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Nizwa Bahla and Jabrin Fort

Muscat, Oman

7 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Two of Oman’s best-preserved forts—Nizwa and Jabreen—are within day-trip distance of Muscat, but difficult to visit alone without a hire car. Make the most of these historical treasures with this private full-day excursion from Oman's capital. Trace the Hajar Mountains by 4x4 to Nizwa, visit its fort and souk, and then explore Jabreen and the pottery town of Bahla with a guide on hand to share their history.

Visit Nizwa and Jabreen forts on a private day trip from Muscat
Get to the forts and their surrounds by private 4x4, with no travel worries
Hear the full story on the forts, and towns of Nizwa and Bahla, from a guide
Includes entry fees and hotel, port, or airport transfers, with lunch as extra

What's Included

Fuel surcharge
Local taxes
National Park fees
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Round-trip private transfer
Transport by private vehicle (Maximum capacity : Salon Car 3 seats / 4 X4 vehicles 6 seats

Gratuities
Lunch
Extra supplement to Nizwa fort 15 $ per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

As it is Private trip , Pick up time is flexible . Recommended to be before 9:00 AM Pick up from any spot in Muscat

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

01/01/2026 - 12/31/2026

Itinerary

Oman Day Tours (Pass By)

Nizwa Fort Oman (Pass By)

Nizwa Souq

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Bahla Fort

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Jibreen Castle

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide with Extra charge
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Infant seats available
Forts close at 11:00 at Friday , so it is not always guarantee on Friday bookings to visit the fort from inside .
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate