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UAE & OMAN: Modernism to Traditions - Escorted Tour in 4* Hotels – Full Board Plan

11 days
From Dubai to Muscat
4.3
10 traveler reviews
UAE & OMAN: Modernism to Traditions - Escorted Tour in 4* Hotels – Full Board Plan - DMC Arabia Tourism
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 25
Age range 3 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore Dubai's iconic Burj Al Arab
  • Experience a thrilling desert safari
  • Visit the grand Sheikh Zayed Mosque
  • Discover the ancient Al Ain Palace
  • Cruise through Musandam's fjords

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Sunday - Dubai (Arrival)
  2. Day 2 Monday - Dubai (70km)
  3. Day 3 Tuesday: Dubai – Abu Dhabi (140km)
  4. Day 4 Wednesday: Abu Dhabi - Al Ain (150km)
  5. Day 5 Thursday: Al Ain – Sharjah – Dubai (147km)
  6. Day 6 Friday: Dubai - Musandam Cruise (Oman) - Dubai (165km)
  7. Day 7 Dubai - Sohar- Muscat (420km)
  8. Day 8 Sunday: Muscat (70km)
  9. Day 9 Monday: Muscat - Sur- Wahiba (340km)
  10. Day 10 Tuesday - Wahiba Sands – Nizwa (200km)
  11. Day 11 Wednesday - Nizwa - Muscat - Departure (150km)
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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

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  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Number of tours

