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Day Trips from Muscat

Our pick: Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Day Trip: Fort, Souk & Green Mountain — US$ 194 (8h, 4.99★ · 344). Best value: Wadi Shab & Bimmah Sinkhole Day Trip with Swim & Lunch — US$ 70 (8h, 4.88★ · 258).

4.9 5 experiences from US$ 70 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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✓ 2026-09-28
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Wadi Shab & Bimmah Sinkhole Day Trip with Swim & LunchBest valueUS$ 70 p.p.
US$ 70
8h4.88★ · 258free—
Nizwa & Jabel Akhder: Fort, Souq & Saiq Plateau Day TripUS$ 189 p.p.
US$ 189
8h–9h4.88★ · 224free—
Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Day Trip: Fort, Souk & Green MountainOur pickUS$ 194 p.p.
US$ 194
8h4.99★ · 344free+US$ 14 on site
Nizwa Fort, Souq & Jebel Akhdar: Private Day Trip PickupTop ratedUS$ 199 p.p.
US$ 199
8h5.00★ · 104free+US$ 13 on site
Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar & Souk: Private Day Trip from MuscatUS$ 215 p.p.
US$ 215
8h–9h4.99★ · 123free—

Real price per person across the 5 options: US$ 70–US$ 215 (median US$ 194). With an extra fee to pay on site: 2 of 5.

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Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Day Trip: Fort, Souk & Green Mountain
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Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Day Trip: Fort, Souk & Green Mountain★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (344)8hYou’ll feel Oman’s past come alive at Nizwa Fort before wandering its bustling souk, then cool off in mountain air high atop Jebel Akhdar. Expect small moments: cold water over your hands at Birkat al Mouz, laughter with your guide, views that linger long after you’re back in Muscat.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −52%fromUS$ 194View ›
Wadi Shab & Bimmah Sinkhole Day Trip with Swim & Lunch
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Wadi Shab & Bimmah Sinkhole Day Trip with Swim & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (258)8hYou’ll hike through Wadi Shab’s canyon with a local guide, swim into hidden caves lit by sunlight, share lunch at a small café (lemon-mint is a must), and end your day gazing into Bimmah Sinkhole’s unreal blue water. Expect laughter, quiet moments, and stories you’ll want to retell.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 70View ›
Nizwa & Jabel Akhder: Fort, Souq & Saiq Plateau Day Trip
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Nizwa & Jabel Akhder: Fort, Souq & Saiq Plateau Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (224)8h–9hYou get picked up from your Muscat hotel and spend the day moving through three distinct landscapes: the silver souq and 1650s fort in Nizwa, the oasis gardens of Birkat Al Mouz, and the cooler mountain village of Saiq Plateau at 2,000 meters. Your guide handles the driving and the history, lunch is included, and you're back in the city by evening without arranging transport or timing any of it yourself.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Nizwa's fort and souq plus the mountain landscape of Saiq Plateau in one day without renting a car or navigating the Hajar Mountains yourself — the fixed itinerary and included guide handle all the logistics and history, leaving you to move through the three stops at a pace that works.Free cancellationKids −49%fromUS$ 189View ›
Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar & Souk: Private Day Trip from Muscat
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Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar & Souk: Private Day Trip from Muscat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (123)8h–9hYou’ll climb ancient stairs at Nizwa Fort, sip spiced coffee in the bustling souk, wander among date palms at Birkat al Mouz, and feel cool mountain air up on Jebel Akhdar—all with an Omani guide and easy pickup from Muscat. Expect laughter, local stories, and moments that stay with you long after you’re home.Free cancellationKids −100%fromUS$ 215View ›
Nizwa Fort, Souq & Jebel Akhdar: Private Day Trip Pickup
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Nizwa Fort, Souq & Jebel Akhdar: Private Day Trip Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (104)8hYou’ll start early from Muscat, winding through desert roads toward Nizwa’s ancient fort before wandering its lively souq with your guide. Taste fresh fruit, touch centuries-old stones at Birkat Al Mouz ruins, then climb into cool mountain air on Jebel Akhdar. Expect laughter, small surprises, and views you might not forget soon.Free cancellationKids −58%fromUS$ 199View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Day Trip: Fort, Souk & Green Mountain is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.99 out of 5 across 344 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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