Excursions & day trips

Historic Stone Town – Private

Name: Historic Stone Town – Private
Brand: Musement
SKU: ca30a8dc-c0d6-41e2-ac62-2703583f4ba3
Price: 38 GBP
Availability: Discontinued

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

Entrance fees included

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Private tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Explore the highlights with the help of a guide
Help with souvenir shopping

What to expect

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town boasts African, Indian, European and Arabic influences, making it a beguiling place to explore. This half-day private tour takes you to all the highlights while your guide regales you with stories of famous inhabitants. Then polish your haggling skills at the famous shopping area with the help of your guide.

The historical buildings and winding streets will be the setting for this private tour. Your own guide will lead you around while pointing out landmarks such as Darajani Market, the main bazaar in Zanzibar, as well as the former slave market and Forodhani Gardens where you'll be greeted by views over the House of Wonders – a former sultan's palace.

Meanwhile your guide will fill you in on popular inhabitants such as Princess Salme, Farrokh Bulsara and Bi Kidude. Last but not least, you'll pass by the Old Fort before finishing up with some craft and souvenir shopping.

What's included

Private transport
Private guide
Entrance fees
Water

What to remember

A minimum of two adults are required for this excursion to take place. As this tour takes place in a predominantly Muslim society, it's important to wear loose-fitting, non-transparent clothes that cover your shoulders and legs

Provider

tui-supplier+tui-holding-spain-s-l@musement.com

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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