Itinerary
- Day 1
Bridgetown
Your Caribbean adventure starts in Bridgetown, Barbados. After arriving at the airport, you'll be transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht. The ship departs at 9:00 PM, so you'll have time to settle into your cabin, grab dinner, and get oriented before heading out to sea.
- Day 2
Soufrière, St. Lucia
In Soufrière, St. Lucia, you have two options for the day. You can take the included excursion to Sulphur Springs and soak in the natural mud bath, or if you're up for more of a challenge, there's the Tet Paul Nature Trail hike which rewards you with views of The Pitons. Both give you a real sense of what the island has to offer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Sulphur Springs, the Caribbean's only drive-in volcano, with local guide
- Therapeutic mud baths in warm mineral pools at Sulphur Springs Park
Optional Activities
- Tet Paul Nature Trail hike (EmeraldACTIVE, strenuous, 2 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Sulphur Springs The Pitons Diamond Falls Tet Paul Nature Trail - Day 3
Îles des Saintes
Today brings you to Îles des Saintes, a small archipelago with a unique French-Caribbean feel. The islands have distinctive stone buildings and white-sand beaches worth exploring on your own. Fort Napoleon sits here as an optional excursion if history interests you, offering insight into the islands' colonial past.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Fort Napoleon and views of paradise (DiscoverMORE, moderate, 3 hours) - includes drive past colorful houses, exploration of fort and Princess Caroline Garden, visit to local church, and village stroll
Landmarks/POIs Fort Napoleon Princess Caroline Garden - Day 4
Falmouth Bay, Antigua
Falmouth Bay on Antigua is your stop, where historic plantation mansions dot the landscape. Nelson's Dockyard, a UNESCO World Heritage site from the 18th century, is the main draw. You'll find boutiques, bars, and restaurants there, making it easy to spend several hours walking around and taking in the colonial architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Antigua Canopy Adventure (DiscoverMORE, strenuous, 3 hours 30 minutes) - zipline eco-tour with 13 ziplines ranging from 52 to 328 feet through rainforest gorge
- Highlights of Antigua (DiscoverMORE, moderate, 3 hours) - guided tour from St. John's to Nelson's Dockyard with scenic drive through countryside and boat tour around English Harbour
Landmarks/POIs Nelson's Dockyard English Harbour - Day 5
Nevis and Saint Kitts
You're visiting Nevis and Saint Kitts, two islands in the Lesser Antilles with largely untouched beaches. Georgian-style buildings reflect the islands' history, and you'll see remnants of old sugar plantations. The casual beachside eateries are perfect for lunch, offering local food in laid-back settings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- The Botanical Gardens of Nevis (DiscoverMORE, moderate, 2 hours 30 minutes) - explore Montpelier Estate Botanical Gardens in Charlestown, a 5-acre sanctuary with natural splendor and cultural heritage
Landmarks/POIs Montpelier Estate Botanical Gardens - Day 6
Saint-Barthélemy
Saint-Barthélemy, the French island, offers beautiful beaches and a different vibe from what you've seen so far. Historic wooden houses and luxury estates are scattered around, and Gustavia, the capital, has shops and restaurants worth checking out. It's a more upscale feel compared to the other islands.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Driving tour around the island (DiscoverMORE, easy, 2 hours 15 minutes) - non-narrated tour through stunning landscapes with stops at Colombier Viewpoint, Flamands Beach, and St. Jean Bay
- Colombier Bay and Snorkelling (DiscoverMORE, moderate, 2 hours) - snorkelling adventure exploring crystal-clear waters at Colombier Bay and Gros Ilets
- Catamaran Escape (DiscoverMORE, moderate, 3 hours) - sail along coastline with hour of leisure at Colombier Bay for swimming and relaxing
Landmarks/POIs Gustavia Colombier Viewpoint Flamands Beach St. Jean Bay Eden Rock hotel Colombier Bay Gros Ilets - Day 7
Anguilla to Marigot
Today you're cruising to Anguilla, the northernmost British Leeward Island. The ship will serve a BBQ lunch on board, giving you time to relax before arriving in Marigot late in the evening. Anguilla is popular for diving and snorkelling if you want to plan activities ahead of time.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (BBQ lunch on board), Dinner
Included Activities
- BBQ lunch on board (EmeraldPLUS)
Landmarks/POIs Anguilla - Day 8
Marigot
