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Scandinavia's jewel and the nature of the north
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Arab heritage, untouched nature and the Indian Ocean
In Oman, time slows down: a fort on a mountain, a wadi of turquoise water, a desert asleep under the stars.
The destination
Oman is one of the most distinctive and peaceful destinations in the Middle East, blending a long history, genuine Arab hospitality and varied nature: high mountain ranges, golden deserts, and long beaches on the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean.
The capital, Muscat, is a white city between mountains and sea, with traditional architecture and great landmarks: the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Royal Opera House and the historic Mutrah Souq on the Corniche. Two hours away rises Jebel Akhdar with its terraced farms and roses, Nizwa has its fort and souk, the Sharqiya has the Wahiba Sands, and the wadis of Bani Khalid and Shab run with turquoise water.
In the south lies Salalah, capital of Dhofar, which turns green and misty during the khareef season from June to September, with springs and waterfalls, and the Land of Frankincense sites on the World Heritage list.
Oman is ideal for a Gulf family: close, safe, Arabic-speaking, halal and unhurried. We recommend the north from October to April, and Salalah in the khareef.
Ideal for
Regions
01 · City
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the Royal Opera House, the Mutrah Corniche and souk, and old Muscat with its forts.
02 · Highlands
The Saiq plateau at about 2,000 metres with its villages and terraces, and Jebel Shams, Oman's highest peak, above Wadi Ghul.
03 · Region
Oman's desert of golden dunes, with fine camps, camel rides and Bedouin hospitality.
04 · Region
Two of Oman's loveliest wadis, with natural pools ideal for swimming and walking.
05 · Region
A green land from June to September, with mist, springs and waterfalls, and the historic Land of Frankincense sites.
06 · City
Nizwa Fort and its round tower, the traditional souk, and Bahla and Jabreen nearby.
Experiences
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat
A morning at Muscat's great mosque, among white marble, a hand-woven carpet and a crystal chandelier.Discover
A night in the Wahiba Sands
The Sharqiya (Wahiba) Sands
A dune drive, sunset and an Omani dinner under the stars in a fine camp.Discover
The Salalah khareef
Salalah and Dhofar
Green mountains, mist and waterfalls in the middle of the Arabian summer.Discover
Where to stay
Taste and addresses
Omani cooking is simple and generous: shuwa slow-cooked in an underground pit at Eid, mishkak skewers over charcoal, and Omani halwa with cardamom coffee and dates.
Journeys
Itineraries drawn up by our consultants, to adapt to you day by day.
Oman · 9 days
8 nights in Muscat, Jebel Akhdar and Salalah
Three nights on Muscat's beach, two on the canyon rim of Jebel Akhdar and three between beach and lagoon in Salalah, with a private car and a domestic flight.
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