Port Louis

Explore the island nation of Mauritius, a tropical oasis known for its gorgeous beaches, botanical gardens, bird sanctuaries and engaging cities such as Port Louis, all of which you will experience.

HINWEIS: This is an extensive 4-day program that covers a lot of ground both on foot and by luxury coach. There is a lot of driving involved. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties due to the amount of walking, steps and uneven ground.

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Upon disembarkation from your ship, board your coach for a visit to capital city of Port Louis and its surroundings.

The first stop will be at Port Louis’ rightly famous central market, the center of the local economy since Victorian times, is a good place to get a feel for the everyday life of many locals. Watch the hawkers at work and buy some souvenirs. Most authentic are the wonderful fruit and vegetable sections (including herbal medicines and aphrodisiacs).

Enjoy a fascinating cross-section of Mauritian life with a stop at the Caudan Waterfront, one of the oldest malls built in Mauritius. Located on the docks of Port-Louis, it includes many high-end boutiques, duty-free shops, food court and artisanal stalls amongst others.

Contemplate two of the rarest stamps in the world at the Blue Penny Museum - the red one penny and the blue two-pence stamps which were issued in 1847. The museum also boasts a precious heritage collection about the rich history of the island.

Proceed next to La Citadelle perched at 240 ft. above sea level. Also known as Fort Adelaide, this colonial fortress has fulfilled the strategic purpose of guarding the harbor against enemy attacks and fires. Now, it is a major attraction in Port Louis where you will have a magnificent view over the Capital city.

Drive next to the foot of the signal mountain for a photo stop at the Marie Reine de La Paix. This open-air church is where the Pope John Paul II officiated his first Mass during his visit to the island in 1989. The pope Francis also presided a mass at this emblematic site during his visit on 09th September 2019. This Monument was inaugurated on the Feast of the Assumption in 1940.

The last stop will be at Bagatelle, a region that has known a major urban development in the recent years. Its central location, and excellent road network make it a strategic location that has already attracted major brands and global organizations like Peugeot, Bosch, Jaguar, Land Rover, Hyundai, Volvo, Decathlon and the American Embassy. You will have lunch at one of the best restaurants of the area before allowing some time to stroll at the Bagatelle Mall, the leading shopping and retail destination in Mauritius.

You will then be transferred to your hotel located in the North of Mauritius. Dinner will be served at the hotel’s main restaurant this evening.

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Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then meet your guide in the lobby to begin your sightseeing tour of the north of the island. North Mauritius is famous for its white-sand beaches, lively villages, shopping malls, historical sites and heritage.

Leaving the hotel, you will travel to the seaside village of Grand Baie. The resort village is the most popular holiday destination in Mauritius and offers a large choice of fashion and crafts in the traditional local shops, some operating for almost 50 years, alongside modern shopping centers and worldwide brand shops. You will have a guided visit and some free time to look for souvenirs.

Proceed next to the Notre Dame Auxiliatrice Church famous for its lovely red roof in the village of Grand Gaube. Ideally situated at the very northern point of Mauritius, overlooking the Coin de Mire islet, it offers a picturesque background for worthy snapshots.

Your next destination will be the Domaine de Labourdonnais. a privately owned 540 hectares Estate, which was founded in 1774 and recently opened to the public. The main mansion, Château de Labourdonnais, surrounded its beautiful orchards, was built between 1856 and 1859 by Christian Wiehe where himself and his descendants lived until recently. Christian Wiehe was an influential figure in Mauritius in the 19th century.

Today, the Estate has further diversified its activities offering products and services such as; fruit transformed products, leisure and events activities, real estate services, distillation of rum and much more.

Continue the day at the charming restaurant Le Fangourin, amidst the garden of the old Beau plan sugar estate, to enjoy a meal which is inspired from unique flavors while maintaining a rich Mauritian culinary heritage. Visit the L'Aveture du Sucre Museum a few meters away. It is housed in a former sugar factory where most of the original machinery has been preserved. Following your tour, you'll have the opportunity to sample different sugars and rums.

Your last visit will be at the Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens. A must for any visitor, this garden was created by French naturalist Pierre Poivre in 1767. Often called the “Jewel in the Crown”, the garden is known by world botanists for its 500 rare plant species from all over the world.

