Stop 1 (optional): The Amouage Perfume Manufacture and Visitor’s Centre
Amouage Factory offers a fascinating insight into the intricate art of perfume making, showcasing the entire process from the selection of raw materials to the blending and bottling of the final products. Visitors can witness skilled artisans at work, learn about the history and tradition of Omani perfumery, and experience the exquisite scents that have made Amouage a symbol of luxury and sophistication.
Stop 2: Nizwa Souq
Vibrant marketplace in the heart of Nizwa
Diverse range of traditional Omani products
Dates Market and livestock auctions for a unique experience
Opens in the morning, offering a cultural and shopping experience
Stop 3: Nizwa Fortress
Built in 1650s by Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Ya'rubi
Admin centre during peace and conflict, symbolising Oman's history
Defence against invaders, took 12 years to complete
Above underground stream with strategic location
Stop 4: Birkat Al Mouz
Birkat Al Mouz, Oman, is renowned for its traditional mud brick houses, ancient falaj irrigation system, date palm plantations, and historic Al Ayn Fort. The village's architecture and falaj reflect Omani heritage and engineering ingenuity, while date palm plantations showcase local agriculture.
Stop 5: Jabal Akhdar
Jebel Akhdar, is a notable mountain range in Oman's Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, part of the Al Hajar Mountains. Rising to 2,980 metres, it includes the scenic Saiq Plateau at 2,000 metres above sea level, offering a cool retreat and stunning landscapes.