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Tour highlights
Enjoy stylish architecture at Muscat's Grand Mosque.
Imagine days gone by in the evocative forts.
Swim the turquoise waters of the Musandam Peninsula.
Explore Musandam's mountains and fjords.
Take a dhow cruise around the northern coast.
The specialist who creates your trip
"Plan your trip with an expert who’ll get to know you, listen to you, and guide your plans around exactly what trip you want to take."
Shannon, Country Specialist
Price:
12 days from £10,595pp
What's included in your Audley booking?
By booking one of our bespoke tours, you can rest assured that our experts will consider every aspect of your trip. We make sure that everything runs smoothly so you spend less time planning
and more time living!
Flights
Scheduled international and domestic flights
Connections
In-destination transfers
Activities
Activities and excursions as detailed
Accommodation
All accommodation
Support 24/7
24-hour support while you travel
Knowing we’ve taken care of everything
“We know that the small details make all the difference. It’s why we won’t stop finessing your trip until you say it’s just right. From the outset, we’ll focus on bringing the experience you want to life, down to the finest detail."
Itinerary idea
Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Muscat. Upon arrival in Muscat, you'll be met at the airport and driven to your hotel.
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![Coastline near Muscat]()
Coastline near Muscat -
![City view at night, Muscat]()
City view at night, Muscat -
![Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Muscat]()
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Muscat
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Accompanied by your private driver, you will have a half-day tour of the city's main sites, including the Bait Al Zubair Museum, the Grand Mosque, and Old Muscat.
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![Muscat, Oman]()
Muscat, Oman -
![Al Alam Palace, Muscat]()
Al Alam Palace, Muscat -
![Portugese Forts, Muscat]()
Portugese Forts, Muscat
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Day at leisure.
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![Men's caps in souq, Muscat]()
Men's caps in souq, Muscat -
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Muscat, Oman -
![Muscat, Oman]()
Muscat, Oman
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Leaving the coast behind, you travel inland through dramatic mountain scenery to Jebel Akhdar via the abandoned village of Birkat al Mauz.
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![Jebel Akhdar, Oman]()
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![Jebel Shams]()
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![Misfa]()
Misfa
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Today, you will visit the imposing Jabrin Fort, renowned for its painted ceilings. You'll also visit Bahla, before venturing along the impressive Wadi Ghul and Wadi Nakheer.
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![Jebel Akhdar]()
Jebel Akhdar -
![Jebel Akhdar]()
Jebel Akhdar -
![Goats at Jebel Akhdar, Oman]()
Goats at Jebel Akhdar, Oman
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Spend the day exploring Nizwa and the villages within the local area.
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![Goats at Jebel Akhdar, Oman]()
Goats at Jebel Akhdar, Oman -
![Jebel Akhdar, Oman]()
Jebel Akhdar, Oman -
![Wadi Sarab dam]()
Wadi Sarab dam
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The direct route back to Muscat will be taken today for a one-night stay before heading north.
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![Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Muscat]()
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Muscat -
![Arabian lamps at Muscat souq, Oman]()
Arabian lamps at Muscat souq, Oman -
![Bimmah Sinkhole]()
Bimmah Sinkhole
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After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport for a short flight to Dubai. There, you will be met and transferred to the Musandam Peninsula, the most northerly part of Oman. You'll have four nights to fully appreciate this unique area.
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![Jebel al Harim, Musandam Peninsula]()
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![Zighy village, Musandam]()
Zighy village, Musandam -
![Fjord on the Musandam Peninsula]()
Fjord on the Musandam Peninsula
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You may like to arrange a boat excursion with your hotel or take advantage of the top-class diving and snorkelling available.
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![Khasab Castle, Musandam]()
Khasab Castle, Musandam -
![Khasab Fort, Musandam]()
Khasab Fort, Musandam -
![Bukha Fort, Musandam]()
Bukha Fort, Musandam
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Day at leisure.
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![Musandam dhow cruise]()
Musandam dhow cruise -
![Musandam]()
Musandam
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Day at leisure.
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Transfer overland from Musandam to Dubai for your return flight. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
Accommodation
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The Chedi ![The Long Pool, Chedi Muscat]()
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Shangri-La Al Waha ![Pool, Al Waha, Muscat]()
Shangri-La Al Waha
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Al Bustan Palace ![Pool, Al Bustan Palace, Muscat]()
Al Bustan Palace
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Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa ![Al Husn, Muscat]()
Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa
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Alila Jabal Akhdar ![Alila Jabal Akhdar, Jebel Akhdar]()
Alila Jabal Akhdar
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Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa ![Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa]()
Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa
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Dusit D2 Naseem Resort ![Dusit D2 Naseem Resort]()
Dusit D2 Naseem Resort
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Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort ![Premier canyon view room balcony, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, Jebel Akhdar]()
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort
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Six Senses Zighy Bay ![Salt water pool, Six Senses at Zighy Bay, Musandam]()
Six Senses Zighy Bay
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- Muscat
- Jebel Akhdar
- Muscat
- Dubai
- The Musandam Peninsula
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When to go
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| Place | Daily max temperature (°C) | Monthly rainfall (mm) |
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| Muscat | ||
| Jebel Akhdar | ||
| The Musandam Peninsula |
