Highlights Of Oman
Leisure Tours
Highlights Of Oman
04 Nights And 05 Days Program In Oman With English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
OPTION 01: LUXURY HOTELS
| Muscat | Intercontinental | 01 night |
| Jabal Akhdar | Anantara Jabal Akhdar | 01 Night |
| Wahiba | Desert Nights Camp | 01 Night |
| Sur | Ras Al Jinz Reserve | 01 Night |
PRICE VALID FROM: 01 OCT 2022 – 19 NOV 2022/ 11 DEC-20 DEC/ 05 JAN 23-20 MAR 23
| PAX SIZE | 02 PAX | 03 PAX | 04 PAX | 06 PAX | 08 PAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person in USD | 1502 | 1285 | 1176 | 1285 | 1176 |
| Single supplement | 670 | ||||
PAX SIZE | 02 PAX | 03 PAX | 04 PAX | 06 PAX | 08 PAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Per Person in USD | 1301 | 1084 | 975 | 1084 | 975 |
Single supplement | 496 | ||||
COMPULSORY ROOM SUPPLEMENT FROM 21 MAR-30 APRIL 2023/01 SEP-30 SEP – USD 77 PER ROOM PER NIGHT AT ANANTARA JABAL AKHDAR.
- THE ABOVE COST INCLUDES:
- 04-Nights’ accommodation in Standard rooms on twin / double sharing basis on bed & breakfast basis.
- Arrival transfer by saloon car or large car or minivan subject to pax numbers.
- 04WDs with maximum 04-pax + 01 driver will be used from Day 02 – Day 05.
- English speaking driver guide from Day 01 – Day 04.
- All entrance fees mentioned on the above program.
- 03 Dinners from Day 02 to Day 04.
- VAT 5 %
THE ABOVE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Any items like tips, laundry, telephone expenses, and meals other than mentioned.
- Any beverages during meals
- Visa / Visa cost
- Any Lunches
OPTION 02: STANDARD HOTELS
| Muscat | Al Falaj | 01 night |
| Jabal Akhdar | Sama Jabelakdher | 01 Night |
| Wahiba | Arabian Oryx | 01 Night |
| Sur | Sur Plaza | 01 Night |
PRICE VALID FROM: 01 OCT 2022- 20 DEC / 05 JAN – 30 APRIL 2023
PAX SIZE | 02 PAX | 03 PAX | 04 PAX | 06 PAX | 08 PAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Per Person in USD | 1029 | 811 | 702 | 811 | 702 |
Single supplement | 211 | ||||
PRICE VALID FROM: 01 MAY – 30 SEP 2023
PAX SIZE | 02 PAX | 03 PAX | 04 PAX | 06 PAX | 08 PAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Per Person in USD | 988 | 771 | 662 | 771 | 662 |
Single supplement | 171 | ||||
Arabian Oryx Camps are not operating during Summer (01 June 2022– 30 August 2022)** hence clients will be accommodate in alternate camps with additional cost.
THE ABOVE COST INCLUDES:
- 04-Nights’ accommodation in Standard rooms on twin / double sharing basis on bed & breakfast basis.
- Arrival transfer by saloon car or large car or minivan subject to pax numbers.
- 04WDs with maximum 04-pax + 01 driver will be used from Day 02 – Day 05.
- English speaking driver guide from Day 01 – Day 04.
- All entrance fees mentioned on the above program.
- 03 Dinners from Day 02 to Day 04.
- VAT 5 %
THE ABOVE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Any items like tips, laundry, telephone expenses, and meals other than mentioned.
- Any beverages during meals
- Visa / Visa cost
- Any Lunches.
Optional Supplement: Language speaking guides (Italian): USD 985.00 per guide (Italian Guides are subject to availability.
Note : Incase there are 04-pax+ language speaking guide travellinmg together , please calculate USD 1250.00 for additional 04WDs as maximimum capasity of per 04WD is ( 04pax + 01 Driver ) . In this case we need to use 02 x 04WDs.
