Itinerary
- Day 1
San Juan
You'll arrive in San Juan and board your Emerald Cruises yacht. Once you're settled into your cabin, you can spend the evening getting oriented on the ship and meeting other passengers. Dinner is served on board, and it's a good time to relax after traveling.
- Day 2
Culebra Island
The shuttle takes you to Culebra Island where you'll head straight to Flamenco Beach. You can spend hours swimming in the clear water and looking at the coral reefs just offshore. The beach itself is quiet and uncrowded, so there's plenty of room to relax and explore the shoreline.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Shuttle to Flamenco Beach
Landmarks Flamenco Beach - Day 3
St John to Jost Van Dyke
After breakfast, you can choose between two activities on St. John. One option is a guided tour that visits Annaberg Plantation Ruins and other historic spots. The other option is hiking through Virgin Islands National Park with time for swimming. That evening, the yacht sails to Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- St. John Island tour with Annaberg Plantation Ruins
Optional Activities
- EmeraldACTIVE: National Park Hike and Swimming (Activity Level: Strenuous, Duration: 3 hours)
Landmarks Annaberg Plantation Ruins Virgin Islands National Park Lind Point Trail Cruz Bay - Day 4
Norman Island
You're at Norman Island for the full day with access to the beaches and water. The included BBQ lunch happens right on the beach with a live band playing, so you can eat and relax while listening to music. Snorkeling gear is available if you want to check out the reefs, or you can just swim and sunbathe.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band), Dinner
Included Activities
- BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band
Landmarks Norman Island - Day 5
Philipsburg
In Philipsburg, you get to wander around at your own pace. The town has Dutch colonial buildings mixed with Caribbean architecture, which makes for some nice walking and photography. The street market has local crafts and goods, and there are restaurants serving both Dutch and Caribbean food throughout the port.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE: Island tour (Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 3 hours) - extra expense
Landmarks Philipsburg Border Monument Marigot Fort Louis - Day 6
Gustavia
Saint-Barth offers a different feel from the other islands. You'll find upscale boutiques, nice beaches, and restaurants with French influences. Whether you're exploring at sea or docked at the port, the island has that blend of French refinement and relaxed Caribbean atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE: Driving tour around the island (Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes) - extra expense
- DiscoverMORE: Colombier Bay and Snorkelling (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 2 hours) - extra expense
- DiscoverMORE: Catamaran Escape (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours) - extra expense
Landmarks Gustavia Colombier Viewpoint Flamands Beach St. Jean Bay Eden Rock Colombier Bay Gros Ilets - Day 7
Little Bay
Montserrat's history is tied to the volcanic eruptions that happened in 1995. You can see Plymouth, the former capital, which is now partially buried under volcanic ash and debris. The island tells a unique story of recovery and resilience that you won't find on the other Caribbean stops.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE: Volcano Views, Plymouth & Montserrat Volcano Observatory (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours) - extra expense
Landmarks Soufrière Hills Volcano Plymouth Montserrat Volcano Observatory - Day 8
St John's
You start with breakfast on the yacht before heading into Saint John's, Antigua. The town has a vibrant mix of cultures and the food scene is worth exploring. By afternoon, you head back to the yacht to continue sailing to the next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks St John's - Day 9
Barbuda
Barbuda has pink sand beaches that are quite different from the white sand you saw at other stops. If you take the optional tour, you'll visit Martello Tower, the village of Codrington, and go by motorboat to see the Frigate Bird Sanctuary, which is recognized by UNESCO for its importance to wildlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE: Frigate Bird Sanctuary (Activity Level: Strenuous, Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes) - extra expense, must be pre-booked
Landmarks Pink Sandy Beach Frigate Bird Sanctuary Martello Tower Codrington Two Foot Bay - Day 10
Îles des Saintes
Les Saintes is an archipelago with a strong French and Caribbean character. The buildings are made of stone and painted in bright colors, and the beaches have white sand. The optional tour includes Fort Napoleon and walking through the village where you can find local restaurants and shops.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE: Fort Napoleon and views of paradise (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours) - extra expense
Landmarks Fort Napoleon Princess Caroline Garden - Day 11
Deshaies
Deshaies is a smaller village surrounded by green hills and tropical vegetation. The optional tour takes you to a botanical garden where you'll see exotic plants like wax roses, ginger, bougainvillea, and orchids. It's a quieter stop compared to the larger ports.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE: Tropical World Discovery (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours) - extra expense
Landmarks Botanical Garden, Deshaies - Day 12
Gustavia
You're back at Saint-Barth for a second visit. This time you can check out areas you might have missed or simply enjoy more time at the beaches and shops. Optional tours include a scenic drive around the island, a snorkeling trip, or a catamaran escape if you want to explore nearby waters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- DiscoverMORE: Driving tour around the island (Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes) - extra expense
- DiscoverMORE: Colombier Bay and Snorkelling (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 2 hours) - extra expense
- DiscoverMORE: Catamaran Escape (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours) - extra expense
Landmarks Gustavia Colombier Viewpoint Flamands Beach St. Jean Bay Colombier Bay Gros Ilets - Day 13
Virgin Gorda
Virgin Gorda's main attraction is The Baths, which are sea caves formed by massive granite boulders. You can choose a moderate tour or a more challenging hike that takes you deeper into the caves. Lunch is included with a BBQ and live band on the beach, and then the yacht sails to Norman Island in the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band), Dinner
Included Activities
- The Baths (Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 4 hours)
Optional Activities
- EmeraldACTIVE: The Baths (Activity Level: Strenuous, Duration: 4 hours)
Landmarks The Baths - Day 14
Norman Island
This is a free day at Norman Island where you can swim off the yacht at your own pace. Water sports equipment is available on the ship, so you can try paddleboards, snorkeling, or just float in the water. It's a chance to relax and catch up on reading or socializing with other passengers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Swimming off the yacht
- Marina toys available
Landmarks Norman Island - Day 15
San Juan
Your cruise ends back in San Juan. After disembarking, you'll transfer to the airport for your flight home. It's a good time to take a final look at the harbor and reflect on the stops and experiences from the past week at sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast
