Muscat Holidays

Location: Muscat, Oman
On the sandy beach of Shatti Al Qurm, overlooking the azure waters of the Gulf of Oman, Grand Hyatt Muscat is in the heart of the diplomatic and government district of Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman.

Your holiday price includes:

• Return economy class scheduled flights with British Airways from London Heathrow or Oman Air from London Gatwick airport (according to your preference).
• In-flight meals, airport taxes and fuel surcharge.
• Private resort transfers.
• 7 nights accommodation on room and breakfast basis.
• 2 full day private guided tours of your choice, including lunch and entrance fees (where applicable).
• 1 city tour of Muscat including museum entrance fee.
• Complimentary coffee table book: "In Search of the Sublime: a journey through Oman".

Choose two full day tours from the following options:

Nizwa and Jabrin Day Tour
Visit Nizwa, one of the oldest cities and a former capital of Oman; home to beautiful buildings and a fabulous silver souk. Then visit Jabrin Fort - still in operation up until the last century. Tour includes genuine Omani lunch.

Coastal 'Drive and Thrive'
Travel down the south east coast towards the Arabian Peninsula, passing by the town of Qurayatt and on to Tiwi, one of the oldest villages in Oman. Tiwi is full of magnificent buildings and lies right on the coast overlooking the beauty that is the Arabian Gulf. We pass by a sinkhole before we head up Wadi Shab for a soft trek to our picnic spot. We then sit down for a delicious picnic and allow time for a dip in the crystal clear waters of the wadi before hiking back down to the 4x4.

'Sandy horizons' - Wahiba Sands
An early departure from Muscat along the Nizwa road with a stop at Wadi Bani Khalid for a short hike and swim. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on arriving at Wahiba Sands before taking a trip on the dunes in the 4x4. Also try Sand-boarding and other desert activities before heading back to Muscat as the sun sets across the Hajar mountains.

Magnificent Mountains
Experience the beauty of the Hajar Mountains. Day tour of Jabal Shams ('Mountain of the Sun') home to Oman's 'Grand Canyon' and highest peak; plus the Jabal Akhdar mountains. Trip includes picnic lunch, short hikes in the mountains and a visit to Tanuf.

Dolphin Delight and Snorkeling
Our boat tour takes you on a trip into the Arabian Gulf to watch the majestic dolphins spin and glide their way through the water alongside the boat. We then make our way to Bandar Khayran for snorkeling - home to many different species of fish. We offer you the option of having a barbecue on the beach before heading back to the Marina and your hotel.

Discover Scuba
Experience the beauty of scuba with the help of an instructor at your side. Start with a few shallow dives before going into the ocean to gaze at the underwater world.

Accommodation description:
Grand Hyatt Muscat is one of the largest and most opulent hotels that Muscat has to offer. Remarkable design perfectly combines traditional Omani architecture with modern conveniences. All rooms are elegantly finished to the finest decorative standards.

Room Type:

Grand Room
Enjoy a modern 42 sq. metre room offering the latest technology, but still reflecting the calm, traditional Omani style. Choose a room with king-size or twin bed/s having spacious private balcony and a partial mountain, city or garden view.

Room Facilities:

• Analogue modem point
• International direct dial telephone with voice mail (three telephones per room)
• 25 inch or larger TV
• Satellite television with 30 channels
• Morning newspaper
• Individually controlled air conditioning
• Ceiling fans
• Windows that open
• Hairdryer
• Mini-bar
• Mineral water
• Bath robes
• 24-hour room service
• 24-hour concierge
• In-room safety-deposit box
• Crib upon request
• Roll-away (extra bed) upon request
• Electricity: 240V / 50 cycles

Hotel facilities:

• High-speed Internet access in selected areas
• Wireless Internet access in selected areas
• 24-hour In-room dining
• Business Centre
• Voice mail
• Multilingual hotel staff
• Babysitter by prior arrangement
• Currency exchange and bank
• Laundry and valet
• Car park with 344 spaces
• Florist, jeweller, souvenir shop, cigar shop, carpet shop, beauty salon, car rental, ticketing, sightseeing tours.
• All major credit cards accepted

Recreational, fitness and spa facilities:
A temperature-controlled feature swimming pool is located within the hotel gardens which includes a 'lazy river'. The hotel has direct access to the beautiful beach of Shatti Al Qurm. Sports facilities include three floodlit tennis courts, an indoor squash court and a fully equipped health club, Club Olympus, that has a comprehensive fitness centre featuring:

• Gymnasium with the latest range of fitness equipment
• Aerobics and exercise area
• Exclusive ladies-only studio with a variety of exercise classes
• Steam room
• Whirlpool bath
• Professional massage, body and facial treatments

Please note that some of these facilities may attract a charge.

Food & Beverage:
The restaurants at Grand Hyatt Muscat offer a wide variety of international cuisines.

Choose from traditional Middle Eastern cuisine at Mokha Café, succulent Italian specialities at the award-winning Tuscany or savour the finest Asian cuisine at the poolside restaurant Marjan.

Sirj Tea Lounge features an array of traditional loose-leaf teas and Arabic coffees. Guests can relax in an authentic nautical setting at the John Barry Bar, or gaze at the breathtaking view of the Hajar mountains from the rooftop of the African-themed pub and grill Club Safari.

Enjoy live entertainment at the Copacabana nightclub in the evenings.

Useful Information:

• Currency - Omani Rials
• Language - Arabic and English
• Visa - Visit visas valid for a one month stay may be obtained on arrival by citizens of over 60 countries including European Union, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Japan. GCC nationals do not require a visa.
• Time difference - GMT + 4

Flight upgrade Supplements:
Contact the tour operator for an upgrade to World Traveller Plus (premium economy) or Club Class seats with British Airways, and Business class seats with Oman Air.

Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.