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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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