Caribbean Islands

Caribbean
Islands


Caribbean Island Hopping

Relax on shimmery stretches of white sand beaches, swim with tropical marine life, discover century old architecture and indulge in traditional fusion delicacies during your Caribbean getaway.
17
Days
5
Cities
Beach, Nature, Culture, Romance, Family

Itinerary

DAY 1

St Lucia

Arrive Saint Lucia and check into Sandals Halcyon Beach Luxury Resort. The hotel has first class private beaches lined with palm trees. Try a reflexology foot massage at the spa, sample English style afternoon tea served poolside, or dine on delicious Caribbean cuisine at the restaurant with its own 150 ft pier.

DAY 2

ST LUCIA

Discover snorkeling and hiking at Pigeon islet, kayaking at Marigot Bay, or yacht watching at the Rodney Bay featuring a full marina and white sand beaches.

DAY 3

ST LUCIA

At Anse Chastanet beach, you can snorkel or dive to see spectacular coral formations, fascinating shipwrecks and reefs teeming with tropical sea life.

DAY 4

ST LUCIA

Visit the Diamond Botanical Gardens and experience the scenic park with waterfalls and geothermal mineral baths. Try mountain hiking at Gros Piton which offers panoramic island views from its summit. Explore Tet Paul Nature, a hillside trail with picturesque views of the water and mountains.

DAY 5

ST LUCIA

Explore Castries and visit the Cathedral Basilica, Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Eniskillen Monument and Coubaril Church. Try making your own chocolate or sample coconut oil at Howelton Estate 1896.

DAY 6

Antigua

Arrive Antigua and check into an Airbnb waterfront apartment. Explore the capital city of St John’s and visit the Devil’s Bridge, Nelson’s Dockyard, Shirley Heights and Fig Tree Drive. Continue to Falmouth Harbour and enjoy the horseshoe-shaped bay on the far southern coast of the island.

DAY 7

ANTIGUA

Take a Stingray City Antigua tour and experience hundreds of gigantic stingrays. Dive into the warm Caribbean waters to swim and snorkel in an area known for its southern stingrays, vibrant coral reefs and schools of tropical fish. Take a thrilling ride through the skies above Antigua on a 4-hour aerial adventure across ziplines, suspension bridges and rope challenges.

DAY 8

ANTIGUA

Take a half day Creole Antigua tour to see the beautiful sites of the northern coast of Antigua. Start your cruise from Jolly Harbour and head towards Five Island Bay. Observe pelicans fishing and hunting in their natural habitat. Continue the boat ride along the picturesque coastline to Dickinson Bay, rated one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Your journey continues to a secluded island off the northern coast of Antigua, Bird Island, where you will be able to snorkel in pristine clear waters.

DAY 9

ANTIGUA

Discover the rich West Indian cuisine of the Caribbean with a 4-hour cooking workshop. Learn about jerk cooking, and how curry and other spices came to the idyllic islands. 

Enjoy a rejuvenating massage at Valley Church Beach, then hit up Beach Bar for food and drinks, or take a stroll down the shoreline.

DAY 10

Ponce, PR

Arrive Ponce and check into Hilton Ponce Hotel. Ponce is the second oldest city of Puerto Rico and known as La Perla de Sur or The Pearl of the South. Visit the Museo de Arte de Ponce (a must-see place for art lovers), and the Plaza Las Delicias located at the center of the city. Stroll around the plaza, sample a variety of cafes and admire the colorful streets in the vicinity. Explore the Ponce Cathedral and the historic firehouse building of Parque de Bombas.

DAY 11

PONCE, PR

Take a day trip to Isla Caja de Muertos located 8 miles off the coast of Ponce. Explore the natural reserve with beautiful beaches, hiking trails, a light house and a cave.

DAY 12

PONCE, PR

Try a kayaking tour inside Ponce’s Natural Reserve in Cerrillo’s Lake and marvel at the sighting of waterfalls. Another option is to take a short boat ride to Isla Cardona, just one mile south of Ponce. The Isla offers beautiful white sand beaches, trails for exploration and beautiful colored reefs for snorkeling.

DAY 13

San Juan, PR

Arrive San Juan and check into San Juan Marriott Hotel. Spend the day strolling around historic Old San Juan’s cobblestone streets. Tucked among old churches and peaceful plazas are shops, bars and galleries. Outside the city walls, you’ll find the Paseo de la Princesa, a walkway lined with artists, musicians, craft vendors and entertainers on weekend evenings.

DAY 14

SAN JUAN, PR

Take a trip to El Yunque, a tropical rainforest, to hike the observation tower at the peak for breathtaking views of the lush green forest and emerald blue ocean. On the way back to San Juan, stop at Rio Grande, the Afro-Puerto Rican town of Loiza and the beachside town of Pinones. Grab a beer or coconut water from one of the many road side kiosks that also serves fried snacks such as bacalaítos (fried codfish fritters).

DAY 15

Turks and Caicos

Arrive Turks and Caicos and check into Beaches Turks and Caicos. Discover Cockburn Town on the island of Grand Turk and walk the streets lined with Bermudian style buildings. Visit the Turks and Caicos National Museum or sample the restaurants and shops at the Grand Turk Cruise center. Try scuba diving and explore for shipwrecks, majestic reefs and vibrant sea life.

DAY 16

TURKS AND CAICOS

Visit the Providenciales Island and tour the historical Cheshire Hall plantation, or get a private kiteboarding lesson at Long Bay Beach. Another option is to take a half-day boat excursion to Caicos Cays and visit Parrot Cay, Little Water Cay’s iguana sanctuary and several uninhabited beaches.

DAY 17

TURKS AND CAICOS

Depart Turks and Caicos.

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