Nakhal Fort, Hot Spring, and more (Full Day Tour)
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This fortress lies in the foothills of the mountains, in a nice small village that grows extensive date palm plantations. You can stroll around the inside of this restored fortress and visit all the rooms which have been nicely decorated in the original old style. The view from the top of the fortress over the mountains and green date plantations is outstanding. After the Fortress, we drive back to Muscat.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
This fortress lies in the foothills of the mountains, in a nice small village that grows extensive date palm plantations. This magnificent 350 years old fortress rises out of the mountain rock, towering high above the ancient village as if still warning would-be attackers of its ominous strength It has witnessed many battles and is packed full of hidden escape routes and secret passages.
"We take you to the hot spring, Ayn Al Thowarah, where the guests can dip their legs into the natural hot spring where fishes will welcome them to heal."
"At the season, guests can enjoy the scenery with Apricot flowers, which would be usually in Mid. February, other time they still can enjoy the stunning view on the mountain." Total duration includes return transportation.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- At a hotel lobby where the guests stay
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Lifetime Tours Oman
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Muscat
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 421 day trips we list in Muscat.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 245 of 421.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Muscat
Muscat, Oman's capital, stretches between rugged mountains and the Gulf of Oman, with a grand mosque, old forts, souks and a graceful corniche.
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the city's showpiece, with a vast prayer hall, an enormous hand-woven carpet and a crystal chandelier, set among marble courtyards. In old Muscat, the colourful Al Alam Palace is flanked by the Portuguese-era forts of Jalali and Mirani, perched on rocks above the harbour.
Top-ranked sights in Muscat: Wahiba Sands (Sharqiyah Sands), Wadi Bani Khalid, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
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