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12 Night The Essential of the Caribbean

From Pointe-a-Pitre to Fort de France

Le Champlain

Ponant Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 6952546
  • Departs: Tue, Dec 17, 2024
  • Returns: Sun, Dec 29, 2024
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    Tuesday - Dec 17, 2024
    Day
    1
    Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadaloupe
    • Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadaloupe
    • Depart: 8:00 pm
    At the crossroads of cultures, where European influence mingles with the richness of the Caribbean and the diversity of indigenous traditions, Pointe-a-Pitre promises a unique experience. Here, nestled on the southern coast of the island of Grande-Terre in Guadeloupe, in the heart of the Caribbean Sea, you will fall in love with the heavenly landscapes that reveal themselves to you, including white-sand beaches, verdant mountains, and lush tropical forests. Along the bustling streets of the city, you will discover Creole authenticity through the colorful markets, the traditional wooden houses, and the warm hospitality of the locals. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 18, 2024
    Day
    2
    St John's, Antigua and Barbuda
    • St John's, Antigua and Barbuda
    Between white sandy beaches and lush tropical forest, you will discover Antigua, the largest of the two islands that make up Antigua and Barbuda, a sovereign Commonwealth state. From its British colonial heritage, this picture-postcard island has kept English as its official language and a pronounced taste for cricket! The steep hillsides of the south of the island offer splendid vistas over English Harbour and the Antigua shipyard, a building dating from the 17th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and over Indian Creek, where the first Arawak Indians settled. To the east, the clear waters of the village of Seatons are the ideal site for snorkeling alongside the rays. ...
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    Thursday - Dec 19, 2024
    Day
    3
    Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Islands - British
    • Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Islands - British
    During your cruise, discover the pearl of the British Virgin Islands, said to have been named after a fearsome Dutch pirate from long ago. The hilly landscape offers travellers beautiful wild expanses lined with immaculate beaches where the breeze gently caresses the coconut palms. In this slice of heaven with crystal-clear waters, you will be able to enjoy the lively atmosphere of White Bay. As for the wildlife, iguanas, mongooses, pelicans, and blue herons have taken up residence on these islands, much to the delight of the passengers who love a good holiday snap! ...
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    Friday - Dec 20, 2024
    Day
    4
    Gustavia, St. Barts, Saint Barthelemy
    • Gustavia, St. Barts, Saint Barthelemy
    Lovers of this island call it Saint-Barth. This French island in the Lesser Antilles was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493. Ever since, this tiny mountainous volcanic gem with its unspoilt nature has been enchanting visitors. You will enjoy the beauty of its large paradisiacal beaches, plus the charm and refinement of its old wooden houses and its sumptuous colonial manors. Although, as you saunter through the streets, you'll come across jewellers, top fashion boutiques, and fine restaurants, there is also a simplicity that money can't buy... ...
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    Saturday - Dec 21, 2024
    Day
    5
    • Friar's Bay, St. Kitts & Nevis
    Nestling along the peninsula of Saint Kitts island, South Friar's Bay shelters one of the Kittitians' most popular beaches. You will find this gorgeous stretch of golden sand ideal for a spot of sunbathing, or you may prefer to go and discover the history of the island. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park is a remarkable example of military architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries. It affords an exceptional view of the island's coast. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 22, 2024
    Day
    6
    Iles des Saintes, Guadeloupe
    • Iles des Saintes, Guadeloupe
    During the feast of All Saints in 1493, Christopher Columbus discovered this archipelago of nine islands that he named "The Saints". Today, only two of them are inhabited. Terre-de-Haut, in the east, is dominated by the Morne Mire hill; at the summit stands Fort Napoleon, paying homage to the islands' history. In the heart of the botanical garden, shared by iguanas and cacti, there is an exceptional view of the Baie des Saintes, one of the most beautiful in the world. The long shady beach of Pompierre, where it is forbidden to drop anchor, is a peaceful place for a swim, while Pain de Sucre Beach offers wonderful opportunities for snorkelling. On the island, don't forget to taste the local speciality, the "tourment d'amour", a cake made with coconut. ...
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    Monday - Dec 23, 2024
    Day
    7
    • Portsmouth, Dominica
    With its mountainous terrain, vast tropical forest, hot springs, rivers, and spectacular waterfalls, Dominica is undoubtedly the wildest island in the Caribbean. Protected by several national parks, this little-known land, located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea between Guadeloupe and Martinique, will inspire adventure and exploration. During your port of call, do not miss out on discovering the enchanting landscapes of the Indian River: navigating through this dense mangrove, in which creepers, ferns, forest trees, and giant roots are interweaved, is a magical experience, a fascinating voyage into the heart of an almost mystical natural universe. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 24, 2024
