FIXED DEPARTURE. An Adventure Through Time From Dramatic Mountains to Desert Dunes & Frankincense Trails.
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4WD & Bus
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4-16 Pax
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English / Arabic
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All meals included
Overview
The Grand Tour of Oman. The Sultanate of Oman is a land where ancient forts stand sentinel over date-filled oases, where turtles crawl onto moonlit beaches as they have for millennia, and where the scent of frankincense still perfumes the air in UNESCO-listed sites. Unlike its Gulf neighbors, Oman has preserved its soul—making it the ultimate destination for travelers seeking authentic Arabian magic.
Book the Grand Tour of Oman. 15-day adventure covers every iconic region of Oman, from Muscat’s royal grandeur to the monsoon-swept hills of Salalah and the Martian landscapes of the Empty Quarter.
Trip Highlights
- Explore the enchanting blend of ancient heritage and modern elegance of the capital city of the Sultanate since 1774.
- Discover Nizwa 17-century Fort & Nizwa’s Souq (Traditional Market).
- Explore the Sultanate unique marine life, remote islands, breath taking lagoons.
- Investigate the medieval port of Sur with its shipbuilding yard, where skilled craftsmen continue to build traditional dhows and fishing boats.
- Enjoy Oman's dramatic landscapes including Wadis, mountains, pristine beaches & vast desert.
- Explore the authentic Arabian desert & overnight under dome of most starry skies surrounded with golden dunes.
- Enjoy some of the most stunning on the dramatic Grand Canyon & ancient mountain terraces.
- Discover the Sultanate natural beauty, geo-heritage & the rich wildlife.
- Explore a UNESCO Sites, including Falaj, Forts & Archeological sites.
- Embark in 4WD adventure exploring in Oman most breathtaking terrains.
- Journey through Dhofar, the land of frankincense, and enjoy the natural beauty of the tropical Dhofar due to the monsoon.
Itinerary
- You will receive detailed itinerary after reservation.
- 2 weeks before the start of the trip you will receive the final updated itinerary.
Welcome by Panorama Travel representative at Salalah International Airport, followed by transfer to the hotel.
- Orientation session.
- Visit Muscat’s prominent landmarks
- Embark on a sea trip and snorkeling with the turtles in the turquoise waters of the Sea of Oman.
Discover Oman’s most beautiful classical mountain village. Embark in a 4WD adventure exploring geology wonders and the natural beauty across the Hajar Mountain Range.
200 years renovated mud brick home surrounded with the heaven of the agriculture terraces.
Depart to wander around Nizwa ancient market & discover Nizwa medieval fort, where the Gov. sat for centuries. Afternoon discover Oman Grand canyon.
200 years renovated mud brick home surrounded with the heaven of the agriculture terraces.
Discover Oman’s most beautiful classical mountain village. Embark in a 4WD adventure exploring geology wonders and the natural beauty across the Hajar Mountain Range.
Wander through Oman Across Age Museum, Explore a UNESCO Falaj, date palm oasis.
Embark on desert adventure to discover Al Sharqiyah Sands, meet local bedouin, sunset on the top of dunes, stargazing and overnight under a dome of stars surrounded by golden dunes.
(Private rooms with private toilets/showers) surrounding with the golden dune.
Wander through the Paradise of Oman’s Valleys (Wadi), explore Oman’s maritime town & wooden shipyards & watch the sea green turtles nesting.
Explore the fishing villages. Embark on an adventure to explore nature & wildlife of remote Islands. Turtle watching (based on the season).
(Private rooms with private toilets/showers) surrounding with the golden dune. Located on pristine beach overlooking the Arabian Sea.
Morning adventure to the wetlands. The wetland has proven to be a great place for rare and unusual birds, especially during migration.
Discover the coastal lagoons mangroves.
Discover Oman’s most important reserve & meet the iconic Oryx. Explore the desert Oases.
Standard guest house in the central desert offers an easy access to the desert oasis & the Empty Quarter (private rooms with private toilets/showers).
Explore “Rub’a Al Khali” the Empty Quarter & overnight on the authentic Arabian desert surrounded by golden dunes.
(Luxury private tents with private toilets/showers) surrounding with the golden dune.
For over 5,000 years, the Frankincense Trail was the world’s most lucrative trade route, carrying the “scent of the gods” from Oman’s remote valleys to the temples of Egypt, Rome, and Jerusalem. Today, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers travelers a chance to walk in the footsteps of caravan traders, kings, and explorers through desert ruins, sacred groves, and forgotten ports.
