| Duration: | 7 Day(s) - 6 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Culture Tours |
Day 1: Discovering the magnificent North Country
Morning: Arrival at the airport in the morning. We'll take time to stroll through the lively streets of Saint-Denis and discover the architecture and charm of the historic houses. You'll discover the varied landscapes of the north coast along an old railway line: undergrowth, cane fields, a lighthouse and the magnificent Niagara Falls in the commune of Sainte Suzanne.
Afternoon: Visit the Hindu temple of Maryen Peroumal in the commune of Saint André: colours galore, ancestral rites and magical legends; you'll be introduced to Tamil culture on Réunion Island.
Overnight in a charming guest house in Bras Panon.
Day 2: The Voile de La Mariée and the Cirque de Salazie
Morning: Departure for the village of Hell-Bourg, in the heart of the Cirque de Salazie. On the way, you will discover the beauty of the cirque's waterfalls, in particular the majestic "Voile de la Mariée" waterfall. Hell-Bourg, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, has retained its charm of yesteryear and will charm you with its magnificent Creole huts.
After lunch, we'll visit the Maison Folio, a beautiful villa that is still inhabited and bears witness to family life on Réunion in the 19th century, and the Maison Morange, which houses the Museum of Indian Ocean Music and Instruments: a magnificent collection of 1,500 popular, precious and unusual instruments.
Overnight in a charming guest house in Bras Panon.
Day 3: The Secrets of Vanilla and the Wonders of the Orient
Morning: visit a vanilla plantation to discover the secrets of vanilla production.
Afternoon: Head for the wild south along the beautiful Côte Est road, where you'll discover many wonders: the Sainte Anne church, the suspension bridge over the Rivière de l'Est, the Anse des Cascades and above all the Grand Brûlé, a magnificent lava road shaped by the eruptions of the Piton de La Fournaise.
Overnight in an intimate, authentic guest house in Saint Philippe.
Day 4: The Wild South and the Lava Tunnels
Morning: Fancy an unusual and unforgettable experience? Follow in the footsteps of the 2004 eruption by exploring the underground galleries created by the volcano: a fascinating tour of the lava tunnels.
In the afternoon: we'll discover Cap Méchant, along a magnificent wild coastline torn apart by the wind, before visiting the perfume and spice garden, where you can discover over 1,500 species of perfume and spice plants, woodwork, ornaments and medicinal plants...
Overnight in a guest room in Saint Philippe.
Day 5: The Rivers and Waterfalls of the South
We'll take the road along the Langevin River to one of the island's most beautiful waterfalls: Grand-Galet. If you're looking for a thrill, this is the ideal place for canyoning! On the way to the hotel, we'll make a romantic stop on the wild Grande Anse beach to relax in a heavenly setting.
Overnight in a luxury 5* Palm Hôtel & Spa in Petite Ile.
Day 6: The Saint-Pierre Lagoon
Morning: we visit the Saga du Rhum et du Sucre de Canne, housed in the island's oldest distillery.
Afternoon: Relax in the lagoon of Saint-Pierre.
Night in a 5* luxury hotel near Saint-Pierre Accommodation: Palm Hôtel & Spa
Day 7: Hiking to Piton Maïdo
Morning: Departure for the Piton Maïdo, which rises to 2,200 metres. We'll have a superb view of the Cirque de Mafate above the clouds. We'll do one of the hikes suitable for all levels of walkers.
In the afternoon: visit the Villèle museum, a former colonial estate in the heart of a cotton and coffee plantation.
End of your stay: Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
What the Price Includes :
- Return airport/hotel transfers and domestic transport, according to the programme
- Drinks (mineral water)
- Excursions mentioned in the programme
- Services of local English-speaking guides during excursions
What the Price Does Not Include:
- Hotel accommodation
- Full board and picnics
- Optional Activities
- Flight Tickets
- Personal Expenses
- Formalities
- Insurance
