Port: Philipsburg
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Philipsburg
St. Maarten is the smallest piece of land shared by two sovereign states. Legend has it that the Dutch and French boundaries of the island were determined by two men who challenged one another in a race around the island, with the Frenchman walking faster and claiming more land. Legend or not, both the Dutch and French settled here in the 1630s and despite occupancy by the British twice, the Dutch and French have lived peacefully together ever since they arrived.
The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.
If you are a motorcycle enthusiast, then don't miss this memorable ride that explores the natural beauty of St. Maarten.
Depart the pier for the coach transfer through Philipsburg, the Dutch capital, and on to the staging point at The Village. Here, you will select your legendary Harley Davidson Fat Boy or classic Heritage motorcycle. Following your safety instructions, you will receive your helmet and climb aboard your motorcycle. You will then follow your guide on a scenic tour past the Simpson Bay Marina, home to many luxurious mega-yachts, then continue on through Maho, Mullet Bay and the lowlands that are famous for their celebrity appeal.
Next, you will arrive at the French capital of Marigot for an opportunity to see Ft. Louis. Your ride will then resume across the island's north coast, through Grand Case and on to Orient Bay, where a stop will be made for a quick dip on its popular beach (nude sunbathing is permitted in some parts).
Afterward, your ride will continue on through the countryside and back to The Village. Here, you will relax with a late lunch accompanied by a variety of refreshments before boarding a transfer coach for the return drive to the ship.
Please note: A late light lunch, two bottles of water and various drinks are included on this tour (no alcohol will be served until after the ride has finished). There will be a guide in front and an escort jeep in the back. Guests must bring along a credit card and current motorcycle license to complete the rental contract. This tour is priced per-bike, and includes CDW insurance with a $1,000.00 deductible. The deductible will be charged, in full or part, to the driver's credit card in the event the motorcycle is returned damaged. The minimum driving age to participate on this tour is 25 years old, and 18 for passengers. Stores in Marigot are closed on Sundays.
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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.