Eureka Colonial House & Port Louis Main Market

Eureka Colonial House & Port Louis Main Market

4.25 hours | Port Louis | M R U - 2 0 5
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Description

Points of Interest
  • Port Louis
  • Eureka Colonial House
Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Walk through the pages of history as you explore this enchanting isle. After meeting your driver and guide at the pier, you'll head to Eureka Colonial House, a magnificent 19th century estate. Wander through the rooms that contain antique furniture, old photographs, chinaware, books and rugs before rejoining your coach and continuing on through a landscape of country and city. Enjoy a photo stop at the Marie Reine de la Paix Monument, which sits atop scenic Signal Mountain, site of the Mass celebrated by Pope John Paul on his first official visit to Mauritius. Proceed to Port Louis to shop the colorful market in search of that special souvenir. Mingle with the bustling throngs of traders and shoppers who gather to bargain for spices, fruits, vegetables, grains and craftwork. More shopping awaits at Le Caudan Waterfront followed by an outside visit to Tamil Temple before returning to the ship.

Special Notes:

There are 7 terraces with 12 steps each at Marie Reine de La Paix. Guests who cannot climb all the steps can stop at the height / terrace where they are comfortable.
The current Pope (Pope Francis) also celebrated a mass at the Marie Reine de La Paix on the 09th September 2019 during his only visit to Mauritius.

Child Price:

12 years and under

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for a guided visit of Eureka Colonia House

Transport type: Air Conditioned Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 18
Travel time: 00:20
Time at site: 00:45
Free time at site: 20
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 50
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Stop at Marie Reine de la Paix

Transport type: Air Conditioned Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 18
Travel time: 00:20
Time at site: 00:20
Free time at site: 20
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 100
Steps: 82
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Visit to the Main Market of Port Louis

Transport type: Air Conditioned Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 18
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:45
Free time at site: 45
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 20
Steps: 5
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: No

Shopping at the waterfront

Transport type: Air Conditioned Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 18
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:45
Free time at site: 4
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 500
Steps: 3
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Depart from ship for a photo stop Tamil Temple

Transport type: Air Conditioned Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 18
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:15
Free time at site: 5
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 3
Steps: 2
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Re-board your mini-bus and return to your ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Mini Bus
Transport Capacity: 18
Travel time: 00:10