Note = All the hotels are highly subject to availability, incase hotels are not available we need to find alternative hotel for the same and will advise you the difference (Either reduction or additional Supplement):
Important notes:
- The above quotes are based on current tax structure of Oman and including VAT . In case of any change in tax structure introduced by Government, will be billed accordingly.
- Normal check in time is 1400 hrs and check out time is 1200 hrs
- We reserve the right to cancel any part of the schedules program and /
- or to allocate the group to Hotel/s of similar standards for reasons beyond our control.
- All timings and distances given are approximate, There are many places enroute whereroad widening constuction is happening , hence are chances to delays in reaching each destinations/ sites due to slow traffic .
- We do not accept any responsibility for losses or expenses due to Delays, sickness, weather, strikes, war, quarantine, flooding or other causes.
- No refund will be made for unused portion of the tour / tours.
- Friday is the weekend in Oman.
- Forts will close at 1100 hrs on Fridays.
- Any change in the Government tax structure will reflect in the final invoice only.
- Sight seeing places mentioned above are currently open and in case of sudden Closure, we will not be held responsible for the changes.
- Meals & drinks not mentioned above and any extras have to be settled by the clients before check out from the hotels.
- Incase the tour dates falls on Eid day , Mounuments / Souks will be closed.
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DAY 1: ARRIVAL AT MUSCAT-
As per the latest announcement; Oman government allows nationalities from European/ American certain Asian countries can get a free tourist visa for Oman for 14 days stay but non-extendable. As a second option, tourists can apply Oman visa in advance through www.evisa.rop.gov.om / www.rop.gov.om and payment to be made through e-payment gateway in the site. Upon approval of visa application by immigration authorities, the client will receive intimation through email. The clients should carry the print of e-visa document and present to immigration on arrival to stamp visa in passport. The Present Visa fees are OMR 5.00 (USD 14.00)per Visa for 10 days stay and USD 53.00 (OMR 20) per person for 30 day visa. (Visa policies and Visa charges are subject to change as per Oman GOVT).
After immigration and baggage check, you will enter at the general arrival hall and will be met by our representative who will assist you to comfortably embark your vehicle and leave for Hotel. You will arrive at hotel. Check In time is 14:00 hrs. Hotel will try to allocate rooms upon arrival if same is available otherwise, guests can use hotel facilities till the time room allocated to them by check in time at 14:00 hrs. Rest of the day at leisure at the hotel.
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DAY 02 - MUSCAT / JABEL AKDHER [D]
By around 0830 Hrs, P/up the guest from Muscat City Hotel (Booked by client directly) emark on your 04WDs with your English Speaking Driver Cum Guide and leave for Jabelakdher enroute visit Muscat.
HALF DAY CITY TOUR:
Arrive Grand Mosque and visit. Grand Mosque is one of the largest Mosques in the world and at one time, it can accommodate 20,000 worshippers. Grand Mosque has beautiful art work,chandeliers and one piece carpet covering entire prayer hall.
(To visit Mosque, one has to be dressed in conservative manner. One should not wear revealing or transparent clothes and should be covered from head to toe. Ladies have to cover their head with a scarf. Grand Mosque is open for the tourists from Saturday to Thursday from 08:00 hrs to 11:00 hrs)
After Grand mosque drive to old Muscat enroute photo stop at Royal opera house. Contune to visit Muttrah…
Muttrah Souq is one of the oldest souq in Oman and the narrow alleys of souq with mystic smell of sandel wood make a great atmosphere. It is a place where you can communicate with local people and can buy souveniors for friends and family.
Later drive via the waterfront Corniche to visit to Bait Al Zubair Museum. It consists of a concise collection reflecting the splendid Omani Heritage. The collection includes traditional Omani Weapons such as swords, daggers, rifles & their accessories, along with jewellery, cosmetics & costumes from various regions of Oman.
