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Saint Lucia: Private Island Tour with Customizable Itinerary

1. Saint Lucia: Private Island Tour with Customizable Itinerary

Spend 5 to 6 hours touring St Lucia on a private customized tour of the island's key sights. Get picked up at your hotel and head to soak in views of the famous Pitons, a drive-in volcano, Marigot Bay, Botanical Gardens, Morne Coubaril, and small fishing villages. Select the most important places of interest and your driver will customize your tour for you. Here are some options for first-time visitors looking to experience the island’s nature, history and culture. Delve into the rich volcanic history of St. Lucia Sulphur Springs Park, the Caribbean's only drive-in volcano. Witness the spectacular landmark of Petit Piton and Gros Piton, twin volcanic spires majestically soaring out of the sea. Explore nature's glory on Saint Lucia at Marigot Bay. Find yourself surrounded on 3 sides by steep, forested hills. View the Governor General Mansion, local fishing villages, and the largest banana plantation on the island. Marvel at waterfalls, the Botanical Gardens, Tet Paul Nature Trail, Morne Coubaril Estate, and more. Enjoy beach time, shopping, rum tasting, and refreshments.

St. Lucia Aerial Tram Tour at Rainforest Adventures

2. St. Lucia Aerial Tram Tour at Rainforest Adventures

Glide through Saint Lucia's verdant tree canopy with a knowledgeable local guide as you enjoy an aerial tram tour that offers an up-close look at the island's lush environment. Look for curious hummingbirds and leafy chestnut trees as you ride, and then head out on a self-guided nature walk. Start your tour by boarding a spacious aerial tram that cruises along quiet cables as it rises through forests of gum and chestnut trees. Listen to the chatter of birds while your rise and let your guide point out native flora and fauna, like the gripping vines of stranger ficus, and yellow-chested bananaquit birds. Enjoy sweeping views out over the island's rolling hills when you reach the top of your tram route and then take some time to wander down sun-dappled trails to explore the forest floor's rich ecosystem. Snap photos of ferns, keep your eyes peeled for fluttering hummingbirds, and wind your tour to a close with a convenient lift back to your hotel or cruise ship.

Castries: Guided City Architecture and Castries Market Tour

3. Castries: Guided City Architecture and Castries Market Tour

Visit parts of Castries with a guide who will show you the many sights that make up the city. Explore local goods for sale at Castries Market, and enjoy a Creole lunch along the way. First, unearth the historic background of Castries buildings as you shop at the Castries Market. Meet the craft market vendors selling the city’s local craft and its local sauces, spices, and other tasty treats. Then, explore numerous booths where vendors and artisans display their products that range from arts and crafts. Find your souvenir from the local trinkets or T-shirts for sale. Next, stop for a break, and choose from 16 or more food courts with Creole lunch or snacks available to try at your own cost. Finally, you'll visit Castries’ must-see tourist spots including Vendors Archade, Pointe Seraphine, La Place Carnage, and Serenity Park.

St. Lucia: Segway Nature Trail Experience

4. St. Lucia: Segway Nature Trail Experience

This 2-hour St. Lucia Segway tour starts at our Segway practice track, where you’ll have a 20-minute orientation session. Professional staff and equipment ensure a safe and fun experience for everyone. After everyone becomes familiar with the balance controls of the Segway X2, we glide off to explore the historical wonders of Mount Pimard along our exclusive 1.7 mile (2.7 km) long trail system. Our fun and informative guides will talk about everything from the beautiful flowers and butterflies to the battles the French and English once waged for possession of our island. We have many beautiful photo stops and educational spots along the way such as the now sealed bunkers that once served as tunnels, storage and lookouts for the American Military during World War 2. Guests will enjoy beautiful vistas of Pigeon Island, Reduit Beach, Rodney Bay Marina and the Caribbean Sea all while gliding effortlessly on their intuitive, eco-friendly Segway X2. Some of our other stops include a naturally occurring pond where we stop to feed the fresh-water fish and a local fruit stop at our highest viewpoint.

St. Lucia North Island Historic Day-Tour

5. St. Lucia North Island Historic Day-Tour

Begin your day tour of northern St. Lucia straight from your hotel. Arrive at Morne Fortune, known as the "Hill of Good Luck," for some good fortune before heading out on the rest of your journey. Originally built by the French, the fort was captured by the British in 1796 and now is inhabited by people from all over the world. Afterwards head to Pigeon Island National Park and visit the historic museum to learn about the fascinating story behind the island including its colonial past. The island is also where the British confronted the French in the Battle of Saints as evidenced by the remnants of a barracks and weapons at Fort Rodney. Explore the beautiful surrounding area all while learning about the area's long history. Spend the day out and about before returning to your accommodation with a newfound understanding of this Caribbean island.

Castries: Guided Rum Distillery Tour with Tasting

6. Castries: Guided Rum Distillery Tour with Tasting

Discover one of Saint Lucia’s finest rum distilleries to taste some of the best rums on the island. Be introduced to a rum expert who will take you on a tour of the distillery and talk about the distilling process. Set in the lush and scenic Roseau Valley, the location is the perfect setting for a fun excursion to learn about the rum distilling process. See pictorial displays of times gone by and of cane cutters and antique streets filled with color. Sample various types of rum and rum products that the distillery prides itself on. If tasting different kinds of rum and witnessing the distilling process is your thing, then this tour is definitely for you.

Castries Shopping & Sightseeing and Reduit Beach Tour

7. Castries Shopping & Sightseeing and Reduit Beach Tour

Get ready to sip on the drink of your choice as you’re chauffeured in a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle by a safe and knowledgeable driver. On your 2-hour St. Lucia excursion the first stop is the colorful Castries Central Market where you can mingle with the locals while bargaining for the perfect present or souvenir. Taste freshly harvested fruits and local condiments such as banana ketchup and banana barbeque sauce. The main shopping area features numerous booths where vendors and artisans display their products that range from arts and crafts, to trinkets, T-shirts, and countless items that would make the perfect gift or souvenir. If you’d like a bite to eat, you’ll find 16 or more food courts to choose from for a delicious creole lunch or snack. Don't forget to try the local Piton Beer! Afterwards you’ll head to see the spectacular architecture of 19th-century Minor Basilica of The Immaculate Conception Church. The Cathedral, as it’s known, is the largest church in the Caribbean. In the interior, admire the mural by St. Lucian artist Dunstan St. Omer. Enjoy a short walk to scenic Derek Walcott Square for a look at the enormous saman tree that’s more than 400 years old. See the busts of St. Lucia’s 2 Nobel laureates. The Hon. Derek Walcott was awarded the prize for literature in 1992 and Sir Arthur Lewis won the economics prize in 1979. Finally, you’ll head to Rodney Bay, where you’ll have the option of shopping at the newly built local shopping mall and casino complex, or relaxing and taking in the sun on the 1-mile-long white sand Reduit Beach. Swim in the warm, clear waters, or enjoy a beach activity, such as jet skiing, parasailing, or canoeing.

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What people are saying about Castries

Dylan was an excellent driver and guide with a pristine car and excellent driving skills that made Island roads seem smooth lol. I really appreciated the called Piton lager waiting for me after climbing Tet Paul!

Great tour and best option to spend a day on St. Lucia!