Day1
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Arrive at the Muscat International Airport and get transferred to your hotel for check-in. Take some rest at Muscat, the capital of Oman before the trip begins. We can offer optional tours as well as meals at an additional cost. Spend a comfortable night at your hotel in Muscat.
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Day2
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Post breakfast, proceed for a full day Nizwa tour. Visit the Sumali Gap, which separates the Eastern Hajars from the West. Then you will head towards Nizwa, the old capital of Oman and visit the illustrious silver souq and spherical fort. Visit the pottery capital of Oman, Bahla. In Bahla, a UNESCO world heritage site, you will see the famous Loam Fort. Continuing the journey, your next stop will be the Jabrin Fort, which is one of the most significant forts in Oman comprising of dungeons, hidden passage routes and picturesquely painted ceilings. In the evening, you will return to Muscat to your hotel. Have a relaxing overnight.
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Day3
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Post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Sur. Get ready to explore Quriyat, a small coastal fishing village and then to Tiwi and Fins famous for the beautiful white sandy beaches. From here, the trip takes you towards the graded track to Wadi Shab, one of Oman's most spectacular wadis, flowing with fresh water alongside banana plantations and rocky paths for most of the year. Then you proceed towards Sur and check-in. Post dinner, drive to Ras al Jinz, a protected green turtle nesting reserve where turtles can be seen laying eggs in the night. Return to your hotel for an overnight at stay in Sur.
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Day4
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Post breakfast, check-out and drive to Wadi Bani Khalid, the evergreen wadi adorned with cascading water, forming a turquoise green pool, ideal for swimming. For those who want to add a little thrill to their Oman adventure, they may opt for a dune bashing session at Wahiba Sands at an additional cost. By evening, return to Muscat. Spend the night in the comfort of your hotel in Muscat.
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Day5
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Post breakfast, proceed for a half-day orientation tour of Muscat. The tour begins with a visit to the Grand Mosque, a symbol of architectural magnificence and a religious landmark of serenity. The Mosque remains open from 8 to 11 am (except on Fridays). Your next stop will be at the scenic Muttrah, where you will stroll through the lush stalls of fish and vegetables, laid out generously at the local market. Proceed to the city’s exquisite Muttrah Souq famous for its assortment of tiny shops that sell exclusive embellishments and miniature relics of Omani art, tradition and culture. From here, drive past the Corniche and the capital area, which will lead you to your next halt at the Sultan’s Palace, fringed by the Portuguese forts – Jalali and Mirani. The Bait Al Zubair Museum visit is next on the list, after which the tour for the day ends. Proceed to Muscat Grand Mall or Avenues Mall for shopping. By afternoon, return to the hotel. Spend a peaceful night in your hotel in Muscat.
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Day6
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Enjoy an early morning breakfast today. Thereafter you will need to check-out and leave your luggage at the left luggage of the hotel.You may go ahead and shop on your own today morning. After your return, collect your bags and get transferred to Muscat International Airport to board your flight back home.
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