Cultural Tours in Muscat

Exploring Oman's interior is difficult without hiring a car. Avoid the hassle and concentrate on the sights on this private Nizwa day trip from Muscat. Enjoy the mountain views from your 4x4 on route to Nizwa, and experience the town's fort, souk, and a 'halwa' (sweet) tasting with a guide providing commentary. Visits to Jabrin Fort, the pottery town of Bahla, plus lunch and convenient hotel drop-off cap your day.

Without a hire car, visiting the historical forts of Oman's interior is near-impossible in a day. This private full-day excursion from Muscat makes it easy: whisking you along mountain-framed roads to admire Nizwa, Jabreen, and Bahla Fort without you needing to rent a vehicle or find the way alone. Plus, you get a guide to bring the forts alive and return transport from Muscat hotels or port for extra convenience.

Discover the best of Muscat on this guided, 5-hour tour. Visit the most popular locations in this, the capital and largest metropolitan city of Oman. Visit places like the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Royal Opera House Muscat, Qurum Beach, the Mutrah Fish Market, and much more, including a scenic boat cruise.

Many of Oman's 'wadis' (river gorges) lie near Muscat, but are hard to reach without a rental 4x4 and careful planning. This private full-day tour delivers: taking you to several wadis to enjoy their scenery and pools while ensuring you don't get lost. See Wadi Dayqah Dam or Wadi Al Arbiyeen, and walk and swim at Wadi Shab and Tiwi all as your guide sheds light on rural Omani life.