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From Dubai to Mauritius
United Arab Emirates & Mauritius in 11 Days, 8 Nights in Destination
From
$5,009
$3,499
/person
-30%
James
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Enjoy Dubai’s modernity and impressive skyscrapers, dine under the stars in the desert, then fly to Mauritius to relax and enjoy clear waters and stunning beaches in an exotic paradise.
Trip Highlights
- Dubai
- Chamarel
- Curepipe
- Grand Bassin Crater
- Plaine Champagne
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until October 2025
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + $1,560
Add up to 5 nights to your stay
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superior included
luxury from + $1,200
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Itinerary
Start in Dubai, enjoying incredible views from the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. Watch an incredible sunset over the desert and continue your experience in Mauritius, an island paradise famous for its crystal-clear waters, exotic vegetation, and idyllic beaches. Here, you’ll have time to relax and explore Curepipe, Grand Bassin, Plaine Champagne and Chamarel.
1st Day: US - Night on board
Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for a flight to the luxurious city of Dubai*. Night on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Dubai
Arrive in Dubai and transfer to the hotel*. The remainder of the day is free to discover this modern Emirati metropolis at your leisure. We recommend visiting the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world and a symbol of the city of 828 meters and 160 floors.
Since its inauguration in 2010, it offers the best views of the desert and the city. Underneath is the largest shopping center in the world, the Dubai Mall where 1200 stores of all kinds are located. A shopping paradise! Overnight stay in Dubai.
*You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
DoubleTree by Hilton Al B... or similar
2113 Reviews
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3rd Day: Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the morning at your leisure, exploring the old town or sunning yourself on Dubai's idyllic beaches. We recommend an optional excursion to explore the older parts of the city*. At dusk, take an exciting 4x4 excursion to the desert.
Pass through camel farms and spectacular desert landscapes, as the sand dunes are illuminated at sunset until arriving at a traditional camp. Here, enjoy a delicious barbeque dinner under the stars with traditional entertainment including Belly Dancing (except during the month of Ramadan), waterpipes and camel rides. Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Dubai.
*Optional Half-Day Classic Dubai Tour: Visit the Bastakia neighbourhood, home to old merchant houses and cafes, and learn about Dubai's history with included entrance to the Dubai Museum. Take a traditional river taxi, known as an 'Abra' across Dubai Creek to the aromatic souks of Old Dubai, filled with stalls selling exotic spices and golden wares.
Please note: this optional excursion operates on Friday afternoons and Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday mornings only.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
DoubleTree by Hilton Al B... or similar
2113 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
4x4 Desert Safari Excursion
Moderate
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Half-Day Classic Dubai Tour
Moderate
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4th Day: Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, enjoying a shopping spree in Dubai's fabulous malls or relaxing at your leisure on the beach. We recommend an optional tour of the city's modern attractions*. Overnight stay in Dubai.
*Optional Half-Day Modern Dubai Tour: Visit the most emblematic sights in the city starting at the Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a traditional arabian bazaar and popular marketplace where you can find typical hand-made crafts. Next, travel to the man-made palm-shaped island of Palm Jumeirah to see the amazing Atlantis Hotel before heading back to the city on the monorail.
Afterwards, explore glittering Dubai Marina, a man-made canal city and one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods in Dubai and end the trip in the Burj Khalifa area (entrance not included) and back to the hotel.
Please note: this optional excursion operates on Mondays and Fridays only. You will have the option to be dropped off at the Dubai Mall for some shopping and return to the hotel on your own.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
DoubleTree by Hilton Al B... or similar
2113 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Half-Day Modern Dubai Tour
Moderate
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5th Day: Dubai - Mauritius
Breakfast at the hotel*. Transfer to the airport to catch a flight to Mauritius. Touch down in Mauritius and transfer to the hotel. This island paradise is famous for its crystalline waters, white sands, exotic vegetation and idyllic beaches. Get settled in and begin to enjoy your stay. Overnight stay in Mauritius.
*Depending on the flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Tamassa Resort or similar
10055 Reviews
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6th Day: Mauritius
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, soaking up the sun or perhaps treating yourself to a spa treatment at the hotel. Alternatively, we recommend to take part in an Optional Full day Catamaran Cruise: Île aux Cerfs, with the possibility to admire the surroundings of Mauritius: the mountains of Grand-Port, beautiful Islets and historical sites with lunch served on board the catamaran.* Overnight stay in Mauritius.