After breakfast, head into Marigot to explore this Caribbean island where French and Dutch influences blend together. You'll walk through colonial streets and check out local shops and markets. By afternoon, you'll head back to the yacht to prepare for the second half of your cruise through the Leeward Islands.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Marigot - Day 9
Anguilla
Back in Anguilla, you have time for diving, snorkelling, and glass-bottomed boat rides to see the underwater life. There's an optional snorkelling excursion to Little Bay and Sandy Island if you want something organized, or you can arrange activities independently based on your interests.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Little Bay & Sandy Island Snorkel (DiscoverMORE, easy, 4 hours) - must be pre-booked, sail to two picturesque treasures with soft white sand and clear shallows for snorkelling among vibrant marine life or sunbathing
Landmarks/POIs Little Bay Sandy Island - Day 10
Virgin Gorda to Norman Island
Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands is famous for The Baths, where massive granite boulders create natural pools and grottoes. You'll choose between the easier included option or a more demanding excursion depending on your fitness level. In the afternoon, the yacht sails to Norman Island, so you'll have time to settle in before departing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- The Baths - explore sea caves and unique rock formations, swim and relax, enjoy refreshing fruit smoothie at Top of the Baths
Optional Activities
- The Baths (EmeraldACTIVE, strenuous, 4 hours) - wade through knee-deep water of sea caves, learn about boulder origins and rock formation names, enhanced experience vs standard included option
Landmarks/POIs The Baths Norman Island - Day 11
Jost van Dyke
Jost van Dyke, the smallest of the main British Virgin Islands, is your arrival point. Lush greenery and rolling hills cover the island. Later there's a BBQ lunch on an equipped beach with live music, giving you a real island experience with entertainment and fresh food right by the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band), Dinner
Included Activities
- BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band (EmeraldPLUS)
Landmarks/POIs Bubbly Pool - Day 12
Anegada
Anegada, the only coral island in the British Virgin Islands, offers miles of white sandy beaches and clear turquoise water. You'll see rare wildlife here including rock iguanas and flamingos, which you won't find on the other islands. A shuttle to Cow Wreck Beach is included, so that's an easy spot to head to for swimming and exploring.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Shuttle to Cow Wreck Beach
Landmarks/POIs Cow Wreck Beach - Day 13
Saba
Saba, part of the Caribbean Netherlands, lives up to its nickname as the 'Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean.' At five square miles, it's small but packed with lush landscapes and diverse marine life. The hiking trails here are world-class, and if you're into nature, this day will feel different from the beach-focused stops.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Scenic Saba Island tour (DiscoverMORE, easy, 3 hours) - travel through winding roads showcasing stunning landscapes and dramatic cliffs, explore The Bottom (capital) and Windwardside village, view Mount Scenery (highest point in Dutch Kingdom) from base
Landmarks/POIs The Bottom Windwardside Mount Scenery - Day 14
Saint-Barthélemy
You're back in Saint-Barthélemy for another day. With your second visit, you can go deeper into exploring the pristine beaches, historic wooden houses, and luxury estates. Gustavia remains worth another walk around for the shops and restaurants you might have missed the first time.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Driving tour around the island (DiscoverMORE, easy, 2 hours 15 minutes) - non-narrated tour through stunning landscapes with stops at Colombier Viewpoint, Flamands Beach, and St. Jean Bay
- Colombier Bay and Snorkelling (DiscoverMORE, moderate, 3 hours) - sail along coastline with hour of leisure at Colombier Bay for swimming and relaxing, explore underwater ecosystem
- Catamaran Escape (DiscoverMORE, moderate, 3 hours) - sail along coastline viewing mega yachts, hour of leisure at Colombier Bay for swimming and relaxing with book
Landmarks/POIs Gustavia Colombier Viewpoint Flamands Beach St. Jean Bay Colombier Bay - Day 15
Marigot Disembarkation
Your cruise ends in Marigot. After disembarking from the Emerald Cruises yacht, you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight home or onward travel. Pack the night before and have everything ready so the departure runs smoothly.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE tour on disembarkation day (verify availability with Shore Excursion Manager onboard)
