Scenic Romney Manor & Timothy Hill or Panoramic Brimstone Hill

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• The Circus (Pass by)

  As you journey from the port into the city of Basseterre you are immediately immersed into the warmth of the island citizens. Upon entering the center of Basseterre, a striking monument a green clock will certainly increase your curiosity. During the British rule in the 1800’s after a fire destroyed the city of Basseterre and it was rebuilt, this clock was built in the honour of Lord Thomas Berkleley, a former president of the General Legislative Council in the 1880’s. This historic monument has four clocks facing the four streets, four water stands and seating area around the clock. Hence, the name (The Circus). This depicts the Piccadilly Square in London which host the famous clock, “Big Ben”. In St. Kitts since we were under British rule ours became, “Little Ben”.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  View the church which was built 1856 and rebuilt 1927 - 1928. This structure is still in good condition and a historical architectural structure which is evidence of the artistic designs of the era.

  Admission ticket free
• Bloody Point (Pass by)

  Bloody Point gets it name from the massacre of the Kalinago Indians that took place in the village of Challengers in the 1600s. The British had settled quite close to the Indians and told them they did this to secure the chickens within the area. The chief, Tegreman became suspicious when Sir Thomas Warner (the first governor of St Kitts) returned from England with African slaves and more settlers. The Indian chief decided to ask the neighboring island for help as he planned his attack. He was betrayed by a woman. It is said the slaughter of the Indians was so intense that the river ran red with blood for days.

  Admission ticket free
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  Romney Manor

  The Caribelle Batik (Romney Manor). : US$3pp 1) Visit this picturesque garden with its different flora and the occasional fauna: green vervet monkeys, various birds. This property was owned by the great great great grandfather of Thomas Jefferson the 3rd United States President. Witness the artistic drawings using hot wax on sea island cotton. Purchase shirts, dresses, 2) View the largest living organism in St Kitts "The Saman Tree" over 400 years old. 3) Close by are remnants of: aqueduct,mill house for crushing cane, lime kiln etc. all from the 1650s 4) Indian Petroglyphs. Evidence of Amerindians 5) This was the home of U.S. 3rd President Thomas Jefferson's great, great, great grandfather, Samuel Jefferson.

  25 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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  Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park

  This venue is only inlcuded in the "Panoramic Landmark Tour. A UNESCO world heritage site. Entrance Fee: US$15pp The Gibraltor of the West Indies, “Brimstone Hill” (a beautiful fortress. Now a UNESCO Heritage Site. A US$15 fee (inclusive of tour) is required towards the continued restoration of this magnificent fortress. Explore this majestic structure as you view, cannon guns, artifacts of the 18th century British soldiers uniforms, tools and much more. The visit will certainly enlighten you on the history whilst you marvel at this imposing architectural structure.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• Please arrive 30 minutes prior to tour departure time.

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