The Ultimate Muscat
The Ultimate Muscat
$436
The Ultimate Muscat
5 Days Starting and ending in Muscat, Oman
Visiting: Muscat, Nizwa
Tour operator:
Tour code:
13205
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
2 - 25
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on "The Ultimate Muscat" tour and immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning landscapes of Oman. This journey includes guided tours of Muscat, Nizwa, and Wadi Shab, offering a perfect blend of ancient and modern experiences. Explore the architectural marvels of the Grand Mosque, the bustling Muttrah souk, and the historical Bait Al Zubair Museum. Discover the cultural capital of Nizwa with its impressive forts and traditional souq, and venture into the natural beauty of Wadi Shab with its sparkling pools and dramatic landscapes. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, daily buffet breakfasts, and seamless transfers, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Muscat (Arrival)
Location: Muscat
Accommodation Name: Ibis Muscat
Meet & Greet at the airport by the Kurban Tours team. Transfer by private vehicle to your hotel – Overnight in Muscat.
Day 2 : Muscat Half Day City Tour
Location: Muscat
Accommodation Name: Ibis Muscat
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel, Pick up from your hotel. The tour will start from Shatti Al-Qurum (next to Intercontinental Hotel) . Being a rare blend of ancient & modern, Muscat is a beautiful city which lies in a maze of brown pleated Mountains. Lulled by the Arabian Sea, the city has undergone dramatic development in the past two or three decades. However, Muscat takes pride in the fact that it has preserved its lustrous culture & heritage. Our visit starts with a drive through the ministries' area, where you can see a number of modern buildings
with touches of ancient, Islamic architecture. Our first stop will be the Grand Mosque, which is an architectural marvel and perhaps the new landmark of the city. We will then visit the fish market and the folkloric Muttrah souk, with its narrow-covered alleys where you can
smell exotic aromas of mounds of spices, coffee beans, and ancient remedies, all enticing perfumes that fill the air. Next, engage in a visit to the Bait Al Zubair Museum, which has a fine exhibit of Omani history and culture, encompassing all of the area’s traditional values. You will also have a photo-stop at the magnificent Al Alam Palace (the official residence of Sultan Qaboos) flanked by the twin Portuguese forts of Mirani & Jalali. Tour will end in Mutrah souk & then transfer back to your hotel.
Day 3 : Full Day Nizwa Tour
Location: Nizwa
Accommodation Name: Ibis Muscat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at hotel, Pick up from your hotel. The tour will start from Shatti Al-Qurum (next to Intercontinental Hotel), Forts and castles are Oman’s most striking cultural landmarks and together with its towers and city walls, have historically been used as defensive look-out points. It is estimated that there are over 500 forts, castles and towers in Oman. Our today visit will include a few of the ones which are more remarkable & striking in their architecture & style. We start in the morning at 9 am to drive to the historic town of Nizwa, Oman’s cultural capital. Our first sop will be the charming ancestral village of BIRKAT AL MAWZ at the bottom of the GREEN mountain, JEBEL AKHDAR. We will then head to visit the beautiful Nizwa center with its Fort (outside visit) and its massive circular cannon Tower, making it one of the most impressive forts in Oman. We will walk through the traditional Nizwa Souq. Lunch in a local restaurant. After lunch we will proceed to the Jabreen Fort. The Jabrin Castle, built in 17th century, is one of the finest of its kind. Its magnificent plasterwork, the carved doors and the painted wooden beams of the ceilings makes this castle amazingly different. After we visit the Jabrin castle, we
will drive towards the JEBEL SHAMS one of the most famous mountains in OMAN, passing one of the oldest small towns of Oman Bahla with its fort (outside visit ) , before we reach back NIZWA downtown , from where we will drive smoothly to Muscat after a long day ! Tour will end in Avenue MALL & then transfer back to your hotel.
Day 4 : Discover The South And Wadi Shab
Location: Muscat
Accommodation Name: Ibis Muscat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at hotel, Pick up from your hotel. The tour will start from Shatti Al-Qurum (next to Intercontinental Hotel), this organized Gray line tour will take you through the mountainous and desert landscape. We will pass the coastal township of Quriyat before we reach WADI SHAB after approximately 1h30 drive.Our guide will take you for a great walk of 45mn to reach the natural pools and the cave . We will allow time for you to swim in the area's clear, sparkling waters, then we return to the base walking another 45mn. We will spend 3 hours in the WADI. Lunch will be the Wadi Shab resort. After lunch, we will continue travelling through the village of Finns and its famous white sand beaches, photo stop , and we drive the coastal scenic route to reach the dramatic Bimah Sinkhole, a miracle of nature, where again you will be able to swim in its half salted water . Then will commence our journey back to Muscat in a smooth drive after that active nature day of OMAN. Tour will end in Shatti Al Qurum , then we transfer you back to your hotel. Advice for that tour:
Sports style dress code + Tennis shoes, swimming suit, hat, towels, shorts & backpack ... Walk is long but easy to do for all ages, starting 5 years old.
