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13 Nights - £2,695pp

Flight Inclusive Price from UK

Tour Info
  • International Flights
  • Domestic flights
  • 13 nights accommodation
  • Breakfast & some other meals
  • Private car, driver & guide
  • Self Drive Oman
  • Taxes
  • Entrance fees
  • ATOL Protection
  • Travel Trust Protection
  • Based on 2023 - 24 Prices

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Elephant Hills, Khao Sok

Elephant Hills, Khao Sok

Coastal Oman

Coastal Oman

Chiang Mai, Wat Saket

Chiang Mai, Wat Saket

Desert Nights Camp, Oman

Desert Nights Camp, Oman

Golden Buddha, Bangkok

Golden Buddha, Bangkok

Stay at The View, Oman

Stay at The View, Oman

 

Not many people consider combining somewhere like Oman and Thailand in a single trip but we think it's a fascinating combination for those who like a trip that packs quite a punch.

This is an itinerary full of variety and contrast, from the dramatic mountains of Oman to the jungles of Thailand, from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok to sleepy Omani coastal villages.

This is a trip which ranges from mountain and desert to jungle, city and coast offering such a variety in a single trip.

In Thailand enjoy getting up close to elephants in Khao Sok National Park and in Oman see giant turtles coming up on to the beach to lay their eggs.

Begin in Chiang Mai, Thailand’s second city and gateway to the hilltribe region. Meet the monks and discover Chiang Mai like a local.

From Chiang Mai fly south to Bangkok, Thailand’s lively capital city with it’s exotic temples and busy street markets before spending 2 nights in one of Thailand’s most scenic National Parks at Khao Sok.

From Thailand fly to Muscat and enjoy a 6 night self-drive itinerary including Muscat, Nizwa, Jebel Akhtar, Wahiba Sands, Sur and the coast.

At a glance

  • International Flights from the UK
  • Domestic flights
  • 3 nights Chiang Mai
  • Chiang Mai discovery tour
  • Meet the monks Chiang Mai
  • Chiang Mai culinary tour
  • 2 nights Bangkok
  • Bangkok City Tour & Grand Palace
  • Floating Market Bangkok
  • Evening street food tour
  • 2 nights Elephant Hills, Khao Sok
  • Elephant Experience
  • Jungle Walk
  • 6 nights Oman Self Drive Itinerary
  • Mountains, Desert, Coast
  • Turtle watching

Day 1: UK to Chiang Mai

Overnight flight from the UK to Chiang Mai.

Day 2: Chiang Mai

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Chiang Mai.

Overnight Chiang Mai. Breakfast included.

Day 3: Chiang Mai

After breakfast, enjoy a 'Chiang Mai Lifestyle' Tour and see Chiang Mai from an insider's view on a private tour.

Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Chiang Mai on your own. A visit to Chiang Mai's famous Night Market is a 'must-do'.

Overnight Chiang Mai. Breakfast included.

Day 4: Chiang Mai

Enjoy the morning at leisure and in the afternoon enjoy a temple visit & meet the monks.

In the evening take a culinary walking tour with dinner included, to introduce you to some of the culinary delights of Thaiand's second city.

Overnight Chiang Mai. Breakfast & Dinner included.

Day 5: Bangkok

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok.

After checking in to your hotel take an afternoon Grand Palace & City tour after lunch.

Overnight Bangkok. Breakfast included.

Day 6: Bangkok

This morning take an Urban Discovery tour in Bangkok and travel like a local.

Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Bangkok on your own.

In the evening enjoy a food tasting & culture tour.

Overnight Bangkok. Breakfast & dinner included.

Day 7: Bangkok – Khao Sok National Park

Take an early morning flight to Phuket and set out on an Elephant Hills adventure.

Arrive at Elephant Hills' elephant camp, where you can see, touch and find out about the life of Thai elephants. Your guide will explain about the mahout.

Enjoy the Elephant Hills' 'Elephant Experience', a great way of getting close to these magnificent creatures.

Enjoy an afternoon River journey in the Khao Sok National Park.

Overnight at Elephant Hills. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included.

Day 8: Khao Sok National Park

Enjoy a morning lake cruise and an afternoon guided kayak adventure.

Tonight move from the Elephant Hills jungle Camp to the Lake Camp.

Overnight at Elephant Hills Lake Camp. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included.

Day 9: Khao Sok National Park - Bangkok

Enjoy a morning Jungle trek before transferring to the airport for the flight to Bangkok.

You will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel in Bangkok. We recommend a stay at the Metropolitan or Banyan Tree for those who might like a rooftop drink or dinner at the Banyan Tree to celebrate the last night of the trip in Thailand.