Later embark your vehicle and leave for old part of Muscat and drive along the corniche and arrive at the official palace of His Majesty, Sultan Qaboos. Al Alam Palace is flanked by two Portuguese fort Jalali and Mirani.Jalali Fort has been completely refurbished and now used as a Museum for guests of State and Royal family. This will be an outside photo stop only as visit to Palace and Fort is not possible due to security reasons.
Thereafter drive to Jabelakdher enroute visit Birkat Al Mauz.
Birkat Al mauz is a place where locals grow date palm trees. Pass through the old village and the farms of date palm trees. Your guide will explain the complete cultivation process as well as old irrigation system in Oman – Falaj System.
On arrival check in to hotel in Jabal Akhdar . Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 04 - WAHIBA/ WADI BANI KHALID /SUR [B/D]
Breakfast at camp and check out from the Camp.
Embark on your 04Wds by 0900 Hrs and exit from the desert to enter black top road and drive towards Wadi Bani Khaled.
Arrive at Wadi Bani Khaled and visit. ‘Wadi bani Khaled’ is a stark contrast to Wahiba sands as it is a natural oasis with lot of greenery. Enjoy a short walk or swim in clear green water of natural oasis (no towel from our side)
After couple of hours drive arrive Sur and conduct an orientation of city , visit Dhow building yard and check in at a Hotel in Sur.
Rest of the afternoon at leisure at Hotel:
After early dinner at hotel, by 2000 Hrs leave to Turtle reserve to visit. Green turtles travel 100s of kilometer every year for nestling. It is a unique opportunity to sight turtles in their natural inhabitant. The turtle watching tours are lead in various groups by local naturalists (Sightings of Turtle is not guaranteed).
Return to Hotel and Overnight at the Hotel.
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DAY 05 - SUR/ WADI TIWI/ QURIYAT / MUSCAT [B]
Breakfast and check out from Sur Hotel.
Embark on your 04Wds and drive to Muscat on a coastal route.
Your first stop will be at Wadi Tiwi. Walk inside this village, which has many farms mainly for banana and Pappaya. Your guide will explain the complete cultivation process
After this stop, drive toward the fins beach. This beach is also known as white beach Enjoy swimming at the beach (no towels from our end)
Continue your driving to Bima Sinkhhole.
On arriving at Sink hole, a spectacular limestone crater with blue green water at the bottom and this stop will also be a rest stop.
We will be driving for some time on black top road and then enter in Wady Arbyn. ‘Wadi’ in Arabic means dead river bed. This is one of the interesting off road drive in this region and after enjoying the off road drive, you will exit from Wadi and drive to Quriyat
Quriyat Village, a very large fishing village between the lagoon and the sea. The fisherman goes every morning in sea to catch fishes and then they sell in the market (located at the beach). The port of Quriyat is still guarded by a watchtower. We will have a short photo stop at this village.
Later drive to Muscat, on arrival drop off at Muscat hotel or MCT APT by 1530 PM.
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DAY 5 - WAHIBA / NIZWA [B]
Breakfast at the camp and check our from the Camp, board your 04Wds by 0830 Hrs to exit from Desert. By 0900 Hrs you reach black top road and drive for Nizwa after enroute stop at Al Mudarib an old village near Ibra.
Later arrive at Jabreen and visit. Jabrin is the finest of Oman`s castle built in the late 17th century, which became a seat of Omani learning. This castle has extremely well-planned layouts with room for the wali, the ladies’ room, the kitchen, the majlis etc. Most of the ceilings are decorated with beautiful paintings with Islamic motifs. The view from the top of the castle is mesmerizing...
Later drive to Bahla and Visit the fort
Bahla was known as mystical village and famous for Arabian potteries. Visit the magnificent mud fort from 12th century which is listed as UNESCO world heritage sites. The Bahla fort represents the typical Omani military fortress, and the area was fenced with 12 kms radius of fort walls. After visit of Bahla fort,
Arrive at the old village of Al Hamra and walk through this village. Many of the mud houses found here are dated from 400 years old and some of them are still exist. The old falaj systems are still used for irrigation.
Later drive to hotel and check in to Golden Tulip Nizwa Hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure at hotel.