Tour Yasmeen 8 Days Package

Day 1
Muscat-Sinkhole-Fins Beach-Wadi Shab-Sur-Ras Al Hadd

The tour departs from Muscat in the morning towards **Ras Al Hadd**. Our first stop will be the **Bimmah Sinkhole** (swimming in the sinkhole lake is possible), a water-filled depression that’s structurally a sinkhole within the limestone of eastern Muscat Governorate in Oman. This lake of turquoise waters is 50m by 70m wide and approximately 20m deep, located just 600m away from the sea, nestled between the coastal towns of Dibab and Bimmah village. The sinkhole was formed by a collapse of the surface layer due to the dissolution of the underlying limestone. To preserve this natural wonder, the local municipality developed a park there.

After the Sinkhole, we’ll make a stop at **Fins Beach**, also known as “white sands beach.” It opens up a panorama of strikingly white sands and an intriguingly pebbly beach, with sparkling turquoise waters and a soft, cool breeze.

**From Fins Beach**, we’ll drive towards **Wadi Shab**. This Wadi is an enormous canyon gorge, beautifully lined with palm trees and bearing impressive indications of nature’s power from mountain water. With a 35 to 40-minute hike up through the canyon (walking shoes are required), we’ll arrive at one of the crystal-clear water pools. Tourists can swim through the warm waters from pool to pool. **Eventually**, we’ll reach the last pool, where an opening among the enormous rocks allows us to swim into an incredible crevice cave featuring a small waterfall inside. Here, sunlight filters in from the outside, transforming the water into a beautiful turquoise blue, while water cascades down one side of the cave from the Wadi beyond.

**Then**, we’ll continue our journey to the city of **Sur**, famous for its Arabian Dhow Factory, where you can see traditional wooden Dhows being built. We’ll also visit the old part of Sur, where many houses are designed with classic wooden doors and windows.
The tour continues to **Ras Al Hadd**. In the evening, after dinner, we’ll take you to the **Turtle Sanctuary at Ras Al Jinz**. Here, we’ll go on a guided, beautiful walking tour on the beach at night under the stars. We have a high chance of seeing Oman’s magnificent sea turtles making their way onto the beach to build nests and lay eggs. **If you’re lucky**, you might even see baby turtles hatching from some nests.

Overnight in Ras Al Hadd (Turtle Beach Resort or Similar)

Day 2 Ras Al Hadd-Al Ashkharah-Jaalan-Wahiba Sands

From Ras Al Hadd in the morning, we’ll drive along the coastline, passing by many sea villages. The largest and most beautiful of these is **Al Ashkharah fishing village**, which primarily depends on fishing. We’ll visit **Al Ashkharah port**, where you’ll see many fishermen returning from the sea with huge quantities of fish and seafood.

**From there**, we’ll continue our trip to the desert (Wahiba Sands) through Jaalan. This spectacular desert has an area of 12,500 square kilometers, also known as Al Sharqiya Sands. Formerly known as “The Wahiba Sands,” it’s a region of desert in Oman, named for the Bani Wahiba tribe. It’s divided between the northern and southern Governorates in the eastern region, defined by a boundary of 180 km (110 mi) north to south and 80 km (50 mi) east to west. You can relax in the camp or take part in an adventurous 4×4 drive in the sand dunes. **Then**, we’ll watch the stunning desert sunset from one of the big sand dunes. We’ll finish the day with dinner at the camp.

Overnight in Wahiba Sands (Safari Desert Camp or Similar)

Day 3 Wahiba Sands-Wadi Bani Khalid-Wahiba Sands

In the morning, we’ll start our trip to **Wadi Bani Khalid**, one of the biggest and most beautiful Wadis in Oman. After reaching the magnificent Wadi, just a short walk of approximately 10 minutes (walking shoes are required) will lead you to sparkling, clear water pools, 9 meters in depth, perfect for a long swim. You can also relax and sunbathe in the beautiful scenic Wadi Canyon.
**After that**, we’ll head back to your camp in the desert.

Overnight in Desert Camp (Safari Desert Camp or Similar)

Day 4 Wahiba Sands-Al Mudhaireb-Ibra-Zukait Tower Tombs-Birkat Al Moz-Nizwa

In the morning, we’ll drive to **Al Mudhaireb**. You can walk a bit uphill, which will bring you within the ruins of the old village of Al Mudhaireb. The ruins are quite interesting, and you can explore the area. **However**, if you keep going uphill, you’ll see one of the many watchtowers of Al Mudhaireb. The views from that watchtower are quite nice, and once you’re there, you’ll notice about half a dozen other watchtowers in Al Mudhaireb.
Historically, each quarter of the village had its own watchtower to warn residents of attacks from other villages/quarters, and **consequently**, there would have been an old quarter under or nearby to each of these watchtowers.

**From there**, we’ll visit the old ancient village of **Ibra**, which is over 1000 years old and was built from mud and limestone. You can walk around the village; it’s not completely abandoned, as some people still live there.
**Next**, on the way to Nizwa, in the village of **Zukait**, we’ll stop at cylindrical tombs dating back to the third millennium BC. Located on a hilltop of Zukait, these tombs are made of mountain rock stacked to create a distinctive beehive shape.
**From there**, we’ll continue our journey to **Birkat Al Moz**. It boasts a large Falaj system that supplies water to date palms and vegetables for many orchards. It’s listed by UNESCO, and **therefore**, it’s well worth spending some time walking around the village.
Just a short drive from Birkat Al Moz to **Nizwa**, the old capital of Oman, we’ll arrive in Nizwa. After hotel check-in, you’ll have free leisure time for the rest of the day.

