20 Days Oman Package with Salalah and Khasab Tour

Day 1: Transfer from Muscat airport to Hotel

1. Muscat
   15m
   Pick up from the airport then transfer to hotel.

Day 2: Mosque – Opera House – Qurum Beach – Muttrah – Al Alam Palace – Fort of Al Jalali & Al Mirani – Parliament Photo Stop

1. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
   1h
   t approximately 8:30 AM, we will take you through the gorgeous city of Muscat where we will first visit the grand mosque which, among a couple others, is one of the biggest 1-piece handmade Iranian carpet in the world. The carpet weighs a whopping 21 tons and can comfortably accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers.
2. Royal Opera House
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Shortly after, we will drive you around the ministries and the Royal Opera House area which is leading arts, and culture organization in the Sultanate of Oman. The vision of the Opera House is to serve as a center of excellence in global cultural engagement.
3. Qurum Beach
   30m
   Then visit Qurum Beach Photo Stop and we will take you to had a taste the Omani bread with honey and karak tea.
4. Muttrah
   2h
   Then continue drive to the Muttrah Souk is next, where you can find various souvenirs and Muttrah Souq one of the oldest marketplaces in Oman dating back two hundred years, After we will show you the Al Alam palace, the official palace of his majesty.
5. Al Jalali Fort
   1h
   Next visit the 2 Portuguese forts of Al Jalali and Al Mirani photo stop are next on the itinerary. These forts are impressive to tour and explore. Various picture opportunities are available throughout the fortresses.
6. Al Alam Palace
   1h
   Next, we visit one last Al Alam palace.
   Al Alam Palace is the ceremonial palace of the Sultan of Oman. It is used for official functions like welcoming foreign dignitaries and heads of state.

Day 3: Nakhal Fort - Nakhal Hotspring - Wadi Bani Awf - Bilad Sayt

1. Nakhal Fort
   1h
   the famous Nakhal fortress. It lies at the foothills of the mountains in a nice small village which grows extensive date palm plantations. This magnificent 350 years old fortress rises out of the mountain rock, towering high above the ancient village as if still warning would-be attackers of its ominous strength It has witnessed many battles and is packed full of hidden escape routes and secret passages. You can stroll around the inside of this restored fortress and visit all the rooms which have been nicely decorated in the original old style. The view from the top of the fortress over the mountains and green date plantations is outstanding.
2. Nakhl
   1h
   After the fortress, we will drive through the old Village of Nakhal to the hot springs. Here you will find a beautiful small green Wadi. The small river in the Wadi has hot spring water, in which you can bathe your feet in.
3. Wadi Bani Awf
   1h
   Wadi Bani Awf with many photo stop, is a large wadi in Al Rustaq, the wadi covers a large area with several villages and lots of cool attractions worth visiting, including the well-known Snake Canyon, the next stop is Bilad Sayt is a mountain village tucked between the Western Hajar mountains bordering the Dakhiliyah and Batinah regions of Oman.
4. Bald Sayt
   1h
   Bilad Sayt is a stunning village in picturesque surroundings that should be part of anyone’s check-list of places to visit when coming to Oman.

Day 4: Al Hamra - Bait Al Saffah - Misfath Arbiyeen - Jebel Shams

1. Al Hamra
   1h
   Al Hamra is a 400-year-old town in the region Ad Dakhiliyah, in northeastern Oman. As a province, it is home to a number of villages.
2. Oman
   1h
   The next stop in Bait Al Safa an old house converted into a famous living Omani Museum.
3. Misfat al Abriyyin
   1h
   The mountain village of Misfah Al Abryeen, here some of the oldest preserved houses in Oman can be found.
4. Jebel Shams
   1h
   Then continue drive Jebel Shams the Grand Canyon of Oman, which is the Ministry of Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, states to be 3,009 m (9,872 ft) high, afterwards back to the hotel.

