Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll arrive in Réunion and meet with an agency representative who hands over your tour information and rental car documents. From there, you'll drive through the Salazie valley, taking in the waterfalls and lush surroundings before reaching Hell-Bourg for your first night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Landmarks Salazie Valley - Day 2
Salazie Cirque to La Plaine des Cafres
This morning includes a walk through the Cirque de Salazie where you can see unspoiled nature at your own pace. After lunch, you'll drive to La Plaine des Cafres and settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Walk in the Cirque de Salazie
Landmarks Cirque de Salazie - Day 3
Piton de la Fournaise Volcano
You'll head to Piton de la Fournaise volcano and hike into its interior to see the crater landscape. On your way back, stop by the volcano museum to learn about the area's geological history. Later, you'll walk through the Forêt de Bébour rainforest before driving to Sainte Rose.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike into Piton de la Fournaise volcano
- Visit volcano museum
- Explore Forêt de Bébour rainforest
Landmarks Piton de la Fournaise Forêt de Bébour 
- Day 4
Wild South to L'Entre Deux
After breakfast, you'll drive along the coast toward the Wild South where colorful landscapes and small villages dot the route. You'll pass vanilla plantations and see dramatic ocean views shaped by volcanic lava formations. The drive goes through Saint Pierre and ends in L'Entre Deux for a 2-night stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Landmarks Saint Pierre - Day 5
L'Entre Deux
Spend the day exploring this small Creole village at your own pace. Several hiking and cycling trails start here, so you can choose to go on foot or by bike to check out the surrounding countryside and local character.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hiking trails from L'Entre Deux
- Cycling trails from L'Entre Deux
Landmarks L'Entre Deux - Day 6
L'Entre Deux to Cilaos
On your way to the coast, you'll visit the Exotica botanical garden to see orchids, palm trees, and tropical plants. Then stop in Saint Pierre to walk around the beach, harbor, and shopping streets. From there, continue to Cilaos in the mountain heart of the island for a 2-night stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Exotica botanical garden
Optional Activities
- Explore Saint Pierre beach, harbor, and shopping streets
Landmarks Exotica Botanical Garden Saint Pierre - Day 7
Cilaos
Cilaos sits in a mountain setting known for thermal springs and quality hiking trails. You can explore the distinctive landscape and mountain views on your own, taking trails or relaxing at the springs depending on what appeals to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit thermal springs in Cilaos
- Hiking trails around Cilaos
Landmarks Cilaos Thermal Springs - Day 8
Cilaos to Bois de Néfles
Start by exploring the area around Cilaos early on. Later, you'll drive to Bois de Néfles and visit the Eden botanical garden where you can see plant species from across the Indian Ocean. Check in at Le Ruisseau for a 2-night stay at this typical guest house.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Eden botanical garden
Landmarks Eden Botanical Garden - Day 9
Piton Maïdo
You'll drive up to Piton Maïdo, which sits at 2,000 meters high. From the top, you'll take in panoramic views of the mountain landscape stretching across the island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Piton Maïdo viewpoint
Landmarks Piton Maïdo - Day 10
Bois de Néfles to Saint Gilles les Bains
You have the option to visit a local distillery before driving to Saint Gilles les Bains. Once there, you can relax by the charming harbor, spend time on the beaches, or sit at cafés to soak in the local lifestyle. Alternatively, head to the capital Saint Denis instead. You'll stay one night here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit local distillery
- Relax at Saint Gilles les Bains beach and harbor
- Visit capital Saint Denis
Landmarks Saint Gilles les Bains Saint Denis - Day 11
Departure
Early this morning, you'll drive to Saint Denis airport to drop off your rental car. From there, you can start any individual connecting travel plans you've arranged.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Saint Denis Airport
