Port: Gustavia
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Gustavia
The Swedish heritage of St. Barts is felt in the capital of Gustavia. The first colonists were the French, who arrived in 1645, but later sold the land to the Knights of Malta. France bought the island back from Sweden in 1878, and today it is considered part of the Dependency of Guadeloupe, an Overseas Department of France. St. Barts has long been considered a playground of the rich and famous and is known for its beaches, gourmet dining and designer shopping.
The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.
Experience the scenic beauty of St. Barts in a unique new way during this off-road journey through the island's North Coast.
Depart the pier via off-road vehicle for the ride through Public, St. Bart's industrial area, en route to the North Coast of the island. You will then pass by St. Jean, the airport and famous Col de la Tourmente, where you may catch a dramatic view of a plane landing. Just past the airport, you will ride around the St. Jean Pond and climb up the hill of Morne Tourterelle. Along the way, you will take in spectacular views over Salines. Your guide will share the history of the salt ponds and salt industry, St. Barts' only industry until the mid 1950s.
Next, you will pass through the valley of Petite Salines before arriving in Grand Fond, which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. You will then drive along the coast towards Toiny, where you will leave the main road and proceed to the beach of Petit Cul de Sac along a very narrow and suspended road.
After a brief stop on the beach, you will continue on past the flower-filled cemeteries of L'Orient and the seaside resort of Saint-Jean before arriving at the top of Lurin. From here, you will descend to the tranquil Gouverneur's Beach, where a brief stop will be made for refreshments and an opportunity to take a swim.
Following your visit, you will ride back to Gustavia Harbor and return to the ship.
Please note: This tour is only recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not recommended for guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with limited mobility or guests who utilize a wheelchair. The off-road vehicles used for this tour are automatic, and officially allowed by French law to carry one driver and one passenger. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and bring a towel from the ship. There is a trunk on the rear of the off-road vehicle to store personal effects. This tour is priced per off-road vehicle, not per guest; guests can travel alone or as a couple at no extra charge. The maximum weight is 330 pounds per off-road vehicle. Drivers must be at least 18 years old, and present a valid driver's license and credit card for the deductible. The minimum age to be a passenger is 12 years old. All guests must fill out a liability waiver prior to participating on this tour.
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Terms & Conditions:
Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the 
above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.