Yacht Habors of the ABC Islands

Cruise Itinerary

• Day 1: UK to Barbados

  Fly from your chosen regional UK airport to Barbados. On arrival be transferred to your hotel for a 3-night stay.

• Day 2-3: Barbados

  Barbados is an island country in the Lesser Antilles of the West Indies and the most easterly of the islands in the Caribbean; encompassing beautiful beaches, exciting landmarks, and friendly locals. Sun worshippers should spend a day at Bottom Bay, considered to be one of the best beaches on the island. For family-friendly fun, why not sample some Bajan cuisine and maybe even try jet-skiing at the popular Mullins Beach? Visit St Nicholas Abbey and learn about the island’s history as well as the rum distillery. Head to Harrison’s Cave which allows you to delve deep into the cave surrounded by natural wildlife. See the monkeys and other animals roaming freely around the Barbados Wildlife Reserve. Take a stroll around the scenic garden park with tropical trees at the Flower Forest.

• Day 4: Barbados

  (Embarkation Day) After checkout at your hotel be transferred to the port to begin your cruise.

• Day 5: Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia

  Discover the charming Rodney Bay located in the Gros Islet quarter on the Caribbean island of St Lucia. Pigeon Island National Park sits at the tip of the island; here discover nature trails, idyllic beaches, and crumbling ruins. With a pretty backdrop of rainforest-covered mountains; spend time relaxing on Reduit Beach or swimming and snorkelling in the turquoise waters. Take a catamaran cruise along St Lucia's western coast when the sun sets to admire stunning settings. Feast on the tempting flavours of Creole cuisine at the many inviting restaurants along the yacht-filled marina. Join the 'Jump Up' Caribbean street festivities every Friday; listen to music and tuck into fried snacks.

• Day 6: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 7: Willemstad, Curaçao

  Arrive in Willemstad — founded in 1634 and now the capital city of Curaçao. Explore the Hato Caves or see beautiful flora and fauna at Christoffel National Park. There are sea lions to visit at Curaçao Sea Aquarium; lots of shops at Punda; and a church and museum at the nearly 400-year-old Fort Amsterdam. Stroll by pastel-coloured buildings with a hint of Dutch design in the city centre and head to the Maritime Museum or Kura Hulanda to learn about the island's history. You can buy souvenirs from Willemstad's floating market and even visit a distillery to try the local liquor. Sunbathe on the beach, have a go at snorkelling and diving, swim with dolphins, and dine on cuisine influenced by Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

• Day 8: Oranjestad, Aruba

  Today, you can admire the picture-perfect beaches and exotic flowers of Oranjestad — Aruba's main port and capital city. Stroll around the Dutch colonial buildings and shop for chocolates, Dutch-made porcelain, and jewellery — particularly gold which was mined here during the 19th century. If you love the sand and sea; you have Eagle Beach, Baby Beach, and Arashi Beach all within easy reach. Step on the ferry to Palm Island and relax on the white sand or splash around at the water park. Take an off-road vehicle tour of the wild northeast coast or visit a former gold mine. You can also explore the Quadiriki and Fontein Caves at Arikok National Park; get up close to animals at Donkey Sanctuary Aruba and Aruba Ostrich Farm; and dine at one of the city's seafood restaurants on the waterfront.

• Day 9: Kralendijk, Bonaire

  Kralendijk is the main port on the island of Bonaire in the Netherlands Antilles. The population in Kralendijk is about 3,000 and there's even an uninhabited island — Klein Bonaire — not far from its coastline with sandy beaches that are nesting grounds for sea turtles. Try your hand at fishing, kayaking, snorkelling, and windsurfing and visit Bonaire National Marine Park's coral reef teeming with tropical fish. Admire landmarks including the 18th-century Protestant Church and Government House and also the colourful architecture along Kaya Grandi shopping street. Stroll around the pretty Wilhelmina Park, which is named in honour of the former Dutch queen, and witness the archaeological finds on display at Bonaire Museum. Bari Reef is a great place for diving, while Lac Bay is a popular spot to have lunch and drinks in the sunshine.

• Day 10: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 11: Bridgetown, Barbados

  (Disembarkation Day) Today your cruise comes to an end. You will disembark the ship and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home to the UK.