Day 5 : Muscat (Departure)
Location: Muscat
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel. This morning you will be able to enjoy the hotel. Depending on your flight time you will be transferred to Muscat airport for final departure.
What's Included
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4 nights hotel accommodation in double sharing basis
Stay in a comfortable hotel for 4 nights on a double sharing basis.
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Day 2: Muscat Half Day City Tour – Tour with audio guide
Enjoy a half-day city tour of Muscat with an audio guide on the second day.
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Day 3: Full Day Nizwa Tour – Tour with audio guide
Experience a full-day tour of Nizwa with an audio guide on the third day.
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Personalized meet & assist upon arrival at the airport
Receive personalized meet and assist services upon arrival at the airport.
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Day 4: Discover the South and Wadi Shab – Tour with audio guide
Explore the South and Wadi Shab with an audio guide on the fourth day.
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Round trip transfers from the airport to the hotel and vice versa by a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle
Benefit from round trip transfers between the airport and the hotel in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle.
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Accommodation in the above-mentioned hotels or same hotel category according to the periods mentioned or we guarantee similar hotels at same rates & conditions
Stay in the mentioned hotels or similar hotels of the same category, guaranteed at the same rates and conditions.
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Daily Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Enjoy a daily buffet breakfast at the hotel.
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Local taxes except VAT
Local taxes are included, except for VAT.
What's Not Included
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Optional excursions
Optional excursions are not included in the package.
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Flights
Flights to and from the destination are not included.
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Porterage & Personal expenses
Porterage and personal expenses are not covered.
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Visa fees if needed
Visa fees, if required, are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with round trip transfers from the airport to the hotel and vice versa by a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay at the Ibis Muscat, offering double sharing rooms with daily buffet breakfast and local taxes included.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights of hotel accommodation on a double sharing basis. The specific hotel mentioned is Ibis Muscat, but similar hotels of the same category are guaranteed if needed.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, round trip transfers from the airport to the hotel and vice versa by a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle are included in the tour package.
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What meals are included in the tour?
Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel is included in the tour package.
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Is there a guide provided during the tours?
Yes, the tours include an audio guide for the Muscat Half Day City Tour, Full Day Nizwa Tour, and the Discover the South and Wadi Shab tour.
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What activities are included in the Muscat Half Day City Tour?
The Muscat Half Day City Tour includes visits to the Grand Mosque, the fish market, the folkloric Muttrah souk, Bait Al Zubair Museum, and a photo-stop at the Al Alam Palace flanked by the twin Portuguese forts of Mirani and Jalali.
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What can I expect during the Full Day Nizwa Tour?
The Full Day Nizwa Tour includes visits to the ancestral village of Birkat Al Mawz, Nizwa Fort, Nizwa Souq, Jabreen Fort, and a drive through Jebel Shams and Bahla. Lunch is provided at a local restaurant.
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What should I bring for the Discover the South and Wadi Shab tour?
For the Discover the South and Wadi Shab tour, it is advised to wear sports-style clothing, tennis shoes, a swimming suit, a hat, towels, shorts, and bring a backpack. The walk is long but easy to do for all ages starting from 5 years old.
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Are there any optional excursions available?
Yes, optional excursions are available but are not included in the tour package.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, flights are not included in the tour package.
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Are visa fees included in the tour package?
No, visa fees are not included in the tour package and need to be arranged separately if required.
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How does Today Voyages work?
We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?
Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
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What is an additional excursion or tour optional?
Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
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What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?
If you purchase one of our Group vacation packages, you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and will be traveling with other like-minded travelers you may not know. The group size depends on the tour you select. If you purchase one of our Private vacation packages, you will be traveling only within your group of friends. You may or may not be escorted by a professional tour guide; this depends on the type of private tour you are interested in.
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When and how will I receive the travel documents (vouchers)?
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What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?
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The majority of our tours are confirmed at the time of booking. This means that, after submitting the payment online, you will receive an order confirmation email; make sure to save this email and to note down your confirmation number for any future communication with us. Some tours may be sold on a 'on request' basis. This means that for these tours we reserve the right to check the availability of your spot(s) with the Tour Operator before confirming the tour to you. As soon as you submit the payment online for a 'on request' tour you will receive an email notification that confirms your order request. Within 72 hours, you will receive either a confirmation email or a denial email. Do not worry... we will do everything we can to confirm your tour!
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Free Date Changes
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Low Deposit
Today Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of today voyages charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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