Day 5: Jebel shams - Bahla Fort - Jabrin Castle - Nizwa Fort - Nizwa Souq

1. Jebel Shams
   30m
   After breakfast we depart the hotel from Jebel Shams the Grand Canyon of Oman, which is the Ministry of Tourism, Sultanate of Oman, states to be 3,009 m (9,872 ft) high.
2. Bahla Fort
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Then head to Bahla Forts, where you can see the local pottery being made. The immense, ruined Bahla Fort, with its walls and towers of mud brick on stone foundations and the adjacent Friday Mosque with its decoratively sculpted prayer.
3. Jabrin
   1h
   After visiting the Bahla fort we will drive to Jabreen Castle, one of Oman’s most beautiful forts.
4. Nizwa Fort Oman
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Nizwa Fort, the fort is a museum and offers splendid views of this ancient town and the surrounding mountains.
5. Nizwa Souq
   1h
   Nizwa Souk, take a break to browse and purchase some Omani silver craft and other beautiful handmade items.

Day 6: Falaj Daris - Birkat Al Mouz Village - The Irrigation - Al Suwjara - Jebel Akhdar - Diana point - Wadi Bani Habib

1. Falaj Daris Park
   30m
   The Falaj Daris is one of the many falajs in Oman, that are collectively a UNSECO world heritage site under the title "Aflaj Irrigation system.
2. Birkat Al Mouz Ruins
   1h
   Birkat Al Mouz, a unique village nestle into a mountain face. This village is famous for its years-old mud-brick fortress with stunning, colorful doors. It contains two different sets of ruins of 2 tribes.
3. Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman
   1h
   Irrigation system of Al Kattmyn in 2006, one of the five Irrigation Systems of Oman were added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
4. Jebel Akhdar
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Al Suwjara gives an example of an ancient Omani village whose houses were built with mud and stone. The Suwgra is located around 172km and a 2.5 hour drive from Muscat, 63km and 1 hour 15 minutes from Nizwa.
5. Jebel Akhdar
   1h
   Our next stop in Jebel Akhdar the diannas view point or they called the Green Mountain is part of Al Hajar Mountains range in Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate of Oman. It rises to a height of 2,980 and encompasses the Saiq Plateau at 2,000 meter above sea level.
6. Wadi Bani Habib Hiking
   1h
   The village of Wadi Bani Habib, located on the slopes of Jabal Al Akhdar, is the perfect example of the Omani architectural style. Wadi Bani Habib refers less to the wadi of walnuts and pomegranates that are still grown here, and more to the ruined village that lies wrapped around the area.

Day 7: Ibra - Wahiba Sands Desert - Visit Bedouin - Watching Sunset

1. Ibra
   1h
   Ibra is the second largest city in the Ash Sharqiyah Region of Oman. It is located about 170 km from Muscat and has a population estimated at 55,000 people. Ibra is one of the oldest cities in Oman and was once a centre of trade, religion, education and art.
2. Wahiba Sands
   2h
   Nestled in the heart of Oman lies the Wahiba Sands, a beautiful desert with endless golden dunes. This desert is a must-see when visiting Oman.
3. Wahiba Sands
   1h
   Watching the sunset from the golden sand dunes is one of the most unforgettable experiences in Oman. Complete your journey with a serene camel ride and a visit to a traditional Bedouin family, offering an authentic glimpse into desert life.

Day 8: Watching Sunrise - Camel ride - Sandboarding - Quadbike - Dune bashing optional

1. Wahiba Sands
   1h
   Start your day by witnessing the breathtaking sunrise from the top of the sand dunes, a serene and unforgettable experience in the quiet stillness of the desert.
2. Wahiba Sands
   2h
   Embark on a thrilling desert adventure at Wahiba Sands, where you can enjoy a variety of activities, including camel rides, sandboarding, quad biking, and the exhilarating experience of dune bashing across the stunning golden dunes.

Day 9: Wadi Bani Khalid - Omani Ghazal Farm - Sur - Dhow Factory

1. Wadi Bani Khalid
   1h
   Wadi Bani Khalid, one of the biggest and most beautiful Wadis in Oman. Here you can swim, sunbath, relax and have a picnic in the beautiful scenic of wadi canyons.
2. Oman
   1h
   Depart the hotel after breakfast, then today we drive towards to Al Kamel visit Omani Ghazal Farm in Al Kamel (Asilel Farm.
3. Sur
   1h
   Sur is a must-visit location for anybody interested in Oman's rich cultural legacy. It is known for its watch towers, lighthouses, and breathtaking natural beauty.
4. Oman
   1h
   In the morning we will show you the City of Sur with some old fortresses and the famous Arabian Dhow Factory, where you can see traditional wooden Dhows being built.

