Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Private Tour from Muscat | GidOman

Program "Individual excursion to Nizwa and the mountains of Jebel Akhdar or Jebel Shams"

08:00 - 08:30 | Collection and departure

Our personal guide will pick you up from your hotel in Muscat and take you to the start of your adventure.

08:30 - 10:00 | Moving to Nizwa

Comfortable trip to Nizwa. Upon arrival, your guide will take you around this historic city, explaining its significance in Oman's history.

10:00 - 11:30 | Nizwa Study

Visit the Nizwa Fortress, one of Oman's main historical buildings, and stroll through the old souq, where you can buy traditional Omani products, souvenirs and Omani sweets.

11:30 - 12:00 | Moving to the Oman Across Ages Museum

A short trip to the Oman Across Ages Museum. Learn about Oman's history and culture through fascinating exhibits and interactive exhibitions.

12:00 - 13:00 | Visit to the Oman Across Ages Museum

Explore a museum that highlights Oman's rich historical and cultural heritage. Your guide will provide interesting facts and information, making the visit even more fun.

13:00 - 13:30 | Transfer to the village of Birkat Al Mouz

Short drive to the village of Birkat Al Mouz. Discover this picturesque place, famous for its date groves and ancient irrigation systems.

13:30 - 14:30 | Transfer to the Jebel Akhdar Mountains

A short drive to the Jebel Akhdar mountains. Enjoy breathtaking views and get ready to explore one of Oman's most scenic destinations.

14:30 - 15:30 | Lunch break

15:30 - 16:30 | Exploring the Jebel Akhdar Mountains

Explore stunning mountain scenery, stopping for photos and enjoying views of canyons and gorges. Your guide will tell you about the local flora and fauna, as well as the traditions and life of the hill tribes.

16:30 - 18:30 | Return to Muscat

After an eventful day, we will head back to Muscat. Along the way, you can ask any questions and discuss your impressions with your guide.

18:30 | Arrival at the hotel

Return to your hotel in Muscat. Our guide will say goodbye to you and wish you a pleasant rest after an unforgettable day.

Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar Private Tour from Muscat

Discover the history, culture and mountain landscapes of Oman on a private tour from Muscat to Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar.

This full-day journey combines historic Nizwa, the modern Oman Across Ages Museum, Birkat Al Mouz and the spectacular mountain scenery of Jebel Akhdar.

Discover Historic Nizwa

Your journey takes you to Nizwa, one of Oman’s most important historic cities.

Explore the city’s historic atmosphere and discover its traditional souq, where you can find dates, Omani halwa, spices, pottery, silver jewelry and local products.

Oman Across Ages Museum

The tour continues to Oman Across Ages Museum, one of Oman’s most modern cultural attractions.

Its interactive exhibitions introduce visitors to the history and development of Oman, from ancient civilizations to the modern era.

Birkat Al Mouz

Continue towards Birkat Al Mouz, a historic village located at the foot of the Jebel Akhdar mountains.

The area is known for its traditional architecture, date plantations and historic falaj irrigation system.

Jebel Akhdar Mountains

The journey continues into Jebel Akhdar, one of Oman’s most impressive mountain regions.

Enjoy panoramic viewpoints overlooking deep valleys, dramatic mountain landscapes and traditional agricultural terraces.

The mountain climate is generally cooler than Muscat, so bringing a light jacket can be useful, especially during the cooler months.

Lunch During the Tour

A lunch stop is included during the journey. Lunch with drinks is included according to the tour program.

What’s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Muscat
Private transportation
Personal guide
Entrance fees and permits according to the program
Lunch with drinks
Drinking water and snacks during the tour

What to Bring

Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
Sunscreen
Hat and sunglasses
Light jacket for the mountains
Phone or camera

Important Information

The tour normally takes approximately 8–10 hours. The exact duration may vary depending on traffic, time spent at each stop and local conditions.

The order of attractions may change depending on opening hours and operational conditions.

Transportation suitable for the mountain road is used for the journey to Jebel Akhdar.

Who Is This Tour For?

This private tour is ideal for travelers who want to combine Oman’s history, culture and mountain landscapes in one day from Muscat.