The most famous are the giant Victoria Regina water lilies and the 80 varieties of palm trees, including the talipot, said to flower once every 60 years and then die. Today the garden houses the “samadhi” (funeral shrine) of the Father of the Nation, Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam.

Return to your hotel where you will have some free time before dinner in the main restaurant of your hotel.

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The next day enjoy breakfast at your hotel and board your coach for the drive to the south. Explore some of the best scenic highlights during this full day tour in the South of Mauritius. This region is the most preserved part of the island with its sandy coves, basalt cliffs, hidden falls, and hundreds of miles of sugar cane fields and dense forests.

Boarding your coach at your hotel, it's a 60-minute scenic drive to the Casela World of Adventures. This beautiful reserve and bird sanctuary of some 25 acres is situated in the west part of the island. Almost 1500 birds of 150 different species are housed in some 90 aviaries, including the Mauritian Pink Pigeon, one of the rarest birds in the world. Casela also houses a variety of animals, such as lions, tigers, monkeys, giraffes, pigmy hippos, lemurs, deer, giant tortoises, Llamas, zebras, ostriches, cassowaries, axis and emus. Its natural setting, spacious layout, and luxuriant green vegetation have made it a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

Your drive continues further down towards the forest reserve of Plaine-Champagne where you will reach a local restaurant with a breathtaking view over the coastline for lunch.

Traveling along through thick Chinese Guava groves, your route next takes you to discover the magnificent Chamarel waterfall which emerges from the moors on the way down to view the unique seven-colored earths of Chamarel. These unusual mounds of undulating land that stretch in contrasting rainbow-colored layers of earth are believed to be the result of weathering and volcanic origin.

A few meters away is The Rhumerie de Chamarel. Set in a charming chalet, exhibiting tropical and traditional vibes, this distillery will have you learn all you need to know about Rum making. From the growing, harvest, fermentation to the sophisticated distilling process of this eco-friendly agricultural rum. The visit will end with a tasting of 6 rums (classic, double distilled, premium gold, coconut, vanilla, coffee, etc.)

Your return journey takes you down a winding road that unveils the West coast. You will have a final photo stop a Le Morne view point offering a panoramic view over the Benitiers Island and Le Morne Brabant.

Before reaching your hotel, your route will pass the fishing villages and the famous salt pans of Black River.

Back at your hotel you will have some free time before dinner at your hotel’s main restaurant.

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Genießen Sie ein Frühstück in Ihrem Hotel. Check out is 12:00 Uhr (noon).

You will be transferred to the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) International Airport per your flight schedule.

Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with late flights.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt:

• Hinweis: Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. Die angegebenen Programmzeiten sind nur Richtwerte und dienen an dieser Stelle nur Informationszwecken. Änderungen vorbehalten.

• Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details (zu diesem Zeitpunkt) werden ausgestellt, wenn Sie Ihre endgültigen Kreuzfahrtunterlagen 21 Tage vor der Kreuzfahrt per E-Mail erhalten. Endgültige Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details erhalten Sie vom Destination Services Team an Bord des Schiffs. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

• Die Hotels, die in Ihrem Landprogramm enthalten sind, entsprechen den Hotels in diesem Dokument, falls Sie vor Beginn des Landprogramms keine anderen Informationen erhalten haben.

• Sollten Gäste vor dem letzten Tag des Programms abreisen, ist der Transfer nicht inbegriffen.

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09:00 Uhr Disembark from the ship in Port Louis and proceed into the Capital city

09:15 Uhr Visit of the Port Louis central market

09:45 Uhr Visit of the Caudan Waterfront Esplanade

10:30 Uhr Visit of the Blue Penny Museum

11:15 Uhr Photo stop at the Citadelle Fort

11:45 Uhr Photo stop at the Marie Reine de la Paix

12:15 Uhr Lunch at the Flying Dodo or the Mok’Z restaurants in Bagatelle – or similar venues

13:30 Uhr Free time at the Bagatelle Mall

14:15 Uhr Depart for the Hotel

14:45 Uhr Arrive at your hotel for check in

19:30 Uhr Abendessen im Hotel

Overnight at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel

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07:30 Uhr Full English breakfast in the main restaurant at the hotel

