Fijian Homestead & History
Cultural highlights and a garden of blooming flowers await your discovery on this lovely half-day adventure. Settle into your comfortable motorcoach and enjoy a scenic drive through sugarcane fields and swaying coconut palms en route to the South Sea Orchid Garden. Arrive at this private property and enjoy a welcome morning cup of tea served in these magical surroundings. Here, you’ll find the one of the largest collections of orchids in Fiji in addition to antiques, photographs and memorabilia dating back to when the owners’ family emigrated from Scotland to the island during colonial times. Continue on to Nadi, where the lively marketplace is the perfect spot to find colorful souvenirs. The next stop is the traditional Sabeto village, where you’re greeted with a kava ceremony followed by a cultural performance with colorful costumes. The singing of the national farewell song marks the end of this wonderful adventure. Return to port.
Special Notes:
•There are a few steps to be negotiated at the entrance to the home and village, moderate walking is involved in this tour over stepping stones and uneven ground.
•This tour is not recommended for passengers with mobility problems.
•Village visits are closed for tours on Sundays, Good Fridays and if there’s a death in the village.
•Bring cameras, sun screen, sun glasses.
Special Notes:
•There are a few steps to be negotiated at the entrance to the home and village, moderate walking is involved in this tour over stepping stones and uneven ground.
•This tour is not recommended for passengers with mobility problems.
•Village visits are closed for tours on Sundays, Good Fridays and if there’s a death in the village.
•Bring cameras, sun screen, sun glasses.
Cultural highlights and a garden of blooming flowers await your discovery on this lovely half-day adventure. Settle into your comfortable motorcoach and enjoy a scenic drive through sugarcane fields and swaying coconut palms en route to the South Sea Orchid Garden. Arrive at this private property and enjoy a welcome morning cup of tea served in these magical surroundings. Here, you’ll find the one of the largest collections of orchids in Fiji in addition to antiques, photographs and memorabilia dating back to when the owners’ family emigrated from Scotland to the island during colonial times. Continue on to Nadi, where the lively marketplace is the perfect spot to find colorful souvenirs. The next stop is the traditional Sabeto village, where you’re greeted with a kava ceremony followed by a cultural performance with colorful costumes. The singing of the national farewell song marks the end of this wonderful adventure. Return to port.
Special Notes:
•There are a few steps to be negotiated at the entrance to the home and village, moderate walking is involved in this tour over stepping stones and uneven ground.
•This tour is not recommended for passengers with mobility problems.
•Village visits are closed for tours on Sundays, Good Fridays and if there’s a death in the village.
• Please wear comfortable flat-soled shoes, clothing suited to the weather conditions, bring a hat, plenty of bio-degradable sunscreen and fill your water bottle before leaving the ship.
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Location
Lautoka
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Tour Code
LA1030
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Duration
4 hours
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Price
Adult from $139.99
Children (12 & under) from $129.99
- Snack included!
- New!
Photography
Refreshments
Special Notes
•There are a few steps to be negotiated at the entrance to the home and village, moderate walking is involved in this tour over stepping stones and uneven ground. •This tour is not recommended for passengers with mobility problems. •Village visits are closed for tours on Sundays, Good Fridays and if there’s a death in the village. •Bring cameras, sun screen, sun glasses.
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