Embark on a 15-day Caribbean cruise aboard the Sea Cloud II. Discover Fort-de-France in Martinique, offering lush rainforests in the north and golden bays in the south, along with vibrant Creole culture. Explore Grenada's stunning beaches, spice plantations, and waterfalls. Snorkel amidst unique wildlife on Union Island and the Tobago Cays. Experience the serene lifestyle of Bequia, the largest island in the Grenadines. Marvel at St. Lucia's majestic Gros and Petit Piton and indulge in the vibrant Botanical Gardens. Stroll through the charming town of Gustavia in St. Barthélemy, where you can browse shops for precious items or enjoy a sundowner in the picturesque harbor. Sail through the Sir Francis Drake Channel and White Bay in Jost van Dyke, where you can find Foxy's Bar, perhaps the most famous beach bar in the Lesser Antilles. End your journey in Martinique's Fort-de-France. Whether you're climbing the rigging, setting sail, or enjoying the perfect sailing conditions, this cruise offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation in the Caribbean.
Highlights
Explore the lush rainforest and black lava beaches of Martinique's north and the golden bays of the south
Discover St. George's in Grenada, with beautiful beaches, spice plantations, rainforests, waterfalls, and an extinct volcano
Experience the laid-back lifestyle of Bequia, the largest island in the Grenadines, with its elegant sailing yachts and picturesque beaches
Sail through the Sir Francis Drake Channel and White Bay on Jost van Dyke, with fine sand, green palm trees, and colorful beach bars
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Lush rainforest and black lava beaches in the north, golden bays in the south, and in between the lively capital Fort-de-France: Martinique offers its guests a Caribbean mix that seems to come straight out of a picture book. The mountainous, green Antillean island is a French overseas department, and its delightful savoir-vivre intermingles with the Creole zest for life. Already, its native inhabitants called Martinique the "island of flowers" because of its fascinating flora. The fragrant flowers are still extremely attractive today, both to human visitors and to the iridescent hummingbirds that buzz through the tropical greenery at lightning speed.
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails—today is all about sailing. It's time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Beautiful beaches, aromatic spice plantations, dense rainforests, waterfalls, and a volcano that has long been extinct tower picturesquely over this stunningly beautiful island. For many people, Grenada is the incarnation of a tropical paradise, and St. George's is the most beautiful little port in the Grenadines. All around the horseshoe-shaped bay are numerous houses that remind you of colonial times. There is a good reason why nutmeg is immortalized on the national flag. Alongside cloves, cinnamon, and ginger, it is one of the island's biggest exports.
Right to the south of the Grenadines are Union Island and the Tobago Cays. Union Island was given the evocative name "the Tahiti of the West Indies" thanks to its volcanic silhouette. Four small, uninhabited islands, surrounded by a protective horseshoe-shaped coral reef, form the Tobago Cays. The Horseshoe Reef holds the Atlantic swell at bay, and its unique animal and plant life make it an ideal place for snorkeling. The lagoon between the islets shimmers in all shades from turquoise through emerald green and invites you to take a dip at the fantastic beaches.
Bequia is actually the largest island in the Grenadines, but it is still small and tranquil at just 18 square kilometers (87 square miles) in size. Elegant sailing yachts sway in the natural shelter of Admiralty Bay, while in lovely Port Elizabeth, with its attractive beach bars, you are right in the heart of a lifestyle that likes to take things easy. You can find Princess Margaret Beach just nearby, named because it was once visited by the British royals. On the eastern coast, you can find the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary, which focuses on rearing and caring for endangered turtles.
Two famous volcanic cones are indisputably the emblem of St. Lucia and have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Gros and Petit Piton tower over the southern, windward side of the island and, in Soufrière, seem close enough to touch. The volcanoes have in fact long been extinct, but the sulfur springs demonstrate the power of the earth's core and still bubble up. In the Botanical Gardens, natural abundance is combined with artistic arrangements to create a colorful tropical paradise. Some people claim that Josephine, who later became Napoleon's wife, used to bathe in the little pool in the garden.