08:30 Uhr Depart for the village of Grand Baie

09:00 Uhr Guided walk through the center of Grand Baie followed by free time

10:00 Uhr Orientation drive to the village of Cap Malheureux

10:30 Uhr Photo stop at the Red Roof Church

10:50 Uhr Drive to the village of Labourdonnais

11:15 Uhr Visit of the Chateau Labourdonnais followed by fruit paste and juice tasting

12:15 Uhr Proceed to the village of Beau Plan

12:30 Uhr Lunch at Le Fangourin restaurant or similar venue

13:30 Uhr Visit of the L’Aventure du Sucre Museum followed by sugar tasting

14:30 Uhr Proceed to the village of Pamplemousses

14:45 Uhr Visit of the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden

15:45 Uhr Transfer back to the hotel

16:15 Uhr Arrive at the hotel, time at leisure

19:30 Uhr Abendessen im Hotel

Overnight at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel

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08:00 Uhr Full English breakfast in the main restaurant at the hotel

09:00 Uhr Depart for the village of Cascavelle

10:00 Uhr Free time at the Casela World of Adventures Nature Park

11:30 Uhr Drive to Plaine Champagne

12:15 Uhr Lunch at Varangue Sur Morne restaurant or similar venue

13:15 Uhr Proceed to the Chamarel Village

13:30 Uhr Stop at the Chamarel Waterfall and visit the Seven Coloured Earths Geopark

14:30 Uhr Drive to the Rhumerie de Chamarel

14:45 Uhr Visit of the Rhumerie de Chamarel followed by rum tasting

15:30 Uhr Transfer back to the hotel

17:15 Uhr Arrive at the hotel, time at leisure

19:30 Uhr Abendessen im Hotel

Overnight at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel

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08:30 Uhr Full English breakfast

12:00 Uhr Official hotel check out time

Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with a flight / transfer time after the hotel check out time.

TBATransfer to the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) International Airport in accordance with your flight details.

Zusätzliche Übernachtungen:

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.

•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out: 12:00 Uhr (Änderungen vorbehalten). Nach dem 4. Tag des Programms organisieren Sie Ihre Mahlzeiten mit Ausnahme des Frühstücks in Eigenregie.

Transfers:

•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. Gehen die Flugdaten nicht mindestens 14 Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt bei uns ein, kann kein Transfer arrangiert werden.

•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. Die Zimmer sind bis 12:00 Uhr zu verlassen. Tageszimmer können nur direkt über das Hotel gebucht werden.

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

It will be summertime therefore expect sunny and warm days.

Daily temperature varies between 78°F to 85°F (26°C to 29° C)

The chance of a wet day over the course of February is essentially constant, remaining around 32% throughout.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Light clothing, comfortable shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, camera, umbrella, bathing suit.

Landeswährung:

The currency of Mauritius is the Mauritian Rupee, with one Rupee divided into 100 cents. The currency code is MUR and the symbol used is 'Rs.'

USD is accepted by a limited number of shops in the island.

There are plenty of exchange bureaus located at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, in the towns and villages and at the hotels.

All major debit and credit cards are widely used and accepted in Mauritius, such as Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. However, it is always best to ensure that your card will be accepted in Mauritius by your bank.

Stromspannung

220V. Please bring a travel adaptor if you have electronic devices as the hotels do not provide these

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

No visa required for citizens of the United States of America

A passport that is valid for at least 6 months after travel is required

For residents of other countries, please visit the website of the Mauritius Passport and Immigration office.

https://passport.govmu.org/

Anschrift des Hotels:

Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort

Anschrift: MU, Village Hall Lane, Pointe aux Piments 21304

Telefon: + 230 204 3333

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. Sollte ein Wechsel in ein vergleichbares Hotel notwendig sein, können Sie dieselbe Wertung und denselben Standard erwarten. Sie werden außerdem über diesen Wechsel informiert. Sofern Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, wird die Übernachtung in einem der folgenden Hotels auf dieser Liste organisiert:

Das Programm für die Gäste enthält:

