3 Days Discover Stone Town

Upon your arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel in the historic Stone Town. After checking in, you’ll have some time to relax before embarking on a brief introductory tour of the city. This relaxed afternoon walk will introduce you to the labyrinth of narrow streets, bustling markets, and colorful architecture influenced by Arab, Persian, Indian, and European elements. You can visit local markets and perhaps stop at a café for a taste of traditional Zanzibar coffee. In the evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, sampling some of Zanzibar’s famous seafood dishes.

After breakfast, dive deeper into Stone Town’s rich history with a full-day guided exploration. Visit the House of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib), once the Sultan’s palace, and the Old Fort, a testament to the city’s long history of defense. You will also tour the Anglican Cathedral, built on the site of the former slave market, learning about Zanzibar’s role in the spice and slave trades. After a break for lunch at a local eatery, continue with visits to Freddie Mercury’s House, celebrating the Queen frontman’s Zanzibari roots, and stroll through the Darajani Market, where you can see and buy spices, fruits, and crafts. In the late afternoon, enjoy a sunset cruise along the coastline, taking in the golden hues of the Indian Ocean. Afterward, return to the hotel for a relaxing evening.

On your final day, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading out on a morning spice tour. Zanzibar is renowned as the Spice Island, and this tour will take you to a nearby plantation where you’ll see, smell, and taste a variety of spices, including cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and vanilla. Learn about the island’s spice industry and its history as a trading hub. After the tour, you’ll return to the hotel to check out and be transferred to the airport, concluding your unforgettable Stone Town discovery.