The private format offers a more flexible and comfortable experience with personal attention from your guide.

Book Your Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar Private Tour

Contact GidOman to check available dates and book your private tour from Muscat to Nizwa, Oman Across Ages Museum, Birkat Al Mouz and Jebel Akhdar.

How to work with us

Request on the website

Fill out a simple form on our website with your preferences and contact details. We will contact you shortly to confirm

Discussing the date and details

Our managers will contact you to discuss all the details: date, time, route, and any special requests. We will find the perfect tour for you, taking into account all your preferences.

Payment

After all the details have been agreed upon, you will receive payment instructions. We offer several convenient payment methods for your convenience.

Excursion

On the appointed day, our guide will meet you and lead you on an unforgettable tour filled with vivid impressions and discoveries. Enjoy your journey and leave all the worries to us!

Customer reviews

Oliver

Our tour guide, Jamaal, was AMAZING! The whole trip to Wadi Shab and the sinkhole was fantastic in and of itself but Jamaal made it much more so. Beautiful car, well prepared, super considerate, very knowledgeable about all things Omani, he was one of the BEST tour guides I’ve had in any country for any trip. He knew Wadi Shab like the back of his hand, he navigated us through the labyrinthine chasm as far as we could physically go. I felt bad for tourists who were trying to accomplish the Wadi by themselves / this is clearly not recommended. Jamaal was super safety conscious yet adventurous. He was great about recommending super photo ops. Jamaal- thank you and thanks for meeting us at airport to give us something valuable we had left in car! Awesome- my highest recommendation!!!!

Alice P

What a great day ! It was exactly what we were hoping for : aventure and discovery in family! Given the fact we were with 3 Kids (12 / 10 and 6 years old). The site is stunning of course. We were led by a sportive and passionate guide, Hamood, who shared a lot of the culture and history of his country. The rythm was really good and adapted : no rush, true enjoyement and yet a very full day. Not only a guide, we really felt that Hamood took care of each of us.

Yuliya B

I give a rating of 5 "everything we expected and more. From the moment of meeting at the airport to the moment of landing. The travel guides of this company are professionals in their field.

David

This trip was fantastic. I want sure about this trip but it was a highlight, especially for my teen age son and daughter. I'd recommend it as a day away from normal touring. Note: we were shattered the next day.

Carole H

Went on the full day Wadi Shab Bimmah Sinkhole tour. Pick up direct from hotel was on time, our driver and guide Mahmood was excellent, full of fun and looked after us well. Experience itself well worth it, a great day out if you enjoy a good hike, swimming and fun. The scenery is unreal, the last cave and fountain worth all the effort to get there. Everyone on the trip were so friendly and I enjoyed every minute of it, and to finish off with an Omani meal in a local restaurant and stop off for tea and sweets on the way home. A great day, a great experience always to be remembered. Thank you Mahmood

Laila P

We had a wonderful tour with Aziz, our guide He is knowledgeable, patient, accommodating, cheerful and a proud Omani. All twelve of us in the group were impressed by the cleanliness and development of Muscat, the love of Omanis for their departed Sultan, their pride in their country and the well organized welcome for tourists. GidOman responded to my messages promptly which is great assurance for any traveller booking online. Their vehicle is comfortable and clean and Ilyas arrived punctually. We certainly enjoyed our short but comprehensive visit.

Kristen S

Ilyas stands head and shoulders above any other guide I have ever had in my 40 years global travel. His high level of expertise cannot be overstated. Ilyas fills the tour days and nights with local anecdotal information not written about in books. At the same time, he listens keenly to the responses and tailors the activities, timings and trip details according to the needs and preferences of his clients. He showed me hidden gems and shared information that I am sure other guides are not aware of or not inclined to go the extra mile to share. I am so grateful for his outstanding connections, love of seafood, and genuine heartfelt love and pride of his countrymen. I look forward to staying in touch with him and all the other fantastic people I met in Oman

Daniel

Would definitely recommend this tour. Mahmoud was an amazing guide, very friendly, patient and kind. The views were stunning, definitely worth the hike!😅