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Dubai City Stay with Mauritius Mini Tour and Beach Stay
12 Day Multi-Centre
Mauritius, Indian Ocean
24 Meals Included
You’ll begin your journey in Dubai – this remarkable crucible of human ingenuity and design, where vast architectural masterpieces are gently embraced by the crimson sands of the Arabian Desert. From here you’ll be flown to Mauritius – this most special of luxury beach destinations. With glistening, golden sands meeting crystal clear waters, experience the canvas of colour as the progressing daylight paints its varied tapestry upon the sparkling seas.
Highlights
- Shop till you drop in Dubai Mall – the world’s largest centre of commerce, and home of the Ferrari rollercoaster
- Roll over the desert dunes on a unique quad bike journey, or pick up the pace on a sandboard if you’re feeling extra adventurous!
- Tantalise your tastebuds with unforgettable culinary experiences in one of Dubai’s many and varied Michelin-starred restaurants
- Scale the dizzying heights of the Burj Khalifa tower, standing almost 3,000ft tall
- Wander through the lush rainforest and lose yourself in the astounding beauty of the Chamarel waterfall
- Snap away during your guided tour of the Vanilla Crocodile Park at Riviere des Anguilles
- Experience sensorial delights at some of the world’s finest rum distilleries with paired tastings of their varied molasses-infused creations
- See spectral-coloured earth mounds where a unique geological phenomenon creates a stunning rainbow effect
- Complete your Mauritian adventure with a relaxing, unwinding, all-inclusive beach stay at your chosen resort
Itinerary
Day 1
UK to Dubai
Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Dubai.
Day 2
Dubai
On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel where you can unpack before heading out and exploring the unique aesthetics of this dazzling destination.
Day 3
Dubai
Breakfast
With a full day free to make the most of this city stay, you may find it difficult to decide which of the myriad activities you’ll choose. There’s something for everyone here: whether you’d like to adventure away to the distant desert dunes; scale the dizzying heights of the vast skyscrapers; or choose a more sedentary experience sitting back and sipping cocktails on the pristine beaches, you’re sure to be amazed by this remarkable capital.
Day 4
Dubai to Mauritius
Breakfast
Today you’ll be bidding farewell to Dubai, and ‘bonzour’ to the beach haven of Mauritius. Your flight will arrive in the early evening and, on arrival, you’ll be taken to your hotel to unwind and relax in this remarkable luxurious resort, ready for your mini-tour departure in the morning.
Day 5
Domaine des Aubineaux & St Aubin
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
This morning you’ll be met by your guide who’ll be travelling with you as you explore this beautiful island and its bountiful sights. You’ll begin the day with a visit to Domaine des Aubineaux and St Aubin which will provide an insight into the way of life of tea-planters in colonial times, whilst learning about the journey that this beloved plant takes from ‘crop-to cup’ at the Bois Cheri factory & museum. Once you’ve been perked up by this morning excursion, you’ll be heading off on a beautiful drive to reach Vanilla Crocodile Park in the village of Riviere des Anguilles. Take a walk on the wild side as you stroll through this lush green setting, seeing how the palm trees and giant bamboo provide welcome shade to the hundreds of Nile crocodiles which are raised here. You’ll also see a huge herd of Aldabra giant tortoises, including Domino – the centenarian – who weighs in at a whopping 275kg! Once you’ve had a chance to take some souvenir photos with Domino you’ll continue exploring the exuberant fauna here which houses myriad animals amidst and beneath its canopy layer: iguanas, chameleons, geckos, monkeys, lemurs, deer, wild boar, and mongoose – to name a few. Lunch will be served in nearby St Aubin, and after lunch you’ll continue your tour along the captivating south coast until you reach the gorgeous, jaw-dropping site of Gris Gris Beach. Once you’ve spent some time having a seaside stroll, you’ll be taken back to the hotel where you can relax in the wondrous nature here, before indulging in the evening meal.
Day 6
Chamarel to Mauritius Beach Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, you’ll be leaving the hotel for a visit to the magnificent waterfall of Chamarel – found on a delightful hiking trail through the undulating forests on the island. From here you’ll be guided to a completely unique place which appears as if an optical illusion: the ‘seven coloured earth.’ This world-famous attraction is created through a volcanic geological phenomenon and expressed by a swirling together of all the rainbow’s colours amidst the earth which undulate into the distance, creating an unforgettably beautiful natural feature. This is truly a treasure not to be missed. Once you’ve completed the hike you’ll be taken for your reward, which is the opportunity to sample a range of local delicacies alongside a rum tasting session at the Rhumerie Chamarel, where you’ll also be served your lunch. In the afternoon you’ll visit Curious Corner which – as its name suggests – is a highly unusual place; a gallery of illusion and mystery filled with mind-bending perceptual trickery that’s sure to awaken your curiosity! You will then be taken to your beach hotel where you will be staying for the rest of your holiday.
Day 7-11
Mauritius Beach Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Spend the next week in complete relaxation. Wherever you choose you’ll be right by the ocean where you could choose to snorkel amidst the beautifully diverse marine life, take daily strolls across the dreamlike golden sands, or simply sit back and soak up the suns rays as you deepen your love affair with this beautiful place.
Day 12
Mauritius to UK
Breakfast
Once you’ve enjoyed a delicious Mauritian breakfast at your hotel, you’ll be transferred back to the airport to board your return flight, bound for the UK.
Accommodation
The hotels listed below are provided for guidance only and final confirmation of your accommodation will be sent to you approximately 10 days before you travel
Lakaz Chamarel
2 nights
Chamarel, Mauritius
More details
Canopy by Hilton Al Seef
2 nights
Dubai Creek, Dubai and further Emirates
More detailsHotel Information
This tour can be booked by calling 1800 804 006
Sorry we cannot book this tour online at the moment.
