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Bianca's half-day tour brings you both the beauty and enchantment of modern-day Mauritius. Visit Pamplemousses and its giant water lilies, wander the streets of the capital Port Louis with its colonial buildings. Enjoy duty-free shopping at Miraj and Le Caudan and finish off with a visit to the historic Blue Penny Stamp Museum!
NB: This tour is a half-day excursion and can be tailormade to your preferences.
Contact us to plan your tailormade trip!
- Giant water lilies at Botanical Gardens
- Explore Port Louis, capital of Mauritius
- Duty-free shopping at Miraj & Le Caudan
- Check out the historic Blue Penny Museum
You will be picked up from the hotel of your choice and transferred to
Pamplemousses, the botanical gardens famous for its massive water hyacinth, one of Mauritius' attractions. Then you head to
Port Louis, the capital and principal port on the west coast of the island. A charming town with French colonial buildings, an Anglican and Catholic cathredal and colourful streets, Port Louis really does ooze character! Barter with the locals at the bustling market for Creole delicacies and souvenirs.
Shopping fanatics will be delighted with the visit to
Miraj, where goods can be purchased at duty-free rates.
Le Caudan Waterfront is also a haven for shoppers, with a variety of franchises and stalls selling souvenirs and local crafts. Round off your sightseeing tour at the
Blue Penny Stamp Museum, with a collection that includes the 1847 Blue Penny and Red Penny stamps, famously purchased for €600,000 by a Mauritian consortium. Only 240 of these stamps were issued in 1847 with the engraving 'Post Office' not 'Post Paid'.
You will be transferred back to your hotel in time for lunch, and an afternoon relaxing on the beautiful beach.
NB: This tour is a half-day excursion and can be tailormade to your preferences.
Contact us to plan your tailormade trip!
