Château Labourdonnais, Sugar Museum & Lunch

Rivière du Rempart District, Mauritius



Discover the rich heritage of Mauritius on a guided tour with hotel pickup. Explore the Château de Labourdonnais, visit L'Aventure du Sucre Museum, and enjoy a tasting and lunch.

Highlights

  • Discover the rich heritage of Mauritius on a guided tour with hotel pickup
  • Explore the Château de Labourdonnais and its lush gardens and animal park
  • Learn about the history of sugar at L'Aventure du Sucre Museum
  • Enjoy a classic tasting of tropical fruit juices, jellies, and rums
  • Savor a delicious lunch at Le Fangourin Restaurant in Beau Plan Estate

Description

Begin your day with a private hotel pickup and head to the island's northern region for a day filled with history, culture, nature, and gastronomy. Begin your exploration at the elegant Château de Labourdonnais, one of Mauritius' most treasured colonial estates. Stroll through the magnificent gardens, meet the friendly residents of the animal park, explore the underground museum, and immerse yourself in the captivating history of the estate. Conclude your experience with a classic tasting featuring 2 fresh tropical fruit juices, 4 homemade fruit jellies, and 5 carefully selected rums from the Classic and Liqueur ranges. Continue your journey at L'Aventure du Sucre, a must-visit attraction offering a completely renewed and immersive experience within a beautifully restored 19th-century sugar factory. Spread across 5,000 square meters of interactive exhibits, the museum reveals the profound connection between sugar and the soul of Mauritius. Learn about the fascinating history of the sugar industry, the extraordinary powers and uses of sugar cane, traditional and modern sugar production techniques, and a thermal power station generating electricity from sugar cane fiber. Visit an interactive distillery unveiling the secrets of Mauritian rum production. After this enriching cultural immersion, enjoy a delicious lunch at Le Fangourin Restaurant, located in the heart of the Beau Plan Estate. Nestled within a lush tropical setting, the restaurant offers a truly unique dining experience surrounded by palm trees, coconut trees, century-old flamboyant trees, and breathtaking views of the iconic Peter Both Mountain. After this enriching day of discovery, your chauffeur will be waiting to comfortably drive you back to your hotel, allowing you to relax and reflect on an exceptional Mauritian experience.

Includes

Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off by Private Chauffeur Visit to Château de Labourdonnais Access to Gardens, Animal Park & Underground Museum Classic Tasting Experience (Juices, Fruit Jellies & Rums) Interactive Sugar & Rum Discovery Experience Entry to L'Aventure du Sucre Museum Lunch at Le Fangourin Restaurant Scenic Views of Beau Plan Estate & Peter Both Mountain

Excludes

Personal expenses

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking Bring a camera to capture the scenic views Inform the chauffeur of any dietary restrictions for lunch

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