Itinerary
- Day 1
Departure
Your journey to Oman starts today. You'll leave behind your regular routine and head toward a country that shifts dramatically from modern cities to endless dunes, rugged mountains to turquoise blue wadis. Today is all about getting to the airport and beginning your adventure.
- Day 2
Nizwa
You'll land in Nizwa, considered the cultural and spiritual heart of Oman. After picking up your rental 4x4, head into the souks where you can wander through stalls overflowing with gold, spices, pottery and dates. Don't miss the iconic Nizwa Fort, which sits as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with great views looking out over the green oasis and the Hajar Mountains stretching behind it.
Included Activities
- Pick up rental 4x4 vehicle
- Explore Nizwa souks
Optional Activities
- Visit Nizwa Fort (entrance fee)
Landmarks Nizwa Fort Hajar Mountains - Day 3
Misfat Al Abriyyin - Wadi Nakhar
Today you're driving into the Omani countryside to see ancient mud towns and dramatic landscapes. You'll check out Al Hamra, one of the oldest mud towns at nearly 400 years old, then head to Misfat Al Abriyyin with its narrow stone houses and traditional falaj irrigation system. Later on, you'll hike the Misfat Trek through oasis fields and finish at Wadi Nakhar (Grand Canyon of Oman) to catch sunset painting the golden canyon walls.
Included Activities
- Explore Al Hamra old town
- Visit Misfat Al Abriyyin
- Hike Misfat Trek
- Visit Wadi Nakhar
Landmarks Al Hamra Misfat Al Abriyyin Wadi Nakhar - Day 4
Nizwa
You'll wake early at 06:00 to experience the legendary Friday goat market where locals haggle and the energy runs high. From there, you can wander the old town's narrow alleyways and mud-plastered houses with their spice-scented streets. Later you'll drive to see Al Aqr farmers' terraces with date palms and mango trees, then continue on to Birkat al Mouz where half-ruined mud houses show off a centuries-old irrigation system.
Included Activities
- Visit Nizwa Friday goat market
- Explore Nizwa old town
- Visit Al Aqr farmers' terraces
- Visit Birkat al Mouz
Landmarks Nizwa Goat Market Birkat al Mouz - Day 5
Nizwa to Jabal Akhdar
Today's a road trip toward the mountains. You'll drive toward Jabal Akhdar and stop at Wadi Tanuf, a dramatic gorge featuring abandoned village ruins and crystal-clear pools. Diana's Viewpoint comes next, offering epic mountain landscapes stretching out in all directions. By evening you'll arrive at your hotel high in the Hajar Mountains, where you can watch the sunset spread across canyons and peaks (around 80°F/27°C cooling to 65°F/18°C).
Included Activities
- Visit Wadi Tanuf
- Stop at Diana's Viewpoint
- Scenic drive to Jabal Akhdar
Optional Activities
- Short hike at Wadi Tanuf
Landmarks Wadi Tanuf Diana's Viewpoint - Day 6
Jabal Akhdar
You'll wake up on the 'Green Roof of Oman' with views plunging down into deep canyons and lush green terraces below. Drive to Wadi Bani Habib, an abandoned mountain village filled with dilapidated mud houses surrounded by dense gardens. Explore the Saiq plateau where winding mountain roads cut through pomegranate and apricot groves. If you want that adrenaline rush, there's an optional Via Ferrata climbing experience available in Alila Canyon.
Included Activities
- Visit Wadi Bani Habib
- Explore Saiq plateau
- Scenic mountain drives
Optional Activities
- Via Ferrata climbing tour in Alila Canyon (booking required, costs apply)
Landmarks Wadi Bani Habib Saiq Plateau - Day 7
Jabal Akhdar to Wahiba Sands
You're beginning your descent from the mountains today, and the landscape changes dramatically as you move from cooler peaks down to golden dunes. Drive past shimmering desert landscapes heading toward Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp, which sits hidden between the dunes. Check in to cozy chalets with handmade furniture and settle in for regional delicacies by the campfire under a clear starry sky.
