Grande-Terre Island Guadeloupe Cruise from Pointe-à-Pitre — 8 Days

Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe

Step ashore in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe’s commercial heart, where French-Caribbean life moves to a Creole rhythm. Near the cruise port, Place de la Victoire and covered markets offer island spices, fruit, and everyday Creole life. At the waterfront, Memorial ACTe explores the history of slavery and its enduring legacy across the Caribbean. Look for wrought-iron balconies in the old streets, or settle at a café before returning to the harbor.

At Sea (At Sea)

Sandy Island Grenada (Scenic Stop)

Castries

Castries brings Saint Lucia’s capital close to the water, with cruise ships entering a sheltered harbor beneath green hills. Start at the lively Castries Market, where vendors sell spices, produce, and local crafts. Nearby, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Derek Walcott Square offer a quieter glimpse of the city’s past. For island views, visit Morne Fortune; for a beach day, arrange transport beyond town.

Bequia Island

Port Elizabeth sits on Bequia’s Admiralty Bay, where fishing boats and yachts share a sheltered anchorage. Step ashore into a compact waterfront of cafés and shops, then follow the Belmont Walkway towards Princess Margaret Beach. Bequia’s boatbuilding tradition remains visible in its working yards and local craft. Come for unhurried island life, swimming in clear water and views across the Grenadines.

Portsmouth Dominica, Dominica

Portsmouth, Dominica’s second-largest town, lies beside sheltered Prince Rupert Bay, with the forested Cabrits rising at its northern edge. Take a guided boat along the Indian River, where mangroves and overhanging palms frame the quiet route inland. On the peninsula, Cabrits National Park preserves Fort Shirley, an 18th-century British garrison overlooking the bay. Choose among river scenery, coastal views and the fort’s restored buildings. Portsmouth suits visitors who value landscape and history over resort polish.

• At Sea (At Sea)

Marie-Galante Island Guadeloupe (Scenic Stop)

Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe

Step ashore in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe’s commercial heart, where French-Caribbean life moves to a Creole rhythm. Near the cruise port, Place de la Victoire and covered markets offer island spices, fruit, and everyday Creole life. At the waterfront, Memorial ACTe explores the history of slavery and its enduring legacy across the Caribbean. Look for wrought-iron balconies in the old streets, or settle at a café before returning to the harbor.