*Optional Full-day Catamaran Cruise to Île aux Cerfs: Meet your skipper and depart for an all-day cruise along the east coast. Enjoy freshly-made drinks and snacks during the trip. Stop for swimming not far from Île aux Cerfs, heading towards the waterfalls of the southeast for snorkelling and more swimming. Spend the afternoon at Île aux Cerfs, and then cruise back to the jetty of Preskil Island Resort.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Tamassa Resort or similar
10055 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
East Coast Catamaran Cruise
Active
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7th Day: Mauritius
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, take part in the full-day Curepipe, Grand Bassin, Plaine Champagne, and Chamarel excursion, where you will enjoy a breath of fresh air and a panoramic view from the top of “Trou Aux Cerfs”, an extinct volcano about 700,000 years old. Make a brief stop in the town centre of Curepipe to visit a ship model factory and to do some shopping. Before lunch, you will proceed to Grand Bassin, a sacred lake for pilgrims of the Hindu community. Only a stone's throw from this mystical site are the Black River Gorges, Chamarel and its coloured earth. Overnight stay in Mauritius.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Tamassa Resort or similar
10055 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Full-Day Tour of Curepipe and Grand Bassin Lake
Active
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8th Day: Mauritius
*Optional Dolphin Expedition Sea Outing along the West Coast: Swimming with dolphins is a must-do activity on the west coast of Mauritius. Encounter dolphins in the wild on a 2-hour trip will allow you to connect with the marine world.
**Optional Full-day Speed Boat along the West Coast: During the first hour of the trip, stop to swim with the dolphins if we are lucky to see them in their natural habitat. While appetizers are served on board, the lunch will be served on Benitiers Island, ideal for relaxation. After lunch, enjoy another swimming in front of the Crystal Rock, a perfect spot for pictures.
Important note: these activities are not simultaneous and can be combined in the same day for those who wish to do both.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Tamassa Resort or similar
10055 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Dolphin Watching on the West Coast
Active
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Full day Speedboat ride along the West Coast
Active
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9th Day: Mauritius
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, enjoying the beach or perhaps renting a car and explore the island on your own. Alternatively, we recommend you to take part in the optional Port-Louis excursion* to see the capital city and thriving commercial centre of Mauritius. Overnight stay in Mauritius.
*Optional Port-Louis Excursion: Port-Louis was founded by the French Governor François Mahé de Labourdonnais in 1735. See historical monuments such as: The Robert Edward Hart Garden, Marie Reine de la Paix, the Pagoda, La Citadelle, the City Centre, St James Cathedral, Port-Louis theatre and the Supreme Court. Arrive at the Place d’Armes and proceed to the buzzing central market. At Le Miraj, tapestries made of cashmere, artisanal products, and traditional art will delight you. Head to the Caudan Waterfront, where one can find a wide selection of crafts and jewellery.
Important note: this optional activity does not run on Sundays.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Tamassa Resort or similar
10055 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Port-Lous City Visit & Shopping
Moderate
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10th Day: Mauritius - Night on board
Breakfast* at the hotel. It's time to bid farewell to magical Mauritius. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Night on board.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
11th Day: US
Arrive in the US and end your extraordinary trip.
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Categories Available:
superior
From $3,499
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- Accommodation in Superior category hotels.
- Only breakfast in Mauritius.
luxury
From $4,699
- Accommodation in Luxury category hotels.
- All inclusive in Mauritius.
Accommodation: 8 Nights
Included activities
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The price includes
- Departures from main US airports.
- International flights: US - Dubai, Mauritius - US.
- Flight: Dubai - Mauritius*.more information
- 8 nights hotel accommodation in Superior category hotels**.more informationSee hotels included
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner***.more information
- All transfers
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide****.more informationSee itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- English speaking guide during the land excursions in Dubai and Mauritius. English skipper during the sea optional activities in Mauritius.
- 4x4 Excursion in Dubai Desert.
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase
Not included
Drinks, entrance fees, city taxes*, tips** and any other services not mentioned in "What's included".
*Tourist Tax in Dubai: 20 AED (approx. $6) per room per night (paid directly to the hotel).
**Tips are not included. Although tipping is not mandatory, we highly recommend an average of 10 USD per day per person for the guide as well as for the driver. Keep in mind that tipping is an important part of Mauritius culture and customary in this line of work.
Travellers are advised to carry cash to pay for any extras in Mauritius. Mauritian Rupees are the main currency, and it is recommended to exchange foreign currencies at the airport on arrival. Credit cards are accepted.
*Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
About Mauritius:
**Travelling with children (up to 12 years old) is by request. The room will have an extra bed in place. Supervision of and activities for children are available upon request as well.
***You may upgrade to the luxury category, which features an all-inclusive experience at the resort.
You can upgrade to half-board by adding 3 dinners in the Tamassa Hotel 4* in the next step of the booking process.
About Dubai:
****The order of the visits and times of the activities are subject to change at the destination due to logistical reasons. The planned visits will be carried out in any case. Therefore, we don't recommend booking independent activities until you reach your destination.
The optional Classic Dubai Tour, available on day 3 of the itinerary, operates on Friday afternoons and Monday, Wednesday and Sunday mornings only. The optional Modern Dubai Tour, available on day 4 of the itinerary, operates on Mondays and Fridays only.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of six months validity.
Visa
Visa is required, issued on arrival to the country. Free for stays of up to 30 days.
Currency
UAE Dirham.
Language
Arabic.
Electricity
220 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from the US.
Time zone
UTC + 04:00.
Other useful information
It is advisable to drink bottled water.
Tourist Office website
https://www.government.ae/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
Payments at destination with credit or debit cards may be subject to commission and fluctuations in currency exchange. We recommend making all payments in cash.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
Pay in installments
60%
At time of booking
40%
60 days before departure
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