Length
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8 days / 7 nights
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Departure point
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Muscat |
Holiday type
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Private tour
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Departure dates
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Daily (tailored to suit)
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ITINERARY
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| Day 1 |
Muscat |
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Arrive in Muscat and transfer to your selected hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. |
| Day 2 |
Muscat |
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Tour to the Grand Mosque, then on to Mutrah and a visit to the Bail Al Zubair Museum, followed by a photo stop by Qasr Al Mlam (His Majesty's Palace). In the afternoon visit the vibrant fish market and lively Muttrah Souk. (B) |
| Day 3 |
Muscat – Bahia - Nizwa |
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Drive through the Hajar Mountains to Nizwa to view the 17th century fort and souk, famous for its large collection of traditional silver jewellery. Enroute visit Bahla - the birthplace of 'genies' from folklore. Partake in a local Omani lunch. After lunch travel to Jibreen Castle and explore the surrounding areas of Tanuf and Bahla. (B,L) |
| Day 4 |
Nizwa - Wahiba Sands |
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Explore the canyon before travelling to Wahiba Sands. Enter the golden Wahiba Sands Desert for some adventurous dune driving before arriving at the permanent desert camp. Experience an unforgettable night under the stars in the desert. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 |
Wahiba Sands - Ras Al Hadd (Turtle Beach) |
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Visit a Bedouin house in the desert and experience local hospitality. Travel to Ral Al Hadd via a swim in the clear waters of Wadi Bank Khalid. In the evening be guided down to the beach to watch giant sea turtles make their way up the beach. This beach is one of the largest turtle reserves in the world. (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 |
Ras Al Hadd - Sur - Muscat |
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Swim in the lagoon and drive back to Muscat via the picturesque fishing villages along the coast. Stop in Sur with its ancient harbour housing some of the original Dhows that are still used today, before continuing via Wadi Shab, Qalhat white beach and the Sink Hotel. (B,L) |
| Day 7 |
Muscat |
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Full day at leisure to further explore the sights and shops of Muscat. (B) OPTION to extend your stay with a trip to Salalah. |
| Day 8 |
Muscat departure |
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After breakfast, transfer to the airport. (B) |
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INCLUSIONS
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- Accommodation in 4-5 star hotels in Muscat with private facilities
- Comfortable but basic permanent tents in Wahiba Sands (Deluxe tent upgrade available)
- Nizwa and Ras Al Hadd - the best available accommodation
- A/C transport
- Daily breakfast, 4 lunches, and 2 dinners
- Professional English speaking driver/guide
- Sightseeing and entrance fees
- Bottled water
- Innovative Travel Company trip notes
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NOTE
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Turtles are in their natural habitat therefore sightings are not always possible
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