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Visit the blissful island of Antigua, one of the two major islands that make up the Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda. It is located Southeast of Anguilla and North of Guadeloupe making it a part of the Leeward Islands. Take a long walk or read your favorite book on the picturesque beaches of Ffryes and Dickenson Bay. This island has a population of roughly 80,000 inhabitants, and its capital, Saint John, is located in the north-west has a population of roughly 32,000 people. Or snorkel and scuba dive throughout the many gorgeous coral reefs that line the island of Antigua. Combine your trip to Antigua with a cruise throughout the greater Caribbean on a small ship cruise that allows access to smaller coves, reefs, and ports. Contact our travel experts to start planning your personalized trip to Antigua or throughout the Caribbean today!
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Dock going out into the crystal blue ocean
Classic Yachtsman Caribbean
Antigua to Barbados
8 Days from $1,620
Royal Clipper offers the ultimate sea-going experience as you travel to the beautiful beaches and landscapes of the Caribbean. This 8-day sailing journey is unforgettable, with destinations including Barbados, St. Lucia, Dominica, Antigua, Martinique, and more!
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Play on the famously beautiful beaches of St. Barth's
Enjoy Caribbean Rhythms at the Turn of the Year
Caribbean: Round-trip Philipsb
16 Days from $8,195
Explore the best of the Caribbean on this cruise aboard the Sea Cloud. From the Dutch Colonial port town of Philipsburg, sail to the British Virgin Islands, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. From there cruise to St. Lucia, Antigua, and Barbuda. Relax in Gustavia on St. Barthelemy, then stop in Anguilla before returning to Philipsburg.
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Gatun Lock of the Panama Canal
Panama to Antigua
15 Days from $3,570
Starting in Balboa, Panama, sail through warm Caribbean waters as you make your way to the Antigua aboard the Royal Clipper. Over the course of 15 days visit Grenada, Bonaire, Curacao, Aruba, and Colombia before arriving in Panama.
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Tropical Caribbean Beach in Martinique
Windward Islands Christmas Cruise
Bridgetown to Bridgetown
8 Days from $1,620
Royal Clipper offers the ultimate sea-going experience as you travel to the beautiful beaches and landscapes of the Caribbean. This 8-day sailing journey is unforgettable, with destinations including Barbados, St. Lucia, Dominica, Antigua, St. Kitts, Martinique, and more!
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Pink beach huts in the Caribbean
Windward Islands
Bridgetown to Bridgetown
8 Days from $1,620
Board the luxurious Royal Clipper sailing ship for this 8-day roundtrip cruise of the Caribbean, departing from Bridgetown, Barbados to St. Lucia, Dominica, Antigua, St. Kitts, Martinique, and more! Snorkel in turquoise reefs, explore tropical rainforests, relax on the sun-kissed beaches, and delight in exotic markets and charming seaside cafes.
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Beautiful beach in Dominica
Leeward Islands
Philipsburg to Philipsburg
8 Days from $1,560
The Star Flyer authentic clipper hosts this 8-day cruise of the Caribbean, departing on a roundtrip from St. Maarten and sailing Nevis, Dominica, Iles des Saintes, Guadeloupe, Antigua, and St. Barts. As the wind blows your ship across turquoise waters through thousands of cays, snorkel in the clear water, relax on sunny beaches or hike to the tropical mountaintops.
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Relax on the beaches of the Caribbean
Christmas and New Year in the Caribbean
Fort-de-France - Santo Domingo
13 Days from $8,430
Spend an unforgettable festive season celebrating Christmas and New Year's in the Caribbean aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Cruise from Fort-de-France to Santo Domingo, exploring highlights such as Martinique, Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Kitts, Saint Barthelemy, and the British Virgin Islands along the way.
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Take a leisurely stroll through beautiful Bridgetown
San Juan to Bridgetown - Door to Door
San Juan to Bridgetown
10 Days from $4,900
Discover the Caribbean's most gorgeous and spectacular beaches on this 10-day cruise from San Juan to Bridgetown. From the blue waters of San Juan to the emerald forests of Castries, you'll be able to enjoy every stop on your luxury sailing adventure onboard Silver Dawn.
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Clear water in the bay
The Essential of the Caribbean
Fort de France to Fort de France
13 Days from $6,080
Join this 13-day cruise to the heart of the West Indies aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Discover the Caribbean islands of Martinique, St. Kitts, Anguilla, the BVI, Saint Barths, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Saint Vincent, Grenada, and Saint Lucia.
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Colorful canoes await passengers on the river
Grand Americas, Amazon & Antarctica
Miami to Miami
80 Days from $40,499
During this 80-day Grand Voyage, the Seabourn Quest cruises to Central America, circles the coast of South America, and explores Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falkland Islands before returning to Miami via the Amazon and the Caribbean.
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6 Top-Rated Antigua Small Cruise Ships for 2023-2024

Ship NameMax PassengersFromSummary
Sea Cloud64$8195With occupancy for just 64 guests, the Sea Cloud is a modern and elegant windjammer outfitted with modern amenities and uniquely decorated cabins. …
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Le Dumont-d'Urville184$6080Discover a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel aboard this glamorous limited-capacity yacht with …
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Royal Clipper227$1620The Royal Clipper is the largest full-rigged sailing ship in the world, carrying just 227 privileged guests aboard. She offers the ultimate tall ship …
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Star Flyer170$1560The Star Flyer is a stylish vessel designed to accommodate 170 passengers in an intimate and comfortable atmosphere. This true clipper ship reflects …
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Silver Dawn596$4900Introducing the new luxury ship from Silversea, Silver Dawn, a combination of both the classic and modern evolution of their fleet that has the best …
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Seabourn Quest450$40499Seabourn Quest is the third iteration of the vessel design that has been called ?a game-changer for the luxury segment.? True to her Seabourn …
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Caribbean Cruise: When to Go?
Discover the best time of year to sail the Caribbean on a small ship or sailboat. Find the best month for your Caribbean cruise, whether you want an active vacation spent kayaking, snorkeling and fishing, or a restful time just lounging by the clear turquoise water.
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Explore charming Charlotte Amalie
Leeward Islands Politics
The Leeward Islands, a geographical grouping with an essentially shared history, have developed over time into six separate nations. They have a common interest in tourism, and in economic and cultural advancement for their ethnically diverse but essentially harmonious populations.
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Stroll along the white sandy beaches of St. Barth's
Leeward Islands Weather
As long as you avoid the hurricane season during the latter half of the year, you'll enjoy pleasant tropical temperatures between 81°F and 95°F (27°C and 35°C) and bright sunny days that never seem to end.
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Best Antigua Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2023-2024
  • Star Clippers Americas - re-creates the famed clippers that sailed the oceans in the 19th century and offers a chance to cruise onboard a Tall Ship to Antigua, an independent state in the Lesser Antilles in the eastern Caribbean Sea. Royal Clipper, the world's largest square rigger in service, was awarded the Guinness World Record in 2001, boasting advanced navigation systems and luxury amenities.
  • Ponant - has 5-Star Culture and Relaxation cruises aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville that introduces a new way to travel by combining cultural enrichment with time to unwind in a luxury setting and visiting sites that only insiders know about, such as picture-postcard Antigua, the larger of the two islands that comprise Antigua-and-Barbuda, a sovereign Commonwealth state.


 

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