The capital of the Sultanate of Oman is a cosmopolitan city with a distinct flavour of its own – a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. For the adventurous, it offers everything from dune bashing to deep-sea diving and calm and pristine beaches for those who want to unwind at leisure. In addition to the authentic Arabian spread, varied international cuisine is also available to indulge every palate. With bustling shopping malls and theme parks for children, it’s a perfect holiday destination for your family.
The ideal destination for a perfect holiday with lots of things to do and places to visit, or simply relax. Made all the more attractive with the fabulous holiday package. Experience the varied sightseeing attractions, choice of world-class hotel and other value added services. Be a part of this magical Muscat experience, with the Oman Air Holidays package tailored just for you.
Leisure Activities
A tranquil haven for quiet thoughts, Muscat is the place to unwind offering Golf, Cruise& Boat Rides, Beaches, Diving, Game Fishing, Dolphin watching,Cinema Halls, Go-Karting.
Shopping
A shoppers paradise and the best place to find that perfect gift. Muscat City Center, Markaz Al Bahja, Al Araima Complex, City Plaza, SABCO center, Gold Souq and Muttrah traditional Arabic Souk.
Family Options
Just the perfect setting for spending quality time with your family, Muscat offers many choices. Qurm Natural Park, Riyam Park, Kalbuh Park, Sindabad Wonder Center, Aqua Park.
Holiday Packages
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Day 2 - Pick up the next morning at 08:00 for an adventure in the Wahiba Sands, a vast mass of undulating red and white sand, with dunes rising up to 200 meters. First you will visit Wadi Bani Khalid, famous for its clear deep blue water followed by a visit to small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. Picnic lunch taken en route in the Wadi. Afternoon drive back to Wahiba Sands to see breathtaking red dunes and check in to your camp and prepare for dune bashing and sunset in the desert. After sunset return back to camp for dinner and overnight stay. Day 3 - Depart camp at 08:00 and visit one of the Bedouin houses in the desert, drive to Sur Town and visit Dhow factory after which we proceed on the coastal road back to Muscat, stopping at Wadi Shab and the Bimmah Sink Hole with picnic lunch en route. Arrive in Muscat by late noon and transfer straight to Muscat International Airport for your flight back home. Package Includes
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Day 2 - Pick up the next morning at 08:00 for a trip to Sharqiyah area, visit villages like Ibra, which is famous for the ladies market. Visit Wadi Bani Khalid famous for its clear deep blue water and small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. Picnic lunch taken en-route in the wadi. Afternoon proceed to Ras Al Hadd and check in at the hotel. By 20:30 transfer to Ras Al Hadd turtle conservation area to see the turtles coming out of the sea to the beach to lay their eggs (entrance fees not included in the package). Return to hotel for overnight stay. Day 3 - Depart at 08:00, drive to Sur Town and visit Dhow Factory, then proceed on the coastal road back to Muscat, stopping at Wadi Shab and the Bimmah Sink Hole with picnic lunch en route. Arrive in Muscat by late noon and transfer straight to Muscat International Airport for your flight back home. Package Includes
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Day 2 - Breakfast. Depart at 10:30 in four-wheel drives to experience one of Oman's wonders. High in the mountains there are many caves with spectacular views. Drive up to the mountains and then take off on foot with the help of local Omani guides to walk this dramatic route. The walk will be about two hours with picnic lunch taken en-route. You will end up at the mouth of an enormous cave, and after setting up camp, you will take the chance to explore a little deeper before having dinner. Overnight spent in your tents under the stars. Day 3 - Next morning after breakfast, take a walk further inside of the cave if you wish, before heading back to Muscat, arriving at the hotel by approximately 14:30. Rest of the day at leisure. A trip to the popular shopping malls can be arranged during the evening (at a nominal charge). Overnight in Muscat. Day 4 - Breakfast. Transfer to Seeb International Airport for flight back home. Package Includes
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Oman has a wide range of climbing routes and locations making it suitable for people of all levels and experience and even families.