St. Barthélemy, affectionately known as St. Barths by most, had already had many "owners" before the Lesser Antilles were acquired by France in 1877. When the first estate was acquired by the banker David Rockefeller in 1957, the island's future was finally sealed. It became a refuge for the international jet set and an elegant holiday paradise for many Hollywood stars. For over 40 years, St. Barths has cultivated a luxurious lifestyle with a Caribbean laissez-faire approach. You can stroll through the charming main town of Gustavia, whose beautifully restored houses and colonial facades look out over the sea with its elegant superyachts, browse in the shops for precious items, or enjoy a sundowner in the picturesque harbor surrounded by clusters of high-class bars and restaurants.
Day 10: Sir Francis Drake Channel | White Bay, Jost van Dyke
The Sir Francis Drake Channel, where swords were once crossed, is now one of the most beautiful sailing spots. Jost van Dyke, the smallest of the main islands in the British Virgin Islands, is a mountainous volcanic object of beauty with fewer than 300 inhabitants. One of them, Foxy, has been mixing his cocktails since 1968, and the bar of the same name enjoys a legendary reputation as perhaps the most famous beach bar in the Lesser Antilles. The island's past is less reputable; it was named by a Dutch pirate. The island gives its most beautiful treasures to all who visit: fine sand, green palm trees, colorful beach bars, and the luminous blue of the sea.
Explorers and privateers once crossed swords in the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Nowadays, the sea around the British Virgin Islands is one of the world's best sailing areas. Heavenly bays, gorgeous beaches, idyllic anchoring spots, smart yacht clubs, and charming little beach bars make the island a popular haunt for sailors. On Virgin Gorda, once called "The Fat Virgin" by Columbus due to its shape, you can find "The Baths", one of nature's most beautiful oddities, in the National Park. Ground to a sphere and polished to a shine, the huge granite formations on the beach and in the water create a multi-branched labyrinth of giant boulders.
Day 13-14: Terre-de-Haut, Îles des Saintes
2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
Îles des Saintes is a small archipelago that was disputed for a long time until it finally became French in 1816. In the charming main town of Terre-de-Haut, you can take a delightful stroll along the waterside promenade. Boutiques, cafés, bars, and restaurants invite you to browse and spend some time here. The 'savoir vivre' takes place against a backdrop lit up in all the pastel shades of the Caribbean. Fort Napoleon is set high above the bay, and your climb up to it is rewarded by a spectacular panoramic view. On the other side of the island, the Plage de Pompierre invites you to enjoy a dip in the sea and sunbathe on the beach.
Day 15: Fort-de-France, Martinique | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Lush rainforest and black lava beaches in the north, golden bays in the south, and in between the lively capital Fort-de-France: Martinique offers its guests a Caribbean mix that seems to come straight out of a picture book. The mountainous, green Antillean island is a French overseas department, and its delightful savoir-vivre intermingles with the Creole zest for life. Already, its native inhabitants called Martinique the "island of flowers" because of its fascinating flora. The fragrant flowers are still extremely attractive today, both to human visitors and to the iridescent hummingbirds that buzz through the tropical greenery at lightning speed.
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Notes
Rates are based on double occupancy. A limited number of cabins can be booked for individual use for an additional charge.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or AmEx. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
14 Breakfasts, 13 Lunches, 14 Dinners
12 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Beer, wine, cocktails, and spirits aboard the ship. We are also pleased to offer a selection of super premium wines and liquors that are available for purchase.
Crew gratuities
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available to all guests (connectivity permitting)
Gratuities
Port Fees
Welcome and Farewell Cocktails
Welcome champagne in the suite/stateroom
Daily fresh fruit basket in suite/stateroom
All coffee, tea specialties and soft drinks
Bottled water on the excursions
Fine wines from renowned winemakers
Open bar (except premium brands)
Beach barbecues in select destinations
Marina platform with use of water sports equipment such as snorkel gear, stand-up paddleboards, and towable tube (weather permitting)
Laundry service in suites
Curated moments
All meals including nightly 4-course menu and a 5-course gala dinner
Beautifully appointed cabin in selected category
All meals from early-bird breakfast to the exquisite 4-course dinner menu with choice of main course
5-course gala dinner during the cruise
Welcome and farewell cocktail with champagne
Free laundry service for cat. A-C (SEA CLOUD) and cat. A+B (SEA CLOUD II and SEA CLOUD SPIRIT)
Excluded
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
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