertones, making it one of the most
mixed cultures in the Gulf or Arabian Peninsula.
Here is a country that combines luxurious comfort amidst
rugged mountains, panoramic beaches and striking
desertscapes, while conjuring up tales of its legends, such
as “Sinbad the Sailor” and the “Queen of Sheba”. This is an
ideal destination to combine with a visit to Egypt, Jordan
or as a stayover enroute to Europe.
Discover Oman
8 Days 7 Nights
Day 1
Arrival at Seeb International airport. You will be met
and transferred to your hotel. Al Faraj Hotel (B)
Day 2
Half day city tour. We will see the old city of Muscat’s
fine galleries and museums (Bait Al Zubair). In the
afternoon, we travel to Nizwa and check in at Falaj
Daris Hotel.
We take a stroll in down town which is a bustling centre
for crafts and the silver souq is the best in Oman.
Overnight at Falaj Daris Hotel. (B)
Day 3
We stop to walk through the ruins of Tanuf on our way to
Bahla the oldest recorded region of civilisation in Oman
and the pottery capital. Picnic lunch. From here on to
the mighty bastion of Jabrin. On our way back to Nizwa,
we stop to mingle with the locals at Misfat Al Abrein.
Return to Nizwa and overnight at Falaj Daris. (BL)
Day 4
You board a 4WD and we head southeast to the Bedouin
area. First stop is at the Bedouin town of Sinaw then
Rawdah and on to Al Mansfah. Lunch at local restaurant
in Al Qabil. After lunch, we reach the heart of the
Golden sands of Wahiba. After a BBQ dinner, sleep under
the stars or in Barasti huts. (BLD)
Day 5
We drive to Wadi Bani Khalid an oasis of clear running
waters and verdant plant life. After picnic lunch in the
wadi, we drive to Sur. Visit Sur, the old East Africa
Port. Visit dhowyards and the maritime museum. Proceed
to Ras Al Hadd. After an early dinner head to the beach
to observe the green turtles. Overnight at Ras Al Hadd
Hotel. (BLD)
Day 6
We drive towards the coast via Sur. First stop is at
Qalhat then on to Wadi Shab/ Wadi Tiwi and to Fins Beach
for a picnic lunch. After lunch we visit the Bimah
sinkhole and up the coast back to Muscat. Overnight at
Al Faraj Hotel (BL)
Day 7
We will take you to Azaiba, to the Grand Mosque. From
here our first stop is Seeb then Nakhl Fort. After a
picnic lunch we travel to Rustaq and Al Hazm returning
to Muscat in the late evening. Overnight at Al Faraj
Hotel (BL)
Day 8
After breakfast, we will transfer you to Seeb
International airport for your departure flight. (B)
Key to Inclusions:
(B) Breakfast
(L) Lunch
(D) Dinner
(B&B) Bed & Breakfast
(FB) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
8 Days/7 Night Package
Cost Per Person
Twin
Single
3 nights Best
Western - Muscat
2 nights - Falaj Daris - Nizwa
1 night - Barasti Huts - Wahiba
1 night - Turtle Beach Resort
01 Jan - 31 May, 01
Sep - 01 Dec
$POA
$POA
01 Jun - 31 Aug
$POA
$POA
Inclusions:
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Transfer from/to airport
- 7 nights accommodation in hotels/camps (B&B)
- Meals and Picnics as per itinerary
- Transport in A/C private car or 4WD
- Entrances to Forts and Museums
Day Trips Available - We have a number of
additional half or full day optional excursions
available to extend your stay. Please contact us for
details.
Also have you considered combining an Egypt and/or
Jordan stay with your Oman trip?
Please confirm prices with Bench International prior
to booking your trip.
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