Discover Oman’s contrasting landscapes on a private journey from Muscat and the Daymaniyat Islands to the high plateaus of Jebel Akhdar and Jebel Shams, the Sharqiya Sands and the eastern coast. Historic forts, village trails, desert hospitality, wadis and marine experiences are balanced with comfortable pacing and time to appreciate each setting.

Meet your private Omani guide and begin the day in a comfortable 4x4.

Visit one of Muscat’s most important landmarks and admire its courtyards, prayer hall, handwoven carpet and chandelier. Modest dress is required, and visiting hours are subject to the mosque’s schedule.

Continue through the diplomatic quarter to the Royal Opera House. Interior access is subject to opening hours and performances.

Pause at a locally recommended restaurant. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Walk through Old Muscat and view Al Alam Palace from the public grounds, framed by Al Jalali and Al Mirani forts.

Wander through Muttrah Souq, then enjoy a walk along the waterfront.

Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Overnight in Muscat.

Travel to a designated Muscat-area marina for the morning boat departure.

Travel with a licensed marine operator toward the protected nature reserve. Required reserve permits are arranged by the operator. From May through October, the experience remains boat-based because island landing is seasonally restricted; at other times, landing is subject to current permissions and sea conditions.

Snorkel above coral reefs and look for turtles and other marine life in their natural habitat. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Light refreshments are served on board.

Return to the marina and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Muscat.

Check out and travel toward the Western Hajar Mountains.

Walk through the historic mudbrick settlement and date plantations, and learn about the UNESCO-listed aflaj irrigation systems of Oman.

Enjoy lunch near the base of the mountain. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Continue by 4x4 to Jebel Akhdar’s high plateau, known for limestone canyons, villages and cultivated terraces.

Visit a canyon viewpoint and walk through selected villages and agricultural terraces. Rose blooms and rosewater distillation are seasonal.

Settle into your mountain accommodation. Overnight on Jebel Akhdar.

Explore selected stone villages and cultivated terraces with your guide, respecting residents and private property.

Choose a guided trek or via ferrata experience, subject to availability, fitness, age restrictions and weather.

Enjoy lunch at the resort or a local restaurant. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Relax at the resort and enjoy the mountain surroundings. Overnight on Jebel Akhdar.

Check out and travel toward Bahla.

Visit UNESCO-listed Bahla Fort, followed by 17th-century Jabrin Castle, known for its painted ceilings and interior craftsmanship. Entry depends on opening hours.

Pause at a traditional restaurant. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Ascend by 4x4 toward viewpoints over Wadi Nakhr, often called Oman’s Grand Canyon.

If daylight, weather and fitness allow, enjoy a shorter guided section of the Balcony Walk. The guide will select the route and turnaround point to ensure a safe return before dusk.

Check into your accommodation. Overnight in the Jebel Shams area.

Check out early and begin the cross-country drive toward Wadi Bani Khalid, pausing for breakfast or refreshments along the way.

Pause for lunch at a locally recommended restaurant. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Walk beside clear natural pools framed by rocky canyon walls and date palms. Swim when water and access conditions are safe.

Continue into the desert with an experienced off-road driver. Dune driving will be adjusted to conditions and guest comfort.

Arrive at camp and settle in. If time and conditions allow, watch the changing evening light from a nearby dune before dinner. Overnight in the Sharqiya Sands.

Enjoy breakfast at camp, followed by a prearranged visit with a local Bedouin family for Omani coffee, dates and an introduction to desert traditions.

Leave the Sharqiya Sands and travel toward Oman’s eastern coast. On arrival, walk along Sur’s corniche and visit a traditional dhow yard, subject to operating hours.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Check into your accommodation at or near the protected reserve and enjoy time to rest before the evening experience.

Join a reserve guide and learn about green turtles nesting along this coastline. Sightings are seasonal and cannot be guaranteed.

Travel north toward Wadi Shab.

Take a short boat crossing and hike through the canyon. Confident swimmers may continue toward the cave and waterfall when conditions are safe.

Pause for lunch near the wadi. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Stop at the limestone sinkhole and walk around the clear blue-green water.

Continue to Muscat and check into your hotel. Overnight in Muscat.

Travel through Bandar Al Khairan toward Yiti and Sifah, pausing at suitable viewpoints.

Arrive at the Sifah coast and enjoy time beside the sea.

Enjoy lunch at a marina café or local restaurant. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Relax beside the sea or explore the marina surroundings at your own pace. A guided horse ride may be arranged in advance as an optional activity, subject to provider availability, rider requirements and suitable conditions.

Travel back to Muscat and conclude the journey over an Omani dinner at a carefully selected restaurant.

Conclude the journey over an Omani dinner at a carefully selected restaurant.

Overnight in Muscat.

Enjoy breakfast and free time according to your flight schedule and hotel checkout policy.

Enjoy free time according to your flight schedule and hotel checkout policy.

Meet your driver for a private transfer to Muscat International Airport three hours before your flight.