Day 10: Wadi Tiwi Photo Stop - Wadi Shab Adventure - Romantic Cave - White Sands of Fins Beach - Back to Muscat

1. Wadi Tiwi
   30m
   We'll begin with a photo stop at Wadi Tiwi, allowing you to capture its beauty before heading to Wadi Shab, where the real adventure begins. Wadi Tiwi photo stop, which is named after Tiwi village at the coast, is a beautiful wadi with the lush plantations giving it a different (certainly greener) feel than many other wadis
2. Wadi Shab
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Then we continue drive to Wadi Shab this Wadi is an enormous canyon gorge that is lined with palm trees and impressive indications of what the power of the water coming down from the mountains can do in nature. With around 35-minute hike up through the canyon Wadi, we arrive at one of several crystal-clear water pools. Tourists can swim on through the warm waters from pool to pool. Eventually, we come to the last pool where an opening among the enormous rocks allows us to swim into an incredible crevice cave with a small waterfall. Inside, the sunlight filters in from the outside, turning the water into a beautiful turquoise blue whilst water showers down one side of the cave from the wadi beyond.
3. Wadi Shab
   30m
   After the Wadi Shab adventure, we'll make a brief stop at the romantic cave, offering a stunning backdrop of mountains and beach—perfect for capturing unforgettable photos.
4. Tiwi beach
   30m
   Our next stop to Fins Beach, It is strikingly white, curiously pebbly, incredibly blue and jaw- droppingly amazing.
5. Bimmah Sinkhole
   1h
   Our last stop on this day is Bimmah Sink Hole, a big crater near the sea with a small lake at the bottom, which is believed to have been created by meteor, our next stop to Fins Beach, It is strikingly white, curiously pebbly, incredibly blue and jaw- droppingly amazing.

Day 11: Snorkeling at Dimaniyat Island with Transfers going and back to the hotel

1. 5h
   The Ad Dimaniyat Islands are a protected area in the Gulf of Oman. Ad ... The island is home to a large number of sea turtles that lay their eggs.

Day 12: Transfer to Muscat Airport - Fly to Khasab - Transfer from Khasab airport directly City Tour - Jebel Harem

1. Muscat
   15m
   Enjoy a convenient pick-up from your hotel and transfer to Muscat Airport for your flight to Khasab Airport.
2. Khasab
   20m
   After your pick-up from Khasab Airport, you'll immediately embark on an exciting city tour.
3. Khasab
   30m
   This captivating Khasab excursion commences at the center of Khasab city or hotels. Step into a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle, embarking on a 30-minutes journey through the scenic beauty of Oman.
4. 1h
   Musandam is a governorate in Oman. Musandam is located in the very north of the country, on the peninsula of the same name and, being separated from the rest of Oman by the territory of the United Arab Emirates, is a semi-exclave. The administrative center is the city of Hasab. It covers an area of 1,800 km² and has a population of 31,425.
5. Khasab Castle
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Visitors have the opportunity to explore the Fort of Khasab, a restored 16th-century fort. Inside the fort is a museum showcasing various Omani handicraft items.
6. Khasab
   30m
   During your visit, you will have the opportunity to explore Wadi Qadah and the ancient village of Tawi. Additionally, you will be able to observe prehistoric rock carvings depicting camels, ships, and warriors, which date back approximately 2000 years.
7. Khasab
   1h
   After a day filled with delights, our comfortable private vehicle will whisk you back to your hotel or city center, brimming with cherished memories. Trust our decade-long expertise in organizing private tours and exploring the city view with utmost comfort and peace of mind.

Day 13: Full Day Dhow Cruise - Musandam Dibba Tour - Snorkeling - Swimming - Fishing

1. Musandam Governorate
   2h
   We'll begin our cruise from Dibba Harbour, where you'll have the chance to snorkel, swim, and fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the sea.
2. Musandam Governorate
   3h
   From Dibba, we'll head to Al Haffa Beach, where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch followed by opportunities to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters.
3. Musandam Governorate
   3h
   After snorkeling and swimming at Al Haffa Beach, we'll take you on a relaxing fishing experience before heading back to Dibba Harbour

Day 14: Transfer from Atana Hotel to Muscat Airport

1. Oman
   1h
   Pick up from the Atana Hotel transfer to airport. (Fly to Muscat)
2. Oman
   15m
   Pick up from Muscat airport then transfer to the Hotel and stay there for overnight.

