family & individual
family & individual
Oman offers the holy grail in ‘soul-satisfying’ holiday destinations.
Free breakfast
Pick and Drop
Sport Activity
Tour Guide
Entrance Fees
Hotel Stay
Meals
Sightseeing
Arrive at Muscat International Airport. After Immigration clearance, baggage collection & customs proceed to the arrival hall to meet the chauffeur and proceed to the Hotel.Overnight stay at Muscat Hotel
Morning transfer from the Muscat hotel to the Marina to embark on a boat as we search the seas for Dolphins and Whales. Watching wild dolphins is a thrilling way to start the day and the lucky may even come across one of the many species of whales that can be found just a few kilometres from Muscat’s rugged coast. Not every trip guarantees a sighting, but you are sure to enjoy a trip out to sea and enhance your knowledge of nature’s most fascinating marine mammals. By noon return to the Marina and proceed back to the hotel.Late afternoon pickup from the hotel and drive along the waterfront Corniche. We proceed for a photo stop to the magnificent Al Alam Palace, official palace of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts Mirani & Jalali. Proceed to visit Bait Al Zubair Museum to have a glimpse of Oman’s history. Later visit the colourful Muttrah Souq. This is a great place for some bargain shopping and souvenirs. By 0800 pm proceed back to the Hotel. Overnight stay at Muscat Hotel .
0800 Hrs. Pickup from the hotel and proceed to visit the Grand Mosque (not possible on Friday & other public holidays), highlight of the Muscat city. Completed in 2001, Grand Mosque is a beautiful building which looks modern but shows that modern craftsmen have retained the skills necessary to create this wonderful traditional environment. Kindly note, ladies to be fully covered and to carry a head scarf and men should wear trousers. Thereafter we depart by 4WD vehicles to Wahiba Sands via the scenic and rugged coastal route. This tour offers breath-taking glimpses of the blue waters of the Gulf of Oman offset by pristine white beaches. We drive past the fishing village of Quriyat . There is a good chance of spotting Flamingos and Eagles at an inland stream. Visit the picturesque Wadi Arabayeen with its deep pools of water set among the date palms. We then proceed 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 chance to see sharks in the deep blue waters or fleet footed Gazelles sprint across the landscape. Arrive Sur and visit the traditional dhow factory, as we continue from here the road winds through mountain terrain offering breath-taking glimpses of the ocean. We continue our drive on to the Wahiba Sands, a vast mass of undulating red and White Sea of sand and dunes rising upto 200 meters, which are, also host to a variety of flora and fauna. The ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a photographer’s delight. Experience a roller coaster like feeling over the dunes. Dinner and Overnight at Arabian Oryx Camp.
Morning enjoy breakfast at the camp. Wahiba Sands is also home to the traditional Bedouin tribe who are known for their hospitality and their knowledge of the Sands. We will visit a Bedouin family in their traditional and simple habitat. In stark contrast to this is Wadi Bani Khalid. It comprises of small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. The Wadi has clear deep blue water. It is advisable to wear light comfortable clothing and walking shoes. 1700 Hrs. Arrive Muscat & drop off at Muscat International Airport foryour flight back home.
Payment can be made by Credit/ Debit Card , Net banking, Cheque or DD in favour of " Diverse Inspirations LLP". A Non refundable Advance booking amount of INR5000 is must to book the tour. 100% tour cost to be paid 45 days before commencement of the tour. For Any booking with in 45 days of tour date, 100% tour cost to be paid. For domestic tours ( within India) if the tour cost is less or equal to INR25000 PP than 100% amount has to be paid for booking the tour. Please go through " Terms and Conditions" given at the bottom of the website.
Indian passport holders require a visa for Oman
| Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure | Cancellation fee applicable on Net Tour Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| D-0 to 5 | 100% |
| D-6 to 15 | 75% |
| D-16 to 30 | 50% |
| D-31 to 45 | 40% |
| D-46 to 60 | 30% |
| D-61 to 90 | 20% |
| D-91 to 120 | 10% |
| D-121 to 900 | 10% |
Please refer Terms and Conditions given at the bottom of the website.
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