Full-Day Panoramic Tour of Antigua with Pick-up

Overview

Accompanied by a local guide, explore the iconic sites of Antigua on a 6-hour panoramic tour. This excursion allows you to discover the island's past and present through its diverse landscapes. The itinerary includes visits to Devil’s Bridge, Dow’s Hill Interpretation Center, and the Shirley Heights viewpoint. You will also discover Nelson Dockyard and travel along Fig Tree Drive to admire the west coast and enjoy a beach break at Darkwood. The service includes pick-up from your hotel reception or the cruise terminal. Lunch, bottled water, and fruit punch are provided during the day.

Itinerary

1. The Devil’s Bridge is a remarkable example of sea-water erosion. Geological, Devil's Bridge is a natural arch carved by the sea from soft and hard limestone ledges of the Antigua formation, a geological division of the flat north-eastern part of Antigua.

   · 20 min· Admission included

2. The Blockhouse is a brick ruin located high above English Harbour in Nelson's Dockyard National Park, overlooking the southeastern coast of Antigua. Constructed in the 18th century, it offers unobstructed views of Antigua's coastline.

   · 15 min· Admission included

3. At the most southerly tip of Antigua, The Lookout, part of the Shirley Heights Lookout military complex, commands a breathtaking view over the whole of English Harbour. Shirley Heights dates back to the 17th century. This historical site is said to have been built by the British military who were in control of Antigua at the time. A great photo opportunity!!

   · 15 min· Admission included

4. Nelson’s Dockyard is the largest of Antigua’s National Parks and is still used today as a working dockyard for numerous yachts and ships. Fully restored to its original splendor, the eighteenth- and nineteenth-century buildings of the Dockyard house modern amenities such as shops, hotels, and marina businesses.

   · 45 min· Admission included

5. Fig Tree Drive runs through a green area of Antigua, past rainforests and massive banana trees (locals like to call figs). Roadside vendors sell local fruits , so don't pass by without asking them for some mango or black pineapple. Along the way you will pass by the ziplines and yes , look for a few beaches at end of it!!

   · Non-stop passage

6. Darkwood Beach offers some of the most iridescent seas and white beaches on the island, set on a backdrop of hilltops and tropical forestry; the views are both panoramic and spectacular also on a clear day, you can see Montserrat. Being one of the longest stretches of beach there is ample space to take it all in and with warm, alluring sea lapping up on pristine sands, there is plenty of reasons to visit!

   · 40 min

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

** Meeting Instructions ** Heritage Quay pier: Upon disembarkation, exit the cruise pier gate and turn unto the boardwalk and follow the boardwalk to Zone 7 near the Rum Runners By The Sea (formerly The Coast) and the Barbuda Express parking lot where our meet and greet guide(s) will be standing with a sign that reads "Voyages Antigua". Please be sure to arrive 10 minutes prior to the departure time listed above. Nevis pier: In the event that your ship docks at the Nevis pier. As you exit the gate turn left turn and follow the boardwalk until you get to ZONE 7 near to the Rum Runners By The Sea (formerly The Coast) and the Barbuda Express parking lot where our meet and greet guide(s) will be standing with a sign that reads "Voyages Antigua". Please be sure to arrive 10 minutes prior to the departure time listed above. Any other pier please ask the port security for directions to our meeting location at ZONE 7 near the Rum Runners By The Sea (formerly The Coast) and Barbuda Express parking lot. Recommended Dress Comfortable light clothing, walking shoes, swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen and towel.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Prams or strollers are permitted for babies and young children.
• Special needs child seats are available.
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
• The activity can accommodate a maximum of 8 travellers.
• Confirmation is received immediately upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• This activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather or insufficient participants.

Who is it for?

• Families with young children
• Travellers requiring special needs child seats
• People of all physical fitness levels
• Small groups (up to 8 people)

What makes it different

• Pick-up included from hotel or cruise terminal
• Lunch, water, and fruit punch included
• Small group size limited to 8 participants

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