Your tour will begin with a leisurely drive along the Gold Coast, home to many wealthy residents, and will take you to the stunning area of Bathsheba.  This is where the Atlantic surf pounds the coastline and it is a famous spot for international and local surfing competitions.  A walk on the beach is a must. Heading into the hills, you will arrive at St. John’s Church. There are stunning views from the churchyard - a perfect photo opportunity.  The church contains an interesting sculpture depicting the Madonna and Child with the infant St. John. The graveyard contains the tomb of Ferdinand Paleologus, a descendant of the Byzantine Imperial family. The present building was constructed in 1836, and the pulpit is constructed from six different kinds of wood: ebony, locust, Barbados mahogany, manchineel, oak and pine. Through sleepy country villages and sugar cane fields,  you will make your way to Sunbury House dating back to 1650. The house was destroyed by fire in 1995, and was gracefully restored and re-opened in 1996. It possesses one of the country's superior collections of antiques. The cellar houses a unique collection of antique carriages, the largest collection in the Caribbean, as well as many items used in the domestic life of the plantation. It also houses a very old collection of optical machinery and sight testing equipment, some of the first to come to the West Indies including the first lens grinding plant.  Enjoy a light deli-style lunch with a complimentary rum or fruit punch.  A short drive will take you to the airport where you will be met and assisted with your luggage and airline check-in.

Please note: There are about 20 steps to climb at Sunbury House and 10 steps down to the cellar. This tour will end with a drop off at the Grantley Adams International Airport or the Accra Beach Hotel.

Your tour will begin with a leisurely drive along the Gold Coast, home to many wealthy residents, and will take you to the stunning area of Bathsheba.  This is where the Atlantic surf pounds the coastline and it is a famous spot for international and local surfing competitions.  A walk on the beach is a must. Heading into the hills, you will arrive at St. John’s Church. There are stunning views from the churchyard   - a perfect photo opportunity.  The church contains an interesting sculpture depicting the Madonna and Child with the infant St. John. The graveyard contains the tomb of Ferdinand Paleologus, a descendant of the Byzantine Imperial family.  The present building was constructed in 1836, and the pulpit is constructed from six different kinds of wood: ebony, locust, Barbados mahogany, manchineel, oak and pine. Through sleepy country villages and sugar cane fields, you will make your way to Sunbury House dating back to 1650. The house was destroyed by fire in 1995, and was gracefully restored and re-opened in 1996. It possesses one of the country's superior collections of antiques. The cellar houses a unique collection of antique carriages, the largest collection in the Caribbean, as well as many items used in the domestic life of the plantation. It also houses a very old collection of optical machinery and sight testing equipment, some of the first to come to the West Indies including the first lens grinding plant.  Enjoy a light deli-style lunch with a complimentary rum or fruit punch.  A short drive will take you to your Windstar Hotel.

Please note: There are about 20 steps to climb at Sunbury House and 10 steps down to the cellar.

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sites in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sites, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own.

Please note:  Capacity: 1-2 guests. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private car, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 8 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests.

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sites in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sites, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own.

Please note:  Capacity: 3-6 guests. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private van, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 8 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests.

Join a welcoming and professional crew aboard a beautiful racing yacht for an engaging sailing lesson and exhilarating voyage on the Caribbean Sea. Hop aboard the 40-foot Papagayo, the island’s only race yacht, for a brief orientation by her experienced crew. You will learn how to hoist the sail, fly the jib, winch and trim the sails and then take the helm of the vessel. Enjoy the surrounding scenery while gliding across Rodney Bay’s dazzling blue waters before returning to your ship.

Please note: Guests prone to motion sickness are advised to take the necessary precaution for the sailing lesson. Life Jackets are available on board the yacht. The only day this tour may not operate is on Christmas Day. 

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sites in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sites, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own.

Please note:  Capacity: 1-2 guests. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private car, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 4 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests.

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sites in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sites, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own.

Please note:  Capacity: 3-6 guests. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private van, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 8 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests.

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sites in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sites or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own.

Please note:  Capacity: 1-2 guests. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private car, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 4 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests.

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sites in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sites, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own.

