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!

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.

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.

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.

OVERVIEW

Fly high over St. Kitts in a helicopter with large windows for a bird’s-eye view of the island’s capital Basseterre and the natural beauty that lies well beyond. Once you take a seat in the helicopter and its rotors start turning, the thrills will begin in earnest. As you soar over St. Kitts, you will get a good sense of the topography, which is quite mountainous in the center. It won’t be long before you are looking down on beautiful South Friar’s Bay and Nevis in the distance. The helicopter will also take you up the east coast of St. Kitts, past the steep stratovolcano Mount Liamuiga and on to the coastal Black Rocks, an ancient lava flow that the sea has pounded into jagged rock formations. You can also expect to fly over fields of sugar cane and the town of Saint Paul Capisterre during this ultimate aerial perspective of the island.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See St. Kitts from high above in a helicopter with large windows.
• Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of volcanic peaks, ancient lava flows and South Friar’s Bay.
• Fly over your cruise ship and Basseterre, the Eastern Caribbean’s oldest town.
• Hear the pilot’s commentary that describes the landmarks as you fly past them.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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.

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.

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.

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

Travel through Basseterre to the tourist and residential resort area of Frigate Bay as you prepare to spend a fun-filled day at a gorgeous seaside restaurant on Cockleshell Bay. The area is home to one of St. Kitts’s most beautiful beaches, which you can explore at leisure while taking in stunning views of the Atlantic coast and the neighboring island of Nevis. A beach chair and refreshing drink have been reserved for you at the beach front restaurant. Relax and enjoy. moins

You will be met at the ship by your knowledgeable tour guide and escorted a few yards to your awaiting 96 feet long vessel and expert, courteous and knowledgeable crew. From here you will embark on an exhilarating enjoyable boat ride from Port Zante. Sail along the coastline and make the crossing over to and to dock on one of Nevis’ beaches, right on the beach. Here, you can take a swim, take a walk along the Caribbean beach and feel the white sand through your toes or simply relax and soak up the sun on the beach. Suitably refreshed, follow the coastline back to Port Zante and you will be entertained by a wonderful St Kitts Steel Band, playing tunes of favorites from around the world. Enjoy some refreshing drinks as you dance your way back to your ship and take in your ultimate Caribbean experience.

Experience a touch of tropical rainforest and off-roading pleasure in the heart of St. Kitts, as well as a refreshing swim in the magical Caribbean Sea. Board your vehicle at the pier and head inland traveling through villages and then up into cool mountain rainforests. As you travel off road into the interior, in modified 4x4 Land Rovers, you'll explore the lush rainforest where it is possible to see shy, green monkeys and exotic tropical flora and fauna. At a private mountain top property, 1,000 feet above sea level, enjoy panoramic views over the island’s rainforest and quilted coastline, inclusive of the capital city of Basseterre and sister island of Nevis. Be sure to bring your camera for exquisite photo opportunities.

Your journey continues through the mountains to the opposite side of the island where you'll discover quaint villages and the country life of St. Kitts. Going through the village of Cayon, the historical St. Mary’s Church will be pointed out to you as well as traditional village homes and farmers’ gardens. Drive along the windswept Atlantic coastline as you head towards the beach for a refreshing swim in the Caribbean Sea. Relax and unwind on the beach while enjoying a local juice or swim off a golden sand, before returning to port.