Aruba
TOWN & COUNTRY
Duration: App. 2 hours
$26.00 per person -
excursions
Our exclusive host will greet and escort you to our awaiting buses.
Drive past the Dutch colonial buildings then inland to the most
visited spot on the island, the Natural Bridge, a sculpted rock
formation connecting the land and sea. Other highlights include the
village of Noord, Santa Anna Catholic Church, plus the Casibari Rock
formations. Your tour also takes you past the Gold Mill Ruins at
Boca Mahos.
OFF ROAD LAND ROVER SAFARI
Duration: App. 6 hours
$72.00 per person -
excursions
Explore Aruba and get the most for
your money with our Aruba Off Road Safari. Your half or full day action
adventure starts with free pick-up service and a warm welcome
from your friendly guide. Then 6 of you hop into your open Land
Rover Defender for the most fun you've ever had while driving.
Enjoy great extras that you won't find anywhere else; a hot lunch
and unlimited drinks while non-stop jokes keep you in stitches. Many special stops
unique to this tour like the Shark's Mouth, California Lighthouse,
Wish Garden, Arikok National Park, Alto Vista Chapel, Natural
Bridge, Gold Mine Ruins, Indian Caves, Boca Prins Dunes and
snorkeling at the famous BABY BEACH.
Barbados
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HARRISONS CAVE/ISLAND HIGHLIGHTS COMBO
Duration: 4 hours
$49.00 per person -
excursions
A combination tour featuring the fascinating geological formations
of stalactites and stalagmites in Harrison's Cave, plus tours of St.
John's Church, dating from the early 1600s. Situated 800 feet above
sea level, the view affords a sweeping view of the island's dramatic
east Atlantic coast. Your visit to Harrison's Caves is enhanced by
the drive by an electrically powered tram that whisks passengers
through the beautifully lit caverns, while the land portion of the
tour is conducted in comfortable mid sized buses. Before returning to the ship we have arranged for our group to visit the beautifully restored Sunbury
Plantation.
4 x 4 SAFARI & MONKEY ENCOUNTER
Duration 4 hours $55.00 per person -
excursions
Your safari to the Wildlife Reserve begins with a
scenic island drive in four-wheel-drive vehicles. As you leave the
hustle and bustle of the south coast, the landscape turns into
undulating hills and green fields of sugar-cane. You’ll pass
through various small villages on your way to the Scotland District
on the picturesque east coast, where you’ll be treated to some
magnificent coastal scenery. Driving northward, you’ll make your
way inland to the Wildlife Reserve. Originally founded as a monkey
sanctuary, the reserve is now home to numerous other animals,
including deer, tortoises, hares and quite a few African green
monkeys. As you enter the reserve, you’re in the animals’ world,
and you’ll quickly see that they are free to roam. You’ll have
ample time to walk around on the paths and observe the animals in
their natural habitat prior to your scenic drive back to the ship.
SEA
KAYAK, TURTLE ENCOUNTER AND BEACH
Duration 3 1/2 hours
$68.00 per person -
excursions
Ocean kayaking is a fun and exciting way to enjoy the beautiful blue
water and coastal scenery of Barbados. After a brief taxi transfer,
you’ll board a powerboat for a scenic cruise up the west coast to
meet your kayak guide. A safety briefing and kayak lesson will be
provided before paddling toward Turtle Bay on your sit-on-top double
kayak. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the marvelous beaches and
coastline, while your guide provides an ongoing commentary about the
island and marine environment. After approximately 45-minutes,
you’ll reach Turtle Bay, where the kayaks will be secured to a
floating pontoon and a refreshing beverage will be served. Prior to
your up-close turtle encounter, a snorkeling lesson and an
informative talk on the species will be provided. Then you’ll
enter the water and have ample time to enjoy these fascinating
marine reptiles as the guide feeds them. Following your encounter
there will be time to enjoy one of Barbados’s beautiful beaches
prior to your return to the harbor via a powerboat. Your snorkeling equipment (including a mask, snorkel and
safety vest), professional instruction, supervision and
complimentary beverages are all provided.
Caracas,
Venezuela
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The port of La Guaira offers little of
interest but serves as our gateway to the fascinating city of
Caracas. Keep in mind that the language is Spanish and because of
this it may be difficult to find an English speaking driver. In
spite of this we have made exclusive arrangements to provide you
with excellent English speaking guides for the Caracas Highlights
Excursion. Due to the special characteristics of this metropolitan
city, this is a highly recommended way to experience this diverse
city.
CARACAS HIGHLIGHTS & MURANO GLASS FACTORY
Duration: 4 hours
$30.00 per person -
excursions
Perhaps the most economical and comprehensive way to experience the
true flavor of the history, culture and development of Venezuela's
capital. Your air conditioned bus and personal guide will meet you
pier side for the 45 minute drive into the city. Experience a drive
down the National Heroes Boulevard with its parks and statues. This
is followed by a visit to the famed Murano Glass Factory, where
skilled craftsman prepare exclusive glass designs for the visitor.
