Itinerary
- Day 1
Bridgetown
Your Caribbean cruise kicks off in Bridgetown, Barbados. You'll get transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht and settle in before 7:00 PM. Take some time to get oriented with the ship and meet your fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Reception & Dinner)
- Day 2
Bridgetown to Speightstown
The yacht heads north to Speightstown on Barbados's northwest coast. You'll walk through this charming town with its colonial-era buildings and colorful pastel heritage architecture. The local shops are worth checking out for browsing and picking up souvenirs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise from Bridgetown to Speightstown
Optional Activities
- Explore colonial-era buildings in Speightstown
- Visit colourful shops in Speightstown
Landmarks/POIs Speightstown - Day 3
Speightstown to Kingstown - Bequia
Cruising to Kingstown in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, you'll visit St. George's Anglican Cathedral, a beautiful Georgian-style church from around 1820 with colorful stained-glass windows. After lunch, the yacht sails to Bequia Island as the afternoon winds down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit St. George's Anglican Cathedral in Kingstown
Optional Activities
- Explore Kingstown shopping and dining
- Experience authentic Caribbean culture on Bequia Island
Landmarks/POIs St. George's Anglican Cathedral Kingstown - Day 4
Bequia
Your day on Bequia Island offers quieter Caribbean experiences away from the typical tourist crowds. You can spend time on the secluded beaches here and get a feel for authentic island life. The natural scenery is really what makes this place special.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore untouched pristine beaches on Bequia Island
Optional Activities
- Swimming and relaxation on Bequia Island
- Experience authentic Caribbean lifestyle
Landmarks/POIs Bequia Island - Day 5
Bequia to Mayreau - Union Island
Arriving at Mayreau, you're visiting one of the Grenadines' smallest inhabited islands with just 250 residents. Head up to the church at the island's highest point for great views across to Grenada and Saint Vincent. By evening, you'll set sail for Union Island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit the charming church at Mayreau's highest point
Optional Activities
- Explore Mayreau Island
- View coral reefs and surrounding waters
Landmarks/POIs Mayreau Island Tobago Cays - Day 6
Union Island
Union Island gives you a full day of swimming and snorkeling off the yacht's platform at no extra cost. The clear turquoise water here is perfect for getting in the water. Later, relax on the white-sand beaches with the tropical mountains as your backdrop.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling from yacht's marina platform
- Use of complimentary aquatic toys
Optional Activities
- Visit beachfront bars and restaurants
- Relax on white-sand beaches
Landmarks/POIs Union Island - Day 7
Union Island to Tobago Cays
The yacht sails to Tobago Cays, a group of small islands known for incredible water clarity and marine life. You'll see turtles, tropical fish, stingrays, and starfish swimming around. Petit Tabac island here was used as a filming location for Pirates of the Caribbean.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Tobago Cays
- Swimming and snorkelling in Tobago Cays
Optional Activities
- View Petit Tabac island filming location
- Marine wildlife viewing
Landmarks/POIs Tobago Cays Petit Tabac - Day 8
Tobago Cays to Bridgetown
After breakfast, the yacht returns to Bridgetown for a few hours. This UNESCO World Heritage site has interesting colonial architecture in the historic center and plenty of shops and restaurants to explore. Grab lunch before heading back to the yacht by afternoon for the next leg.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board
- Explore Bridgetown historic centre
Optional Activities
- Visit cultural attractions in Bridgetown
- Shopping in Bridgetown
- Dine at local restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Bridgetown Historic Centre - Day 9
Bridgetown to Bequia
Back at Bequia Island, you get another chance to spend time here. Walk around the quiet streets and check out the untouched beaches. Without the typical tourism hustle, it's a nice spot to just relax and take in the Caribbean atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Bequia Island
- Cruise from Bridgetown to Bequia
Optional Activities
- Swimming and relaxation on pristine beaches
- Experience authentic Caribbean lifestyle
