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A long-weekend loop from Muscat into the mountains and desert. Treat it as a framework to shape around your own pace and interests.
| Days | Where | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muscat | The Grand Mosque, the Mutrah souq and the corniche |
| 2 | Nizwa and the mountains | The fort, Jebel Akhdar and the terraced villages |
| 3 | Wahiba Sands | Dune drives and a night at a desert camp |
| 4 | Wadi and return | A swim at Wadi Bani Khalid, then home |
A weekend covers Muscat and one excursion. Four to five days lets you add the mountains, a wadi and a desert night.
Plan the timing and the budget. See our best time to visit Oman and Oman trip cost from Dubai guides to pick your month and set your budget.
Once the route is set, the last step is entry. Check which visa applies to your passport as a UAE resident on our Oman visa from Dubai guide before you book flights.
4 Days covers the highlights comfortably from Dubai. Add a few days if you want to travel at a slower pace or reach more than one region.
The suggested route above covers the essentials. See the full list of standout experiences in the section on things not to miss.
Yes. This route is built to suit first-time visitors, with the main sights in a sensible order and easy connections.
It depends on the season you want. Our best time to visit Oman guide sets out the ideal months and what each one offers.
It depends on your passport. Check the route for you on our Oman visa from Dubai guide before you book.