In the morning we'll leave Muscat towards Nizwa, the old capital of Oman, once we reach Nizwa we’ll visit the Nizwa Souq, where a wide variety of vendors offer their goods in the streets of the souk, where you can find vegetables, pottery, jewelry, 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 from the nearby villages come to sell their goats, cattle, sheep, and chickens in a circus-style open market place.
Nizwa Fort
Next to the Souq is Nizwa Fortress, 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 Fortress and visit its many rooms, passages, and towers, 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 defenses.
Misfat Al Abreyeen
From Nizwa we take you to Misfat Al Abreyeen village, This picturesque village is on a steep slope at the foot of Jebel Shams, a few kilometers from Al Hamra Town, and consists of old homes and narrow streets, it has a Falaj system that supplies water for many orchards, date palms, and vegetable gardens, it's worth it to spend some time walking around the village.
Jebel Shams (Grand Canyon)
Then we drive up to Jebel Shams Mountain (The Grand Canyon), 3009 meters high, 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 meters stop there and enjoy the view and photo, then we continue to our resort where we spend the night.Overnight in Jebel Shams (Sama heights Resort or similar)
3 Comments
4.6
Exploring the stunning landscapes around Jabal Shams and immersing ourselves in the rich heritage of Nizwa was truly memorable. While the accommodations were comfortable, we found the dining options somewhat limited, which slightly detracted from the overall experience.
4.8
The two-day adventure offered a fascinating glimpse into the rich Omani heritage while we explored breathtaking canyons. Our accommodations were comfortable, though the dinner options could have been slightly more diverse for our tastes.
4.6
We had an absolute blast exploring the stunning landscapes and rich heritage on this tour! The breathtaking views from the canyon left us in awe, and the local cuisine was a delightful surprise—every meal felt like a celebration of Omani flavors. While the itinerary was packed with amazing experiences, a bit more downtime to soak in the scenery would have been perfect for our family.