Classic Oman

Day 1 Depart the UK

Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Muscat

Day 2 – 5 Muscat

Arrive in Muscat and meet your local guide.

During your stay, explore the different aspects of this capital city stretched out along the coast, from well-known sights such as the impressive Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque - a marvellous feat of modern Islamic architecture - to the souqs and seaside promenade of Mutrah. Your guide is your key to discovering the tastiest food, experiencing the warm hospitality of the locals over Arabic coffee and dates and learning about the area’s enduring blend of modernity and tradition.

Embark on a morning boat ride from Muscat's Marina Bandar Al Rowdha to spot dolphins frolicking around Oman's shores. Enjoy the stunning views of the Muscat peninsula before heading to Bandar Khayran for swimming and snorkelling. Relax on the beach with a picnic lunch and refreshing dips in the water.

Day 6-9  NIZWA & JEBAL AKHDAR

 Join your guide to begin your journey into the beautiful Jebel Al Akhdar mountains. Spend a full day relaxing here, enjoying the otherworldly scenery and hotel facilities.

 Spend a day exploring Nizwa - the old capital is brimming with history, culture, traditional buildings and industries. Dive into the busy souq, one of the oldest marketplaces in Oman and visit the fort, an impressive 17th-century architectural beauty.

There is the option to explore Wadi Bani Awf, a spectacular gorge that spans 26km. It weaves through several villages and offers plenty of beautiful sights. These include Snake Canyon where, if you’re up for a challenge, you can hike through pools, down steep slopes and over large boulders. And then there’s also the Saiq Plateau where you can take in the vast expanse of mountain scenery as you stand around 2,000 metres above sea level. It’s a truly spectacular spot.

DAY 10 FLY HOME

Your driver-guide will meet you this morning for the transfer back down the mountain to Muscat Airport. Board your direct flight back to the UK.