• Nizwa Souk - We’ll visit the renowned Nizwa Market, where a diverse array of vendors line the streets of the souq. Here, you can find vegetables, pottery, jewelry, handicrafts, Omani sweets (Halwa), dates, spices, and souvenirs, all sold in authentic old market halls that few places can rival. Particularly fascinating is the Friday cattle market, where locals from nearby villages come to sell their goats, cattle, sheep, and chickens in a lively, open marketplace.

Please note: If you’re staying in Muscat and wish to catch the cattle market, you need to start at 05:45 AM. Please contact us after booking or mention it in the special request form, and we’ll get back to you.

• Nizwa Fort Oman - Adjacent to the Souq is Nizwa Fortress, now a museum offering splendid views of the ancient town and surrounding mountains. You can explore this impressive fortress, visiting its many rooms, passages, and towers. The fort stands as an architectural testament 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 attacks of its time, with traps laid along the corridors to deter intruders.
• Misfat al Abreyeen - From Nizwa, we drive up to Misfah Al Abreyeen, a picturesque village on a steep slope at the foot of Jebel Shams. The village consists of old homes and narrow streets and features a falaj system for many orchards, date palms, and vegetables. It’s worth spending some time walking around the village before continuing your trip to visit the ancient town of Al Hamra.

From there, we drive back to Muscat.

• Jabal Shams - Next, we head towards Jabal Shams Mountain (Grand Canyon). This mountain road ascends to Jebel Shams at 3009 meters, one of the most adventurous mountains in Oman, offering an exhilarating off-road experience and fantastic views. You’ll reach a canyon viewpoint at 2000 meters, where you can stop to enjoy the scenery and take photos.

• Pick up and drop off from hotels, port, airport, and residence
• Taxes included
• Private tour
• English speaking guide
• Bottled water provided
• Transportation by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle

• Nizwa Fort entry fees
• Lunch

It’s a historical, cultural, and nature tour where you’ll spend a day exploring Nizwa. Nizwa was the capital of Oman 500 years ago and was recognized as the capital of Islamic culture in 2015. We’ll guide you through the ancient market of Nizwa, and nearby, you’ll find Nizwa Fort and Castle. The fort, built in 1649, now serves as a museum, while the castle dates back to 888.

From Nizwa, we’ll drive to the 3,000-year-old village of Misfat Al Abriyeen, located at the foot of the Al Hajar mountains. From there, we’ll head up to Jabal Shams, known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, for an exciting off-road adventure and breathtaking views.

• Not stroller accessible
• Infants must not sit on laps

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.