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Riyam Walk
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day1 - Mutrah Souq MUTTRAH souq
dolphin watching dolphin watching
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day1 - Mutrah Corniche MUTTRAH corniche
Day1

Muscat

Exploring the capital of Oman, Muscat, is the perfect starting point for any Oman adventure.

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Diving
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day2 - Daymaniyat Islands Daymaniyat Islands
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day2 - Daymaniyat Islands Snorkelling
Turtle watching
Day2

Daymaniyat Islands

The Daymaniyat Islands are located about one hour offshore from Muscat and are a great place for unforgettable underwater adventures.

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Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day3 - Misfat Al Abreeyn Misfat Al Abryeen
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day3 - Al Hootah Cave Al Hootah Cave
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day3 - Jebel Shams Jebel Shams
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day3 - Wadi Ghul Wadi Ghul
Day3

Jabel Shams

Oman’s highest mountains awaits with its very own “Grand Canyon” and views that turn any photo into a masterpiece. A 4wd is required.

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Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 4 - Jebel Akhdar Al Jebel Al Akhdar
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 4 - Jebel Akhdar trekking
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 4 - Hiking Jebel Akhdar Hiking
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 4 - Jebel Akhdar Via Ferrata
Day4

Al Jebel Al Akhdar

Al Jebel Al Akhdar offers spectacular views along its many hiking paths. Roses, pomegranates and other crops thrive in the moderate temperatures here. A 4wd is required.

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Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 5 - Arabian Oryx Camp Arabian Oryx Camp
camel riding Camel Riding
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 5 - Dune Driving Dune Driving
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 5 - Sharqiyah Sands A’Sharqiyah Sands
Day5

A’Sharqiyah Sands

Just under a three-hour drive from Al Jebel Al Akhdar, the Sharqiyah Sands are a unique eco system with it a wide range of exciting activities for all. The desert awaits! A 4wd is required.

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Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 6 - Camp at Wahiba Sands Camping
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 6 - Desert Crossing Desert Crossing
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 6 - Camp at Wahiba Sands Sunset watching
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 6 - Sharqiyah Sands quad biking
Day6-7

A’Sharqiyah Sands

Desert crossing by 4wd can easily be arranged with a travel agent or local tour operator and should be undertaken by a convoy of properly equipped vehicles. Having an experienced guide is always recommended.

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Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 8 - Kite - Boarding Masirah Island
Top Itineraries - Adventure - Day 8 - Kite - Boarding Kitesurfing
Turtle watching
Shore Line Fishing
Day8, 9, 10

Masirah Island

Located just a two-hour drive away from Al Ashkhara is the port of Shannah – the gateway to Masirah Island. The island itself is a great place to visit for thrill seekers and nature lovers alike.

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Top Itineraries Adventure - Day 11 - Wadi Tiwi Water Fall
Top Itineraries Adventure - Day 11 - Wadi Tiwi Water Fall Tiwi
Top Itineraries Adventure - Day 11 - Fins Beach Fins Beach
Top Itineraries Adventure - Day 11 - Wadi Shabs Wadi Shab
Tiwi
Day11

Tiwi

Reachable via the coastal highway, the blue waters and white pebble beaches of Tiwi are the perfect camping spot.

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As Sifah
Top Itineraries Adventure - Day 12 - Sifah Beach Sifah Beach
Shopping at Muttrah Souq
Wadi Mayh’s geology
Day12

As Sifah

About 150 km from Tiwi and near Muscat, you will find the beautiful sandy beaches of As Sifah. A perfect place to end a great journey.

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Top Itineraries - Family - Day 1 - Al Hallaniyat Islands - Dhofar Al Hallaniyat Islands
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 1 - Al Hallaniyat Islands - Dhofar SALALAH
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 1 - Fishing Fishing
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 1 - Diving Diving
Day1

Salalah

Best visited during Khareef (monsoon) season, when the mountains take on a beautiful hue of green, Salalah and its surrounding is a haven for nature lovers. The starting point of this trip, however, is a trip to explore its amazing marine life.

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Top Itineraries - Family - Day 2 - Wadi Dirbat - Salalah Wadi Dirbat
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 2 - Mirbat - Dhofar TAWI ATEER SINKHOLE
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 2 - Jebel Samhan Jebel Samhan
Mirbat
Day2-3

East of Salalah

East of Salalah is are some of Oman’s most interesting attractions, including Wadi Darbat and Mirbat. With its lake and mist-covered hills (during khareef) it is a sight to behold.

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West of Salalah
Mughsayl Beach
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 4 - Blowholes blowholes
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 4 - Wadi Dawkah Wadi Dawkah Reserve
Day4

West of Salalah

The natural beauty of the region becomes equally apparent when travelling in the direction of Yemen. From blowholes to caves and secluded beaches, this day is dedicated to special highlights west of Dhofar’s capital – Salalah.

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Dolphin Watching
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 5 - Dhow Cruising Musandam
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 6 - Jabal Harim Mountain biking
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 6 - Jabal Harim Jabal Harim
Day5-6

Musandam

Easily reached by flight via Muscat, the Musandam Peninsula enjoys a breath-taking location facing the Strait of Hormuz and Sea of Oman.

