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visit the ruins of Tanuf, which provide a vital insight into Oman’s past; follow this with a chance to visit a Falaj (water channel), an ingenious man-made irrigation system, still the source of water for the entire city of Nizwa. Stay for 2 nights at the Falaj Daris Hotel. (B)
Day 5: Nizwa Morning tour to the fascinating village of Misfah an oasis in the mountains seemingly hewn out of rock. The endearing residents live a calm, harmonious and pious existence. Continue by road to the ancient village of Al Hamra standing 600m above sea level. After this proceed to Jabel Shams, the highest peak in Oman at over 3,000m. View Wadi Nekhar, affectionately called ‘the Grand Canyon of Oman’. (B)
Day 6: Nizwa – 1,000 Nights Camp After breakfast visit Ibra via Sinaw, home to dramatic caves and beehive tombs. Continue through the breathtaking desert terrain of Oman, experiencing a thrilling dune drive in your 4x4, criss-crossing the wind-carved landscape – an absolute necessity for your visit to the desert. In the evening you have the
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opportunity to visit a traditional Bedouin residence, home of the indigenous pastoralist tribe. Relax under the star-studded sky miles from civilisation. Overnight at the 1000 Nights Camp. (B/D)
Day 7: 1,000 Nights Camp – Ras Al Hádd This morning you may try optional extra activities such as sandboarding, quad biking, camel riding or archery amongst other pursuits. Continue to Wadi Bani Khalid with its palm and date trees, springs and clear water pools. Transfer to the Turtle Beach Resort. In the evening visit Turtle Beach for the ideal opportunity to potentially watch giant Green Turtles laying and hatching in the soft warm sands (Sep-Dec). (B)
Wadi Bani Khalid
Day 8: Muscat – London Transfer to the airport for your Oman Air flight to Heathrow. Alternatively you can extend your stay in Muscat. (B)
Salalah Extension 6-night Tour Prices from
07 Jan '11-08 Apr 15 Apr-29 Apr 06 May-20 May 02 Sep-23 Sep 30 Sep-30 Dec
06 Jan-20 Apr '12 Mixed Board
The prices in the panel are only meant as a guide and may change. Please refer to page 17 for more information
Adult Tour Sgl Rm Sup 1890 1940 1890 1900 2025 2090
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Prices are in £’s per person based on 2 adults sharing and include taxes and fuel surcharge and ATOL fee of £206 per person (reductions or increases may apply at the time of booking). Prices will vary within the date band depending on the departure date. For full details of our pricing policy and booking conditions, please refer to pages 119-124.
Why not extend your tour with 3 nights at the luxurious Hilton Salalah Resort? The ancient port city with beautiful quiet beaches such as Mugshall and a deeply compelling history, from Samhuram that was famed as the centre for the frankincense trade, the ancient castle of Mirbat and unique antiquities from the nearby souks, is the perfect climax to a fantastic trip.
3 nights from £785
Prices are per person based on twin share on a Breakfast Included basis and includes sightseeing and airport transfers.
For more information visit
worldwidejourneys.virginholidays.co.uk
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