A market with over 200 years of history
by mybambam
Jan 9, 2025
~Here is the most comprehensive budget travel guide for Oman!✨ Who says you can't explore the Middle East on a budget? As a relatively expensive Middle Eastern country, Oman can still be easily enjoyed with this guide!💰
🌟 7-day classic itinerary recommendation:
Day 1-2: Muscat
🏰 Mutrah Souq traditional market: You can take exotic photos without spending a dime!😍 Remember to bargain starting from 30% off!
🌊 Mutrah Corniche: Free seaside promenade, perfect for sunset photos!
🕌 Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque: Free to visit (non-Muslims remember to come in the morning and dress conservatively)
🏠 Accommodation: Budget guesthouses in Mutrah area, about 150 RMB per person per night, great value!
Day 3-4: Nizwa (Cultural Heart)
🚌 Take the Mwasalat bus from Muscat, half the price of private car hire!
🏯 Nizwa Fort: Ticket ≈ 35 RMB, a must-visit in Oman!
🐪 Nizwa Friday Market: Watch camel trading for free! Super local experience~
🏰 Bahla Fort: World Heritage Site, free to take great photos from outside!
🏨 Accommodation: Heritage Inn, about 200 RMB per person, travel back to ancient Arabia~
Day 5-7: Sharqiya Region
🏜️ Wahiba Sands Desert: Join a shared desert safari for 3 hours to get those iconic shots, no need to stay at expensive camps!
💧 Bimmah Sinkhole: Free entrance! Natural swimming pool perfect for photos!
🌴 Fins Beach: Less crowded, beautiful red sand beach, rent the whole beach!
🔥 Money-saving tips:
🚍 Mwasalat bus: Super cheap intercity travel!
🚕 OTAXI ride-hailing app: More transparent and cheaper than hailing on the street!
🏠 Book guesthouses 3 months in advance: Prices are half of hotels!
🍗 Shawarma wraps: Street food filling meal for just 5 RMB!
🛒 Lulu supermarket supplies: Fruits and snacks are twice as cheap as in tourist areas!
⚠️ Notes:
✈️ Chinese passport holders get 14-day visa-free entry, but remember to print your return flight and hotel booking!
👗 Dress conservatively in public (no sleeveless or shorts allowed)
💵 Bring some cash, street vendors only accept cash~
🌡️ Very hot in summer, plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening!
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