Oman's highest mountain, Jebel Shams (Mountain of the Sun; 3009m), is best known not for its peak but for the view into the spectacularly deep Wadi Ghul.
What's Included
4wd vehicle / comfortable
Bottled water during the tour
Entry/Admission - Nizwa Fort Oman
Fuel
Nizwa Fort Entry Ticket
Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
Pick-up and drop-off to the hotel/airport/port (Muscat Area)
What's Not Included
Lunch
Traveler Information
ADULT: Age: 12 - 99
Additional Info
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regular temperature checks for staff
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Face masks provided for travellers
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
What To Expect
Nizwa Fort Oman
We depart Muscat to Nizwa, the old capital of Oman. Visit to the famous Nizwa Fortress. Today, the for is a museum that showcases the history of the fort and surrounding area. Walking through the fortress you get to see amazing views of the ancient town and the nearby mountains. This impressive fortress was a base used in the military to hold off the hardest attacks and seiges.
2 hours
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Admission Ticket Included
Nizwa Souk
The site of one of the oldest souk in the country, this extensive marketplace is dedicated mostly to fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, all of which are housed in separate blocks behind the great
2 hours
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Admission Ticket Free
Al Hamra
Al Hamra is a 400-year-old town in the region Ad Dakhiliyah, in northeastern Oman. The town is thriving and lively but holds a secret. The 400-year-old town popped up around an amazing abandoned village. The Al Hamra ruins are estimated to be between 700-1000 years old and are left completely untouched.
60 minutes
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Admission Ticket Free
Misfat Al Abriyeen is a unique mountainous village located 1,000 m above sea level on the mountain foothills surrounding wilayat Al Hamra in Al Dhakhiyla Governorate. The village derives its name from the Al Abri tribe, who originally come from Misfat Al Abriyeen and Al Hamra.
60 minutes
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Admission Ticket Free
Jebel Shams
Jebel Shams is a mountain located in northeastern Oman north of Al Hamra town.It is known as Jabal Shams because it is the first place to receive sunrise in Oman due to its high peak. It is the highest mountain of the Hajar range and the country.
2 hours
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Admission Ticket Free
Reviews
Amazing Tour of Nizwa, Jebel Shams and Misfah Al Arbyeen
Whatever432, 07-01-2023
The drive to Jebel Shams and the lookout were breathtaking. Also immensely enjoyed Misfah Al Arbyeenas well as Nizwa fort + souq
Our guides were great. They were very kind and accommodating to our family.
Thoroughly worthwhile experience. Would definitely use the services of Oman Landscape Tours in the future.
Amazing Guided Tour to Nizwa, market, fort, Al Hamra, Jebel Shams
fschmid8, 07-01-2023
Our tour guide Khalil Aljabri picked us up from the hotel to drive to Nizwa. There he showed us the local market, we could taste all the delicious foods, talked to locals and had a coffee with them. Later we went to Fort Nizwa which was very interesting to see as well it offered nice views over the city. Afterwoods we went to Al Hamra village on top of the mountain, where we had amazing views in that ancient village. After some driving we reached the top of Jebel Shams (Grand Canyon) which was really impressive. Also our tour guide prepared fresh coffee for us and served some fresh fruits, which we really appreciated and enjoyed. Its a must to do this tour and we recommend strongly to do it with Mr. Khalil Aljabri, he was very kind and friendly and explained us all we wanted to know about oman with pleasure. We had a great time and an uforgetable experience thanks to him.
Highly Recommend with Oman Landscape Tours
mariafelizajirehh, 06-01-2023
We enjoyed our Full Day Tour in Nizwa - Jebel Shams. We visited first Nizwa Fort then Nizwa Souk, Misfah Al Arbyeen and the highlights of the tour in Jebel Shams. The beautiful scenery and the cold weather was amazing
Thanks Ahmad for this amazing trip.
Highly recommend this Tour.
Must come and see.
Joanna_W, 04-01-2023
Our tour guy Abdullah is so kind , patient and friendly.
The entire trip was wonderful and the sightseeing is amazingly experienced with the nature beauty and local culture.
Must come and see.
Great Tour with the best Company Oman Landscape Tours
rhosem16, 31-12-2022
Full Day trip to Jebel Shams was amazing.
Our guide Mohammed was kind and informative about the places that we visited.
The highlight of our trip was Jebel Shams was cold, we really enjoyed the scenery.
Thanks Mohammed for this amazing experienced.
Highly recommended this places to be visited.
Highly recommended Mohammed and Oman Landscape Tours to you.