Authentic, welcoming and quietly spectacular, Oman is Arabia at its most genuine. So you find ancient forts, mountain villages and dunes that glow gold at dusk, all without the glitz of its neighbours. The roads are superb and the hospitality legendary. We have explored every corner, so we know the wadis worth the detour. Every one of our tailor-made holidays is shaped around you. As a result, Oman makes a brilliantly easy adventure.
Oman offers extraordinary variety in one calm country. So beaches, mountains, deserts and fjords sit within easy reach of each other. Meanwhile, the culture remains proudly intact and open-hearted. Winter sunshine is all but guaranteed. As a result, it suits families, couples and adventurers alike.
Most journeys begin in Muscat, strung gracefully along the coast. So a private tour of the city takes in the Grand Mosque and the lantern-lit Muttrah souq. The opera house and corniche add unexpected polish. You might stay at the serene Chedi Muscat or the grand Al Bustan Palace. As a result, the capital eases you gently into Arabia.
Inland, the Hajar range rises sheer and dramatic. So you walk the famous Balcony Walk above Oman’s Grand Canyon on Jebel Shams. On the cooler Jabal Akhdar, the lovely Four Village Walk threads orchards and abandoned hamlets. You might stay at the cliff-edge Alila Jabal Akhdar or panoramic The View. Meanwhile, Nizwa’sFriday goat market remains gloriously authentic.
Then come the dunes. So you ride a camel at sunset and sleep under brilliant stars in Wahiba Sands. The seas of sand at Wahiba shift colour by the hour. Camps like Desert Nights and 1000 Nights add comfort to the wilderness. On the way back, emerald pools at Wadi Shab and Wadi Bani Khalid beg a swim.
To the north, mountains plunge straight into the sea. So you cruise the Musandam inlets by traditional dhow, dolphins riding the bow wave. The fjords of the Musandam Peninsula have earned the nickname ‘Norway of Arabia’. You might hide away at Six Senses Zighy Bay, one of the region’s great beach resorts. As a result, Oman ends beautifully by the water.
Far to the south lies a different Oman. So Salalah turns green each summer under the khareef monsoon. The Frankincense Trail traces the trade that once perfumed empires; the coast around Salalah hides blowholes and white-sand bays. Beyond, the Empty Quarter waits for the adventurous, as our Salalah and Empty Quarter adventure shows. You might stay at the beachfront Anantara Al Baleed.
There is a journey here for every traveller. So Classic Oman and the Grand Tour gather the country’s highlights. Independent spirits love our Self-Drive Tour, while walkers choose the Walking Holiday. Families and slow travellers, meanwhile, have the Family Holiday and Slow Oman. For the finest hotels throughout, try our Luxury Tour of Oman.
Generally, October to April brings perfect warm, dry days. By contrast, high summer is fierce, except in the monsoon-green south. The mountains, meanwhile, stay pleasantly cool year-round. So we tailor the route to the season. Either way, we advise on the ideal window for your dates.
Start with our guide to our Oman holidays for the full picture. So you can see how the coast, mountains and desert fit together. When you are ready, simply get in touch with our specialists. We will then craft a private itinerary around your interests. As ever, every detail is arranged for you.
Between the headline sights, Oman keeps delighting. So the Muscat-to-Sur coast road strings beaches and fishing villages like beads. Pods of spinner dolphins escort boats on a morning dolphin watch. Meanwhile, a picnic at Wadi Al Arbeieen cools the hottest day. As a result, even the drives become highlights.
The country’s greatest treasure is its people. So dinner with a local family turns a holiday into a friendship. Coffee, dates and conversation flow wherever you stop. Meanwhile, your driver-guide opens doors no guidebook lists. In short, the welcome stays with you longest.
Everything we arrange in Oman is private and hand-built. So you travel with a hand-picked driver-guide, or self-drive with our route notes and backup. We know the camps, the cliff lodges and the quietest wadis. Meanwhile, our partners in Muscat are on call throughout. As a result, Arabia feels effortless from first day to last.
In the end, Oman wins hearts quietly. So the kindness, the silence of the dunes and the mountain air linger long after. Many of our travellers return within a couple of winters. Meanwhile, the green south waits for a second visit. As a result, one trip is rarely enough.
Very. The roads are excellent and distances manageable. So both guided and self-drive trips work beautifully.
