Itinerary
- Day 1
San Juan
You'll arrive in San Juan and get transferred to your Emerald Cruises yacht. After checking in and settling into your cabin, the boat docks at 23:00, so you'll have the evening to get oriented before things really get going tomorrow.
- Day 2
Culebra - Vieques
A shuttle takes you to Flamenco Beach on Culebra, where you can spend the morning on the white sand and exploring the reefs. You'll grab lunch somewhere on the island, then sail over to Vieques and check out Esperanza with its waterfront area, beaches, and local spots to eat and wander around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Shuttle to Flamenco Beach
Optional Activities
- Kayaking in the Bioluminescent Bay at Mosquito Bay, Vieques (2 hours, Moderate activity level, must be pre-booked, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Flamenco Beach Mosquito Bay - Day 3
St. John
You've got two choices here. Take an included tour of St. John Island to see the old Annaberg sugar mill ruins from the 1700s, or go for the more active option and hike through Virgin Islands National Park with swimming included. Either way, you'll be based out of Cruz Bay, which has the ferry dock, restaurants, shops, and the nice Mongoose Junction area to walk through.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- St. John Island tour with Annaberg Plantation Ruins (3 hours, Easy activity level, open-air safari transportation)
Optional Activities
- EmeraldACTIVE: National Park Hike and Swimming along Lind Point Trail to North Shore with guided nature hike and swimming at secluded beach (3 hours, Strenuous activity level)
Landmarks/POIs Annaberg Plantation Ruins Virgin Islands National Park Lind Point Trail Cruz Bay Mongoose Junction - Day 4
Jost Van Dyke
Today you're visiting Jost Van Dyke, the smallest of the main British Virgin Islands and called 'The Last Virgin Island' for a reason. White Bay Beach is where you'll spend time, with rocky areas, colorful local culture, and some really nice Caribbean views from the shoreline.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- EmeraldPLUS: BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band (lounge chairs, beach umbrellas, white sand, local music)
Landmarks/POIs White Bay Beach - Day 5
Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Philipsburg offers a mix of Dutch and Caribbean vibes with a busy port atmosphere and colonial architecture that stands out. You can walk through historic sites and check out the street market for local food, arts, and crafts. The beaches here are nice too if you want to relax after exploring.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Island tour of Saint Martin / Sint Maarten covering both Dutch and French sides with historical sites, Border Monument, Philipsburg waterfront, Marigot market, and Fort Louis (3 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Philipsburg Marigot Fort Louis Border Monument - Day 6
Saint-Barth (Gustavia)
This French Caribbean island has mountainous terrain, great beaches, and historic wooden buildings scattered around. In Gustavia, you'll find jewelry shops, boutiques, and high-end restaurants. Take time to walk the charming streets and soak in the upscale colonial feel of the place.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Driving tour around the island in a private van, non-narrated (Colombier Viewpoint, Flamands Beach, St. Jean Bay, Eden Rock hotel, Atlantic coast, 2 hours 15 minutes, Easy activity level, extra expense)
- Colombier Bay and Snorkelling at Colombier Bay and Gros Ilets with diverse marine species (2 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
- Catamaran Escape along St. Barths coastline with views of mega yachts, Colombier Bay swimming and relaxation, return to Gustavia (3 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Gustavia Colombier Viewpoint Flamands Beach St. Jean Bay Eden Rock Colombier Bay Gros Ilets - Day 7
Montserrat
Montserrat is unusual because of its volcanic history. George Martin's Air Studios used to be famous here before the 1995 volcanic eruptions changed everything and destroyed the capital Plymouth. You'll see how the island has adapted and rebuilt after such a major event.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Volcano Views, Plymouth & Montserrat Volcano Observatory tour visiting the Soufrière Hills Volcano, Montserrat Volcano Observatory for insights into life with an active volcano, the Buried City of Plymouth with volcanic ash and debris layers, and historical contrast photographs (3 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Soufrière Hills Volcano Plymouth Montserrat Volcano Observatory - Day 8
Saint John's, Antigua
After breakfast, you'll head into Saint John's to check out the cultural scene, the diverse population, and try some local food. The afternoon brings you back to the yacht for the second part of your journey, so plan your morning activities around an early afternoon return.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Saint John's - Day 9
Barbuda
