Seychelles & Oman (15 days)
A classic trip that takes in the beauty of Praslin, an island in the heart of the Seychellois Archipelago, before you fly on to Oman for a few days beside the waters of the Arabian Sea. An excellent chance to take in the contrasting scenery and cultures of these two countries whilst having plenty of time to relax beside the beautiful beaches in each destination.
Guide Price
From £6,320 per person based on a double room for departures in October.
Day by Day Itinerary
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Flight: EK2 London Heathrow - Dubai 13.40 - 00.40 (overnight)
Flight: EK705 Dubai - Mahe 02.35 - 07.05
Meet & Greet: After passing through immigration and collecting your luggage, you will be welcomed to the Seychelles by our representative who will escort you to the domestic terminal. Here, you will check in for the flight to Praslin Island.
Domestic flight: On arrival at the terminal, board your small aircraft for the 20 minute flight to Praslin Island.
Hotel transfer: On arrival on Praslin Island, you will be transferred to your beach hotel a short drive from the airport. On arrival, check in and then relax.
Accommodation: Stay tonight at the Constance Lemuria (Junior Suite)
Beach, Praslin IslandDays at leisure on the island of Praslin: You have six full days to relax at your beach hotel or to explore the island. You might like to visit the Vallee de Mai, kayak around the bay or perhaps do some snorkelling. Local walks, excursions and other water sports can be arranged by the hotel staff.
Accommodation: Stay these nights at the Constance Lemuria (Junior Suite)
Meals: Breakfast
Panoramic view, Praslin IslandPrivate transfer to the airport: At the advised time today, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to Mahe Airport in time to check-in for your onward flight.
Flight: EK708 Mahe - Dubai 21.45 - 02.15 (overnight)
Road journey to Zighy Bay: On arrival in Dubai, you will be met by a representative from the Six Senses Zighy Bay and transferred out of the city and over the border into the Omani territory of Musandam. Zighy Bay is 120km from Dubai airport, a drive of around 2.5 hours depending on traffic conditions. On arrival, check into your villa and relax. Please note that to get across the border into Oman you will need your passport to hand. It is forbidden to take any alcohol across this border.
In addition to arrival by road the Six Senses Zighy Bay also offers two additional arrival transfers with extra wow factor – take a private speedboat from nearby Dibba Marina for the last part of the journey or paraglide directly into the resort, James Bond style! If either of these appeal, please let your consultant know at the time of enquiry as there is are extra costs involved.
Accommodation: Stay tonight at the Six Senses Zighy Bay (Pool Villa)
Meals: Dinner [Half-Board]
Sunrise, Zighy BayDays at leisure: These days are at leisure to relax in luxury at your resort or on the beach or indulge in some local activities (payable locally). The resort offers a wide range of activities and excursions including hiking, local fort and farm visits, bespoke dhow cruises, snorkelling, cooking classes, fishing, microlight flights and more!
Accommodation: Stay these nights at the Six Senses Zighy Bay (Pool Villa)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner [Half-Board]
Six Senses Zighy BayRoad journey to Dubai: At the agreed time today, you will be transferred back across the border to Dubai to check in for your flight to London Heathrow. To get into the UAE, you will need your passport and border pass to hand. Please note that it is forbidden to take any alcohol across this border.
Meals: Breakfast
Paragliding, Zighy BayFlight: EK7 Dubai - London Heathrow 03.10 - 07.10