32

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.8
  • 4.4
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  • UAE & OMAN: Modernism to Traditions - Escorted Tour in 4* Hotels – Full Board Plan reviewer 1
    · February 1st, 2025
    I have travelled to over 100 countries with various travel agencies. I have to say that this is the worst tour that I have ever taken. My fellow travellers all agreed that we will NEVER travel with this tour company again. We did not get our hotel list only few days before departure and we have to ask them multiple times before we finally got it. Fellow travellers who joined Wingbuddy got their hotel list and details on Dec 30 2024. We have requested for twin bed and was told that they will request but availability is subject to the hotel's occupancy. We went to all hotels and they told us that they never received the request. Thankfully all hotels were helpful and were able to accommodate our request. We were the only 2 travellers who have no idea what to do with our Oman visa while the rest of the group shared that Windbuddy took care of it for them. The tour is composed of members who joined the tour with different itineraries and duration. The guide in UAE was a poor communicator. He would share tour info generally and we had no idea if that info applied to whom? We ended up having some tour members double booking their optional tours with no refund. The tour guide told us tickets to some sites are sold out but he can get tickets for us for a much higher price. When my fellow travellers arrived at the site, tickets were available for sale at the regular and posted price!! On leaving UAE, I do not feel that I have visited UAE as I know so little about its culture, etc except I have seen a few buildings. The only saving grace for this tour is the Oman guide Mahmood Al Hinai. He is professional and informative. He shared info with us systematically and was very respectful towards each and everyone of us. He attends to details and is very considerate. We learned so much about Oman that we felt we have really visited the country. I would never recommend this tour to anyone.
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Hello Ms. Mary, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. Your concerns are important to us, and we will review them thoroughly to improve our services. We appreciate your positive... Show more
    Trip date: January 2025
  • UAE & OMAN: Modernism to Traditions - Escorted Tour in 4* Hotels – Full Board Plan reviewer 2
    · January 31st, 2025
    This tour is twice removed from the actual tour provider (Kurban) and everyone on the tour had a little different trip...very confusing. Plus we were combined with French and Italian groups... quite a large mish mosh. UAE Guide was terrible, just going through the motions and marking up site tickets. Hotels and food were excellent.
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Hello Ms. Roberta, Thank you for your feedback. We regret to hear about the confusion and challenges you faced during the tour. Your concerns will be reviewed to improve our services. We're glad you enjoyed the hotels and food, and we appreciate you... Show more
    Trip date: January 2025
  • UAE & OMAN: Modernism to Traditions - Escorted Tour in 4* Hotels – Full Board Plan reviewer 3
    · December 8th, 2024
    Very good driver and guide.
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Hello Ms. Nimpa, Thank you for your feedback! Were glad to hear that you were pleased with both the driver and guide. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another tour in the future. Regards, DMC Arabia Tourism
    Trip date: November 2024
  • DB
    · February 18th, 2024
    Good overall trip but the brochure needs some updating as some sights are closed and will continue to be so for a very long time. It was distracting having different groups come and go from the UAE portion. In the Oman portion we had two different language guides which was also distracting. Grayline vehicles had problems several times and caused us to join other buses and other bus breakdown passengers to join us. It was not ideal. Due to picking up other stranded tourists we had one hour to gallop through the Louvre in Abu Dhabi! Guides were scrambling to cover the itinerary. Oman part of the tour was much better organized with the same small group. Hotels were fine and the food was very good everywhere. A welcome meeting would have been a nice thing. We had no idea when to meet on the first morning.
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Hi Dianne, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We apologize for any inconveniences experienced during your trip, and we appreciate your valuable input. We will take your comments into consideration to improve our services and ensure a smoother... Show more
    Trip date: February 2024
  • DT
    · December 18th, 2023
    It was a great trip that I enjoyed tremendously. The heated swimming pools were incredible and I loved them open so late and very warm water. The only thing I would say we needed more time shopping. Some stops we were given 35 minutes to buy dresses and jewelry. Very difficult to do
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Dear Ms. Donna, Greetings!! We're thrilled you had a fantastic trip and enjoyed our heated pools. Your feedback on shopping time is noted; we appreciate your input. We'll strive to enhance the experience for future visits. Looking forward to hosting... Show more
    Trip date: December 2023
  • M
    · November 16th, 2023
    This was one of the best experiences of my life. Met some amazing people and had the most incredible tour guide
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Hi Michael , Thank you for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your trip and we hope to see you on another tour again soon! :), Thanks for sharing your review with us and the travel community. With regards, GrayLine UAE & Oman
    Trip date: November 2023
  • MM
    · May 28th, 2023
    Great experience! The tour was filled with cultural places, shopping and fantastic food.
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our "Modernism to Traditions from Dubai to Muscat with Fully Live Guided Tour!" We're absolutely thrilled that you had a great experience filled with cultural places, shopping, and fantastic food. It means... Show more
    Trip date: May 2023
  • F
    · April 10th, 2022
    Breathtaking I have had the time of my life. It has been an amazing experience. I can't say how much I enjoyed it. Burj Khalifa in Dubai was amazing and the landscapes in Oman are breathtaking. I joined to the tour on my own but I met marvelous travel companions. I have to give a very special mention for Mohammed (travel guide in Oman). He made the difference of the tour. He is really professional and loves his work. All decisions he makes are for customers can take the most of the tour. He is wise, sensible, sensitive and really fun person! I will have these memories in my heart and mind all my life. This tour is really a good value for money. If by the way you are looking for a trip around UAE and Oman, please don't hesitate to join to Grayline UAE & oMAN. You will have a terrific time without doubt!
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Hi Freddie, Thank you for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your trip and we hope to see you on another tour again soon! :), Thanks for sharing your review with us and the travel community. With regards, GrayLine UAE & Oman
    Trip date: April 2022
  • AM
    · April 3rd, 2022
    This trip was fantastic. It was packed with lots of activities and places to see. Really got an in-depth insight on UAE - Oman historic culture. The itinerary was very fast paced and we got to see a lot, which was desired. The tour was very organized and our group guide, Mohammed was very knowledgeable of the places we visited. The hotel, although basic, was clean and very comfortable. The food and drink was quite good from the included meals. Mohammed did his best to accommodate everyone. I'd recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see as much as possible in such a short time frame. The schedule is strict but well worth the sights.
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Dear Ms. Amelia, We’re so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Your review made our day! Our whole team works very hard to keep our customers happy. Thanks again, and we hope to serve you again soon! :) Sincerely, GrayLine UAE & Oman
    Trip date: March 2022
  • UAE & OMAN: Modernism to Traditions - Escorted Tour in 4* Hotels – Full Board Plan reviewer 10
    · March 6th, 2022
    This was my first time traveling to UAE through Grayline and everything thing went like clockwork. My trip took me to Oman and I had a fantastic time there! There were hardly any glitches but when there was our tour guide did everything in his power to accommodate. It was an awesome experience! We've got the best deals at cheap & reasonable prices.
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    DMC Arabia Tourism commented on this review
    Hi Harry, Thanks so much for sharing your feedback about our service. We’re glad to hear that our team’s performance exceeded your expectations, and we’ll make sure that our tour guide receives the recognition he deserves. Thank you again.With Kind... Show more
    Trip date: February 2022

Dates & Availability

11 days
UAE & OMAN: Modernism to Traditions - Escorted Tour in 4* Hotels – Full Board Plan
From Dubai to Muscat

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    Suzanna

    Asked on March 30th, 2025

    What is included in the price for the hotel accommodations?

