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St. Kitts Scenic Rail
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Duration 3 hrs
- Adult from: $139.00 USD
- Child from: $69.00 USD
Duration 3 hrs
This scenic rail tour runs in a complete circle around the island allowing visitors the opportunity to see the entire country by rail and by road. No trip to this two-island federation is complete without the experience of traveling on the new St. Kitts Scenic Railway, one of the most interesting train rides in the world. This one-of-a-kind narrow gauge railroad was built almost a century ago to deliver sugar cane from the fields to the sugar mills in the capital city of Basseterre. This still operational railway now provides a fascinating way to see the island from the comfort of double-deck railcars built specifically for touring the island of St. Kitts. All guests will have a seat on both levels of the railcar. The upper level features a spacious open-air observation deck with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
The lower level provides air conditioned comfort with expansive vaulted windows. Island ambiance is evoked with comfortable rattan furniture, complimentary specialty drinks, island music and a colorful narrative. The railway hugs the northeastern coastline with fields of sugarcane from the shoreline up to the mountains. The volcanic mountain ranges rise nearly 4,000 feet above sea level coated with lush green rainforests. The train rolls across tall steel bridges spanning deep canyons, and winds through small villages and farms. Your conductor will point out old sugar estates, sugar mills and windmills while giving insight in to the island’s unique history. Your experience is complimented by a scenic drive along the southern coast. Enjoy excellent vistas of Brimstone fortress, the British "Gibraltar of the Caribbean", Middle Island where an ancestor of U.S. President Thomas Jefferson’s is buried and the neighboring island of Nevis. A truly unique experience!
lessDuration 3 1/2 hrs
Your tour guide takes you through Basseterre, the oldest town in the Eastern Caribbean where elements of French and British colonization have been carefully preserved. Highlights of the tour include, Brimstone Hill Fortress and National Park, known as the Gibraltar of the West Indies, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Caribelle Batik where local artists transform Sea Island cotton into stunning Batik fabrics. At Romney Manor experience a 12-acre botanical paradise and former home of Samuel Jefferson, an ancestor of U.S. President Thomas Jefferson. Your tour continues to Fairview Great House and Gardens where you can explore the 3 1/2 acres of old world charm and meticulously restored Great House along with the tropical garden oasis surrounding it at your leisure. Your final stop will be at the Timothy Hill lookout for breathtaking views of the Frigate Bay Area with its long stretches of golden sandy beaches.
Duration 3 hrs
OVERVIEW
Join the nonstop party on a panoramic drive around Basseterre that includes a lengthy stop at one of the most popular waterfront bars on the island. The brightly painted party bus will get you in just the right mood for the fun that follows as lively DJ music will be playing and the well-stocked bar will be open. Drinks are unlimited during the ride, which will take you past some of the capital city’s most well-known and historical landmarks. Enlightening commentary will describe the points of interest along the way and prepare you for the good times that await at Vibes Beach Bar. Located on a gorgeous stretch of sand on Frigate Bay, the bar couldn’t be more lively or inviting. You can hang out there the entire time – dining and drinking on your own – or just pop in on occasion while enjoying the beach and sparkling blue sea out front.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of Basseterre on a party bus with an open bar.
• Spend hours relaxing on the spectacularly scenic beach at Frigate Bay.
• Dine and drink on your own at Vibes Beach Bar, a nonstop party spot on Frigate Bay.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Duration 3 1/2 hrs
OVERVIEW
Travel through the mountainous interior of St. Kitts in a Jeep Wrangler until you reach a spectacular beach where you will be free to relax as you please. You can take the wheel of the four-person Jeep or just ride along. You can also choose between an open-air vehicle or an air-conditioned one. Either way, the thrills will be nonstop as you follow the off-road trails up and down the rainforest-blanketed mountains. You will pause along the way atop Crescent Hill, which offers a sweeping view of Basseterre and your cruise ship, and see the other side of the island after driving a circuitous route around verdant Green Hill and on to Frigate Bay. In time, you will arrive at Vibes Beach Bar, a popular spot known for its laid-back island ambiance. You might order an ice-cold beverage on your own or head straight for the beach for a swim in the sea.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Ride through St. Kitts’ mountainous interior in a Jeep Wrangler made for adventure.
