Experience the ultimate 7-day journey through Oman’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage, beginning with a royal welcome in Muscat. Traverse dramatic mountain roads to the heights of Jabal Shams, explore ancient forts and traditional markets in Barka, Nakhal, and Bahla, and discover the charm of Nizwa’s souqs and castles. Venture into the golden dunes of Wahiba Sands, connect with Bedouin culture, and enjoy the coastal beauty of Sur with visits to Wadi Bani Khalid, Wadi Tiwi, and the Bimah Sinkhole. This unforgettable tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty—an authentic taste of Oman.
Duration: 5 Days & 4 Nights
Start the tour From Muscat, we proceed to the northern area
through the magical mountains up to Barka city. Visit the traditional market and Barka Fort. Move to Nakhal and Visit Nakhal Fort. Drive off-road until we reach Wadi Bani Awf, a beautiful Wadi with plenty of spots for great pictures. Thereafter, visit the village of Bilad Sayt, a mountain village set up from stunning view point.
Head off to Wadi Ghul, a spectacularly deep canyon in the mountain range out of which rises Jabel Shams, the highest point in Oman at over 3,000m. Jabel Shams, the mountain of the Sun, is home to weavers of heavy wolen rugs in distinctive red, black and brown geometric designs. Along with the steep and windy road leading to the top of the mountain like Masfat Al Abreen.
Overnight stay at Jabal Shams
After breakfast, drive on further to reach Bahla, the ancient, walled town famous for its pottery and a Fort which is a UNESCO world heritage site. You can then visit Jabrin which has possibly the finest castle built in Oman-that was once also used as a University. Oman, and visit Nizwa Fort and Souq, Nizwa is definitely a place to be explored. Points of interest are its majestic forts and the silver Souq which is famous for silver souvenirs. Visit Barkat Al Mawz for the odd irrigation system and return to Nizwa.
Overnight stay at Nizwa
After breakfast, proceed to the Wahiba Sands. En-route visit, Ibra village and have an experience of their lifestyle and thereafter visit the Bedouin family living in the Desert.
Overnight at Wahiba
After breakfast, proceed to Sur through Wahiba Sand. En-route visit Wadi Bani Khalid the ancient port and seafaring town which once played a major part in the trade between Oman, East Africa and India. It started its trading activities with the African cost as early the 6th century. A walk through its labyrinth of streets reveals many fine old houses with carved doors and arabesque windows and fishing Dhows in the Harbor.
Overnight stay at Sur.
After breakfast return to Muscat through the coastal road. En route visit, Wadi Tiwi and Bimah Sinkhole and stop at the white beach on the turquoise water of the Gulf of Oman.
Over Night at Muscat
Breakfast
Transfer to airport