Discover Cities, Wadis and Desert of Oman

Start an unforgettable road trip by the coast from Muscat to Ras al-Jinz. Leaving early, drive to the natural wonder of Bimmah Sinkhole, a large and deep cave with a natural pool. Legend says that it was formed by the fall of a star. You can swim there or you can relax on the white sands of the beach of Fins. For lunch, have a break in one of the picturesque villages of Wadi Shab. The best way to explore this wadi is with an easy 45 minutes hike. Walk through its hidden caves and enjoy the freshwater of its natural pools. By the end of the day, you'll reach Ras al Jinz and the Turtle Reserve. At night, endangered green turtles find a refuge to come and lay their eggs.

Every year, they lay more than 50.000 eggs on this beach, a show you might be lucky enough to attend.

**Note: The high season for turtle watching is between May and August. Accordingly, this activity is not always available.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Turtle Beach Resort or similar

In the morning, drive for three hours to reach Wadi Bani Khalid, one of Oman’s most famous wadis. You can swim in its large natural pools and relax under the palm trees. Explore the valley for a couple of hours before driving towards a completely different environment, Wahiba Sands. This pristine desert is home to the Bedouins, an Arab nomad tribe. Tonight, you will be their guest in their camp. Upon request, you can ride camels or have fun with other activities in the sands. In the evening, share a traditional barbecue and enjoy the twinkling of stars in the sky.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Nomadic Desert Camp or similar

Start your day after a homemade breakfast in the desert. Ibra, one of Oman’s oldest cities, is just an hour away from the Bedouin camp. Walk into the historical center and explore its traditional market, dating back to when Ibra was an important trading center. Then, hit the road again to enter the Al Dakhiliyah Region. After two hours of driving into the mountains, stop at Birkat Al-Mauz for lunch. This village is nestled on a hill and offers plenty of opportunities for a quiet walk before heading towards Jabreen and visiting its Castle dating back to the 17th-century.

Finally, as the day ends, you can take a rest at Nizwa, where you will be spending the night.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Golden Tulip Hotel or similar

If your journey to Nizwa takes place on a Friday, you can't miss visiting the Cattle Market to see traders and buyers negotiating. While you're there, you can also shop for some local delicacies at Nizwa Souk before climbing up its ancient Fort. Then, leave the city and go deep into the Hajar Mountains. The old town of Al Hamra, with its mudbrick houses, makes a perfect lunch break environment. You may want to go for a walk or head directly towards Misfat Al Abriyeen, another mountain village. Walk and meet its inhabitants to learn more about their lifestyle and after that it will be time to go off-road to explore the impressive Wadi An Nakhr. Finally, reach the pinnacle of your day by driving to the top of Jebel Shams, the highest peak of Oman. The view over there is breathtaking, and to appreciate it fully, you can spend the night in a mountain resort nearby.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Alhamra Horizons Hotel or Similar

Start your day with a to dive into Wadi Bani Awf. This large wadi has mesmerizing landscapes, from lush greenery to mineral cliffs and it can only be discovered with an experienced driver! Stop for a peaceful picnic in the remote village of Bilad Sayt, one of the many towns of the wadi, and walk around to experience the atmosphere of the place before heading back to Muscat. On your way back, stop by Nakhal to relax at its natural hot spring. After that head to the hotel for your last night in Oman.

Meals: Breakfast

Depending on your departure time, enjoy some free time by yourself. Shop handmade souvenirs and have your last Omani coffee with dates! When it’s time to leave, a driver drops you off at Muscat International Airport to catch your flight.

Meal: Breakfast