This tour gives you time. Time to soak in hot springs that have drawn visitors for centuries. Time to explore Alexander Hamilton's birthplace. Time to sit at a beach bar,
You start at Oualie Beach – stepping off a water taxi onto a quiet shore. Then you move through Charlestown at a pace that actually lets you breathe: the birthplace of a founding father, the island's oldest church, a craft village where you can watch artisans carve and paint by hand.
At the Bath Hot Springs, you're standing at the site of the Caribbean's first hotel, built in 1778. The water is still warm, still healing, still drawing visitors after more than two centuries. You can soak your feet, let the mineral water do its work, and feel the same sense of renewal that travelers have felt for generations.
You end at Pinney's Beach – three miles of golden. You can swim, eat grilled fish at a beach bar, or simply sit with a Killer Bee cocktail and watch St. Kitts across the water.
1. Disembark your ship and walk along the pier toward the port exit.
2. Proceed through the security checkpoint.
3. Immediately after security, look to your left.
4. You will see a sign that reads “WELCOME TO MARINA VILLAGE”.
5. Your driver will be waiting in that area with a clearly visible “Island Gems ” sign.
It is only a 15 to 20 second walk from the arrival hall.
Basseterre is a charming capital that’s both historic and vibrant . Visitors arriving by cruise ship are greeted at Port Zante, a busy terminal that opens directly into a lively shopping area full of music, bright colors, and friendly locals offering island tours . Historic Basseterre – A walkable city where colonial buildings and palm-lined squares create a laid-back atmosphere . Key landmarks include:
Oualie Beach is a tranquil, sheltered bay located on the northwestern tip of Nevis . Its name comes from the original Kalinago name for the island, meaning “land of beautiful waters” . What Makes It Special For your Nevis Island Hop Excursion, this is where our guests will begin their adventure. The beach is calm, with warm, shallow waters protected from strong currents, making it ideal for swimming and water sports .
A one-stop shop for authentic Nevisian crafts and souvenirs, the Nevis Artisan Village is a vibrant showcase of local creativity located on Pinney’s Estate . Our guests will find a curated collection of handmade goods created by local artisans. The village features 10 shop units and 19 craft vendors offering a wide range of products : Our guests will get a chance to take a picture at the NEVISNICE sign
A Founding Father’s Beginnings This two-story Georgian-style building on Charlestown’s waterfront is the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s founding fathers and its first Secretary of the Treasury. Hamilton was born here in 1757 and lived on the island until the age of nine . What Makes It Special The original building was constructed around 1680, destroyed by an earthquake in 1840, and beautifully restored in 1983 . Today, it serves as both a museum and an active government building.
Built in 1778 by the aristocrat John Huggins, the Bath Hotel is widely regarded as the first hotel in the Caribbean and the region’s earliest intentionally designed spa resort . Constructed over the island’s largest volcanic hot springs to harness their therapeutic properties, it marked a pioneering moment in Caribbean tourism .
The Nevis Hot Springs are a natural wonder that has drawn visitors for over 400 years . The water, heated by the island’s dormant volcano, surfaces at temperatures ranging from 40 to 42°C (104–108°F) . The volcanic minerals and medicinal tree roots are said to soothe muscle tension, joint pain, and skin ailments .
Pinney’s Beach is one of the most iconic stretches of coastline in the Caribbean, consistently ranked among the best beaches on the islands . This three‑mile expanse of soft, saffron‑colored sand runs along the western shore of Nevis, offering calm, clear waters and unforgettable views of St. Kitts rising across the Narrows .
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