• Kampala - Day tour itinerary: Begin in the Kampala CBD and extend your tour to the suburbs.
  Explore up-town Kampala attractions such as: The Independence Monument, Mutesa II Monument, World War II Monument, the Parliamentary Building, Bank of Uganda (established in 1966), Uganda National Cultural Centre (since December 1959), and Kampala Capital City Authority (headquarters). Make a stop at Nakasero Market: Founded in 1895, initially located at Lubiri and moved to its current city center location in 1905. Enjoy views of Hindu temples like Shree Swaminarayan Mandir and other cultural landmarks.

• Kabaka’s Palace - Continue to the Buganda Kingdom and visit the Kabaka’s (king’s) Palace; see the Idd Amin Armory, a historic machine gun, the palace pictorial, and explore Buganda’s rich history with a drive past Kabaka’s Lake. The Buganda trail includes the Nantawetwa monument, built exclusively for the King and only opened when he travels from the palace to the Buganda Parliament. Drive along the Royal Mile; see Bulange (Buganda Parliament), Kabaka’s monument, Zakaria Kisingiri House, and the Buganda Clan Symbols.

• Gaddafi National Mosque - Drive through 1980s-era Kampala and stop at Gadhafi Mosque; a gift to Uganda from the late Col. Muammar Gadhafi. Climb the tower (minaret) for a 360-degree view of the city’s famous 7 Hills, including Fort Lugard (established in 1800 by Capt. Fredrick Lugard) and Old Kampala Senior Secondary School (over 60 years old, with Rwanda’s President Kagame as a former student).

• Kasubi Tombs - Visit the Kasubi Tombs (a UNESCO World Heritage Site): This is a renowned spiritual site for the Baganda, where traditional and cultural practices have been preserved over time. It serves as a significant burial ground for the last four Kings of Buganda, making it a cultural center for the Royal family. Traditional rituals related to Buganda culture are held here.

• Makerere University - From Kasubi, drive through Makerere University on a sightseeing tour: This iconic academic institution is Uganda’s largest and oldest (since 1922) and Africa’s third oldest university. At Makerere, see landmarks such as the Old University Library (established in 1949) and the Main Administration Building (since 1941), along with the Education monument.

• Baha’i Temple - On the way to the Baha’i Temple, drive via Kalerwe Market – the second largest local market; you may stop for a few pictures or to purchase fresh fruits.
  Approach Kikaya Hill and explore the Baha’i Temple and Baha’i Faith in Uganda: This is the only Baha’i temple in Africa, located northeast of Kampala. Access the temple for a moment of self-meditation and take pictures in the lush gardens.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: THE TEMPLE IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS.

• Uganda Museum - IMPORTANT NOTICE: THE MUSEUM IS CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS AND WILL REOPEN IN LATE 2025.

Stop at the Uganda National Museum: East Africa’s first and oldest museum (inaugurated by the British government in 1908 and moved to its current site in 1954).

This serves as a summary of the rest of Uganda.

• Uganda Martyrs Shrine - Break for lunch at a restaurant and continue.

Afterward, make a final stop at The Uganda Martyrs Shrine – a major site where the martyrs were persecuted to death between 1885 and 1887 on orders of Kabaka Mwanga II of Buganda. This site is a popular pilgrimage destination in Africa (every 3rd June, hundreds of thousands visit for pilgrimage). Be guided to The Basilica (constructed over 9 years from 1967 until June 3, 1975, and sanctified on February 7, 1993, by the then Pope). Three Papal visits to the Martyrs’ Shrine have been recognized: Pope Paul VI (1969), Pope John Paul II (1993), and recently Pope Francis (2015) – all have visited this religious site. You will also visit the Martyrs Museum and the Holy Water Lake.

After an informative tour of the shrine, return to the hotel or your preferred location within Kampala.

• Private transport in a 4WD Minibus
• An English-speaking driver-guide
• Entrance fees at selected stopovers
• Local lunch and mineral water on tour

• Tips and gratuities
• Expenses of a personal nature
• Soft drinks and alcohol

Kampala, the capital of Uganda, is divided into five divisions: Central, Kawempe (North), Makindye (South), Nakawa (East), and Rubaga (West). This tour offers the most convenient and secure way to discover Kampala, its residents, history, and economic activities. It is a privately guided tour, providing personalized service and an authentic experience, leaving you with stories to tell!

Tour Highlights

• Historical monuments of Kampala
• Indian and Baha’i temples
• Buganda Kingdom Palace
• Gadhafi National Mosque
• Kasubi Royal Tombs
• Makerere University
• Uganda National Museum
• Uganda Martyrs Shrine
• The Martyrs Museum
• Enjoy a local meal
• View the seven hills of Kampala

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.