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Epic Caribbean Escape: Barbados to Costa Rica

26 days
From Bridgetown to Caldera
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bridgetown

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Reception & Dinner)
  2. Day 2

    Bridgetown to Speightstown

    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
    Speightstown
  3. Day 3

    Speightstown to Kingstown - Bequia

    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
    St. George's Anglican Cathedral
    Kingstown
  4. Day 4

    Bequia

    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
    Bequia Island
  5. Day 5

    Bequia to Mayreau - 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
    Mayreau Island
    Tobago Cays
  6. Day 6

    Union Island

    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
    Union Island
  7. Day 7

    Union Island to Tobago Cays

    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
    Tobago Cays
    Petit Tabac
  8. Day 8

    Tobago Cays to Bridgetown

    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
    Bridgetown Historic Centre
  9. Day 9

    Bridgetown to Bequia

    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
    Bequia Island
  10. Day 10

    Bequia to Mayreau

    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
    Mayreau Island
    Station Hill
  11. Day 11

    At Sea

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Access to yacht's aqua pool
    • Access to yacht's wellness zone
    • Al fresco dining on deck
  12. Day 12

    Mayreau to Bonaire - Willemstad

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Kralendijk, capital of Bonaire

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkelling around Bonaire
    • Swimming off Bonaire
    • Hiking on Bonaire
    Landmarks
    Bonaire
    Kralendijk
  13. Day 13

    Willemstad

    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
    Queen Emma Bridge
    Willemstad
  14. Day 14

    Willemstad to Oranjestad

    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
    Aloe Museum and Factory
    Oranjestad
  15. Day 15

    Oranjestad to Santa Marta

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Santa Marta

    Optional Activities

    • Visit historic sites in Santa Marta
    • Experience beaches and city life
    Landmarks
    Santa Marta
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  16. Day 16

    Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

    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
    Cartagena de Indias
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  17. Day 17

    Cartagena to San Blas Archipelago

    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
    San Blas Archipelago
  18. Day 18

    San Blas to Panama Canal

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Transit Panama Canal on yacht
    Landmarks
    Panama Canal
  19. Day 19

    Panama Canal to Panama City

    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
    Panamá Viejo
    Panama City
  20. Day 20

    Panama City to Pearl Islands

    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
    Pearl Islands
  21. Day 21

    Pearl Islands to Darién National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Darién National Park
    • Wildlife viewing opportunities

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkelling and swimming
    • Hiking in the park
    Landmarks
    Darién National Park
  22. Day 22

    Darién National Park to Cebaco Island

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Cebaco Island

    Optional Activities

    • Beach relaxation on Cebaco
    • Swimming and snorkelling
    Landmarks
    Cebaco Island
  23. Day 23

    Cebaco Island to Golfito Bay

    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
    Golfito Bay
    Corcovado National Park
    Piedras Blancas National Park
  24. Day 24

    Golfito Bay to Quepos

    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
    Quepos
    Manuel Antonio National Park
  25. Day 25

    Quepos to Curá National Wildlife Refuge - Isla Tortuga

    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
    Curá National Wildlife Refuge
    Isla Tortuga
    Nicoya Peninsula
    Itinerary Image 1
  26. Day 26

    Nicoya Peninsula to Puerto Caldera

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Puerto Caldera
    Itinerary Image 1
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