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Official Curated 5-Day / 4-Night Guide

Antigua and Barbuda

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3 Focus Cities St. John’s, English Harbour, Dickenson Bay & Barbuda
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Trip Inclusions Excursions Only (No Hotel/Flights)
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4 Travel Styles Adventure • Heritage • Family With Kids • Age 65+
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Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights Per Route
3 Distinct City Routes

3 Curated 5-Day / 4-Night Routes in Antigua and Barbuda

Select any route below to view its 5-day daily itinerary tailored for Adventurous, Sightseeing, Family With Kids, and Age 65+ travelers.

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St. John’s Route 1 • 5D / 4N

Route 1: St. John’s (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Jumby Bay Island Oetker Collection
Package Price $7,375
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English Harbour Route 2 • 5D / 4N

Route 2: English Harbour (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Carlisle Bay Resort Antigua
Package Price $4,975
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Dickenson Bay & Barbuda Route 3 • 5D / 4N

Route 3: Dickenson Bay & Barbuda (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Hermitage Bay Luxury All-Inclusive
Package Price $6,295
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Trip Inclusions Notice: All curated itineraries include guided daily excursions, entrance admissions, and private specialist tours only. Trips do not include flight or hotel accommodation.
Interactive Daily Schedules

5-Day Curated Excursion Itineraries for Antigua and Barbuda

Select your route and preferred travel style above to display tailored daily activities and authentic excursions. Please note: trips include daily excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

Active Custom Package

Route 1: St. John’s (5 Days / 4 Nights) • 🧗 Adventurous Itinerary

Focus City: St. John’s • 5 Days of Indicated Excursions & Activities (Flights & Hotel Accommodation Not Included)

Package Price
$7,375

📅 Day 1: St. John’s Arrival & Citadels — St John’s Anglican Cathedral Twin White Baroque Spires & Panoramic Horizons

5 Daily Excursions
St. John’s High-Ridge Trail: Panoramic Summit Ascent & Scenic Lookouts
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
St. John’s High-Ridge Trail: Panoramic Summit Ascent & Scenic Lookouts

An energetic morning climb along the scenic mountain ridges overlooking St. John’s. Tackle rocky elevation trails, scramble to panoramic vantage points, and take in unhindered panoramic horizons with an expert mountain docent.

St. John’s Backcountry Gorge & Wilderness Scramble Expedition
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
St. John’s Backcountry Gorge & Wilderness Scramble Expedition

Venture off the beaten path into the rugged gorges, rocky canyons, and backcountry terrain bordering St. John’s. Experience wild geological formations, steep elevation gains, and untamed nature.

St. John’s Twilight Ridge Trek: Sunset Summit & Flame-Grilled Mountain Feast
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
St. John’s Twilight Ridge Trek: Sunset Summit & Flame-Grilled Mountain Feast

Active twilight hike to an elevated sunset bluff overlooking St. John’s, followed by an authentic dinner featuring regional flame-grilled specialties and rustic outdoor hospitality.

St. John’s Forest Canopy Traverse & Suspension Bridge Trek
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
St. John’s Forest Canopy Traverse & Suspension Bridge Trek

Hike along elevated canopy walkways suspended over lush forest basins, crossing swaying suspension bridges with certified wilderness specialists.

St. John’s Sunset Rock Scramble & Stargazing Preparation
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
St. John’s Sunset Rock Scramble & Stargazing Preparation

Scramble across granite or volcanic rock formations as dusk settles over St. John’s, preparing for high-elevation stargazing away from light pollution.

📅 Day 2: St. John’s Natural Landscapes & Waters — Heritage Quay Duty Free Luxury Promenade & Coastal Trails

6 Daily Excursions
Heritage Quay Duty Free Luxury Promenade: Rugged Scenic Trail & Geological Terrain Scramble
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
Heritage Quay Duty Free Luxury Promenade: Rugged Scenic Trail & Geological Terrain Scramble

Active outdoor expedition exploring Heritage Quay Duty Free Luxury Promenade in St. John’s. Navigate dramatic natural paths, unique geological formations, and exhilarating terrain with an experienced wilderness guide.

St. John’s Watersport & River Expedition: Guided Kayaking & Waterway Discovery
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
St. John’s Watersport & River Expedition: Guided Kayaking & Waterway Discovery

Paddle through crystalline waters or winding scenic riverways near St. John’s, navigating hidden grottos, natural rock arches, and secluded pebble inlets.

St. John’s Sunset Overlook Trek: Panoramic Headland Trail & Craft Brewery Flight
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
St. John’s Sunset Overlook Trek: Panoramic Headland Trail & Craft Brewery Flight

Invigorating late afternoon hike along dramatic bluffs or hills, concluding at a local microbrewery for refreshing regional craft pints.

St. John’s Coastal Sea Cave & Tidal Pool Exploration
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
St. John’s Coastal Sea Cave & Tidal Pool Exploration

Venture along wave-cut coastal shelves to explore hidden tidal caverns, crystalline marine pools, and geological crevices teeming with marine flora.

St. John’s Mountain Single-Track E-Bike Trail Run
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
St. John’s Mountain Single-Track E-Bike Trail Run

Experience the thrill of electric mountain biking across winding dirt switchbacks, pine forest trails, and scenic alpine overlooks.

St. John’s Hidden Waterfall Basin Trek & Natural Plunge Swim
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
St. John’s Hidden Waterfall Basin Trek & Natural Plunge Swim

Hike through a lush river gorge to reach a secluded natural waterfall basin, diving into refreshing mountain waters.

