Itinerary
- Day 1
Bridgetown
Your Caribbean cruise kicks off in Bridgetown, Barbados where you'll get transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht. After boarding, you'll have time to settle in before the ship sets sail at 11:00 PM, so you can explore the vessel and get familiar with the layout.
- Meals
- Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Bridgetown - Day 2
Speightstown
The yacht docks in Speightstown on Barbados's northwestern coast. This small port has colorful buildings, local shops, and art galleries scattered throughout. You're free to wander around on your own or sign up for one of the optional excursions available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Harrison's Cave and Andromeda Botanical Gardens excursion (3.5 hours, Moderate activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Speightstown Harrison's Cave Andromeda Botanical Gardens - Day 3
Kingstown, St. Vincent
You'll arrive in Kingstown, St. Vincent, where mountains and water create a nice backdrop. There's a choice here: take the included tour of the botanical gardens and nearby villages, or go for the EmeraldACTIVE snorkeling and swimming option if you prefer getting in the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- The best of St. Vincent - guided tour of St. Vincent Botanical Gardens, Marriaqua Valley, Montreal Gardens, and local villages (2 hours 30 minutes, Moderate activity level)
Optional Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling catamaran excursion - northwestern coast of Kingstown with stops at Richmond and beach swimming (3 hours 30 minutes, Moderate activity level)
Landmarks/POIs St. Vincent Botanical Gardens Montreal Gardens Marriaqua Valley - Day 4
Bequia
Bequia is your stop for the day, a relaxed island with genuine Caribbean character. Walk through the town at your own pace, try some local food, and get a sense of the friendly atmosphere. It's a good day to slow down and just soak in the island vibe.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bequia scenic tour - harbor drive, Mt. Pleasant for panoramic views, and island fishing activities viewing (2 hours 30 minutes, Easy activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Bequia Mt. Pleasant - Day 5
Mayreau
Mayreau has white-sand beaches and clear water, so you've got options depending on your mood. Spend time relaxing on the beach, get in for some snorkeling, or hike up to the island's highest point if you want views across the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band), Dinner
Included Activities
- BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band
Landmarks/POIs Mayreau - Day 6
Union Island
Union Island is known for its clear turquoise water and laid-back feel. You'll spend the day swimming and snorkeling right off the yacht using the onboard marina equipment, so you can come and go from the water as you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming and snorkeling off the yacht using Emerald Cruises marina toys
Landmarks/POIs Union Island - Day 7
Tobago Cays
The Tobago Cays are an archipelago with clear water and coral reefs perfect for snorkeling and swimming. Kayaking is another option to get around. Petit Tabac island in this group was a filming location for Pirates of the Caribbean, so it's got some fun history attached.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming off the yacht and use of Emerald Cruises marina toys
Landmarks/POIs Tobago Cays Petit Tabac - Day 8
Bridgetown to St. Barth
You're back in Bridgetown in the morning, and after breakfast you can check out the city and its cultural sites and food scene. By afternoon, you'll head back to the yacht to start the second part of the cruise heading toward the Eastern Caribbean and St. Barth.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Bridgetown - Day 9
Soufrière, St. Lucia
Soufrière, the former capital of St. Lucia, is your port. You can either take the guided tour of the Sulphur Springs and mineral baths, or join the EmeraldACTIVE hiking trip up Tet Paul Nature Trail where you'll see views of The Pitons.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- The essence of St. Lucia - scenic drive through Soufrière, tour of Sulphur Springs (Caribbean's only drive-in volcano), and therapeutic mud baths (1 hour 30 minutes, Moderate activity level)
Optional Activities
- Stairways to The Pitons - Tet Paul Nature Trail hiking with cultural history and exotic horticulture (2 hours, Strenuous activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Sulphur Springs The Pitons Tet Paul Nature Trail Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens - Day 10
Îles des Saintes
Îles des Saintes is a small archipelago of eight islands with a distinct French-Caribbean character. Stone buildings, white-sand beaches, and charming villages are what you'll see as you walk around exploring the islands.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Fort Napoleon and views of paradise - drive past multi-colored houses, explore Fort Napoleon (originally built for defense against British invasions), Princess Caroline Garden, local church and village streets (3 hours, Moderate activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Fort Napoleon Princess Caroline Garden - Day 11
Falmouth Bay, Antigua
Falmouth Bay on Antigua is a calm harbor with historic plantation mansions around it. Nelson's Dockyard, a UNESCO World Heritage site from the 18th century, is the main stop here, where you'll find naval history, shops, bars, and restaurants to check out.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Antigua Canopy Adventure - eco-tour with suspension bridge crossing and 13 ziplines (52 to 328 feet) above rainforest gorge (3 hours 30 minutes, Strenuous activity level)
- Highlights of Antigua - scenic drive through tropical countryside and villages to Nelson's Dockyard, UNESCO World Heritage site tour, and boat tour of English Harbour highlighting historical landmarks (3 hours, Moderate activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Nelson's Dockyard English Harbour - Day 12
Nevis and Saint Kitts
Nevis and Saint Kitts are twin islands in the Lesser Antilles. Nevis, being smaller, has unspoilt beaches, Georgian architecture, remnants of sugar plantations, and casual beach restaurants where you can grab a meal and enjoy the quieter pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activities
- The Botanical Gardens of Nevis - Montpelier Estate Botanical Gardens in Charlestown, a 5-acre sanctuary exploring the estate's colonial history and botanical biodiversity (2 hours 30 minutes, Moderate activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Montpelier Estate Botanical Gardens - Day 13
St. Barth (Gustavia)
Saint-Barth is a French island with nice beaches, hills, historic wooden houses, and luxury estates. Head to Gustavia where you'll find jewelry shops, high-end fashion boutiques, and restaurants serving good food if you want a more upscale experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Driving tour around the island - private van non-narrated tour of stunning landscapes, villages, beaches, Colombier Viewpoint, Flamands Beach, St. Jean Bay, and Atlantic coast (2 hours 15 minutes, Easy activity level)
- Colombier Bay and Snorkelling - crystal-clear water snorkeling in Colombier Bay and Gros Ilets with colorful fish, coral formations, and diverse marine species (2 hours, Moderate activity level)
- Catamaran Escape - cruise St. Barth's coastline with views of majestic mega yachts, approximately 1 hour in Colombier Bay for swimming and relaxation, then return to Gustavia for exploration (3 hours, Moderate activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Gustavia Colombier Viewpoint Flamands Beach St. Jean Bay Colombier Bay Gros Ilets - Day 14
Anguilla to Marigot
Anguilla, the northernmost British Leeward Island, is known for diving and snorkeling with white-sand beaches and turquoise water. You'll have a BBQ lunch on board, and later in the evening the yacht sails to Marigot.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (BBQ lunch on board), Dinner
Included Activities
- BBQ lunch on board
Landmarks/POIs Anguilla 
- Day 15
Marigot to Sint Maarten
Your Emerald Cruises voyage finishes in Marigot. You'll get transferred from the yacht to Sint Maarten Airport to head home or continue traveling if you're extending your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Marigot
