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Start the tour in the afternoon by 4×4 vehicle and drive towards the „Qara? mountain range with its spectacular view of the Salalah plains dotted with thick shrub & woodland.On the way back to the desert, drive into Wadi „Dawka? (UNESCO World heritage site) known as the „Frankincense Wadi?, which is also well-known as the biggest collection of the naturally grown Frankincense trees in the region. Experience the Frankincense and its use in the past as well as in the modern World.After having a small break in Thumrait town, which was famous as a Bedouin settlement, proceed west on graded road crossing the huge gravel desert of „ Al Nejd?. Visit the „Lost City of Ubar? (UNESCO World heritage site), 175 km away from Salalah. This legendary ancient kingdom, known as Ubar, was said to have existed in one of the most inhospitable places on earth – a vast and forbidding Rub Al Khali desert, appropriately known as the Empty Quarter. According to myth, the desert swallowed up Ubar. Quite literally, it sank without trace -becoming the fabled “Atlantis of the Sands.” This once buried city, which was spotted by satellite, gives you a glimpse of the value of work carried out by a team of explorers in 1992, led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes.
After walking around the site proceed to the Empty Quarter to experience the “biggest sand desert in the World” by rambling on fascinating sand dunes. A breathtaking overview of the vast desert awaits you on the top of the dunes.Enjoy the Sunset over the Rub Al Khali Desert.
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Important notes:
CURRENCY
The currency is the Omani Rial (OMR) divided into 1000 Baiza. Exchange rates (as per 28APR2019):
The easiest way to change money is at the many currency exchange offices located in Muscat and the bigger towns and villages outside Muscat. Money can also be changed at banks, hotels and in souqs. Please be aware that exchange rates can be negative in hotels and at the airport. Major credit cards such as American Express, Visa and Diners Club are accepted in most of the bigger hotels, some restaurants and some shops. Banks are open from 8h00 to 14h00 Sunday to Thursday. The Euro is widely accepted in the Muttrah Souq in Muscat. ATMs are available all over Muscat and in most of the bigger towns across the country.
HEALTH / MEDICAL CARE
The standard of hygiene and health care is generally good in Oman. Government hospitals /health centers and many private clinics/hospitals can be found in Muscat and all bigger towns outside Muscat. Tourists are only treated in Government hospitals in case of emergency/accident. In all other cases tourists have to use private clinics and pay for the services. It is strongly recommended to buy travel insurance so any expenses for medical treatment can be claimed later. Although a wide range of medications is available in Oman, tourists should bring a basic first aid kit that includes any medication that is to be taken regularly. No special vaccinations are mandatory, yet it is generally recommended for travelers to be up to date with standard vaccinations such as Tetanus etc. and consult their physician well in advance of the trip. There is no risk of Malaria, except in some very remote areas of Musandam Province. Prophylaxis is not recommended.
LANGUAGE
The official language is Arabic. English is widely understood and spoken (especially in Muscat).
OPENING HOURS OF SIGHTSEEING PLACES
Souks: Open 10h30-13h approx. & 16-19h approx. (except Friday morning)
Nizwa cattle market: every Friday around 06h30-10am (only from around October till April)
Border crossing (by road) Oman – Emirates or vv:
The border crossing from the Emirates to Oman or vv is simple but it might take time (up to 2h sometimes).
For FIT going from Dubai to Muscat or vv, we recommend to fly as it is cheaper and faster
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
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