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7-Nights Highlights of Oman - Classic

Oman
7-Nights Highlights of Oman - Classic
Oman
G Adventures
Vacation Offer ID 1532906
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Overview

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Highlights of Oman
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.

Highlights
Time to explore the city highlights of Muscat, visit a turtle sanctuary, watch the sunset from a desert camp, Visit the cattle market in Nizwá, Marvel in the canyon views of Jebel Shams

Accommodation
Hotel (6 nts), desert camp (1 nt).

Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12.

Meals Included
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Muscat city tour. Bimmah Sinkhole and Sur dhow shipyard visit. Ras al-Jinz turtle sanctuary night walk (seasonal). Wahiba Sands desert camp. Nizwá cattle market. Mud houses of Misfat al Abyreen walk.

Featured Destinations

Jabal Akhdar
Ras al Jinz
Wahiba Sands

Wahiba Sands

These rolling desert sand dunes cover a large part of eastern Oman. The scenery is starkly beautiful: clear blue sky and rust-colored sands are all you can see for miles/kilometers. The only inhabitants in the area are roving Bedouins, who have traded in their camels for four-wheel-drives, which are the best options for exploring the area. Camping in Wahibah Sands is a popular tourist adventure. 85 mi/135 km south of Masqat.
Destination Guide
Nizwa

Nizwa

Nizwa, the capital of Oman during the 6th and 7th century is one of Oman’s largest cities that converted to Islam centering trade, religion, education, and art, a clear foundation for Islamic learning. In the 17th century a grand fort was built by Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya’ribi however during the 1950’s that same large tower was destroyed. The city’s developing infrastructures throughout history advances Nizwa as a modern city. Nizwa’s economy famously known for producing straw mats, has also been exposing middle-eastern agricultural products and handicrafts for centuries; but with the discovery of oil in the 1970's, the city now has thriving metalwork industries.

Travelers visiting Nizwa can explore the remains of the Nizwa Fort; tour the Falaj Daris operating since 500 CE, gravity fed irrigation system listed as a UNESCO World Hertiage site; admire the beautiful Islamic mosques, and visit the local Nizwa Souq and Goat Souq markets.
Destination Guide
Muscat

Muscat

Surrounded by striking mountains on one side and soft sandy shores along its coasts, Muscat is an ancient town, characterized by a unique civilization reflecting Arabian and Islamic influences. It maintains a medieval appearance with two ancient Portuguese forts guarding the rocky cove around which the town is built. In the heart of the old, walled-in city is the magnificent Sultan’s Palace and various ancient buildings, distinctive with Eastern Arabian style, Arabesque gates and beautiful engravings. The Muttrah Souq (bazaar) is without a doubt the most interesting souq in the Arab Gulf States - with a vast array of Arabian antiques, bright textiles and exquisite gold and silver jewelry. Muscat is indeed a treasure chest of places to see, where history comes alive and age-old secrets are revealed in a taste of timelessness. Muscat boasts fine museums. Distinctive with its clean silver sands, Qantab Beach is surrounded by mountains which prevent exposure to strong winds. Muscat is a photographer’s delight.
Destination Guide

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October 2024
10/27/2024 11/03/2024 $2,999 per person
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11/10/2024 11/17/2024 $3,249 per person
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10/04/2026 10/11/2026 $3,349 per person
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11/22/2026 11/29/2026 $3,349 per person
11/29/2026 12/06/2026 $3,349 per person
December 2026
12/06/2026 12/13/2026 $2,999 per person
12/13/2026 12/20/2026 $2,999 per person
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