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Scenic Full Day Tour of Antigua
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281 Ratings
Valley Church
Embark on an Antigua scenic tour and discover the breathtaking Devil’s Bridge, historic Shirley Heights, Nelson Dockyard, and more. Enjoy a beach break on the stunning West Coast!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Devil’s Bridge - The Devil’s Bridge is a stunning example of sea-water erosion. Geologically, it is a natural arch sculpted by the sea from both soft and hard limestone ledges of the Antigua formation, a geological feature of the flat northeastern part of Antigua.
- Dow’s Hill Interpretation Centre - This center features multimedia exhibits on the island’s history, from its indigenous inhabitants to British colonialism and the present day. The view from Dow’s Hill offers a commanding perspective of English Harbour and the island’s southern coastline.
- The Blockhouse - Situated hundreds of feet above sea level, this spot provides an excellent vantage point to view the rest of the island. In one direction, you can see Indian Creek, once home to Antigua’s first peoples. Turn around, and you’ll catch a glimpse of the luxurious Antiguan residence of musician Eric Clapton. Fantastic photo opportunities await you here!
- Shirley Heights - Located at the southernmost tip of Antigua, The Lookout, part of the Shirley Heights Lookout military complex, offers a breathtaking view over the entirety of English Harbour. Dating back to the 17th century, this historical site is believed to have been constructed by the British military, who controlled Antigua at the time. A perfect spot for photos!
- Nelson’s Dockyard - Nelson’s Dockyard is the largest of Antigua’s National Parks and continues to function as a working dockyard for numerous yachts and ships. Fully restored to its original grandeur, the 18th- and 19th-century buildings of the Dockyard now house modern amenities such as shops, hotels, and marina businesses.
- Fig Tree Drive - Fig Tree Drive winds through a lush area of Antigua, passing rainforests and massive banana trees (referred to as figs by locals). Roadside vendors sell local fruits, so be sure to stop and ask for some mango or black pineapple. Along the way, you will also pass by ziplines and a few beaches at the end!
- Darkwood Beach - Darkwood boasts some of the most vibrant seas and white beaches on the island, set against a backdrop of hills and tropical forests. The views are both panoramic and spectacular, and on a clear day, you can see Montserrat. As one of the longest stretches of beach, there is ample space to enjoy the scenery. With warm, inviting waters lapping against pristine sands, there are plenty of reasons to visit!
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages included
- Bottled water provided
- Lunch is part of the tour
Additional Information
Your knowledgeable tour guide entertains and enlightens you on Antigua’s past and present. This extensive sightseeing tour visits the following sites: Devil’s Bridge, Blockhouse, Shirley Heights, Nelson Dockyard, Lunch in English Harbour, Fig Tree Drive, West Coast for beach break, and much more!
ITINERARY:
We pick you up at the cruise terminal or your hotel’s reception!
Devil’s Bridge
Dow’s Hill
Blockhouse
Shirley Heights
Nelson Dockyard
Lunch Stop
Fig Tree Drive
Caribbean Sea on the West Coast
Darkwood (Beach Stop)
WHAT TO BRING
Comfortable light clothing and shoes
Swimsuit
Sunglasses
sunscreen
Towel
Some cash for souvenirs
Location
Cocobay Resort (Antigua)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jennifer_b
Jul 12, 2024
What a great day in Antigua with an excellent guide! - My husband and I loved everything about the tour!
Our tour guide Dwayne was amazing! He taught us so much about the history of Antigua and took us to see such beautiful sites. We highly recommend this tour to all who visit the beautiful island of Antigua!
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Christopher_m
Jul 7, 2024
Extraordinary Sites - Nelson's Dockyards and Shirleys Heights were extraordinary sites with fascinating history about Antigua.
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S6241kwrhondab
Jun 29, 2024
Loved it! - This was a great excursion, LT was very knowledgeable of the island's history and showed us everything we needed to see. I would recommend this tour to all.
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Madelinec947
Jun 24, 2024
The best way to see the island - We really enjoyed our tour, we learned and saw so much. Our tour guide, George, was not only incredibly knowledgeable but kind. He answered all of our questions about Antigua and really made us feel at home. He also made sure to point out things he thought we would find interesting which we really appreciated. We particularly loved visiting Shirley Heights and Nelson's Dockyard in English Harbor. Antigua truly is a gorgeous island and anyone who wants to visit the island should take this tour.
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Alanmw7757lc
Jun 24, 2024
Awesome Tour - Definitely a must do tour - we had a heat wave go through and our excellent guide LT did everything he could to help keep us cool - LT was a fantastic wealth of knowledge and we couldn't have asked for a better experience - if your going on a tour - this is the one to do!!!
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Connector47048266475
Jun 18, 2024
AMAZING - This was so much fun !! 1000/10 i would recommend so much history & beautiful scenery Dwayne was AMAZING would definitely be coming back 😊
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Phil_s
Jun 16, 2024
Cricket tour - We were very lucky to have George as our driver. So with 4 of us including him, it felt like he was already a friend who knew the area and had the knowledge of cricket too. So we thank him for his time and efforts which were on their own First Class. I absolutely guarantee you will have a an amazing time seeing the sights and more of this beautiful island.Despite having seen most before I was more than happy to see again. Thank you to to your company who accommodated our needs too
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William_g
Jun 14, 2024
Relax way to see the main sites - Good overview of the main tourist spots
LT was our tour guide, very friendly and interacted well with the 4 members of the tour.
There was no rush on the tour, and it lasted an extra hour.
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Christine_h
Jun 12, 2024
Fabulous day couldn't be better! - Excellent driver and guide Dwyane very knowledgeable and a delight.
Comfortable car and great scenery.
Enjoyed all the history.
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Iangc5084bz
Jun 12, 2024
A grand day out with Lionel - The trip seemed pricey. However, having done the day trip, it was excellent value for money. Our guide, Lionel, was great - friendly with a good sense of humour. We went to Devil’s Bridge, Shirley Heights, a view of Eric Clapton’s house, a 15 minute film about Antigua’s history and then lunch at Nelson’s dockyard. The scenery was stunning throughout and the commentary from Lionel was informed and interesting. All in all, a great tour and a memorable souvenir of Antigua. Highly recommended.
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