Compare Highlights of Oman by G Adventures vs Discover Salalah tour by Audley Travel
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| Duration | 8 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 2,999 | $ 4,921 |
| Price Per Day | $ 375 | $ 615 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner | N/A |
| Description |
Oman remains one of the last great undiscovered parts of the Middle East. Here, ancient heritage melds beautifully with modern living. Overnight in the dramatic Wahiba Sands desert after visiting the Ras al Jinz Turtle Reserve to observe the endangered species’ nesting process. Still looking for something off the beaten path? Visit Wadi Nakhr, also known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, to get even deeper into Oman’s ethereal beauty — natural and otherwise. |
Spend a night camping under the stars in the Empty Quarter desert. Go snorkeling in the Indian Ocean. Explore the beautiful coastline surrounding Salalah with your private driver. |
Day 1 Muscat
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Muscat
Explore some of the highlights of the city including the Grand Mosque, the Bait Al Zubair Museum, and the historic souk in Muttrah, before heading to Old Muscat and view the 16th century Al-Mirani and Al-Jelani forts from outside.
Modesty is mandatory for everyone when visiting the Grand Mosque. Men must wear long pants and shirts must cover shoulders (if you have tattoos, they must be fully covered by your clothing). Women must be fully covered including heads, full arms and full legs. We recommend not wearing jewelry unless it is fully covered by your clothing. Proper Omani outfits for men and women can be rented should you wish, and our CEO will be happy to answer any questions or assist in preparing the correct outfits to visit the mosque.
Day 3 Muscat/Ras al-Jinz
Leave Muscat behind and drive along the coast towards the picturesque Bimmah Sinkhole. Continue to Sur, renowned in the past for its dhow shipyards, before reaching Ras al-Jinz on the coast. After an early dinner, visit the turtle sanctuary, where green turtles come from thousands of kilometres away to lay eggs at night.
Day 4 Ras al-Jinz/Wahiba Sands
Drive towards Wādī Banī Khālid, a rocky oasis nestled in the East Hajar mountains filled with natural pools. Later, begin your desert adventure through the dunes towards the desert camp, just in time for a sunset, then enjoy a traditional dinner.
At Wahabi Sands we will stay at a desert lodge with restaurant and cafe. We will overnight in comfortable tents with beds and private bathrooms, there is no A/C in the tents.
Day 5 Wahiba Sands/Nizwá
Leaving the desert behind, we head towards Ibra and visit the impressive Jabrin castle. Continue towards Nizwá, stopping at the historic fortress of Bahla along the way.
Day 6 Nizwá
Wake early to take part in the Nizwá cattle market. Watch locals buy and trade the best livestock, from goats to cattle directly from the herders. Continue to the town of Al Hamra and visit the renowned stone houses of Misfat Al Abriyeen and learn about the Falaj network, Oman's ancient water supply system. Return to Nizwa via Jebel Shams and take in view of Wadi Nakhr known as the Grand Canyon of Oman.
Day 7 Nizwá/Muscat
Drive through Wadi Bani Awf and take in the beauty of the steep mountain cliffs before reaching the end point ("Snake Point") of the gorge. Continue to Muscat for the evening.
Day 8 Muscat
Depart at any time.
Day 1 : Salalah
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Salalah. Arrive into Salalah airport today, where you'll collect your hire car and drive to your hotel.
Day 2 : Salalah
Begin your exploration of the area by heading west of Salalah, to visit Job's Tomb and Mughsail Beach.
Day 3 : Salalah
Drive out east today, to explore Taqah, Samhuran, Mirbat and Dhofar. Once you're back at your hotel later in the afternoon your hire car will be collected from you.
Day 4 : Salalah
Embark on a trekking excursion in the Jebel Samhan mountains today with your private guide and driver.
Day 5 : Salalah
This is your second day in the Empty Quarter exploring with your expert desert team. In the afternoon you'll return to Salalah.
Day 6 : Salalah
Today you'll be driven to nearby Mirbat Beach to embark on a shared snorkelling excursion in the beautiful waters of the Indian Ocean.
Day 7 : Salalah
You have a full day at leisure today to relax at your hotel and enjoy the facilities.
Day 8 : International return flight
You'll be transferred back to Salalah airport today, ready for your return flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
