Day 01
Full-Day Nizwa, Birkat Al Mouze and Jebel Akhdar
- At 08:30 am, depart Muscat for Nizwa, Oman's old capital. The drive takes around one and a half hours.
- Upon arrival in Nizwa, begin at Nizwa Souq, the site of one of the oldest souqs in the country. This extensive marketplace is mainly dedicated to fruit and vegetables, meat, and fish, all housed in separate blocks.
- Then visit the famous Nizwa Fortress. Today, the fort is a museum showcasing its history and the surrounding area. As you walk through the fortress, enjoy amazing views of the ancient town and the nearby mountains. This impressive stronghold once served as a military base built to withstand some of the hardest attacks and sieges.
- After that, drive to the mountain gate at Birkat Al Mouze, located at the foothills of Jabal Akhdar. Everyone heading to Jabal Akhdar passes through this point.
- Within this village is the Irrigation System of Al Kattmyn, one of the five irrigation systems listed as UNESCO heritage. From there, continue up to Jebel Akhdar. Also known as the Green Mountain, Jebel Akhdar is home to many fruit plantations and rose gardens. Take time to walk through the hills and cherish the valley views.
- Then continue to Jebel Akhdar, part of the Al Hajar Mountains range in the Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate of Oman. It rises to a height of 2,600 m above sea level.