Explore the frankincense land museum, Al Baleed UNESCO Archaeological site & Salalah traditional Souqs.
Afternoon explore the unique flora of the moon mountain.
Discover the legendary port of frankincense & the UNESCO archeological site of Sumharam
Explore the unique nature of Dhofar Springs, wadis, waterfalls & ancient towns.
Transfer to Salalah International Airport
Inclusions & Exclusions
Cost Includes
- Accommodation rated 3-5* star hotels.
- All Meals.
- Transportations in 4WD & Bus based on the number & activities.
- English speaking guide.
- All entrance fees to forts, museums, archaeological sites & national reserves.
- Bottled water, snacks and refreshments.
- All gov. tax including service charges & VAT tax.
Cost Excludes
- Gratitude.
- Travel insurance.
- Any other expenses not particularly mentioned in the inclusion list.
Next Departures
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Guaranteed Available PackagesWednesdayOctober 1, 2025WednesdayOctober 15, 2025OMR 1,646Available
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Guaranteed Available PackagesThursdayOctober 1, 2026ThursdayOctober 15, 2026OMR 1,646Available
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Guaranteed Available PackagesFridayOctober 1, 2027FridayOctober 15, 2027OMR 1,646Available
Practical Information & Considerations
- 30-days is the deadline to book the Grand Tour of Oman.
- This is a FIXED DEPARTURE trip and available to book for PRIVATE Option 4-16 Pax at any date you wish, please contact us for the the availability.
- 4-pax is the minimum number of participants to run this trip.
- You will receive the detailed itinerary & departure information after reservation.
- Visiting sites where you will encounter steps (eg. at forts), cobbled streets (mountain villages), rocky and uneven ground, slopes, and steep walks.
- Transportation in 4WD includes a long-distance journey along winding mountain roads, graded roads, and coastal roads.
Physical Endurance
All Panorama Travel programs require that participants have a good degree of fitness enabling 3-4 hours of walking a day. However, if you have any doubts about your ability to this manage Boat Trips in Muscat, please ask our travel counselor whether Muscat dolphin watching is a suitable trip for you.
Terms and Conditions
- Advance payment is required to reserve the Arabia Cultural Expedition.
- Balance payment before the tour start.
- Force Majeure applies.
- If you decide to cancel your booking the following charges apply:
- 29 full days prior to tour – 100% refund.
- 21-29 full days prior to tour – 50% refund.
- Less than 21 full days before the tour = No Show – 0% refund.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The trip begins on the first day by receiving you at Muscat International Airport.
The trip ends on day 15, as we bid farewell to you at Salalah International Airport.
Yes you can book this tour for a private guided tour option at any available dat you wish, please share more your requirements & our travel specialist will tailor the best suggestion.
Yes, the trip is available to be booked for a self-derive option?
About ~ 2,800 KM
Send us an inquiry
Send us an inquiry and our travel specialist will reply with the details.
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By Gordon Annis(Oman)December 2, 2024 A BIG THANK TO BADAR & THE REAMGood Morning. A big thanks to Bader for all he has done to make our trip as interesting and problem-free as he could. I realize that you worked as a team and I also wish to thank the team as well. We are now home after a very busy 3 days in Dubai...Oman was so relaxing in comparison. Thank you Gord
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By Val Annis(Oman)December 2, 2024 HOW PLEASED WE WERE WITH YOUR COMPANYDear Reem, Thank you for all of your hard work and your professional team who worked on our self-drive trip. We have talked to so many people about how pleased we were with your company, how easy travelling through Oman was, and how interesting we found it. It is a beautiful country. Thank you Valerie Annis
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By Lise Peeters(Oman)January 7, 2024 A DECISION WE ARE VERY HAPPY WITHDear Badar, It has been a week since we returned to Bangkok after our trip to Oman and we wanted to reach out to thank you once again for an amazing tour. As we said just before we left, it was our first time traveling to Arabia and, despite what we read beforehand, we didn't really know what to expect. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, your kindness, and your patience and willingness to answer all our questions. The trip was a perfect first introduction to Oman, and we hope to make it back one day for more. Perfectly fine to use our words for a review. The positive reviews of other travelers are what made us decide to book with your company, a decision we are very happy with. Also a big thank you to Reem and everyone else who was involved in organizing our tour and making it the amazing experience it was. Kind regards, Ilse, Wouter, Rani & Silke
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