    Day
    8
    Pigeon Island, Saint Lucia
    • Pigeon Island, Saint Lucia
    Linked to St. Lucia by a sand causeway, Pigeon Island has been a designated national park since 1979. On this wild and pristine land, you will be inspired to take pleasant walks amid the tropical vegetation and through a magnificent tree-filled garden. You will also be irresistibly drawn to the two pretty little sandy beaches nestling on the southern side and bathed by crystal-clear waters. While snorkelling, be sure to explore the underwater world that is teeming with life, along the rocks lining this peninsula's coast. You will thoroughly enjoy the calm and beauty of this place, which is really conducive to simply relaxing. ...
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    • Soufriere , Saint Lucia
    Nestled in the crook of a breath-taking bay, the former capital of St. Lucia is brimming with attractions. Soufriere is famous for The Pitons, volcanic spires that tower over the entrance to the town. In the vicinity of the lush botanical gardens, you will be able to enjoy the curative powers of the Diamond Falls mineral baths. From the beach at the north end of the bay, you can set off to explore the reefs that are home to stunning gardens of sea fans at the foot of the cliffs that plunge into the sea. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 25, 2024
    Day
    9
    Tobago Cays, St. Vincent & The Grenadines
    • Tobago Cays, St. Vincent & The Grenadines
    Scattered between St. Vincent and Grenada, the Tobago Cays comprises five little islands: Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Baradal, Petit Tabac, and Jamesby. This rosary of uninhabited cays in the southern West Indies is a marine park whose turquoise lagoons provide a home and safe haven for some outstanding marine fauna, including peaceful green turtles. Girded and united by a coral reef, these secluded islands are a peaceful paradise for divers, swimmers, and snorkellers. ...
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    Thursday - Dec 26, 2024
    Day
    10
    Mayreau, St. Vincent & The Grenadines
    • Mayreau, St. Vincent & The Grenadines
    Among the string of paradisiac islands with their sandy beaches that form the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines archipelago, Mayreau is the smallest. Its peaceful and idyllic atmosphere, far from the madding crowd, invites you to relax. On shore, enjoy a shaded and fully equipped beach from which to go snorkelling if you'd like to observe the colourful fish around the coral sitting at the foot of the rocks that stretch across the bay. ...
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    Friday - Dec 27, 2024
    Day
    11
    Port Elizabeth, St. Vincent & The Grenadines
    • Port Elizabeth, St. Vincent & The Grenadines
    In the heart of the Caribbean, Bequia is the second largest of 32 islands that make up the country of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. You will love the lively and picturesque atmosphere of Port Elizabeth, the island's main town. From the port, a promenade lined with beautiful traditional houses, landscaped gardens, and small restaurants runs along the shoreline. It leads to Princess Margaret Beach, a wild beach where Princess Margaret herself has stayed and which seems to emerge directly from the tropical forest. From rainforest to lush meadows and long stretches of sand, Bequia will offer you a natural setting that is conducive to lovely walks and to spending time on the beach. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 28, 2024
    Day
    12
    • Union Island, St. Vincent & The Grendadines
    Deserted bays, long stretches of golden sand, turquoise waters, and endless coral reefs - Union Island is without a doubt one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. Overlooked by soaring peaks, this strange little strip of land owes its nickname of "the Tahiti of the West Indies" to its volcanic silhouette and its large swathes of greenery. When you call here, you will discover what the locals consider to be "the best-kept secret in the Grenadines" - Chatham Bay. Surrounded by hills and valleys carpeted in tropical rainforest, sheltering many sea turtles, this delightful half-moon of sand is, each day, the setting for the tireless ballet of the numerous pelicans who inhabit the island. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 29, 2024
    Day
    13
    Fort de France, Martinique
    • Fort de France, Martinique
    Located on the western coast of Martinique, Fort-de-France will amaze you by the splendour of its bay, a magnificent cut-out in the coastline, considered as one of the most beautiful in the world. At the harbour mouth on its strip of land, Fort Saint-Louis overlooks the capital city of Martinique. If you climb up to it, you can see some breath-taking views. Saint Louis Cathedral and the Schoelcher Library bear witness to a secular history, intimately linked to the island's story. Why not try some fresh coconut at the colourful Grand Marche. Two really pleasant places you can take a breather in are the Garden of Balata and the Aime Cesaire Park right in the heart of the city. ...
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