La Réunion Private Journey

Touch down at Roland Garros Airport and take your private transfer directly to your downtown luxury estate. Settle into your suite before starting your vacation with a private late afternoon stroll down Rue de Paris to admire the historic colonial architecture. Conclude your evening at the Barachois seafront, enjoying a romantic sunset dinner by the beach. ● Activities: Historic architectural walk along Rue de Paris and sunset beach exploration at the Barachois seafront. ● Meals: Welcome sunset dinner feast. ● Accommodation: LUX Saint Gilles Resort*.

Wake up to a masterfully curated breakfast before driving your luxury SUV to Vanille Roulof, an authentic family-run vanilla plantation, to see how the world’s most prestigious vanilla is hand-pollinated and cured. After an estate lunch, journey to Niagara Falls (Cascade Niagara) to watch the torrents crash right next to sprawling sugarcane fields. ● Activities: Private vanilla plantation heritage tour and a scenic excursion to Cascade Niagara.● Meals: Gourmet hotel breakfast, plantation estate lunch, and a refined evening dinner.● Accommodation: LUX Saint Gilles Resort*.

Drive east to visit the historic 19th-century Phare de Bel-Air lighthouse overlooking the raw volcanic coastline. After a local lunch, head up the dramatic mountain roads into the Salazie Cirque to explore Hell-Bourg (voted one of the most beautiful villages). Enjoy an exclusive, intimate tour of the historic Maison Folio and its tropical gardens before heading back down to your beachfront villa. ● Activities: Tour Phare de Bel-Air, take a scenic mountain drive into Salazie Cirque, and enjoy a heritage garden tour of Maison Folio in Hell-Bourg.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel), regional lunch, and a refined evening dinner.● Accommodation: LUX Saint Gilles Resort*.

Drive into Saint-Denis for a private morning visit to the Grand Marché to browse local crafts, embroidered linens, and rare spices. In the afternoon, journey up to Grand Coude to explore France’s only tea plantation, paired with an exclusive tasting of rare forest honeys like Miel de Letchi before returning to your beachfront resort. ● Activities: VIP sensory tour of the Grand Marché and a private tea and honey tasting at the Grand Coude estate.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel), curated local lunch, and a refined evening dinner.● Accommodation: LUX Saint Gilles Resort*.

Enjoy a relaxed day centered completely around the west coast. Visit Kélonia, a world-renowned sea turtle sanctuary and rescue center, to learn about marine conservation. In the afternoon, step onto L’Ermitage Beach to rent a clear-bottom kayak or stand-up paddleboard and glide romantically over the protected coral reef lagoon. ● Activities: Private marine biology tour at Kélonia and clear-bottom kayaking over L’Ermitage Beach lagoon.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel), beachfront lunch, and an exquisite coastal dinner.● Accommodation: LUX Saint Gilles Resort*.

Embark on an early morning drive up to the dramatic Maïdo viewpoint to catch a breathtaking sunrise looking directly down into the massive, roadless Mafate Cirque. Return to the resort for breakfast, then head out from the marina for a private boat cruise with eco-certified guides to spot local bottlenose dolphins and migrating humpback whales. ● Activities: Sunrise viewing at Maïdo overlooking Mafate Cirque, followed by an exclusive whale and dolphin ocean safari.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel), premium coastal lunch, and an exquisite coastal dinner.● Accommodation: LUX Saint Gilles Resort*.

Morning check-out from hotel, after breakfast enjoy the sea breeze along the west coast beach at your own pace before transferring along the coast toward your new northern destination. In the afternoon, arrive and check-in to your new ultra-luxury cliffside retreat to spend a relaxed evening unwinding at the world-class spa facility or enjoying the panoramic infinity pool. ● Activities: Private island transit and a relaxed, unscripted leisure afternoon.● Meals: Breakfast (Lunch), curated lunch, and a refined evening dinner.● Accommodation: Blue Margouillat Seaview Hotel – RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX.

Gear up for an adventurous morning in the island’s wild interior. Transfer to Bassin Bœuf for an exhilarating half-day canyoning journey. Put on a premium wetsuit to spend the morning sliding down natural rock waterslides, zip-lining, and jumping into crystal-clear freshwater pools. ● Activities: Half-day private guided canyoning expedition at Bassin Bœuf.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel), rustic river-view lunch, and a refined evening dinner.● Accommodation: Blue Margouillat Seaview Hotel – RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX.

Morning check-out from hotel, after breakfast drive your SUV through the rugged Plaine des Sables, a completely flat desert of red and black volcanic sand that looks exactly like Mars. Peer into the active Piton de la Fournaise volcanic crater from the Pas de Bellecombe cliffside, and then go to and check-in to your final 5-star cliffside sanctuary in the south to unwind for the evening. ● Activities: Volcanic off-road drive across Plaine des Sables and crater sightseeing at Pas de Bellecombe.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel), high-altitude picnic lunch, and a refined evening dinner.● Accommodation: PALM Hotel & Spa.

Deep dive into local culture with an exclusive Creole Cooking Masterclass. Learn how to grind tropical spices using a traditional stone bassin, and cook an authentic Cari over an open wood fire to enjoy for a celebratory romantic lunch. Spend your final afternoon relaxing or shopping at your own pace. ● Activities: Private Creole Cooking Masterclass and traditional wood-fired culinary experience.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel), self-made cooking masterclass lunch, and a refined evening dinner.● Accommodation: PALM Hotel & Spa.

Enjoy your final gourmet breakfast at the hotel followed by a leisurely lunch at a premium local restaurant. Spend your final afternoon picking up island treasures before completing your final checkout. Your private executive transfer connects you back to Roland Garros Airport for your evening departure flight back home. ● Activities: Private airport transfer.● Meals: Breakfast (Hotel) Get in touch Luxury, comfort, and adventure await—reserve now Bespoke Travel Planning, Tailored to You Just one click to tell us about your escape desires and receive a personalized proposal. Get Quote Let’s Design Your Perfect Escape—Together Let’s talk about your next trip during a personalized phone interview with one of our experts. Schedule Now Luxury Travel Planning with No Obligation Our team is here to help you design a tailor-made trip that exceeds your expectations. Start My Journey Reach out to Lux Orient Travel for a personalized quote designed just for you. Experience La Réunion in unmatched comfort, style, and authenticity. Book Your Exclusive Journey Now!