Nizwa Market, Nizwa Fort, Misfat Al Abriyeen, Jabal Shams
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
About this experience
Its historical, cultural, nature tour spend a day discovering Nizwa, Nizwa was the capital of Oman 500 years ago, and it was the capital of Islamic culture in 2015, We'll take you on a tour between the ancient market of Nizwa, next to Nizwa market Nizwa fort and castle the fort its been build in 1649 and the castle been build in 888, the fort is a museum today.
From Nizwa we drive towards Misfat Al Abriyeen village 3000 years old located at the foot of Al Hajar mountains, from there we drive up to Jabal Shams (The Grand Canyon of Oman) exciting off-road, beautiful view
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What’s included
- Hotels, Port, Airport, Residence pick up and drop off
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned Vehicle 4WD
- Bottled water
- Taxes
Not included
- Nizwa Fort entry fees
- Lunch
Itinerary
- 1
Nizwa Market (Souq)
We'll visit the famous Nizwa Market (Souq), where a wide variety of vendors offer their goods in the streets of the souq, From here you can find, vegetables, pottery, jewelry, handicrafts, Omani sweets (Halwa), dates spice, and souvenirs which are sold in authentic old market halls that few places can boast, especially interesting is the Friday cattle market when the locals from the nearby villages come to sell their, goats, cattle, sheep, and chickens in a circus-style open market place. Please note: if you stay in Muscat and you want to catch the cattle market you have to start at 05:45 AM, so please get in touch with us after you make the booking or mention it in the special request form, and we'll message you bake.
- 2
Nizwa Fort
Next to the Souq is Nizwa Fortress, the Fort is a museum today and offers splendid views of this ancient town and the surrounding mountains, you can walk around in this impressive Fortress and visit its many rooms, passages, and towers, the fort is an architectural testimony to the economic and military achievements of the early Yaruba dynasty from the mid-17th century, it was a military stronghold designed to withstand even the strongest of attacks at the time, even along the corridors, many traps were laid to deter any intruders that might have penetrated the defenses.
- 3
Misfat Al Abreyeen Al Hamra
From Nizwa we drive up to Misfah Al Abreyeen, this picturesque village lies on a steep slope at the foot of Jebel Shams and consists of old homes and narrow streets, it has a falaj system for many orchards, date palms, and vegetables, it's worth spending some time walking around the village, then continuing your trip to visit the ancient town of Al Hamra. From there drive back to Muscat
- 4
Jabal Shams (The Grand Canyon of Oman)
Then we drive towards Jabal Shams Mountain (Grand Canyon) This mountain road drives up to the Jebel Shams 3009 meters this mountain is one of the most adventurous Mountains in Oman, offering existing off-road experience and fantastic views, you reach canyon view which is 2000 meters stop there and enjoy the view and photo.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
- Start times
- 08:00
Know before you go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not stroller accessible
- We pick up travelers from any place in Muscat:
- Muscat harbor (for shore excursions passengers)
- Muscat International Airport
- Residence
- Hotels
- Walking shoes or trainer
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 9 hours and 30 minutes.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
From AED 339 per person (5 travelers)
