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Oman

Oman Crossing Desert & Masirah Island

8 days from $2,204 per person

Itinerary updated: September 12, 2026

Tour highlights

Begin your Oman journey with a warm welcome at Muscat International Airport and a comfortable transfer to your hotel. The tour unfolds through a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty exploring lush wadis, golden deserts, pristine islands, historic towns, and dramatic mountain landscapes. From swimming in crystal-clear pools and dune driving in the desert to discovering ancient forts and scenic highlands, this journey offers a diverse and memorable experience of the Sultanate.

  • Arrival assistance and overnight stay in Muscat
  • Visit Wadi BaniKhalid for hiking and swimming
  • Dune bashing experience in Wahiba Sands with desert camp stay
  • Cross the desert and travel along the Arabian Sea
  • Explore Masirah Island, its beaches and wildlife
  • Visit Sinaw Souq en route to Nizwa
  • Explore Nizwa Fort & Nizwa Souq
  • Visit the mountain village of Misfah Al Abriyeen
  • Scenic drive to Jebel Shams, the Grand Canyon of Oman
  • Muscat city tour including Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Royal Opera House
  • Departure transfer to Muscat International Airport
  • Flights, Visa & Insurance

    Not included; can be arranged on request.

  • Additional Meals

    Any meal not mentioned in the itinerary is not covered.

  • Tips & Personal Expenses

    Gratuities, extra sightseeing, and added vehicle use are excluded.

  • Unlisted Services

    Anything not specifically stated in the inclusions is not covered.

  • Mandatory Gala Dinner

    Extra charges apply for Christmas & New Year departures.

  • Travel Insurance

    Not included; advisable to arrange your own coverage.

Itinerary idea

A day-by-day outline of how this journey usually runs. Nothing here is fixed — add nights, drop a city, or change the season and we will rebuild it around you.

8 days

Upon arrival at Muscat International Airport, you will proceed directly to Immigration. The customs and immigration process is efficient and straightforward. At the arrival lounge, you will be greeted by our professional and friendly chauffeur, who will assist you and guide you to our comfortable vehicle for transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an overnight stay at your hotel in Muscat.

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­Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Assistant

Highlights: Relax in Hotel

Start point – Muscat, Muscat Governorate, Oman
You will be greeted outside the airport exit gate by a representative holding a personalized name placard. Pick-up can also be arranged from any car-accessible location within Muscat.

09:00 – 12:00

At around 8:00 AM, our tour guide and driver will meet you for an exciting adventure into the desert of Oman. Your journey will take you through charming villages and towns before arriving at Wadi Bani Khalid. As you drive through the mountains, you’ll be treated to stunning views of the terrain below and picturesque villages nestled among the towering peaks. The road descends to the wadi, where a large pool surrounded by lush vegetation awaits. After parking, you’ll take a brief hike to the deep pools of the wadi, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim and experience the natural beauty. Following this, you’ll continue to the Wahiba Sands, the vast desert of Oman. Here, you’ll encounter the grandeur of the desert, and our experienced driver will guide you through the mesmerizing sand dunes, offering an exhilarating dune driving experience. Enjoy a buffet dinner and spend the night at the Wahiba Sand Camp.

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­Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tour Guide

Highlights: Wadi Bani Khalid, Wahiba Sands

After breakfast, depart from the camp and set off towards Qahidh, crossing the beautiful dunes of Wahiba Sands. The journey across the desert will take approximately four hours. Upon reaching Qahidh, continue driving to Shannah, where you’ll be captivated by the stunning contrast of the Arabian Sea against the desert dunes. After lunch, you’ll take a half-hour drive to reach Masirah Island, located fifteen kilometers off the southeast coast of Oman, known for its remote sandy beaches.

Note: The ferry ride to Masirah Island is subject to weather conditions and tide changes.

Arrive at Masirah Island before sunset. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the Masirah Island Resort. Situated on the borders of turtle breeding grounds, the resort is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike, offering a range of nautical sports.

