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Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport) (Barbados), a cruise by Ambassador Cruise Line

Cruise · 14 nights · with Ambassador Cruise Line

Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport)

A two-week cruise around several Caribbean islands aboard Ambassador Cruise Line’s Renaissance, calling at places from Barbados to the British Virgin Islands and Saint Maarten, where tropical reefs and rainforest hikes await.

Duration
14 nights
Departs
28 Jan 2029
Sails from
Bridgetown, Barbados
Returns to the same port
Ship
Renaissance
From
£2,259
per person, sharing

Highlights

What makes this one worth it

  1. Waterfall hikes near Roseau, Dominica

  2. Coral reefs around Bonaire and Curacao

  3. French-Caribbean markets in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe

  4. Dual Dutch and French heritage of Saint Maarten

  5. Sailing between island groups of the Lesser Antilles

About the trip

This 14-night voyage on Ambassador Cruise Line’s Renaissance begins and ends in Bridgetown, Barbados. From there, it sails north through the eastern Caribbean, visiting St. George’s in Grenada and Castries in St. Lucia before reaching Bonaire and Curacao, islands known for coral reefs and a slower pace of life.

The itinerary includes Dominica’s Roseau, where rainforest hikes lead to waterfalls, and Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, with its French-Caribbean architecture and markets. Calls at St. Kitts and Antigua follow, then on to the British Virgin Islands and Saint Maarten. The latter is divided between Dutch and French influences, both evident in its seaside towns.

Renaissance is a mid-sized ship with a relaxed ambience suitable for a slower exploration of these islands. The route features opportunities to explore coastal waters and inland paths, with enough variety to keep the days balanced between sea and shore. Returning to Barbados closes what feels like a well-paced circuit of the Lesser Antilles.

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The route in outline: places are joined in the order visited, not by the roads or sea lanes taken.
  1. 1 Bridgetown
  2. 2 St. George's
  3. 3 Castries
  4. 4 Kralendijk
  5. 5 Willemstad
  6. 6 Roseau
  7. 7 Pointe-à-Pitre
  8. 8 Basseterre
  9. 9 St. John's
  10. 10 Road Town
  11. 11 Philipsburg

Itinerary

The route, day by day

  1. Day 1

    Bridgetown, Barbados

  2. Day 2

    St. George's

  3. Day 3

    Castries, St. Lucia

  4. Day 4

    Kralendijk, Bonaire

  5. Day 5

    Willemstad, Curacao

  6. Day 6

    Roseau, Dominica

When to go

Departures and prices

Lowest price each month, per person.

Ambassador Cruise Line confirms exact dates, availability and prices when you book.

Need to know

Before you book

Price based on
Two people sharing a cabinThe operator confirms the exact basis when you book.
Travelling alone
Check with Ambassador Cruise Line
Flights
Not needed if you join at Bridgetown, Barbados
What’s included
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Accessibility
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For full details of what’s included, check with Ambassador Cruise Line. See the full details on their site

Questions people ask

How long is Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport)?
Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport) is a 14 nights cruise holiday.
Where does Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport) depart from?
Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport) departs from Bridgetown, Barbados.
Who operates Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport)?
Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport) is operated by Ambassador Cruise Line aboard Renaissance.
How much does Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport) cost?
Prices for Caribbean Explorer - Tropical Isles (Manchester Airport) start from £2,259, subject to availability.

The operator

Ambassador Cruise Line

Adult-focused cruises from UK ports

A British cruise line sailing from ports around the country, which spares its passengers the airport altogether.

You book with Ambassador Cruise Line directly. They confirm your place, take payment, and look after you from the moment you leave home; Atlas & Passage’s part ends when you click through.

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