Muscat & Salalah Holiday

Day-by-day itinerary

1. Day 1

   Arrival in Muscat & Evening City Tour

   Arrive at Muscat International Airport, where our representative will welcome you and assist with your transfer. Begin your Oman holiday with a half-day Muscat city tour covering the magnificent Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (subject to opening hours), the Royal Opera House, Al Alam Palace, Al Mirani & Al Jalali Forts (photo stop), Muttrah Corniche, and the bustling Muttrah Souq. After the tour, check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Muscat.

2. Day 2

   Wadi Shab, Sur & Wahiba Sands

   After breakfast, depart for one of Oman's most scenic road trips. Visit the stunning Bimmah Sinkhole before continuing to Wadi Shab, where you can enjoy a short hike through the canyon and swim in its crystal-clear pools. Continue along the coastal route to Sur, famous for its traditional dhow-building yard and picturesque waterfront. From Sur, drive to the golden dunes of Wahiba Sands. Experience an exciting 4WD dune drive, witness a spectacular desert sunset, and enjoy traditional Omani hospitality with dinner at the desert camp. Overnight stay in Wahiba Sands.

3. Day 3

   Wadi Bani Khalid & Nizwa Tour

   After breakfast, check out from the desert camp and visit the beautiful oasis of Wadi Bani Khalid, known for its emerald pools and palm-fringed surroundings. Continue to the historic city of Nizwa to explore the famous Nizwa Fort and its traditional souq, renowned for silver handicrafts and local produce. Visit the UNESCO-listed Bahla Fort (photo stop) and the charming oasis village of Birkat Al Mouz before checking into your hotel. Overnight stay in Nizwa.

4. Day 4

   Nizwa to Muscat & Fly to Salalah

   After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive back to Muscat International Airport for your domestic flight to Salalah. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Relax by the beach, explore the nearby surroundings, or simply unwind at your resort. Overnight stay in Salalah.

5. Day 5

   Salalah City Tour

   Discover the cultural treasures of Salalah with visits to Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Al Husn Palace (photo stop), Haffa Souq, the Frankincense Land Museum, and the lush coconut and banana plantations that make Dhofar unique. Overnight stay in Salalah.

6. Day 6

   East Salalah

   Explore the eastern region of Dhofar with visits to the historic town of Taqah, Taqah Castle, the archaeological site of Sumhuram at Khor Rori, Mirbat, and the beautiful Wadi Darbat, famous for its waterfalls (seasonal), lakes, and green valleys. Overnight stay in Salalah.

7. Day 7

   West Salalah Tour

   Travel along Salalah spectacular western coastline to Mughsail Beach, the famous Marneef Cave and Blowholes, dramatic mountain viewpoints, and scenic coastal landscapes overlooking the Arabian Sea. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Salalah.

8. Day 8

   Return to Muscat

   After breakfast, transfer to Salalah Airport for your domestic flight back to Muscat. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy your final evening in Oman for shopping, dining, or relaxing by the waterfront. Overnight stay in Muscat.

9. Day 9

   Departure

   After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Muscat International Airport for your onward flight, carrying unforgettable memories of Omanu2019s mountains, deserts, wadis, coastline, and the lush landscapes of Salalah.