•3 nights at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel – Run of house room type

•Meet and greet services at the airport upon arrival and transfers*

•Hospitality desk at the hotel (times TBA)

•Tours per the itinerary

•3 lunches which include ½ water + 1 soft or 1 beer + tea or coffee

•3 dinners (drinks not included)

•All applicable taxes

*Please Note: Gäste, die ihre eigenen Flüge unabhängig von der Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft buchen, sind dafür verantwortlich, dass sie der Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft die aktualisierten Abreiseinformationen mitteilen, sodass der Transfer arrangiert werden kann. Wenn Sie unabhängig von der Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft weitere Nächte buchen, kann kein Abreisetransfer bereitgestellt werden. Wenn wir nicht bis mindestens 14 Tage im Voraus Ihre Flugdaten erhalten, werden keine Transfers bereitgestellt.

Nicht im Programm für die Gäste enthalten:

•Any activities at the hotel that incur additional cost

•Drinks at the hotel including drinks during dinner

• Sonstige Ausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

•Meals and drinks which are not included in the menu proposed during the excursions

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

• Persönliche Ausgaben

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Hinweis: Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen. Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Landprogramme sind spätestens 90 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 90 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

Explore the island nation of Mauritius, a tropical oasis known for its gorgeous beaches, botanical gardens, bird sanctuaries and engaging cities such as Port Louis, all of which you will experience.

HINWEIS: This is an extensive 4-day program that covers a lot of ground both on foot and by luxury coach. There is a lot of driving involved. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties due to the amount of walking, steps and uneven ground.

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Upon arrival at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel located in the North of Mauritius. The remainder of the day and evening are at your convenience.

Dinner is included at the hotel’s main restaurant.

Note that check in time at the hotel is at 15:00 Uhr.

Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time, this cannot be guaranteed. If you have an early arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night in order to have the room available upon your arrival.

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Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then meet your guide in the lobby to begin your sightseeing tour of the north of the island. North Mauritius is famous for its white-sand beaches, lively villages, shopping malls, historical sites and heritage.

Leaving the hotel, you will travel to the seaside village of Grand Baie. The resort village is the most popular holiday destination in Mauritius and offers a large choice of fashion and crafts in the traditional local shops, some operating for almost 50 years, alongside modern shopping centers and worldwide brand shops. You will have a guided visit and some free time to look for souvenirs.

Proceed next to the Notre Dame Auxiliatrice Church famous for its lovely red roof in the village of Grand Gaube. Ideally situated at the very northern point of Mauritius, overlooking the Coin de Mire islet, it offers a picturesque background for worthy snapshots.

Your next destination will be the Domaine de Labourdonnais. a privately owned 540 hectares Estate which was founded in 1774 and recently opened to the public. The main mansion, Château de Labourdonnais, surrounded its beautiful orchards, was built between 1856 and 1859 by Christian Wiehe where himself and his descendants lived until recently. Christian Wiehe was an influential figure in Mauritius in the 19th century. Today, the Estate has further diversified its activities offering products and services such as; fruit transformed products, leisure and events activities, real estate services, distillation of rum and much more.

Continue the day at the charming restaurant Le Fangourin, amidst the garden of the old Beau plan sugar estate, to enjoy a meal which is inspired from unique flavors while maintaining a rich Mauritian culinary heritage. Visit the L'Aveture du Sucre Museum a few metres away. It is housed in a former sugar factory where most of the original machinery has been preserved. Following your tour, you'll have the opportunity to sample different sugars and rums.

Your last visit will be at the Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens. A must for any visitor, this garden was created by French naturalist Pierre Poivre in 1767. Often called the “Jewel in the Crown”, the garden is known by world botanists for its 500 rare plant species from all over the world.

The most famous are the giant Victoria Regina water lilies and the 80 varieties of palm trees, including the talipot, said to flower once every 60 years and then die. Today the garden houses the “samadhi” (funeral shrine) of the Father of the Nation, Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam.

Return to your hotel where you will have some free time.

Dinner is included at the main restaurant of your hotel.

