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Caribbean Happy New Year Sailing Cruise

Caribbean Happy New Year Sailing Cruise

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Description

Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in true Caribbean style aboard this relaxing eight-night sailing voyage from Guadeloupe to the Dominican Republic. Combining days under full sail with visits to some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful islands, this journey showcases the volcanic landscapes of St. Lucia, the French-Caribbean charm of Martinique, the tranquil beaches of Nevis, and the crystal-clear waters of the British Virgin Islands. Welcome the New Year surrounded by warm trade winds, swaying palms, and spectacular tropical scenery while enjoying the elegance and intimacy of a classic sailing yacht. From hidden coves and colourful harbours to world-famous beaches and natural wonders, this festive voyage offers the perfect blend of relaxation, exploration, and Caribbean island life.

Trip Name
Caribbean Happy New Year Sailing Cruise
Days
9
Overview
Vessel Type: Tall Ship (Sailing) Length: 105 metres Passenger Capacity: 88 Built: 2001 Sea Cloud II is a romantic tall ship that masterfully blends the elegance of classic sailing with the comfort and convenience of modern luxury. Inspired by her legendary predecessor from the 1930s, this three-masted barque is fitted with 23 sails and is hand-sailed whenever possible, adding a sense of theatre and tradition to every voyage. With 44 cabins accommodating just 88 guests, the atmosphere aboard remains intimate and relaxed, while the interiors evoke the charm of a bygone era—polished wood, sweeping staircases, and vintage nautical style—all paired with the contemporary standards of a premium expedition ship. Guests aboard Sea Cloud II enjoy spacious decks for sun-soaked sailing days, al fresco dining on the Lido Deck, and a wellness area featuring a sauna, massage therapy, and fitness facilities. The ship’s welcoming indoor spaces include an elegant dining room and a comfortable lounge for evening Recaps hosted by expert field staff such as historians and photo instructors. Meals focus on locally sourced ingredients and regional cuisine, served in an informal yet refined setting. With an open Bridge policy and wide, accessible passageways, Sea Cloud II invites guests not just to relax, but to immerse themselves fully in the experience of life under sail.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe
Departure 6:00 pmWith a population around 15,000, Pointe-à-Pitre is the largest city in the French overseas region of Guadeloupe – and euros are common currency. If you want to splash out, visit one of its picturesque markets. The traditional Marché La Darse takes place around the harbor on weekdays, where local traders sell mainly vegetables, fruit, and fresh fish. The best place to find exotic jams and spices is around the Saint-Antoine Market in the market hall. The name Pointe-à-Pitre goes back to a Dutch fisherman named Peter, who settled there in the 17th century.
Day 2 - Day 2 Soufrière, St. Lucia
Arrival 1:30 pm, Departure 5:00 pmTwo famous volcanic cones are indisputably the emblem of St. Lucia and have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Gros and Petit Piton tower over the southern, windward side of the island and, in Soufrière, seem close enough to touch. The volcanoes have in fact long been extinct, but the sulphur springs demonstrate the power of the earth's core and still bubble up. In the Botanical Gardens, natural abundance is combined with artistic arrangements to create a colorful tropical paradise. Some people claim that Josephine, who later became Napoleon's wife, used to bathe in the little pool in the garden.
Day 3 - Day 3 Saint-Pierre, Martinique
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 4:00 pmThe 'Paris of the Islands,' the 'Pearl of the Antilles,' or the 'Venice of the Tropics' – Saint-Pierre in the northwest of the French dream island Martinique has always inspired romantic comparisons. Founded in 1635, the city at the foot of the volcanic mountain Pelée flourished due to sugar and slave trade, becoming the economic and cultural center of the island. Prosperity continued until 1902 when Pelée erupted, destroying Saint-Pierre and burying 30,000 people under lava, embers, and ash. Today, the coastal town is officially classified as a 'City of Art and History': In addition to the ruins of the theater and the old church, the intricate buildings of the Chamber of Commerce and the cathedral are worth a visit.
Day 4 - Day 4 Day under full sails
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails – today is all about sailing. Time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Day 5 - Day 5 Charlestown, Nevis
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 6:30 pmWith an area of 100 square miles and a population of only around 53,000, the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is one of the twelve smallest recognized states in the world. Located to the southeast, Nevis is the smaller and quieter of the two leeward islands – and a true Caribbean dream. Lush green rainforests stretch along the slopes of its extinct volcano, flowing into long sandy beaches that shimmer seductively in various shades of yellow, black and red toward the ocean. Charlestown itself is quite manageable, and offers two museums as cultural alternatives to splashing around in the warm Caribbean waters.
Day 6 - Day 6 North Sound, Virgin Gorda
Arrival 1:00 pm, Departure 7:00 pmExplorers once used to cross swords in the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Nowadays the sea around the British Virgin Islands is one of the world's best sailing areas. Heavenly bays, gorgeous beaches, idyllic anchoring spots, smart yacht clubs and charming little beach bars make the island a popular haunt for sailors. On Virgin Gorda, once called "The Fat Virgin" by Columbus due to its shape, you can find "The Baths", one of nature's most beautiful oddities, in the National Park. Ground to a sphere and polished to a shine, the huge granite formations on the beach and in the water create a multi-branched labyrinth of giant boulders.
Day 7 - Day 7 White Bay, Jost van Dyke
Arrival 7:00 am, Departure 1:00 pmThe Sir Francis Drake Channel, where swords once crossed, is now one of the most beautiful sailing spots. Jost van Dyke, the smallest of the main islands in the British Virgin Islands, is a mountainous volcanic object of beauty with fewer than 300 inhabitants. One of them, Foxy, has been mixing his cocktails since 1968 and the bar of the same name enjoys a legendary reputation as perhaps the most famous beach bar in the Lesser Antilles. The island's past is less reputable – it was named by a Dutch pirate. The island gives its most beautiful treasures to all who visit – fine sand, green palm trees, colorful beach bars and the luminous blue of the sea.
Day 8 - Day 8 Day under full sails
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails – today is all about sailing. Time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Day 9 - Day 9 Santo Domingo, Dom. Republic
Arrival 8:00 amOn this island, which is part of Hispaniola, Columbus founded the first Spanish colony in America. Santo Domingo, the present capital of the Dominican Republic, is the first and oldest European-founded city in the New World. Old in the New World still means relatively young – it corresponds to Renaissance visions of the ideal and was the model for many cities in Latin America. A visit to the historic old city is like a journey through time. The splendid stone buildings are testament to the era of the colonial conquests and have been smartened up as World Heritage Sites under the protection of UNESCO.
Day 10 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change. 

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
28-12-202705-01-2028EUR €7,548Category F Upper/Lower Beds. From
28-12-202705-01-2028EUR €8,764Category E. From
28-12-202705-01-2028EUR €10,098Category D. From
28-12-202705-01-2028EUR €10,506Category C. From
28-12-202705-01-2028EUR €11,628Category B. From
28-12-202705-01-2028EUR €13,362Category A. From

Inclusions

    • Pure Nature on the Pitons: St. Lucia is a tropical utopia with twin volcanoes covered in rainforests.
    • Holidays with a Barefoot Vibe: Enjoy the new year under the palm fronds.
    • The Yachtie Lifestyle of the BVI and Îles des Saintes: Carefree living between beach, bar, and sea.
    • The Baths: Float in Virgin Gorda’s tidal pools and grottoes, formed from granite boulders on a picturesque beach.

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