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Oman: 8-Day Adventure Muscat, Wahiba Desert & Jebel Akhdar

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8-day trip from Muscat visiting IntercityHotel Muscat, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Royal Opera House Muscat. Operated by GidOman.

Highlights

  • Discover the best of Oman on an 8-day guided tour with a local guide.

Oman: 8-Day Adventure Muscat, Wahiba Desert & Jebel Akhdar: Key Facts

PriceFrom $2860 per person
Duration8 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Oman: 8-Day Adventure Muscat, Wahiba Desert & Jebel Akhdar

8-day trip from Muscat visiting IntercityHotel Muscat, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Royal Opera House Muscat. Operated...
8 days
English
$2,860
Free cancellation

Full description

A 8-day trip out of Muscat taking in IntercityHotel Muscat, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Royal Opera House Muscat and Mutrah Souq. The longest stop is IntercityHotel Muscat, at about 24 hours. There are 20 stops in all.

The running order is IntercityHotel Muscat (24h), then Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (1h), then Royal Opera House Muscat (45 min), then Mutrah Souq (1h), then Al Alam Palace (20 min), and on from there.

The price covers hotel accommodation, Daily breakfast, Dinner (only on Days 3, 4 and 5) and Hotel accommodation:. It does not cover lunch, Dinner (on Days 1, 2 and 6, 7, 8) and Personal expenses, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $4030 together rather than $2860 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Pickup location:

Muscat

Car

(20 minutes)

IntercityHotel Muscat

Free time, Overnight stay (24 hours)

Bus/coach

(20 minutes)

Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Royal Opera House Muscat

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (45 minutes)

Mutrah Souq

Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Walk (1 hour)

Bus/coach

(15 minutes)

Al Alam Palace

Photo stop, Guided tour (20 minutes)

Bus/coach

(30 minutes)

Bus/coach

(1.5 hours)

Bimmah Sinkhole

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time (30 minutes)

Wadi Shab

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Walk, Hiking, Swimming (3 hours)

Turtle Beach Resort

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Bus/coach

(1 hour)

Dhow Factory

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (40 minutes)

Wadi Bani Khalid

Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Walk, Swimming (1 hour)

Jeep / SUV

(1 hour)

Eastern Sands

Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Dune bashing, Sunset (40 minutes)

Arabian Oryx Camp

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Bus/coach

(2.5 hours)

Nizwa Souq

Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk, Food tasting, Food market visit (45 minutes)

Nizwa Fort

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (40 minutes)

Bus/coach

(25 minutes)

Oman Across Ages Museum

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time (1.5 hours)

Jeep / SUV

(80 minutes)

Jebel Akhdar

Photo stop, Sunset (20 minutes)

Jabal Akhdar Hotel فندق الجبل الاخضر

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Jeep / SUV

(2.33 hours)

InterContinental Muscat by IHG

Overnight stay (24 hours)

Dimaniyat Islands

Photo stop, Free time, Swimming, Snorkeling, Marine life viewing (4.5 hours)

Arrive back at:

Muscat

Includes

  • Hotel accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • Dinner (only on Days 3, 4 and 5)
  • Hotel accommodation:
  • Day 1 & Day 2: Intercity Hotel, Ramada Encore by Wyndham Muscat Al-Ghubra, or Al Falaj Hotel (4*) in Muscat.
  • Day 3: Turtle Beach Resort or Sama Ras Al Jinz (3*) in Ras Al Hadd.
  • Day 4: Sama Al Wasil, Arabian Oryx, or similar (3*) in Wahiba Desert.
  • Day 5: Sama Jabel Akhdar in Jabal Akhdar (4*) or similar
  • Day 6 & Day 7: InterContinental Muscat or Grand Hyatt (5*) in Muscat.

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • Dinner (on Days 1, 2 and 6, 7, 8)
  • Personal expenses
  • All entrance fees:
  • 1. Muscat Opera House: 3 OMR
  • 2. Mutrah fort: 3 OMR
  • 3. Ras al Jinz Turtle Reserve: 12 OMR
  • 4. Oman Across Ages Museum: 5 OMR
  • 5. Nizwa Fort: 5 OMR
  • 6. Camel riding: 5-15 OMR

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 8 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hotel accommodation, Daily breakfast, Dinner (only on Days 3, 4 and 5), Hotel accommodation:, Day 1 & Day 2: Intercity Hotel, Ramada Encore by Wyndham Muscat Al-Ghubra, or Al Falaj Hotel (4*) in Muscat., Day 3: Turtle Beach Resort or Sama Ras Al Jinz (3*) in Ras Al Hadd., Day 4: Sama Al Wasil, Arabian Oryx, or similar (3*) in Wahiba Desert., Day 5: Sama Jabel Akhdar in Jabal Akhdar (4*) or similar, Day 6 & Day 7: InterContinental Muscat or Grand Hyatt (5*) in Muscat.
The duration of the Oman: 8-Day Adventure Muscat, Wahiba Desert & Jebel Akhdar is typically 8 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$2,860Free cancellation