Nizwa Fort, Castle and Jabal Alkhadar Mountain

Short overview:
Muscat/ Fanja photo stop/ Nizwa Souq, Fort and Castle/ Jabal Alkhadar mountain/ Alkatmeen Falaj (old water canal)/ Birkat Al Mouz old village

Trip Details:

You will begin your tour at 8:00 am going towards the interior of the Oman Al Dakhiliyah region. On the way you will stop in the scenic Fanja village. Then you will reach Nizwa (the former capital of Oman), characterized by its unique architecture, busy market, old defensive fort and castle. Enjoy shopping different for local food, especially dates. Then you will walk to Nizwa Fort which was built in middle of the 17th century AD by Imam Sultan bin Saif Yarubi and the castle which was built in 9th century AD by Imam Assalt bin Malik Alkharousi. Later, you will go to Al Jabal Alkhadar Mountain (around 2,300m). Enjoy the spectacular view of agricultural terraces and the old village which located on the mountain. Next, you will go back to Muscat and visit an ancient (2000 year) old water canal (which is used until today for irrigation) and the old village of Birkat Al Mouz on the way back.

Trip duration: 8 hours

Including:

1. Private 4×4 Car and gas
2. Offical Omani guide, english speaking
3. Car parking fees
4. Omani traditional bread

Excluding:

1. Nizwa Fort entrance
2. Meals

Important note:

Dear guest please to dress appropriately in all visiting places. Short not preferred in this tour.

Note that your pick-up time depend on your location and our team will confirm you for the best time to begin the tour.