Itinerary
- Day 1
Bridgetown
Your Caribbean cruise kicks off in Bridgetown, Barbados. After arriving at the airport, you'll get transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht where you can settle into your cabin and get oriented. The ship departs at 11 PM, so you'll have time to explore the vessel, have dinner, and meet other passengers before you head out to sea.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Reception & Dinner)
- Day 2
Speightstown
The yacht anchors off Speightstown on Barbados's northwestern coast. This small port has colorful buildings, local shops, and art galleries to walk through. You can spend the day wandering around town at your own pace, or you can book an excursion to Harrison's Cave and Andromeda Botanical Gardens if you want a guided experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling
Optional Activities
- Harrison's Cave and Andromeda Botanical Gardens excursion (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3.5 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Harrison's Cave Andromeda Botanical Gardens - Day 3
St. Vincent
You'll dock in St. Vincent, positioned between lush mountains and blue water. Two main options here: take the included 'Best of St. Vincent' tour through botanical gardens and local villages, or go with the EmeraldACTIVE option for swimming and snorkelling along the northwestern coast by catamaran.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- The Best of St. Vincent - guided tour of St. Vincent Botanical Gardens, local villages, Marriaqua Valley, and Montreal Gardens (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes)
- Swimming and snorkelling - catamaran journey along northwestern coast with swimming at Richmond beach (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes)
Landmarks/POIs St. Vincent Botanical Gardens Montreal Gardens Marriaqua Valley Richmond - Day 4
Bequia
The yacht anchors off Bequia, a quiet island with character. You can walk around the quaint town, try local food at restaurants and cafes, and talk with locals who are known for being friendly. There's an optional scenic tour available if you want to see the harbor, Mt. Pleasant, and learn about the island's fishing traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling
Optional Activities
- Bequia scenic tour - drive through charming harbour, Mt. Pleasant for panoramic views, and fishing activities (Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes)
Landmarks/POIs Mt. Pleasant - Day 5
Mayreau
You'll anchor off Mayreau, known for white-sand beaches and clear water. This is a relaxation day, so you can lounge on the beach, go snorkelling to see what's underwater, or hike up to the island's highest point for views across the water. The yacht sets up a full beach setup with BBQ lunch and live band music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band), Dinner
Included Activities
- BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band - includes lounge chairs, beach umbrellas, and Caribbean music (Emerald PLUS experience)
Optional Activities
- Snorkelling to explore marine life
- Hiking to island's highest point for panoramic views
- Day 6
Union Island
The yacht anchors off Union Island, where the water is turquoise and the pace is laid-back. You can swim and snorkel from the yacht, use the ship's water sports equipment, or head to the white-sand beaches nearby surrounded by tropical mountains. It's a day to take things easy and enjoy the water however you prefer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling off the yacht
- Use of Emerald Cruises marina toys
- Day 7
Tobago Cays
You'll sail to Tobago Cays, an archipelago with clear water, coral reefs, and empty beaches. The day is yours to spend swimming, snorkelling, and kayaking around the islands. Petit Tabac, one of the islands outside the main reef, was used as a filming location for Pirates of the Caribbean if you want to check out that connection.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming off the yacht
- Snorkelling
- Kayaking
- Use of Emerald Cruises marina toys
Landmarks/POIs Tobago Cays Petit Tabac - Day 8
Bridgetown
Your cruise ends as you sail back to Barbados. The yacht docks in Bridgetown at 6 AM, and then you'll get transferred to the airport for your flight home or to head to your next destination. It's an early morning, so plan to get some rest the night before.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Reception & Dinner)