• Take the wheel of the Jeep or just ride along as a passenger.
• Stop at scenic overlooks that present the island’s natural beauty.
• Relax however you see fit at the lengthy beach that rims Frigate Bay.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Duration 4 hrs
OVERVIEW
Join the nonstop party on a panoramic drive around Basseterre that includes a lengthy stop at one of the most popular waterfront bars on the island. The brightly painted party bus will get you in just the right mood for the fun that follows as lively DJ music will be playing and the well-stocked bar will be open. Drinks are unlimited during the ride, which will take you past some of the capital city’s most well-known and historical landmarks. Enlightening commentary will describe the points of interest along the way and prepare you for the good times that await at Vibes Beach Bar. Located on a gorgeous stretch of sand on Frigate Bay, the bar couldn’t be more lively or inviting. You can hang out there the entire time – dining and drinking on your own – or just pop in on occasion while enjoying the beach and sparkling blue sea out front.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of Basseterre on a party bus with an open bar.
• Spend hours relaxing on the spectacularly scenic beach at Frigate Bay.
• Dine and drink on your own at Vibes Beach Bar, a nonstop party spot on Frigate Bay.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Duration 3 1/2 hrs
OVERVIEW
Spend hours relaxing however you please at the Carambola Beach Club, an exclusive destination along the island’s southwestern shore. On the drive there, you will pause for photos atop Timothy Hill, whose overlook offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean on one side of St. Kitts and the Caribbean Sea on the other. Upon arriving at the beach club, you will be free to relax as you see fit. The tropical setting couldn’t be more inviting as the amenities are abundant. You might stretch out on a padded lounge chair and bask in the sun, stroll along the wide beach without a care in the world and take a refreshing swim in South Friar’s Bay. With no schedule to follow other than your own, you can truly unwind. If you wish to dine on your own or simply order drinks, the attendants will take your order right on the beach.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Relax as you please on a beautiful stretch of sand at the Carambola Beach Club.
• Bask in the sun, swim in the sea and dine on your own if you wish.
• See both the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean from Timothy Hill Overlook.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Duration 3 hrs
Start with a driving tour of the French built and established capital city of Basseterre. The city features many landmarks such as, the Treasury Building, erected in 1894, stands majestically as a landmark being refurbished into a National Museum. The Berkeley Memorial which was erected in honor of the Honorable Thomas Berkeley, a legislator and estate owner of the 18th century, Independence Square, The Court, St. George’s Anglican Church with its impressive massive bell tower and steeple. At Romney Manor, home of the world famous Caribelle Batik, you’ll visit the demonstration room, where the acclaimed artists illustrate the wax and dye process of Batik making.
The Romney Manor Estate encompasses eight acres of historic ruins, ancient Carib Indian Rock drawings and a beautiful botanical garden. The tour then continues along the coastal road through remnants of sugar cane plantations to Brimstone Hill Fortress. This magnificent fortress, sitting impressively atop 38 acres of limestone and sulphur composites, is the result of 100 years of slave labor and has endured many wars fought between English, French and Spanish troops, for its control. From the fortress your tour returns to the ship via Basseterre’s Caribbean Sea coastal road.
lessDuration 4 hrs
This scenic rail and sail tour runs in a complete circle around the island allowing visitors the opportunity to see the entire country by train and then by catamaran. The St. Kitts Scenic Railway is one of the most beautiful train rides in the world. This one-of-a-kind narrow gauge railroad was built almost a century ago to deliver sugar cane from the fields to the mill in the capital city of Basseterre. The railway now provides a fascinating way to see the island from the comfort of double-deck railcars built specifically for touring the island of St. Kitts. After arriving at La Valle Railway Station, you’ll be transferred the short distance to Pump Bay to board your state-of-the-art catamaran. Sailing along the southwestern coastline of St. Kitts is one of the most spectacular voyages in the Caribbean.
Enjoy excellent vistas of Brimstone Hill Fortress, the British 'Gibraltar of the West Indies' and the many sugar plantations that dot the coast. Small fishing villages nestle among the sugar cane fields at the foot of the lush green slopes of Mount Liamuiga. Pass Old Road, the first British settlement, founded by Sir Thomas Warner in 1624. Sail around Bloody Point, where in 1626 the French and British came together to destroy the power of the Carib Indians. During the cruise back to Basseterre, you can enjoy the open bar for light refreshments.
