Durban

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.

Three Religions Tour
Tour Code: DUR-003
Duration: 3 hours
Retail Value: $109.00
Price: Free

Experience the diverse religious legacy of Durban during this scenic and informative mosque, cathedral and temple tour.

Depart the pier for the brief drive to the drop-off point at Durban's Victoria Street Market. From here, you will take a short stroll to the Juma Musjid Muslim Mosque. Built in the early-1890s and rebuilt in 1927, the mosque features a unique blend of Islamic décor and Union period vernacular architecture. Upon arrival, you will take a guided tour inside the mosque.

Next, you will walk to the St. Emmanuel Catholic Cathedral. Built in 1904, this magnificent cathedral features beautiful architectural accents. The cross, carved out of Carrara marble from Italy, was a gift from the Empress Eugenie, wife of Napoleon III of France. The cathedral remains one of Durban's most renowned landmarks to this day.

En route to the cathedral, you will pass through the historic arcaded bazaar built in 1927. Most of the upper level provides shade to the traders below, and the narrowness of the arcade creates a vibrant trading and living environment in the heart of the city. The arcade runs between Grey Street and Cathedral Road, and emerges across the street from the cathedral.

Next, you will rejoin your coach for the drive to nearby Chatsworth for a visit to the Hare Krishna Temple. This 12-story building is capped by large domes of white and gold, enveloped by gold dust-coated windows, and features a spectacular blend of modern and traditional architecture. Following your guided tour of the temple, a selection of vegetarian snacks accompanied by soft drinks will be served in the temple's restaurant for before rejoining your coach for the return drive to the pier.

Please note: Shoes must be removed before entering the mosque. Knees and shoulders must be covered inside the mosque; women must also cover their heads with a scarf. This tour involves a substantial amount of walking, and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility or guests who utilize a wheelchair.

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Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.