Overnight in Nizwa (Al Diyar Hotel or Similar)

Day 5 Nizwa Market (Souq) & Fort-Jabal Akhdar (Green Mountain)-Nizwa

Today, we’ll visit **Nizwa Souq**, where a wide variety of vendors offer their goods in the bustling streets. Here, you can find vegetables, pottery, jewelry, handicrafts, Omani sweets (Halwa), spice, dates, and souvenirs, all sold in authentic old market halls that few places can boast. **Especially interesting** is the Friday cattle market, when locals from nearby towns come to sell their goats, cattle, sheep, and chickens in a vibrant, circus-style open marketplace.

**Next to the Souq** is **Nizwa Fortress**. The Fort, now a museum, offers splendid views of this ancient town and the surrounding mountains. You can walk around this impressive fortress and visit its many rooms, passages, and towers. The Fort stands as an architectural testimony to the economic and military achievements of the early Yaruba dynasty from the mid-17th century. It was a military stronghold designed to withstand even the strongest attacks of its time. **Indeed**, even along its corridors, many traps were strategically laid to deter any intruders who might have penetrated the defenses.

**From Nizwa**, we’ll drive you up to **Jabal Akhdar**, known as “Green Mountain.” It’s considered one of the most scenic areas in Oman and is part of the Al Hajar Mountain Range. Jebel Akhdar is so-called because of the presence of green terraced gardens surrounding the villages, where a variety of fruits like pomegranates, apricots, apples, olives, grapes, roses, peaches, and walnuts are grown. **Furthermore**, there are interesting walks in Wadi Bani Habib, Shrejah, Al Ain, and Al Aqur.

Overnight in Nizwa (Al Diyar Hotel or Similar)

Day 6 Nizwa-Al Hamra-Misfah Al Abreyeen-Wadi Ghul-Wadi Nakhar-Grand Canyon (Jabal Shams)

In the morning, after checking out from our hotel, we’ll drive to **Misfah Al Abreyeen**. This picturesque village lies on a steep slope at the foot of Jebel Shams and consists of old homes and narrow streets. It boasts a falaj system that irrigates many orchards, date palms, and vegetables, making it well worth spending some time walking around the village.
**Then**, we’ll visit the ancient town of **Al Hamra**. From Al Hamra, we’ll drive to **Wadi Ghul**. The village of Wadi Ghul, 2000 years old, is located at the foot of Mountain Ghul and can be seen on your way to Jabal Shams. It has been abandoned by its inhabitants, with no one remaining, and was built of solid stones.

**From there**, we’ll drive into **Wadi Nakhar**, known for its beautiful sites and spectacular views. Its name is derived from the local word “necrosis,” meaning the process of rock sculpture or “erosion,” as the water of this valley formed during various time periods.

**Wadi Al Nakhar** is one of the deepest valleys in Oman due to its geographical characteristics. The great gap in Jabal Shams is considered to be the most important source of water, as its large opening leads to valleys and reefs that form the valley of Al Nakhar.

**Finally**, from there, we’ll start driving up to **Jebel Shams Mountain** (The Grand Canyon of Oman). This mountain road ascends to Jebel Shams at 3009 meters, making it one of the most adventurous mountains in Oman. It offers an exhilarating off-road experience and fantastic views. We’ll reach the canyon view, which is about 2000 meters high, where we’ll stop to enjoy the view and take photos. **Then**, just a short drive will take us to our Resort where we’ll spend the night.

Overnight in Jabal Shams (Sama Heights Resort or Similar)

Day 7 Jabal Shams-Balad Sayt-Snake Canyon-Wadi Bani Awf-Nakhal Fort-Muscat

In the morning, we’ll drive down the mountain on the other side (east) into **Wadi Bani Awf**. This mountain road offers an exciting off-road experience and fantastic views into dramatic Canyons and Wadis, as it winds down several kilometers before connecting with Wadi Bani Awf. We will pass several villages along the way, **with the most beautiful being** **Balad Sayt**, which is completely surrounded by mountains. **Once we reach the valley (Wadi Bani Awf)**, we’ll also pass by impressive Wadi Canyons, including the famous **Snake Canyon**. The road will lead us through the Wadi while passing numerous small villages.

**From there**, we’ll continue our journey to **Nakhal**. Here, you can visit the beautiful **Nakhal Fortress**, which lies at the foothills of the mountains in a charming small town known for its extensive date palm plantations. This magnificent 1500-year-old fortress rises majestically out of the mountain rock, towering high above the ancient village as if still warning potential attackers of its ominous strength. It has witnessed many battles and is packed full of hidden escape routes and secret passages. You can stroll around inside this beautifully restored fortress and explore all its rooms, which have been nicely decorated in the original old style. The view from the top of the Fortress, overlooking the mountains and lush green date plantations, is truly outstanding.
**Finally**, from Nakhal, we’ll drive back to Muscat, concluding our tour.

Starting Time:
08:00 AM

Including:

• Transportation by Air-Conditioned Vehicle 4WD
• 6 Nights Accommodation
• English Speaking Guide
• Private Round Trip
• Pick up & Drop off
• Bottled Water

Pick up Information:

WE PICK UP TRAVELERS FROM ANY PLACE IN MUSCAT:

• Muscat Harbor (For Shore Excursions Passengers)
• Muscat International Airport
• Residence
• Hotels