Arabian Charms: 12 days 11 nights
This tour takes you through the heart of the Middle East's booming economy where you will come across unique countries that combine rich traditions and culture with ultra modern and incredibly luxurious urban spaces.
Day1: ARRIVAL KUWAIT: Arrival Kuwait. Meet & assist. Transfer to your hotel.
Day2: KUWAIT: City Sightseeing includes the Kuwait Towers, Seif Palace, the Imir's Headquarters, Jahra Gate, the Dhow Village, the National Museum and Al Bader House. The afternoon is free to explore the many souqs.
Day3: KUWAIT-BAHRAIN: Fly to Bahrain. Arrival, meet & assist. Sightseeing the capital Bahrain including visits to Bait Al Quran, the Al Fateh Mosque, the Ola Palace, the Guest Palace, Island Muharraq, the Old Souq, a traditional village, camel farm and a visit to the pottery makers at A'Ali Village. transfer to hotel.
Day4: BAHRAIN-QATAR: Fly to Qatar. Arrival Doha airport meet & assist. Sightseeing of the capital visiting the sea-front Corniche, the falconry shops and vegetables and fish markets. Handicrafts, fabrics and shops glittering with gold waylay your every step.
Day5: QATAR: This full day tour starts with a visit to the old town of Al-Khor, about 45 minutes drive north of Doha, with its picturesque fishing harbor. The town houses a museum that includes items from archaeological finds in Qatar. After visiting the dhow harbor, the tour continues north toward the northernmost tip of Qatar. Visit then the Fort of Al-Rakayat, exemplary of typical military architecture in the Gulf region. The well-preserved fort of Al-Zubarah will be also visited.
Day6: QATAR-UAE: Fly to Abu Dhabi. Meet & assist. Tour the traditional Iranian Market, the Abu Dhabi Corniche and Fountain, the Petroleum Exhibition Center, the Women's Handicraft Center and the Al Hisn Fort. Before sunset, proceed for Dubai on a comfortable highway trip. Arrival hotel.
Day7: UAE: Morning: city tour of Dubai includes the Jumeirah Mosque, the Museum, the Spice and Gold Souqs. Next stop is the Emirate of Sharjah, to visit to the Natural History Museum, the Discovery Center, the Aviation Museum and the Cultural Center. A short drive will take you then to the Emirate of Ajman to visit the Ajman Museum, the Dhow building yard, the Pearl Monument, the King Faizal Mosque, the Bird & Animal Market, the Al Arsah Souq, Al Hisn Fort, Bait Al Naboodah and the Islamic & Art Museum.
Day8: UAE: full day tour to the East Coast which includes visit to Fujairah, Khorfakkan, a typical Arabian fishing village in Dibba, Masafi, the market, the Al Bitnah Mosque (oldest in the UAE), Kalba Fort and the natural springs in Masafi. The evening is free for you to enjoy the Dubai nightlife.
Day9: UAE: Full day tour to Umm Al Quwain & Ras Al Khaimah. This includes the well-preserved Ras Al Khaimah Museum, followed by a visit to the old city, the fish market, the dhow building yards and Al Khatt springs. Evening - Dhow Gala Dinner Cruise.
Day10: UAE-OMAN: Fly to Oman. Arrival Muscat airport meet & assist. Sightseeing of the Capital visiting Oman Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Ministries Area in Al Khuwair, the Aalam Palace, the Corniche and a unique traditional fish market.
Day11: OMAN: Full day excursion to Nizwa, built by the great Imam Sultan Bin Seif. It remains one of Oman's most impressive towns. The tour starts with a visit to the massive circular fort, surrounded by vast mud walls. Explore Jabrin Castle and the World Heritage Site of Bahla Fort. The ruins of the immense fort, with walls and towers of earthen brick and foundations of stone, provide a remarkable example of this type of fortification. Jabrin Castle, built by Imam Bilarab in 1675 AD, is an edifice surpassing all other forts in Oman, both in size and magnificence. Proceed to visit the Nizwa Souq where a unique goat and cattle auction is held. On the way back stop by to enjoy a visit to the aromatic Amouage perfume factory.
Day12: DEPARTURE OMAN: Transfer departure back home.
