Oman Islands, Wadis & Desert Group Trip – 6 Nights / 7 Days
A seven-day Oman adventure blending pristine islands, turquoise wadis, golden desert dunes, dramatic mountains and timeless heritage.
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About This Journey
Discover a different side of Oman on a seven-day group adventure combining pristine islands, turquoise wadis, dramatic mountain landscapes, golden desert dunes and historic heritage towns.
Begin in Muscat and explore its atmospheric waterfront and traditional souqs before heading out to the Daymaniyat Islands for a memorable marine experience. Continue through the turquoise pools and rugged canyon landscapes of Wadi Shab and Wadi Bani Khalid before experiencing the vast Wahiba Sands.
The journey continues through Birkat Al Mouz and historic Nizwa before reaching the spectacular Hajar Mountains, Misfat Al Abriyeen and Jebel Shams, often described as the Grand Canyon of Arabia.
With organised internal transportation, selected sightseeing, accommodation and a dedicated group-trip format, this Go Alive journey brings together Oman’s coast, wadis, desert, mountains and heritage in one immersive experience.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Muscat’s coastal charm and Muttrah Corniche
- Visit the vibrant Muttrah Souq
- Experience the pristine Daymaniyat Islands
- Snorkel among coral reefs, marine life and sea turtles
- Explore the turquoise pools and canyon landscapes of Wadi Shab
- Visit the emerald pools of Wadi Bani Khalid
- Experience Wadi Hawar
- Discover the vast Wahiba Sands desert
- Enjoy desert adventure experiences including ATV riding
- Experience traditional desert landscapes and sunset views
- Explore Birkat Al Mouz and its traditional irrigation heritage
- Visit historic Nizwa Fort and Nizwa Souq
- Explore the mountain village of Misfat Al Abriyeen
- Experience the dramatic landscapes of Jebel Shams
- Travel as part of a curated 15–18 member group
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Muscat – Arrival & City Delights
Arrive in Muscat and begin your Oman experience in the country’s coastal capital.
Explore the scenic Muttrah Corniche, with its sea views, traditional dhows and cafés.
Continue to Muttrah Souq to discover local handicrafts, frankincense, spices and perfumes.
Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and admire its impressive architecture and intricate details. Entry is not included.
Spend the evening enjoying the atmosphere along the illuminated Corniche.
Meals: To Be Confirmed
Overnight Stay: Muscat
Day 2: Daymaniyat Islands Adventure
Travel by boat towards the pristine Daymaniyat Islands.
Enjoy time in the clear waters around the islands and experience snorkelling among coral reefs, fish and sea turtles.
Scuba diving is available as an optional activity at an additional cost.
Relax on the white-sand beaches and enjoy the light picnic mentioned in the itinerary.
Return to Muscat after the island experience.
Meals: To Be Confirmed
Overnight Stay: Muscat
Day 3: Wadi Shab & Wadi Bani Khalid
Travel towards Wadi Shab and begin the adventure with the local boat ride and hike through the canyon landscape.
Explore the turquoise pools and natural surroundings of Wadi Shab, including the hidden waterfall area described in the itinerary.
Continue towards Wadi Bani Khalid and relax beside its emerald pools surrounded by mountain scenery.
Return towards Muscat by sunset.
Meals: To Be Confirmed
Overnight Stay: Muscat
Day 4: Wadi Hawar & Wahiba Sands Desert
Begin the day with a walk through the palm-fringed pools of Wadi Hawar.
Continue towards Wahiba Sands and experience the vast golden desert landscape.
Enjoy the desert activities mentioned in the package, including ATV riding and other desert experiences.
The itinerary describes dune-bashing, camel rides and sandboarding as part of the desert experience; the exact inclusion of each activity should be confirmed before publishing.
Enjoy the desert sunset before spending the night in the desert environment.
Meals: To Be Confirmed
Overnight Stay: Wahiba Sands Desert Camp
Day 5: Wahiba Sands to Nizwa & Birkat Al Mouz
Depart from the Wahiba Sands region and continue towards Birkat Al Mouz.
Explore the village and learn about the historic Falaj Al Khatmeen irrigation system.
Continue to Nizwa and visit the historic Nizwa Fort and traditional Nizwa Souq, known for silver, pottery, spices and local crafts.
Spend the evening at leisure in the historic Nizwa area.
Meals: To Be Confirmed
Overnight Stay: Nizwa
Day 6: Hajar Mountains, Misfat Al Abriyeen & Jebel Shams
Travel through the dramatic Hajar Mountains towards the mountain village of Misfat Al Abriyeen.
Explore the village and its traditional mountain setting before continuing towards Jebel Shams.
Reach the spectacular mountain viewpoints associated with the Grand Canyon of Arabia and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
After the mountain experience, return towards Muscat.
Meals: To Be Confirmed
Overnight Stay: Muscat
Day 7: Muscat – Departure
Complete the final departure formalities and conclude your Oman journey.
Airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day are excluded from the formal package inclusions, so the final airport transfer arrangement should be confirmed separately.
