Itinerary
- Nizwa Fort Oman: We depart Muscat to Nizwa, approximately 8:30 AM, 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 sieges.
- Nizwa Souq: Next to the fortress is the large Nizwa Souq, a local marketplace that offers a variety of goods including jewellery, pottery, fish, and meats.
- Al Hamra: After, we take off to Al Hamra to visit the old 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. Late afternoon, we head back to Muscat, Oman.
Includes
- Pick up and drop off
- Water
- Transportation 4WD car
- Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
- Entrance Fee
- Lunch
Details
Visit the famous Nizwa Fortress. 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 sieges.
Then Nizwa Souq, a local marketplace that offers a variety of goods including jewelry, pottery, fish, and meats.
Al Hamra to visit the village where we get to experience how the locals create a lifestyle in the older times.
Misfah al Abryeen 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 are recommended to take your time and explore.
Then Nizwa Souq, a local marketplace that offers a variety of goods including jewelry, pottery, fish, and meats.
Al Hamra to visit the village where we get to experience how the locals create a lifestyle in the older times.
Misfah al Abryeen 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 are recommended to take your time and explore.
Know Before You Go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
