Explore Omanā€™s rich history in Nizwa and marvel at Jabal Shamsā€™ breathtaking views on this full-day cultural adventure.
Explore Omanā€™s rich history in Nizwa and marvel at Jabal Shamsā€™ breathtaking views on this full-day cultural adventure.
- Nizwa Souk - The tour starts in the morning weā€™ll leave Muscat towards Nizwa. Nizwa was the capital of Oman during Al Yaruba Dynasty, weā€™ll visit the famous Nizwa Souq, a wide variety of vendors offering their goods in the streets of the souk from, here you can find, vegetables, pottery, jewelry, handicrafts Omani sweets (Halwa) dates, spice, andā€¦
- Nizwa Souk - The tour starts in the morning weā€™ll leave Muscat towards Nizwa. Nizwa was the capital of Oman during Al Yaruba Dynasty, weā€™ll visit the famous Nizwa Souq, a wide variety of vendors offering their goods in the streets of the souk 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 come to sell their, goats, cattle, sheep, and chickens in a circus style open marketplace.
- Nizwa Fort Oman - Next to the Souq is the Nizwa fort and castle the fort been built in 1649 and the castle has been built-in 888. 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 fort and castle with many passages rooms, 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.
- Jabal Shams - 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.
- Pick up & drop off
- Taxes
- English speaking guide
- Bottled water
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned vehicle 4WD
- Pick up & drop off
- Taxes
- English speaking guide
- Bottled water
- Transportation by Air-Conditioned vehicle 4WD
- Lunch
- Lunch
Spend a day delving into Omanā€™s rich history and culture. Nizwa, which served as Omanā€™s capital 500 years ago, was also recognized as the capital of Islamic culture in 2015. Enjoy a tour of the ancient Nizwa market, located next to the historic Nizwa Fort and Castle. The fort, constructed in 1649, now serves as a museum, while the castle dates back toā€¦
Spend a day delving into Omanā€™s rich history and culture. Nizwa, which served as Omanā€™s capital 500 years ago, was also recognized as the capital of Islamic culture in 2015. Enjoy a tour of the ancient Nizwa market, located next to the historic Nizwa Fort and Castle. The fort, constructed in 1649, now serves as a museum, while the castle dates back to 888. Following this, travel to Jabal Shams, known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, standing at 3009 meters. This destination promises an exhilarating off-road adventure and breathtaking views.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.