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From St John's: Antigua Historical Half-Day Tour and Beach

4.6  / 584 reviews
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From St John's: Antigua Historical Half-Day Tour and Beach
4.6  / 584 reviews

Discover the best Antigua has to offer on a guided trip from St John's. Learn about the history of Antigua with a visit to Nelson's Dockyard and relax on one of the island's peaceful beaches.

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Duration 4.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
** Meeting Instructions ** Heritage Quay pier: Upon disembarkation, exit the cruise pier gate and walk straight ahead on the thru fare (red pathway do not go beyond the brick pathway). Your meet and greet guide/driver(s) will be standing between the Sunseakers Beachwear store and Cheers Bar/Grill with a sign that reads "Voyages Antigua". Please be sure to arrive 10 - 15 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 and follow the board walk until you get to the St Johns pier (Heritage Quay). Follow the red pathway and walk to Sunseakers Beachwear store and Cheers Bar/grill, your meet and greet guide/driver(s) will be standing with a sign that reads "Voyages Antigua". Please be sure to arrive 10 - 15 minutes prior to the departure time listed above. Any other pier please ask the port security for directions to our meeting location at Sunseakers Beachwear.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Barbara – United Kingdom

We had the best guide/driver his name is George and he was simply the best

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Barbara – United Kingdom
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Petra – Germany

It was a really great trip. Georges is the best tour guide in Antigua. Thank you very much for the great day. Petra

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Petra – Germany

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pickup location:

    Saint John's

  • Timeline stop icon

    View point

    Photo stop, Visit, Free time (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Shirley’s Heights

    Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Scenic drive (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    English Harbour

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Walk, Self-guided tour (45 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Saint Paul Antigua and Barbuda

    Break time, Photo stop, Free time, Walk, Swimming (1 hour)

  • Arrive back at:

    Saint John's

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the local history of the island of Antigua on a guided trip
  • Gaze at the incredible coastal views from up high at Shirley's Heights lookout
  • Discover the absolute best of Antigua from a unique vantage point
  • Unwind and relish the natural beauty at a local beach to end the day

Full description

Starting from St. John’s, this tour takes you through the quaint villages of Freeman’s and Liberta and stops at Shirley’s Heights and Nelson’s Dockyard in English Harbour. The tour continues to one of the island’s fine sandy beaches, where you can unwind to your heart’s content in the serene waters of the Caribbean Sea. Itinerary We pick you up at the cruise terminal and from some hotels! Tour departs cruise terminal/hotel at 9:00 am Arrives at English Harbour at 10:00 am 15-minute photo stop at The Blockhouse and Shirley Heights 45-minute guided tour at Nelson’s Dockyard Arrives at the beach at 11:45 am Departs beach at 1 pm Arrives at cruise terminal/hotel at 1:30 pm

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at cruise terminal and some hotels
  • Tour guides
  • Scenic drive
  • Entrance fees into National Parks
  • Transportation to and from sites
  • Bottled water
  • Beach break
  • Cash for souvenirs
  • Tips for tour guide

Not suitable for

  • Children under 4 years
  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Biodegradable sunscreen
  • Beachwear
  • Cash

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 84 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Barbara – United KingdomDecember 10, 2024  – Verified booking
We had the best guide/driver his name is George and he was simply the best
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Petra – GermanyNovember 28, 2024  – Verified booking
It was a really great trip. Georges is the best tour guide in Antigua. Thank you very much for the great day. Petra
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Holger – GermanyApril 15, 2024  – Verified booking
We had book a tour. Juli provided a private tour special for us. So we was able to learn much more about the isle. She took a lot of time to answer questions and taking pictures. A lot of information about the isle was lovely provided. Thanks so much for sharing your time with us.
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Product ID: 421932

Activity provider:Voyages Antigua Tours & Services

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