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Private Friday Cattle Market-Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar-Full-Day Tour 20% OFF

Location Oman
Location Muscat, Oman
$304
$380
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Nizwa Goat Market offers a lively glimpse into traditional Omani culture every Friday morning in the historic city of Nizwa. This vibrant event serves as a bustling hub for local villagers to buy, sell, and barter livestock, creating a unique market atmosphere that reflects centuries of heritage.

  • 🐐 Early morning departure at 5:30 AM from Muscat for a full day of exploration.
  • 🚗 Private transportation in a comfortable 4X4 vehicle ensures a smooth journey.
  • 🐑 Visit the lively Nizwa Goat Market, where farmers and traders gather to barter livestock, including goats, sheep, and cows.
  • 🏺 Explore the Nizwa Souq, a local marketplace bustling with a variety of goods like jewelry, pottery, fish, and meats.
  • 🏰 Discover Nizwa Fort, a historic fortress that showcases the area's rich history and offers stunning views of the ancient town and mountains.
  • 🏜️ Visit the ruins of Birkat Al Mouz, an old village at the foot of Jebel Akhdar, steeped in history and charm.
  • 💧 Experience the UNESCO-listed Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman, showcasing ancient irrigation practices still in use today.
  • 🌄 Ascend to Jebel Akhdar, known as the Green Mountain, home to lush fruit plantations and breathtaking valley views.
  • 👑 Stop at Dianna's Viewpoint, famed for its panoramic views and royal connection, providing a memorable photo opportunity.
  • 🍽️ Lunch is included, allowing you to savor local flavors during your journey.

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Private Friday Cattle Market-Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar-Full-Day Tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

  • Transportation: 4X4 Vehicle
  • Pick - Up and drop off around Muscat area
  • Fuel
  • Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
  • Water
  • Nizwa Fort Ticket: 5 OMR /
  • Lunch

Meeting point
If Pick - Up Point is in the Hotel: Our tour guide will be waiting for in the lobby of your hotel. If the Pick up Point is at the Airport: Our tour guide will be waiting for you at the arrival area handling the signing board with your name and company logo printed.
Return details
If Pick - Up Point is in the Hotel: Our tour guide will be waiting for in the lobby of your hotel. If the Pick up Point is at the Airport: Our tour guide will be waiting for you at the arrival area handling the signing board with your name and company logo printed.

  • Nizwa
    We depart early Morning at 5:30 AM, we drive towards Nizwa we first visit the Friday Cattle Market. Friday sees the ancient Omani capital of Nizwa come to life for the weekly livestock market where farmers and traders arrive from as far afield as Salalah with their animals to barter and trade at one of the finest traditional markets in the Middle East. See a Middle Eastern market operating in much the same way it might have done for centuries, with sheep, goats and cattle all traded alongside local honey and dates.
  • Nizwa Souq
    Next is the large Nizwa Souq, a local marketplace that offers a variety of goods including jewelry, pottery, fish, and meats.
  • Nizwa Fort Oman
    The next we will visit to the famous Nizwa Fortress. The fort is a museum that showcases the history of the fort and surrounding area. Walking through the fortress you get to see amazing views of the ancient town and the nearby mountains. This impressive fortress was a base used in the military to hold off the hardest attacks and sieges.
  • Birkat Al Mouz Ruins
    The list goes on! After, we drive to the foot of Jebel Akhdar, an old village called Birkat Al Mauz,
  • Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman
    Then after visit the Irrigation System of Al Kattmyn, one of the 5 irrigation system heritage by UNESCO.
  • Jebel Akhdar
    From there we go up to Jebel Akhdar. Also known as the Green Mountain, Jebel Akhdar houses many fruit plantations and rose gardens. Take the time to walk through the hills and cherish the valley views. There is a lot Jebel Akhdar has to offer.
  • Jebel Akhdar
    Then next is Dianna's Viewpoint, the rim of the cliff here, with its celebrated panoramic view of the farmed terraces below, has a royal connection. Diana, Princess of Wales, enjoyed this spot on a royal visit to Oman with the future British king in 1986. The tourist office receives numerous enquiries about the location, a point not lost on two neighboring hotels that both encircle a potential viewpoint. They may be capitalizing on Diana's memory, but this doesn't detract from the spectacular vista. then drive back to Muscat.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Private Friday Cattle Market-Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar-Full-Day Tour 20% OFF

    Location Oman
    Location Muscat, Oman
    $304
    $380
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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