Full-Day Nizwa, Jebel Shams Tour

Explore Nizwa Fort

Grand Canyon

Highlights

Visit the 17th-century Nizwa Fort

Explore a souk and mingle with locals

See the Wadi Ghul, known as Oman's "Grand Canyon"

Muscat

nature, archaeological, sightseeing

Private Tour

1 Day

Easy

Arabic, English, Hindi

Description

Take a day trip to Muscat to visit a 17th-century fort, mingle with the locals at a souk, and revel in panoramic views from the Sun Mountain and Oman's very own "Grand Canyon".

Itinerary

Gems on the Outskirts of Muscat
- Start the day by driving to Nizwa Fort, built in the 17th century. Explore the ramparts of the fort and learn about its history.
- Visit the local souk, which is renowned for its Friday cattle auction.
- Head up to Jebel Shams or the "Sun Mountain". This is Oman’s highest peak and reaches up to nearly 3000 meters.
- At the mountain's upper reaches, you will get to explore Wadi Ghul, colloquially known as Oman's Grand Canyon, which gives breathtaking views down to its floor.
- Enjoy a boxed picnic lunch in these wonderful surroundings.