TAG 3

The next day enjoy breakfast at your hotel and board your coach for the drive to the south. Explore some of the best scenic highlights during this full day tour in the South of Mauritius. This region is the most preserved part of the island with its sandy coves, basalt cliffs, hidden falls, and hundreds of miles of sugar cane fields and dense forests.

Boarding your coach at the hotel, it's a 60-minute scenic drive to the Casela World of Adventures. This beautiful reserve and bird sanctuary of some 25 acres is situated in the west part of the island. Almost 1500 birds of 150 different species are housed in some 90 aviaries, including the Mauritian Pink Pigeon, one of the rarest birds in the world. Casela also houses a variety of animals, such as lions, tigers, monkeys, giraffes, pigmy hippos, lemurs, deer, giant tortoises, Llamas, zebras, ostriches, cassowaries, axis and emus. Its natural setting, spacious layout, and luxuriant green vegetation have made it a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

Your drive continues further down towards the forest reserve of Plaine-Champagne where you will reach a local restaurant with a breathtaking view over the coastline for lunch.

Traveling along through thick Chinese Guava groves, your route next takes you to discover the magnificent Chamarel Waterfall which emerges from the moors on the way down to view the unique seven-colored earths of Chamarel. These unusual mounds of undulating land that stretch in contrasting rainbow-colored layers of earth are believed to be the result of weathering and volcanic origin.

A few meters away is The Rhumerie de Chamarel. Set in a charming chalet, exhibiting tropical and traditional vibes, this distillery will have you learn all you need to know about Rum making. From the growing, harvest, fermentation to the sophisticated distilling process of this eco-friendly agricultural rum. The visit will end with a tasting of 6 rums (classic, double distilled, premium gold, coconut, vanilla, coffee, etc.)

Your journey back takes you down a winding road that unveils the West coast - you will have a final photo stop a Le Morne viewpoint offering a panoramic view over the Benitiers Island and Le Morne Brabant.

Before reaching your hotel, your route will pass the fishing villages and the famous salt pans of Black River.

Back at your hotel, enjoy some free time before dinner which is included at your hotel’s main restaurant.

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After breakfast and check out, proceed on a tour of the capital city of Port Louis and its surroundings.

Start the day with a visit the 19th century Eureka Colonial House in Moka. It is reputed to be one of the oldest and largest colonial houses on the island, with 109 doors and windows. Enjoy a guided tour of the house with its authentic antique furniture, which provides an interesting glimpse into colonial living. After exploring the house and admiring the peaceful garden, you can relax under the veranda with refreshments of a soft drink and local snacks.

The next stop will be at Port Louis’ rightly famous central market, the center of the local economy since Victorian times, is a good place to get a feel for the everyday life of many locals. Watch the hawkers at work and buy some souvenirs. Most authentic are the wonderful fruit and vegetable sections (including herbal medicines and aphrodisiacs).

Enjoy a fascinating cross-section of Mauritian life with a stop at the Caudan Waterfront, one of the oldest malls built in Mauritius. Located on the docks of Port-Louis, it includes many high-end boutiques, duty-free shops, a food court and artisanal stalls amongst others.

Contemplate two of the rarest stamps in the world at the Blue Penny Museum - the red one penny and the blue two-pence stamps which were issued in 1847. The museum also boasts a precious heritage collection about the rich history of the island.

After the visit, you will drive to the port for embarkation.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt

• Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. Die angegebenen Zeiten sind nur Richtwerte und dienen an dieser Stelle nur Informationszwecken. Änderungen vorbehalten.

• Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details werden ausgestellt, wenn Sie Ihre endgültigen Kreuzfahrtunterlagen 21 Tage vor der Kreuzfahrt per E-Mail erhalten. Bei Ankunft in Ihrem Hotel erhalten Sie eine finale Reiseroute von unserem Betreiber vor Ort mit einem Willkommensbrief. Bitte sehen Sie sich den Brief und die finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

• Die Hotels, die in Ihrem Landprogramm enthalten sind, entsprechen den Hotels in diesem Dokument, falls Sie vor Beginn des Landprogramms keine anderen Informationen erhalten haben.

• Gäste, die nicht wie vereinbart an Tag 1 eines geplanten Landprogramms erscheinen, zählen als „Nicht erschienen“. Ihr Platz im Hotel wird dann freigegeben.