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    Price / Availability
    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten April 2025

      The hotel price includes all meals as specified; Days 2 to 10 provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while Day 11 provides breakfast and lunch only.

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    Caroline

    Asked on March 13th, 2025

    What is the airport pickup process upon arrival?

    Flights / Transfers
    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten March 2025

      A designated driver will be waiting for you at the airport with your name on a sign.

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    James

    Asked on January 15th, 2025

    How many people do you have scheduled to take this tour on this date?

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      James

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      At the end of the tour, can you take us to the airport in Muscat?

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      James

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      What will the weather be overthere for this tour?

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      James

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Do I need to cover my hair?

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      James

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Do we need any visas to enter UAE and Oman?

    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten January 2025

      As of now, we have 7 travelers joining on this date.

    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes drop is included.

    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten January 2025

      The temperature in the UAE and Oman is approximately 20-24 degrees during the morning until the afternoon and 17-20 degrees from the evening until the morning

    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten January 2025

      There are only certain places where you are required to cover your hair, especially during mosque visits. Otherwise, it is okay not to cover your hair.

    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten January 2025

      US passport holders and Canadian passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in the UAE and Oman.

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      James

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      On February 12, from what time Are you droping off the passengers at Muscat Airport?

    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten January 2025

      I recommend booking the departure flight for after 2100 hrs.

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    Ioanna

    Asked on December 25th, 2024

    How can I confirm the hotel where the tour starts?

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    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten December 2024

      We will send you the hotel name and confirmation details two weeks before the departure date.

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    Colleen

    Asked on December 16th, 2024

    I am a Canadian citizen planning to get the UAE visa on arrival. Is this good enough to travel to Musandam on Day 6 and return to Dubai the same date? Do I need to apply for multiple entry for Oman? Does that mean I have to pay the Border Exit fee twice, on Day 6 and Day 7?

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    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten December 2024

      Canadian citizens do not require a visa for the UAE and Oman. Please kindly double-check with the airline. Entrance fee is approx 40-50aed (15-20CAD). Exit fee is approx 40-50aed (15-20CAD).

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    Emma

    Asked on November 21st, 2024

    Interested in the modernization to tradition tour, however I need to be in Muscat on the 11 or 12th of December 25. Can this work?

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    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten November 2024

      Sorry, we do not have a departure date that falls on December 11 or 12 to Muscat. Our departure dates in December 2025 are December 7 and December 14. If the guest prefers, they can book for December 7, and they will be in Muscat on December 13.

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    Mario

    Asked on November 14th, 2024

    What should I do if I want extra nights before the tour?

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    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten November 2024

      You can book extra nights for USD 102 per room, including breakfast.

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    Benjamin

    Asked on November 11th, 2024

    Is travel insurance required for the tour?

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    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten November 2024

      Travel insurance is not required, but it is highly recommended for your own protection.

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    Francette

    Asked on October 8th, 2024

    Is there a risk of missing my flight if I book a trip?

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    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten October 2024

      It's a bit risky; we advise you to book your flight after the tour ends, ideally after 9 PM.

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    Pat

    Asked on September 11th, 2024

    Are there group size restrictions for the tour?

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    • DMC Arabia TourismOperatorWritten September 2024

      Yes, a minimum of 2 persons is required to proceed with the booking.

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Tour ID: 219859

  • Currencies
    ر.ع.
    Rial Omani
    Oman
    د.إ
    UAE Dirham
    United Arab Emirates
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Oman. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Oman and United Arab Emirates. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Oman and United Arab Emirates. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Oman and United Arab Emirates. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Oman. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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