Tours to the U.A.E. and the Arabian Peninsula

Magnificent Landscapes of Oman

5 days/4 nights

2008/2009 Tour Dates:
Anytime. Contact us and let us know when you'd like to go.

Kutrubes Travel is pleased to introduce the "Magnificent Landscapes of Oman" new 2008 tour to this country. The Sultanate of Oman has one of the oldest civilizations in the Arabian Peninsula dating back thousands of years with notable periods of greatness in the ancient world and medieval times. This tour emphasizes in highlighting all the wonders of ancient Oman and its breathtaking scenery.

Kutrubes Travel offers this tour to Oman for the first time in 2008 and can also design custom itineraries to UAE, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the other emirates of the region.

DAY ONE:
Arrival at Muscat International Airport. Meet and assist, transfer to the Muscat Al Falaj Hotel.

DAY TWO:
This tour offers you glimpses into the interiors as well as into the rich history and culture of Oman. After breakfast, we leave the capital city of Muscat and drive for about 2.5 hours through the magnificent landscapes of Oman's rugged Hajar mountains to reach Nizwa, the capital of the interiors. On the way, we briefly stop for a photo at Fanja, which offers a splendid view of this lush, green, oasis village. Next we stop at the pretty village of Birkat Al Mauz situated at the foothills of Jebel Akhdar (Green Mountains). Enjoy a walk through its oasis and dense date plantations. Then we depart for Jabrin, the finest of Oman's castles built in the late 17th century, which became a seat of Omani learning. The castle displays the highest achievement in Omani ceiling painting and beautifully-executed woodcarvings. Next, we visit Misfah, a pretty mountain village with stone dwellings still in existence. While heading for Jebel Shams, we stop at the terrace farming village of Wadi Ghul. Our next stop takes us to Wadi Nakher located in the depth of our deepest canyon, and then we are on to Jebel Shams, the highest peak in the Jebel Akhdar range, which offers a spectacular view. Finally, we reach Nizwa, capital of the interior, which is the birthplace of Islam in the Sultanate of Oman. Nizwa Souq is renowned for its intricately hand-carved "Khanjars" (daggers) and ornamental silver jewelry. Overnight stay at Nizwa Golden Tulip Hotel.

DAY THREE:
After breakfast, we depart from Nizwa for Wahiba Sands. Before reaching the Wahiba desert, we make an interesting stop in Mudayrib, where you can witness a typical old village in the interiors of Oman with its ruins of mud houses. Wahiba Sands, a vast sea of undulating red and white sand dunes rising up to 200 meters, are host to a variety of flora and fauna. The ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a photographer's delight. We will also visit a Bedouin house in this wilderness. In stark contrast, our next stop is Wadi Bani Khalid, known for its clear, deep blue water and comprised of small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. We then head for Sur. Overnight stay at Sur Plaza Hotel.

DAY FOUR:
After breakfast, we will take the coastal road to Muscat via Wadi Tiwi Shab village. The route provides provides a surprising contrast with its lush green wadi and dense plantations. On the way, we will visit the fish jetty, Dhow factory, and the ruins of Bibi Miriam's Tomb, which can be seen from the village of Qalhat . Next, we stop at Fins beach for a swim before heading on to the Bimah Sinkhole, a spectacular limestone crater with blue-green water at the bottom. On clear sunny days while driving along the coast, one might see sharks in the deep blue water or fleet-footed Gazelle sprint across the landscape. Next, we return to Muscat via Quriyat. Overnight stay at Al Falaj Hotel, Muscat.

DAY FIVE:
After breakfast, we will go on a Muscat City Tour. In the afternoon, we transport to the airport for your flight back home.

TOUR PRICE:

Land Cost Per Person:
(double sharing in BB bases)

8 travelers: $670
6 travelers: $775
4 travelers: $690
3 travelers: $790
2 travelers: $925
1 traveler: $1599

Kutrubes Travel has SPECIAL AIRFARES - Contact us for details.

Price Includes:

Meet and assist in Oman Airport.
Arrival and Departure transfers in an air-conditioned luxury 4WD vehicle for 5 days.
Accommodation on twin sharing BB basis for 1 night at Nizwa/Falaj Daris Hotel and 1 night at Sur Plaza Hotel Muscat.
Services of our English-speaking chauffeur.
All entrance fees.
Fuel charges and soft drinks.

Price Does Not Include:

International airfare
Departure and custom fees
Gratuities for guides and drivers
Travel Insurance, Trip Cancellation Insurance and Medical and Luggage Insurance
Cost of lunches or dinners not mentioned above
Any expenses of personal nature
Porterage in Hotels

Payment and Refund Policies

If you have any questions or you'd like to book this trip, please contact us.

Custom itineraries available to this or any of the destinations we travel to.

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