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Discover Oman
8 days • 4.8
5
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78 reviews
8 days
Start
Muscat, Oman
Finish
Muscat, Oman
Trip Code
ELSO
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Mini Bus, 4x4
Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Heritage stay (1 night), Desert hotel (1 night)
From £2,165(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Stand on top of Oman, with the vast Grand Canyon at your feet and take the scenic route down through the mountains to Muscat.
Walk through remote villages, tucked between mountains and at the bottom of valleys, lush with date palms and full of friendly locals, enjoy a visit to a local bee keeper and a hearty home-cooked Omani lunch.
Scramble to the top of the Wahiba Sands dunes for incredible sunset and sunrise views, and experience traditional Omani hospitality over coffee and dates with a Bedouin family.
Discover Oman's most phenomenal castles and mosques with guided visits to the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Jabreen Castle.
Step back in time with a night in Nizwa, staying in a heritage property in the heart of the old town, and stroll the souq for souvenirs.
Is this trip right for you?
When visiting a mosque, it's important to show respect by dressing appropriately, even in the heat. Women must cover their heads and chest, arms and legs must be entirely covered in loose-fitting clothing. Men also need to cover their arms and legs.
4x4 vehicles are used on most parts of the trip as we travel around Oman. You will travel in convoy style and due to the configuration of the vehicles there may be times when you are not travelling with your leader. It is possible your driver will not speak English.
Itinerary
Be dazzled by the diverse landscapes of Oman.
Adventure from portside Muscat and Muttrah into the heart of Oman's richly coloured past. Discover the awesome Islamic forts, age-old mud-brick houses, and silver- and spice-filled souqs that make this Middle Eastern jewel such a feast for the senses. The treasures aren't all man-made: trip to the blazing remote landscapes of Wahiba Sands for a desert getaway with the Bedouins, and soak up breathtaking canyon views at Jebel Shams and Wadi Bani Awf before returning to the seaside capital.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Mini Bus, 4x4
Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Heritage stay (1 night), Desert hotel (1 night)
Included activities
Muscat - Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat - Sidab Women's Group visit with lunch
Hawiyat Najim Park - Bimmah Sinkhole
Wadi Tiwi - Visit
Wadi Bani Khalid - Visit and swim stop
Wahiba Sands – Desert dune sunset
Sur - Dhow factory visit
Nizwa - Jabreen Castle
Wahiba Sands - Bedouin family visit
Misfat Al Abyreen - Village walk & beekeeper visit
Nizwa - Souq visit
Misfat Al Abyreen - Home-cooked lunch
Jebel Shams - Grand Canyon scenic drive
Bilad Sait - Fortress villlage visit
Jebel Shams - Balcony walk (1 hour)
Optional activities
Muscat - Sunset Cruise in Muscat Harbour (appx 2 hours including transfers) - USD55
Nizwa - Fort visit - Entry Fee - OMR5
Muscat- Snorkeling Trip (2 Hours) (10am-1pm) - USD75
Muscat-Dolphin Watching Cruise (2 Hours) (8am-10am,10am-12pm) - USD55
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (77)
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Susan
May 16, 2025
Low key Oman is full of history, culture, geology & water that sets it apart from the glitz of some of the other Gulf countries.
Jessica
Apr 27, 2025
We loved the cultural insights of this trip and feel we now have a whole new understanding of Oman and the region. Omanis were very hospitable and all the visits we did with local people were interesting. Other highlights included the sights of Muscat and Muttrah, the coast and the beautiful wadis. Said organised us impeccably and shared his enthusiasm, and the drivers were friendly and made us feel safe and comfortable throughout
Bettina
Apr 26, 2025
A fantastic tour of Oman, wonderful balance between historic sights, cities, and nature, with very knowledgeable guides. Safe transportation and great accommodations. Fully recommend.
Lindsay
Apr 12, 2025
We had a wonderful time in Oman. It's a beautiful country with incredible hospitality, food and nature. Our guide Said was fantastic, passionate about his country and ensuring the whole group was looked after. Amin, the other driver was also wonderful. I particularly loved the desert, with the fantastic sunrise and the balcony walk at the Grand Canyon. Said joined a few of us on an early start to ensure we could do the full walk before it got too hot, which was definitely worth the extra effort!
Jill
Apr 12, 2025
The Oman trip was excellent. Our guide, Said, was well organized and anticipated our needs. The itinerary included the cities of Muscat and Nizwa, a beach resort, a desert camp and a mountain lodge so there was a lot of variety. It is a fast paced trip and requires a good level of fitness. The accommodation was comfortable and the food was mostly buffet, sometimes extensive, sometimes simple. Oman was very safe. The weather varies from hot to chilly in the mountains so plan accordingly.
Andrea Lucia
Apr 12, 2025
This trip with guide Said was "wunderbar" which means wonderful, the Omani people are so friendly, helpful, we get always fresh water, we received answers to every single questions, learned a lot about the arabic culture and so much more. Thanks for this "wunderbar" experience!
Lisa
Mar 28, 2025
A truly outstanding country and a great itinerary! I would recommend to anyone as offers such a diverse range of landscapes and activities. The people, the culture... a must visit!
Rachel
Mar 28, 2025
A fantastic trip - Oman is a beautiful interesting warm and welcoming country. Our guide Said was fantastic as were our two drivers. The food is fabulous and the scenery stunning. I would highly recommend this trip- busy days, but really enjoyable.
Steven
Mar 03, 2025
Another great Intrepid trip! As a solo traveler, I appreciate meeting people from around the world and Said, our trip leader, made the whole trip seamless. Don't hesitate about going to Oman. The country is very safe and has a lot to offer. This trip was one of the best I've had with Intrepid.
Simone
Jan 06, 2025
A good opportunity to discover the country in a short time and get a overview about the landscape and the people from Oman.
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