Discover the Beauty of Oman with our ten day Oman tour package covering all the major sights and places to visit in Oman. From coastal villages and ancients forts, to the UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Frankincense Trail. Experience it all with Zahara Tours.

Itinerary

DAY 01: ARRIVE IN MUSCAT
Arrival in Muscat. Meet and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Sheraton Hotel (BB).

DAY 02: MUSCAT 
08:30 hrs: Begin your day with a morning tour of the city.
Muscat offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience a modern commercial city coexisting harmoniously with traditional culture. The city, with its natural harbor, is nestled in a volcanic bowl. Muscat means "Anchorage."
The tour includes visits to the Grand Mosque (except on Fridays when it is closed) and the Bait Al Zubair Museum (closed on Fridays), which provide an introduction to Oman’s rich history and development.
Drive along the picturesque waterfront Corniche, visiting the Fish Market and the colorful Muttrah Souq. Continue for a photo stop at the magnificent Al Alam Palace, the official residence of His Majesty, flanked by the 16th-century Portuguese forts Mirani and Jalali.
(Dress code: Ladies must be fully covered and wear a headscarf; men should wear full-length trousers.)
The evening is free for leisure.
Overnight stay at the Sheraton Hotel (BB).

DAY 03: AL HAMRA – NIZWA 
08:00 hrs: This morning, we embark on an exciting 4WD journey through the mountains. Our first stop is the hot springs at Nakhl. We then drive through the spectacular Wadi Bani Auf. This stretch of graded road is very adventurous and for the physically fit only, as it involves steep bends and bumpy roads.
Stop at the quaint mountain village of Bilad Sayt, framed by dramatic mountains. The route winds through mountains all the way to the village of Al Hamra, characterized by its mud houses and date plantations. Proceed to visit Jabrin Castle, where visitors can capture the medieval atmosphere and view the beautiful hand-painted ceilings and carved door frames.
Overnight stay at the Golden Tulip Nizwa Hotel (BB).

DAY 04: NIZWA 
08:00 hrs: This morning, we visit the imposing Round Tower Fort. The neighboring Souk is an interesting shopping venue with its intricately handcrafted silver jewelry and khanjars.
From here, we proceed towards Izki and Sinaw. Take a turn off the main road to the scenic Wadi Bani Khalid, with its deep blue pools of water fringed by date palms, which is an ideal spot to relax. We then drive to the Wahiba Sands, which consists of undulating sand dunes of different hues. Enjoy the spectacle of the sun setting over the dunes.
Dinner and overnight stay in Bedouin tents at The 1000 Nights Camp.

DAY 05: WAHIBA – MUSCAT 
08:00 hrs: Drive towards Sur and visit the Fish Jetty and traditional dhow factory (closed on Fridays).
Photo stop at Fatah Al Khair, a ship which is currently part of an open-air museum dedicated to the shipbuilding history of Sur in Oman. Built over 70 years ago, this wooden fishing vessel has strong historical significance. It was hand-built without nails, and hand-woven ropes were used for support. Visitors are not permitted to climb up the dhow but can get up close to observe its details.
Visit Al-Ayjah Lighthouse (photo stop only), built by the Portuguese. In the past, it was a defensive tower, later converted into a lighthouse to guide wooden dhows safely to Lake Tyre.
Drive onwards and 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. Proceed to Wadi Arbayeen, which has refreshing deep pools of water set among date palms. Return to Muscat via Wadi Mazara and check in at your hotel in Muscat.
Overnight stay at Sheraton Hotel (BB).

DAY 06: MUSCAT – KHASAB 
Transfer to Muscat Airport for your flight to Khasab. Arrive in Khasab and check in at the hotel.
Depart for a city tour to view the Khasab Fort and the prehistoric rock paintings at Wadi Tawi.
14:30 hrs: In the afternoon, proceed on a half-day mountain safari in a 4WD. Drive to Jebel Harim, the highest mountain in Musandam (2087 m). En route, stop at ‘Sayh’ village, located 1100 m above sea level. From Khawr Al Najid, enjoy views of the splendid coastline with turquoise blue waters lapping the shores.
Proceed to visit Birkhat Khalidiya Park with its acacia trees, which remain green throughout the year.
Overnight at Atana Khasab Hotel.