Please note:  Capacity: 3 - 6 guests. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person). This tour includes transport in a private van, driver and English Speaking Guide. Itinerary can be adjusted with tour guide as long as it’s in the area and does not exceed the duration of 4 hours. Recommended for physically challenged guests.

Once considered the dessert for monarchs and aristocrats, chocolate has since filtered through to the mainstream.  The tree to bar chocolate class at Howelton Estate features the use of St. Lucia's trinitario cocoa beans, which are treasured by renowned chocolatiers for their aromatic indulgencies on one’s senses. The class will begin with the manual grinding of cocoa nibs which have been broken down from dried trinitario beans grown on the island.  With the use of a mortar & pestle, class participants under the guidance of the house chocolatier, grind nibs until they transform into liquefied chocolate. The breakdown process can take up to 45 minutes adding in personal touches of desired flavors along the way, which makes each chocolate a unique signature bar. Throughout the class, information on the multiple benefits of the trintario chocolate is disseminated as dark chocolate is renowned for its fascinating health benefits. There is a 20-minute cooling down period to allow the liquefied chocolate to solidify after it has been put into its mold. The break will allow time for taking in the amazing views of the city, while enjoying a beverage from the Cellar Bar or browsing the duty free gift shop among other options. After the break, class will resume and the end result will be a beautiful 1.8 ounce (50 grams) dark chocolate bar that is foil wrapped and can be taken home as perhaps the most distinctive souvenir of St. Lucia.  

Please note: Bring US Dollars or Credit Cards (American Express, Master Card or Visa).

Be a part of St. Lucia’s rich history and culture. You will depart from the pier on a relaxing drive in an air-conditioned bus through the historic city of Castries. You will pass many buildings of historic significance and drive up the winding Morne Fortune Road for a stop at the panoramic viewpoint where you will see Castries Harbor and the northern landscape. Continuing on your tour, you will drive past the official residence of the island’s governor-general before arriving at Eudovic’s art studio, known for its exquisite local woodwork and intricate carvings. You will see an actual woodcarving demonstration and have the opportunity to purchase a souvenir. You will then take a scenic drive through the countryside to the Fond Latisab Creole Park. Experience such local traditions as cassava bread making, cooking on macambou leaves, see authentic 2-handed sawing to the rhythm of a shak shak band and participate and learn the Creole folk dance. 

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring your camera, sunscreen and US cash if you wish to purchase souvenirs.

St. Lucia, known as the Helen of West Indies is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean.  Depart your ship for a time spent enjoying the amazing scenery that this island has to offer with a stop at a 150-year-old Colonial home overlooking the capital city of Castries, Castries harbor and the northern landscape.  This excursion will take you through small communities giving you an insight into island living, while taking in the scenery around you.  Drive past the islands only 18-hole golf course located in Cap Estate at the very northern end of St. Lucia. Your journey will continue to the historic Morne Fortune with a visit to St. Marks, a 150-year-old colonial home.  Here, you will receive a guided tour and learn all about the history of this house.  Enjoy a local snack and a refreshment before heading out onto the balcony for a photo opportunity not to be missed.  Take in the sights of the Castries harbor and panoramic view of the northern landscape.  On a clear day, even the neighboring island of Martinique can be seen.  As you get ready to board your bus, and head back to your ship, leave with the memories of time spent on this simply beautiful island.
 
Please note: Bring along sunscreen, cameras, insect repellent and US currency. Wear cool comfortable clothing, and flat rubber-soled shoes. All guests must be in good health and physical condition, not suffering from heart, respiratory or other conditions or from back, leg, hip, or neck conditions.
 

 

 

 

 

Depart the port and drive through the city of Castries to the Rainforest located along the east coast of St. Lucia near the fishing village of Dennery. At the Welcome Centre situated in the heart of the rainforest you will be given a safety briefing and geared up for the ride. Although this ride does not demand physical ability, the adrenaline rush is like no other. It is a rocket ride from between 30 feet to 130 feet off the forest floor on just over 4,000 feet of cables suspended between platforms. During the course you will encounter 2 fun net bridges to access the next platform. The course is a system of integrated cables and rigging carefully designed to deliver a thrill safely. Between zips there is plenty of time for a unique view of the forest, the birds and plants that inhabit it. This Tree Top Canopy Adventure Tour is fun for the whole family and it is a Caribbean memory you will talk about long after your holiday is over.

