Jebel Shams is a must-see destination with awe-inspiring panoramas. This unique geological layout boasts stark, bare, and stunningly gorgeous dark hills. Known as the ‘mountain of the sun’, Jebel Shams stands at a height of 9,872 feet and spans several hundreds of miles into the Western Hajar Mountains.
Muscat – Fanja – Birkat Al Mouz – Nizwa Market – Nizwa Fort – Al Hamra – Misfat Al Abryeen – – Jebel Shams
Fanja - First thing in the morning we depart Muscat and make our way to Nizwa. On the way we will be stopping at a fantastic photo stop in Fanja where we can take pictures and make memories. Fanja is known as the gateway of Al Dakhiliyah region since it is the first city from Muscat. As many people say, it is the most beautiful tourist destinations in the Wilayat of Bid Bid in Al Dakhiliyah region
Birkat Al Mouz Ruins - After, we will continue our way to the old village of Birkat Al Mouz. This village runs up the side of a small mountain that is home to its own oasis containing gorgeous plantations of banana trees and various data palms. You can see the one of a kind irrigation system in Oman known as Aini, Dawoodi, and Ghaily.
Nizwa Souk - After, we will move on to the city of Nizwa. The old capital of Oman, Nizwa is the home of the famous souk markets. We will stop here for a chance to browse and purchase various souveniers such as Omani silver crafts and other handmade items.
Nizwa Fort Oman - Nearby, we will pay a visit to the Nizwa fort. This fortress was built by Sulta Bin Saif Al Yarubi and remains to be the biggest fort in Oman.
Al Hamra - After, we will visit the old village Al Hamra, a 400-year-old town in north eastern Oman. Al Hamra is home to the mountain village of Misfat Al Abryeen.
Misfah al Abriyyin - Al Hamra is also known as Hamra Al Abryeen which is a reference to the Al Abri tribe who live there. This is where some of the oldest preserved houses in Oman can be found.
Jebel Shams - Later, we will make our way to Jebel Shams where we can had a dinner and rest for the night.
Camping in Jebel Shams
Jebel Shams — Bahla Fort — Jabrin Castle – Muscat
Jebel Shams - We wake up to had breakfast in the hotel and soon depart to the biggest, most famous canyon in Sultanate of Oman — Jebel Shams. Just the canyon itself is so remarkable, you can easily lose yourself in wonder. There is so much to see as you walk through.
Bahla Fort - e will then drive down the mountains for approximately 25 km where we will visit Bahla Fort. This fortress is listed by the UNESCO as one of the oldest pieces of heritage in the world.
Jibreen Castle - We will also pay a visit to Jabrin Fort. Originally designed as a residential property in 1670 by Sultan Bin Saif Al Yarubi. Jabrin Fort dates to 1670 and it was designed and built under the supervision of Imam Bilarab Bin Sultan. In the late end of the afternoon, we will make our way back to Muscat.
- Water
- Entrance fees
- Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
- Accommodation Normal Tent
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Transportation 4WD Comfortable
- Pick Up and Drop off anywhere in Muscat area
- All entrance Fees
- Lunch
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