Wadi Reizen | The Oman Specialist

Dag 1 – Travel Day

 

Day 2 - Arrival in Muscat

Welcome to Oman! At the airport, your driver will be ready to take you to your hotel. Time to settle in, soak up your first impressions of the city, and get used to the rhythm of this fascinating country.

In the afternoon, board a boat to the Daymaniyat Islands, a protected natural area full of colorful coral and curious turtles. A relaxing yet impressive water adventure, with plenty of opportunities to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters.

 

Overnight: Aloft Hotel Muscat

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Day 3 – Discovering Muscat

Today you’ll get to know the capital on a guided city tour. Highlights include the Grand Mosque, Muttrah Souq, the National Museum, and the Opera House. In the afternoon, enjoy the city at your own pace or opt for a relaxing beach moment.

 

Overnight: Aloft Hotel Muscat

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​Day 4 – Snake Canyon and Balad Sayt

An adventurous day awaits in Snake Canyon! Jump, swim, and abseil through narrow rock passages. The day is fully guided by professional canyoning instructors, ensuring you can safely enjoy this spectacular landscape.

 

Overnight: Balad Sayt Guesthouse

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Day 5 - Misfat al Abreyin and Jebel Shams

Visit and walk through the picturesque mountain village of Misfat Al Abreyin, built with traditional stone houses along the mountainside. Then, drive along a stunning mountain route to Jebel Shams, where you’ll take on the Balcony Walk with a via ferrata – one of Oman’s most spectacular hikes along the edge of the Middle East’s “Grand Canyon.”

 

Overnight: Sama Heights Resort, Jebel Shams

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Day 6 - Wadi Nakhr and Nizwa

Descend into Wadi Nakhr for a 2-kilometre hike to a hidden cave with a crystal-clear pool, where optional abseiling is possible.

Upon arrival in Nizwa, Oman’s largest fort city, stroll through the colorful souq, known for silverwork, dates, and pottery.

Overnight: Ihyaa Inn, Nizwa

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Day 7 - Jebel Al Akdhar

Hike the Three Villages Walk, following ancient irrigation channels and terraces filled with roses, figs, and pomegranates. Your guide will share insights on agriculture, local traditions, and the hidden villages of the Jebel Akhdar plateau.

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Overnight: Hanging Terraces Lodge, Jebel Al Akhdar

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Day 8 - Into the Desert

Your lodge is nestled among the dunes, where the silence is almost tangible. A sunset from a dune makes the moment unforgettable. After a beautiful sunset, enjoy a delicious meal around a large campfire under the starry sky.

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Overnight: Al Salam Camp

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Day 9 - Wadi Hawer and Sur

An active day in Wadi Hawer, featuring light canyoning and natural swimming pools. Afterwards, visit the ancient port town of Sur, known for its traditional wooden dhows.

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Overnight: Best Western Hotel, Su

 

Day 10 - Wadi Shabb and Tiwi

Start the day with a refreshing hike through Wadi Shab, featuring turquoise pools and dramatic rock walls.

 

Overnight: Tiwi Sunrise, Tiwi

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​Day 11 – Bimma Sinkhole

Depart the hotel early and drive back to Muscat along the coastal route. En route, stop at Bimma Sinkhole, a natural depression with a deep, bright-blue pool.

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Continue to the airport. The journey ends here – a trip in which you’ve not just seen Oman, but truly experienced it.