Duration 4 hrs
OVERVIEW
Explore the ruins of a 17th-century sugar plantation before hiking into the rainforest with a naturalist guide that will describe the fascinating flora and fauna. While meandering the grounds of Wingfield Estate, you will see the remains of its aqueduct, mill house, lime kiln and rum distillery, which is the oldest in the Caribbean. It was one of the few distilleries that was water-powered rather than wind-powered. Following this intriguing glimpse into the past, you will hike into the surrounding wilderness, a wonderland of tropical plants that includes palms, bamboo, ferns and poinciana, the island’s national tree. It was named for the first French governor of St. Kitt’s, Monsieur de Poincy, and typically blooms in mid-summer. You may also spot colorful birds such as the bananaquit, purple martin and Antillean crested hummingbird, all of which have been portrayed on postage stamps. The brown pelican is the island’s national bird.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit the ruins of 17th-century Wingfield Estate, home to the Caribbean’s oldest distillery.
• Enjoy a leisurely hike into the mountainous rainforest that surrounds the estate.
• Observe exotic flora and fauna in the rainforest, which the naturalist guide will describe.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Duration 3 1/2 hrs
Enjoy a 'one-of-a-kind' experience of nature’s bounty combining Kittitian heritage, Caribbean traditions, the Colonial days and present day plantation home life. Your tour begins with a narrated drive around historic Basseterre with its Victorian, Georgian, gingerbread style architecture on your way to Romney Manor. This property was once owned by ancestors of Thomas Jefferson. Nowadays its the place where very beautiful batik pieces are designed and made by local artists.
Continue to Fairview Great House and Gardens to explore the old world charm of this lovingly and meticulously restored Great House along with the tropical, botanical garden surrounding it. The botanical garden, views of the Caribbean Sea, Southeast Peninsula and St. Kitts’ sister island of Nevis offer great photo opportunities.
Duration 5 hrs
Capture the moment by taking the perfect selfies in Basseterre, the charming capital city of St. Kitts and Nevis. Your experience will start at the Memorial Berkeley, in honor of Thomas B.H. Berkeley, a legislator and president of St Kitts; this place named The Circus offers the opportunity to mingle with the locals and get to know the most authentic side of the island.
Then go to the Independence Square, this beautiful park has a curiously genteel air with its 18th-century Georgian buildings and the Co-Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, where you can get amazing photos. Admire the St George Anglican Church, the largest one in Basseterre.
Your journey continues to Romney Manor to discover one of the most stunning botanical gardens on St Kitts and take pictures among multiple types of tropical flowers. Then head towards Gibbons Hill and Black Rocks, to see waves colliding where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meet. The panoramic view of this stunning feat of nature is breathtaking.
Timothy Hill Overlook is a must-see! Up here, you will have a 360° view of the entire island. With a memory full of unforgettable pictures, end this amazing experience at Frigate Bay, the most popular and beautiful beach of all on St. Kitts, enjoy yourself with its clear waters and golden sand.
Visit Basseterre’s most epic spots to snap your selfies while enjoying and learning about its history and culture!
Selfie Spots:
• The Memorial Berkeley
• Independence Square & Co-Cathedral
• St George's Anglican Church
• Romney Manor
• Gibbons Hill
• Black Rocks
• Timothy Hill Overlook
• Frigate Bay
Duration 4 hrs
Immerse yourself into Kittitian culture as your guide provides a colorful and detailed commentary on St. Kitts and its capital city Basseterre. The tour takes you through the Frigate Bay area located on the Eastern side of the island. The Monkey Bar on Frigate Bay Beach is an airy, sun-flooded restaurant and is one of the most popular beach and lunch stops on the island.
*Prices vary by ship and sail date. See Terms & Conditions
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Participation in activities and excursions may involve physical exertion, and may be potentially hazardous or dangerous. It is the responsibility of each individual to determine whether you are capable of engaging in any activity. Participation in any activity or excursion is at your own risk.
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Our group shore excursions are offered in English. Depending on the booking situation, various excursions are also offered in German, Spanish, French, Italian or Russian (minimum number of 30 participants). The tours offered may vary from cruise to cruise. Please see the detailed information for your shore excursion on board.