Best Of Dubai & Mauritius Tour

Welcome to the island nation of the "Republic of Mauritius". On arrival our local representative will gladly escort you to your vehicle & onto your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to soak in the beautiful & serene surroundings on your own. Later enjoy dinner in the hotel.

After breakfast you will be taken for a full day city tour including entrance to the famous Pamplemousses Garden, one of the most visited attractions in Mauritius famous for its long pond of giant water lilies. It was opened as a private garden by the French Governor of Mauritius nearly 300 years ago & is the oldest Botanical Garden in the Southern Hemisphere. Packed lunch will be served today. Later enjoy dinner in the hotel.

Today after breakfast you will be taken for a full day South Mauritius excursion. You will visit the Troux Aux Cerf, a huge natural volcanic crate & view the enchanting surroundings of the grand basin, a sacred lake hidden in the island mountain. Last but not the least get enthralled by the magnificence of the Chameral falls & the 7 coloured earths of Chamarel. The earths are particularly unusual, being created by the volcanic rocks that are cooled at different temperatures. Packed lunch will be served. Later enjoy dinner in the hotel.

After breakfast, treat yourself to a memorable day which will be the highlight of your holiday in Mauritius - enjoy a full day tour of Ile Aux Cerfs with a short boat trip to the fabulous virgin island located on the east coast of Mauritius. Here you can experience an array of water sports (at own cost) such as parasailing, speedboat etc. Packed lunch will be served. Later enjoy dinner in the hotel.

After breakfast today, check out at 1200 hrs. Say good-bye to Mauritius as you are transferred to the airport to board an afternoon flight that whisks you away to the Desert City - "Dubai". To start with Dubai boasts of superb infrastructure, beautiful contrasts & breathtaking surprises. On arrival at the airport you will be met by our representatives & transferred to your hotel.

After breakfast today, proceed for a City tour of Dubai including a visit to Jumeira Mosque, old Arabian houses, Al Fahidi fort, an abra (water taxi) etc. Visit the gold souk & see the large variety of gold sold at really reasonable price. End the tour with a visit to the spice souk. Enjoy lunch at the finish of the city tour. The afternoon is free to catch up on some shopping or take an optional visit to the Burj Khalifa, the most elegant gem in Dubai's crown. It is the tallest man-made structure in the world, standing at 829.8 m (2,722 ft). Apart from that it also has a series of other records to its credit including that of the World's highest Observation Deck (148th floor) & the World's second highest swimming pool (76th floor). Outside the enigmatic structure a fountain system illuminated by 6,600 lights and 50 coloured projectors, 275 m (902 ft) long shoots water 150 m (490 ft) into the air, accompanied by a range of classical to contemporary Arabic and world music. On 26 October 2008, based on results of a naming contest the fountain was called the Dubai Fountain Later in the evening you will be transferred to enjoy a fabulous evening in the Dhow cruise. Cruising down Dubai creek is a novel experience, one which you cannot miss when in Dubai. Dividing the charming 'city of lights' into two commercial districts, Dubai Creek epitomizes the city's personality. Here, the magnificent sophistication of the 21st century walks hand in hand with the simplicity of a bygone era. Hop aboard and enjoy an unforgettable evening, where the height of opulence combines with a heart warming sense of Bedouin tradition as we glide down the shimmering creek on our authentic wooden Dhow. A sumptuous spread for dinner awaits you later.

The morning is at leisure to savour the sights & sounds of this beautiful city on your own. Later in the afternoon proceed for Desert Safari. If desert sounds drab & uneventful then the Dubai Desert Safari may make you reconsider your description. Experience the rapture of an exhilarating roller coaster ride as you are driven across the tranquil red sand dunes of Arabia leaving you captivated. En route we stop for a breathtaking view of the picturesque sunset giving you an opportunity to enjoy the serenity of the timeless desert. Proceed to a Bedouin camp practically in the middle of nowhere where the ancient Bedouin hospitality awaits you. Explore the Bedouin Lifestyle by watching the Bedouins cook the traditional food for you. Dress yourself in the traditional Arabic costume, experience a short camel ride, have your hands or legs decorated with exquisite henna designs or just relax in the camp an enjoy the serene atmosphere. Sumptuous feast with Arabic appetizers, grilled meat, fresh salads will be served followed by delicious Arabic sweets and selected beverages. Get ready to be mesmerized as the Belly Dancer sways you on the pulsating Arabic music under the star lit sky.

Today after breakfast, the rest of the day is at leisure. Check out at 1200 hrs. Later you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.