Meals: To Be Confirmed
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 06 nights accommodation as per the confirmed itinerary
- 3-star centrally located hotel accommodation as specified by the source
- 5 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- Daymaniyat Islands day trip
- Snorkelling at Daymaniyat Islands
- Muttrah Corniche visit
- Wadi Shab day trip
- Bimmah Sinkhole visit
- Wadi Bani Khalid visit
- ATV ride in Wahiba Sands
- Wahiba Sands desert experience
- Wadi Hawar visit
- Jebel Shams experience
- Birkat Al Mouz visit
- Nizwa Fort and Nizwa Souq visit
- Misfat Al Abriyeen visit
- Entry fees for included sites
- Local taxes
- All internal transfers
Not Included
- International flights
- Airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day
- Scuba diving
- Ferrata climb
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Dinners
- Lunches other than the one included lunch
- Personal expenses
- Any service or activity not specifically mentioned under package inclusions
Package Costing
Double Sharing
Package Price: ₹74,999 Per Person
Original Price: ₹89,999 Per Person
You Save: ₹15,000 Per Person
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Trip Mode: Group
Accommodation: 3-Star Hotels / Confirmed Itinerary
Meals: 5 Breakfasts + 1 Lunch
Transport: Internal Transfers
Group Size: 15–18 Members
International Flights: Not Included
Airport Transfers: First & Last Day Not Included
GST: 5% Extra
TCS: 2% Extra
Available Batches
Previously Listed Departure
Travel Date: 20 February 2026
Status: Past Departure
Custom Departure
Travel Dates: On Request
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Price: On Request
Availability: Subject to Selected Travel Date
Next Fixed Departure: To Be Confirmed
- The package headline and itinerary specify 7 Days / 6 Nights, while several longer marketing sections on the source page incorrectly refer to a 9-day itinerary. Confirm Before Publishing.
- The fixed departure date displayed on the booking section is 20 February 2026 and has already passed. No future fixed departure is currently displayed.
- A Custom Date option is available on the booking interface.
- The currently displayed booking price is ₹74,999 per person on double sharing, with ₹89,999 shown as the original price and applicable taxes extra.
- The source separately lists older date-based prices of ₹74,999, ₹79,999 and ₹89,999. Go Alive should use the currently displayed ₹74,999 price unless a new departure-specific price is confirmed.
- The formal meal inclusion is 5 breakfasts and 1 lunch. Dinners and additional lunches are excluded.
- Day 4 describes a traditional Omani dinner at the desert camp, while the formal exclusions state that dinners are excluded. Confirm Before Publishing.
- The source lists an ATV ride as included but also describes dune-bashing, camel rides and sandboarding in the itinerary/marketing content. The exact included desert activities should be confirmed before publishing.
- The itinerary mentions Bimmah Sinkhole under the formal activity inclusions, although it does not appear as a separate stop in the six-day itinerary. Confirm Before Publishing.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and last day are specifically excluded, even though internal transfers during the tour are included.
- Scuba diving and Ferrata climbing are optional/additional activities and are excluded.
- Weather and local operating conditions may affect boat trips, water activities, mountain excursions and desert activities.
- The group size is stated as approximately 15–18 travellers with a dedicated Trip Leader.
- Final accommodation, desert camp arrangement, activity inclusions and airport transfer arrangements should be reconfirmed before booking.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellation requests must be communicated to Go Alive through an official communication channel.
- Booking amounts paid towards confirmed reservations may be non-refundable.
- Cancellation charges will depend on the cancellation date and amounts already committed towards hotels, transportation, activities, desert camps and other travel suppliers.
- Cancellation close to departure may attract substantial or complete cancellation charges.
- No-show bookings or unused services may be treated as non-refundable.
- Third-party services will remain subject to their respective cancellation and refund conditions.
- Changes caused by weather, government restrictions, operational circumstances or other force-majeure events may require itinerary modifications or alternative arrangements.
- Any applicable cancellation charges and final refund conditions will be communicated before confirmation of the Go Alive booking.
The final cancellation conditions applicable to your Go Alive booking will be communicated before confirmation.
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Where necessary to operate the journey, relevant traveller information may be shared with accommodation providers, transport operators, boat operators, activity providers, visa partners and other travel-service providers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
6 QuestionsEverything you may want to know before booking this journey.
01 Is Oman suitable for first-time international travellers?
Yes. This package is structured as a guided group journey with organised internal transportation and a dedicated Trip Leader, making it suitable for travellers who want a structured introduction to Oman.
02 Do I need to know swimming for the Daymaniyat Islands experience?
Swimming ability should be confirmed before participating in water activities. The itinerary includes swimming and snorkelling around the Daymaniyat Islands, while scuba diving is optional and excluded from the package.
03 What type of accommodation is provided?
The source specifies 3-star centrally located hotels for six nights, although the itinerary also describes an overnight desert experience. The final hotel and desert-camp arrangements should be confirmed before booking.
04 How many meals are included in the Oman package?
The formal inclusions specify 5 breakfasts and 1 lunch. Dinners and additional lunches are excluded. The Day 4 itinerary mentions a desert dinner, so this particular meal should be confirmed before final booking.
05 Is scuba diving included in the package?
No. Scuba diving is specifically excluded from the package and can be treated as an optional activity subject to availability and additional charges.
06 Can I choose custom travel dates for this Oman trip?
Yes. The booking interface provides a Custom Date option. The previously displayed fixed departure of 20 February 2026 has already passed, so the next available departure should be confirmed with Go Alive before publishing or booking.