8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS ITINERARY
TOYOTA LAND CRUISE 4x4 OFF-ROAD TOUR
PROFESSIONAL ANY LANGUAGE SPEAKING GUIDE
OVERNIGHT STAY IN THE DESERT IN THE
EXCLUSIVE DESERT NIGHT CAMP
DISCOVERY of Oman is an extraordinary tour, the most complete in Central Oman, which combines historical-archaeological aspects with the splendid landscape and naturalistic resources of the Sultanate. This fascinating itinerary includes areas not included in the normal Classic tours such as the crossing of the Western Hajar range with the Serpent’s Gorge and the traditional village of Bilad Say t , the Wadi Al Ayn necropolis, a UNESCO heritage site, the beautiful Jabrin castle ; Nizwa ancient capital of the imamate in the 9th century, JABAL SHAMS (grand canyon)”, Jalan Bani Bu Ali with the suggestive fortified city and the 52-domed Mosque, the famous desert of Wahiba Sands with its golden dunes and the very particular one of Woodland , with light sands and a forest inside; the traditional Bedouin market of Sinaw and the coastal strip between Sur and Muscat with the numerous and splendid Wadis and in particular the beautiful Wadi Arbeen. Nature and Archeology of Oman is a truly unique program, a must in particular for lovers of photography and videography. The tour is carried out on board our exclusive Toyota Land Cruiser off-road vehicles, to guarantee maximum comfort and safety.
GROUP DEPARTURES: MAXIMUM 10 PARTICIPANTS
1 D - SUNDAY: MUSCAT
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. The rooms will be delivered after 2.00 pm. Possibility of immediate assignment before 2.00 pm with supplement. Overnight stay.
2 D - MONDAY: MUSCAT
Breakfast and departure for a visit to the city: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque , modern and elegant, with the splendid Persian carpet and the incredible chandelier. Continue along the Shatti al Qurum seafront to the Opera . Stop for the external visit (if possible you can visit the inside of the Opera House. Entrance to be paid on site). Lunch . In the afternoon departure for the Bait Al Zubair Ethnological Museum whose visit will allow you not only to observe a precious collection of Swords (Al Saif), Daggers (Kanjar), various weapons and ceramics, but also to understand the customs and traditions of Oman. Then visit the Sultan’s Palace (external), the two Portuguese forts (external), Mirani and Jalaliand the Muttrah souq , the largest in Oman with its myriad of narrow streets and shops. Return to the hotel, free dinner and overnight stay.
3 D - TUESDAY: MUSCAT / SNAKE GORGE / BILAD SAYT / CROSS WEST HAJAR / JABAL SHAMS
Breakfast and departure by 4×4 off-road vehicle towards Nakhal. We will continue inland through the beautiful Wadi bani Awf , a wadi that winds between dizzying rocky walls. Arrival at the Sarpente Gorge , so named for its typical shape. Continuation and photo stop at the mountain village of Bilad Sayt with the typical geometric cultivations. We will climb further up to an altitude of 2000 metres. along a fascinating off-road mountain itinerary admiring breathtaking views. We descend back to Al Hamra with a photo stop at the immense palm grove and for lunch in a local restaurant . Continuation and arrival in JABAL SHAMS. Visit grand canyon 3009 meters accommodation, dinner and overnight stay .
