Full-Day Private Tour of Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar from Muscat
by Sunshine Tours Oman
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This full-day private tour lasts about 8 hours and covers Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar in Oman. The trip begins with a drive from Muscat to Nizwa, the former capital, where the group visits Nizwa Fort. The fort is now a museum displaying its historical role and offers views of the old town and nearby mountains. Next, the tour stops at Nizwa Souq, one of Oman's oldest markets, known for its separate sections for fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish. After the souq, the tour continues to Birkat Al Mouz, a small town at the foothills of Jebel Akhdar, which travelers pass through en route to the mountains. A visit to the Al Kattmyn Aflaj irrigation system follows; this system is one of five in Oman recognized by UNESCO. From there, the tour ascends to Jebel Akhdar, also called the Green Mountain, part of the Al Hajar range. The mountain rises to 2,980 meters and includes the Saiq Plateau at 2,000 meters elevation. Visitors can walk among fruit plantations and rose gardens and enjoy valley views. The tour uses a comfortable 4WD vehicle and includes hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off within the Muscat area. Bottled water is provided, and an English-speaking Omani guide accompanies the group. Lunch and the entry fee for Nizwa Fort are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Nizwa Fort Oman
The tour departs Muscat and travels to Nizwa, an old capital of Oman. Visitors spend about one hour at Nizwa Fort, now a museum presenting the fort's history and the surrounding region. Walking through the fortress offers views of the ancient town and nearby mountains. The fort was historically a military base that resisted significant attacks and sieges.
60 min
Nizwa Souq
The tour continues to Nizwa Souq, one of the oldest markets in Oman. This large marketplace is divided into sections mainly for fruits and vegetables, meat, and fish, with each type housed in separate blocks.
45 min
Birkat Al Mouz Ruins
Birkat Al Mouz is a small town located in the wilayat of Nizwa within the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. Situated at the foothills of Jebel Akhdar, this town is a common stop for travelers heading to the mountain area.
45 min
Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman
The tour visits the Al Kattmyn irrigation system, one of five irrigation systems in Oman recognized by UNESCO as heritage sites. From here, the route continues upward to Jebel Akhdar, also known as the Green Mountain, which contains many fruit plantations and rose gardens. Visitors can walk through the hills and observe views of the surrounding valleys.
30 min
Jebel Akhdar
Jebel Akhdar, or Al Jabal Al Akhdar, is part of the Al Hajar mountain range in the Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate. The mountain reaches 2,980 meters in height and includes the Saiq Plateau at 2,000 meters above sea level. Visitors spend about two hours exploring the area.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Full-Day Private Tour of Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar from Muscat
by Sunshine Tours Oman
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$388Overview
This full-day private tour lasts about 8 hours and covers Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar in Oman. The trip begins with a drive from Muscat to Nizwa, the former capital, where the group visits Nizwa Fort. The fort is now a museum displaying its historical role and offers views of the old town and nearby mountains. Next, the tour stops at Nizwa Souq, one of Oman's oldest markets, known for its separate sections for fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish. After the souq, the tour continues to Birkat Al Mouz, a small town at the foothills of Jebel Akhdar, which travelers pass through en route to the mountains. A visit to the Al Kattmyn Aflaj irrigation system follows; this system is one of five in Oman recognized by UNESCO. From there, the tour ascends to Jebel Akhdar, also called the Green Mountain, part of the Al Hajar range. The mountain rises to 2,980 meters and includes the Saiq Plateau at 2,000 meters elevation. Visitors can walk among fruit plantations and rose gardens and enjoy valley views. The tour uses a comfortable 4WD vehicle and includes hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off within the Muscat area. Bottled water is provided, and an English-speaking Omani guide accompanies the group. Lunch and the entry fee for Nizwa Fort are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Nizwa Fort Oman
The tour departs Muscat and travels to Nizwa, an old capital of Oman. Visitors spend about one hour at Nizwa Fort, now a museum presenting the fort's history and the surrounding region. Walking through the fortress offers views of the ancient town and nearby mountains. The fort was historically a military base that resisted significant attacks and sieges.
60 min
Nizwa Souq
The tour continues to Nizwa Souq, one of the oldest markets in Oman. This large marketplace is divided into sections mainly for fruits and vegetables, meat, and fish, with each type housed in separate blocks.
45 min
Birkat Al Mouz Ruins
Birkat Al Mouz is a small town located in the wilayat of Nizwa within the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. Situated at the foothills of Jebel Akhdar, this town is a common stop for travelers heading to the mountain area.
45 min
Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman
The tour visits the Al Kattmyn irrigation system, one of five irrigation systems in Oman recognized by UNESCO as heritage sites. From here, the route continues upward to Jebel Akhdar, also known as the Green Mountain, which contains many fruit plantations and rose gardens. Visitors can walk through the hills and observe views of the surrounding valleys.
30 min
Jebel Akhdar
Jebel Akhdar, or Al Jabal Al Akhdar, is part of the Al Hajar mountain range in the Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate. The mountain reaches 2,980 meters in height and includes the Saiq Plateau at 2,000 meters above sea level. Visitors spend about two hours exploring the area.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.