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The Heart of Oman
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You will visit the main sites of this wonderful country, some of which are listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy the great architecture, culture and the nature of Oman. In fact, you will have a great opportunity to have a combination of classic and adventure tour and enjoy deserts, mountains and beaches as well as the cultural monuments and museums.
Arrival in Muscat
You will be met on arrival at MCT Airport and transferred to the hotel.
Muscat-Misfat Al Abriyeen-Nizwa : 262 km
Today, you depart Muscat for Nizwa. On the way, go for an exploration in Jebel Shams. First, you stroll in Al Hamra Mud Village and visit its traditional irrigation system, registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Bait Al Safah Museum where the staff of the museum are locals who practice the traditions, norms and roles of the Omani. At the end, go for a stroll in Misfat Al Abriyeen Village and admire its incredible mud architecture. Stay overnight in in Nizwa.
Wahiba-Wadi Bani Khalid-Sur : 115 km
Start your day with a drive to Sur. On the way, have a relaxing stop in Wadi Bani Khalid where big pools, boulders and springs refreshes you. In Sur, you will head for Dhow Factory where you can take the opportunity to look into the process of building wooden boat, and Al Ayjah Lighthouse, built by the Portuguese as a defending structure. At the end, you go for a delightful stroll along Turtle Beach in Ras al Hadd. You will stay overnight in Sur.
Transfer to the airport
Transfer to MCT Airport for your flight home.
Muscat
Start your city tour by visiting Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. This fantastic mosque which was built with an inspiration from Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Isfahan, features a large Persian carpet and big chandeliers holding 24 carat gold plating. Then proceed to Royal Opera House, considered as a reflection of the unique contemporary architecture of Oman. Afterwards, stroll in Mutrah Souq, the oldest Bazaar in Oman. Your next exploration is at Bait al Zubair Museum in which the most exceptional collections are displayed by a private entity. At the end, you proceed for a photo stop to the magnificent Al Alam Palace as the formal residence of Omani Kings and Jalali and Mirani Portuguese forts.
Nizwa-Birkat Al Mouz-Wahiba Sands : 180 km
On this day, you go sightseeing in Nizwa, the capital of Oman in the 6th and 7th centuries AD. First, you visit Nizwa Fort featuring a unique large round shape used as a defending structure in the past. Then go for a stroll in Nizwa Souq where Silverware, silver-plated daggers, potteries and jewelry are sold. Next, go on an excursion to Bahla to visit Bahla Fort, the first Omani site listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Jabreen Fort, built in 1670 as an important center of learning for astrology, medicine and Islamic law. Then head for Wahiba Sands. On the way, visit Birkat Al Mouz Village (literally means banana pool) and explore its UNESCO-listed irrigation system and ruins. In Wahiba, also known as the Sharqiya Sands, you enjoy amber-colored sands and towering sand dunes, which give you the opportunity to have an exquisite trekking.
Sur-Wadi Tiwi-Muscat : 222 km
Depart Sur for Muscat. On the way, stop in Qalhat, the ancient city registered in UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit Bibi Maryam Mausoleum. Afterwards, go on an excursion by 4*4 to Wadi Tiwi, known as Wadi of 9 villages, and explore numerous plantations and a stunning pool. Next, you head for Fins Beach. Your next adventure is in Bimmah Sinkhole. This hole which is believed to exist as a result of a meteorite that hit the ground, offers you the opportunity for swimming in the turquoise water. Finally, you pay a visit to Quriyat Castle and enjoy an amazing view from the top of the castle.