DAY 07: KHASAB 
Breakfast – Transfer to Khasab Port for a full-day dhow cruise to the spectacular fjords of Musandam, exploring small fishing villages and the famous Telegraph Island, with the possibility of seeing dolphins. (Lunch served on board.) Swimming and snorkeling are possible on this cruise.
Cruise back to Khasab and return to the Atana Khasab Hotel.

DAY 08: KHASAB – SALALAH 
Breakfast – Transfer to Khasab Airport to board the flight to Muscat. Arrive in Muscat and remain in transit until your flight to Salalah.
Arrive in Salalah and transfer to Crowne Plaza Salalah Hotel.
Overnight at Crowne Plaza Salalah Hotel.

DAY 09: SALALAH 
09:00 hrs: Today, we will learn about the rich past of the Dhofar region as we visit the ancient port cities of Samhuram and Mirbat, and enjoy a refreshing ride through the Jabal Samhan mountains, exploring the grandeur of the Dhofari mountains.
We begin with a visit to the Samhuram Archaeological Site and the Khor Rori Lagoon, where excavations have produced evidence of an ancient city with trade links to Far Eastern destinations and even distant Greece. After a visit to the interpretation center and the ruins next to the lagoon, we continue along the coastal route towards the sleepy town of Mirbat.
Take a brief detour for some fun riding the sand dunes on the beach at Damar (exclusively on tours with 4x4 vehicles), offering a brief stint in the desert.
Mirbat was once a busy port city, trading horses, frankincense, and slaves. Visit the Mirbat Castle for an insight into the Jebali life on the mountains of Dhofar before breaking for lunch at a beachside restaurant.
Post-lunch, we explore the amusing antigravity point at the base of Jabal Samhan, where gravity seems to work oppositely, pulling vehicles upward on an incline. Climbing up the winding roads, we stop to see the rare collection of Baobab trees, which are found nowhere else in the GCC.
En route to Jabal Samhan, we stop at the Tawi Attayr Sinkhole (locally known as the "Well of Birds"), which has an eerie feel with the sounds of birds chirping and the wind blowing across.
Arrive at the Grand Canyon of Dhofar viewpoint at Jabal Samhan and spend some time basking in the grandeur of the canyon and the view from above the clouds.
Drive back along the lush green pastures towards Wadi Darbat Oasis for some leisure time to enjoy the scenic beauty of the cascading waterfalls and the herds of cattle grazing on the greenery. On our way back, we stop at Taqa village to enjoy the sunset from the cliff while sipping a hot cup of Arabic coffee.
Return to the hotel by sundown.
Overnight at Crowne Plaza Salalah Hotel.

DAY 10: SALALAH 
Morning at leisure.
Departure transfer to Salalah Airport for your flight to Muscat.
Bon voyage!

Availability:

Available around the year though some sights might be shut during certain periods

Special Note-

It is advisable to make booking for your stay at the time of booking your package.

Kindly let us know if you need visa assistance in advance.

We can arrange for flight bookings on request.

Please let your tour advisor know at the beginning if you are allergic to anything, so your food options follow the same.

Kindly let your tour advisor know at the time of booking if any special assistance will be required during the tour.

Please note that if you are bringing your pet along, many places follow a no-pet policy and coordinate with your tour advisor at the time of booking for a smooth tour.

Places We Visit- Highlights

Tour of Muscat.- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque,  Bait Al Zubair Museum, Mattrah Souq(marketplace),  Fish market, Al Alam Palace, surrounded by the Al Jalali and Al Mirani forts

Tour of Nakhl  - Ain Al Thowarah Hot Springs, Wadi Bani Awuf, Omani mountain village of Bilad Sayt, Jabrin Castle

Tour of Nizwa- Nizwa Fort, Nizwa souq(marketplace), weekly cattle auction

Wadi Bani Khalid also known as Wadi Hayer

Wahiba Tour- Wahiba sands also known as Ramlat al Wahiba, Bedouin houses, 1000 nights camp

Tour of Seaside town of Sur- Dhow Factory Tour

Bimah Sinkhole, also known as Bait al-Afreet is located at the small Hawiyat Najm Park

Wadi Arbayeen

Tour of Jabel Harim- mountain village of Sayhe, coast viewing point of Khawr Al Najid, Khor Najid lagoon, Birkhat Khalidiya Park

Full day dhow cruise- Fishing villages, Telegraph Island, Fjords of Musandam

Tour of Salalah:

Taqah village tour- Taqah beach, Taqah Castle

Mirbat city tour, tomb of Mohamed bin Ali