TourMuscat, Nizwa & Wahiba Sands
- 5★ hotels and a desert camp
- Direct flights from London Heathrow
- Private driver with a 4x4
From£1,449per person · 2 sharing
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Muscat City & Beach
Five nights at a 5-star beach hotel in Muscat, with breakfast, direct return flights from Heathrow and airport transfers.
- 5 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Direct from London Heathrow
From
£899
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
Five nights by the sea in Muscat, at a 5-star beach hotel on Shatti Al Qurum or in one of the rocky coves south-east of the old town. Mutrah’s corniche and souq, and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, are a short drive away.
The package includes direct return flights from London Heathrow with Oman Air, the hotel with breakfast each morning and return airport transfers. Spend your days on the beach, take a boat trip to look for dolphins, and give one morning to the Grand Mosque and an evening to the souq.
- Duration
- 6 days, 5 nights
- Board
- Bed & breakfast
- Hotel
- 5★ beach hotel in Muscat
- Flights
- Direct from London Heathrow
- Transfers
- Return, approx. 20–45 mins
- Good for
- Couples, families, friends
5★ beach hotel in Muscat
You stay in a 5-star beach hotel on Muscat’s coast, with pools, gardens, several restaurants and sunbeds on the sand. Some are on Shatti Al Qurum, close to the city; others sit in quieter coves south-east of Old Muscat. We confirm the hotel with each quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast served daily
- Pools and beach access
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms on request
- Mosques close by
Times from your hotel
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosqueapprox. 15–40 mins by road
- Mutrah Corniche and Souqapprox. 15–30 mins by road
- Old Muscat and Al Alam Palaceapprox. 15–30 mins by road
- Royal Opera House Muscatapprox. 10–35 mins by road
- Qurum Beachapprox. 5–30 mins by road
- Muscat International Airportapprox. 20–45 mins by road
Times are approximate and depend on your hotel and traffic.
Included in the price
Included
- Direct return flights from London Heathrow, with checked baggage
- 5 nights in a 5★ beach hotel in Muscat
- Breakfast every morning
- Return airport transfers in Muscat
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Boat trips, tours and entry fees
- Lunches, dinners and drinks
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 7 hours direct from London Heathrow to Muscat (MCT), and approx. 8 hours on the way home.
Time difference
Oman is 4 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 3 hours ahead in summer.
Money
The currency is the Omani rial (OMR), divided into 1,000 baisa. Cards are accepted in most hotels and malls; carry some cash for souqs and taxis.
Dress and customs
Dress modestly away from the beach and pool, with shoulders and knees covered. During Ramadan, avoid eating or drinking in public in daylight.
Language
Arabic is the official language. English is widely spoken in hotels, restaurants and shops.
Weather
Muscat averages 25–30°C from November to March, with the sea at 23–28°C. From May to September it averages 36–40°C.
Day by day
Days 2 to 5 are yours to plan. These are suggestions; boat trips, tours and entry fees are not included.
- Day 1
Arrive in Muscat
Fly direct from London Heathrow to Muscat, approx. 7 hours. Your driver meets you at the airport for the transfer to your beach hotel, approx. 20 to 45 minutes depending on where it is.
- Day 2
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Visit the Grand Mosque in the morning (it opens to non-Muslim visitors from Saturday to Thursday), then spend the afternoon by the pool or on the beach.
- Day 3
Mutrah and Old Muscat
Walk the corniche at Mutrah and browse the souq for frankincense, silver and textiles. Then see Al Alam Palace and the forts of Old Muscat, approx. 10 minutes further along the coast.
- Day 4
On the water
Take a morning boat trip from one of Muscat’s marinas to look for dolphins, or a snorkelling trip along the rocky coast south of the city.
- Day 5
At leisure
A free day at your hotel or on the beach. In the evening, walk along the Qurum beachfront as it cools down.
- Day 6
Fly home
Breakfast at your hotel, then your transfer to Muscat International Airport for your direct flight to London.
Questions about this package
Is breakfast included?
Yes. Breakfast is included every morning at your hotel. Lunches, dinners and drinks are not, so you’re free to eat at the hotel or try local restaurants in Qurum and Mutrah.
Are there direct flights from London to Muscat?
Yes. Oman Air flies direct from London Heathrow to Muscat, approx. 7 hours. From other UK airports you fly with one stop, usually via Doha, Dubai or Abu Dhabi. We confirm the flights with your quote.
Can I visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque?
Yes. It opens to non-Muslim visitors on Saturday to Thursday mornings and is closed to visitors on Fridays. Cover your arms and legs; women should also cover their hair. Opening times can change, so check before you go.
Is Muscat too hot in summer?
From May to September Muscat averages 36–40°C, so most people stay by the pool or indoors in the middle of the day. October to April is cooler, at around 25–34°C.
How do I book this holiday?
Send an enquiry or call us on 020 7871 4545. We’ll confirm the price for your dates, then a deposit secures your booking and you receive an ATOL Certificate.
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Call us or send an enquiry, and we’ll check prices for your dates, suggest hotels and change the package to suit you.