Wonderful. Dunes, wadis, forts and dolphins keep children enthralled. So our family itinerary is a firm favourite.
Entirely. Every itinerary is private and shaped around you. Simply share your dates and interests, and we will craft the rest.
Nepal and Oman is a perfect honeymoon combination, blending an colourful dash of culture, adventure and beach. Head in the mountains of Nepal before kicking back on the beaches of the Arabian Sea.
Our Classic Oman tour is a privately chauffeured journey through Oman and showcases the country’s wonderful highlights. Explore Oman’s beautiful beaches, rugged mountain landscapes, pretty villages, palm-fringed wadis, and the sheer beauty of the Arabian desert.
What is a better way to experience Oman than to take your time, explore at a gentler pace and let this magical destination unfold slowly? This journey generally has you in each destination for three days rather than one or two, allowing for lazy afternoons with a good book beside the pool, or a potter through a local village before sitting down to a long lunch.
Oman is one of the best trekking destinations in the Middle East, and there are a host of superb walks and hikes to be found.
You may be one of those guests who love your sense of independent adventure, and a self-drive holiday in Oman might be the perfect solution.
There is so much that will excite your children on a family holiday to Oman. Tales of Arabian nights, of vast golden deserts, bustling souqs, dramatic mountain scenery, turtle watching, and ending with some well-deserved beach time.
This Grand Tour of Oman gives you a comprehensive tour of all what Oman has to offer, with the opportunity to extend your time in the Northern region of Musandam, turning it from a two-week trip to a three-week trip.
This luxury tour of Oman uses the most fabulous hotels and private camps to ensure the overall experience is breathtakingly wonderful in every respect.
Salalah is located in southern Oman in the dramatically beautiful region of Dhofar. The area is synonymous with the frankincense trade, and you will uncover a land of incense-infused souqs, white-powder beaches, whitewashed forts and dramatic mountain scenery.
Rajasthan is unquestionably one of the most romantic places on earth, with amazing hotels to match. See the forts and palaces, tigers, the Taj Mahal and kick-back on the beach in Oman to end.
Bhutan is an adventure playground that children adore. So they can trek remote villages, raft Himalayan rivers and meet monks their own age. They can also make prayer flags and even create their own stamps. Helpfully, for children under 12 the government waives most visa royalty fees. Travelling as a family, you are classed as …
Salalah is located in southern Oman, and is the capital of the Dhofar region, known as the land of Frankincense.The area has some superb beaches and are generally better than those in Muscat. A day-trip into the Empty Quarter is certainly worthwhile, and you can also opt for a one or two-night camping experience to truly fell like you are getting off-the-beaten track.
Musandam is in the northern peninsula of Oman, separated from the rest of the country by the United Arab Emirates, making Dubai its closest international airport. The peninsula juts out into the straights of Persian Gulf, and is known for its dramatic fjord-like sunken valleys, and high rugged mountains.
When you think of the Arabia, you think of the vast deserts, of camel rides and the setting sun over impossibly perfect sand dunes. That place is indeed Wahiba Sands. Wahiba Sands is located to the south of Muscat, and you can spend the day driving down there, stopping at lush oasis-like wadis.
Nizwa is the regional capital of this area, and is known for its excellent Friday livestock market, and impressive fort. Jebel Shams is the highest mountain in Oman at 3,005m and is the site of the spectacular Wadi Nakhr, popularly known as the ‘Grand Canyon of Oman.’
The Jabal Akhdar (Green Mountain) is a spectacular mountain range in Oman, comprising craggy peaks juxtaposed against lush-green irrigated fields, ancient villages and deep gorges. The Jebal Akhdar is located in the hills above Nizwa, famous for its Friday livestock market, and impressive forts.
Muscat is the capital of Oman, and is one of the most attractive cities in the Middle East. The city is known for its excellent beaches, superb hotels, and as a base from which to set out on a tour of Oman. Temperatures are pleasant, offering a perfect winter-sun escape. Overlooking the Gulf of Oman, …
Most importantly, our luxury Oman holidays are fully customisable and conducted privately. For example, you can arrive and depart on any day you choose, with your own driver-guide, or self-drive with our support. We can arrange international flights, or you can book these directly or with air-miles.
