Itinerary
- Day 1
Marigot
Your yacht adventure starts in Marigot, the historic French capital of Saint Martin. After you arrive, you'll be transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht and then head out on the water to begin exploring the Caribbean islands.
- Day 2
Gustavia
You'll explore Gustavia, capital of Saint Barthélemy, which was named after Sweden's King Gustav III. Walk through the historic downtown shopping area and photograph the brightly painted wooden houses. The local food here blends French and Creole styles, so there's plenty to try for lunch or dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Shopping in historic downtown enclave
- Photography of wooden houses
- Dining on French-Creole cuisine
- Day 3
Basseterre
Basseterre, the capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis, is next on your itinerary. The city has colorful colonial buildings, nice beaches, and a busy harbor filled with shops, restaurants, and markets. You'll see the mixed cultural influences from both French and English heritage in the architecture and atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore colourful colonial buildings
- Visit cultural attractions
- Browse shops and restaurants
- Explore lively markets
- Day 4
Falmouth Harbour
The yacht arrives at Falmouth Harbour on Antigua, a quiet port with historic buildings and old plantation mansions surrounding it. Nelson's Dockyard is your main stop here, an 18th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can walk through the naval history and check out the boutiques, bars, and restaurants on site.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Nelson's Dockyard
Landmarks Nelson's Dockyard - Day 5
Îles des Saintes
Îles des Saintes is a small archipelago of eight tropical islands mixing French and Caribbean cultures. You'll see quaint island towns with stone buildings and white-sand coves. Fort Napoleon is the key historical site to visit, and from there you get incredible views out over the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore quaint island towns
- Visit Fort Napoleon
Landmarks Fort Napoleon - Day 6
Saint-Pierre
You arrive in Saint-Pierre on Martinique, known as the 'Little Paris of the Caribbean' because of its French character. The city sits between the Caribbean Sea and Mount Pelée. Check out the ruins of the former city including the Saint-Pierre Cathedral and the Volcanological Museum, which tells the story of the devastating 1902 eruption. There are also nice beaches and colorful markets to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore ruins of former city
- Visit Saint-Pierre Cathedral
- Visit Volcanological Museum
- Relax on beautiful beaches
- Browse colourful markets
Landmarks Saint-Pierre Cathedral Volcanological Museum Mount Pelée - Day 7
Soufrière
Soufrière is the original capital of Saint Lucia and sits in the Qualibou Depression, a dormant volcano crater. You can soak in therapeutic mud baths and sulphur springs here. The lava domes called Gros Piton and Petit Piton are distinctive features of the landscape. For meals, try local specialties like green figs, salt fish, and callaloo soup.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Therapeutic mud baths and sulphur springs
- View Gros Piton and Petit Piton
- Sample local cuisine
Landmarks Gros Piton Petit Piton - Day 8
Mayreau
Mayreau is the smallest inhabited island in the Grenadines, covering only about four square kilometers with roughly 250 people living there. Head to the church at the top of the hill for views that on clear days show both Grenada and Saint Vincent islands, plus the vivid colors of the coral reefs below. As evening approaches, you'll sail out to Tobago Cays.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Day on the beach on Mayreau Island with swimming, snorkelling, beachcombing and barbeque
Optional Activities
- Visit church on top of hill for island views
- Day 9
Tobago Cays
Tobago Cays is an archipelago known across the world as a top paradise destination. The warm, sand-bottomed waters are aquamarine and full of turtles, stingrays, starfish, and colorful fish. Petit Tabac is one of the islands outside the reef, and it's where part of 'Pirates of the Caribbean' (2017) was filmed, which gives it some extra interest for a visit.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling in aquamarine waters
- Visit Petit Tabac
Landmarks Tobago Cays Petit Tabac - Day 10
Bridgetown
After breakfast, you'll spend time exploring Bridgetown and the island of Barbados in the eastern Caribbean. In the afternoon, head back to the yacht and then set out for the second part of your journey, sailing toward the Grenadines and Windward Islands.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Bridgetown
- Explore Barbados
- Day 11
Port St. Charles
Departing from Bridgetown, you sail to Port St. Charles on Barbados' northwestern coast. This beachfront marina is called the gateway to the Barbados Riviera. You'll find waterfront restaurants, a yacht club, and clear waters where you can swim, sail, or snorkel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swimming, sailing, and snorkelling
- Visit waterfront eateries
- Visit yacht club
- Day 12
Kingstown
Kingstown is the capital of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and it's clustered around the bay on Saint Vincent island. Shopping and dining options are excellent here. St. George's Anglican Cathedral is worth a visit, an elegant Georgian-style building from around 1820 with colorful stained-glass windows. In the afternoon, you sail to Bequia.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Shopping and dining in Kingstown
- Visit St. George's Anglican Cathedral
Landmarks St. George's Anglican Cathedral - Day 13
Bequia
Bequia Island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a hidden spot with secluded areas and no traffic to deal with. You get a real taste of Caribbean living without the typical beach tourism crowd. Spend your time relaxing on pristine beaches and taking it easy.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore secluded spots
- Relax on pristine beaches
- Day 14
Mayreau
You're back at Mayreau, the smallest inhabited island of the Grenadines with about 250 residents. On clear days, the hilltop church offers views of both Grenada and Saint Vincent islands, and you can see the vivid coral reef colors from up there. As the sun sets, you'll sail to Union Island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit church on hilltop for island views
- Day 15
Union Island
Union Island is known for its calm, clear turquoise waters and laid-back vibe. White-sand beaches are surrounded by lush tropical mountains. Along the beaches you'll find various bars and restaurants. The yacht has water sports equipment on board, so you can swim and snorkel right from the boat.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling off the yacht
- Visit beachfront bars and restaurants
- Day 16
Tobago Cays
Sailing to Tobago Cays again, you return to this archipelago that's known worldwide as a top paradise destination and popular anchorage for yachts. The warm, sand-bottomed waters are full of turtles, colorful fish, stingrays, and starfish. Petit Tabac island is where part of 'Pirates of the Caribbean' (2017) was filmed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swimming and snorkelling
- Visit Petit Tabac
Landmarks Tobago Cays Petit Tabac - Day 17
Bridgetown
Your time on the Emerald Cruises luxury yacht ends here in Barbados. You'll be transferred from the yacht to the airport, where you can head home or continue exploring if your holiday isn't finished yet.
- Meals
- Breakfast
