5 Days Mauritius Tour Package

Your Mauritius holiday begins the moment you land, with a warm welcome waiting for you after you clear arrivals. Mauritius has built its reputation as one of the Indian Ocean's most sought-after island destinations for good reason—turquoise lagoons, white sand beaches, and a melting pot of Creole, Indian, Chinese, and French influences that show up everywhere from the architecture to the food. Day one is intentionally unhurried: settle into your hotel room, catch up on rest after your flight, or if you're feeling adventurous, head out in the evening to explore nearby beaches, boutiques, and seaside restaurants. Fresh Mauritian seafood—think grilled marlin, octopus curry, or a simple catch-of-the-day—is well worth seeking out on your first night, setting the tone for the island-hopping and sightseeing still ahead.

After a hearty breakfast, you'll set off on a full-day guided tour of northern Mauritius — one of the richest regions on the island for culture, architecture and local life. The tour starts in Port Louis, Mauritius's bustling capital, where the Le Caudan Waterfront mixes shopping, dining and harbor views with a distinctly Mauritian energy. From there, you'll pass Cap Malheureux's iconic red-roofed church, one of the most photographed landmarks on the island, before taking in the city's working mosque and its Anglican and Catholic cathedrals—a reminder of just how multicultural Mauritius really is. Port Louis also holds onto its French colonial past, visible in buildings like the Government House and the Municipal Theatre, both still in active government use today. There's time for a stop at Riche Terre Mall, and as the day winds down, the city's restaurants, shops, and casinos offer an easy way to spend the evening before heading back to your hotel.

Breakfast sets you up for a full day exploring southern Mauritius, a part of the island known for dramatic green landscapes, quiet lagoons, and some of its most meaningful cultural sites. You'll start at Eureka House, a beautifully preserved colonial-era mansion that offers a genuine window into the island's plantation-era history. From there, the ADAMAS Diamond Factory showroom is a glittering stop for anyone curious about gem-cutting and local craftsmanship. The undisputed highlight of the day is the Sacred Lake of Grand Bassin  known locally as Ganga Talao—a crater lake considered one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites outside India, believed to be mystically connected to the Ganges River. The tour continues to Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater with sweeping views across the island's interior, and the otherworldly Valley Des Couleurs, where the earth itself shifts through shades of red, brown, and purple. To close out the day, you'll stop at local floral shopping factories, where Mauritian artisans sell handcrafted home decor, jewelry, and souvenirs well worth bringing home.
 

After breakfast, today is all about Ile Aux Cerfs, widely considered one of the most beautiful islands in the Mauritius archipelago and a must for any Mauritius holiday itinerary. Fringed by powder-white sand and framed by a shallow, impossibly blue lagoon, Ile Aux Cerfs is built for a full day of relaxation and adventure in equal measure. Beneath the surface, the island's coral reefs are home to a dazzling range of marine life, perfect for snorkeling or an easy underwater walk if you'd rather keep your head dry while still getting up close with the fish. If you're after more of an adrenaline rush, water skiing, parasailing and speedboat cruises around the lagoon are all on offer, while those happy to simply unwind can spend the day sunbathing on one of the island's postcard-perfect beaches. Either way, you'll head back to your resort in the evening with the kind of memories that define a Mauritius beach holiday.
 

Your final morning in Mauritius starts the same relaxed way the trip began with breakfast at your hotel and a last look at the island before you go. When you're ready, you'll be transferred to the airport in good time for your onward flight, taking with you a well-rounded taste of what makes Mauritius one of the Indian Ocean's most rewarding destinationsits beaches, its culture, and everything in between.
Meals: Breakfast