Important Information
Payment
If booking more than 12 weeks before departure a deposit of €324.50pp will need to be paid at the time of booking with the full amount payable at 12 weeks prior to departure. The deposit applies to adults and children. If you are within 12 weeks of travel then the full balance of the holiday will be payable.
Passport and Visa information
United Arab Emirates visa requirements
Holders of full British passports will be granted a free of charge visitor/tourist visa upon arrival in the UAE. No application in advance of travel is needed. Your passport will be stamped with the visa as you pass through Immigration. The visa issued at the airport for British passport holders is valid for up to 40 days.
Mauritius visa requirements
A visa is not required for British citizens visiting Mauritius. Further advice should be sought from the applicable tourist authority for other nationalities and for general queries. We strongly advise you check your destinations’ Tourist Board or Embassy for the most up-to-date guidelines regarding passport validity.
Insurance
We strongly recommend that you and all members of your party are suitably insured as soon as you book your holiday. It is a condition of booking that you must have suitable travel insurance. It is important that you purchase travel insurance that suitably covers your participation in whatever activities you may undertake at the time that you make your booking. To assist you with this, we have arranged travel insurance in partnership with Holiday Extras. To arrange your travel insurance with Holiday Extras, please call 0800 781 4237 and quote ‘WK830’ for preferential rates. Please ensure you provide us with the name of your insurer, policy number and their 24 hour emergency contact number as soon as possible. Mercury Holidays will not be liable for any costs incurred by you due to your failure to take out suitable travel insurance from the date of booking.
Health and Vaccinations
It is your responsibility to check any health and vaccination requirements applicable to your booked arrangements. We can only provide general information about this. Health and hygiene facilities and disease risks vary from country to country. You should take health advice about your own needs as early as possible and in good time before your departure. Sources of information include; www.fco.gov.uk, www.travelhealthpro.org. uk, www.hpa.org.uk, your General Practitioner or a specialist clinic.
Currency Exchange
The currency in Dubai is the UAE Dirham. We recommend that you exchange you currency before you leave the UK, however cash machines are available in all the major cities to withdraw money in the local currency.
The currency in Mauritius is the Mauritian Rupee (MUR, however it is possible to pay in Euros at larger establishments. We recommend that you exchange your currency before you leave the UK.
Credit Card Information
As normal practice you may be asked for your credit card details on check-in at the hotel in order to cover any extras incurred during your stay. If you do not have a credit card, you may be asked for a cash deposit. MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted in hotels as well as American Express.
Personal Expenses and Tipping
You will need to take some extra money with you to cover any personal purchases, such as souvenirs, laundry, extra drinks, and snacks. Approximately £200 - £300 will be sufficient for the duration of the tour. It is customary to tip your guide/driver approximately £5.00 per person per day while on the tour portion of your holiday.
Group Size
We have no minimum number of passengers to run the tour. If we are not able to operate your departure date for any other reason, then you may be asked to change to a different date and a full refund will be made available to you should this alternative not be suitable.
Tour Guide
For your tour portion, you will have a guide/driver with you during your excursions.
For the beach and city portion of your holiday, you will not be escorted by a tour guide. Your time here will be free to do as you wish.
Accommodation
Your accommodation is selected for convenience, location, comfort or character, and can range from business hotels to leisure hotels. Hotel accommodation is generally rated as local three to four-star standard, but please note there is no international classification system for hotels, and differences in facilities and quality do exist compared to what you might expect in the UK. All group tours hotels have private bathroom facilities and air-conditioning, where needed. Rest assured that all accommodation used by Mercury Holidays is regularly inspected by our staff and partners to ensure that standards meet your needs.
Meals and Drinks
Western and international food will be served however some establishments will serve traditional meals giving you a chance to experience local flavours. Vegetarian and Vegan options available, please request prior to departure. Please contact Customer Experience for questions about other dietary requirements or allergy information. It is not recommended to drink the tap water, even in developed countries water may contain unfamiliar elements that can cause upset stomachs. In less developed countries water is not filtered in the same way. Bottled water will be available at shops and hotels/lodges.
On Arrival Information
On arrival in Dubai, after collecting your hold luggage and passing through Customs, transfers are found in the arrival hall and our partners in Dubai (Desert Gate) will be there with a Mercury Branded Sign and will guide you to your transfer vehicle.
On arrival in Mauritius, after collecting any hold luggage and passing through Customs, please make your way directly to gate 5 where one of our friendly representatives will welcome you and lead you to your chosen transfer. The representative will be holding a Mercury Welcome Board. In the event of a problem with your hold luggage, please send a member of your party to arrivals to advise our representative of the delay. If you are travelling alone, please call one of the numbers below.
Your representative will provide you with your return transfer information at your welcome meeting. In the unlikely event that you have not received this information, please check with your hotel reception in case a message has been left for you there.
Emergency Contact Numbers
Mauritius:
Mercury Holidays Representatives will be available throughout your stay in Mauritius, you will also be provided with local contact information by your representative but just in case of an Emergency please contact:
Bisham: +23052511881
Rama: +23052525087
Dubai:
If you need to contact Desert Gate during your stay the details are:
Desert Gate Tourism: Address: 16E1, IRise Tower, Tecom, P O Box19271, Dubai Office number: 009714 442 1155 Email: premium@desertgate.ae
Emergency Contact details: Tel (24hr): 00971 52 750 2173 Jiri (Representative): 00971 52 332 4356 Romina (Representative): 00971 52 614 7659 Airport Representative (24hr): 00971 52 7502173