Landmarks/POIs Bequia Island - Day 10
Bequia to Mayreau
Returning to Mayreau, you can visit Station Hill again for those sweeping island views. On clear days, you can see all the way to Grenada and Saint Vincent. The vivid reef colors in the water around Tobago Cays are visible from up here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit the church and community centre at Station Hill
- View spectacular island vistas
Optional Activities
- Explore Mayreau village
- Photography opportunities
Landmarks/POIs Mayreau Island Station Hill - Day 11
At Sea
Today is a full day at sea with no stops scheduled. Take advantage of the yacht's pool, the wellness zone, and the on-deck dining options. It's a chance to relax, catch up with other guests, and enjoy the ship's facilities without rushing between ports.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Access to yacht's aqua pool
- Access to yacht's wellness zone
- Al fresco dining on deck
- Day 12
Mayreau to Bonaire - Willemstad
The yacht arrives at Bonaire, an island known for strong conservation efforts. In Kralendijk, the colorful capital, you can walk through heritage architecture and visit the sandy beaches. The waters here are excellent for snorkeling and swimming. By evening, you'll set sail for Curaçao.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Kralendijk, capital of Bonaire
Optional Activities
- Snorkelling around Bonaire
- Swimming off Bonaire
- Hiking on Bonaire
Landmarks/POIs Bonaire Kralendijk - Day 13
Willemstad
Willemstad, Curaçao's capital, blends history with striking colorful buildings throughout the city. The two main districts, Punda and Otrobanda, are connected by the Queen Emma Bridge, a unique pontoon structure that swings open to let ships through.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Willemstad
Optional Activities
- Visit Punda district
- Visit Otrobanda district
- Cross Queen Emma Bridge
- Experience local culture and cuisine
Landmarks/POIs Queen Emma Bridge Willemstad - Day 14
Willemstad to Oranjestad
Oranjestad in Aruba combines older and newer elements throughout the town. Stroll past boutiques and colorful residential buildings, then check out the green City Hall building and the Aloe Museum and Factory, which dates back to 1890 and shows the island's aloe heritage.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Oranjestad
Optional Activities
- Visit Stadhuis (City Hall)
- Visit Aloe Museum and Factory
- Shopping and dining in Oranjestad
Landmarks/POIs Aloe Museum and Factory Oranjestad - Day 15
Oranjestad to Santa Marta
You arrive at Santa Marta, Colombia, a city with nice beaches and a vibrant atmosphere. This is Colombia's oldest remaining city, established back in 1525 as the nation's first Spanish settlement. Take time to explore both the coastal scenery and the historic streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Santa Marta
Optional Activities
- Visit historic sites in Santa Marta
- Experience beaches and city life
Landmarks/POIs Santa Marta 
- Day 16
Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias
Cartagena de Indias brings together colonial charm with modern energy throughout the streets. The walled Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has narrow stone walkways and really well-preserved colonial buildings. The local food scene and cultural festivals give this port city a lot of character.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Cartagena de Indias
Optional Activities
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Old Town
- Experience cultural festivals
- Dine at local restaurants
- Explore narrow stone walkways
Landmarks/POIs Cartagena de Indias 
- Day 17
Cartagena to San Blas Archipelago
The yacht reaches the San Blas archipelago, a collection of 378 islands spread across roughly 259 square kilometers northwest of Panama. Most islands are uninhabited, but you may have chances to meet the native Kuna people. This autonomous territory, called Kuna Yala or 'Land of the Kuna,' keeps traditional culture alive.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to San Blas Archipelago
Optional Activities
- Meet the native Kuna people
- Explore uninhabited islands
- Experience traditional culture
Landmarks/POIs San Blas Archipelago - Day 18
San Blas to Panama Canal
Today's highlight is cruising through the historic Panama Canal, the man-made waterway completed in 1914. This engineering accomplishment cut travel time between the Atlantic and Pacific, and over 900,000 vessels have passed through since opening. You'll experience this from your yacht.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Transit Panama Canal on yacht