Day 2 - Pick up next morning at 08:00. Head to nearby climbing wall to kit up and have the instructor asses your level and availability. Try a few routes here before breaking for a picnic lunch. It’s then time to head interior just one hour out of Muscat for an afternoon of climbing some new routes near a beautiful wadi. This is where we set up camp and spend a night under the stars. Day 3 - Spend the day climbing to your heart’s content, learning and perfecting your technique under the careful watch of the instructor. Head to the nearby wadi water pools for a refreshing dip to relax and cool off over lunch before heading back to Muscat. This is a reasonably demanding trip, moderate fitness required. You do not need any previous skills to enjoy this trip. Package Includes
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Overnight-Golden Tulip Seeb or similar BB Day 2 - After breakfast start your journey in a 4WD, pass through the Sumail Gap that divides the western and eastern Hajars and onto the old capital of Oman, Nizwa, famous for its silver, animal souq and big round ancient fort. After visiting the souq and fort we proceed to Jabal Shams, via Al Hamra village and stop at the old village of Ghul to see the abandoned Persian ruins, continue up to the canyon near the summit of Jabal Shams and feel the cool overnight. Overnight-Golden Tulip Nizwa or similar BB Day 3 - After breakfast drive to Bahla to the huge loam fort which is under renovation at present. Bahla is also known as the pottery capital of Oman. Because of its cultural value, Bahla is placed in the UNESCO’s list of heritage monuments. Next visit is jabrin fort, where you will find one of the most magnificent fort of Oman with its painted ceiling, dungeons, and hidden packages. Return to Muscat in the afternoon and drop off to Muscat international airport for your flight back home. Package Includes
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Day 1 - After arrival in Muscat, short transfer to a hotel of your choice. Day 2 - After breakfast start your journey in a 4WD, pass through the Sumail Gap that divides the western and eastern Hajars and onto the old capital of Oman, Nizwa, famous for its silver, animal souq and big round ancient fort. After visiting the souq and fort we proceed to Jabal Shams, via Al Hamra village and stop at the old village of Ghul to see the abandoned Persian ruins, continue up to the canyon near the summit of Jabal Shams and feel the cool overnight. Overnight-Golden Tulip Nizwa or similar BB Day 3 - After breakfast drive to Bahla to the huge loam fort which is under renovation at present. Bahla is also known as the pottery capital of Oman. Because of its cultural value, Bahla is placed in the UNESCO’s list of heritage monuments. Next visit is jabrin fort, where you will find one of the most magnificent fort of Oman with its painted ceiling, dungeons, and hidden packages. Return to Muscat in the afternoon and drop off to Muscat international airport for your flight back home. Package Includes
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Day 1 - After arrival in Muscat, short transfer to the hotel of your choice.
Day 1 - After arrival in Muscat, short transfer to the hotel of your choice.
Day 1 - Arrive in Muscat and transfer to hotel of choice. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Muscat.
Day 1 - After arrival in Muscat, short transfer to a hotel of your choice.
Day 1 - Arrive in Muscat international Airport on Oman Air and transfer to Golden Tulip Seeb hotel for overnight.
Al Hoota Cave is situated in the vicinity of the ancient silversmith town Nizwa and the world heritage site Bahla. The AL Hoota cave is one of the largest cave systems in the world, It is more than 5km long traversed by underground River.Excursions
Muscat - Experience the sights of Northern Oman
Oman Air Holidays offers great value ready made holiday packages and tours as well as tailored made itineraries built specifically for you. With a wide selection of hotels to choose from in each destination and flights on Oman Air included in the package, you may also decide that you want to pre-book some sightseeing and leisure activities to enable you to get the very best out of your chosen holiday destination. With this in mind Oman Air Holidays offers you a variety of optional excursions that are pre-bookable when you make your holiday reservation.
