Vantage Travel International

21-night Crossing To The Caribbean Spice Islands Cruise

Cruise Line:
Seabourn
Ship:
Seabourn Ovation
Destination:
Barcelona/Bridgetown (Barbados)
Departure Date:
11/9/2024
Length:
21
Offer ID:
1503660
from
$9374

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Choose ONE of the options below.

  • ONE Private Car & Guide: Local Highlights Tour (Value - $825 per Couple) in the port below.
  • ONE Private Car & Guide: Customize Your Day Tour (Value - $750 per Couple) in the port below.
  • $300 per Couple Shipboard Credit
  • Port Option: Funchal - Please click here for the tour descriptions.

Itinerary

Destination
Arrival
Departure
Barcelona
Suggested Private Excursion
11/9/2024
11/9/2024 5:00:00 PM

Barcelona, the self-confident and progressive capital of Spain, is a tremendous place to be. Though it boasts outstanding Gothic and Art Nouveau buildings, and some great museums – most notably those dedicated to Picasso and Catalan art – it is above all a place where there's enjoyment simply in walking the streets, stopping in at bars and cafés, drinking in the atmosphere. A thriving port and the most prosperous commercial centre in Spain, it has a sophistication and cultural dynamism way ahead of the rest of the country. In part this reflects the city's proximity to France, whose influence is apparent in the elegant boulevards and imaginative cooking. But Barcelona has also evolved an individual and eclectic cultural identity, most perfectly and eccentrically expressed in the architecture of Antoni Gaudí. Scattered as Barcelona's main sights may be, the greatest concentration of interest is around the old town (La Ciutat Vella). These cramped streets above the harbor are easily manageable, and far more enjoyable, on foot. Start, as everyone else does, with the Ramblas.

Suggested Private Excursions

Barcelona: A Walk Through Barcelona and The Sagrada Familia Park Guell for Families- 6 Hours

Art and Architecture in Barcelona (8 hours)

Gaudi’s Barcelona (4 hours)

At Sea
11/10/2024
11/10/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/11/2024
11/11/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/12/2024
11/12/2024

No information currently available.

Funchal (Madeira), Portugal
Suggested Private Excursion
11/13/2024 8:00:00 AM
11/13/2024 6:00:00 PM

Madeira has been described as "Island of Eternal Spring". It is renowned for its wine, which many feel ranks among the world’s best. Funchal has a wide selection of resort hotels where watersports, golf and tennis are popular. Visitors can tour the 15th-century cathedral, orchid gardens of Quinta das Cruzes, and buildings associated with Christopher Columbus. Madeira’s discoverer, Zarco, is believed to have lived in the house Quinta das Cruzes. Now it displays furniture and paintings and is surrounded by fabulous gardens. The stunning 15th-century design of Sé Cathedral features white stucco with contrasting black basalt and red tufa rock; the ceiling is inlaid with ivory. Located near Town Hall, the Museum of Sacred Art contains art from several islands, including a group of 15th- and 16th-century paintings of Portuguese and Flemish schools. Visit colorful Mercado dos Lavradores during the morning to see flower vendors and fish and produce stands.

Suggested Private Excursions

Funchal History & Tradition (6 - 8 Hours)

Funchal History & Wine (6 - 8 Hours)

Madeira Mountains Jeep Tour (8 Hours)

Madeira Mountains Jeep Tour (4 Hours)

Funchal Sightseeing HD D&G (3 - 4 Hours)

Funchal at Your Leisure HD D&G (3 - 4 Hours)

At Sea
11/14/2024
11/14/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/15/2024
11/15/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/16/2024
11/16/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/17/2024
11/17/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/18/2024
11/18/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/19/2024
11/19/2024

No information currently available.

At Sea
11/20/2024
11/20/2024

No information currently available.

Fort de France
11/22/2024 8:00:00 AM
11/22/2024 6:00:00 PM

Set in a large bay on the leeward side of the island looking out onto the Caribbean sea, Fort de France became the capital of Martinique when St Pierre was wiped out by the eruption of the volcano Montagne Pelée in 1902.

The town has mushroomed from less than 10,000 inhabitants at the time of the eruption to its current level of nearly 100,000 people. The historical centre grew around the strategic point of the Fort Saint Louis, which was first established in 1638. There are numerous cultural and historical places of interest in Fort-de-France, as well as a wide choice of quality shops, restaurants, cafes and bars, selling French and Creole products. English is widely spoken and understood, and US Dollars are accepted in most outlets.

