In Al Aqr, in Nizwa, you will travel around an old village in a quiet, classic-looking echo cart. The moving cart is comfortable and open, so you’ll feel as if you are being carried back into the past. Along the way you will pass through what feels like an open-air museum, seated close to the real old life of Oman.
The tour explores the heritage village, historical ruins, the old irrigation system and traditional mud houses. A guide will explain architectural details of the mud houses and point out features of local construction. The experience is educational, interactive and suitable for all ages. Visitors will also see aspects of daily social life and customary living styles typical of some of the country’s more conservative communities.
Why visit
- Local tour guide with architectural insights on traditional mud houses
- Open echo cart transport through Al Aqr heritage streets
- Family-friendly route suitable for all ages and interactive
- Close-up views of heritage village irrigation system and historical ruins
- Educational commentary on traditional customs and conservative daily life
What's included
- Private transfer
What's not included
- Coffee and/or tea
Accessibility
- Transport is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible to pushchairs/prams
- Service animals welcome
- Public transport links nearby
- Infants must sit on an adult's lap
Tour available in your selected language


Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You need to be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.