Zusätzliche Übernachtungen

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

• Sollten Sie Extraübernachtungen über die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft buchen, holen wir Sie Ihren Flugzeiten entsprechend ab und bringen Sie zum Hotel. Check-in ist um 15:00 Uhr (Änderungen vorbehalten). Mahlzeiten außer dem Frühstück sowie Aktivitäten organisieren Sie bis zum 2. Tag des Programms in Eigenregie.

• Wenn Sie einen frühen Flug gebucht haben, empfehlen wir, eine zusätzliche Übernachtung zu buchen, da Ihr Zimmer nicht vor 15:00 Uhr bezugsfertig sein wird.

• Wenn Sie zusätzliche Übernachtungen selbst buchen, ist der Transfer nicht inbegriffen.

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Arrive at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) International Airport.

Transfer to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure.

Check in time at your hotel is 15:00 Uhr. Je nach Verfügbarkeit können Sie bereits früher auf Ihr Zimmer; dies kann jedoch nicht garantiert werden.

19:30 Uhr Abendessen im Hotel

Overnight at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel

Abholung und Transfer

• Die endgültigen Kreuzfahrtdokumente werden 21 Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt per E-Mail gesendet. Die Telefonnummer des Betreibers vor Ort finden Sie auf der 1. Seite, sollten Sie den Betreuer für die Abholung nach Ankunft am Flughafen nicht finden. Beachten Sie, dass der Betreuer möglicherweise anderen Gästen hilft und nicht sofort sichtbar ist, wenn Sie den Gepäckabholungs- und Zollbereich verlassen.

• Halten Sie nach einer Person mit einem Schild mit dem Logo der Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und möglicherweise Ihrem Namen Ausschau. Bitten Sie im Zweifel Mitarbeiter des Flughafens um Hilfe, um zum Treffpunkt für Transfers zu gelangen oder unseren Betreuer zu informieren.

• Abholung und Transfer werden für Gäste organisiert, die am ersten Tag des Landprogramms anreisen oder wenn zusätzliche Übernachtungen über die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft gebucht werden. Die Abholung erfolgt entsprechend den Flugdaten, die Gäste bitte mindestens 14 Tage vor Beginn der Kreuzfahrt einsenden. Gäste, die vor Beginn der Reise in Eigenregie anreisen, erhalten keinen Transfer.

• Sollten wir Ihre Flugdaten nicht erhalten haben oder sich Ihre Flüge ändern, ohne dass das Destination Services Team an Land darüber informiert wurde, können wir keinen Transfer bereitstellen. Gäste müssen in diesem Fall auf eigene Kosten zum Hotel des Landprogramms reisen. Bitte kontaktieren Sie umgehend die Reservierungsabteilung, sollten sich vor der Abreise Flugdaten ändern.

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07:30 Uhr Full English breakfast in the main restaurant at the hotel

08:30 Uhr Leave the hotel and drive to the village of Grand Baie

09:00 Uhr Guided walk through the center of Grand Baie followed by free time

10:00 Uhr Enjoy an orientation drive to the village of Cap Malheureux

10:30 Uhr Photo stop at the Red Roof Church

10:50 Uhr Drive to the village of Labourdonnais

11:15 Uhr Visit of the Chateau Labourdonnais followed by fruit paste and juice tasting

12:15 Uhr Proceed to the village of Beau Plan

12:30 Uhr Lunch at Le Fangourin restaurant or similar venue

13:30 Uhr Visit of the L’Aventure du Sucre Museum followed by sugar tasting

14:30 Uhr Proceed to the village of Pamplemousses

14:45 Uhr Visit of the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden

15:45 Uhr Transfer back to the hotel

16:15 Uhr Arrive at the hotel

Time at leisure

19:30 Uhr Abendessen im Hotel

Overnight at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel

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08:00 Uhr Full English breakfast in the main restaurant at the hotel

09:00 Uhr Leave the hotel and drive to the village of Cascavelle

10:00 Uhr Free Time at the Casela World of Adventures Nature Park

11:30 Uhr Drive to Plaine Champagne

12:15 Uhr Lunch at Varangue Sur Morne restaurant or similar venue

13:15 Uhr Proceed to the Chamarel Village

13:30 Uhr Stop at the Chamarel Waterfall and visit the Seven Coloured Earths Geopark

