From Muscat: Nakhal Fort Day Trip

Name: From Muscat: Nakhal Fort Day Trip
Address: Oman

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Visit the Nakhal Fort, an imposing structure dating back to the pre-Islamic period. Explore the town and surroundings of Rustaq, the former capital of Oman.

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Highlights

Explore some of the most important historical sites in Oman
Tour an ancient fort
Visit beautiful hot springs

Description

Get picked up from your accommodation in Muscat and drive along the magnificent Batinah coastline to Barka before heading south to reach the Oasis of Nakhal. Catch your first sight of the Nakhal Fort, which lies in a group of mountain foothills near an abundant source of water used to irrigate extensive date palm plantations. Visit the Nakhal Fort, built originally by the Sassanids during pre-Islamic times to defend against invading Arab tribes. Tour the present-day fort, which was reconstructed in the 17th century. Then head to Al Thowarah Hot Springs just a few kilometers from Nakhal Fort. Finally, visit another pre-Islamic fort in Rustaq, the former capital of Oman during medieval times. Get dropped off back at your accommodation in Muscat.

Includes

Entrance fees Fuel surcharge Local taxes National Park fees Bottled water Admission ticket Driver/guide Private tour Transport by private vehicle

Important Information

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or who use a wheelchair
On Friday the fort closes at 11:00 AM so it is not always possible to tour the inside in case of a Friday trip .