Kampala City and Cultural Tour.
Why we love it?
The Kampala City and Cultural Tour is a comprehensive 9-hour experience designed for travelers interested in exploring the vibrant culture and history of Uganda's capital. Participants will enjoy private transportation as they visit key landmarks, interact with local communities, and sample traditional cuisine. This tour is ideal for those seeking an immersive experience that combines sightseeing with cultural exchange, making it distinctive for its focus on authentic local interactions and insights into Ugandan life. All fees and taxes are included, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
Itinerary
Step 1
Buganda Kingdom is one of the vibrant kingdoms in Uganda that is very committed to promoting cultural tourism. This trail will take you to Lubiri which is the ceremonial palace of the King of Buganda. To explore this palace you will need about two hours, Where you will be able to see Idi Amin Torture chambers where many Ugandans were murdered before visiting Kabaka’s Lake locally referred to as Akayanja ka Kabaka. This is a manmade lake that was aimed at connecting Lubiri with Lake victoria since the King was tired of commuting from his palace to go to lake victoria for swimming and canoeing. From Lubiri, you will visit Mengo which is the parliament of Buganda and later head to Kasubi Tombs, which is the burial place for the kings of Buganda.
Step 2
This Namugongo shrines is dedicated to 22 young Christian congregants who were brutally murdered by Kabaka Mwanga in [ ] for their allegiance to Christianity, they were beatified in 1920 by Pope Benedict XV and later canonized by Pope Paul VI in 1964. The 22 Martyrs are the only African saints to whom a basilica is dedicated and they are the largest group of saints ever canonized by the Catholic Church.
Every 3rd June the Catholic Church and their counterpart of Anglican persuasion flock this place from all over Africa most of them by foot to commemorate this day in honor of their Religious heroes. The unique architecture of African hut, the temple of worship in this place is a great tour destination and this same place has hosted 3 Popes
Step 3
There is no other place to visit local markets than on your Kampala city tour. Its an experience exploring city markets on foot, It is very exciting to discover how traders dealing in fruits, vegetables, food stuffs and other merchandize conduct business in a very congested place of work. Their hospitality is awesome confirming that Ugandan’s are indeed friendly people.
Here you will be able to taste on the various organic vegetables and fruits found in the Tropical Africa.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
