The Ultimate Oman Guide With A 5-Day Itinerary
Welcome to Oman! Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning traveler, this guide is designed to help you explore Oman effortlessly. Packed with tips, must-visit spots, and an easy-to-follow 5-day itinerary, you're all set for an incredible journey.
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Essential Tips for Oman
- Respect local customs in dress and behavior.
- Use the links provided here for your bookings to support more guides like this.
Recommended Apps
- Waze: Navigate traffic with ease.
- Talabat: Order food or groceries on the go.
- Airalo: Get an easy-to-use e-SIM for connectivity (Get it here).
- Entertainer: Access great buy-one-get-one offers for dining, activities, and hotels.
Accommodation
Here’s where we stayed:
- Hilton Garden Inn (Book Now) – Central Muscat
- Dusit D2 (Book Now) – Jabal Akhdar
- W Muscat (Book Now) – Muscat
Top Food Spots
Not in order, but here are our top 6 restaurants from the trip:
- Veranda: A buffet at Dusit D2, available on Entertainer.
- Rozna: Authentic Omani dishes.
- Salt & Pepper: A must-visit in Muscat.
- Kawaii: Great for coffee lovers at Mysk Al Mouj.
- Koryah House: Known for its delicious pizza, located in Jabal Akhdar.
- Wet Deck at W Muscat: Perfect for a chic dining experience.
The 5-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Jummah
- Morning: Breakfast of your choice, Jummah at Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (arrive by 11 AM).
- Afternoon: Drive 2+ hours to Jabal Akhdar and check in at your hotel.
- Evening: Dinner at Veranda in Dusit D2.
Day 2: Exploring History
- Morning: Dusit breakfast and adventure park activities.
- Afternoon: Visit Nizwa (start at the market, not the fort!). Souq opens at 4 PM.
- Evening: Dinner at Koryah House.
Day 3: Wadi Adventures
- Morning: Early drive to Wadi Shab. Bring trainers and spare clothes.
- Afternoon: Visit Bimmah Sinkhole. Optional: Wadi Dayqah.
- Evening: Dinner at Rozna.
Day 4: Wildlife & Shopping
- Morning: Visit the Mall of Oman.
- Afternoon: Explore Dimaniyat Islands. Contact them here.
- Evening: Dinner at Salt & Pepper or Huqqa.
Day 5: Relaxation
- Morning: Relax at W Muscat.
- Afternoon: Visit Mutrah Souq for souvenirs.
- Evening: Homebound with holiday blues.
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