Itinerary
- Day 1
St. John's
Your Caribbean trip starts in St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda. After you land, a transfer takes you from the airport to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht. You'll need to arrive by 4:00 PM so you have time to board and get settled in your cabin before the voyage departs.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to Emerald Cruises luxury yacht
- Embarkation and boarding of luxury yacht
Landmarks/POIs St. John's - Day 2
Basseterre
The yacht heads to St. Kitts and Nevis, pulling into Basseterre as your first port. You'll walk through the capital and check out the Georgian architecture scattered throughout town, then spend time along the bustling harbour area, one of the oldest in the Eastern Caribbean.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Basseterre - Day 3
Îles des Saintes
You'll cruise to the Îles des Saintes, eight tropical islands that are part of Guadeloupe. These islands have a strong French and Caribbean mix, and you can wander through small villages, relax on white sand beaches, and head up to Fort Napoleon for really nice views across the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Îles des Saintes Fort Napoleon - Day 4
Deshaies
Deshaies sits on Guadeloupe's northwest coast, and this is where fishing traditions run deep. The village has colourful Creole buildings, good beaches, lively markets with local goods, and restaurants serving French-Caribbean food that's worth trying.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Deshaies - Day 5
Gustavia
You'll arrive at Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy, the chic capital of the island. Downtown's full of shops and galleries, plus you can photograph the brightly painted old wooden houses all over town. The dining scene here mixes French technique with Creole flavors, so plan to eat well.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Gustavia - Day 6
Virgin Gorda
Virgin Gorda comes next, and the island's known for its laid-back vibe and natural scenery. The main draw is The Baths, a series of pools and grottoes formed by huge granite boulders scattered across the landscape that you can swim through and explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Virgin Gorda The Baths - Day 7
Norman Island
You'll check out Norman Island in the British Virgin Islands, which has beautiful beaches and clear water with good marine life for snorkeling. There are hiking trails to try and caves to see, plus locals call it 'Treasure Island' because of old pirate history tied to the place.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Norman Island - Day 8
San Juan
After breakfast you'll explore San Juan, Puerto Rico's historic capital and the oldest European-founded city in the Americas. Walk through Old San Juan, a UNESCO World Heritage site with centuries-old forts like El Morro and San Cristóbal, plus cobblestone streets and Spanish colonial buildings. Later in the afternoon, head back to your yacht for the second part of your voyage.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs San Juan Old San Juan Fort El Morro Fort San Cristóbal - Day 9
Esperanza
Esperanza is a small Puerto Rican coastal town where you'll spend the day relaxing or checking out local spots. There are nice beaches, a waterfront with character, and plenty of restaurants and bars lining the shore. Sun Bay, the main beach, sits on the eastern edge and is good for swimming.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Esperanza Sun Bay - Day 10
Cruz Bay
Cruz Bay is where you'll arrive on St. John, the smallest of the three U.S. Virgin Islands. It's the main hub with ferry docks, restaurants, and shops. Walk through Mongoose Junction to see the Caribbean architecture, then in the evening you'll sail toward Jost Van Dyke.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Cruz Bay Mongoose Junction - Day 11
Jost Van Dyke
Jost Van Dyke is the smallest of the four main British Virgin Islands and goes by 'The Last Virgin Island.' At about 8 square kilometers, it's compact but has White Bay Beach with rocky areas and colourful local culture, making it one of the nicer beaches to kick back and take in the Caribbean views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Jost Van Dyke White Bay - Day 12
Philipsburg
You'll explore Philipsburg on Saint Martin's Dutch side, a busy port town with good energy, colonial buildings, and beaches. The street market is lively, and you can sample local food or pick up arts and crafts. Later in the evening, you'll sail back to Gustavia.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Philipsburg - Day 13
Gustavia
Back at Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy, you'll spend time on the island's nice beaches and eat French-Creole dishes. The colourful old wooden houses throughout town give the place a lot of character, and it's considered one of the more beautiful Caribbean islands.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Gustavia - Day 14
Montserrat
Montserrat's an unusual island with a complex recent history worth learning about, including hurricane Hugo in 1989 and volcanic activity starting in 1995 that changed things significantly. It's also known for George Martin's Air Studios where famous artists recorded albums. In the evening you'll cruise back to St. John's, Antigua.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Montserrat - Day 15
St. John's
Your voyage on the Emerald Cruises luxury yacht ends in St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda. You'll say goodbye to the crew and other guests, then get transferred from the yacht to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs St. John's