Barbuda sits northeast of Antigua and is known for Pink Sandy Beach and the UNESCO Frigate Bird Sanctuary. The island has wildlife reserves and a relaxed community feel, perfect for a slower day if you want to just enjoy the peaceful Caribbean atmosphere without rushing around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Frigate Bird Sanctuary tour starting from seaside jetty with visits to historic Martello Tower (32-foot British defense base from early 1800s), Codrington founded in 1685, Two Foot Bay with Arawak Indian cave petroglyphs and cliff views, and motorboat trip to Frigate Bird Sanctuary with world's largest nesting colony of approximately 1,500 Frigate Birds (2 hours 30 minutes, Strenuous activity level, must be pre-booked, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Pink Sandy Beach Frigate Bird Sanctuary Martello Tower Codrington Two Foot Bay - Day 10
Îles des Saintes (Les Saintes)
This small group of eight tropical islands blends French and Caribbean culture in quaint towns with stone buildings and white-sand beaches. Don't skip Fort Napoleon, which is historically significant and offers great views from up top. The whole place has that intimate island-hopping feel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Fort Napoleon's and views of paradise tour with drive past multi-colored houses, exploration of Fort Napoleon originally built for defense against British invasions, stunning Princess Caroline Garden with tropical flowers and panoramic views, village charm including local church and picturesque streets with murals, boutiques, and friendly locals (3 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Fort Napoleon Princess Caroline Garden - Day 11
Deshaies, Guadeloupe
You'll visit this charming village surrounded by green hills and Caribbean waters. The locals are friendly, the natural beauty is genuine, and the cultural vibe here makes it feel like a real discovery. It's the kind of quiet Caribbean experience that doesn't get overhyped.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Tropical World Discovery tour of the Botanical Garden in Deshaies, ten-minute drive from the pier, exploring winding paths through lush oasis created by M. Michel Gaillard with exotic flora including wax rose, red ginger, bougainvillea, and orchids (3 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Botanical Garden of Deshaies - Day 12
Saint-Barth (Gustavia)
You're back at this French Caribbean island with its mountains, beaches, and colonial estates. Gustavia's jewelry shops, fashion boutiques, and gourmet restaurants give you plenty to do. Spend time walking around and getting a feel for the upscale Caribbean lifestyle here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Driving tour around the island in a private van, non-narrated (Colombier Viewpoint, Flamands Beach, St. Jean Bay, Eden Rock hotel, Atlantic coast, 2 hours 15 minutes, Easy activity level, extra expense)
- Colombier Bay and Snorkelling at Colombier Bay and Gros Ilets with diverse marine species (2 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
- Catamaran Escape along St. Barths coastline with views of mega yachts, Colombier Bay swimming and relaxation, return to Gustavia (3 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Gustavia Colombier Viewpoint Flamands Beach St. Jean Bay Eden Rock Colombier Bay Gros Ilets - Day 13
Virgin Gorda - Norman Island
Virgin Gorda's name comes from its shape, and the main attraction is the Baths, which has natural pools and grottoes formed by huge granite boulders. You can either take a guided island tour or go for an active hike, then sail to Norman Island in the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- The Baths tour with open-air safari wagons, winding footpath descent to beach, exploration of sea caves and rock formations, swimming, and refreshing fruit smoothie at the Top of the Baths (4 hours, Moderate activity level)
Optional Activities
- EmeraldPLUS: BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band (lounge chairs, beach umbrellas, white sand, local music)
- EmeraldACTIVE: The Baths with enhanced experience including wading through knee-deep water in sea caves crafted by colossal boulders, experiencing shafts of sunlight through natural openings, learning about boulder origins and rock formation names, swimming and relaxation, sandy shore walk and fruit smoothie at Top of the Baths (4 hours, Strenuous activity level)
Landmarks/POIs The Baths Virgin Gorda Norman Island - Day 14
Norman Island
Norman Island is uninhabited and historically significant, having inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Treasure Island.' You'll spend the day swimming off the yacht and playing with the marina equipment, so it's a more relaxed day on the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming off the yacht
- Use of marina toys
Landmarks/POIs Norman Island - Day 15
St. Thomas
Your Emerald Cruises voyage wraps up in St. Thomas. You'll be transferred from the yacht to the airport, heading home with Caribbean memories and probably a few days worth of salt in your hair.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs St. Thomas