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through changing landscape
- Check-in at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp
Landmarks Wahiba Sands Desert - Day 8
Wahiba Sands
You'll start early in the Wahiba Sands after breakfast to explore the desert landscape. Book a dune drive at camp or cruise the roads independently to discover the terrain. During the afternoon head to Wadi Bani Khalid, a turquoise oasis that seems to appear out of nowhere, where you can swim and hike through rocky gorges. Back at camp by evening, you'll enjoy an open-air cinema experience with beanbags and flickering torches lighting up the stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at camp
- Visit Wadi Bani Khalid
- Swimming at oasis
- Hike through rocky gorges
Optional Activities
- Dune drive at camp (booking required, costs apply)
Landmarks Wadi Bani Khalid - Day 9
Wahiba Sands to Muscat
Your last morning in the desert means watching the golden sunrise spread across the dunes. Then you'll drive toward Muscat, stopping in Sur to see traditional dhow boats. Later you'll check out Wadi Shab for a short hike and swim between rock faces to reach a hidden cave. As the day ends, you'll arrive at Qurum Beach in Muscat to catch the sunset over the open sea with salt air and memories from these past days.
Included Activities
- Scenic drive from desert to coast
- Visit Sur
- Hike and swim at Wadi Shab
- Visit Qurum Beach
Landmarks Sur Wadi Shab Qurum Beach - Day 10
Muscat
You'll start exploring Muscat's highlights with the magnificent Sultan Qaboos Mosque (entrance fee applies), an architectural marvel spanning 40,000 square meters. Walk through the old town and visit Bait Al Zubair Museum if that interests you (entrance fee optional). Photograph Al Alam Palace with its golden domes, then lose yourself in the maze of Muttrah Souq where spices and silver jewelry fill the air. Grab local food and decide what calls to you most, whether that's the corniche, a beach, or more cultural sights.
Included Activities
- Explore Muscat old town
- Photo stop at Al Alam Palace
- Wander Muttrah Souq
Optional Activities
- Visit Sultan Qaboos Mosque (entrance fee)
- Visit Bait Al Zubair Museum (entrance fee)
- Sample local delicacies in souq
Landmarks Sultan Qaboos Mosque Al Alam Palace Muttrah Souq Bait Al Zubair Museum - Day 11
Daymaniyat Islands
You'll set out by boat today toward the Daymaniyat Islands with white sand beaches and turquoise water. Snorkel in crystal-clear blue waters where vibrant coral reefs and schools of fish surround you, and you might spot giant sea turtles if you're lucky. After lunch, there's a BBQ on the boat between dive spots. You'll head back to shore with salt-soaked hair and heart full of memories from this perfect ocean day.
- Meals
- Lunch (BBQ lunch served on boat)
Included Activities
- Boat trip to Daymaniyat Islands
- Two snorkeling sessions
- BBQ lunch on boat
Landmarks Daymaniyat Islands - Day 12
Muscat Surroundings
Today you're exploring the area around Muscat starting with Bimmah Sinkhole, a huge crater filled with emerald green water perfect for cooling off on a warm day (around 85°F/29°C). Drive along the scenic coast to Fins Beach with white sand and clear water where you can relax. Stop at Muttrah Corniche for a harbor-side break watching fishing boats and visiting cafes. If you want, climb the steps to Muttrah Fort for evening city views.
Included Activities
- Visit Bimmah Sinkhole
- Visit Fins Beach
- Stop at Muttrah Corniche
Optional Activities
- Climb steps to Muttrah Fort for evening views
- Picnic at Fins Beach
Landmarks Bimmah Sinkhole Fins Beach Muttrah Corniche Muttrah Fort - Day 13
Off-Road Adventure
You're heading into the Omani hinterland on dusty gravel roads in your 4x4 today. Discover Wadi Al Arbeieen, a hidden oasis with palm trees and natural pools where you can take a refreshing dip. Drive through the Hajar Mountains on winding hairpin bends until you reach Wadi Dayqah Dam, one of Oman's largest reservoirs with stunning panoramic views stretching out. Take an off-road route to secluded Yiti Beach with turquoise water, then return to Muscat for a well-deserved rooftop drink to wrap up the day.
Included Activities
- Visit Wadi Al Arbeieen
- Drive through Hajar Mountains
- Visit Wadi Dayqah Dam
- Visit Yiti Beach
Optional Activities
- Rooftop drink in Muscat
Landmarks Wadi Al Arbeieen Wadi Dayqah Dam Yiti Beach - Day 14
Departure
Your final morning in Oman arrives. Sip karak tea as the sun rises over Muscat, and if time allows, take a last stroll on Qurum Beach or sit at a harborside cafe thinking back over the past two weeks. Pack your bags and all the memories you've collected, then head to the airport for your departure flight home.
Optional Activities
- Final visit to Qurum Beach
- Relaxation at café on Corniche
