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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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Classic Yachtsman Caribbean

Antigua to Barbados
8 Days from $1,660
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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Scuba diving in Tobago cays

Eastern Caribbean and Grenadines

St. John's to St. John's
8 Days from $8,890
On the Emerald Sakara, take an 8-day cruise to discover the Eastern Caribbean and Grenadines. Experience the wonder of Soufrière’s natural hot springs, botanical gardens, and waterfalls, and try the delicious, sweet treats of Terre-de-Haut in Guadeloupe.
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The crystal blue water of Jost van Dyke

British Virgin Islands & French West Indies

Roundtrip St. John's
8 Days from $8,790
On this 8-day British Virgin Islands & French West Indies Cruise roundtrip to St. John's aboard Emerald Sakara, relax on the pink sand beaches of Barbuda, and explore the British Virgin Islands. Visit Virgin Gorda, before taking a break in Gustavia, St. Barths, and Marigot Bay, Saint Martin, which are both French islands with a charming atmosphere.
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Relax on the sunny beaches of the Caribbean

Eastern Caribbean with St. Barths

Bridgetown - Marigot
8 Days from $8,890
On an 8-day voyage on the Emerald Azzurra, visit St. Barths and the Eastern Caribbean. Discover the azure waters of Tobago Cay National Park while introducing St. Lucia's natural splendor, including Soufrière's thermal springs, floral gardens, and waterfalls.
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Pink beach huts in the Caribbean

Windward Islands

Bridgetown to Bridgetown
8 Days from $1,660
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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Tropical Caribbean Beach in Martinique

Windward Islands Christmas Cruise

Bridgetown to Bridgetown
8 Days from $1,660
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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Beautiful beach in Dominica

Leeward Islands

Philipsburg to Philipsburg
8 Days from $1,600
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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Explore colorful Gustavia

Hidden Charms of the Caribbean

San Juan - St John's
8 Days from $8,890
Embark on an 8-day Caribbean adventure, sailing from San Juan to St. John's aboard the luxurious Emerald Sakara. Discover the hidden gems of the Caribbean that you never knew existed. From the beautiful beaches to the rich culture and history, this voyage aims to give you the experience of a lifetime.
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Hidden Charms of the Caribbean with Chef Ben Robinson

San Juan - St. John's
8 Days from $13,790
Join this 8-day Hidden Charms of the Caribbean adventure with Chef Ben Robinson aboard the Emerald Sakara. Discover the Caribbean's hidden gems, from pristine beaches to vibrant towns, while savoring exquisite cuisine. Sail from San Juan, witness marine life in azure waters, explore Vieques Island and St. John Island, and relax in St. Kitts and Nevis.
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Gatun Lock of the Panama Canal

Panama to Antigua

15 Days from $4,370
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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4 Top-Rated Antigua Small Cruise Ships for 2023-2024

Ship NameMax PassengersFromSummary
Emerald Azzurra100$8890As Emerald's first-ever ocean superyacht, the luxurious Emerald Azzurra is designed to take up to 100 passengers sailing along the Adriatic Coast, …
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Royal Clipper227$1660The 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$1600The 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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Emerald Sakara100$8790Emerald Cruises brings our award-winning reputation and service to the world?s oceans and coastlines as we introduce Luxury yacht cruising on our …
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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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