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History and culture visiting Caribbean jewels

History and culture visiting Caribbean jewels

  • Itinerary
    Philipsburg to Pointe-à-Pitre
    Duration
    8 days
  • Dates
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Come aboard Le Ponant for an unforgettable voyage.

Le Ponant, the first Relais & Châteaux sailing yacht. The finest travel address on the waters of the world.

The Caribbean. The mere mention of this vast archipelago conjures images of waves dancing along the shoreline, lapping against long beaches lined with elegant palm trees. During this unforgettable 8-day cruise, spend your time contemplating and exploring aboard PONANT’s emblematic yacht.

You will move away from the lively shores of Philipsburg and sail under wind power towards the Anguilla archipelago, a little-known jewel where you will be able to reconnect both with yourself and the surrounding elements. The two small uninhabited islands of Prickly Pear Cays, separated by a narrow channel and surrounded by rocky protrusions, are heaven for divers and birds. The island is also home to Lesser Antillean iguanas.

You will set sail again, for Saint Barthélemy, a small island in the Tropics offering an exceptional and windswept stretch of water. Sailing is synonymous with pleasure in these warm waters, even when the sea spray makes it onto the deck.

Le Ponant will set sail towards Saint Kitts and Nevis. Thanks to the perfect conditions, sailing here is a delight for all the senses. Lying on the deck, you will let the wind and the sunshine caress your skin, while the crew sail the mainsail. In Charlestown, on the island of Nevis, you will discover the port facilities built by Admiral Nelson. You will also be able to visit the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, one of the founding fathers of the United States, as well as St John’s Fig Tree Church, which houses the original marriage certificate of Lord Horatio Nelson and Fanny Nisbet. Nevis also has a very beautiful botanical garden.

You will find Admiral Nelson’s works in Nelson's Dockyard, in Falmouth Harbour. This is also where his former residence may be found.

You will reach Barbuda, where you will be able to relax on beaches of white and pink sand bathing in crystal-clear water and observe the many seabirds, particularly the magnificent frigatebirds.

Soon, deeply breathing in the air on the deck of the three-mast yacht, you will be enchanted by the infinite palette of blues in the Caribbean Sea. As you approach Les Saintes Bay, which is one of the world’s most beautiful bays, you will glimpse Fort Napoleon crowning the summit of the island.

After this odyssey embracing the elements, feeling refreshed by this special experience aboard Le Ponant, as if you were on your very own yacht, you will return to terra firma in Pointe-à-Pitre.

Overview

Your voyage

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Destination

Destination

Caribbean

Philipsburg to Pointe-à-Pitre

Duration

8 days, 7 nights on board

Relais & Châteaux

Establishment

Relais & Châteaux

Timeless

Offers

PONANT Bonus 15%

Diving & initiation dive

Diving & initiation dive

Ref: PO240126

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • Explore the idyllic islands and fascinating cultural heritage of the Caribbean on a unique voyage aboard Le Ponant, the first Relais & Châteaux sailing yacht.
  • Immerse yourself in the history of the Caribbean (several ports of call in the wake of Admiral Nelson) and discover exceptional wildlife (especially seabirds) and flora.
  • Included excursions: seabird and magnificent frigatebird watching in Barbuda; a visit to Nelson's Dockyard in Antigua (UNESCO World Heritage Site); water-based activities (including scuba diving**).
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*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.

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Itinerary

Embarkation 24/01/26 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 24/01/26 at 22:00

24 Jan 26 - Philipsburg
24 Jan 26 - Philipsburg

Arrival 25/01/26 early morning Departure 25/01/26 early afternoon

25 Jan 26 - Prickley Pear Cays
25 Jan 26 - Prickley Pear Cays

1 available excursionto this stopover

Arrival 26/01/26 Departure 26/01/26 evening

26 Jan 26 - Gustavia
26 Jan 26 - Gustavia

2 available excursionsto this stopover

Arrival 27/01/26 early morning Departure 27/01/26 late afternoon

27 Jan 26 - Charlestown, Nevis
27 Jan 26 - Charlestown, Nevis

2 available excursionsto this stopover

Arrival 28/01/26 early morning Departure 28/01/26 evening

28 Jan 26 - Falmouth Bay
28 Jan 26 - Falmouth Bay

1 available excursionto this stopover

Arrival 29/01/26 early morning Departure 29/01/26 late afternoon

29 Jan 26 - Barbuda
29 Jan 26 - Barbuda

1 available excursionto this stopover

Arrival 30/01/26 early morning Departure 30/01/26 evening

30 Jan 26 - Les Saintes
30 Jan 26 - Les Saintes

1 available excursionto this stopover

Arrival 31/01/26 at night Disembarkation 31/01/26 at 8:00

31 Jan 26 - Pointe-à-Pitre
31 Jan 26 - Pointe-à-Pitre

History and culture visiting Caribbean jewels

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Flavours of guadeloupe

FLAVOURS OF GUADELOUPE
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Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day time between your port of disembarkation and the airport.

Pointe-à-Pitre

Once you have completed your disembarkation formalities, you will leave the port in a coach to head to the Valombreuse Botanical Gardens. Between sea, reliefs and rivers, the island of Basse-Terre offers magnificent scenery and sites. After a brief tour, you will discover the tropical forest, in the town of Petit Bourg. From there, you will explore the Valombreuse Botanical Gardens, created in 1989 by Magguy Chaulet. Whether you stroll along the paths or use the little train, you will take the time to discover its collection of exceptional endemic plants: orchids, ferns, red and white flowering ginger, red ginger lilies, 300-year old trees, and so on.
You will then continue inland on the island of Basse-Terre, to go north, more precisely to Lamentin.

In a corner of vegetation, the Green Lord Domaine will open its doors to you for a Creole gastronomic experience exclusively dedicated to Ponant guests. 
Enjoy tasting the Creole cuisine of Chef Gilda, inspired not only by Creole heritage but also by flavours from around the world. The dishes are built around local fishing and agriculture, as well as spices from all over the planet.

After this gastronomic interlude, you will return to the airport by bus for your return flight.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfers, visits and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide. 

·         Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea).

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.In the event of schedule changes of PONANT's selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.


Total

£330/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Transfer to the pier of philipsburg

TRANSFER TO THE PIER OF PHILIPSBURG
Details

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organizes your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Saint-Martin - Port of Philipsburg

Meet at the airport - Arrival Hall (look for PONANT sign).

You will be greeted by our local English-speaking representative off the flight selected by PONANT.

You will be directly transferred by coach to the pier to embark on board your ship. The duration of the transfer is approximately 30 minutes.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfer by coach from the airport to the port.

·        Services of a local English-speaking hostess at the airport and during the transfer.

Your programme does not include:

·        Personal expenses.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Duration of the transfer is given as a guide only. For the times of your PONANT flight, please contact your travel agent; they are also shown on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.


Total

£50/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

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Other available dates

24/01/2631/01/26

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£6,810

/person*

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21/03/2628/03/26

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£6,430

/person*

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