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Gulf States
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We offer you four exciting stopover opportunities in the small but fascinating Gulf States. Below are our tours in the Gulf States.
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OMAN
Oman is a desert Sultanate with a wealth of scenic and cultural highlights. Below are Ancient Kingdoms Holidays tours in Oman.
Muscat Ministay
4 Days Ex Muscat
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Flexi Holiday
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| Daily Departures |
Itinerary |
Day 1
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Muscat |
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Arrival transfer to your hotel. |
| Day 2 |
Muscat |
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Morning visit to Muscat. Sightseeing includes the Natural History Museum, the Grand Mosque (Wed and Sat only), Mutrah Souk and view the Royal Palace. Afternoon at leisure. (B) |
Day 3
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Muscat |
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Day at leisure or optional sightseeing tour. (B) |
Day 4
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Muscat |
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Departure transfer to the airport. (B)
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Tour Inclusions:
- Choice of Platinum, Super Deluxe, Deluxe, First or Tourist Class hotels with private facilities
- Sightseeing
- Professional guide
- Breakfasts
- Return transfers
- Travel Notes
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Dubai Hatta Fort and Oman
8 Days Ex Dubai or Muscat
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Flexi Holiday
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| Daily Departures |
Itinerary |
Day 1
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Dubai |
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Arrival transfer to your Dubai Hotel. |
| Day 2 |
Dubai |
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Morning at leisure. This afternoon depart on a thrilling 4x4 desert safari, followed by a Bedouin BBQ and traditional Arabian entertainment. (B,D) |
Day 3
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Dubai |
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Day at leisure. Explore the modern and ancient aspects of Dubai with your included Hop On Hop Off Bus pass and see sites such as the magnificent Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Mosque, and World Trade Centre, Royal Palaces, wind-powered houses and the Dubai Museum. (B)
Optional dhow dinner cruise on Dubai Creek |
Day 4
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Dubai – Hatta Fort |
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This morning transfer to Hatta Fort situated less than an hour’s drive from Dubai and close to the border of Oman. The journey to Hatta Fort Hotel leads through some interesting and desert landscapes in the U.A.E (B,D)
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Day 5
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Hatta Fort – Muscat |
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Today transfer across the border to Oman. Continue to Muscat. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)
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Day 6
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Muscat |
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A morning sightseeing tour of Muscat takes in sites such as the Natural History Museum, the Grand Mosque (Wed and Sat only), Mutrah Souk and view the Royal Palace. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
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Day 7
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Muscat |
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Day at leisure or take and optional sightseeing tour. (B)
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Day 8
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Muscat |
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Departure transfer to the airport. (B)
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Tour Inclusions:
- Transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Choice of Super Deluxe, Deluxe, First or Tourist Class accommodation with private facilities
- Daily Breakfasts and 2 Dinners
- Transportation by A/C vehicle
- Sightseeing as indicated & Professional guides
- Entrance Fees
- Travel Notes
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This program is tailor made and prices vary and are dependent on date ranges.
Oman Self Drive
7 Days Ex Muscat
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Flexi Holiday
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Itinerary |
Day 1
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Muscat |
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After collecting your rental car from the airport, make your own way to the hotel where a reservation has been made for you for two nights. |
| Day 2 |
Muscat |
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Explore the fascinating city of Muscat including the Grand Muscat, Natural History Museum, Al Alam Palace and much more. (B) |
Day 3
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Muscat – Sur |
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Depart today for the town of Sur, a fisherman’s village located on the east coast of Oman. Well known for its Dhow building, it remains as authentic village. Once Oman’s main centre of trade with East Africa, evidence of which still exists today. (B)
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Day 4
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Sur – Al Raha Camp |
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Drive towards the Golden red dunes of Al Sharqiyah and arrive at the Al Raha Camp, made up of ‘Baraasti’ style huts. Al Raha is the perfect spot from which to discover some of the most famous dunes in the world. Overnight in traditional Bedouin style. (B,D)
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Day 5
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Al Raha Camp – Nizwa |
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Travel from Al Raha to the town of Nizwa, one of the largest cities in Oman. Visit the famous Nizwa Fort and traditional souks where locals ply their trade. (B)
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Day 6
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Nizwa |
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Tour the oasis city of Nizwa and visit sites such as the Bahla Fort and Nizwa Souk. Later see Jabrin Castle. (B)
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Day 7
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Nizwa |
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Today drive back to return rental car to the Muscat Airport. (B)
