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- English
- French
- Spanish
Discover Saint-Martin/Sint Maarten like never before where centuries of history collide with the Caribbean's most breathtaking scenery, all in one unforgettable day. This isn't just a beach tour; it's a journey through 300+ years of Dutch, French, and Caribbean heritage, guided by a local who brings every stop to life.
Pass historic Philipsburg, founded in 1733, and the Vineyard Building, shipped from Baltimore in 1871. Spot wild iguanas, relax on postcard-perfect Orient Bay, and explore charming Marigot, home to Fort St. Louis (1789). Stop at the Bellevue Monument, marking the 1848 Treaty of Concordia. Feel the rush at world-famous Maho Beach, sip rum at Topper's Distillery, and take in the views from Cole Bay Lookout. Finish at Fort Amsterdam (1631), site of the dramatic 1644 siege that cost Peter Stuyvesant his leg, plus free tastings at the Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store.
One island, two nations, centuries of history all in one perfect day.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Cruise Port Our maritime place containers, imports, etc.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Philipsburg Founded in 1733 by John Philips (1688–1746), a Scottish navy commander in the Dutch navy.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Vineyard Building Imported by schooner in pieces and set up in 1871 by Johannes Van Romondt, imported from Baltimore, Maryland. A twin of this same building still stands on Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Saltpond (roundabout) (pass-by, no stop) Dutch side: 1624–1649. French side: ended in 1967 — Grand Case's was the last saltpond to close.
Admission ticket free -
1Oyster Pond
Oyster Bay Views talk about St. Barths day trips to the surrounding islands.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Oyster Pond
Iguana stop Depending on guest interest.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Orient Bay
Orient Bay Beach stop.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Marigot
Marigot (food stop) Fort St. Louis, built in 1789 under then-governor of St. Barths Jean-Sébastien Durat, to protect Marigot's warehouses of stored goods from neighboring pirates. Decommissioned in 1851.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Bellevue
Bellevue Monument Signing of the Treaty of Concordia in 1848, for the movement of goods between the two countries. Renewed in 1948. Slavery was abolished on French Saint-Martin in 1848, and on Dutch Sint Maarten in 1863.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Maho Beach
Maho Beach Planes stop.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7Topper's Rhum Distillery
Topper's Rhum Tasting
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8
Cole Bay Lookout Scenic viewpoint.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Fort Amsterdam
Fort Amsterdam, Divi Resort Built in 1631 by the Dutch. 1633: occupied by the Spanish. 1644: Spanish driven out by the then-governor of New York (New Amsterdam at the time), who surrounded the fort with approximately 800 men until starving the Spanish into retreat via their fleet. Stuyvesant stood on the barracks as they were leaving and fired a cannon the shot that took his leg, earning him the nickname "Peg Leg."
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Amsterdam Cheese and Liquor Store
Amsterdam Cheese and Liquor Store Shopping stop and cheese tasting.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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