 Muscat offers the visitor a unique opportunity to witness a modern commercial center existing in harmony with its traditional culture and natural harbor.Our tour of the Grand Mosque (except Thursday & Friday) & (Ladies fully covered with scarf)- & Bait Al Zubair Museum (except Friday) is a brief introduction that traces Oman’s history and development. Drive along the waterfront Corniche visiting the Fish Market & the colorful Muttrah Souq. We proceed for a photo stop to the magnificent Al Alam Palace, official palace of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos flanked by the 16th century forts Mirani & Jalali. |
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 Nizwa in the Interior of Oman, boasts of the famous Round Tower Fort, etc. built in the 17th century, and its Souq renowned for its Friday cattle auction, intricately hand-carved “Khanjars” (daggers) & ornamental silver jewellery. Jabrin, the finest of Oman’s castles built in the late 17th century, became a seat of Omani learning. The castle displays the highest achievement in Omani ceiling painting & beautifully executed woodcarvings. Enroute to Muscat visit the pretty village of Birkat Al Mauz situated at the foothills of Jebel Akhdar (The Green Mountain). Enjoy a walk through its oasis and dense date plantations. |
 Transfer from the Muscat hotel to the pier side to embark on a boat as we search the seas for Dolphins and Whales. Watching wild dolphins is a thrilling way to start the day and the lucky may even come across one of the many species of whales that can be found just a few kilometres from Muscat’s rugged coast. Not every trip guarantees a sighting, but you are sure to enjoy a trip out to sea and enhance your knowledge of nature’s most fascinating marine mammals. (Soft drinks, tea, coffee and sandwiches included). |
 This tour along the coastline to Sur offers breathtaking glimpses of the blue waters of the Gulf of Oman offset by pristine white beaches. Our first stop is the Bimah Sinkhole, a spectacular limestone crater with blue green water at the bottom. On clear sunny days while driving along the coast one might chance to see sharks in the deep blue water or fleet footed Gazelle sprint across the landscape. We also stop at the beautiful Fin’s beach. The pretty Tiwi village provides a surprising contrast with its lush green wadi and plantations. The ruins of Bibi Miriam’s Tomb can be seen at the village of Qalhat. Visit the Dhow building yard. (Walking shoes recommended). Straight drive to Muscat on the tarmac route. |
 The Sharqiyah Sands, a vast mass of undulating red and white sea of sand and dunes rising up to 200 meters are also host to a variety of flora and fauna. The ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a photographers delight. Visit a Bedouin house in this wilderness. In stark contrast to this is Wadi Bani Khalid. It comprises of small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. The Wadi has clear deep blue water. It is advisable to wear light comfortable clothing and walking shoes. |
 A full day tour along the Batinah coast. Our first stop is the Seeb Fish Souq by the seaside. Drive through the date palms to the sparkling springs and Fort at Nakhl. Visit the beautiful Wakan Village famous for its terrace farming. Our next stop is Wadi Abhyad which has large patches of white sedimentation and when translated means white wadi. The drive winds through the mountains with small pools of water dotting the wadi bed. |
 Drive to the foothills of the Jebel Akhdar mountain range. Our first stop is at the Nizwa Souq famed for its Antiques and silver jewellery. A brief photo stop at the Round Tower Fort before proceeding ahead. Our next stop takes us to Wadi Nakher located in the depth of our deepest canyon. Visit Misfah a pretty mountain village with stone dwellings still in existence. While heading for Jebel Shams stop at the terrace farming village of Wadi Ghul. In the Jebel Akhdar range Jebel Shams the highest peak offers a spectacular view. |
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General Information
| Currency | Omani Rial (OMR) |
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| Location | Situated at the Southern edge of the Arabian Peninsula, bordering the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman, and Arabian Gulf, between Yemen and the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. |
| Language | Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken. |
| Climate | From October to March the temperature is between 17° - 27°C and from April to September the temperature averages in the 40s. |
| Time Difference | GMT + 4 Hours |
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