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Sisterhood In Oman: Women's Cultural Tour
Hinta per henkilö alkaen 1.248 €

Sisterhood In Oman: Women's Cultural Tour

Alk.
1.248 €
Hinta per henkilö
Alk.
1.248 €
hinta per henkilö

Kuvaus

Explore the rich heritage and natural beauty of Oman on this immersive 8-day journey. Begin in Muscat with visits to the Grand Mosque, Mutrah Souq, and Al Alam Palace. Travel along the scenic coast to Sur, stopping at Bimah Sinkhole and Wadi Tiwi. Witness nesting turtles at Ras Al Jinz, then venture into the golden dunes of Wahiba Sands for a desert adventure and Bedouin hospitality. Discover the unique women-only souq in Ibra, the historic Jabrin Castle, and the mountain village of Misfah. Ascend to Jebel Shams, Oman’s highest peak, and explore the cultural heart of Nizwa. Conclude with a serene sunset dhow cruise in Muscat before departure.

Vierailu

DAY 01 (Sat): ARRIVE MUSCAT
DAY 01 (Sat): ARRIVE MUSCAT

Arrive at Muscat airport, meet and assist by our representative and transfer to the Hotel.


Overnight stay at Muscat.

No Meals

DAY 02 (Sun): FULL DAY CITY TOUR OF MUSCAT
DAY 02 (Sun): FULL DAY CITY TOUR OF MUSCAT

Early in the morning, you will be met at the hotel for a half day city orientation tour. You visit the Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the Middle East. Drive along the picturesque Corniche and visit Mutrah Soq, then h a photo stop at Al Alam Palace, the residence of his Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. The palace is flanked by the 16th century Portuguese forts- Mirani and Jalali.


Visit The Sidab Women's Group is one of the unique models in empowering women through establishing a project that benefits the participants. It is an environment-friendly project that is based on the manufacturing of environmentally friendly bags that replace plastic bags. We learn about the center and Enjoy lunch cooked by the women. Later visit Bait Al Zubair Museum. Later you will be given time to stroll through the famous Mutrah Souq. Later return to the hotel.


Overnight stay in Muscat

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

DAY 03 (Mon): MUSCAT- SUR
DAY 03 (Mon): MUSCAT- SUR

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. You start your fascinating roundtrip with the first leg taking you in south eastern direction along the coast to Sur. The road leads through scenic countryside and rugged mountains. Stop at the limestone Sinkhole in Bimah and then continue to Fins. Enjoy the white sandy beach at Fins proceed to visit Wadi Tiwi, an oasis well known for its lemon and date plantations. Then proceed to the coastal town of Sur which was renowned in former times for its shipyard, where the dhows, the traditional wooden Omani boats were built. Continue to Ras Al Hadd. After an early dinner at the hotel, you will visit the turtle sanctuary at Ras Al Jinz.


Overnight stay at hotel

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

DAY 04 (Tue): RAS AL HADD – WADI BANI KHALID – WAHIBA SANDS
DAY 04 (Tue): RAS AL HADD – WADI BANI KHALID – WAHIBA SANDS

This morning, proceed to Wadi Bani Khalid – an oasis spot in the middle of the barren and dry mountains. The afternoon is reserved for your desert experience. You drive into the Wahiba Sands, a vast mass of undulating red and white sea of sand. After some exciting sand dune driving with your experienced driver, visit the home of a Bedouin Family in the desert where you will have a traditional Omani lunch. You will experience the real, traditional Arabic hospitality. Later arrive and check-in at the desert camp. Enjoy a BBQ dinner with Omani music and a dance show (seasonal).


Overnight stay at desert camp.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

DAY 05 (Wed): WAHIBA SANDS – IBRA – JABRIN – MISFAH
DAY 05 (Wed): WAHIBA SANDS – IBRA – JABRIN – MISFAH

After breakfast, check-out and proceed to the village of Ibra for a special shopping experience. Once a week this Souq (on Wednesdays), opposite the main market, attracts women-only buyers and sellers from all over the region, selling a variety of handicrafts such as baskets, woven cushions and camel bags. Men are usually not welcome, and photographs are prohibited here in the only Souq in the country dedicated to female shoppers. Then proceed to Jabrin castle and to Al Hamra, one of the oldest villages in Oman.


Overnight stay at Misfah.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

DAY 06 (Thu): MISFAH – JEBEL SHAMS – NIZWA
DAY 06 (Thu): MISFAH – JEBEL SHAMS – NIZWA

After leisurely breakfast, drive up to Jabel Shams, which literally means Mountain of the Sun. Experience an untamed and rugged countryside at Oman's highest peak at 3000m, often hailed as the Sultanate's own version of the Grand Canyon. Visit the hidden and remote village of Misfat Al Abriyeen. Embark on a heritage walk through the many plantations in the village to learn about the Falaj system. Continue to the historic town of Nizwa, Oman’s cultural capital.


Overnight stay at Nizwa.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

DAY 07 (Fri): NIZWA – MUSCAT
DAY 07 (Fri): NIZWA – MUSCAT

Nizwa’s main places of interest are the Souq and the Nizwa Fort. Visit the famous livestock market in Nizwa Souq which happens once a week (on Fridays) and the round tower fort of Nizwa, one of the most impressive forts in Oman. After visits, drive back to Muscat. Upon arrival at Muscat, check-in to your hotel. In the evening, proceed to Marina Bandar for a beautiful sunset cruise along the Muscat coastline on a Traditional Omani Dhow. After the cruise, have a delicious farewell dinner on board.


Overnight stay at Muscat.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 08 (Sat): DEPARTURE MUSCAT
DAY 08 (Sat): DEPARTURE MUSCAT

In time, transfer to Muscat International Airport for departure. It’s time to say Good Bye to Oman!

Opaskielet

العربية
English

Kohtauspaikka

Muscat International Airport
Päivä 1: Muscat
Päivä 2: Muscat
Päivä 3: Muscat, Ras Al-Jinz
Päivä 4: Ras Al-Jinz, A'Sharqiyah Sands in Finnish is A'Sharqiyah-hiekka-aavikko.
Päivä 5: A'Sharqiyah Sands in Finnish is A'Sharqiyah-hiekka-aavikko., Al Hamra
Päivä 6: Al Hamra, Nizwa
Päivä 7: Nizwa, Muscat
Päivä 8: Muscat
  • Arrival/ Departure transfers in minivan.
  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis at hotels as above or similar.
  • City tours in minivan with English speaking lady guide.
  • Round tour in 4X4 car with 04-pax in one car with English speaking lady guide.
  • Sunset Dhow Cruise with farewell dinner.
  • Lunches as mentioned in the program.
  • Entrance fee as applicable.
  • Air fare or visa charges.
  • All meals other than mentioned.
  • All expenses of personal in nature.
  • Mandatory Xmas/New Year supplements as applicable.
  • Anything which is not specifically mentioned in inclusions part.
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