Opulent Oman Adventure

Day 1 Depart The UK

Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Salalah.

Day 2 - 5 Southern Salalah

Arrive in Salalah and check in to the Anantara Al Baleed Resort. Set on a lovely private beach, this is a great spot in which to begin your holiday. The surrounding area has gorgeous scenery, culture and adventure with plenty to occupy you if you feel like being active. 

In Salalah, your guide will take you on a walk through the glistening mosque and the old souq and then explore the exceptional coastline. The ‘zig-zag’ road has some epic views where the Indian Ocean skirts around the shores and frankincense trees lie scattered around the dry countryside. In the Jebel Qara mountains you can take in birdlife, natural limestone formations, pretty villages and picturesque Wadis with green and blue hues of water surrounded by lush vegetation. 

An absolute must during your stay is a 4x4 drive into the magical dunes of The Empty Quarter - the largest sand desert in the world. Explore the fascinating UNESCO site of The Lost City of Ubar - the fabled “Atlantis of The Sands” discovered in 1992 by a team of explorers including Ranulph Fiennes.  Enjoy a picnic lunch in the dunes and take a moment to absorb the awesome landscape. If you like, an overnight wild camping experience can also be arranged in the desert.

Day 6 & 7 The Beautiful Jabal Akhdar Mountains 

Depart Salalah for the one-hour flight to Muscat. Your guide will be waiting for you on arrival to the transfer you to your next destination. Pass by quintessential date palm groves as you ascend into the beautiful Jabal Al Akhdar mountains. Stop to visit places that interest you along the way, maybe Jabreen Castle which stands alone in the empty plains that contrast with the impressive mountains that surround them. 

Arrive at your hotel where the climate is a little fresher than in Salalah and the backdrop is quite different. Yet, with unique stone-clad architecture and a lovely pool looking out into the abyss, this is an equally memorable place to stay. 

You’ll feel enveloped by the killer views without even leaving the resort, but if you’d like to get out and explore, then hikes and adventures with your guide can be arranged. Spring is particularly picturesque and scented as it’s the season for roses, but you’ll enjoy exploring abandoned villages and terraced orchards against a vast expanse of mountain scenery at any time of year.

Days 8-10 Explore Muscat, The Capital

Leaving the mountains, descend in your 4x4 vehicle towards the picturesque town of Nizwa which simply brims with history and traditional architecture. Visit the souq, one of the oldest in Oman, and explore the restored Nizwa Fort. Then continue on to Muscat to check into your luxury beach hotel. 

You’ll surely want time to spend some time around the hotel; the spa and restaurants are excellent and the pool - one of the longest in Asia - is just waiting to be enjoyed. During your time in the capital, there is time to both indulge in your accommodation and explore the different aspects of the city. Muscat stretches 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 fascinating blend of modernity and tradition.

Day 11-13  Relax at Six Senses Zighy Bay

Zighy Bay is in the northernmost part of Oman, a small enclave separated from the rest of the country by the United Arab Emirates. Take a one-hour flight to Dubai* where you’ll be met on arrival for the road transfer to the Six Senses property. 

If you like an adrenalin thrill, you can cut the road journey short and parasail down the mountains directly into the hotel. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make a very special entrance!

Spend your time at Zighy Bay relaxing and enjoying your pool villa, the beautiful beach and the unforgettable dining.

*Please note that it is also possible to fly from Muscat to Khasab (both in Oman) rather than go via Dubai, but in practice, the Dubai route is most straightforward.

Day 14 Fly Home 

You’ll be transferred back to Dubai today for your flight back to the UK.

As with all our holidays, this itinerary is just a starting point. We can tailor it completely to suit your budget, pace and style. Get in touch to find out how this suggested itinerary could inspire your trip.