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Nizwa Fort Tour: Explore Oman's Cultural Gems
4.4
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Nizwa
Explore Nizwa’s majestic forts and vibrant souqs, uncover Jabrin’s artistic marvels, and discover Bahla’s ancient pottery on this captivating day tour.
Explore Nizwa’s majestic forts and vibrant souqs, uncover Jabrin’s artistic marvels, and discover Bahla’s ancient pottery on this captivating day tour.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Nizwa Fort Oman - Travel to the historic town of Nizwa, known as Oman’s cultural capital. Explore the stunning Nizwa Fort, featuring its impressive Circular Cannon Tower, making it one of the most remarkable forts in Oman. Stroll through the traditional Nizwa Souq. Next, head to Jabrin Castle, constructed in the 17th century and renowned as one of…
- Nizwa Fort Oman - Travel to the historic town of Nizwa, known as Oman’s cultural capital. Explore the stunning Nizwa Fort, featuring its impressive Circular Cannon Tower, making it one of the most remarkable forts in Oman. Stroll through the traditional Nizwa Souq. Next, head to Jabrin Castle, constructed in the 17th century and renowned as one of the finest of its kind. The castle is distinguished by its exquisite plasterwork, intricately carved doors, and beautifully painted wooden ceiling beams. Afterwards, continue to Bahla, one of the oldest towns in Oman, which served as the capital of the local tribe in the 12th century. The grand fort is now open to the public following extensive restoration. Bahla is also renowned for its pottery, and a visit to a potter’s workshop is included.
What's Included
- Private 08 hours tour with Professional English speaking guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Visit Nizwa Fort and Jabreen Fort, photostop at Bahla
- Visit ancient Nizwa Souq
- Private 08 hours tour with Professional English speaking guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Visit Nizwa Fort and Jabreen Fort, photostop at Bahla
- Visit ancient Nizwa Souq
What's Not Included
- Optional gratuities
- Food and drink, unless specified
- Optional gratuities
- Food and drink, unless specified
Additional Information
Travel to the historic town of Nizwa, known as Oman’s cultural capital. Explore the stunning Nizwa Fort, featuring its grand Circular Cannon Tower, which makes it one of the most remarkable forts in Oman. Stroll through the traditional Nizwa Souq. Next, head to Jabrin Castle, constructed in the 17th century and renowned as one of the finest of its kind….
Travel to the historic town of Nizwa, known as Oman’s cultural capital. Explore the stunning Nizwa Fort, featuring its grand Circular Cannon Tower, which makes it one of the most remarkable forts in Oman. Stroll through the traditional Nizwa Souq. Next, head to Jabrin Castle, constructed in the 17th century and renowned as one of the finest of its kind. The castle’s exquisite plasterwork, intricately carved doors, and painted wooden ceiling beams set it apart. Afterwards, continue to Bahla, one of Oman’s oldest small towns and the 12th-century capital of the local tribe. The monumental fort, now open to the public after extensive restoration, is a highlight. Bahla is also renowned for its pottery, and a visit to a potter’s workshop is included.
- What to Bring: Sunscreen, Steady shoes, Hat Please pay attention to the local customs when taking photographs
- What to Wear: Please ensure you dress respectfully. Knees and shoulders should be covered at all times. Please pay attention to the specified dress code by visiting Sultan Qaboos Mosque from inside.
- This tour involves walking over rough and inclined ground. There are many steps at Nizwa fort, Jabreen Fort.
- This tour is not suitable for those with injuries or conditions, which may not be able to climb the steps or walk through rough and inclined terrain. Pregnant women may not participate
Location
Nizwa Fort Oman
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(12 Ratings)
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Kevin_c
Dec 13, 2019
Review of Private Tour to Nizwa Forts - Picked up from my hotel on time @ 8am. Comfortable car. Very friendly and informative local driver/guide. Itinerary was helpfully slightly flexible, so at times we deviated from the main roads, to get a better experience of local village life. Excellent sights and vistas visited. Nice stop at a small local restaurant in Nizwa for lunch and brief coffee stops on outward & return journeys. Back at hotel at approx. 5pm.
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Mb156111
Dec 18, 2018
Really enjoyed the private tour - Went in mid september 2018 where the tourist season was just starting. It went perfectly from the start of pick up from the hotel to the end being dropped off at the hotel. Went with the wife as part of our honeymoon adventure.
Our tour guide was everything we needed in a tour guide, spoke english really well was very informative at all stages including the travel there and back from Muscat which took about 1 and half hour each way.
The Nizwa fort was amazing, really well established for tourists and easy to navigate so much so that once we got into the forts the tour guide left us to explore it on our own which was definitely the right thing for a couple. We also visited jabreen fort which was very quiet but was still enjoyable. Although if you didn't go in you wouldn't be missing out on too much.
We also went to the souks where he shared the secret of omani halwa!
Overall it was a really nice trip out of Muscat and into the old city of Nizwa and surrounding areas. We were very well looked after and I really would recommend this tour especially to those who don't want to be in a big tour group and want a tour based on your wants. Also it helped us to understand the omani culture and tradition more as we were able to ask a lot of questions to our guide with regards to the Omani way of life etc.
Really would recommend it and Orient Tours too.
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Almir
Apr 5, 2018
excellent tour, Rasheed is very kind... - <p>excellent tour, Rasheed is very kind, friendly and knowledgeable, really enjoyed it</p>
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Bard
Aug 13, 2017
We had an all day guided tour from... - <p>We had an all day guided tour from Muscat to the inland and visited Fort of Niza and small villages in the inland. The Fort was interesting, but even more the impression from small villages outside the city. And the guide was perfect, a good combination of small and more important information and also relaxing/quiet between the highlights.</p>
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Margaret
Feb 13, 2017
We were very pleased with Mr. Rashid... - <p>We were very pleased with Mr. Rashid and Orient Tours for how they handled this excellent tour of Nizwa and Jabrin Forts and surrounding areas. Mr. Rashid gave detailed descriptions of the places we visited, picked great shops for us at the Souks, and was a gentleman throughout the journey.</p>
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John
May 5, 2016
Was better than expected with a very... - <p>Was better than expected with a very good guide who was informative and knew his product</p>
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David
Mar 11, 2016
A safe and pleasant driver taking us... - <p>A safe and pleasant driver taking us through stunning country to the Nizwa Fort. Very interesting, as was a stroll through the nearby souks, checking out the local coffee and Omani sweets. Then onto Jabreen Castle, which we considered even better than Nizwa. It was good being able to look around at our leisure, without being ordered around. We were not hassled, and could take our time, or not, as we chose. Lunch was taken at a roadside cafe. OK, but not particularly elegant. Next time we would take a packed lunch. All in all, a tour to be recommended.</p>
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Murad
Jun 10, 2019
Historical Tour in Muscat - It was worth even though it was on 2nd day of Eid. Many shops were closed. Souk at Nizwa was also closed. Lots of restaurants were also closed. The Guide was expert. He showed some more sites near by Nizwa.
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Alan
Oct 28, 2012
We had a very interesting and... - <p>We had a very interesting and informative day touring the mountainous region of Oman. Our tour guide and driver for the day, Rasheed was excellent and extremely courteous. A great day.</p>
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Jeffrey
Feb 13, 2018
Tour guide was friendly and... - <p>Tour guide was friendly and engaging. He managed the details of the trip well. He was not however very informative about history or culture. Tour would have been better if he had arranged for other persons to join us who could have discussed history and cultural aspects of the sights being seen. At the very least, the guide could have recommended use of audio guidance in the forts.</p>
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