Die Highlights von Oman

Die Highlights von Oman

• Trip code: 411X000
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Classic

Oman remains one of the last great undiscovered parts of the Middle East. Here, ancient heritage melds beautifully with modern living. Overnight in the dramatic Wahiba Sands desert and take a dip in the beautiful Wadi Bani Khalid. Still looking for something off the beaten path? Visit Wadi Nakhr, also known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, to get even deeper into Oman’s ethereal beauty — natural and otherwise.

Übersicht

Checklist

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Size Notes

Max. 16, im Schnitt 12

Meals Included

7 Frühstück, 1 Mittagessen, 1 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD210-275 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Start / Finish

von Muscat

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Sidab Cooking Class, Sidāb
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Muscat city tour. Bimmah Sinkhole and Sur dhow shipyard visit. Wahiba Sands desert camp. Cooking class in Sedab. Swimming in Wadi Bani Khalid. Explore the Muttrah Souq. Nizwá market. Mud houses of Misfat al Abyreen walk

Optional Activities

Wādī Banī Khālid
- Wandern und Schwimmen in Wādī Banī Khālid

Nizwá
- Besuch im Fort Nizwá (5OMR pro Person)

Accommodation

Hotel (6 N), Zeltlager in der Wüste (1 N)

Transport

Zu Fuß, privater Bus, Allradfahrzeug

Group Leader

CEO während der ganzen Reise, lokale Guides

Highlights

Time to explore the city highlights of Muscat, Watch the sunset from a desert camp, Visit the market in Nizwá, Marvel in the canyon views of Jebel Shams

Introduction

Oman remains one of the last great undiscovered parts of the Middle East. Here, ancient heritage melds beautifully with modern living. Overnight in the dramatic Wahiba Sands desert and take a dip in the beautiful Wadi Bani Khalid. Still looking for something off the beaten path? Visit Wadi Nakhr, also known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, to get even deeper into Oman’s ethereal beauty — natural and otherwise

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Maskat

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich

Day 2 Maskat

Explore some of the highlights of the city including the Grand Mosque, the Bait Al Zubair Museum, and the historic souk in Muttrah, and explore local flavours with a local cooking class over lunch

Day 3 Muscat/Sur

Leave Muscat behind and drive along the coast towards the picturesque Bimmah Sinkhole. Continue to Sur, renowned in the past for its dhow shipyards, before enjoying a free evening to explore however you wish

Day 4 Sur/Wahiba Sands

Fahrt zu Wādī Banī Khālid, eine felsige Oase im östlichen Hadschar-Gebirge voller natürlicher Becken. Später beginnt das Abenteuer in der Wüste: Zwischen den Dünen geht es zum Wüstenlager, das wir gerade rechtzeitig zum Sonnenuntergang erreichen. Genieße abends ein Essen mit traditioneller Musik rund ums offene Feuer

Day 5 Wahiba Sands/Nizwá

Wir lassen die Wüste hinter uns und reisen nach Ibra, wo wir das beeindruckende Schloss von Jabrin besichtigen. Weiter geht es nach Nizwá mit einem Zwischenstopp bei der historischen Festung von Bahla

Day 6 Nizwá

Wake early to take part in the weekly Nizwá market. Watch locals buy and trade local wares and experience true Omani community. Continue to Jebel Shams and take in view of Wadi Nakhr known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, then the town of Al Hamra and visit the renowned stone houses of Misfat Al Abriyeen. Return to Nizwa for free time to explore the Souq

Day 7 Nizwá/Muscat

Erkunde den Dschabal Schams und sieh dir Wadi Nakhr an, auch bekannt als Grand Canyon des Oman. Fahrt durch das Wadi Bani Awf mit seinen wunderschönen steilen Felswänden bis zum Endpunkt der Schlucht („Snake Point“). Weiter geht es nach Maskat

Day 8 Muscat

Abreise zu jeder Zeit möglich

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Maskat

Day 2 Maskat

Modesty is mandatory for everyone when visiting the Grand Mosque. Men must wear long pants and shirts must cover shoulders (if you have tattoos, they must be fully covered by your clothing). Women must be fully covered including heads, full arms and full legs. We recommend not wearing jewelry unless it is fully covered by your clothing. Proper Omani outfits for men and women can be rented should you wish, and our CEO will be happy to answer any questions or assist in preparing the correct outfits to visit the mosque.

Day 3 Muscat/Sur

Day 4 Sur/Wahiba Sands

At Wahabi Sands we will stay at a desert lodge with restaurant and cafe. We will overnight in comfortable tents with beds and private bathrooms, there is no A/C in the tents.

Day 5 Wahiba Sands/Nizwá

Day 6 Nizwá

Day 7 Nizwá/Muscat

Day 8 Muscat