Taste of Caribbean Culture and Rum Factory Tour
Back at the ship by about 12:30 pm, 4 h before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in St. Maarten20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 8:20 amLeave the pierAbout 20 min to the start point
- 8:40 amEarliest tour startTour runs 3 h 30 min. Latest sensible start: 11:40 am.
- 12:10 pmTour ends20 min back to the pier
- 12:30 pmBack at the gangway4 h before all aboard
- 4:30 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
About this tour
Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and vibrant culture of St. Maarten on this flavorful, multi-stop cultural journey. From sipping handcrafted tropical rums to exploring colonial cities and plane-watching on a world-famous beach—this tour delivers the perfect blend of taste, history, and scenic wonder.
Begin your journey with a guided visit to a local rum distillery, where the art of Caribbean rum-making comes to life.
Next, explore the historic seaside town of Marigot, the heart of French St. Martin: admire colorful Creole architecture, bustling cafes, and waterfront markets, if you wish- climb to historic Fort Louis,
Cap off your adventure at the world-renowned Maho Beach, next to Sunset Refuge Bar. Feel the rush as possible planes soar just overhead on their dramatic landings at Princess Juliana Airport.,. Snap thrilling photos of low-flying aircrafts
• Rum Factory Tour & Tasting
• French Marigot Capital Exploration/ Maho if borders is closed
• Dutch Sunset/Refuge Stop
Max 22 per group English, Spanish
What's included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
Itinerary
- 1Topper's Rhum DistilleryTake a tour with us for a Taste of the Caribbean Culture! First, off to the Local Rum factory where you can see a century old tradition of ‘how to create’ flavored rum by using tropical fruits, spices and other exotic aromatics. There, you will have the opportunity to sample several of the rum varieties, with a guided tour of the distillery.
- 2MarigotThen, a culture exploration culture exploration visiting Marigot- the Capital of the European Country of French St. Martin. Marigot is an appealing spot with brightly colored houses, a scattering of restaurants and a lively crafts market. There, visit the infamous old Fort Louis within walking distance. Climb to the top of the fort and marvel at the bay’s horizon while you learn the Caribbean History. Feel free to shop European brands, jewelry or souvenirs and explore some of the local French culture at the fresh market during your free time. Home to an excellent array of shopping, quaint museums and galleries, there is something appealing for all.
- 3Sunset Bar & GrillOnce you have tasted the French culture, be welcomed at Maho beach/ Sunset Refuge adjacent from the airport, famous for seeing the planes fly in from a close distance over you heads and the aqua blue waves of the Atlantic rolling in at your feet.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
See booking page
From the cruise pier
About 20 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveler reviews
Operated by Tours.sx (INFINITE ISLAND TOURS NV). Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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