This day trip starts from Muscat to Nizwa at 8.00 am. Nizwa region is a beautiful town which is located in the outskirts of Oman about 180 km away from Muscat. It was the earlier capital of Oman. Then you will be visiting the Nizwa Fort which was constructed in the 17^th century with an exquisite architectural proficiency. The circular main tower is the most attractive architectural part of this fort. Next destination is the Market Place in Nizwa which is popular as ‘Nizwa Souq’. Wonderful traditional items such as Khanjars (daggers), pots, crafts, traditional jewelry, spices, dates and household items are available in the souq. Nizwa souk is also famous for cattle auction in the early morning on Fridays.

After 30 minutes’ drive, you can reach to an attractive abandoned village of Birkat Al Maouz or Birkat Al Mouz. It refers to as the ‘Pool of Bananas’ in English. This name is derived earlier due to the banana plantations thrived there in the past. It is located in the scenic surrounding location between Nizwa and Izki. These remains are more than fifty years old and you can find old structures of the ancient houses with traditional Omani decorations that provide an insight for you to understand the life of the people in Omani Villages. Its home to the ancient Falaj Al Khatmain, an irrigation system which is listed as the site of the UNESCO World heritage. Birkat Al Maouz is located in the foothills of Al Jebel AlAkhdar Region the beautiful green mountains. Date plantations and oasis in this place are the tourists’ favorites.

The winding road over a stretch of 32 km would lead us to the next tourist destination, AL Jebel Alkhdar, also referred to as the ‘green jewel of the Al Hajjar Mountain Ranges’ located 2000 m above the seal level. Driving through the mountain is an exciting and sporty experience by which you can see the lush greenery and experience the cool climate. Way to jebel Akhdar will enable you to see the beautiful fruit orchards with figs, appricots, grapes, plums, almonds and walnuts. Terrace plantations, and natural springs through Aflaj are also

Provide incredible experience to the tourists. AL Jabel Al Akhdar is famous for pomegranates and rose season in the months of March and April. Beautiful landscape, wadis and mountains are the tourist attractions of Saiq and Al Ain villages of this region. This trip ends after a wonderful sightseen, head to Muscat after lunch.

Special Notes –

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It is advisable to pick up early morning for the cattle auction. It is advisable wearing light comfortable clothing and walking shoes and carry warm clothing for the mountain top.

Above tour is based on 4wd vehicle. Supplement is applicable if there are more passengers. (4 Pax maximum in one 4wd). (for more number of passengers up on enquiry).