Shore Excursion: Small Group St Thomas Highlights Tour
Back at the ship by about 11:00 am, 5 h 30 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 4 h 30 min to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in St. Thomas20 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 2 h. Latest sensible start: 1:10 pm.
- 10:40 amTour ends20 min back to the pier
- 11:00 amBack at the gangway5 h 30 min 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
This small group tour is the best way to see the Island still leaving time for you to see St Thomas yourself whilst in port. St. Thomas is a huge island that consists of one long ridge of hills running east and west through the center of the island.
St. Thomas has a history that dates back to 1500 B.C. and the Ciboney people. They were replaced by the Arawaks and then the Caribes, long before Christopher Columbus first saw the island in 1493 on his second voyage to the "New World."
You will pass by Drake's Seat, believed to be the spot where Sir Francis Drake himself watched for enemy vessels. A stop will be made at Mountain Top, where you will take in the most amazing views from the balcony of the shopping arcade, and if you choose, purchase a "world-famous" banana daiquiri.
At the end of the two-hour driving orientation, you will have the option of being dropped off in downtown Charlotte Amalie to experience its world-famous shopping or be taken back to the cruise ship dock.
Max 15 per group English
What's included
- Small Group tour
- Guarantee to get back to the ship ontime
Not included
- Snacks
Itinerary
- 1Fort ChristianDiscover the breathtaking beauty of St. Thomas on this panoramic island driving tour, showcasing some of the most spectacular viewpoints in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Travel along the famous Skyline Drive, where sweeping vistas unfold in every direction. Gaze down over Charlotte Amalie’s colourful harbour, Hassel Island and Water Island to the south. To the north, admire the turquoise waters of Magens Bay and the surrounding Atlantic, with views stretching to Inner and Outer Brass and Hans Lollick islands. On clear days, you’ll even spot the chain of cays leading toward St. John and the British Virgin Islands. Your knowledgeable local driver-guide will share fascinating stories and island history as you stop at scenic overlooks (traffic and safety permitting) for unforgettable photo opportunities. Pass by the legendary Drake’s Seat, believed to be the lookout point where Sir Francis Drake once scanned the seas for approaching ships.
- 2Charlotte Amalie OverlookA highlight of the tour is a stop at Mountain Top, home to some of the most iconic views in the Caribbean. From the balcony of the shopping arcade, take in postcard-perfect scenery — and if you wish, enjoy a taste of the famous banana daiquiri. After approximately two hours exploring the island’s most scenic points, choose to be dropped off in downtown Charlotte Amalie for shopping and sightseeing at your own pace, or return comfortably to your cruise ship dock.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
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.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveler reviews
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