Day 15: Transfer - City Tour Salalah

1. Oman
   1h
   Pick up from the hotel then transfer to airport (Fly to Salalah)
2. Salalah
   1h
   Pick up from the Salalah airport then starts the city tour directly.
3. Salalah
   1h
   Our guide will pick-up you from the airport then continue drive for a quick photo stop at the majestic Sultan Qaboos Mosque.
4. Salalah
   1h
   Afterward, you will explore Al Baleed Archaeological park and Museum for an overview of national and local history. In this charming museum you will find a vast array of local antiquities that open your eyes to the history and heritage of the Sultanate of Oman.
5. Salalah
   1h
   Then carry on to the alleyways of Haffa Souq, the historic market near the Sultan’s Palace, brimming with Omani handicrafts, perfumes, and the famous frankincense of Salalah. After you have finished your shopping, before you return to the hotel.

Day 16: Salalah East - Taqa Castle - Sumharam - Wadi Dirbat - Ayn Razat

1. Taqah Castle
   1h
   After breakfast, your journey begins with a visit to Taqah Castle as built in the 19th century. This makes it a relatively new castle in comparison to forts and castles found in the north of Oman.
2. 1h
   Our next stop is then Sumharam. If silence could speak, the antiquated port city of Sumharam, which reigned supreme 2,000 years ago as the guardian of the perfume paradise, will narrate endless accounts of the heydays etched by the fortified hill city adjacent to Khor Rori Creek. Strategy at its best sums up the ancient city’s soul reflected in its ruins. Sumharam is in Taqah, 30 km from Salalah.
3. Wadi Darbat
   1h
   Then we will visit Wadi Dirbat, home to an amazing variety of plants, trees, birds, and flowers. See the longest cave in the world, a serene valley completes with optional hiking trails.
4. Salalah
   1h
   Then head up to Ain Razat is the most striking of all the springs scattered across the Salalah Plain, Ayn Razat flows copiously from the hillside at all times of year and rolls across the limestone pavement in something close to a permanent river, then return to your hotel.

Day 17: Salalah West - Frankincense Trees - Mughasyl - Nabi Ayoub

1. The Frankincense Trail
   1h
   After breakfast approximately at 8:30 AM, we start the day with a visit to have the chance to see the famous frankincense trees (boswellia sacra), this tree has gained worldwide fame. Dhofar has known frankincense since time immemorial, and frankincense is mentioned in ancient history books. It is known to be the best in the world and has brought the region to great wealth thousands of years ago, when frankincense was more valuable then gold.
2. 1h
   Then heaup up towards Al Mughsayl Beach (also written as Al Mughsail Beach) is probably the most famous tourist attraction in Dhofar, Oman. The beach is liked by the locals and tourists alike. Al Mughsayl is a long stretch of blue water sea and white sand.
3. Prophet Job's Tomb
   1h
   The last stop is another popular tourist attraction, the Nabi Ayub grave at the tomb, lies the remains of Nabi Ayoub or Prophet Job as mentioned in the Bible. Holding a significant landmark from the bible, this tomb is located 25 kms from Salalah on a hill called the Jabal Al Qar and the tomb compound also houses a mosque, then return to your hotel.

Day 18: Pick up from Hotel - Overnight Empty Quarter

1. Empty Quarter
   8h
   Pick up at 12 :30 from the hotel.
   Stop at Thamrit City for lunch after 80 km from Salalah then driving to the Ubar site with stop after that driving to the camp around 10 km into the desert, watching sunset.

Day 19: Pick up from the Camp - Drop off to Hotel

1. Salalah
   1h
   Pick up from the camp after breakfast then drop off to Crowne Plaza Hotel Salalah for rest day.

Day 20: Pick up from Hotel - Transfer to Airport

1. Salalah
   1h
   Pick up from the hotel after breakfast then transfer to airport.

Pickup details

We provide a personalized welcome by displaying a signboard with our clients' names at the pick-up location. Additionally, we ensure clear communication by contacting each client at least one day prior to the tour to confirm the pick-up details

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.