Welcome to Muscat! Today, your exciting Omani adventure begins as you arrive in the capital of Oman, unofficially dubbed “Norway of Arabia” for its incredible fjords and rugged mountain cliffs. Today, get settled in at either Al Bustan Palace or Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa, and enjoy your hotel’s incredible facilities before a locally-prepared dinner.
Multi-Day Tour | Independent, Private
City to Desert to Island: An Oman Adventure (9 days)
Remote Lands, Inc
Valid for Departures Now Through: 18 Mar 2019
City to Desert to Island: An Oman Adventure (9 days)
Muscat, Oman
Muscat, Oman
Wahiba Sands, Oman
Masirah Island, Oman
Masirah Island, Oman
Hail al Shas, Oman
Hail al Shas, Oman
Muscat, Oman
Muscat, Oman
Itinerary
DAY | LOCATION(S) | HOTEL | MEALS | DESCRIPTION |
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Day 1
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Muscat, Oman |
Al Bustan Palace - A Ritz Carlton Hotel | Dinner |
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Day 2
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Muscat, Oman |
Al Bustan Palace - A Ritz Carlton Hotel | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Spend the day exploring the city of Muscat and its surrounding areas, from its rugged mountains to its sandy beaches. Try out some watersports or hike the local hills, or sit back and relax by your hotel’s sprawling pool or luxurious spa. |
Day 3
|
Wahiba Sands, Oman |
Desert Nights Camp | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Today, you’ll head into the desert to enjoy a stay at Wahiba Sands, a luxurious desert camp in the heart of the golden red sand dunes of Oman’s Wahiba Sands. Enjoy your stay in a luxury tent and spend the day checking items off your bucket list, from surfing down a sand dune to riding a camel in the sunset. End the day with dinner at Two Dunes, the on-site restaurant, and some incredible star-gazing. |
Day 4
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Masirah Island, Oman |
Masirah Island Resort | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
From desert to island: today you’ll head across the Wahiba Sands to the coast, where you’ll take a ferry to Masirah Island. A wildlife lover’s dream, this island is a breeding nest for turtles as well as many other creatures. Settled in at Masirah Island Resort and enjoy a hearty dinner at the on-site buffet, gearing up for your next day. |
Day 5
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Masirah Island, Oman |
Masirah Island Resort | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Spend the day exploring all the wildlife of Masirah Island: explore the resort’s wildlife museum and take advantage of the opportunity for Loggerhead turtle watching before hitting the beach or the pool. In the evening, enjoy a cocktail at the Sanctuary Bar or a live performance at Oasis Bar. |
Day 6
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Hail al Shas, Oman |
None | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Today, you’ll head back to the mainland for a breathtaking stay at The View hotel in Hail al Shas, an incredible luxury ecolodge featuring stunning panoramas of the mountainous desert landscapes. After a long day of travel, relax and take in the stunning vista with a dinner at The View restaurant, before resting up for the day ahead. |
Day 7
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Hail al Shas, Oman |
None | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Take advantage of the natural gymnasium surrounding you: today is a day of hiking! Enjoy treks through the Jabal Shams Mountains surrounding your hotel, and marvel at all the different viewpoints you can take in. Upon your return to the hotel, take a dip in the infinity pool, 4,600 feet above sea level, and enjoy a delightful dinner and campfire once the sky turns purple. |
Day 8
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Muscat, Oman |
Al Bustan Palace - A Ritz Carlton Hotel | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
On your way back to Muscat, you’ll take a delightful tour of the Omani countryside, visiting traditional mountain villages including Bilad Sayt, Wadi Bani Awf and Nakh. Taste the local cuisine and pick up some handicrafts while taking a peek into local life. Then, settle back at your hotel of choice in bustling Muscat. |
Day 9
|
Muscat, Oman |
None | Breakfast |
Your Omani adventure has come to an end. Today, you’ll be transferred to Muscat airport to catch your flight home or onwards to your next destination. |
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VIP Arrival
The following VIP services are complimentary for all Virtuoso guests upon arrival at participating airports.
- Meet and greet as you disembark the aircraft
- Luggage assistance
- Escort through immigration and customs formalities
- Escort to your private guide
Further services may be available, contingent upon individual airport regulations. Please enquire for further details.
Tour Features
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Description
Welcome to Oman, a country small in size but overflowing with breathtaking experiences. This incredible 10-day itinerary showcases the best natural landscapes the country has to offer, from sandy beaches to red sand dunes, sweeping vistas to expansive fjords. But it’s not all trekking: this itinerary also focuses on the chic, from a luxury desert camp to an infinity pool overlooking an expansive valley, so you can relax and rejuvenate while enjoying new cuisines and an exotic culture.
Highlights
Ride a camel or surf down a sand dune at luxury camp Wahiba Sands
Check out breeding turtles on Masirah Island, wildlife capital of Oman
Hike the incredible Jabal Shams Mountains, enjoying sweeping vistas of the valley below
Explore the bustling city of Muscat, from the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque to the forts of the old town
About Us
Remote Lands is the world’s foremost ultra-luxe bespoke travel designer focused exclusively on Asia. We provide the very finest that Asia has to offer, from pool villas and private jets to unique experiences within far-flung cultures off the beaten path. Our attention to detail, personalized service, creativity and deep knowledge of Asia set us apart.
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