St Martin Island France Cruise from Philipsburg — 8 Days

Marigot, France

Philipsburg rewards a shore day spent beyond the cruise terminal. It sits on a narrow strip between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. The Dutch-side capital is compact and easy to explore on foot. Front Street pairs duty-free shops with the 1793 courthouse, while the Boardwalk follows Great Bay Beach. Cross the open border into French Saint-Martin for French bakeries, lively markets and another stretch of coast.

Anguilla Island

Island Harbour is a working fishing village on Anguilla’s quiet eastern shore, where brightly painted boats rest beside the beach. From the waterfront, a short boat ride reaches Scilly Cay, a tiny offshore island known for its beachside dining. Come for fresh seafood, unhurried views and a glimpse of local life beyond the island’s busier resorts. The appeal is simple: salt air, clear water and a village pace.

Virgin Gorda Island BVI

Virgin Gorda swaps city bustle for clear water, quiet coves and a dramatic coastline. At The Baths, granite boulders form a maze of sea pools and narrow passages beside the beach. Some routes involve ladders and slippery rocks, so wear shoes with grip. Spanish Town is the island’s main settlement; North Sound is known for sheltered anchorages and sailing. Go early to explore The Baths before the busiest hours, then cool off in the Caribbean.

Norman Island BVI

Norman Island rewards travellers who arrive by sea. Its sheltered Bight is one of the British Virgin Islands’ best-known anchorages, framed by steep green hills and clear water. At Treasure Point, three sea caves invite snorkellers to explore their shadowed entrances and bright shallows. Come ashore for a beachside pause, or stay aboard and watch boats settle into the bay. The island’s pirate lore adds intrigue, but its real treasure is the water.

Jost Van Dyke Island BVI

Cruz Bay is St. John’s harbor town, where ferries, cafés and island roads meet. From here, much of the island opens quickly: Virgin Islands National Park protects roughly two-thirds of St. John. Follow North Shore Road to white-sand beaches and clear water, or visit the sugar plantation ruins at Annaberg. Back in town, browse the shops at Mongoose Junction, then choose a waterfront table for dinner.

Anegada Island BVI (Scenic Stop)

Saba Island, Netherlands

Saba is a steep volcanic island in the Caribbean Netherlands, where cloud forest, stone villages and blue water meet. At 887 metres, Mount Scenery is the Kingdom of the Netherlands’ highest point, reached by a stairway trail. The island’s compact villages—Windwardside and The Bottom—reward unhurried walks, while Saba Marine Park draws divers to its reefs. Arrivals by air land on a 400-metre runway; at sea, Saba’s dramatic coastline makes the approach unforgettable.

Gustavia St Barths, France

Gustavia makes a polished first impression, but its appeal is more than designer boutiques and superyachts. Swedish rule left its mark in the town’s name and the ruins of Fort Gustav above the harbor. From the waterfront, cafés, galleries and shops sit within easy walking distance, while Shell Beach lies just beyond the center. Come ashore for French-Caribbean style, with history close at hand.

Marigot, France

Philipsburg rewards a shore day spent beyond the cruise terminal. It sits on a narrow strip between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. The Dutch-side capital is compact and easy to explore on foot. Front Street pairs duty-free shops with the 1793 courthouse, while the Boardwalk follows Great Bay Beach. Cross the open border into French Saint-Martin for French bakeries, lively markets and another stretch of coast.