Bridgetown (Barbados)
11/23/2024 7:00:00 AM
11/23/2024 9:00:00 PM

The island’s capital, Bridgetown, is one of the Caribbean's major free ports, bustling with activity. Trafalgar Square features the monument to Horatio Nelson. Facing the square are handsome structures of the House of Assembly and the Legislative buildings. George Washington worshipped at St. Michael’s Cathedral during the only trip he made outside of the United States. Housed in former British military prison buildings, the Barbados Museum is divided into various galleries that feature exhibits depicting the history of Barbados from the pre-Columbian period to modern times.
Built in 1816, Gun Hill Signal Station is the finest of several signal stations on the island. The white limestone lion behind the garrison is a well-known landmark. Barbados boasts excellent golf courses. A wide range of watersports is available at hotels and special watersports centers.

Rodney Bay, St. Lucia
11/24/2024 8:00:00 AM
11/24/2024 5:00:00 PM

Rodney Bay consists of a man-made lagoon with numerous restaurants and hotels surrounding it. The bay is a center of for yachting and boating to other destinations on leisurely day trips to shopping areas and Pigeon Island.

Terre-de-Haut, Guadeloupe
11/25/2024 8:00:00 AM
11/25/2024 5:00:00 PM



The largest of the Les Saintes islands, off the southern coast of Guadeloupe, Terre-de-Haut is a tropical paradise.  Its calm waters provide an excellent environment for snorkeling.  Rent a moped and explore the island, visit the 19th century penitentiary turned museum at Fort Napoleon or simply relax on the sandy shores of Terre-de-Haut.



 

St. John's, Antigua
11/26/2024 8:00:00 AM
11/26/2024 6:00:00 PM

The skyline of St. John's, the capital and largest city of Antigua and Barbuda, is dominated by the magnificently evocative white baroque towers of St. John's Cathedral. Built in 1845, the church is now in its third incarnation, as earthquakes in 1683 and in 1745 destroyed the previous structures. The towers are the first sight of Antigua for about half of the island's visitors each year, many of whom arrive by boat. St. John's is a lively hub for shopping and dining.

At Sea
11/28/2024
11/28/2024

No information currently available.

St. George's, Grenada
11/29/2024 8:00:00 AM
11/29/2024 6:00:00 PM

A lively blend of French and English cultures, St. George's has steep hills to climb, spectacular views to photograph and a rum distillery to tour. St George's has one of the prettiest harbour settings in the Caribbean. Tourist infrastructure is still generally small-scale and locally owned and offers a good balance between comfort and price, making Grenada a great getaway for those who want to avoid the resort experience.

Bridgetown (Barbados)
11/30/2024 7:00:00 AM
11/30/2024

The island’s capital, Bridgetown, is one of the Caribbean's major free ports, bustling with activity. Trafalgar Square features the monument to Horatio Nelson. Facing the square are handsome structures of the House of Assembly and the Legislative buildings. George Washington worshipped at St. Michael’s Cathedral during the only trip he made outside of the United States. Housed in former British military prison buildings, the Barbados Museum is divided into various galleries that feature exhibits depicting the history of Barbados from the pre-Columbian period to modern times.
Built in 1816, Gun Hill Signal Station is the finest of several signal stations on the island. The white limestone lion behind the garrison is a well-known landmark. Barbados boasts excellent golf courses. A wide range of watersports is available at hotels and special watersports centers.

Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.

Rates are cruise only, per person, unless otherwise stated, based on double occupancy. Government fees and taxes of $315, transfers, and airfare (unless otherwise stated) additional for all guests. Fuel surcharges may apply. Please ask your travel counselor for details. Rates are subject to availability and may change without notice. Restrictions may apply.

Departure Date:
11/9/2024
Number of Nights
21
Cruise Inclusions:
  • 21-night cruise
  • Meals
  • Entertainment
  • Complimentary wines, spirits, champagne, soft drinks and mineral water
  • And more…
Available Addons:

Optional roundtrip airfare.
Optional shore excursions.

Remarks:

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Airfare, transfers, government fees and taxes are additional unless otherwise noted.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.



All prices per person and in USD unless otherwise stated.
Offer ID:
1503660

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