Discover Oman through five days of cultural landmarks, mountain scenery, desert hospitality, coastal wadis and protected marine landscapes. This private journey connects Muscat and Nizwa with Jebel Akhdar, Wadi Bani Khalid, the Sharqiya Sands, Ras Al Jinz and the Daymaniyat Islands, balancing guided exploration with time to take in 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 Muscat’s diplomatic quarter to the Royal Opera House, whose architecture brings together traditional Omani details and contemporary design. Interior access is subject to opening hours and scheduled performances.

Pause at a locally recommended restaurant, with the opportunity to try Omani or regional dishes. Guests pay directly at the restaurant.

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

Wander through the lanes of Muttrah Souq, where frankincense, textiles and silverware fill the stalls, then enjoy a walk along the waterfront.

Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Overnight in Muscat.

Check out from your hotel and drive toward the ancient interior capital.

Climb the massive circular tower of the 17th-century fort. Explore the vibrant market, famous for Omani silver, pottery, and fresh Halwa.

Enjoy a mid-day break at a traditional restaurant in Nizwa. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Drive up the winding roads to the Green Mountain, soaring 2,000 meters above sea level.

Take a gentle walk through the cliffside villages of Al Ayn and Ash Shirayjah to see the famous agricultural terraces and rose-growing terraces and, during the spring season, traditional rosewater distillation.

Hotel check-in and overnight in Jebel Akhdar.

Check out after breakfast and drive toward the eastern Sharqiya region.

Arrive at one of Oman’s best-known wadis. Swim in the clear natural pools or hike deep into the canyon to discover canyon trails and caves, where conditions allow.

Enjoy lunch at the scenic wadi restaurant. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Enter the desert and deflate the tires for an guided 4x4 drive across the rolling dunes of Sharqiya Sands.

Visit a traditional Bedouin home to experience local hospitality over coffee and dates, followed by a sunset view over the dunes.

Arrive at your desert camp and enjoy a freshly prepared barbecue dinner around the campfire.

Overnight in the Desert.

Wake early for the desert sunrise, weather permitting, and enjoy a fresh buffet breakfast at the camp before checking out.

Drive to the historic maritime city of Sur. Visit the traditional wooden shipyard where Omani Dhow boats are still built by hand, and stroll along the beautiful coastal corniche.

Visit the traditional wooden shipyard where Omani Dhow boats are still built by hand, and stroll along the beautiful coastal corniche.

Head to the spectacular Wadi Shab. Take a short boat ride across the river, followed by a rewarding 45-minute hike through towering canyon walls to reach the hidden freshwater pools and indoor cave waterfall.

Enjoy lunch near the wadi entrance. Guests pay directly at the venue.

Stop at the dramatic limestone crater filled with sparkling turquoise seawater for photos and a quick dip.

Drive to the protected Ras Al Jinz reserve and check in to your accommodation.

Overnight in Ras Al Jinz or Sur.

Join a reserve guide for a quiet walk along the protected beach and learn about the green turtles that nest along this coastline. Sightings are seasonal and cannot be guaranteed.

Check out and drive along the scenic coastal highway back to Muscat.

Board a private boat and travel toward the protected Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve. Departure time is subject to the marine operator and sea conditions.

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

Sail back to the marina and transfer to your hotel to freshen up.

Conclude the journey over a traditional Omani dinner at a carefully selected local restaurant in Muscat.

Return to your hotel or transfer directly to Muscat International Airport.