Luxury Holidays
in Oman

Embark on a fascinating journey into the mystery and wonder of traditional Arabia

Travel Information

Time Difference: GMT +4 hours 

Leisure Activities

Sultan Qaboos Mosque

No trip to Oman and Muscat is complete without a visit to Sultan Qaboos Mosque. This spectacular construction was completed in 1995 and can accommodate 20,000 worshippers. The Persian carpet in the main prayer hall measures a staggering 70m by 60m, making it the second largest Iranian carpet in the world. Please note that visitors are requested to dress modestly and to cover arms and legs. The mosque is closed to visitors on Friday’s.

Beaches

Oman’s coastline stretches for a distances of 3,165 km with a number of stunning beaches ranging from sandy to more remote rocky coves. Some of the more popular beaches include Dhofar, Duqm and Ras Al Hadd beach.

Bait Al Zubair Museum

Bait Al Zubair Museum is a private museum situated near the Ministry of Information in Muscat. The complex comprises of five buildings housing various Omani artefacts spanning a number of centuries. There’s also many exhibits displaying traditional Omani dress with excellent descriptions explaining the meaning of the clothing.

More About Oman

The Sultanate of Oman is a fusion of the ancient and modern worlds blending together in perfect harmony. Here you will find modern architecture and luxury resorts and shops, sitting alongside ancient forts and ornate mosques. Visitors to Oman can sample beautiful beaches, enjoy luxurious spa treatments, experience breathtaking desert scenery and take in mountainous landscapes in this amazing and rather mystical Arabian destination. To see the best of the impressive Islamic architecture, make sure you visit the magnificent Sultan Qaboos Mosque and the Opera House. The capital of Muscat has a wealth of bustling markets plus a luxurious selection of top-quality hotels. Oman is a popular diving destination due to its diverse marine life, small islands, caves, marine cliffs and coral reefs. The most well-known diving areas around Muscat are Al Fahil Island, Al Makbara Bay, Al Khayran and Al Jissah Beach. There are many other activities to enjoy, including boating, climbing, caving, whale watching, dolphin watching, camel racing and golf. Visit Salalah for fascinating archaeological sites and an abundance of wildlife including migratory birds, oryx and gazelles. It‘s also the gateway to the Empty Quarter and one of the top areas to view humpback and blue whales. For dramatic mountain scenery and unique geological formations, we recommend visiting attractions such as Jebel Shams and the Ophiolite rocks surrounding Muttrah Corniche. For dune adventures, head to the Wahiba Sands where you can ride the sandy hillocks in a 4x4 before enjoying a camel trek and then camping under the sparkling starry night sky. Designer Travel has an experienced team of friendly travel experts who can tell you more about this wonderful destination and whether it’s going to be the right choice for you. After a short chat about your budget and what you want from your holiday, we will search out the best options available. As Designer Travel are independent, we have access to a huge range of flights and accommodation choices so we can create your ideal luxury holiday to Oman. We are ABTA bonded and offer an after-sales service so you can rest assured that you will be well looked after from start to finish. If you’d like to take the stress out of searching for your next holiday, Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call – we’ll be delighted to help.

Climate

The best time to visit Oman is from October to April when temperatures range from a pleasant 25°C to 35°C. At night it rarely drops below 17°C during this period. Coastal areas experience 1 to 4 inches of rain per year.

Destination Information

Capital

Muscat

Population

4.829 Million

Currency

OMR

Location

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