Virgin Islands to Samana Bay

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1 Virgin Islands to Samana Bay CARIBBEAN & AMERICAN COASTS / FORT-DE-FRANCE TO LA ROMANA 11 DAYS /10 NIGHTS EXTEND YOUR STAY IN A CLUB MED RESORT: Les Boucaniers, Punta Cana CRUISE ON THE CLUB MED 2 Welcome aboard Club Med 2, for a unique experience that provides a gateway to the world. Elegance and comfort are the essence of this magnificent 5-masted sailing ship

2 Your cruise Days Stages Arrival Departure Nautical Hall 1. Monday FORT-DE-FRANCE.. 23:00 2. Tuesday DESHAIES 18:00 WITHOUT WATERSKIING ANTIGUA 18:00 NEVIS 5. Friday ST KITTS 6. Saturday ST BARTS 23:00 7. Sunday VIRGIN GORDA 8. Monday JOST VAN DYKE 00:15 13:00 9. Tuesday SAMANA BAY SAINT DOMINGUE 08:30 18:00 LA ROMANA 06:00 3. Wednesday 4. Thursday 10. Wednesday 11. Thursday Day 1 : Boarding from 16h to 20h Day 11 : Landing from 09h to 11h 2

3 Itinerary of your cruise Day 1 - Monday Fort-de-France The largest of the French West Indian towns blends cosmopolitan style and local colour, with its urban lifestyle, colourful markets, metal architecture and charming old houses. Ship docked in port. Deshaies On the most lush side of the Ile Papillon, Deshaies is a perfect example of the simple charms of Creole life. Time stands still in these tranquil fishing villages surrounded by gentle green hills. At anchor. Beach and water sports. Antigua The jagged coast of this former British colony is studded with magnificent beaches. Its typical port, with lively pubs and inns, gives it reams of historic charm. At anchor. Day 4 - Thursday Nevis This tiny volcanic island, sister island to St Kitts, where the traditional sport of cricket remains a national game, is a fascinating world of hot water springs, archeological sites and forests inhabited by green monkies. At anchor, beach and water sports. Day 5 - Friday St Kitts Its elegant Georgian style houses are a reminder of the island's British past. Known as "the fertile land", its underwater life is as fabulous as the wonderfully lush landscapes. Ship docked in port. St Barts A mountainous island that has become a symbol of luxury. A fabulous blend of serenity and upscale tourism, with 17 beautiful beaches. At anchor, water sports. Day 7 - Sunday Virgin Gorda This solitary island is a geological curiosity: large granite rocks weathered by time form natural, emerald-coloured pools with a white sandy bottom. Ship at anchor. Beach and water sports. Inclusive of crayfish picnic. Navigation at the end of the day to Jost Van Dyke. Anchor and night to Jost Van Dyke. Day 8 - Monday Jost Van Dyke This tiny, mountainous island belonging to the UK Virgin Islands, is reputed to be named after a Dutch pirate. It offers superb views of the dazzling blue sea and solitary islands. At anchor, beach and water sports. Samana Bay Day 10 - Wednesday Saint Domingue Christopher Columbus discovered what was to become the capital of the New World. This historic city boasts beautiful colonial architecture and the famous Malecon promenade. Ship docked in port. La Romana 3

