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Dubai and Seychelles Holidays & Vacations: Mahe + Praslin (Indian Ocean Islands)

Dubai + Seychelles: Praslin + Mahe
Dubai and Seychelles Holidays Vacations Mahe Praslin Indian Ocean Islands
10 NIGHTS FROM:
$2,508
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
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• Dubai and Seychelles Holidays
• Burj Khalifa
• Praslin & Indian Ocean Islands
• Anse Lazio Beach
• Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
• Birdlife, Cousin Island
• Giant Tortoises, Curieuse Island
• Snorkelling, St Pierre Island
• Mahe& Indian Ocean Islands
• Seychelles Holidays & Vacations

Our luxury Dubai and Seychelles holidays & vacations combine an exciting city break with a relaxing Indian Ocean islands holiday. Go up the Burj Khalifa, the largest building in the world, bargain in the souks of Deira City & shop at the enormous Dubai Mall. Then fly to the spectacular Seychelles & enjoy island hopping between Praslin, La Digue, Mahe & other pristine islands. All light aircraft flights & transfers included.

Day 1
You will be met at Dubai Airport and transferred to your hotel in the downtown area, close to the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall.
 
Check in and relax in this modern city situated on the edge of the Arabian Desert.
Day 2
At leisure to relax and enjoy the amazing city of Dubai. If you are a sun worshipper, head to Jumeirah Beach or relax by the swimming pool of your luxury hotel.
 
Known for its luxury shopping and ultra modern architecture, Dubai has many other attractions to amaze you - including in the Burj Khalifa, at 830 m the tallest building in the world. Take a ride to the top of this incredible structure for fabulous views, and in the evening admire the water jets & lights of Dubai Fountain at its foot. You can also 'shop till you drop' at the nearby Dubai Mall, the largest in the world, with an aquarium, ice rink, many indoor and outdoor restaurants and a lovely waterfall. More incredible modern architecture can be seen along Sheikh Zayed Road, the main thoroughfare of the downtown business district.
 
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is the world's tallest hotel which is lit up at night with a wonderful display. Designed to resemble a sailing dhow, it is located on its own artificial island. The nearby Mall of the Emirates offers more amazing shopping opportunities, including an indoor ski slope with a penguin enclosure. The Palm Jumeirah, with its many luxury apartments and hotels, offers postcard views of the city skyline.
 
In Deira City you can bargain in the traditional souks (markets) found in its winding streets, including the famous Gold Souk, Perfume Souk and Spice Souk. In the evening you can enjoy a relaxing dhow dinner cruise along Dubai Creek that separates Dubai into its two cities - Deira to the north and Bur Dubai to the south.
 
You can view many of these landmarks on an optional City Tour. Other attractions include Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum House, Jumeirah & Bastakia  mosques, the Heritage and Diving Village, with its pearl diving and dhow building displays, and Ferrari World in neighbouring Abu Dhabi, which is 1.5-hours away by road.
 
Note: If you visit a mosque, you need to be covered from wrists to ankles (i.e. long sleeved top and long dress or trousers).
Day 3
This afternoon we suggest an optional shared 4x4 Desert Safari, travelling 2-hours each way into the sand dunes of the Arabian Desert.
 
On arrival in the desert, we stop on one of the highest sand dunes to view the beautiful sunset. We then continue to an authentic Bedouin campsite, where you can try your hand at camel riding and savour the local Hubbly Bubbly (water pipe). End your evening with a display of traditional belly dancing, with Arabic music and a BBQ buffet under the stars.
Day 4
Transfer to Dubai Airport for your onward flight.

Arrive at Mahe Airport in the Seychelles and transfer to your light aircraft flight to beautiful Praslin Island.
 
Check into your hotel and relax on this paradise island.
Day 5
Relax and enjoy the pristine beaches of Praslin, the second largest island in the Seychelles. You can enjoy snorkelling, diving, fishing and other watersports, as well as optional golf on the stunning 18-hole course at Lemuria.
 
Popular Cote d'Or Beach is the longest on the island, with several small shops and dive centres., whilst famous Anse Lazio Beach in the north has picturesque granite boulders, white sands and clear turquoise waters.
 
