Forts of Oman Full Day Private Tour
What your day looks like
You will depart your hotel and proceed towards Bahla, one of the oldest small towns of Oman and in the 12th century the capital of the tribe living in the region. As the monumental fort is closed for renovation only a photo stop is planned. Bahla is also famous for its pottery. You will then visit the spectacular Nizwa Fort with its massive Circular Cannon Tower, one of the most impressive forts in Oman. You will also visit the Nizwa traditional Souq. The Souq is a lively place and an ideal location to purchase handicrafts and souvenirs. 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, jewelry, 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 marketplace. After completing your Souq experience you will proceed to Jabreen Palace/Castle where the visitor can capture the medieval atmosphere and view the beautiful hand-painted ceilings and carved door frames. After an impressive cultural day, it will be time to travel back to your hotel.
The experience, in brief
- Make a quick stop at Bahla, one of the oldest small towns in Oman
- Visit Nizwa Fort, one of the most impressive forts in Oman
- Visit the Nizwa traditional Souq, the opportunity to purchase handicrafts and souvenirs
- Stop at Jabreen Palace/Castle where the visitor is able to capture the medieval atmosphere
Your day, step by step
Nizwa
Sightseeing at Nizwa Fort.
Muscat
Local Flavor.
What to know before booking
Included
Private transportation and tour fee for the vehicle Services of English speaking tour guide throughout the trip Entrance fees for different destinations as per the program Pick up and drop off, before and after the tour.
Not Included
Any item of a personal nature Lunch (Pay as you eat) Tips Anything else other than the itinerary
What to Bring
Wear comfortable shoes and clothing (Walking shoes or trainers, definitely not flip flops as the terrain is undulating) Camera and other items you may need
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up from your hotel at 8:30 a.m. in Muscat. Let us know the details at the time of booking. For cruise passengers: The standard pick-up point is at the Main Gate of the port. Guests will need to take the shuttle bus from the cruise terminal to the main gate (approximately 600–700 meters). We can also arrange pick-up directly from inside the port at the cruise terminal with a supplement cost that can be selected during booking.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business