Day 1: Arrival at Mahe International Airport
Thank you for choosing our Seychelles islands hopping tour. Upon your arrival at Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) on Mahe Island, our representative will hold a placard to welcome you and then transfer you to the hotel. After checking into the hotel, please have a good rest and get refreshed from the long journey. Accommodation: AQUA Boutique Hotel
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Day 2: Excursion to the capital Victoria, Visit the Eden Island
As the cultural and administrative center of Seychelles, Victoria is undoubtedly worth a visit. We will spend this morning exploring the hustle and bustle of the capital town Victoria on foot. You will see the 118-year-old Clock Tower, Sri Navasakthi Vinayagar Hindu Temple, National Museum of History, National Botanical Gardens, the Sir Selwyn Selwyn Clarke Market, etc. After a short drive away from Victoria, we will take a leisurely walk around the Eden Island, which is the only man-made island in Seychelles. You can see stylish waterfront apartments, magnificent sweeping villas, super yachts and boats in this luxurious residential marina development. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: AQUA Boutique Hotel
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Day 3: Full day exploration on Mahe Island
With natural beauty in abundance, Mahe is the largest and most diverse island in the Seychelles archipelago. Today you will take a guided beach tour around Mahe, where you could see lots of awesome beaches according to your wishes, for example, Anse Intendance Beach, Anse Royale Beach, Anse a la Mouche, Anse Soleil, Beau Vallon Beach, etc. It is flexible to choose wherever you prefer to stay for a short visit. Enjoy more relaxing beach time and take some photos of the magnificent Indian Ocean views. In the afternoon, we will head to Mission Lodge with a scenic drive into cool mountains of Sans Soucis. Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking and panoramic views from the central mountainous region of Mahe. At dusk, return back and unwind in your hotel. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: AQUA Boutique Hotel
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Day 4: Boat trip to Sainte Anne Island
After breakfast, the guide will escort you to the Saint Anne Marine National Park by boat. When landing on Sainte Anne Island, you will be greeted by the giant land tortoises, roaming freely and harmlessly around you. There will be ample time for you to explore the wonderful marine life by snorkeling in the calm crystal waters on your own expense. After a tasty barbecue lunch, you may enjoy a scenic walk to discover the island on your own. Or you could just lie lazily on sandy and palm-fringed beach, basking in the sunshine. Late in the afternoon, we sail back to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Kempinski Seychelles Resort (5 stars)
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Day 5: Enjoy a leisure day on the beach of Mahe
The entire day is free for you to relax on the beautiful beach or participate in some optional water sports. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Kempinski Seychelles Resort (5 stars)
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Day 6: Transfer to Praslin by Catamaran, Visit Vallee De Mai
This morning, we will arrange for you a cruise by Catamaran from Mahe to Praslin, searching for jumping dolphins and looking out over a spectacular sea view of the Indian Ocean on the journey. As the second largest island in Seychelles, Praslin is home to one of the country’s World Heritage Site, the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve. Thanks to its mystical nature, the Vallée de Mai is reputed to be the original Garden of Eden, containing rare Coco de Mer which is the largest coconut seed in the world. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel L'Archipel (4 stars)
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Day 7: Beautiful island walk across Praslin
Today’s highlights start from a one-hour guided tour of Cousin Island. Continue to visit Curieuse Island and disembark at Baie Laraie for lunch. Then enjoy a one-hour walk on the nature trail from Baie Laraie to Anse Jose, and eventually stay at Anse Jose for leisure beach time. You will spend a blissful day in those fascinating nature reserves. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel L'Archipel (4 stars)
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Day 8: Self-exploration on Praslin
Today you are advised to explore an uninhabited island on your own, Saint-Pierre, which is a perfect destination for water activities. Visitors could see vibrant marine life when snorkeling or diving amid the limpid water. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel L'Archipel (4 stars)
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Day 9: Travel around La Digue Island by bike
In the morning, you will depart from Praslin and board the community ferry to La Digue. As there are smooth paths and virtually no traffic, bicycle is the most popular transport on La Digue. Today you can discover its real traditional charms at your own pace by riding a bike. Upon arriving at the jetty, you will be welcomed by our local representative to get a bicycle and brief safety introduction. Please feel free to consult the representative if you have any query regarding the island attractions or lunch arrangement. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: La Digue Island Lodge
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Day 10: Guided hiking to Anse Source D’Argent
We will arrange for you a walking tour to discover the Union Estate Park, where you could appreciate a working coconut plantation and learn the colonial history of the Seychelles. Our expert guide will assist you to go through the hiking trail and finally reach Anse Source D'Argent, one of the most photographed beaches in the Seychelles. This afternoon is free for you to experience more authentic island living moments. Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: La Digue Island Lodge
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Day 11: Ferry back to Mahe, Flight home
This is your last day in Seychelles. You will set off in the early morning and take ferry from La Digue to Mahe, via Praslin. Later, our driver will send you to the airport according to your outbound flight schedule. We wish you a pleasant journey back home! Meals: Breakfast
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