8-Day Oman Tour: Muscat, Desert, Wadis & Daymaniyat Islands
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8-Day Oman Tour: Muscat, Desert, Wadis & Daymaniyat Islands

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Descrizione

Explore Oman in 8 days with Muscat, Wadi Shab, Sur, Ras Al Jinz, Wahiba Sands, Nizwa, Jebel Shams and Daymaniyat Islands. Enjoy culture, desert, mountains and snorkeling.

In visita

Ingrandisci mappa
Riepilogo del viaggio
2 Adulti
Notti 7
Questa idea include
Destinazioni 12
Alloggi 4

Day 01: Arrival in Muscat

Upon arrival at Muscat International Airport, our representative will greet you with a sign bearing your name. Transfer to your hotel and relax after your journey.


Overnight in Muscat




Day 02: Full-Day Muscat City Tour

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of the capital city of Muscat:

  • Visit the majestic Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, known for its opulent chandelier and Persian carpet.
  • Stop by the Royal Opera House (external view).
  • Drive through the Ministries area.
  • Photo stop at Al Alam Palace, flanked by the 16th-century Jalali & Mirani forts.
  • Explore Bait Al Zubair Museum, featuring Omani heritage, costumes, and artifacts.
  • Wander through the vibrant Muttrah Souq, one of Oman’s oldest marketplaces.


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Overnight in Nizwa




Day 03: Bimmah Sinkhole – Wadi Shab – Wadi Tiwi – Sur

After breakfast, depart Muscat and head southeast along the coastal road:

  • Stop at the stunning Bimmah Sinkhole, a natural limestone crater filled with turquoise water.
  • Short photo stop at Wadi Shab, where fresh and brackish waters meet.
  • Continue to the scenic Wadi Tiwi, lined with traditional villages and lush plantations.
  • Arrive in Sur, known for its maritime history.
  • Visit the traditional Dhow factory and photo stop at the Ajya lighthouse.
  • In the evening,20.30 visit Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve to witness green sea turtles nesting 


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Overnight in Sur




Day 04: Wadi Bani Khalid – Wahiba Sands Desert

After breakfast, journey into Oman’s interior:

  • Explore the famous Wadi Bani Khalid, known for its deep pools and palm-lined canyon. Enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear waters.
  • Drive to the spectacular Wahiba Sands, a vast sea of dunes and home to the Bedouin tribes.
  • Experience dune bashing and enjoy a magical sunset over the sand dunes.


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Overnight at desert camp in Wahiba Sands



Day 05: – Bahla Fort – Jabrin Castle – Birkat Al Mouz – Nizwa

After breakfast

  • Photo stop at Bahla Fort (UNESCO site), Oman’s oldest and largest fort.
  • Explore Jabrin Castle, known for its ornate ceilings and Islamic architecture.
  • Stop at the ruined village of Birkat Al Mouz, with its ancient falaj irrigation system and banana plantations.


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Overnight in a Nizwa




Day 06: Al Hamra – Bait Al Safah – Misfat Al Abriyeen – Wadi Ghul – Jebel Shams – Muscat

After breakfast 

  •  Visit the traditional Nizwa Souq and Fort.
  • Explore Al Hamra, home to Bait Al Safah Living Museum, where locals showcase traditional practices.
  • Stop at Misfat Al Abriyeen, a mountain village with stone houses and terrace farming.
  • Visit the abandoned village of Ghul and continue to Jebel Shams, Oman’s highest peak (3,009m), for panoramic views of the Grand Canyon of Arabia.
  • Return to Muscat in the evening.


Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Overnight in Muscat




Day 07: Snorkeling at Daymaniyat Islands

After breakfast, transfer to the marina for a full-day snorkeling excursion to the Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve.


Swim among colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, and sea turtles. Snacks, soft drinks, and a light lunch (pizza/sandwiches) are provided on board.


Return to Muscat for overnight stay.


Meals: Breakfast, Dinner


Overnight in Muscat




Day 08: Departure from Muscat

After breakfast, check out from the hotel by 12 PM. Depending on your flight time, transfer to Muscat International Airport.


Meals: Breakfast

Lingue guida

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Punto di incontro

Muscat International Airport
Giorno 1: Muscat
Giorno 2: Muscat
Giorno 3: Muscat, Sur, Wadi Shab, Il Wadi Tiwi, Muscat
Giorno 4: Muscat, Sur, Wadi Bani Khalid, Wahiba Sands
Giorno 5: Wahiba Sands, Birkat Al Mouz, Bahla, Nizwa
Giorno 6: Nizwa, Al Hamra, Misfat al-Abriyyin, Muscat
Giorno 7: Muscat, Isole Ad Dimaniyat, Muscat
Giorno 8: Muscat
  • Meet & greet at Muscat International Airport
  • All private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Entrance fees to all sites per itinerary
  • Meals as specified
  • All taxes and service charges
  • 04 nights’ accommodation on HB basis
  • Anything not mentioned

Possibili alloggi

4 alloggi

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is included in an 8-day Oman tour package?

This 8-day Oman tour package includes accommodation, private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles, an English-speaking driver-guide, entrance fees to the sites listed in the itinerary, and meals as specified. The tour also includes airport meet and greet at Muscat International Airport and visits to major destinations across Oman.


2. What places are included in this 8-day Oman itinerary?

The 8-day Oman itinerary covers Muscat, Bimmah Sinkhole, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi, Sur, Ras Al Jinz, Wadi Bani Khalid, Wahiba Sands, Bahla, Jabrin, Birkat Al Mouz, Nizwa, Al Hamra, Misfat Al Abriyeen, Jebel Shams and the Daymaniyat Islands.


3. Does this Oman tour include Wadi Shab, Wahiba Sands and Daymaniyat Islands?

Yes. The itinerary includes a visit to Wadi Shab, an overnight desert experience in Wahiba Sands, and a full-day snorkeling excursion to the Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve. These experiences combine Oman’s wadis, desert landscapes and marine attractions in one tour.


4. Is this 8-day Oman tour suitable for first-time visitors?

Yes. The itinerary is designed to cover a wide range of Oman’s highlights in 8 days, including Muscat, traditional villages, forts, wadis, mountains, desert landscapes, coastal destinations and the Daymaniyat Islands. It is a convenient option for first-time visitors who want to experience several regions of Oman in one trip.


5. What can I see and do in Oman in 8 days?

In 8 days, travelers can explore Muscat, visit historic forts and souqs, experience Wadi Shab and Wadi Bani Khalid, stay in the Wahiba Sands desert, visit Nizwa and traditional mountain villages, see Jebel Shams and enjoy snorkeling around the Daymaniyat Islands. The itinerary combines culture, nature, adventure, desert and beach experiences.

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