Nizwa Full Day tour

Nizwa Full Day tour

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About This Tour in Muscat

This tour takes you first to Nizwa, the old capital of Oman. The Nizwa Souq is among the largest of its kind in the country. Next to the Souq is Nizwa Fortress. The fort is a museum today and offers splendid views of this ancient town and the surrounding mountains. Then we drive to Al Hamra, to visit the old village and see the tradition homes their . Then we move on towards Misfath al Abreen. This picturesque village lies on a steep slope at the foot of Jebel Shams, a few kilometres from the village of Al Hamra and consists of old homes and narrow streets. It has a large Falaj system which supplies water for many orchards, date palms and vegetables. It is worth to spend at least 1 � hours walking around the village. There are marked footpaths through the village and surrounding area. In the late afternoon we drive back to Muscat.

Why Visit Muscat?

Muscat, Oman offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Muscat provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Muscat

You can reach Muscat, Oman by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by private vehicle (Maximum capacity : Salon Car 3 seats / 4 X4 vehicles 6 seats
  • Local taxes
  • Fuel surcharge
  • At Friday the fort close at 11:00 AM , so it is not always guarantee to visit it from inside in case of Friday trip
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Forts close at 11:00 AM early in Friday , so it is not guarantee that forts will be visited from inside incase of friday booking or it will be stop photo from outside ( Highly recommended not to be friday )
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide with Extra charge
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Forts close at 11:00 at Friday , so it is not always guarantee on Friday bookings to visit the fort from inside .

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

One among the most amazing trips from Oman day tours is Nizwa full day trip

One among the most amazing trips from Oman day tours is Nizwa full day trip . Enjoy the traditions and local life of the Omani people and take unforgettable photos through Nizwa full day trip that considered from the Hi Sale trips among Oman day tours

This tour takes you first to Nizwa, the old capital of Oman 1 hour

This tour takes you first to Nizwa, the old capital of Oman. The Nizwa Souq is among the largest of its kind in the country. A wide variety of vendors offer their goods in the streets of the souk from 05:00 am to about 10:00 am each morning. Here you can find fish, meat, vegetables, pottery, jewellery, handicrafts 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 from the nearby villages come to sell their donkeys, goats, cattle, sheep and chickens in a circus style open market place.

Next to the Souq is Nizwa Fortress

Next to the Souq is Nizwa Fortress. 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 fortress and visit its many rooms, passages and towers. 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 defences.

We drive to Al Hamra, to visit the... 30 minutes

We drive to Al Hamra, to visit the old village and see the tradition homes their,

Then we drive to Al Hamra, to visit... 1 hour

Then we drive to Al Hamra, to visit the old village and see the tradition homes their, Then we move on towards Misfath al Abreen. This picturesque village lies on a steep slope at the foot of Jebel Shams, a few kilometres from the village of Al Hamra and consists of old homes and narrow streets. It has a large Falaj system which supplies water for many orchards, date palms and vegetables.There are marked footpaths through the village and surrounding area.

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