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Discover the Pearls of the Caribbean 2027-2028 - 15 Days (from Gustavia to Bridgetown)

15 days
From Gustavia to Bridgetown
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Discover the Pearls of the Caribbean 2027-2028 - 15 Days (from Gustavia to Bridgetown) - Emerald Cruises
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Philipsburg

    You'll arrive in Philipsburg and get transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht, setting the stage for your Eastern Caribbean journey. This is where everything kicks off.

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner)
    Landmarks/POIs
    Philipsburg
  2. Day 2

    Basseterre, St. Kitts

    The yacht heads to Basseterre on St. Kitts' southwestern coast. You can walk through one of the oldest towns in the region and check out Georgian colonial architecture from the British era. The harbour area has plenty to see and explore.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Basseterre's colonial architecture
    • Visit the bustling harbour area
    Landmarks/POIs
    Basseterre
  3. Day 3

    Anguilla

    Anguilla comes into view next, the most northerly of the British Leeward Islands. The diving and snorkelling here are excellent, and there are glass-bottomed boat rides to try. You'll see palm trees, old plantation houses, and white sand beaches throughout the island.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Diving excursion
    • Snorkelling
    • Glass-bottomed boat rides
    Landmarks/POIs
    Anguilla
  4. Day 4

    Virgin Gorda

    After docking in Virgin Gorda, you can check out The Baths, one of the island's most well-known natural attractions. Massive granite boulders create pools and grottoes worth spending time exploring. The island has a laid-back feel that makes it worth taking your time here.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit The Baths
    • Swimming and exploring pools and grottoes
    Landmarks/POIs
    The Baths
    Virgin Gorda
  5. Day 5

    Virgin Gorda

    You'll have another full day in Virgin Gorda to soak in the laid-back atmosphere and natural beauty. More time means you can wander around and find additional spots on the island beyond what you saw yesterday.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Further exploration of The Baths
    • Island exploration activities
    Landmarks/POIs
    The Baths
    Virgin Gorda
  6. Day 6

    Gustavia, Saint Barthélemy

    Gustavia, the capital of Saint Barthélemy, is next on the itinerary. Walk through the vibrant streets and find distinctive shops and treasures in the historic downtown area. The brightly painted wooden houses are worth photographing, and you should try the local French-Creole cuisine for lunch or dinner.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore historic downtown shopping region
    • Photography of brightly painted wooden houses
    • Dining on local French-Creole cuisine
    Landmarks/POIs
    Gustavia
  7. Day 7

    Gustavia, Saint Barthélemy

    You get another day in Gustavia to see what you might have missed. Stroll the streets again, check out different shops and galleries, and have another meal featuring the local food blend. It's the kind of place where a second day reveals new discoveries.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Further exploration of historic downtown shopping region
    • Photography of historic wooden houses
    • Dining on local French-Creole cuisine
    Landmarks/POIs
    Gustavia
  8. Day 8

    Philipsburg, Sint Maarten

    After breakfast, spend time exploring Philipsburg and its mix of French and Dutch influences. Later in the afternoon, head back to the Emerald Cruises yacht to begin the second part of your voyage through the Eastern Caribbean.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Philipsburg and its French-Dutch influences
    Landmarks/POIs
    Philipsburg
  9. Day 9

    Virgin Gorda

    Virgin Gorda appears on your route again. You'll head to The Baths, where granite boulders create a series of pools and grottoes formed from ancient volcanic activity. It's arguably the island's most well-known natural feature and worth spending time exploring.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit The Baths
    • Swimming and exploring pools and grottoes
    Landmarks/POIs
    The Baths
    Virgin Gorda
  10. Day 10

    Gustavia, Saint Barthélemy

    Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy is your stop. Walk around the historic downtown area and find distinctive treasures in local shops. The brightly painted wooden houses make for great photos, and the French-Creole cuisine here is something to try.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore historic downtown shopping region
    • Photography of brightly painted historic wooden houses
    • Dining on French-Creole cuisine
    Landmarks/POIs
    Gustavia
  11. Day 11

    Nevis and Saint Kitts

    You'll arrive at Nevis and Saint Kitts, a two-island nation in the Lesser Antilles. Nevis is the smaller of the pair, with white sand beaches, Georgian buildings from the colonial era, and old sugar plantation ruins. Beach-shack eateries dot the coastline.

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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Georgian-era buildings
    • Visit remnants of former sugar plantations
    • Dining at beach-shack eateries
    Landmarks/POIs
    Nevis
  12. Day 12

    St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda

    St. John's, the capital of Antigua and Barbuda, is where you dock. This twin-island nation offers rich history, nice beaches, and a lively culture. The city serves as your starting point for checking out spots like Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley Heights.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore St. John's historic sites
    • Visit Nelson's Dockyard
    • Visit Shirley Heights
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    St. John's
    Nelson's Dockyard
    Shirley Heights
  13. Day 13

    Îles des Saintes

    Les Saintes, a small group of eight tropical islands, comes into view next. You'll find quaint villages with stone buildings and white sand beaches scattered throughout. Fort Napoleon is a significant historical site worth visiting for the views and the history.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore quaint villages
    • Visit Fort Napoleon
    Landmarks/POIs
    Îles des Saintes
    Fort Napoleon
  14. Day 14

    Soufrière, Saint Lucia

    Soufrière on Saint Lucia is your next port, positioned dramatically in a dormant volcanic crater. You can try the mud baths and sulphur springs for a therapeutic experience. Gros Piton and Petit Piton, the iconic lava domes, are a UNESCO site here. Local dishes like green figs with salt fish and callaloo soup are on the menu.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Therapeutic mud baths
    • Sulphur springs
    • Viewing Gros Piton and Petit Piton
    • Local cuisine dining
    Landmarks/POIs
    Soufrière
    Gros Piton
    Petit Piton
  15. Day 15

    Bridgetown, Barbados

    Your voyage concludes in Bridgetown, Barbados, the island's capital and cultural hub. From the yacht, you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight home or to continue your holiday elsewhere.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks/POIs
    Bridgetown
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