Domestic

Jebel Akhdar Retreat

Rose terraces, mountain villages, and the forts of Nizwa.

  • Duration3 days
  • Start date3 October 2026
  • End date5 October 2026

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Overview

Jebel Akhdar's high plateau is home to centuries-old rose and pomegranate terraces, stone villages, and cooler mountain air than the coast. This three-day trip starts with Nizwa's fort and souq before heading up the mountain to walk between the terraced villages of Al Ayn and Ash Shirayjah and visit Misfat Al Abriyeen's falaj-fed palm groves.

Daily program

  1. Nizwa to Jebel Akhdar

    Visit Nizwa Fort and the traditional souq, then transfer by 4x4 up the mountain road to the Jebel Akhdar villages.

  2. Rose terraces and viewpoints

    Walking tour through the terraced villages of Al Ayn and Ash Shirayjah, with a stop at Diana's Point and a traditional lunch.

  3. Misfat Al Abriyeen and return

    Morning walk through the falaj-fed palm groves of Misfat Al Abriyeen and a stop at Falaj Daris before returning to Muscat.

What's included

  • 4x4 mountain transport from Nizwa
  • 2 nights mountain lodge accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • Guided village walks
  • Nizwa Fort entrance fee

What's not included

  • Lunches and dinners unless specified
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities

Places you'll visit

  • Nizwa Fort
  • Nizwa Souq
  • Al Ayn Village
  • Diana's Point
  • Misfat Al Abriyeen
  • Falaj Daris