Muscat

Days: 12 Days
Package: Muscat and the Musandam Peninsula

A varied itinerary taking in two very different coastal regions of Oman, contrasted with the culture and history of the interior.

Day 1 London: Muscat

After a daytime flight you'll be greeted at Muscat airport for a transfer to your hotel, where you stay for the next three nights.

Day 2: Muscat

A full day city tour, which will include the Bait Al Zubair Museum, the Grand Mosque and Old Muscat.

Day 3: Muscat

Day at leisure.

Day 4: Muscat - Nizwa

Leaving the coast behind, you travel inland through dramatic mountain scenery to Nizwa, where you'll stay for three nights.

Day 5: Nizwa

Today you will visit the traditional mountain villages of Al Hamra and Misfah, venturing along the impressive Wadi Ghul and Wadi Nakheer.

Day 6: Nizwa

Another fascinating excursion, including the imposing Jabreen fort, renowned for its painted ceilings. You'll also visit Bahla Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover the isolated Beehive tombs in Bat.

Day 7: Nizwa - Muscat

The direct route back to Muscat will be taken today, for a one night stay before moving on north.

Day 8: Muscat - Musandam

After breakfast you'll be transferred to the airport for a short flight to Musandam, on the Northern Peninsula. Here you'll have four nights to fully appreciate this unique area.

Day 9: Musandam

In the morning you can discover the dramatic mountainous scenery of the Peninsula, before enjoying an afternoon at leisure.

Day 10: Musandam

You may like to arrange a boat excursion with your hotel, or take advantage of the top class diving and snorkelling available.

Day 11: Musandam