Oman,The Land of Wonders

Pick up from the hotel and first stop will be "Al Hamra" for a panoramic visit the oldest villages in Oman with clay houses dating back up To 400 years.The we'll continue to "Misfat Al Abriyeen", set in a stunning landscape above terraced plantations of date palms where we will have a nice & slow walk. This is a rare sight in Oman as most palms are grown on the plains. The ancient houses and ruined watchtower perched on the mountain complete perfectly the scene. After enjoying lunch our experience we'll continues through the untamed and rugged countryside. Till we proceed to the top of "Jabal Shams", (the mountain of sun), Oman's highest peak At 3009 m. The cool temperatures will surprise as we reach the top to get a spectacular view of the "Grand Canyon".Free time to walk & take pictures to this amazing place before we go to the hotel.

(night 02 in “Jabal Shams”).

After breakfast ,descent again from the mountain to visit the historical city of "Bahla", one of the smallest and oldest cities of Oman, which was in the 12th century the capital of the tribes that lived in that region. A panoramic tour of the city with a visit of its very famous and magnificent fortress, the oldest ever of all Oman with more than 3000 years old . "Bahla" is also famous for its traditional hand made pottery production.Possibility of visiting a potter if it is open .After that we will continue to "Jabreen Castle", one of the most beautiful old castle in the whole country.This well preserved castle was designed by the "Imam Bin Seif" the governor of that region himsefl and constructed in the late 17th century located in the suburbs "Bahla" in the "Al Dakhiliyah".

After the visit, we will proceed to "Nizwa" the cultural capital of Oman.

(night 03 in "Nizwa").

After breakfast in the morning ,our first visit will be the spectacular  "Souq" of "Nizwa" the traditional market ,this lively place  of the town where we can discover how locals do their shopping according to auction from live animals to fruits & vegetables..etc .It is also the ideal location to purchase handicrafts and souvenirs.After enjoying the experience ,our nexte visit will be "Nizwa Fort" With its massive circular cannon tower, one of the most impressive forts of Oman.

Later we will continue through the amazing "Wahiba Sands Desert", assisting the dunes driving skills with an adrenaline sensation fueled by a dune bashing with 4wd vehicules during our safari Across the 150 metres high ones with a spectacular view of the sunset and over the immense Sahara.

(night 04 in desert camp).

After breakfast in the morning in the desert camp. The first stop will be "Wadi Bani Khalid", one of Oman's most beautiful "wadis" (river/canyon). The "Wadi" has a clear blue water and counts among the few wadis of Oman that holds water all along the year. From the mountain springs, the water is led to the oasis where it sustains the typical date palms.Time to walk and swim into the fresh and crystalline water of the natural pools.

Once finished, we will be driven to the coastal city of "Sur" wich is one of the oldest cities of Oman that has played a prominent role in building maritime trade across the gulf of Oman, Arabian Sea And Indian Ocean, forming business and cultural links between the "Arabian Peninsula" and the rest of the world.A panoramic visit of the city before we stop at the traditional "Dhow" building factory, where they still using the traditional way to build that original arabian boats known as the most robust one in all the gulf region.

(night 05 in "Sur").

Pick up from the hotel and departure from "Sur" to travel South towards the "Quriyat" Region. Our first stop will Be "Wadi Tiwi", a spectacularly deep and narrow gorge carved out of the mountains, running between towering cliffs right down to the sea. It's less unspoiled than "Wadi Shab" surrounded by lush plantations of dates and bananas,criss-crossed with a network of gurgling "aflaj". (ancient irrigation system).

After that we will proceed to "Wadi Shab" a valley between cliffs.Upon arrival At the Wadi Shab we will be Transfered by a small fishing boat to across the Wadi. Then we Will Have A Hiking For almost 40-45 Minutes to reach the natural pools of the wadi for Swimming and refreshing. Then we will return back to continue to "Fins Beach" one of the beautiful & virgin coastal site in Oman. Our Guide will find a comfortable place where he can set up a camping tent and will prepare a food for the overnight stay.

(night 06 on "Fins ").

After breakfast we will go to the mountainous landscape arriving at the dramatic "Bimmah Sinkhole".This famous & amazing turquoise water-filled depression that seems like an extraordinary crater engraved in the limestone.Free time to swim and take Photos.

Then we will proceed to "Wadi Arbiyeen" a very attractive canyon located in the "Sharqiyah" region.We will enjoy taking a dip in fresh abundant water pools and experience the serenity of walking through the wadi. After that, we will take our way to "Muscat" for overnight stay a t the hotel.

(night 07 in "Muscat").

Pick Up from The hotel and transfer to the airport for departure.

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