Essence of Arabia
Trip Details
- Duration: 10 day(s) days
- Visited Areas: Middle East
The Sultanate of Oman on the Gulf of Arabia, is a land steeped in history with a fascinating culture. It is a country of dramatic landscapes, with rugged mountains, arid deserts, lush green plains, and beautiful beaches. We begin in the historic city of Muscat and explore ancient forts and castles, colourful souqs, historic villages, wadis and the mountainous area around Jabal Al Akhdar. We relax at a resort in Barka, before our journey continues to Dubai, one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. In Dubai we head off into the desert to explore the dunes and enjoy a BBQ at a desert camp. We see the sights of the city, wander around the fascinating spice and gold souqs, and sail into the sunset on a dhow cruise.
Itinerary
Day 1
Join Muscat ? Arrival Transfer Included
Day 2
Muscat City Tour ? Grand Mosque, Muttrah Souk, Al-Alam Palace, Jalili Fort
Day 3
Drive to Nizwa ? Bahla Fort, Pottery Factory, Jabreen Fort
Day 4
Nizwa - Nizwa Souk, Saiq Plateau, Wadi Bani Habib, Jamal Al Akhdar
Day 5
Nizwa Fort, Drive to Barka via Al Hamra, Bilat Sait, Wadi Bani Awf, Nakhl
Day 6
Barka - Free Day at Resort
Day 7
Drive via Bait Na?man to Sohar
Day 8
Drive to Dubai City ? 4WD Desert Sand Dune Safari, BBQ Dinner at Desert Camp
Day 9
Dubai ? Free Morning. Afternoon City Tour ? Palm Jumeira, Burj Al Arab, Jumeira Mosque, Al Fahidi Fort, Spice Souk, Gold Souk. Sunset Dhow Cruise
Day 10
Tour Ends Dubai ? Departure Transfer Included