Number of nights: 13
This 14 day tour natural history and culural expedition focuses on St Lucia, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana.In St Lucia, you will visit Pigeon island, Rodney Bay, the Soufriere volcano, Sulphur springs, diamond waterfalls, the magnificent pitons and Castries. You will also discover the beautiful island of Martinique and immerse yourself in the french way of life. Then, you will explore the vast rainforests in Guyana, including the mighty Kaieteur Falls -the oldest rock formation on the Guiana Shield, and the incredibly beautiful garden city which have many old colonial buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th century. You will then visit the culturally rich country of Paramaribo with its European influences and Dutch Speaking people, before heading to French Guiana, a department of France. Hear stories of the penal system and relive Henri Charie's novel ' Papillion' on this visit of French Guiana. Not to be forgotten is the famous Dreyfus Affair.
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Itinerary
Sunday - Arrival in St Lucia
Arrive in St. Lucia. Pick up and transfer to your hotel for overnight. Monday - St Lucia-Full Day Island tour:
Depart early for your tour, which includes, Soufriere, Sulphur Springs, Botanical Gardens and Diamond Springs, the Pitons, Morne Fortune, colourful waterfalls, Castries and the village of Choiseul. Late return to hotel. O/N.B.
Tuesday - St Lucia - Pigeon Island and Rodney Bay.
Morning tour of Pigeon Island and afternoon visit of Rodney bay.
Wednesday -Day Trip to Martinique
Early depart first by bus to pier and then continue on to Martinique. All day in Martinique. Afternoon return to hotel. B.
Thursday - Departure from St Lucia- Arrival in Guyana.
Arrive in Guyana. Met by our representative and transfer to your hotel for 3 nights
Friday - Georgetown city tour:-
Morning city tour of Georgetown, including St Georges Cathedral-the tallest free standing wooden building in the world- , picturesque City hall, the Victorian Law courts and many heritage sites, the national museum , botanical gardens and zoo. Return to hotel. Rest of day free to relax. (B)
Friday - Kaieteur Falls:-
Morning flight to Kaieteur Falls. See the majestic 740 ft natural wonder from different vantage points. Spend 2 hours at the falls. Picnic lunch and afternoon return. Transfer to hotel. (B) (L)
Saturday:-Mazaruni River tour& Island Resort
Sunday Island resort
Monday: - Transfer to airport for flight to Paramaribo Suriname. 11:00 am departure.10:00 am arrival in Paramaribo. Met by our representative and transfer to hotel for check in. Afternoon city tour of Paramaribo, including guided tour by bus along the most prominent historic locations in the city center where you will be impressed by the outstanding architecture. You will also visit Fort Zeelandia, Palmentuin (Palm Garden), the Waterkant and the Central Market. Return to hotel. Rest of afternoon free to visit the Casino or shop for Souvenirs. Return to Torarica Hotel and Casino for overnight. (B)
Tuesday - To French Guiana:-
Morning transfer to Albina by air conditioned car. This is a one and a half hour drive.to Crossing to be made and then transfer to Kourou. Transfer to Mercure Atlantis for 2 nights.(B)
Wednesday: Devil's Islands tour:-
Transfer to Ile Royale for your Devil's island tour. Spot presentation by English Guide. See Devil's Island from the Auberage and learn about the legend behind "Papillon". Learn about Dreyfus and about the French Guiana colonial era . Visit the ruins of the penal settlement. Then visit Joseph Island. Late afternoon return to hotel.
Thursday: - Arianne Space Centre
Transfer to Ariane space centre. Bus shuttle to the main installations and get to know more about the space program. Return to hotel and departure by noon for Paramaribo. Transfer to Torarica Hotel and Casino for overnight.
Friday: - Paramaribo, Suriname – Georgetown, Guyana:-
Fly to Guyana and transfer to Le Meridien Pegasus for overnight.(B)
Sunday: Departure
Transfer to airport for your flight.
(B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
Tour Prices:
Single Person Price: $5850
Double Occupancy per Person Price: $5500
Price include:
- Accommodation at the best available hotels.
- Meals as indicated.
- River and land transfers.
- Meet and greet services.
- Local guides.
- Permits and entrance fees.
- Internal flights.
Price exclude:
- International airfare & departure taxes.
- Gratuities
Departure dates in 2007
February 15-25
March 3-12, 13-22
April 7-16, 14-23
May 5 –14, 19- 28
June 2- 11, 16-25
July 14-23,
August 18-27,
September 1-10, 22-Oct 1
October 6- 15, 20- 29
November 3- 12, 17-26, 24- Dec 3
December 1-10, 8-17, 22- Jan 4
P.S This tour is customizable. |
