Our Classic Oman tour is a privately chauffeured journey through the country’s finest highlights. So you explore beaches, rugged mountains, pretty villages, palm-fringed wadis and the Arabian desert. The pace is gentle, with time to savour each place. You have your own driver-guide throughout. As ever, the whole trip is private and tailored to you, taking a relaxed, slow-travel approach.
Begin in Muscat at one of its superb beach hotels. So your second day explores both old and new Muscat with a guide. You see the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and the alleys of Muttrah souq. The gentle charm of Muscat sets the tone. You stay at the Al Bustan Palace or the W Muscat.
Next, your driver-guide heads south, pausing at the lovely Wadi Al Arbeieen. So you arrive at your desert camp in Wahiba Sands, now also known as Sharqiya Sands. On the approach, head off-road for a 4×4 dune ride. That evening, set off on a camel safari as the sun sets. The dunes of Wahiba are pure romance. You stay at Desert Nights Camp.
Then turn north, visiting Ibra with its superb souk. So you continue to the spectacular 17th-century fort at Jabrin. For fort enthusiasts, nearby Bahla is well worth adding. Next comes picture-perfect Birkat Al Mouz, before the serpentine road up to the Jabal Akhdar. The heights of Jabal Akhdar are gloriously cool.
The next day, set out on the lovely Four Village Walk, then explore Wadi Bani Habib. So you wander abandoned villages above terraced fields. Another morning heads to Nizwa, ideally on a Friday for the livestock market. The bustling souq of Nizwa is a highlight. You return to Muscat via the off-road Wadi Bani Awf.
Finally, enjoy a couple of relaxed days back in Muscat. So you might head out dolphin watching in the morning. Equally, take a day trip to the Daymaniyat Islands to snorkel. Otherwise, simply unwind by the pool. You stay at the Chedi Muscat or the W Muscat.
Naturally, the hotels are lovely throughout. First, the Al Bustan Palace in Muscat. Then Desert Nights Camp in the dunes. Next, the Alila Jabal Akhdar in the mountains. Finally, the Chedi Muscat to finish.
Above all, this suits first-time visitors to Oman. For example, it gathers the highlights in one gentle loop. Equally, it rewards anyone who loves variety. Couples and families enjoy it alike.
Generally, October to April is ideal across Oman. By contrast, high summer is extremely hot. The mountains, meanwhile, stay cooler than the plains. So we tailor the timing to your plans. Either way, we advise on the ideal window for your dates.
The variety is the whole appeal. First come the beaches of Muscat. Then the silence of the desert. Soon after, forts and mountain villages. Finally, the bustle of Nizwa’s souq. So no two days feel the same.
Despite covering the highlights, the trip never rushes. So you settle into each place properly. Meanwhile, the comforts stay high throughout. As a result, you return refreshed rather than worn out.
In the end, this route shows Oman at its best. So you blend coast, desert and mountains seamlessly. Meanwhile, the driver-guide makes it all flow. As a result, it is our most popular Oman tour.
As ever, this is only a starting point. So we shape the pace, hotels and experiences to suit. In the end, the trip is entirely your own.
The real magic lies in the details. So we weave in moments beyond the sights. For example, a camel safari at sunset, or a Friday souq. Equally, dolphin watching off Muscat. As a result, the trip feels personal rather than packaged.
The R&R in Muscat is the perfect close. So you unwind after the desert and mountains. Meanwhile, the beach and pool beckon. As a result, the trip ends in calm.
Throughout, Omani warmth shines through. So a roadside coffee or a souq chat becomes a memory. Meanwhile, your guide opens doors a visitor rarely finds. As a result, the country feels genuinely welcoming.
For all it covers, the trip feels easy. So the same driver-guide carries you throughout. Meanwhile, the days stay relaxed. As a result, you simply enjoy Oman.
In the end, Classic Oman lingers in the memory. So the forts, dunes and mountains all leave their mark. Meanwhile, the gentle pace makes it a true holiday. As a result, many guests return for more.
It works beautifully over about a week. Of course, it can be extended. We will shape the length to suit you.
Only gentle walks, such as the Four Village Walk. Otherwise, the days are relaxed. So most fitness levels are fine.
Generally, October to April is most comfortable. We will advise on timing for your dates.
Entirely. The pace, hotels and experiences are all shaped around you. Simply share your dates and interests, and we will craft the rest.
| £2895P.P | - | £4235P.P |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | Gold |
| Days | Location | Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1-2 | Muscat | W Muscat Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel |
| Day 3 | Wahiba Sands | 1000 Nights Camp Desert Nights Camp |
| Day 4-5 | Jabal Akhdar | The Sahab Resort & Spa Alila Jabal Akhdar |
| Day 6-8 | Muscat | W Muscat The Chedi Muscat |
| Day 9 | Fly home |
On arrival in Muscat, you are escorted to your hotel. We can arrange a quotation for flights from the UK.
Discover Muscat’s blend of ancient and modern. Explore the grand Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, then wander the covered alleys of Muttrah souq.
Set off for the desert, stopping at the beautiful Wadi Arbaeen, a picturesque river valley. On the approach to camp, head off-road for a 4×4 dune ride, then a camel safari at sunset.
Turn north and visit Ibra, with its superb souk, then the spectacular 17th-century fort at Jabrin (with optional Bahla nearby). Continue via Birkat Al Mouz and up to the Jabal Akhdar.
Set out on the wonderful Four Village Walk, then explore Wadi Bani Habib, wandering abandoned villages above terraced fields.
Rise early and head to Nizwa, ideal on a Friday for the livestock market and bustling souq, then return to Muscat via the off-road Wadi Bani Awf.
Spend your days at leisure. You might head out dolphin watching, or take a day-trip to the Daymaniyat Islands to snorkel.
Take a private transfer to the airport for your flight home.
We can tweak and change any element of this itinerary and you can depart on any day you want, add nights here and there, and we can fully customise your day-to-day experiences depending on your interests. Here are just a few ideas of many that we can look at and discuss when we come to plan your tailor-made itinerary.
Our 'Classic Oman' suggested itinerary can be tweaked in any way, and you can add a night in the Jabal Shams. This allows you to walk around Oman's Grand Canyon, and also you are closer to see the villages of Al Hamra and Misfat.
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