This tour starts through the Hajar Mountains to the township of Nizwa, the ancient capital of Oman. At Nizwa you will visit Nizwa Fort and the Traditional Souk. From there you will travel through the deep Wadi Ghul and arrive at Jebel Shams “Mountain of the Sun” the undisputed lord of the mountains. Jebel Shams is the highest peak of the Jebel Al Akhdar Mountain range, soaring 3,000 meters above sea level. It provides spectacular scenery, ancient rock carvings, and remote villages. This is the Grand Canyon of Oman. There will be time to experience some of the breathtaking scenery before continuing to the beautiful old village of Misfah. The village of Misfah is perched on the side of a mountain where narrow ancient stone pathways lead you into the valley below. Lunch will be held in a restaurant, where you can savor local delicacies at the top of the mountain. Afterward, you will explore the ancient labyrinth of the region of Al Hamra before your return trip to Muscat.