Stone town walking tour Private tour
ID: GYG646217-1071030
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore Stone Town’s history and culture through walking tours. Visit landmarks like House of Wonders, Old Fort, and Darajani Market. And deepen your appreciation for this unique UNESCO heritage site
Embark on a captivating walking tour of Stone Town, Zanzibar, with Activity Y, revealing the UNESCO World Heritage site’s rich history and vibrant culture.
1. House of Wonders: Begin at the magnificent House of Wonders, showcasing Arabic and European architectural fusion with tales of its pioneering electricity and elevators in East Africa.
2. Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe): Step into history at the formidable Old Fort, its coral walls steeped in centuries of defense history and now a cultural hub.
3. Sultan’s Palace Museum (Beit al-Sahel): Explore the opulent Sultan’s Palace Museum, offering insights into Zanzibar’s royal legacy through exquisite carvings and royal artifacts.
4. Darajani Market: Dive into the vibrant Darajani Market, alive with local flavors, colors, and crafts, a sensory delight of Zanzibari life.
5. Forodhani Gardens: As dusk falls, savor the culinary delights of Forodhani Gardens, indulging in Zanzibari specialties amidst a lively waterfront ambiance.
6. Guided Insights: Engage with local guides sharing intriguing stories, historical contexts, and cultural nuances, enriching your experience at every stop.
7. Cultural Appreciation: Develop a profound respect and admiration for Stone Town’s customs, traditions, and diverse heritage, fostering meaningful connections.
Highlights
- Engage with local guides sharing intriguing stories, historical context.
- Dive into the vibrant local market, alive local flavor, color and crafts.
- Showcasing Arabic and European architectural fusion with tales.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The customer will come in main gate of the old fort where they can meet a guide to start the tour
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.