4 Excursions of your cruise Deshaies - Botanic Garden Deshaies - Botanic Garden Deshaies - Botanic Garden Antigua / Safari and beach Don't miss the incredible Botanic Garden, based at the former home of the comedian Coluche. You can see a dazzling array of tropical flowers and plants, a breathtaking waterfall and cute little birds from the parrot family. Then we'll round off the trip with an aperitif. Don't miss the incredible Botanic Garden, based at the former home of the comedian Coluche. You can see a dazzling array of tropical flowers and plants, a breathtaking waterfall and cute little birds from the parrot family. Then we'll round off the trip with an aperitif. Don't miss the incredible Botanic Garden, based at the former home of the comedian Coluche. You can see a dazzling array of tropical flowers and plants, a breathtaking waterfall and cute little birds from the parrot family. Then we'll round off the trip with an aperitif. You'll discover the island off the beaten track, in a jeep. This is English countryside in the tropics, with charming, authentic hamlets and the remains of historic refineries that bear witness to the intensity of the sugar industry, before exploring some luxuriant tropical forest. You'll end the day with a swim on the magnificent Caribbean coast. Antigua / Swim with the rays (1/2 day - afternoon) * Adrenalin guaranteed for a rendez-vous with pastenague rays. After a 30-minute bus ride and a ride in a speedboat, you'll get to Stingray City for a super, safe, sensory experience. Even non-swimmers can see these strange and gracious creatures twirling through the shallow water. Antigua / Safari and beach You'll discover the island off the beaten track, in a jeep. This is English countryside in the tropics, with charming, authentic hamlets and the remains of historic refineries that bear witness to the intensity of the sugar industry, before exploring some luxuriant tropical forest. You'll end the day with a swim on the magnificent Caribbean coast. Antigua / Swim with the rays (1/2 day - afternoon) * Adrenalin guaranteed for a rendez-vous with pastenague rays. After a 30-minute bus ride and a ride in a speedboat, you'll get to Stingray City for a super, safe, sensory experience. Even non-swimmers can see these strange and gracious creatures twirling through the shallow water. Day 4 - Thursday Nevis / Island Highlights and Botanical Garden (1/2 day, morning) * Day 4 - Thursday Nevis / Island Highlights and Botanical Garden (1/2 day, morning) * Visit this charming island - known as the Queen of the Caribees - its historic sites and its 8 acre Botanical Gardens. This highly popular tour includes a visit to Hamilton House, birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, one of the USA's founding fathers, as well as the Museum of Nevis History, which houses an extensive collection of memorabilia relating to Admiral Nelson. Your tour will also take in the Botanical Gardens, where you can admire one of the biggest and most diverse botanical collections in any tropical region. Visit this charming island - known as the Queen of the Caribees - its historic sites and its 8 acre Botanical Gardens. This highly popular tour includes a visit to Hamilton House, birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, one of the USA's founding fathers, as well as the Museum of Nevis History, which houses an extensive collection of memorabilia relating to Admiral Nelson. Your tour will also take in the Botanical Gardens, where you can admire one of the biggest and most diverse botanical collections in any tropical region. Day 5 - Friday Saint Kitts / Best of St Kitts Day 5 - Friday Saint Kitts / Best of St Kitts Saint Barth / Catamaran (1/2 journée) Saint Barth / Tour de l'île en quad (2 heures) Saint Barth / Tour de l'île en quad (2 heures) Saint Barth / Catamaran (1/2 journée) Brimstone Hill fort rises some 250 metres above sea level. This "Gibralter of the West Indies" as it was called in the 17th century, is one of the best preserved forts in the Americas. You'll also see a batik demonstration by local craftsmen. Brimstone Hill fort rises some 250 metres above sea level. This "Gibralter of the West Indies" as it was called in the 17th century, is one of the best preserved forts in the Americas. You'll also see a batik demonstration by local craftsmen. Day 7 - Sunday Virgin Gorda / Panorama Day 7 - Sunday Virgin Gorda / Panorama The local, open-top bus, will take the mountain road, giving you the most fabulous and astonishing views. You'll come to some strangely enticing geological formations called The Baths - natural pools where you can swim before going back to picnic at Fisher's Cove House. The local, open-top bus, will take the mountain road, giving you the most fabulous and astonishing views. You'll come to some strangely enticing geological formations called The Baths - natural pools where you can swim before going back to picnic at Fisher's Cove House. Samana Bay / Cayo Levantado (1/2 journée, matin) Samana Bay / Parc naturel de Los Haitises (1/2 journée) Samana Bay / Observation des baleines à bosse (1/2 4

5 journée, matin) Samana Bay / Observation des baleines à bosse (1/2 journée, matin) Samana Bay / Cayo Levantado (1/2 journée, matin) Samana Bay / Parc naturel de Los Haitises (1/2 journée) Day 10 - Wednesday Santo Domingo / Santo Domingo and the old town (1/2 day, morning) Day 10 - Wednesday Santo Domingo / Santo Domingo and the old town (1/2 day, morning) What better way to get to know this country than by returning to its roots by exploring the remains that bear witness to the conquest of the New World? During this half-day tour you will be able to explore the modern city, then the treasures of the Ciudad Colonial that is home to the first cathedral, first hotel, first hospital and the first university in the Americas, the National Pantheon and the Columbus Alcazar. You will then have some free time to do some shopping in "El Conde", stroll along the famous "Calle Las Damas" or relax on a café terrace in Place Colon... What better way to get to know this country than by returning to its roots by exploring the remains that bear witness to the conquest of the New World? During this half-day tour you will be able to explore the modern city, then the treasures of the Ciudad Colonial that is home to the first cathedral, first hotel, first hospital and the first university in the Americas, the National Pantheon and the Columbus Alcazar. You will then have some free time to do some shopping in "El Conde", stroll along the famous "Calle Las Damas" or relax on a café terrace in Place Colon... La Romana / Cave of wonders (1/2 day, morning) * La Romana / Altos de Chavon et rivière de Chavon (1/2 journée, matin) * La Romana / Cave of wonders (1/2 day, morning) * La Romana / Altos de Chavon et rivière de Chavon (1/2 journée, matin) * Explore the amazing 240 square metres of the Cave of Wonders. In the midst of stalactites, columns and other rock formations, you will discover ancient drawings left behind by the first indigenous people of the Caribbean. On your way back, you will stop off at La Romana where you can do a spot of shopping at the village market. Explore the amazing 240 square metres of the Cave of Wonders. In the midst of stalactites, columns and other rock formations, you will discover ancient drawings left behind by the first indigenous people of the Caribbean. On your way back, you will stop off at La Romana where you can do a spot of shopping at the village market. * Excursion available during and after the booking of your cruise

6 HEALTH FORMALITIES Recommended vaccines: diphtheria, polio, tetanus, hepatitis A and B and typhoid. Some parasitic or viral diseases can be transmitted by mosquitoes during certain stopovers. The use of skin and clothing repellents is recommended. Pregnant women, who do not require constant medical attention, can access the boat on presentation of a medical certificate indicating the date of the term and certifying that the pregnancy is compatible with the cruise. The cruise must be completed before the end of the 26th week of pregnancy. Meeting place for boarding Prolong your holiday IN A RESORT Our Resort Les Boucaniers 4 tridents Our Resort Punta Cana 4 tridents 5