Regent Holidays has added Oman to its list of Middle East destinations, with four brand new holidays in this diverse and intriguing country. The new portfolio comprises a walking holiday through dunes and wadis, a family holiday self-drive option full of adventure and culture and two further road trips – one at fifteen days, and a shorter one at eight days. Between them are options for multi-generational travel, active and outdoor enthusiasts, culture seekers and nature and wildlife lovers.
The 13-day Discover Oman on Foot trip is the slow-travel option, combining day hikes and rambles with some journeys by 4×4, taking in the Hajar mountains, the ochre desert, traditional villages and lush plantations, emerald pools and white sand beaches. It is available self-guided or with a driver/guide and starts from £4,950 per person.
The 10-day Oman Family Holiday offers activity and adventure, including dolphin-spotting and snorkelling in the Gulf of Oman, witnessing green turtles hatching on Ras al Jinz beach, quad biking and star-gazing in the Wahiba desert, the exhilarating Balcony Walk over Oman’s Grand Canyon and haggling in Muscat Souk. Prices from £2,995 per person.
Regent’s two self-drive trips give the choice of the in-depth Highlights of Oman or a shorter holiday showcasing the Dunes, Mountains and Wadis of Oman, from £3,995 and £2,740 respectively.
Susanne Muskita, Product and Destination Specialist, said: “Oman is the oldest independent state in the Middle East, and a wonderful destination of contrast and culture, with ancient forts and bustling souks sitting amongst stunning and varied landscapes, from mountains, beaches, deserts, dunes and verdant terraces. Moreover, its Mediterranean climate makes it a great year-round destination.
“We’ve long been considering a programme in Oman and, with other parts of our Middle East programme off-limits for now, the time seemed right to launch into this beautiful and friendly part of the world. Agents can trust that the same level of care, attention and expertise that we pour into all our trips has been applied here and, as always with Regent, everything can be tailored according to interest and budget.”