Please note: Wear closed sandals (with rubber soles) or trainers – NO flip flops/slippers. People with heart conditions are not encouraged to participate in this tour. Each participant must sign a disclaimer before participating on the tour.

 

 

If you fancy following in Captain Jack Sparrow's footsteps, this tour is for you.  You will board a boat in Kingstown and hear a brief history of the town as you follow the spectacular west coast of St.Vincent.  Head out to sea for your hunt to discover the beauty of their marine mammals.  You will look out for dolphins and whales that bask in the tropical waters.  Often seen are Bottle nose, Spinner and Common Dolphins and there is also the chance of spotting Pilot, Humpback or Sperm Whales.  Cruise into the bay where the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean" was filmed. Next it will be time for a swim at one of the islands many black-sand beaches. The sand is rumored to have healing properties due to the high mineral content, so don't waste time diving in. You will cruise along the lovely coastline on the way back to the ship.

Please note: Wear your swimsuit under your clothing and bring a towel, hat, sunscreen and your camera.

Please note: Remember your sunblock and beach towels. You may bring along your own snorkel gear from the yacht and you will be taken ashore by small boat as it is illegal to anchor on the reef.

Discover the scents and aromas of the “Isle of Spice” on this full day sightseeing tour by motor coach. Your driver will follow the picturesque West Coast, rich in history and color, to the Diamond Chocolate Factory in Victoria, which produces the Jouvay chocolate ranked by the National Geographic in the top 10 of the Best Chocolate in the World. You will learn how chocolate (tree to bar) is produced and exported.  A delicious chocolate tasting and sampling will conclude this enjoyable visit to one of the most amazing sites in the Caribbean. Next, drive north for a magnificent view of the Grenadine Islands to the fishing town of Sauteurs, located at the northern point of the island. Arrive at Lake Antoine, a shallow crater lake formed by the collapsed cone of a volcano which hosts a wide variety of wildlife, then on to a delicious Creole lunch served at the restaurant of the plantation. Leaving the restaurant you will return to the pier through the rainforest over the mountains with a stop at Grand Etang, home of the mona monkey, and Annandale Fall where you can take a short walk through the stunning gardens.

 

Please note:  Tour order may vary and taking photos or videos inside the nutmeg factory is not allowed.

 

 

 

The Balthazar River nestled in an exotic tropical rainforest is fed from sources deep in the island’s interior. Here is your opportunity to have a thrilling river tubing experience on what is known locally as the “Great River.”   You will take a 45-minute journey from St. George’s through the scenic hilly interior of the Grand Etang Rainforest Reserve to the Balthazar Estate. Your arrival will be followed by a safety briefing before you’ll be equipped with a life vest, modified inner tube, and a paddle. You will be accompanied by guides as you gently spin and swirl in the river currents. Marvel at the exotic views of tropical vegetation and wildlife as your thrilling river ride progresses. Several pools along the way provide the perfect opportunity to catch your breath. Finally sample a much-deserved rum punch or local fruit juice. All too soon, it’s time to return to the ship.

Please note:  River levels vary according to the amount of rainfall and may affect operation of the tour. Wear your swimsuit and bring along a towel and water shoes. Participants need to be physically fit and there is a weight limit of 230 lbs.

The Tower Estate is a unique property that is known as the Downton Abbey of Grenada. This estate has been the home of the Slinger Family since the mid 1940’s and is a beautiful 107-year-old historic Victorian-style great house that sits atop a small peak in the Parish of St. George.  It boasts a 1-1/2-acre lush tropical ornamental flower garden, surrounded by flowering trees, shrubs, vegetables, fruit trees and the island’s world-famous array of spices.  The magnificent stone and wood building features mahogany ceilings, hand-crafted paneled walls, furnished with period antiques, reminiscent of yesteryear and adorned with a unique collection of maps and prints that hold the keys to rich, historical stories of Grenada. Your tour will include a tour of the garden and the house where you will enjoy light snacks that will include Grenada's famous chocolate and incredible blue tea. 

 

Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility issues due to the garden visit and the amount of time spent standing.