Nizwa & Al Hamra Guided Tour with Friday Animal Market

Immerse yourself in Omani history and culture on a guided tour of Nizwa and Al Hamra. Explore the impressive Nizwa Fort, haggle at the local souq, and discover the traditional village of Al Hamra. Hotel transfer included.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Nizwa Souk - Exploring the Nizwa Souq is one of the top things to do in Oman.
    It is one of the oldest markets in the country and you will find fruit, meat, sweets, pottery, souvenirs and antiquesā€¦
    There is a lot to discover as you stroll through in the middle of the locals.
    Below is my guide to help you plan your visit.
What's Included
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Entrance tickets to the fort 13 USD
  • Entrance tickets to the museum 8 USD
  • Lunch
  • Additional supplement pick up from Shangri la hotel, Jumeirah, Al Bustan, Al-Seeb and Al Mouj
Additional Information

Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Oman on this shared tour, offering a deep dive into Omani life. Begin your journey with a drive through the Hajar Mountains, arriving in Nizwa to visit the iconic Nizwa Fort, one of Omanā€™s most visited monuments, where youā€™ll learn about its historical significance and architectural marvels.

On Fridays, immerse yourself in the lively Nizwa Animal Market, where locals trade livestock in a centuries-old tradition, offering a unique glimpse into local life. Explore the bustling Nizwa Souq next, where you can haggle for traditional Omani goods such as knives, pottery, and other unique items.

The tour continues to the ancient village of Al Hamra, where youā€™ll visit Bait Al Safah Museum. Here, step back in time and experience how locals lived and crafted their daily lives in bygone eras. This tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and local traditions, providing an unforgettable insight into the heart of Oman.

Location
Nizwa Souk
City Center, Close to the fort
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tourist37694210597
Aug 16, 2024
Wonderful Nizwa and Al Hamra tour - The Nizwa & Al Hamra tour was an outstanding experience! Our guide was truly amazing, providing us with fascinating insights and making the tour both and educational. The animal market in Nizwa was a highlight, offering a unique glimpse into the local culture and traditions. We had a great time exploring and capturing some incredible moments, resulting in some amazing photos. This tour was a perfect blend of cultural immersion and scenic beauty, making it a must-do for anyone visiting Oman. Highly recommended!
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B65fupaulop
Apr 9, 2024
It was a great experience for me and my family. - The tour was excellente in particular Nizwa city and fort, the landsapes, the mountains. Misfat al Abriyeen is a wonderful village on slopes of the mountains with a beautiful farm. Our guide / driver was very profissional, excellente. He provided us with a lot of information and good advise. We became good friends during the tour. I will be very happy to work with him when returning to Oman.
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Jagtap_aj
Feb 2, 2024
Fantastic tour of Nizwa and Al Hamra - We did tour of Nizwa and Al Hamra on 2 February.Our guide Mohammed came to pick up us to our hotel at precise time.The vehicle was in excellent condition.First we visited Nizwa animal market which was full of frantic buying and selling of different animals like goats,calves, sheep etc Since it was Friday there was heavy rush and it was difficult to get parking place and move freely.At the same place we visited Dates market, pottery markets and fruit and vegetable markets. Our guide Mohammed showed us all places and gave detailed information of each location. Mr Mohammed was very knowledgeable and helpful guide .We enjoyed visiting Nizwa fort and palace and exhibits displayed there.Our visit to Old Al Hamra was very informative. The ground plus three story old house was very interesting.
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Anastasia_m
Aug 29, 2023
Exceptional tour - The best tour we had in Oman! Jamal is an exceptional tour guide, kind and helpful with a ton of interesting info to tell. We learned a lot, we laught a lot, we saw extraordinary places and we add a beautiful memory in our life. We highly recommend it!
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