Overnight Bangkok. Breakfast included.

Day 10: Muscat

Transfer to the airport for your early flight to Muscat.

On arrival in Muscat transfer to your chosen hotel for overnight, with the rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the hotel or perhaps explore Muscat in the evening.

Overnight Muscat. Breakfast included.

Day 11: Muscat

Enjoy a city tour of Muscat to discover the capital of Oman.

Overnight Muscat. Breakfast included.

Day 12: Nizwa & Hajar Mountains

This morning pick up your rental car which will be delivered to your hotel.

Drive to Hajar Mountains and Nizwa, perhaps visiting Bahla Fort and Jabrin Castle en-route.

The driving is easy and straightforward.

Overnight Nizwa. Breakfast included.

Day 13: Wahiba Sands

Today head for your desert adventure.

Drive south to the designated meeting point, leave the car in the secure overnight park and transfer to the desert camp for your overnight desert stay.

Overnight Wahiba Sands. Breakfast & Dinner included.

Day 14: Wahiba Sands - Sur

Transfer back to the car and carry on the drive south to the coastal town of Sur.

The destination for the night is Ras Al Jinz with it's Turtle Sanctuary. Enjoy moonlight turtle watching.

Overnight Ras Al Jinz. Breakfast included.

Day 15: Sur - Muscat

Drive back to Muscat along the stunning coastal road, passing by Wadis and small villages.

This is one of the most scenic drives in Oman with stunning coastal scenery.

On arrival back at the hotel, sign the rental car back over.

Overnight Muscat. Breakfast included.

Day 16: Muscat - UK

Transfer to the airport for your early afternoon flight back to the UK.

Arrive back in the UK.

A Self Drive Holiday in Oman is a popular option for several reasons.

Roads are generally excellent throughout Oman and Self Drive holiday-makers normally don’t require a 4 by 4. Most attractions in Oman are accessible with a normal saloon car.

A popular route for a Self Drive holiday in Oman is from Muscat along the scenic Route 15 West into the Hajar Mountains through the Sumail Gap.

This two-lane highway is the main route through the mountains from the coast into the interior of Oman and is normally very quiet. The drive from Muscat to Nizwa is around 1.5 hours.

This makes it possible to easily make a day trip to Nizwa from Muscat and see some of the attractions en-route, although a one or two night stay is much more preferable to really experience the region properly.

To get off into the Jebels (mountains) either side of the highway is a different matter as most require a 4 x 4. Signposting is excellent for all the major sights along the route.

One option for those looking to explore the mountains by car is to rent a normal car for the journey to and from Nizwa but switch to a 4 x 4 for one day from Nizwa in order to explore the mountains.

 

 

Alternatively many of our clients choose to take an organized excursion into the mountains or the Wahiba Sands, in a 4 x 4 accompanied by a driver guide. This ensures seeing the best of these areas and is recommended especially for those with no 4 x 4 driving experience.

Driving in Oman is on the right hand side of the road, in left-hand drive vehicles, and once out of Muscat, highways are usually very quiet.

Signs are always in English in addition to Arabic. Petrol is cheap in comparison to the UK and petrol stations are plentiful, often open 24-hours and always with an attendant to fill up your car.

It is possible to drive between Oman and the UAE but vehicles cannot be collected in one country and dropped off in the other. For those going cross-country, pre-authorization is required to cross the border, as insurance needs to be valid for both countries.

South from Muscat to Sur a relatively new highway makes travel between the two destinations a breeze and one of the most scenic drives in Oman is the coastal route between Sur and Muscat.

Driving within Muscat can be very confusing due to a complex highway and roundabout system.

Hazards of driving in Oman include goats and camels crossing the road and bear in mind that it is an offense to be in charge of an unclean car whilst driving in Oman!

Standard Hotel Suggestions - Chiang Mai:

  • Tamarind Village
  • De Naga

Standard Hotel Suggestions - Bangkok:

  • Shanghai Mansions

Standard Hotel Suggestions - Khao Sok National Park:

  • Elephant Hills

Standard Hotel Suggestions Muscat:

  • Shangri La Al Jissah - Al Waha (Superior)

Standard Hotel Suggestions Nizwa:

  • Sahab Hotel

Standard Hotel Suggestions Wahiba Sands:

  • Desert Nights Camp

 

13 night Oman & Thailand Tour - Standard:

  • Price from £2,695 pp

This is a guide price only, based on travel in low season.

Prices will vary according to seasonal airfare and hotel surcharges.

Please ask us for any current special offers. All of our Oman and Thailand Tours are completely tailor-made and can be adjusted to suit your interests or budget.