Curacao
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ISLAND HIGHLIGHTS & SEAQUARIUM
Duration: 3 hours
$38.00 per person -
excursions
Travel over the spectacular Queen Juliana bridge high above the
harbor area and to the Otrabanda section of Willemstad. Visit famous
Chobolobo, the venerable colonial mansion where the original Curacao
liqueur is still distilled in 100 year old bins. Visit Brievengat, a
magnificent old country plantation home with period antiques. Then
it is on to the most famous attraction on the island, the Curacao
Seaquarium. Literally hundreds of marine species are on display in a
unique environment. This is the most visited point of interest on
the island and we highly encourage a visit.
Grenada
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GRENADA HIGHLIGHTS
Duration: 3 hours
$30.00 per person -
excursions
Grenada truly typifies the Caribbean, and this excursion focuses on
its tropical splendor. From the quaint capital of St. George's
serene harbor, to the lush vegetation of the dense rain forest.
Travel on scenic mountain roads past spice trees and farms manned by
the local people. The excursion includes Annandale Falls, Grand
Etang National Park, gazing over the Grand Etang Lake, plus a pass
by historic Fort Frederick for a beautiful view of the harbor and
city. An excellent excursion to sample the local beauty of the
countryside and Grenada's Caribbean lifestyle.
RAIN FOREST HIKING
Duration: App. 3 hours
$28.00 per person -
excursions
After a short transfer up into the mountains to Grand Etang National
Park, our guide directs us into the forest along semi developed
paths for app. 1 hour. As you hike around the crater's lake, keep
your eyes and ears open for the elusive but often seen monkeys and
other wildlife. This excursion is designed for the naturalist who
enjoys natural beauty and the outdoors. The hike is of moderate
difficulty but does require considerable walking.
Martinique
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ST. PIERRE/ISLAND DRIVE
Duration: 4 hours
$72.00 per person -
excursions
** Available to groups of 20 persons minimum
To fully experience the true natural beauty, history and culture of
the island, we have made arrangements for this comprehensive
excursion. The tour includes a coastal drive, through quaint fishing
villages with a stop at the the Balata Botanical Gardens and the
island's rum factory for a refreshing drink. Travel on to historic
St. Pierre, once the capital of Martinique and destroyed by the
eruption of the towering volcano Mt. Pelee in 1905. A visit to its
museum documenting that fateful day is a must. The tour also
includes a beautiful drive through one of the Caribbean's premier
rain forests with a stop at famed Balata Church.
St. Lucia
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THE BEST OF ST. LUCIA
Duration: 3 hours
$34.00 per person -
excursions
Traveling through laid-back Castries, we wind our way through lush
residential areas graced by Victorian buildings, up into the
mountains for beautiful scenic stops. Journey on through Banana
Valley, before arriving in Marigot Bay-a tranquil blue lagoon
surrounded by lush green hills and a palm-fringed shoreline. As a
special treat for our group, we are invited to St. Marks, a private
old Colonial style home perched on a hill overlooking Castries
Harbour for island style snacks and a complimentary welcome drink.
Our final leg takes us back to the ship.
CRUISE TO THE VOLCANO
Duration: 6 hours
$74.00 per person -
excursions
Enjoy a relaxing catamaran coastal cruise down to Soufriere where
you are transferred up into the world's only drive-in volcano. Visit
the crater, the mineral baths and the botanical gardens all in sight
of the Pitons. Enjoy the included West Indian lunch at a local
restaurant. A brief swimming stop is also made on the return. On
selected ships this itinerary is modified as a Land & Sea combo
tour. One way by land and return by sea/sailing catamaran.
4 x 4 Off Road Safari
App 4 hours
$46.00 per person -
excursions
St. Lucia’s dramatic topography and
dense, lush tropical forests provide the perfect place for an
adventurous safari. Traveling in a rugged 4WD vehicle, you’ll
visit a beautifully restored sugar mill and go "off-road"
to some secluded hideaways. Departing Castries, you’ll take a
short jaunt to Morne Fortune Hill for a panoramic view of the
harbor. Then you’ll cruise through several lush valleys with
banana plantations before you head "off-road" for a
spectacular view of Mt. Gimie, St. Lucia’s highest mountain. Next,
you’ll stop by the picturesque Anse La Raye Waterfall. Continuing
on, the next stop is the La Sikwi Sugar Mill where you will see how
sugar was once processed during the time when it was king. Your
final stop will be a natural fresh water pool, where you can enjoy a
refreshing swim or simply relax. Beverages and local fruits will be
available throughout this tour.
Additional excursion options available for the
Trans-canal cruises:
On certain sailings there may be a minimum
participation required in order to operate the enclosed excursions.
While these cases are rare, you will be advised prior to the
cruise's departure of such situations and a full refund will be
made. Occasionally, there may be other excursions or private party
activities available that are not listed. If you have any specific
excursion requests please call 1-800-929-4548 and we will do all
possible to secure your requested tours.
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