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THE PEARL OF ARABIA – SELF DRIVE ADVENTURE

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Duration

7 DAYS

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

5 people

Languages

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Overview

The Pearl of Araba is a 7-day Oman self-drive adventure. The tour can be tailored to fit your requirements. In this adventure, you will discover the capital of the Sultanate, explore ancient Nizwa town, discover medieval forts, wander around the dramatic mountains, visit the charming wadis, and overnight in the dramatic Arabian desert surrounded by golden dunes. 

 

 

Physical Endurance

  • Many sites are accessed by climbing slopes or steps. All Panorama Travel programs require participants to have a reasonable degree of fitness, enabling 2-3 hours of walking daily. However, if you have doubts about your ability to manage a program, please ask our travel counselor whether the Oman self-drive adventure suits you.

 

 

 

Practical Information & Considerations 

  1. This tour starts and ends at Muscat International Airport.
  2. The tour can be tailored to fit with your requirements.
  3. This tour can be booked at any time of the year.
  4. 1-person is the minimum number of people to book this cultural adventure.
  5. 4WD drives include a long journey along winding mountain roads, coastal roads, graded roads, and sandy trail roads.
  6. If you have a large number of people or you need any customization, kindly contact us with the details.
  7. 5 Accommodation changes.

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions -Oman self-drive adventure

  • Payment
  1. Deposit: A is required to reserve a place on the Oman self-drive adventure. As a general rule, deposits are non-refundable.
  2. Final Payment: due before departure & based on the time you made the reservation.

 

  • Cancelation
  1. If cancellation by you more than 14 days before arrival, we will refund 80% of the net program cost.
  2. Cancellation by you 10–14 days before arrival, we will refund 70% of the net program cost.
  3. Cancellation by you 10–7 days before arrival, we will refund 50% of the net program cost.
  4. Cancellation by you less than 7 days before arrival or no show, we will make no refund.
  5. We will fully refund you if we cannot provide the required services, including the 20%deposit.

 

  • Force Majeure applies.

Highlights

  • Explore the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, with five minarets, presenting the best of Islamic art.
  • Discover the impressive building of the Royal Opera House Muscat.
  • Explore Muscat, with its lively Muttrah Souq and the new, state-of-the-art Oman Across Ages Museum displaying an extensive collection of cultural treasures.
  • Enjoy a diverse range of dramatic landscapes including the deep-green wadis, the Hajar Mountains, the pristine white sandy beaches, and the monumental desert dunes at Al Sharqiyah Sands.
  • Wander through Nizwa’s souq, famous for silver jewelry, Omani Halwa, spices, pottery, and crafts.
  • Enjoy the breathtaking sunrise, sunset, and an overnight under a dome of stars in desert.
  • Explore a UNESCO Falaj (ancient irrigation system based on gravity)
  • Investigate the medieval port of Sur with its shipbuilding yard, where skilled craftsmen continue to build traditional dhows and fishing boats.
  • Explore the majestic Wadis (valleys) in the footsteps of the great geographers.
  • Explore the unique marine life & snorkeling in the turquoise waters of the Sea of Oman.

Itinerary

DAY 1 ARRIVE

Meet & Greet by Panorama Travel representative & transfer to the hotel. 

DAY 2 DISCOVER THE CAPITAL & THE SEA OF OMAN
  • Visit Muscat's prominent landmarks.
  • Embark on a sea trip and snorkeling with the turtles in the turquoise waters of the Sea of Oman.
DAY 3 EXPLORE OMAN'S MARITIME, NUTRAL BEAUTY & SEA TURTLE RESERVE.
  • Discover the sinkhole. 
  • Wander through the Paradise of Oman's Valleys (Wadi).
  • Explore Oman's maritime town & wooden shipyards. 
  • Watch the sea green turtles nesting.
DAY 4 DISCOVER THE ARABIAN DESERT & DESERT OVERNIGHT
  • Discover Al Sharqiyah Sands.
  • Meet local Bedouin families.
  • Overnight under a dome of stars surrounded by golden dunes.
DAY 5 DISCOVER A UNESCO SITE & VILLAGE OVERNIGHT
  • Wander through Oman Across Age Museum.
  • Discover pre-Islamic UNESCO fort.
  • Discover Oman's most beautiful classical mountain village.
DAY 6 EXPLORE THE ANCIENT CAPITAL & OMAN'S MOUNTAINS
  • Explore Nizwa's ancient market & Nizwa medieval fort, where the Gov. seat for centuries. 
  • Explore the Hajar Mountian agriculture terraces & Mountain villages.
DAY 7 DEPARTURE
  • Transfer to Muscat International Airport.

Included/Excluded

  • 6 nights accommodations in rated 3-4 star hotels.
  • Transportation in a 4WD vehicle.
  • Airport transfers.
  • All required gears, assistance, Navigation & Itinerary.
  • All tax and service charges.
  • Gratitudes.
  • Any expenses that are not particularly mentioned in the inclusion list.

Language

Arabic
English

Tour's Location

OMAN

FAQs

When and where does the tour start?

The trip begins on the first day by receiving/welcoming you at Muscat International Airport.

When and where does the tour end?

The trip ends on the sixth day, as we bid farewell to you at Muscat International Airport.

Can you customize this tour to fit our requirements?

Let us know more about your requirements, and our travel counselors will tailor the best fit for you.

Do you accept credit cards?

Yes, you can pay online.

Can travelers on cruise ships or stopover at Muscat Airport book this trip?

For sure, let us know more about your travel details, and our travel counselors will tailor the best fit for you.

What is the traveling distance?

About ~ 1,000 KM

Do you have child age restrictions?

* 2-13 years children can join at child cost. * 13+ years child considered adults.

How to book this adventure?

Send us an inquiry

Where can I find the itinerary for this adventure?

Send us an inquiry and our travel counselor will reply with more details.

What type of vehicle you offer?

We offer varied 4WD vehicles. The program required a 4WD & good 4WD driving skills.

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