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Tour Inclusions:
- First Class or Tourist Class accommodation
- Rental Car Hire
- Desert Camp including Dinner
- Breakfasts
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Essential Oman
4 Days Ex Muscat
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Flexi Holiday
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Itinerary |
Day 1
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Muscat – Jabrin – Jebel Shams – Nizwa |
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Morning visit to the oasis city of Nizwa. Visit the fort and the souk. Continue to visit Jabrin and its famous castle. After lunch proceed to Jebel shams (Grand Canyon), the highest mountain in the Arabian Peninsula, then drive back to Nizwa. |
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Nizwa – Wadi Bani Khalid – Wahiba Sands |
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Explore the local villages then, via Wadi Bani Khalid, arrive at the copper-coloured dunes of Wahiba Sands, home of the Bedouins. Experience the thrills of dune driving. Overnight in the desert campsite. (B,D) |
Day 3
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Wahiba Sands – Sur – Ras Al Had |
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Discover the narrow streets and cornice of Sur and visit the Dhow building yard. Continue to Ras Al Had. After dinner leave for the famous Turtle Beach where turtles nest and lay their eggs. (B,D)
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Day 4
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Ras Al Had – Wadi Shaab – Muscat |
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Drive on the coastal road along the Gulf of Oman and its pristine beaches. Discover Wadi Shaab, a breathtaking canyon with green pools and waterfalls. Continue to Fins beach for a short swim. Later drive to the fishing village of Quriyat, then to Muscat. (B)
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Tour Inclusions:
- Accommodation in Tourist Class hotels (Nizwa and Ras Al Had) and desert camp with private facilities
- 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners
- Private A/C transportation (4WD)
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Sightseeing
- Entrance fees
- Travel Notes
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Overnight Turtle Beach
2 Days Ex Muscat
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Flexi Holiday
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Itinerary |
Day 1
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Muscat – Quriyat – Wadi Shaab – Ras Al Had |
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Morning drive to Quriyat, Fins Beach, Wadi Shaab and its green pools, then Ras Al Had. Tonight, see the turtles nesting on the sand at Turtle Beach. (L,D) |
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Ras Al Had – Sur – Wahiba Sands – Muscat |
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Morning visit to Sur and its Dhow building yard. Later continue to the breathtaking sand dunes of Wahiba Sands through the oasis of Wadi Bani Khalid. Return to Muscat. (B,L) |
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Tour Inclusions:
- Accommodation in Tourist Class hotel with private facilities
- Private A/C transportation (4WD)
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Sightseeing
- Travel Notes
- 2 picnic/lunches, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner
- Mineral water and soft drinks
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Note: Observation of turtles is not guaranteed. Peak nesting season is from July to November
KUWAIT
Kuwait is an ideal stopover destination for shopping, diving on caral reefs or just relaxing.
4 Days Ex Kuwait
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Itinerary |
Day 1
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Arrival |
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Arrival transfer to your Kuwait City hotel. |
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City Tour |
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Explore Old Kuwait City & coastline, including striking Islamic architecture, traditional dhow fishing boats, and stunning panoramic views from the Kuwait Towers. Afternoon free.(B) |
| Day 3 |
At Leisure |
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Day at leisure.(B) |
| Day 4 |
Departure |
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Departure transfer to the airport.(B) |
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Tour Inclusions:
- Return transfers
- Choice of Deluxe, First or Tourist Class hotels with private facilities
- Breakfasts
- Sightseeing
- Professional guides
- Entrance Fees
- Travel notes
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BAHRAIN
This tiny island state offers the ideal introduction to the charms of the Persian Gulf.
4 Days Ex Bahrain
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Itinerary |
Day 1
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Arrival |
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Arrival transfer to your Manama hotel. |
| Day 2 |
City Tour |
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This morning discover the rich heritage of this cosmopolitan island.(B) |
| Day 3 |
At Leisure |
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Day at leisure.(B) |
| Day 4 |
Departure |
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Departure transfer to the airport.(B) |
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Tour Inclusions:
- Return transfers
- Choice of VIP, Deluxe or First Class hotels with private facilities
- Breakfasts
- Sightseeing
- Professional guides
- Entrance Fees
- Travel notes
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Notes:
- National Museum closed Monday.
- Grand Mosque closed Thursday and Friday.
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QATAR
Discover this small state and its capital, Doha, which combines a rich mixture of traditional Arabic and modern architecture.
4 Days Ex Doha
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Itinerary |
Day 1
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Arrival |
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Arrival transfer to your Doha hotel. |
| Day 2 |
City Tour |
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This morning discover the rich heritage of Doha (B) |
| Day 3 |
At Leisure |
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Relax in the sun or choose an optional excursion (B) |
| Day 4 |
Departure |
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Departure transfer to the airport.(B) |
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Tour Inclusions:
- Return transfers
- Choice of Super Deluxe, Deluxe, First Class or Tourist Class Hotels
- Breakfasts
- Sightseeing
- Professional guides
- Entrance Fees
- Travel notes
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