14:30 Uhr Drive to the Rhumerie de Chamarel

14:45 Uhr Visit of the Rhumerie de Chamarel followed by rum tasting

15:30 Uhr Transfer back to the hotel

17:15 Uhr Ankunft im Hotel

Time at leisure

19:30 Uhr Abendessen im Hotel

Overnight at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel

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08:30 Uhr Full English breakfast in the main restaurant at the hotel

09:30 Uhr Check out of the hotel and drive to the village of Moka

10:15 Uhr Visit of the Eureka Colonial House followed by refreshments

11:00 Uhr Proceed to the Capital city of Port Louis

11:30 Uhr Visit of the Central market

00:00 Uhr Short walk to the Caudan Waterfront through the streets of Port Louis

12:15 Uhr Visit of the Caudan Waterfront Esplanade

13:00 Uhr Visit of the Blue Penny Museum

13:30 Uhr Depart for the Port

13:45 Uhr Board your ship in Port Louis

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

It will be summertime therefore expect sunny and warm days.

Daily temperature varies between 78°F to 85°F (26°C to 29° C)

The chance of a wet day over the course of February is essentially constant, remaining around 32% throughout.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Light clothing, comfortable shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, camera, umbrella, bathing suit.

Landeswährung:

The currency of Mauritius is the Mauritian Rupee, with one Rupee divided into 100 cents. The currency code is MUR and the symbol used is 'Rs.'

USD is accepted by a limited number of shops in the island.

There are plenty of exchange bureaus located at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, in the towns and villages and at the hotels.

All major debit and credit cards are widely used and accepted in Mauritius, such as Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. However, it is always best to ensure that your card will be accepted in Mauritius by your bank.

Stromspannung

220V. Please bring a travel adaptor if you have electronic devices as the hotels do not provide these

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

No visa required for citizens of the United States of America

A passport that is valid for at least 6 months after travel is required

For residents of other countries, please visit the website of the Mauritius Passport and Immigration office.

https://passport.govmu.org/

Anschrift des Hotels:

Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort

Anschrift: MU, Village Hall Lane, Pointe aux Piments 21304

Telefon: + 230 204 3333

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. Sollte ein Wechsel in ein vergleichbares Hotel notwendig sein, können Sie dieselbe Wertung und denselben Standard erwarten. Sie werden außerdem über diesen Wechsel informiert. Sofern Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, wird die Übernachtung in einem der folgenden Hotels auf dieser Liste organisiert:

Das Programm für die Gäste enthält:

•3 nights at Le Meridien Ile Maurice Resort or similar hotel – Run of house room

•Meet and greet services at the airport upon arrival and transfers*

•Hospitality desk at the hotel (Times TBA)

•Tours per the itinerary

•2 lunches which include ½ water + 1 soft or 1 beer + tea or coffee

•3 dinners (drinks not included)

•All applicable taxes

*Please Note: Gäste, die ihre eigenen Flüge buchen (unabhängig von der Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft), sind dafür verantwortlich, dass sie der Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft die aktualisierten Abreiseinformationen mitteilen, sodass der Transfer arrangiert werden kann. Wenn Sie unabhängig von der Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft weitere Nächte buchen, kann bei Anreise kein Transfer bereitgestellt werden. Wenn wir nicht bis mindestens 14 Tage im Voraus Ihre Flugdaten erhalten, werden keine Transfers bereitgestellt.

Nicht im Programm für die Gäste enthalten:

•Any activities at the hotel that incur additional cost

•Drinks at the hotel including drinks during dinner

• Sonstige Ausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

•Meals and drinks which are not included in the menu proposed during the excursions

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

• Persönliche Ausgaben

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Hinweis: Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen. Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Landprogramme sind spätestens 90 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 90 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Gäste, die nicht wie vereinbart an Tag 1 eines geplanten Landprogramms erscheinen, zählen als „Nicht erschienen“. Ihr Platz im Hotel wird dann freigegeben.