Oman

Oman is a country of spectacular scenery, bathed in an intense light that brings an incomparable brilliance to every view. Over a thousand medieval forts remain as evidence of the thrilling past of a country considered to be a part of ‘The Cradle of Humanity’.

A vast desert plain covers most of central Oman, with rugged mountains along the north and south-eastern shores, where the country’s main cities are located. The 1600 kilometre- coastline includes scenery that ranges from long white beaches to the mountains of the Musandam Peninsula that drop straight into the sea. Here there are unique fjord-like inlets, home to whales, dolphins, breeding seabirds and many species of fish. The entire coast of Oman is noted for its diving and wildlife spotting opportunities, and a cruise aboard one of the traditional Omani dhows is unforgettable. Jeep safaris into the desert itself, visits to remarkable archaeological excavations, often connected with the centuries-old trade in frankincense, are opportunities to explore other aspects of this intriguing country.

Amongst the ancient cities of Oman, Muscat, the capital, stands out, remarkable for its sheer size, sprawling as it does between the mountains and the Arabian Gulf. Its stunningly beautiful appearance owes much to its dazzlingly white buildings, that retain a strictly traditional appearance. It is in the cities that the ancient souks are to be found with cattle-sellers and storytellers competing for attention with bargains in gold and heavy silver and turquoise Omani jewellery.

We are featuring a number of hotels in Oman, which are an experience in themselves, with their bold and breathtaking modern architecture, and a wide range of facilities and amenities that are enough to keep the most demanding visitor amused and occupied throughout a holiday. Award-winning chefs show off their skills with various types of cuisine, in which locally-caught seafood features with distinction.

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Browse the regions of Oman...

• Musandam

• Muscat

• South