A Journey through Oman

Duration
10 days
Price from
£5,640 pp.
Location
Oman, Middle East
Misfah Village In Oman

Trip Highlights

  • Explore Muscat’s cultural & historical sites
  • Visit the Wahiba Sands desert
  • See nesting turtles at Ras al Jinz

What's Included

  • Guided tours
  • Transfers
  • 9 nights accommodation

Our Specialists Say:

Discover the best action packed adventures Oman has to offer

Planning your first trip to Oman couldn't be easier with this stunning itinerary that takes in historical wonders, local culture and mesmerising landscapes. You'll experience action packed days, as well some down time to relax and soak in the incredible picturesque views. After exploring remote mountains, hidden valleys and sandy deserts you'll finish in the capital, Muscat, with some city and beach time to end your Oman adventure.


Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Into the Hajar Mountains

Alila Jabal Akhdar Mountain View Suite

After enjoying breakfast, you will meet your English speaking local driver-guide who will be with you for the next five days, in a Toyota Prado 4WD. After introductions you will start your transfer journey to Alila Jabal Akhdar, travelling via Nakhl, Wadi Bani Awf and Bilad Sayt, a beautiful journey surrounded by rugged landscapes.

You’ll be greeted by a hotel representative who will take you to your mountain view suite, perched 2000 metres above sea level in the Hajar Mountains. You’ll be staying here the next three nights on half board basis.

Day 2 Life in the Mountains

Bahla Fort In Oman

Today you will see some of Oman’s mountain highlights, as well as discovering the history and culture of the country. Bahla Fort is your first stop, and what a stop it is, being the only fort in the whole country to have UNESCO World Heritage status. It's a must for anyone visiting Oman.

Your next stop is the spectacular Jabreen Castle. Different from other Omani forts, this castle was constructed in times of peace by a ruler whose fascination with science and art made this the most beautiful historic castle in the Sultanate. A perfect spot to explore the differences in Oman’s history.

The final two locations you’ll visit today are Misfah, a mountainous village with agricultural terraces and old houses, and Jebel Shams Peak, the highest point in the Hajar range.

Day 3 Relax at 2000m

Day 4 From Mountains to Desert

Day 5 Road Trip Adventures

Day 6 Muscat Exploration

Days 7-9 Rest and Relaxation

Day 10 Late Check Out

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When to go to Oman

Find out the best time to visit Oman with our month by month guide.

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January

January is a great time to visit Oman, temperatures are cooler averaging 25 degrees, with the occasional rainfall. The humid weather allows you to enjoy Muscat's amazing beaches and fresh waters.

February

February has pleasant weather with temperatures rarely climbing above 30 degrees. During this month Oman celebrates one of its largest festivals, Muscat Festival - a cultural, musical and natural celebration attracting tourists from over the world.

March

In March temperatures rise, meaning it is the perfect time to venture into the desert, enjoying stargazing, camel rides and meeting local Bedouin tribes. If you love flowers in the Jebel Akkdar Mountains it is rose blooming season providing incredible scenery.

April

During this time of year, roses bloom in the Jebel Akkdar Mountains providing incredible scenery. Temperatures reach up to 35 degrees, so escaping to the cooler mountain highlands to visit cultural forts and villages is perfect.

May

During May temperatures are high reaching up to 38 degrees with lower humidity levels, if you're looking to visit cultural sites it is best to avoid May. However, if you're looking to relax by a pool May is perfect.

June

June is excessively hot and humid in Oman, it is not recommended that you visit during this time. However, if you want to brave the high temperatures, hotel prices across the country are cheap.

August

August remains excessively hot and humid in Oman, it is not recommended that you visit during this time.

September

September offers an amazing opportunity to witness green turtle breeding season in Ras Al Jinz, as they come to lay their eggs. Temperatures remain high, although lower than between June and August.

October

Travelling during October is much more comfortable with temperatures now in the low thirties. Travellers can enjoy different desert trips, cultural tours of castles forts and mountain villages.

November

Travelling during November is much more comfortable with temperatures now in the low thirties allowing you to enjoy Oman's cultural wonders.

  • 18th November the country celebrates Sultan Qaboos birth month - all regions and governorates celebrate and the country is decorated accordingly.

December

December is the coolest month of the year, and provides another great opportunity for thrill seekers to experience the Arabian desert and the traditional Bedouin lifestyle.

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