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 , SoharDubai
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 CruiseKitty Notes
What is included?
9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 4 DinnersAll 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 1Join Muscat – Arrival Transfer Included
Day 2Muscat City Tour – Grand Mosque, Muttrah Souk, Al-Alam Palace, Jalili Fort
Day 3Drive to Nizwa – Bahla Fort, Pottery Factory, Jabreen Fort
Day 4Nizwa - Nizwa Souk, Saiq Plateau, Wadi Bani Habib, Jamal Al Akhdar
Day 5Nizwa Fort, Drive to Barka via Al Hamra, Bilat Sait, Wadi Bani Awf, Nakhl
Day 6Barka - Free Day at Resort
Day 7Drive via Bait Na’man to Sohar
Day 8Drive to Dubai City – 4WD Desert Sand Dune Safari, BBQ Dinner at Desert Camp
Day 9Dubai – Free Morning. Afternoon City Tour – Palm Jumeira, Burj Al Arab, Jumeira Mosque, Al Fahidi Fort, Spice Souk, Gold Souk. Sunset Dhow Cruise
Day 10Tour Ends Dubai – Departure Transfer Included
Last updated: 8th June 2009

