Oman Walking ~ Butterfield and Robinson · Biking and Walking Since 1966

Activity Level: M
Start / Finish: Muscat / Dubai

A Tale of (6) Arabian Nights

Vast, exotic, and dramatic in its contrasts, there is a lot to see in the Sultanate of Oman—but it won’t take us a Thousand and One Nights to show it to you. That’s because we’ve devised an itinerary that cleverly takes in all the highlights, whisking you from the capital to the interior, coast to mountains, to the isolated Musandam Peninsula and back again in just eight days. Our stay swings between wild and tamed, from urban comforts to donkey paths in the stately Hajar Mountains and, finally, to the door of a Six Senses oasis. But don’t be fooled by the “whisking” part—our explorations are nothing if not thorough, whether we’re following a safari guide across the desert or nosing into fishing ports along the Gulf of Oman. We make every one of our Arabian Nights count.

Day 1 Explore Muscat Old and New, including a private harbour cruise and dinner aboard a traditional dhow
Day 2 Walk along the coast to Oman’s oldest and most important souk near the seaport of Muttrah Day 3 Explore the mountain villages of Jebal Akhdar before heading on to Nizwa, the ancient Omani capital
Day 4 Walk along the canyon wall of the massive Wadi an Nakhar, dubbed “the Omani Grand Canyon”
Day 5 Track wildlife through the desert before heading to the coast for a two-night stay at the sublime Six Senses Hideaway at Zighi Bay
Day 6 Discover the Musandam Peninsula by boat, passing dramatic fjords and plunging rock faces en route to the area’s main fishing port
Day 7 Breakfast in Zighi Bay, then salaam in Dubai


		Al Bustan, Muscat Just south of the old city of Muscat, the Al Bustan is set against a dramatic mountain backdrop, on 200 acres of private beach and lush gardens. From the moment you walk through the door you will know and love that you are in Oman. Owned by the Sultan Himself, when royalty comes to Oman, this is where they stay.
		The Falaj Daris, Nizwa The Falaj Daris offers the best accommodation in a region that affords us some of the most spectacular walks. The hotel is a comfortable three-star with a mountain backdrop that reinforces how inland you now are.
		Al Maha Resort, Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve Set within 225 square kilometres of pristine desert landscape,the Al Maha provides an unparalleled desert experience. From your room (complete with a private pool) you will have views accross the magnificent "empty quarter" desert that stretches south into Oman and Saudi Arabia.
		Six Senses Hideaway Zighi Bay, Zighi Bay The Six Senses group needs no introduction, but their latest offering, the Hideaway at Zighi Bay, is one of their most dazzling and secluded. Sandwiched between soaring mountains and a white-sand beach, a stay here represents the utmost in service and luxury.

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