St. Kitts cruises, Leeward Islands

Located just a 45 minute drive from Port Zante is the Amazing Grace Experience, just a small visitor’s centre that is devoted to an English slave trader, John Newton. The centre is voted as one of the island’s best attractions to visit by The Telegraph.

The centre depicts the poignant and little-known story of how John Newton became a changed man during a visit to St Kitts, and subsequently joined the clergy. This move led to his campaigning for the abolition of slavery and during this time several hymns were composed, one of which was ‘Amazing Grace’. During your visit, you’ll enjoy a short video and have the opportunity to browse the fascinating exhibitions and the gift shop.

Afterwards, you’ll head to Romney Manor, which is also home to the Caribelle Batik. Here, you can admire the gardens and you’ll also see a batik demonstration. Watch as the local artists produce colourful fabric apparel and perhaps make a purchase as a souvenir of your visit.

Enjoy the island scenery as you take the return drive to Port Zante.

Essential information

This excursion will operate by minibus and on foot. This tour involves around 1 hour of walking over varying terrain, including steps. Flat, comfortable shoes are recommended. The time spent at each venue is around 45 minutes. US Dollars are accepted for purchases.

This simple transfer offers you the chance to kick off your shoes, stroll along the sandy shores and soak up the atmosphere of a typical Kittitian beach.

Your destination is Cockleshell Beach, where a beach chair awaits. Relax onto the beach and simply enjoy the sun, sea and sand.

During your visit you’ll be served a refreshing fruit punch at the Spice Mill restaurant.

Essential information

This excursion will operate by minibus. This tour is inclusive of transfers, beach chair and a complimentary drink. Passengers are reminded to wear swimwear, take a towel and sunscreen. Beach umbrellas are not included but may be available for hire, payable locally. Please refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages prior to swimming. There may be independent suppliers on the beach that offer watersports. These are provided by parties unconnected to P&O Cruises. The beach is public and therefore may become busy.

At the port of Basseterre, you’ll step aboard a boat for a 45 minute transfer across to the island of Nevis. Sit back and admire the coastline of the south eastern peninsular as you head across the Caribbean Sea.

Upon arrival at Nevis, you’ll make your way from the jetty to a waiting minibus, ready for a tour of the island. Enjoy a drive through the small bustling capital, before heading along the Nevis main road and onto an area where a natural hot spring flows. The small bath is used by locals for its healing properties and you may wish to dip your toe into the relaxing warm water. During your island tour, a stop will be made at one of the delightful local hotels to enjoy the surroundings. Your final stop will be Pinney’s Beach, where you can cool off with a refreshing swim or simply relax on a beach chair. A delicious local style lunch and a refreshing drink of rum punch, local beer or fruit punch will be served at the Lime Beach Bar.

As your visit draws to an end, you’ll head back to the jetty for the return boat ride to St Kitts.

Essential information

This excursion will operate by boat, minibus and on foot. The boat transfer time is approximate and the journey may be choppy; those who suffer with seasickness should take the necessary precautions. A degree of agility is required when boarding the boat. The tour involves some walking over varying terrain, including steps, and flat comfortable shoes are advised. Please remember swimwear, take a towel and sunscreen. Toilet and changing facilities are available. Beach umbrellas are not included but may be available for hire, payable locally. There may be independent suppliers on the beach that offer watersports. These are provided by parties unconnected to P&O Cruises. The beach is public and therefore may become busy.