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Top Itineraries - Family - Day 7 - Salmah Plateau Salmah Plateau
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 7 - Majlis Al Jinn Caving
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 7 - Beehive Tombs Beehive Tombs
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 7 - Salmah Plateau Majlis Al Jinn
Day7

Salmah Plateau

The easiest route to the plateau is to fly into Muscat, following which you can rent a 4wd to reach the plateau, which is about 120 km from Muscat. The plateau itself offers some stunning attractions worth visiting, including Majlis Al Jinn, one of the largest underground...

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Top Itineraries Family - Day 8 - Wadi Tiwi Wadi Bani Khalid
Hiking
Top Itineraries Family - Day 9 - Desert Night Camp Camping
A’Sharqiyah Sands
Day8-9

Wadi Bani Khalid & A’Sharqiyah Sands

A short drive away, Wadi Bani Khalid is one of the most photographed attraction in Oman.

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Top Itineraries - Family - Day 10 - Ras Al Jinz
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 10 - Ras Al Jinz Ras Al Jinz Nature Reserve
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 10 - Sur Sur
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 10 - Dhow Yard Dhow Yard
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 10 - Ras Al Jinz - A'Sharqiyah Turtle watching
Day10

Turtle watching

The turtle reserve at Ras Al Jinz offers a unique glimpse into the life of turtles, and how for decades they return to the same beach to lay their eggs.

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Top Itineraries Family - Day 11 - Wadi Tiwi
Bimmah Beach
Tiwi
Top Itineraries Family - Day 11 - Wadi Shabs Swimming
Top Itineraries Family - Day 11 - Wadi Tiwi - A'Sharqiyah Hiking
Day11

Tiwi

Located enroute to Muscat, the white pebble and sand beaches of Bimmah, Fins, and Tiwi are an incredible sight.

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Top Itineraries - Family - Day 12 - Qurom Beach
Muscat
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 12 - Natural History Museum Natural History Museum
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 12 - Natural History Museum Natural History Museum
Top Itineraries - Family - Day 12 - Qurom Beach Al Qurum Beach
Day12

Muscat

Oman’s capital is always worth a visit. After days on the road, it is the perfect place to end the perfect holiday.

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Muscat
Museums Tour
Muttrah Souq
Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 1 - Royal Opera House Night Shot Royal Opera House
Day1

Muscat

Oman’s capital has a lot to offer for those seeking to learn more about Omani culture and heritage.

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Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 2 - Mutrah Corniche
Old Muscat
Muttrah Corniche
Al Alam Palace
Riyam to Muscat Road
Day2

Old Muscat

The old part of Muscat, with its traditional architecture and rich history, is the perfect place to continue a cultural holiday.

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Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 3 - Bridge Spans across the Water - Sur Sur
Dhow Factory
Sur Maritime Museum
Al Ayjah Lighthouse
Day3

Sur

Located about two hours from the capital, along a scenic coastal road, the city of Sur still upholds the age-old tradition of dhow building and maritime culture.

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A’Sharqiyah Sands
Dune Driving
Swimming
Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 4 Wadi Bani Khalid - A'Sharqiyah Wadi Bani Khalid
Day4

A’Sharqiyah Sands

About 115 km west of Sur starts the edge of the Sharqiyah Sands. The desert awaits!

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Jabreen Castle
Bahla Fort
Nizwa
Top Itineraries - Culture Day 5 - Nizwa Fort - A'Dakhiliyah Bahla Fort
Day5

Jabreen Castle, Bahla Fort & Nizwa

Today’s destination is the city of Nizwa, but first a stop at one of Oman’s most beautiful castle’s plus largest fort.

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Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 6 - Jebel Akhdar Al Jebel Al Akhdar
Rose Water
Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 6 - Hajar Mountain Hiking trails
HIKING
Day6

Al Jebel Al Akhdar

Amongst the highest peaks in the Hajar Mountain Range, Al Jebel Al Akhdar boasts spectacular views and cooler temperatures.

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Top Itineraries Culture - Day 7 - Al Hamra Al Hamra & Tombs of Al Ayn
Top Itineraries Culture - Day 7 - Bait Al Safah Al Hamra
Top Itineraries Culture - Day 7 - Al Ayn Tombs Beehive Tombs
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day7

Al Hamra & Tombs of Al Ayn

Moving down the mountain, further inland, this day is marked by a visit to one of Oman’s most scenic old towns plus another UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 8 - Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Muscat
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Prayer Hall
Walking Tour
Day8

Muscat

Back in Muscat, this is the perfect opportunity to visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque before catching a flight to Salalah, in Dhofar.

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Salalah & Surroundings
Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 10 - Khareef Salalah Khareef Festival
Top Itineraries - Culture - Day 10 - Wadi Dirbat - Salalah East of Salalah
Top Itineraries Culture - Day 11 - Mughsayl Beach - Dhofar West of Salalah
Day9-12

Salalah & Surroundings

Best visited during the Khareef (Monsoon) season, Salalah’s rich cultural heritage dates back centuries – when the region was one of the most important trading points for frankincense and other goods.

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