Oman – Xmas & New Year
23 Dec to 3 Jan
Price per person:
2550 euros per person Sharing a twin room
2960 euros - Single room
Price includes:
Flight Malta/Istanbul/Oman/Istanbul /Malta
23 kilos luggage & 8 kilos hand luggage
Airport transfers
Local guide & Maltese group leader
3 nights at Golden Tulip Ruwi Hotel or similar
1 night in Tiwi at Sur Grand hotel or similar
2 nights in Nizwa Inn or similar
3 night at Holiday Inn Muscat or similar
1 night in Wahiba Sands in desert camp
9 Breakfasts & 1 dinner in camp
Traditional Sunset show cruise
Swim in turquoise pool in Wadi Bani
Entrance fee included to Nizwa Fort offering stunning views of the oasis
Entrance fee included for Dhow Factory & Sur Lighthouse
Visit Bedouin family for an authentic cultural experience
Protection by insolvency fund
Itinerary:
23 Dec – depart Malta with Turkish airlines to Istanbul at 09.40hrs – on arrival in Istanbul at 14.30hrs transit to catch your flight to Oman which you board at 18.00hrs , on arrival in Oman at 02.00hrs transfer to your hotel to rest at Golden Tulip Ruwi hotel or similar
24 Dec – Breakfast , afternoon explore Muttrah – stroll along Muttrah Corniche & explore the vibrant Muttrah souq, visit the Fish market & watch local life in action ,after board a traditional sunset dhow cruise enjoying the stunning coastal views, dinner at a seaside restaurant included, over night stay at Golden Tulip Ruwi hotel or similar
25 Dec – Breakfast , visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and admire its magnificent architecture, after visit the Roayl Opera House , explore Al Alam Palace ,Jalali Fort, & Mirani Fort from outside, discover Omani history at National Musuem & spend the afternoon relaxing at Qurum Beach, overnight stay in Muscat
26 Dec – Breakfast - after drive to the stunning Bimmah Sinkhole for photos & swim, visit Wadi Tiwi , relax at Tiwi Beach a beautiful coastal spot, dinner included at hotel Tiwi Pearl or similar
27 Dec – Breakfast - after visit the Dhow factory entrance included & Sur Lighthouse, after drive to Wadi Bani Khalid to swim in its turquoise pools, visit Bedouin family for an authentic cultural experience, continue to Wahiba Sands for a thrilling dune drive & camel ride ,enjoy a sunset over the dunes ,followed by dinner and overnight at desert camp
28 Dec – Breakfast - after drive to Nizwa to explore Nizwa souq for local crafts, pottery & silver, from there we go to Nizwa fort entrance included offering stunning views of the oasis, after visit the interactive Oman across ages museum (optional entrance 12 euros) for a modern take on Omani history, evening overnight stay in Nizwa
29 Dec – Breakfast - after drive to Misfat Al Abriyyin ,a traditional village with stunning mountain terraces, continue to Jebel Shams for the Balcony walk offering breathtaking canyon views, return to Muscat , overnight in Nizwa
30 Dec – Breakfast – drive to Birkat Al Mouz, known for its ancient falaj irrigation system & lush date plantations, continue to Jebl Akhdar, the Green Mountain, famous for its dramatic landscapes, fruit orchards & Tradiotnal villages, overnight in Muscat
31 Dec – Breakfast - optional morning snorkelling tour at the Daymaniyat Islands from 8.30 to 13.30hrs exploring vibrant marine life & coral reefs (80 euros per adult or 48 euros per child ) or relax for the day or free for shopping , overnight at Holiday Inn hotel or similar
1 Jan – Breakfast – drive to Nakhal Fort, a stunning 17th Century fortess, continue to Rustaq, one of Oman oldest & most impressive forts, visit Wadi Al Hoqain, a picturesque wadi with flowing water, natural pools & lush greenery, perfect for relaxation, over night in Muscat
2 Jan – Breakfast and check out of rooms at 14.00hrs , you can use pool facilities till evening , late evening transfer to airport for your flight to Istanbul
3 Jan – at 02.00am flight depart to Istanbul and arrive at 06.55hrs , stay transit and at 08.10hrs flight depart to Malta and arrive Malta at 08.45hrs
Note:
Travel insurance is not included in the price of the tour, however, we strongly recommend that you arrange your own travel insurance independently once you book your holiday.