expedia
List your propertySupportTrips
Member discount illustration

Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in

Sign in
Learn about Expedia Rewards
Feedback
Aerial view of the canyon
Private Day Tour to Nizwa and Jabal Shams in Grand Canyon of Oman
After about two hours of hiking you come to the old village of Al Sab.
Private Day Tour to Nizwa and Jabal Shams in Grand Canyon of Oman
Private Day Tour to Nizwa and Jabal Shams in Grand Canyon of Oman

Private Day Tour to Nizwa and Jabal Shams in Grand Canyon of Oman

By Oman Tour Guide
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$302 per adult
See tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Escape the busy streets of Muscat and spend a day in the great outdoors on this excursion to Nizwa and Jabal Shams. With a private guide, head to the former capital of Oman, Nizwa, to explore the fort and castle.

Then, head to Jabal Shams, otherwise known as the “Grand Canyon of Oman” for an off-road adventure and unparalleled views of the region.

Activity location

  • Nizwa Souk
    • City Center, Close to the fort
    • 611, Nizwa, Oman

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nizwa Souk
    • City Center, Close to the fort
    • 611, Nizwa, Oman

Check availability

Private Day Tour to Nizwa and Jabal Shams in Grand Canyon of Oman
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
AU$302.24 x 1 AdultAU$302.24
Total
Price is AU$302.24

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry/Admission - Wadi Ghul - Oman's Grand Canyon
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish speaking Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotels, Port, Airport, Residence Pick up and drop off
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry/Admission - Nizwa Souk
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Nizwa Souk
  • 1h
The tour starts in the morning we'll leave Muscat towards Nizwa. Nizwa was the capital of Oman during Al Yaruba Dynasty we'll visit the famous Nizwa Souq. a wide variety of vendors offer their goods in the streets of the souk from here you can find, vegetables, pottery, jewellery, handicrafts Omani sweets (Halwa) Dates spice, 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 come to sell their, goats, cattle, sheep, and chickens in a circus-style open marketplace. Please note: if you stay in muscat and you want to catch the cattle market on Friday you have to start at 06:00 AM, so please get in touch with us after you make the booking or mention it in the special request form, and we'll message you back.
Nizwa Fort Oman
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Next to the Souq is the Nizwa fort and castle the fort been built in 1649 and the castle been build in 888. 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 fort and castle with many passages rooms. 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.
Wadi Ghul - Oman's Grand Canyon
  • 3h
Then we drive towards Jabal Shams Mountain (the grand canyon of Oman) This mountain road drives up to the Jebel Shams 3009 metres this mountain is one of the most adventurous Mountains in Oman, offering existing off-road experience and fantastic views, you reach canyon view which is 2000 metres stop there and enjoy the view and photo. From there we drive back to Muscat
Al Hamra
  • 1h
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. Duration: 1 hour
Misfat al Abriyyin
  • 1h
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.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESNizwa Souk
    • City Center, Close to the fort
    • 611, Nizwa, Oman

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLENizwa Souk
    • City Center, Close to the fort
    • 611, Nizwa, Oman

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Nizwa your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top experiences in Nizwa

With so many activities in Nizwa, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours and activities in Nizwa. Families, couples and business travellers can all find the perfect activity in Nizwa to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.