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Day 1 Dubai	Arrive WELCOME !!!   You will be met airport and transferred to your hotel.      Overnight RIVIERA  DEIRA HOTEL, Dubai
Day 2 Dubai	Morning at leisure.   Pick up at 3.00pm to begin desert Safari. The afternoon highlight of any visit to Dubai is undoubtedly this amazing tour. Board your luxury 4X4 in Dubai and head out towards the desert. At the entrance of the desert your driver deflates the wheels of the 4X4 and then the fun starts. Dune bashing has become known as a fun experience – you will feel the thrill of desert driving as your professional driver takes you up and down on golden dunes.   A beautiful desert sunset stop is also included and then head out to the Bedouin Camp. You are greeted with a traditional cup of Arabic coffee and have the opportunity to try riding a camel before it is time to settle down for your barbeque dinner prepared on open fires in front of you. Later on in the evening a belly dancer will enchant you with her dances, a truly magical night! (b,d)      Overnight RIVIERA DEIRA HOTEL, Dubai
Day 3 Dubai/Khasab	At 10.00 a.m. depart Dubai (via Sharjah and Ras al Khaimah). On the way to Khasab, the drive itself is part of the holiday experience as it crosses through and over the mountains along the breathtaking coastal road and many original Bedouin villages can be seen on the way. After arrival, meet and greet at Golden Tulip Resort and check in hotel.   At 2.00pm, drive through the town of Khasab with its old and new souk. Visit the restored Fort of Khasab, traditional Musandam boats and houses are on Display in the fort’s courtyard. Drive to the Wadi Qadah with the old village Tawi and see the prehistoric rock carvings.(b)     Overnight GOLDEN TULIP HOTEL, Khasab
Day 4 Khasab/Sham Fjords/ Khasab	After breakfast, at 10.00 am begin full day Dhow Cruise to Khor Sham in azure waters through a majestic 16 km fjord (Khor), surrounded by spectacular mountains and serene remote white sand beaches. At the entrance of the fjord our guests can enjoy dolphin watching. The Dhow will anchor at various places during the cruise for swimming and snorkeling in pristine waters teaming with friendly colorful fish.   Enjoy soft drinks, fruit and lunch during the day. All snorkeling equipment is included. Return to hotel. (b,l)     Overnight  GOLDEN TULIP HOTEL, Khasab, Oman
Day 5 Khasab/Dubai	After breakfast, depart for the 4WD Mountain Safari to Jabel Harim. The drive encompasses spectacular scenic routes through mountain and valleys, reaching a height of 1784 m above sea level with attendant panoramic views. We will visit centuries old village, the typical old stone houses of Bait Ul Kufal and the lush natural park of Khalidiya with its many acacia trees.   Lunch will be served in a traditional restaurant in Khasab.  After the Town Tour, transfer to your hotel. (b,l)     Overnight RIVIERA DEIRA HOTEL, Dubai
Day 6 Dubai/USA	Transfer to the airport for departure. (b)