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THE UNESCO WORLD LARGEST MUD FORT & OMAN GRANDEST CANYON

BAHLA & JABAL SHAMS
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Duration

9 Hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

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Overview

Oman Grand Canyon tour, PRIVATE 9-hour tour to wander through time in  UNESCO Bahla Fort & Bahla Ancient Souq. Afternoon Jabal Shams tour to (the sun mountain) and walk above the clouds at Oman’s Grand Canyon. The tour starts in Muscat and ends in Muscat.

 

Practical Information & Considerations – Oman Grand Canyon tour

  • This is a private tour; you can book it anytime.
  • 1 day is the deadline to book this tour.
  • Visit sites where you will encounter steps (Bahla Fort), cobbled streets, and uneven ground.
  • Comfortable, conservative clothing, suitable grip footwear, a small backpack, a cap, and sunscreen are suggested.
  • If you have a significant number of people or require any customization for any Oman day trip, please contact us with details.
  • Lunch is included (let us know if anything requires special attention from us about your food).
  • Multi-language guides are available for all our Oman tours at an extra cost. Let us know which language you prefer when you make a booking.
  • We will meet you at your hotel or any location in Muscat. Please advise us if you wish us to book your entire Oman holiday, including your flight, hotel, and airport transfers.
  • Check health and safety protocols.
  • Check Oman weather.

 

Physical Endurance –Oman Grand Canyon tour

  • Many sites are accessed by climbing slopes or steps. All Panorama Travels programs require participants to have a reasonable degree of fitness, enabling 2-3 hours of walking daily.  However, if you have doubts about your ability to manage a program, please ask our travel counselor whether the Oman Grand Canyon Tour suits you.

 

Terms and Conditions 

  1. Full payment is required to reserve the tour.
  2. . If we are unable to provide the necessary services. We will refund you in full using the method you used to make the payment.
  3. If you decide to cancel your booking, the following charges apply:
  • 2 full days before the tour – 100% refund.
  • Less than 2 full days before the tour or no show – 0% refund.

 

Highlights

  • Wander around Bahal ancient Sooq (Market).
  • Discover the pre-Islamic Bahla UNESCO fort.
  • Explore Oman's Grandest Canyon & Jabal Shams (Oman’s highest peak, 3,000m above sea level).

Bulk discount (by Amount)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 2 PAX 2 2 $313.00
2 3 PAX 3 3 $627.00
3 4 PAX 4 4 $941.00
4 5 PAX 5 5 $1,255.00
5 6 PAX 6 6 $1,569.00

Itinerary

08:00 AM TOUR START.

Pick up from any location in Muscat and depart along scenic Muscat/Nizwa Highway at the foothill of the dramatic Hajar mountains.

10:00 AM VISIT BAHLA SOUQ & BAHLA's UNESCO FORT

We began our visit to Bahla visiting the recently restored sooq, which sells homemade ropes, daggers, copper artifacts, pottery, and Omani sweets (halwa). Bahla Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating to the pre-Islamic era, was rebuilt in the 13th and 14th centuries. It was largely rebuilt in the 17th century. The fort’s adobe walls and towers rise 165 feet above its sandstone foundations. Closed for many years, the fort underwent extensive restoration and was re-opened in 2012.

01:00AM LUNCH
02:00 PM VISIT JABAL SHAMS & OMAN GRAND CANYON

The slopes of Jebel Shams cascade down from Oman’s high mountain peaks which are cut into by steep valleys in Oman called Wadis.

The lifestyle here is limited by the availability of water and so Goat herding has been the traditional way of life, and goat hair is used to create woven products, which you can buy as a souvenir.

The great canyon of Wadi Nakhar is often called ‘The Grand Canyon and with a drop of up to 1,000 meters.

05:00 PM END OF TOUR.

Drop off at your place of choice in Muscat.

Included/Excluded

  • Transportation in 4WD.
  • Bahala fort entrance fees.
  • English/Arabic-speaking driver/guide.
  • Lunch.
  • Bottled water & refreshments.
  • All taxes and service charges.
  • Pick up & Drop off.
  • Gratitude.
  • Any expenses that are not particularly mentioned in the inclusion list.

Language

Arabic
English

Tour's Location

BAHLA & JABAL SHAMS

FAQs

Is this a private tour?

Yes, the tour is private for you, your guests, and your companions.

When and where does the tour start?

The tour starts at 09:00 AM from any location of your choice in Muscat and can be customized to start anytime between 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM. Let us know when you make a booking

When and where does the tour end?

The tour ends at 06:00 PM at any place you choose in Muscat.

Do you arrange airport transfers & book hotels?

Yes, contact us by filling out the contact form.

Can you customize this tour to fit our requirements?

The tour is private for your guests & companions. Let us know more about your requirements, and our travel counselors will tailor the best fit for you.

Do you accept credit cards?

Yes, you can pay online.

What is the traveling distance?

About~480 KM

Can travelers on cruise ships or stopover at Muscat Airport book this trip?

Yes, Let us know more about your requirements, and our travel counselors will tailor the best fit for you.

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Oman's Grandest Canyon Tour
Alex M Furber
14/10/2018

Great tour

Panaromic views, and beautiful colours. The mountains are breathtakingly picturesque. Great for photography! And the different heights are something to behold. Thanks for Reem & our fabulous guide Said for the amazing experience.
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