The authentic jewel of the Orient
For discerning travellers from Switzerland, Oman is perhaps the most authentic luxury destination in the Middle East. In recent years its hotel scene has reached the highest international standards, from the legendary The Chedi Muscat (minimalist Zen luxury) and Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel (oriental palace splendour) to Six Senses Zighy Bay (barefoot luxury in a secluded bay, reachable by paraglider). Add to this experiences no other country can offer: private dhow cruises through the fjords of Musandam, nights in luxurious desert camps beneath the clearest starry skies on the Arabian Peninsula, and hikes along the Balcony Walk on the Grand Canyon of Arabia.
As your personal Oman travel consultant in Basel, Switzerland, we put together your journey to Oman around you. We don’t know Oman from catalogues: we know the wadi where you can swim alone in the morning, the Bedouin guide who tells the best stories and the restaurant in Muscat that serves the most authentic Omani cuisine. Our individual Oman travel planning begins with a personal conversation at our office on Rümelinsplatz in Basel. Every detail is tailored to you, from business class flights from Zurich to four-wheel-drive vehicles and private transfers, camping permits and falconry experiences. Protected by the Swiss Travel Industry Guarantee Fund and planned by experts with more than 30 years of experience. An Oman luxury holiday and luxury travel in Oman at the very highest level.
Unforgettable experiences between wadis and frankincense markets
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Stay at resorts more than 2,000 metres up on Jebel Akhdar, with views into deep canyons.
Discover the Wahiba Sands on a private dune safari and
spend the night in an exclusive luxury tent.
Explore the fjords of Musandam aboard a private dhow or enjoy first-class diving near Salalah.
Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque or the historic Muttrah Souq in Muscat.
Enjoy Omani hospitality over a traditional cup of coffee and dates, or hike through green wadis to hidden rock pools. With Pink Travel, your Oman luxury holiday becomes a journey for the senses. Muscat International Airport (MCT) welcomes you with modern architecture and the utmost efficiency.
The Wahiba Sands (Sharqiya Sands) are a sea of golden and copper-coloured dunes stretching to the horizon. We arrange a private overnight stay in an exclusive desert camp: not the standard glamping tents, but hand-picked camps with king-size beds under the stars, a private chef, a campfire dinner with Bedouin music and a silence so deep you can hear the dunes breathe. In the morning, you will witness a sunrise over the desert that bathes the dunes in fiery red.
The wadis of Oman are natural wonders of breathtaking beauty. Wadi Shab, a gorge with emerald-green pools that you reach by swimming through a cave. Wadi Bani Khalid, natural bathing pools among palms and rocks. Wadi Tiwi, a terraced valley with villages built into the rock. We arrange private guided hikes away from the tourist trails, including a picnic by the waterfall and transport by four-wheel drive.
The Musandam Peninsula is the “Norway of Arabia”: deep fjords (khors) surrounded by bare rock faces, where dolphins and turtles swim. Glide aboard a private dhow through this otherworldly landscape, snorkel in crystal-clear water and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on board. We arrange full-day and overnight cruises on traditional wooden boats with a private captain and chef.
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the landmark of Oman and a total work of art. The hand-knotted carpet in the main prayer hall is the second largest in the world, the chandelier weighs 8 tonnes and the dome is 50 metres high. We arrange a private tour with a cultural guide, followed by a visit to the Royal Opera House Muscat (the first opera house on the Arabian Peninsula), the Muttrah Souq (the oldest market in Oman) and the new National Museum of Oman.
Direct flights from Zurich to Muscat (MCT) with Oman Air (several times a week, approx. 6h30). Also possible via Dubai (Emirates, 6.5 h + 4 h drive or 1 h flight to Muscat) or Doha (Qatar Airways, 6 h + 2 h flight). Oman Air Business Class offers lie-flat seats and one of the most comfortable long-haul cabins in the region. As an IATA agency, we book your business class flights at the best possible fare. For Six Senses Zighy Bay, we recommend flying via Dubai (DXB): the resort is 2.5 hours by car from Dubai and 5 hours from Muscat.
Swiss citizens travelling as tourists can enter visa-free for stays of up to 14 days (a confirmed hotel booking, a return or onward ticket and health insurance are required). For longer stays, an e-visa must be applied for online in advance (approx. OMR 20 / ~CHF 50, valid for 30 days). A passport valid for at least 6 months is required. We will assist you with your visa application.
Oman is a road-trip country. We arrange four-wheel-drive vehicles with private drivers (essential for the desert and the mountains) or premium hire cars (left-hand drive, well-built roads). Domestic flights connect Muscat with Salalah (1.5 h). For the Musandam Peninsula, we arrange speedboat transfers or four-wheel-drive journeys over the mountains. All our Oman trips include airport transfers.
Oman is more traditional than Dubai but more open than Saudi Arabia. Western clothing is normal in hotels and resorts. In towns, mosques and markets, shoulders and knees should be covered. Head coverings for women are only compulsory in mosques (provided on site). Alcohol is available in licensed hotels and restaurants. Ramadan affects public life, but hotels operate as normal.
Omani rial (OMR), one of the strongest currencies in the world (1 OMR ≈ USD 2.60). USD and EUR are accepted in hotels. Oman is less expensive than Dubai, yet it has no “budget destination” image. Value for money at the luxury resorts is excellent, especially outside the high season.
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