Nizwa and Jebel Shams Full-Day Private Tour from Muscat
Check out some incredible nature on this private day-tour from Muscat where you explore Nizwa, the old capital, and the highest mountain in Oman, Jebel Shams. Your guide organizes all the logistics for you, so you can relax. Transport is provided from Muscat to keep things simple. First explore Nizwa and the souq, then head out to Al Hamra to learn Omani culture, and then check out the Grand Canyon of Oman.
Highlights
- ✓Easily find your guide at your Muscat departure point to keep things simple
- ✓Ride comfortably in your 4WD vehicle
- ✓Bring some extra cash for Nizwa Fort entrance fees
- ✓Go at your own pace on this private tour
What you'll see & do
- ✓Pick up anywhere in Muscat area then drive from Muscat to nizwa will take around 2 hours
- ✓Nizwa Souq, a local marketplace that offers a variety of goods including jewelry, pottery, fish, and meats. The list goes on! After, we take off to Al Hamra to visit the village where we get to experience how the locals create a lifestyle in the older times. After this quick tour, we move on to Misfah al Abryeen, a truly pristine village that nestles at the base of Jebel Shams. Here you will get to see the large Falaj water system that supplies water to the nearby vegetation. There are numerous marked footpaths throughout the village that is recommended to take your time and explore.
- ✓We depart Muscat to Nizwa, the old capital of Oman. We pay a visit to the famous Nizwa Fortress. Today, the fort is a museum that showcases the history of the fort and surrounding area. Walking through the fortress you get to see amazing views of the ancient town and the nearby mountains. This impressive fortress was a base used in the military to hold off the hardest attacks and seiges.
- ✓From al hamra village you'll head up to Jebel Shams, known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, where you’ll enjoy a scenic photo stop at the top (no hiking involved). After taking in the breathtaking mountain views, you’ll drive back to Muscat. Please note: The Jebel Shams tour is the longest day trip in Oman, offering some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the country.
- ✓We then drive to the Jebel Shams Mountain. Next, we will take you on a small tour in a small museum in the small ancient village of AL Hamra. The locals will show you the traditional Omani lifestyle in the village amongst other routines.
- ✓After the trip, enjoy a scenic drive back to Muscat, which takes approximately 3 hours.
What's included
- ✓Transportation 4WD Vehicle
- ✓Pick up and Drop off anywhere in Muscat area
- ✓Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
- ✓water
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Nizwa Fort Entrance Fees 5 OMR per person
- ✓All personal things
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We use sign board with the name of our clients
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Nizwa and Jebel Shams Full-Day Private Tour from Muscat
Check out some incredible nature on this private day-tour from Muscat where you explore Nizwa, the old capital, and the highest mountain in Oman, Jebel Shams. Your guide organizes all the logistics for you, so you can relax. Transport is provided from Muscat to keep things simple. First explore Nizwa and the souq, then head out to Al Hamra to learn Omani culture, and then check out the Grand Canyon of Oman.
Highlights
- ✓Easily find your guide at your Muscat departure point to keep things simple
- ✓Ride comfortably in your 4WD vehicle
- ✓Bring some extra cash for Nizwa Fort entrance fees
- ✓Go at your own pace on this private tour
What you'll see & do
- ✓Pick up anywhere in Muscat area then drive from Muscat to nizwa will take around 2 hours
- ✓Nizwa Souq, a local marketplace that offers a variety of goods including jewelry, pottery, fish, and meats. The list goes on! After, we take off to Al Hamra to visit the village where we get to experience how the locals create a lifestyle in the older times. After this quick tour, we move on to Misfah al Abryeen, a truly pristine village that nestles at the base of Jebel Shams. Here you will get to see the large Falaj water system that supplies water to the nearby vegetation. There are numerous marked footpaths throughout the village that is recommended to take your time and explore.
- ✓We depart Muscat to Nizwa, the old capital of Oman. We pay a visit to the famous Nizwa Fortress. Today, the fort is a museum that showcases the history of the fort and surrounding area. Walking through the fortress you get to see amazing views of the ancient town and the nearby mountains. This impressive fortress was a base used in the military to hold off the hardest attacks and seiges.
- ✓From al hamra village you'll head up to Jebel Shams, known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, where you’ll enjoy a scenic photo stop at the top (no hiking involved). After taking in the breathtaking mountain views, you’ll drive back to Muscat. Please note: The Jebel Shams tour is the longest day trip in Oman, offering some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the country.
- ✓We then drive to the Jebel Shams Mountain. Next, we will take you on a small tour in a small museum in the small ancient village of AL Hamra. The locals will show you the traditional Omani lifestyle in the village amongst other routines.
- ✓After the trip, enjoy a scenic drive back to Muscat, which takes approximately 3 hours.
What's included
- ✓Transportation 4WD Vehicle
- ✓Pick up and Drop off anywhere in Muscat area
- ✓Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
- ✓water
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Nizwa Fort Entrance Fees 5 OMR per person
- ✓All personal things
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We use sign board with the name of our clients
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.