Private Jebel Shams Overnight - 2 Days & 1 Night Tours
Private Jebel Shams Overnight - 2 Days & 1 Night Tours
Jebel Shams is the highest mountain in Oman. Its name is popularly given to the whole area. The narrow and deep gorge is one of the top places to visit in Oman, often called the Arabian Grand Canyon.It is difficult to capture how impressive it is, but below is my guide to help you plan your visit: road, views and the Balcony walk.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Birkat Al Mouz Ruins
We will continue our way to the old village of Birkat Al Mouz. This village runs up the side of a small mountain that is home to its own oasis containing gorgeous plantations of banana trees and various data palms. You can see the one of a kind irrigation system in Oman known as Aini, Dawoodi, and Ghaily.
1 hourNizwa Souk
We will move on to the city of Nizwa. The old capital of Oman, Nizwa is the home of the famous souk markets. We will stop here for a chance to browse and purchase various souvenirs such as Omani silver crafts and other handmade items.
1 hourNizwa Fort Oman
We will pay a visit to the Nizwa fort for a cost of 5 Omani rial. This fortress was built by Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya'rubi and remains to be the biggest fort in Oman. After, we will visit the old village Al Hamra, a 400-year-old town in north eastern Oman.
1 hourAl 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.
1 hourMisfah al Abriyyin
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.
30 minutesJebel Shams
Day 2: Bahla Fort - Jabreen Castle - Muscat
1 hourBahla Fort
Bahla Fort is one of four historic fortresses situated at the foot of the Jebel Akhdar highlands in Oman and the country's only UNESCO-listed fort added in 1987. The fort underwent massive restoration efforts and reopened in 2012. However, the complex lacks in visitor information.
1 hourJibreen Castle
No accommodation included on this day.
1 hourIncluded
- Bottled Water during the tour
- Pick-up and drop-off to the hotel/port/airport (Muscat Area)
- Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
- 4WD Vehicle / Comfortable
- Entrance Fees
- Room: Single Standard Room for 1 PAX
- Room: Standard Double Room for 2 PAX
- Room: Standard Double Room + Extra Bed for 3 PAX
- Room: 2 Standard Double Room for 4 PAX
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- 1x Dinner
- 1x Breakfast
- Entry/Admission - Jibreen Castle
- Entry/Admission - Nizwa Fort Oman
- Entry/Admission - Bahla Fort
Not Included
- Lunch
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.