Landmarks/POIs Panama Canal - Day 19
Panama Canal to Panama City
After breakfast, head into Panama City to see museums, art galleries, and the 16th-century ruins of Panamá Viejo, the first European settlement on the Pacific coast. By afternoon, return to the yacht for the final portion of your journey along the west coasts of Panama and Costa Rica.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board
- Explore Panama City
Optional Activities
- Visit museums in Panama City
- Explore art galleries
- View Panamá Viejo ruins
Landmarks/POIs Panamá Viejo Panama City - Day 20
Panama City to Pearl Islands
The Pearl Islands appear off Panama's Pacific coast in the Gulf of Panama. You'll cruise to one of roughly 200 islands and islets, many of them tiny and empty. The waters have great coral reefs and colorful tropical fish throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Pearl Islands
- Swimming and snorkelling at Pearl Islands
Optional Activities
- Explore multiple islands
- Beach relaxation
- Marine wildlife viewing
Landmarks/POIs Pearl Islands - Day 21
Pearl Islands to Darién National Park
Darién National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site covering about 5,750 square kilometers along the Panama-Colombia border. This protected area has diverse habitats from beaches to mangroves to tropical forests. Indigenous communities live along the park's rivers and have remained part of this landscape for generations.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Darién National Park
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
Optional Activities
- Snorkelling and swimming
- Hiking in the park
Landmarks/POIs Darién National Park - Day 22
Darién National Park to Cebaco Island
Welcome to Cebaco Island in Veraguas province, part of the Coiba Island National Park buffer zone. Panama's third-largest island has around 500 residents mostly in the north. It offers gorgeous beaches and a quieter Caribbean setting than busier tourist spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Cebaco Island
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation on Cebaco
- Swimming and snorkelling
Landmarks/POIs Cebaco Island - Day 23
Cebaco Island to Golfito Bay
Golfito Bay in Costa Rica appears with lush mangroves framing the water, backed by Corcovado and Piedras Blancas national parks. This region has some of the richest biodiversity on the planet. The jungle meets the sea here, and you'll see why eco-adventurers and outdoor lovers come to this area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Golfito Bay
- Access to beach and natural areas
Optional Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling
- Hiking in national parks
- Surfing at Golfito Bay
- Eco-tourism activities
Landmarks/POIs Golfito Bay Corcovado National Park Piedras Blancas National Park - Day 24
Golfito Bay to Quepos
Quepos is a growing harbor town and gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park. This tropical inlet surrounded by rainforest offers lots of outdoor activities, from sport fishing to exploring the jungle. Once dependent on banana plantations, the town now focuses on ecotourism and attracts naturalists studying the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Quepos
Optional Activities
- Sport fishing at Quepos
- Visit Manuel Antonio National Park
- Hiking and outdoor adventures
- Wildlife viewing and ecotourism
Landmarks/POIs Quepos Manuel Antonio National Park - Day 25
Quepos to Curá National Wildlife Refuge - Isla Tortuga
You visit the Curá National Wildlife Refuge and Farm on the Nicoya Peninsula in northwest Costa Rica. This private refuge demonstrates sustainable development with cattle grazing and tropical fruit farming. From here, you can also reach Isla Tortuga, about an hour away, known for pristine sandy beaches and clear turquoise water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Curá National Wildlife Refuge
- Cruise to Isla Tortuga
Optional Activities
- Relax at Isla Tortuga beach
- Hiking on Isla Tortuga
- Snorkelling in crystal-clear waters
Landmarks/POIs Curá National Wildlife Refuge Isla Tortuga Nicoya Peninsula 
- Day 26
Nicoya Peninsula to Puerto Caldera
Your cruise ends at Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica. Say goodbye to the crew and fellow passengers, then get transferred to the airport for your flight home or to continue exploring elsewhere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Caldera 