You can also visit the beautiful Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, which is the home of the gigantic Coco de Mer palm trees, whose enormous double coconut seeds resemble a woman's pelvis. This tropical forest also offers sanctuary to birds such as the endangered black parrot and the endemic bulbul.
Day 6
This morning we recommend transferring to Baie Sainte Anne Harbour to embark on a full day 3 Islands sailing adventure.
 
Our first stop is the small island of Cousin, with its pristine eco-system & nature reserve that is home to many rare birds. We continue to the mangroves of Curieuse Island Marine Park, which is home to over 100 giant tortoises that roam free, as well as giant crabs.
 
After a delicious BBQ lunch on board our yacht, we continuing to St. Pierre, a very small island that offers superb snorkelling opportunities, before returning to Praslin island.
 
Note: Take your swimming costume, towel, sunscreen & insect repellent. Minimum of 12 people required on the day to guarantee departure. Tour operates on a Tuesday and Thursday only.
Day 7
Transfer to Baie Sainte Anne Harbour this morning in good time to board the 15-minute ferry to pretty La Digue Island, the fourth largest granitic island in the Seychelles archipelago.
 
On arrival at La Digue harbour, you will be taken to the cycle shop to collect your bike. Your day is then free to independently explore this relatively less developed island, where the pace of life is slower and all transport is by bicycle or golf cart.
 
Be sure to visit Anse Source D'Argent, one of the most photographed beaches in the world with its gigantic granite boulders, palm trees and turquoise waters. It is a level 10-minute cycle ride or 40-minute walk from the village. When you arrive, don’t stop at the first cove but walk along the beach as there are many more coves that are less crowded.
 
Also visit Veuve Nature Reserve, which is home to the rare black paradise flycatcher, of which there are only about 100 left in the wild. From here enjoy views of La Digue's tallest peak - Belle Vue (or Eagle's Nest Mountain). Lunch is for your own account today, with the ferry back to Praslin island departing at 16.30 from La Digue harbour.
 
Day 8
Today fly by light aircraft from Praslin Island to Mahe.
 
You will be met at Mahe Airport and transferred to your hotel. Check in and relax on this beautiful main island of the Seychelles archipelago.
Days 9 To 10
At leisure to relax on the pristine beach of your lodge on Mahe, the largest island in the Seychelles, and enjoy swimming, snorkelling and kayaking in the crystal clear turquoise waters. Diving, deep sea game fishing and horse riding are also available.
 
Mahe island is home to the capital town of Victoria, where you can visit the beautiful Botanical Gardens which has indigenous giant tortoises that live for over 200 years - longer than any other creature on our planet. You can explore the island on an optional day tour that visits the fresh produce market with its wonderful array of spices and fresh fish, walk past 'Big Ben' and drive along the scenic San Soucis Road to the ruins of the missionary school at Mission Lodge (originally called Venn's Town), with wonderful views over the island.
 
An optional full day snorkelling excursion is available to Sainte Anne Marine Park. Tropical fish inhabit these coral reefs, where dolphins are sometimes seen, as well as sperm whale (July/August) and whale sharks (August to October). Leatherback and endangered hawksbill turtles nest on some of the beaches in December and January, with hatchlings emerging in March and April.
 
You can also take an easy 1.5-hour guided hike through beautiful Morne Seychelles National Park, ending at Anse Major Bay. From here cruise by boat to secluded Baie Ternay Marine Park for some swimming and snorkelling. There are many other wonderful walks around this island, ranging from the easy trail to Glacis Trois Freres, to the much tougher hike to Mare aux Cochons.
 
Full day optional island hopping excursion are available, travelling by ferry to neighbouring Praslin and La Digue islands. Praslin is home to the Vallee de Mai reserve, where the unique Coco de Mer palm tree is found, and where you can swim and snorkel on beautiful Anse Lazio beach. Small car-free La Digue has a quaint harbour and famous Anse Source d'Argent, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with its huge granitic boulders and clear turquoise waters.
Day 11
Transfer to Mahe Airport for your flight home.