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THE ARABIAN SANDS ADVENTURE – THE MAJESTIC HAJAR MOUNTAINS AND THE QUICKSANDS

MUSCAT
5/5
Duration

7 DAYS

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

1 person

Languages

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Overview

The Empty Quarter Tour Dhofar is a 7-day adventure in the Sultanate of Oman led by Panorama Travel guides. This adventure can be booked as a PRIVATE or a group of up to 16 Pax. On this trip, we explore the capital of the Sultanate; Muscat. We will discover the Hajar Mountains. You will enjoy wandering around traditional Souqs and medieval forts. We will investigate the quicksands following the footsteps of the explorer (Wilfred Thesiger) to the world’s largest continuous sandy ocean (Ruba’a Al Khali – The Empty Quarter).

 

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 a day. However, if you have any doubts about your ability to manage a program, please ask our travel counselor whether the Oman geology trip suits you.

 

Practical Information & Considerations 

  • This is a 7-day private holiday in Oman, you can book it on any date.
  • 7-days before departure is the deadline to book this trip in Oman.
  • 1-person is the minimum number to book this adventure.
  • Comfortable, conservative clothing, good grip footwear, a small backpack, a cap, and sunscreen are suggested.
  • Visiting sites where you will encounter steps (e.g., at forts), cobbled streets (mountain villages), rocky and uneven ground, slopes, and steep walks.
  • Transportation in 4WD includes a long-distance journey along winding mountains, desert trails, and graded roads.
  • We charge per person based on how many persons are on the Empty Quarter tour. If you have a large number or require any customization, kindly, contact us with the details.
  • This tour starts and ends at Muscat International Airport.
  • 2 – Night overnight in the authentic Arabain sands.

Terms and Conditions – The Empty Quarter Tour

  • We require a down payment to reserve The Empty Quarter Tour & the quicksands.
  • Cancellation fees: If you decide to cancel your booking, the following charges apply:
  1. If your cancellation is more than 14 days before arrival, we will refund 100% of the net program cost.
  2. Cancellation by you 10–14 days before arrival, we will refund 90% of the net program cost.
  3. Cancellation by you 5–10 days before arrival, we will refund 50% of the net program cost.
  4. Cancellation by you less than 5 days before arrival or no show, we will make no refund.
  • If we are unable to provide the required services. We will refund you in full.
  • Force Majeure applies.

Highlights

  • Discover the world largest Ocean of sand, the Empty Quarter 'Rub'a Al Khali'
  • Investigate the quicksands
  • Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, with seven minarets, presenting the best of Islamic art.
  • Visit the Royal Opera House Muscat.
  • Explore Muscat, with its lively Muttrah Souq and the new, state-of-the-art National Museum displaying an extensive collection of cultural treasures.
  • Wander through Bahla’s souq, famous for Potteries.
  • Wonder at the impressive crenelated pre-Islamic UNESCO fort of Bahla.
  • Enjoy a diverse range of dramatic landscapes including, the Hajar Mountains and the vast desert dunes.
  • Investigate the quicksands.
  • Enjoy the breathtaking sunrise, sunset, and a dome of stars in 2 nights in the mountains and 2 nights in the vast authentic Arabian desert.
  • Visit a UNESCO Falaj (ancient irrigation system based on gravity)
  • Wander through Nizwa’s souq, famous for silver jewelry, Omani Halwa, spices, pottery, and crafts.
  • Wonder through time at the impressive crenelated medieval fort of Nizwa.

Itinerary

Contact us for the full itinerary or if you require any customization.

DAY 1

ARRIVAL

  • Welcome by the Panorama Travel team & transfer to the hotel.
  • Orientation session.
DAY 2

DISCOVER MUSCAT

  • Visit the National Museum. Oman’s flagship cultural institution.
  • Explore the old Muscat, Oman's official Palace & Portuguese Forts.
  • Explore the extraordinary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
  • Wander around Muttah Market (Souq).
  • Muscat Royal Opera House.
DAY 3

INVESTIGATE THE QUICKSADS

  • Explore the vast gravel plains.
  • Discover the quicksands.
DAY 4

EXPLORE THE DESERT

  • Explore desert oases.
  • Overnight surrounding with the golden dunes under a dome of stars.
DAY 5

JOURNEY TO THE HEART OF OMAN

  • Discover around 17th-Century fort & 17th-Century castle.
  • Wander around the ancient market (Souq).
DAY 6

EXPLORE BRONZE AGE & PRE-ISLAMIC SITES

  • Investigate Bronze Age burials.
  • Discover pre-Islamic UNESCO fort.
  • Explore the Hajar Mountain Range.
DAY 7

DEPARTURE 

  • Transfer to Muscat International Airport.

Included/Excluded

  • 6 nights accommodations in locally rated 3-4 star hotels.
  • Meals: Breakfast=6, Lunch=6, and Dinner=5.
  • Transportation by 4WD vehicles.
  • English-speaking guide.
  • Airport transfers.
  • Entrance fees to forts and museums.
  • Bottled water, snacks, & refreshments.
  • All gov. taxes and service charges.
  • Gratitudes.
  • Any expenses that are not particularly mentioned in the inclusion list.

Language

Arabic
English

Tour's Location

MUSCAT

FAQs

When and where does the tour start?

Start on DAY 1 by welcoming you at Muscat International Airport.

When and where does the tour end?

The trip ends on DAY 7, when 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?

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. * Infant not recommended.

How to book this adventure?

Send us an inquiry

Where can I find the more details of the itinerary for this adventure?

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

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THE EMPTY QUARTER TOUR & QUICKSANDS
Christof Oppliger
02/03/2016

THANK YOU FOR THE EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE

“It’s my 3rd camping adventure with Panorama Travels & I’m looking forward to the next one. Thank you for the extraordinary experience”
THE EMPTY QUARTER TOUR & QUICKSANDS
Tim McCarthy
02/02/2010

I WAS EXTREMELY IMPRESSED WITH THE EFFICIENCY AND SERVICE

“ I was extremely impressed with the efficiency and service. Many thanks to your team”
THE EMPTY QUARTER TOUR & QUICKSANDS
Dr. Sameer Abdul Kareem
02/11/2008

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