4 D - WEDNESDAY: JABAL SHAMS / WADI AL AYN / JABRIN / BAHLA / NIZWA
Breakfast and departure towards sint to reach Wadi Al Ayn, , to visit the funerary complex of tombs which, together with Bat and the Al Khutm tower, is one of the 5 sites in Oman registered in the UNESCO list since 1988. Wadi al Ayn is the most suggestive due to its position and the scenery of the Jabal Misth which frames it. The tombs date back to the Hafit period (around 3000 BC), which is the early Bronze Age period in Oman. Departure for Jabrin where we will visit the famous Castle considered the most refined in Oman and dating back to 1670. Lunch in a local restaurant in Bahla and panoramic photo stop at the fortified city (Unesco). Departure to Nizwa to visit suq and fort, dinner and overnight stay
5 D – THURSDAY: NIZWA / SINAW / WADI BANI KHALID / WAHIBA SANDS
Breakfast and departure for Sinaw where we will visit the traditional Bedouin market on Thursday. You will be able to observe Bedouin women with the typical face mask. Sinaw is the only market where dromedaries are sold in a market. Continue to Wadi Bani Khalid to visit the splendid mountain oasis-wadi crossed by a perennial watercourse that creates lakes bordered by palm trees. Departure for Al Wasil. Lunch based on typical dishes . Continue to the Wahiba Sands desert until reaching the permanent camp. Accommodation. In the afternoon, unforgettable off-road excursion among the dunes and the sinuous and soft sandy formations that create extraordinary landscapes. You will reach the top of a dune to wait for the sunset which will offer spectacular colors and unforgettable images. Return to camp, dinner and overnight stay
6 D - FRIDAY: WAHIBA SANDS / JALAN BANI BU ALI / WOODLAND / AL KHABBA / SUR
Breakfast and departure for Jalan Bani Bu Ali where we will visit the very interesting Fort, an example of an unrenovated fort dating back to 400 years ago and the Hamooda Mosque (external), with its characteristic architecture, known as the 52-domed Mosque. Continuation along a beautiful off-road itinerary to cross the ” Woodland ” desert, with white sands and inside there is a real forest of “Prosopis Cineraria”. We will reach the coast to continue north to Al Askhara. Lunch in a local restaurant . Departure for Sur with a stop in Al Khabba to observe the cliffs. Arrival, hotel accommodation, dinner and overnight stay .
7 D - SATURDAY: SUR / GULF COAST OF OMAN / BIMAN SINKHOLE / WADI ARBEEN / MUSCAT
Breakfast and visit to Sur , an ancient trading center with Africa and India. Visit to the “dhow” factory , the typical Omani boats, where they are built entirely by hand and to the Ayjah area which is located on a beautiful bay from where you can admire a beautiful panorama of the natural lagoon where Sur was built and which houses the lighthouse. Departure along the coast of the Gulf of Oman until arriving at the Biman Sinkhole , a particular geological formation consisting of a deep crater generated by the collapse of the vault due to the interaction of the brackish water with the components of the rocks and at the bottom of which there is a sort of emerald colored lake. Departure forWadi Arbeen , one of the most evocative wadis in Oman crossed by perennial water which gives life to waterfalls and lakes. Arrival in Muscat, hotel accommodation, free dinner and overnight stay .
OPTIONAL
NIGHT TOUR WITH FISH DINNER
8 G - SUNDAY: MUSCAT
Breakfast, check-out by 12.00 and final transfer to the airport.
PLANNED HOTELS:
MUSCAT: CITY SEASONS catg. 4*UP
NIZWA: INTERCITY catg. 3*UP
WAHIBA SANDS: DESERT NIGHT CAMP catg. DLX CAMP DLX camera
SUR: SUR PLAZA catg. 3*
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
All transfers in Oman from/to the airport (English speaking driver)
Accommodation in the hotels indicated in a double room with services
Meal treatment as indicated in the program
Visit of Muscat by van/minibus
Off-road tour 4×4 Toyota Land Cruise from 3rd to 7th ° Day as scheduled
4×4 off-road excursion among the dunes and sunset at Wahiba Sands
Italian speaking guide for the entire tour
Entrances where applicable: Bait Al Zubair Museum in Muscat, Manah, Jabrin Castle, Nizwa Fort, Sur Dhow Factory
Mineral water on board during the tour, meals in restaurants and hotels,
applicable taxes and VAT 5%
THE FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Flights, visas, meals and drinks not indicated as included, tips, personal extras and anything not expressly indicated in the item: The Price Includes.
THE EMPLOYMENT OF UP TO 4 PARTICIPANTS FOR EACH OFF-ROAD RIDE IS EXPECTED, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXCLUSIVE CAR USE WITH A SUPPLEMENT (1-2-3 PARTICIPANTS).
FOR ARRIVALS BEFORE 2.00 PM, IMMEDIATE ROOM ASSIGNMENT IS POSSIBLE, WITH A SUPPLEMENT.