This 5-day Oman tour offers a perfect introduction to the country's rich heritage, striking landscapes, and traditional charm. Begin in the capital city of Muscat, where grand mosques, vibrant souqs, and coastal beauty set the tone for your journey. Dive into Oman’s cultural heart with a visit to Nizwa, famed for its historic fort, bustling market, and mountain scenery. From there, explore the dramatic heights of Jebel Akhdar or delve into the history of Bahla Fort and Jabreen Castle. With overnight stays in Muscat (2 nights) and Nizwa (2 nights), this itinerary blends guided exploration with leisure, offering an immersive yet relaxed experience of Oman’s timeless beauty.
🏞️ Highlights:
Discover Muscat’s top sights: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Al Alam Palace & Mutrah Souq
Explore the cultural city of Nizwa with its iconic fort and traditional market
Visit ancient villages like Al Hamra or scenic ruins at Tanuf
Optional excursions to Jebel Akhdar (The Green Mountain) or historic Bahla Fort & Jabreen Castle
Scenic drive through Oman’s interior with a stop at Birkat Al Mouz
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Muscat – Welcome to Oman
Muscat
Arrive at Muscat International Airport, where you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, spend the afternoon at leisure or take an optional walk along the Mutrah Corniche, lined with traditional buildings and sea views. If time permits, visit the Mutrah Souq, one of the oldest markets in Oman, for a glimpse of local life. Return to your hotel in Muscat for overnight stay.
Day 2 :
Muscat City Tour
Muscat
In the morning after breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided city tour of Muscat. Start with a visit to the magnificent Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, followed by a photo stop at the Royal Opera House. Then explore the historic district of Old Muscat, where you'll visit Al Alam Palace, flanked by the 16th-century Jalali and Mirani forts. Continue to the Bait Al Zubair Museum for insights into Omani heritage. End the day at the bustling Mutrah Souq for souvenir shopping. Return to your hotel in Muscat for a second overnight stay.
Day 3 :
Muscat to Nizwa – Forts & Souqs
Nizwa
In the morning after breakfast, check out from your hotel in Muscat and drive inland to the cultural capital, Nizwa. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Begin your tour with the iconic Nizwa Fort, known for its massive round tower and panoramic views. Next, explore the Nizwa Souq, famous for its silver jewelry, pottery, and spices. In the afternoon, visit the ancient village of Al Hamra or the scenic Tanuf Ruins nearby. Return to your hotel in Nizwa for overnight stay.
Day 4 :
Jebel Akhdar or Bahla & Jabreen
Nizwa
In the morning after breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion from Nizwa. You can choose to visit Jebel Akhdar (“The Green Mountain”), known for its cool climate, terraced farms, and rose gardens, or opt for a heritage-focused tour of Bahla Fort (a UNESCO site) and the beautifully restored Jabreen Castle. Enjoy stops at picturesque mountain villages or UNESCO-listed sites depending on your route. Return to your hotel in Nizwa for your second overnight stay.
Day 5 :
Return to Muscat & Departure
Nizwa
In the morning after breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive back to Muscat. Depending on your flight time, you may stop at Birkat Al Mouz, a traditional village with date plantations and falaj irrigation systems. Arrive at the airport in time for your onward flight, concluding your enriching 5-day journey through Oman’s rich history, culture, and landscapes.
Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels, and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issues with the hotel or unavoidable circumstances. In that case, we may provide alternative similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on the usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise). If this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in the next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
🍽️ MEALS:
The menus are pre-set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation.
In standard/Budget category of hotels, the meals preferences are veg meals unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are a mixture of veg and non-veg preferences.
Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.
📅 ITINERARY CHANGES:
For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In the event a guest misses any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on their part, they will not be entitled to claim a refund of the same.
The timings mentioned in the day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits en route, meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests, and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
🚌 TRANSPORT:
We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire Innova/Crysta/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day, etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case any of the sightseeing schedules are missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances.
Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.
💳Payment Terms And Methods:
• Deposit of 35% of the package cost at the time of booking.
•Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
•Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date
🔄Cancellation AndRefund Policy:
•25% of full tour cost - 60 days prior to arrival.
•50% of full tour cost - between 30 days prior to tour.
•75% of full tour cost - between 29 & 16 days prior to tour
•100% - within 15 days prior to tour.
•50% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
•Balance 50% before 15 days from the Tour Starts.
•Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
•All the above-mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing
•For Cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.
•Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
•The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only.
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