Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Muscat
You'll land at Muscat International Airport and head to your hotel in the evening. Get yourself settled and rest up for the days ahead.
- Day 2
Muscat
After breakfast, explore Muscat by foot or cab starting at the Sultan Qabus Mosque, keeping in mind you'll need to dress modestly. Walk through the Mutrah Souk with its aromatic spice shops, then stroll along the Mutrah Corniche for harbor views. You can visit the Bait Al Zubair Museum or Al-Alam Palace depending on your interests. By evening, grab dinner by the sea in the Qurum district and watch the sunset over the Gulf of Oman.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Sultan Qabus Mosque
- Stroll through Mutrah Souk
- Walk along Mutrah Corniche
- Lunch at local café
- Visit Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Visit Al-Alam Palace (exterior visit)
- Dinner by the sea in Qurum district
Landmarks Sultan Qabus Mosque Mutrah Souk Mutrah Corniche Bait Al Zubair Museum Al-Alam Palace - Day 3
Muscat to Hajar Mountains
Pick up your off-road vehicle with roof tent after breakfast and get a briefing on the route and driving conditions. Head toward the Hajar Mountains, checking out Nakhl Fort and the natural hot springs at Ain Thowarah. Navigate through Wadi Bani Awf with its dramatic gorges and mountain villages. That night you'll sleep under the stars in your rooftop tent.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Pick up off-road vehicle with roof tent
- Route briefing on security and driving conditions
- Visit Nakhl fort
- Relax at Ain Thowarah hot springs
- Drive through Wadi Bani Awf
Landmarks Nakhl Fort Ain Thowarah Wadi Bani Awf - Day 4
Jebel Shams
This is one of the best driving sections of the trip. See the terraced gardens and ancient falaj irrigation systems at Misfat Al Abriyeen, then visit the mud-house museum in Al Hamra. Continue up to Jebel Shams, the Grand Canyon of Oman, at over 2,000 meters with panoramic views from every angle. Another night in your rooftop tent surrounded by mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Misfat Al Abriyeen terraced gardens
- Explore falaj irrigation systems
- Visit Al Hamra mud-house museum
- Drive to Jebel Shams
- Mountain panorama viewing at Jebel Shams
Landmarks Misfat Al Abriyeen Al Hamra Jebel Shams 
- Day 5
Jebel Shams to Nizwa
After breakfast, visit Jabrin Fort with its ornate ceiling paintings and detailed architecture, then head to Bahla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the country's largest clay fort and traditional potteries throughout the old town. Later you'll reach Nizwa, Oman's former capital, where you'll sleep in a hotel tonight to recharge.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jabrin Fort
- Explore Bahla UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Bahla clay fort
- Explore traditional potteries in Bahla
Landmarks Jabrin Fort Bahla Fort Bahla 
- Day 6
Nizwa to Wahiba Sands
Start early to see the lively Nizwa Souq, particularly worthwhile on Fridays for the traditional cattle auction. Continue east to Al Minzafah in Ibra, then head to Wadi Bani Khalid for a swim in the crystal-clear natural pools. In the afternoon, reach Wahiba Sands with its red and gold dunes reaching up to 160 meters. That evening you'll spend the night in your rooftop tent watching the sunset over the desert.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Nizwa Souq
- Visit Al Minzafah old town in Ibra
- Swim in Wadi Bani Khalid natural pools
- Desert sunset at Wahiba Sands
Landmarks Nizwa Souq Al Minzafah Wadi Bani Khalid Wahiba Sands - Day 7
Wahiba Sands to Ras Al Jinz
Today you head to the coast. Start by checking out the Hamoda Mosque in Jalan Bani Bu Ali, then move to Oman's eastern beaches for swimming and relaxation in turquoise water. Later you'll reach Ras Al Jinz or Ras Al Hadd, where you can potentially see sea turtles coming ashore to lay eggs in the evening. Sleep under the stars in your rooftop tent right on the beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Hamoda Mosque in Jalan Bani Bu Ali
- Beach time in eastern Oman
- Sea turtle watching at Ras Al Jinz or Ras Al Hadd
Optional Activities
- Swimming in turquoise waters
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks Hamoda Mosque Ras Al Jinz Ras Al Hadd 
- Day 8
Ras Al Jinz to Muscat
Visit the coastal town of Sur in the morning to see the traditional dhow shipyard where wooden boats are still handcrafted. Drive along the scenic coastal road and stop for photos at the turquoise-colored Bimah Sinkhole. If time allows, explore Wadi Tiwi or Wadi Shaab. Head back to Muscat for an overnight stay before your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Sur traditional dhow shipyard
- Photo stop at Bimah Sinkhole
Optional Activities
- Visit Wadi Tiwi river oasis
- Visit Wadi Shaab river oasis
Landmarks Sur Bimah Sinkhole Wadi Tiwi Wadi Shaab - Day 9
Departure from Muscat
After breakfast, drive to Muscat airport and return your rental vehicle. Check in for your flight and depart.
- Meals
- Breakfast