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­Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance

Highlights: Azure Arabian Sea & desert dunes

After breakfast, explore the expansive beach of Masirah Island, where you can encounter remnants of wrecked ships, as well as the bones and skeletons of whales, dolphins, camels, turtles, and various other creatures that have lived and perished in this wild setting. Enjoy a serene evening tour to experience the island’s rugged, windswept beauty. Conclude your day with dinner at your hotel. Overnight stay at Masirah Island Resort.

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­Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance

Highlights: Relax on Beach

After breakfast, depart for the mainland in our 4×4 vehicle. Drive from Shannah to Nizwa, passing through Mahoot and Sinaw. Along the way, take the opportunity to explore the vibrant Sinaw Souq. Enjoy a local lunch in Nizwa before checking into your hotel. Overnight stay in Nizwa.

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­Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance

Highlights: Sinaw Souq

begins with an exploration of the historic oasis city of Nizwa. First, visit the impressive seventeenth-century Nizwa Fort, featuring a massive spherical tower built by Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya’aruba to protect the route. Next, explore the Nizwa Souq, renowned for its intricately handmade khanjars and beautifully designed silver ornaments. On Fridays, the souq comes alive with a unique cattle and goat auction. From Nizwa, proceed to Misfah, an ancient village where homes cling to the hillsides. After a brief stroll through the village, return to your jeep and continue the journey to Jebel Shams, Oman’s highest peak at over 3,000 meters, also known as the “Mountain of the Sun.” Jebel Shams is famous for its weavers who craft dense woolen rugs in unique colors. Enjoy lunch at the Jebel Shams camp. After spending some time at Jebel Shams, drive back to your hotel in Muscat for an overnight stay.

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­Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance

Highlights: Nizwa Fort, souq, Misfah, Jebel Shams,

Around 08:00 am, our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your Muscat hotel. The day begins with a visit to the renowned Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the fifth-largest mosque in the world, featuring a stunning Swarovski chandelier and a carpet that covers the entire male prayer hall. Next, you’ll drive past the Royal Opera House and the diplomatic quarter. Explore the vibrant fish market, Bait Al Baranda Museum, and Muttrah Souk, the largest and oldest marketplace in Oman. Continue the tour around Old Muscat to see the Sultan’s Palace and its adjacent Portuguese forts. Finally, you’ll be driven back to your Muscat hotel for an overnight stay.

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­Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tour Guide, Entrance

Highlights: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Local Markets & Museums, Sultan’s Palace

After checkout you will be transported to Muscat International Airport to catch your flight back home. Your journey with us ends here.

­Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport,

End point – Muscat, Muscat Governorate, Oman
You will be dropped off at the airport or any car-accessible location within Muscat, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your journey.

Your route

The overnight stops on this itinerary, in travel order. Click a pin — or a stop below the map — to see which days you spend there.
Jabal Shams, Al Hamra Province, Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, Oman Nizwa Province, Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, 611, Oman Al Masira, Masirah Province, Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate, Oman Wahiba Sands, Oman Wadi Bani Khalid, Wadi Bani Khalid Province, Ash Sharqiyah North Governorate, Oman Muscat, Muscat Province, Muscat Governorate, Oman

In Their Words

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Experience with "My Tour Advisor" was good. Everything was done as promised. The agent was very responsive and helpful. Rates were reasonable too. Overall a great trip.
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Honestly, I found the service and response of this travel agency to be excellent. Staff members were amazing. No issues with the company. I'm very glad that I came here. I would recommend My Tour Advisor to all of my friends and relatives.
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Unforgettable experience, Brilliant arrangements Thanks MTA!!!
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We have visited all the prominent placed known for royal bengal tiger but we loved the most Ranthambhore National park (because there we saw tiger 2 times ;). Jhalana safari is not so worthy as it is still not fully prepared and lack the proper facilities and maintenance. Overall a good trip. Thanks to Team MTA
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My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour to rajasthan with Udaipur Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. We learned so much about the history of india, as well as the culture, tradition and architecture of Rajasthan. Our guide was fantastic! He was very patient and extremely knowledgeable. The tour was very well organised. I would definitely recommend this company. We had an amazing time!
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