Essence of Arabia - Overland Trip

1 ½ weeks: Muscat to Dubai (KU-ME30)

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.

Tour Type: Small Group Tour

Countries Visited: Oman - United Arab Emirates

Age Guide: 18-55

Maximum Group Size: 16

Highlights

Oman

Muscat, Grand Mosque , Muttrah Souk , Mirani & Jalali Forts , Sultans Palace , Nizwah, Bahla Fort , Jabreen Fort , Nizwa Souk , Saiq Plateau , Wadi Bani Habib, Jamal Al Akhdar , Nizwa Fort , Al Hamra , Wadi Bani Awf , Bilat Said , Nakhl, Barka, Gulf of Oman , Bait Na’man , Sohar

Dubai

Dubai City , 4WD Desert Sand Dune Safari, BBQ Dinner in Desert , Dubai Sightseeing Tour , Palm Jumeira, Burj Al Arab Photo Stop , Jumeira Mosque Photo Stop , Al Fahidi Fort Museum , Spice Souk , Gold Souk , Sunset Dhow Cruise

Kitty Notes

What is included?

9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 4 Dinners

All Activities and Entrance Fees as per Itinerary

Escorted Tour – Local Guides

Airport Transfers

4WD Desert Safari

BBQ at Desert Camp

Sunset Dhow Cruise

Itineraries

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



Last updated: 8th June 2009

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