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We depart
from Muscat and proceed to visit the Nizwa Round tower
Fort & the Nizwa Souk. Drive to
the pretty village of Birkat Al Mauz.
Enjoy a walk through the lush green date plantations . We proceed to Wadi
Al Madeen . From here a 36 km stretch of winding road
takes one to Jebel Al 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.
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) & 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).
Overnight stay at the Jebel Akhdar Hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed this morning to
the Wahiba Sands. The Wahiba sands is
home to the traditional Bedouin tribe who are known for their
hospitality and knowledge of the Sands. The everchanging patterns of
the dunes are a photographers delight.
In stark contrast to this is Wadi Bani Khalid.
It comprises of small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. The
Wadi has clear deep blue water.
Dinner &
Overnight stay in tents at the 1000 nts camp in the
desert.
Breakfast.
Experience
the thrills of dune driving before departing for Sur. Stop at Fins
beach
for a swim . Our 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
chance to see sharks in the deep blue water or fleet footed Gazelle
sprint across the
landscape.Proceed to Wadi Arbayeen which
has refreshing deep pools of water set among
the date palms. Return to Muscat.
Tour
cost includes
Accommodation on twin sharing BB basis for 01 night at Jebel Akhdar
Hotel and 01
night at 1000 nts Camp.
Dinner
included on day Two.
Transportation in an air-conditioned luxury 4WD vehicle for 3 days.
Services
of our English speaking chauffeur.
All
entrance fees.
Fuel
charges.
Children 8 – 12 years are adults.
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