We always start with a blank sheet of paper when designing your holiday. Above all, the best way to begin is by calling us for a quick conversation about how we can make your trip to Oman exceptionally special. For instance, tell us whether the mountains, the dunes, the fjords of Musandam or the green south appeal most. As a result, we can craft an itinerary that fits entirely around you.
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Firstly, January in Oman is a great time to catch some winter sun. Daytime temperatures are in their 20s. However, you can expect a few rain showers, but these should be short and sharp. Furthermore, it might be colder in the mountains, especially at higher altitudes. For example, this might mean that it will be too cold to enjoy the outdoor pools at some of the hotels in the Jabal Akhdar.
February is when the temperatures get a little warmer. Daytime temperatures in Muscat are rising to 25°C, and about 18°C in the mountains. In addition, you might see a shower or two, but it should wash over quickly. As a result, it is a perfect month for an Oman holiday.
Above all, March is one of the best months to visit Oman. Most importantly, you can expect lovely day time temperatures. The roses are in bloom in the Jebal Ackdar mountains, and the temperatures have risen to 22°C, so as a result, it is ideal for walking. Down on the coast, the temperatures get to 29°C, therefore it is perfect for sunbathing and relaxing.
Firstly, April is getting hotter. However, it is certainly not oppressively so, with Muscat being about 33°C in the heat of the day. The temperatures in the mountains rise to 26°C. Therefore, it is starting to get hotter and meaning it is advised to trek in the early morning and late afternoon trekking conditions. Wahiba Sands is also hotter, meaning air-conditioned tents are preferred.
May is starting to get hot. Firstly, daytime temperatures in Muscat are rising to about 37°C. However, you could consider a longer stay at one of the hotels in the mountains. Here, daytime temperatures remain at 30°C and they have lovely outdoor pools and amazing views. Most importantly, you definitely need air-conditioned tents in the desert.
Above all, June is hot. We only really suggest time in the mountains where daytime temperatures get to 33°C. In Muscat, temperatures could reach 40°C or more, so in other words, sunbathing is not really possible.
July is still too hot. We only really suggest time in the mountains where daytime temperatures get to 31°C. In Muscat, temperatures could reach 38°C or more, so sunbathing, for example, is not really possible.
August has slightly cooler temperatures in the mountains. You can expect about 30°C in the day, but it's still very hot down in Muscat, but not so oppressive, being about 35°C in the day.
September is changeover month. Prices are much lower than the peak periods. Temperatures are still in their mid-30s in Muscat, but in the mountains these dip below 30°C in the day. As a result, this makes early morning and late afternoon walks definitely possible.
October is a perfect month to for Oman holidays. You can expect lovely daytime temperatures in Muscat, the mountains and in the desert.
November is possibly the busiest months for travel to Oman. However, there are perfect temperatures and very little chance of rain. In other words, you need to consider booking early to ensure you get the hotels you want.
Firstly, December is the coolest month to visit Oman. Daytime temperatures in Muscat in the 20s, and it’s very cold at night in the mountains (although not close to freezing). Christmas and New Year holidays in Oman are popular, and, most importantly, it is advisable to book early.
Oman has a pleasant climate, and holidays here are perfect from October through to April. So warm, dry days suit the coast, mountains and desert alike. Travel in September and May is possible if you don’t mind the heat. As a result, Oman is a superb winter-sun escape.
The absolute finest months are March and April, and October and November. So temperatures sit comfortably for sightseeing, swimming and walking. Meanwhile, the light is glorious for the dunes at dusk. We book these months early for good reason.
It can get a little chilly on the hills in December and January, but it is ideal for walking. So pack a layer for the Jabal Akhdar evenings. On the beach, December stays pleasant, with daytime temperatures in the 20s. However, brief, sharp showers can appear in January and February.
The summer months are very hot across most of Oman. Salalah is the exception: the south-west monsoon, the khareef, brings refreshing rain showers and turns the south green. So the far south becomes the summer destination. As a result, Oman offers somewhere special in every season.
We arrange totally bespoke trips and design an itinerary that is designed around you. You may have seen a suggested itinerary that we can base your plans around, or we can start with a blank sheet and paper and design something from scratch. You can leave a phone number and suggest a time to call you back, and we can also arrange to do this during the evenings or at weekends if you are busy during the daytime. We can also meet up with you in you fancy a coffee and are based in and around London.