Caribbean Celebration

Cruise Itinerary

• Day 1: Bridgetown, Barbados

  Fly from the UK to Bridgetown, Barbados and board Queen Elizabeth for your 19-night cruise.

• Day 2: Castries, St Lucia

  Arrive in Castries, the capital city of St Lucia. Step ashore and shop for bargains at La Place Carenage Shopping Plaza in downtown Castries, or venture to the heart of the city to the vibrant Central Market. Pay a visit to the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Derek Walcott Square, and the Government House; before climbing to the top of Morne Fortune to view Fort Charlotte. Spend a few hours at Vigie Beach or head south to Marigot Bay. Take an island tour and admire the majestic Piton Mountains, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Half-Moon Bay, or enjoy a picnic on a lemon grass lawn at Pigeon Island National Park.

• Day 3: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 4: Philipsburg, St Maarten

  The ship drops anchor today at St Maarten's Dutch capital city - Philipsburg. Stroll along the shops on bustling Front Street or enjoy a couple of hours’ beach time at Great Bay. Fly through the trees at the Fly Zone at Loterie Farm or explore the island by quad bike. Witness local plant and animal life at St Maarten Zoological and Botanical Garden, get up close to parrots and monkeys at St Maarten Zoo, and encounter caterpillars and butterflies at the Butterfly Farm. Experience the displays of artefacts from the indigenous Arawak people at the Sint Maarten Museum and the ruins of the 17th-century Fort Amsterdam. You can also swim with dolphins at Dolphin Discovery Anguilla or admire heart-stopping views in the Pic du Paradis hills.

• Day 5: Tortola, British Virgin Islands

  Tortola is the largest of the British Virgin Islands. Powder-white sands, azure seas, and verdant green mountains set the scene; equally matched by tasty culinary experiences, luxurious holiday resorts, and a wealth of famous attractions. Explore the eclectic mix of shops in Road Town or escape to the tranquillity of J R O'Neal Botanic Gardens. Get up close to nature at Sage Mountain National Park or visit the giant boulders and rock formations at The Baths on Virgin Gorda. Go surfing at Cane Garden Bay or snorkel amongst tropical fish and coral at Smuggler's Cove. Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Discovery or sample locally-made rum at Callwood's Rum Distillery.

• Day 6-7: At sea

  Days at sea

• Day 8: Miami, FL, USA

  Be spoilt for choice on how to spend your time here. This vibrant city stretches from the serene Everglades to the stylish haunts of the rich and famous on Miami Beach. Indulge in retail therapy at Lincoln Road Mall or enjoy a touch of culture at Wolfsonian-FIU museum. Escape to the idyllic Miami Beach Botanical Garden or chill out on the white sand of South Beach. Explore the art galleries and elegant eateries at Miami's Design District or visit the historic and bohemian Espanola Way. If you're travelling with children, spend time at Jungle Island zoo and Miami Children's Museum.

• Day 9-14: At sea

  Days at sea

• Day 15-16: Praia da Vitoria, Azores, Portugal

  Praia da Vitória, translated as the Beach of the Victory, is one of the most modern towns in the Azores. It is packed full of character, stunning churches, caverns, lakes and much more. Explore the cobbled streets and discover the mesmerising blue and white Império dos Pescadores among other breath taking buildings. Take a stroll across the white sandy beach or hike along fort stone walls and gaze in awe at untamed volcanic mountains. Take in the panoramic views from the Port of Praia da Vitória, located next to crystal blue waters of the bay.

• Day 17-19: At sea

  Days at sea

• Day 20: Southampton, England, UK

  Today your cruise comes to an end.