Duration – 8 hours approx.
Drive through Sumail Gap and Izki. On the way you stop at Birkat Al Mouz for a photo stop. The old and the new village are both immersed in a lush green date and banana plantation. Birkat Al Mouz is also home of one the most famous and longest falaj system in Oman, the “Al Khateem Falaj ” 2450 meter long (UNESCO SITE). Thereafter, you proceed to the roof of Oman, the Saiq Plateau which for hundreds of years has been accessible only by donkeys. The sight of terraced gardens is very interesting. A variety of fruits like, pomegranates, apricot, and lemon are grown here. There are rose gardens here and they bloom in April. There are interesting walks in Wadi Bani Habib, Shrejaya, Al ain and Aqur. The weather here is cool and dry. Picnic lunch. Return to Muscat.
1 person in a 4WD Car US$ 375.00 2 persons in a 4WD Car – per person rate US$ 210.00 3 persons in a 4WD Car – per person rate US$ 150.00 4 persons in a 4WD Car – per person rate US$ 125.00
Cost Includes:
▪ Soft drinks
▪ Services of an English-speaking driver cum guide.
▪ Excursions in a 4WD Car
▪ Picnic Lunch or Lunch in a local restaurant.
Cost does not Include:
▪ Expenses of any personal nature.
▪ VAT 5%.
▪ Grand Mosque - Women should wear attire covering their arms and legs and should cover their head with scarf. Men should wear normal shirt and trousers).
▪ Swimming in Wadis– Wadis are a public tourist area and hence, it attracts both tourist & locals equally. Keeping in mind the country’s culture, all women are requested to wear clothes up to the knees. T-shirts & shorts are fine. However, bikinis only are not recommended.
▪ Trekking- Take as little as possible as conditions are usually steep and hot. Boots are required and it should be lightweight but beware of the aggressive nature of the rocks. Trekking shoes and light-colored clothes are advisable.
▪ During other tours – Smart casuals are suitable especially if visiting local villages and meeting local people.
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