Al Hamra Old Village

The old quarter of Al Hamra is a village of tall mud-brick houses stepping down to the palm groves, with the Hajar mountains behind. Issam walks you through its lanes, and on request takes you up to Misfat Al Abriyeen nearby.

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Duration

A day, agreed when you book

Distance

About 450 km round trip from Muscat

Best time

All year

Group

Private, 1 to 45 travelers

Difficulty

Moderate, some walking

Price

From USD 200

Depends on group size, vehicle and language

The route

A typical route. Every tour is customizable, so Issam shapes the stops around you.

1
Al Hamra old village
Mud-brick houses several storeys high, above the palm groves.
2
Bait Al Safah
A restored house that shows village life as it was.
3
Misfat Al Abriyeen
On request: a mountainside village with terraces and a falaj.

1Al Hamra old village2Bait Al Safah3Misfat Al Abriyeen

Sentinel-2 cloudless by EOX (modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2016), CC BY 4.0. Roads © OpenStreetMap

Included

Private guide in your language
Pickup and drop-off wherever you stay
Details agreed when you book

Not included

Anything not agreed in your plan

Tell me where you want to go

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Questions

Before you message

How much does a private tour cost?

Tours start at USD 200. The final price depends on the tour, on whether you need a car or a bus, and on the language. Send your dates and group size on WhatsApp for a quote.

Where do you pick us up?

Wherever you are staying. Issam picks up anywhere.

How long are the tours?

Muscat is a half day (8:00 to 12:00) or a full day (8:00 to 15:00). Wadi Shab takes about 6 hours, Nizwa and the Wahiba Sands about 8. Tours can be combined into a trip of several days.

Which languages do you guide in?

Twelve: Arabic, English, German, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, Portuguese, Catalan, Chinese, Hindi and Balochi. One tour can mix two languages, so mixed groups are welcome.

How big can the group be?

Every tour is private, for 1 to 45 travelers. Small groups travel by car and larger groups by bus.

How do we book and pay?

Message on WhatsApp or send the request form. A deposit confirms your date. You can pay by card, cash, online, or by bank transfer as long as the money arrives before the tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

There is no refund after confirmation, unless the tour cannot be delivered because of a failure on our side. If bad weather or a flooded wadi stops a tour, you get an alternative, or a refund if there is none.

How far ahead should we book?

Booking is flexible. Message as early as you can, and last-minute requests are welcome too.

Can you help us book hotels?

Yes.

Does it rain in Oman?

Yes, it does. If the weather closes a route, Issam plans an alternative.

Can we pay by card in Oman?

In most places, yes. Taxis are the exception, so carry some cash.