📅 Day 3: St. John’s Cultural Heritage & Traditions — Redcliffe Quay Historic Waterfront Sugar Warehouses Boutiques & Mountain Sanctuaries

7 Daily Excursions
Redcliffe Quay Historic Waterfront Sugar Warehouses Boutiques: Backcountry Trail Run & High-Altitude Lookout Ridge
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
Redcliffe Quay Historic Waterfront Sugar Warehouses Boutiques: Backcountry Trail Run & High-Altitude Lookout Ridge

Vigorous trail run or fast-paced hike exploring Redcliffe Quay Historic Waterfront Sugar Warehouses Boutiques in St. John’s. Ascend through pine-scented forested ridges and natural rock overlooks with expansive vistas.

St. John’s Whitewater Rafting & River Canyon Chute Expedition
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
St. John’s Whitewater Rafting & River Canyon Chute Expedition

Navigate rushing rapids and narrow canyon gorges along the mountain riverways near St. John’s, guided by certified expedition masters.

St. John’s Twilight Ridge Scramble & Mountain Hut Raclette Feast
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
St. John’s Twilight Ridge Scramble & Mountain Hut Raclette Feast

Late afternoon ascent to a mountain hut or refuge, celebrating the trek with hearty regional comfort dishes and local alpine spirits.

St. John’s Karst Cave Spelunking & Hidden Chamber Exploration
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
St. John’s Karst Cave Spelunking & Hidden Chamber Exploration

Don headlamps to explore dramatic subterranean limestone caverns, stalactite galleries, and ancient geological echo chambers.

St. John’s Alpine Mountain Biking: Forest Switchbacks & Valley Floor Dash
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
St. John’s Alpine Mountain Biking: Forest Switchbacks & Valley Floor Dash

An exhilarating e-bike trail push through high pine forests, navigating banking curves, dirt switchbacks, and alpine pastures.

St. John’s Rocky Peak Scramble & Panorama Photograph Trek
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
St. John’s Rocky Peak Scramble & Panorama Photograph Trek

Scramble up jagged rocky peaks surrounding St. John’s to frame iconic panoramic travel photos above the clouds.

St. John’s Campfire Under the Stars: Wood-Roasted Game & Storytelling
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 7
St. John’s Campfire Under the Stars: Wood-Roasted Game & Storytelling

Gather around an authentic open-pit campfire in a wilderness clearing, sampling slow-roasted meats and traditional raki or herb tea.

📅 Day 4: St. John’s Maritime Bastions & Ateliers — Museum of Antigua and Barbuda Arawak Colonial Relics & Secluded Bays

5 Daily Excursions
St. John’s Coastal Sea Cliff Traverse & Coasteering Grotto Discovery
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
St. John’s Coastal Sea Cliff Traverse & Coasteering Grotto Discovery

Scramble along rugged tidal rock shelves and sea caves bordering St. John’s, cliff-jumping into crystalline natural pools with certified water guides.

St. John’s Mountain E-Bike Highland Ridge Traverse
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
St. John’s Mountain E-Bike Highland Ridge Traverse

Tackle rugged alpine trails on high-torque electric mountain bikes, climbing to remote ridge overlooks with sweeping mountain passes.

St. John’s Sunset Cliff Lookout: Coastal Headland Trail & Seafood Feast
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
St. John’s Sunset Cliff Lookout: Coastal Headland Trail & Seafood Feast

Active late afternoon hike along sea bluffs to catch sunset over the ocean, followed by an open-air dinner featuring fresh line-caught fish and shellfish.

St. John’s Alpine Forest Single-Track Sprint & Ridge Traverse
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
St. John’s Alpine Forest Single-Track Sprint & Ridge Traverse

A fast-paced trail run weaving through fragrant pine forests and across granite ridges overlooking the surrounding valleys.

St. John’s Sea Kayak Cave Navigation & Hidden Cove Landing
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
St. John’s Sea Kayak Cave Navigation & Hidden Cove Landing

Paddle sleek sea kayaks into natural wave-cut stone arches and secluded pebble coves inaccessible by land.

📅 Day 5: St. John’s Grand Finale & Alpine Summits — Fort James Historic 18th century Cannons Harbor Overlook & Farewell Degustation Gala

6 Daily Excursions
St. John’s Alpine Summit Push & High-Elevation Limestone Scree Ridge
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
St. John’s Alpine Summit Push & High-Elevation Limestone Scree Ridge

A thrilling final morning scramble up the highest accessible mountain ridges overlooking St. John’s, rewarding climbers with sweeping 360-degree panoramas.

St. John’s Wild River Kayak & Whitewater Rapids Run
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
St. John’s Wild River Kayak & Whitewater Rapids Run

Conclude your journey navigating thrilling river chutes, granite boulders, and natural foam basins guided by senior expedition leaders.

St. John’s Gala Farewell Hearth Banquet: Spit-Roasted Meats & Craft Spirits
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
St. John’s Gala Farewell Hearth Banquet: Spit-Roasted Meats & Craft Spirits

Gather around an authentic alpine lodge firepit to celebrate the week's accomplishments with wood-roasted meats and hand-crafted regional spirits.

St. John’s High-Elevation Mountain Bike Single-Track Descent
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
St. John’s High-Elevation Mountain Bike Single-Track Descent

High-cadence descent down forest switchbacks and rocky trails, pausing at breathtaking overlooks framing the entire region.

St. John’s Alpine Waterfall Rappel & Natural Pool Dip
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
St. John’s Alpine Waterfall Rappel & Natural Pool Dip

Safely descend alongside roaring mountain cascades with professional rope rigging, taking a rejuvenating dip in crystal alpine waters.

St. John’s Sunset Summit Ridge Dash & Silhouette Photo Shoot
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
St. John’s Sunset Summit Ridge Dash & Silhouette Photo Shoot

Reach a high elevation summit bluff as the sun dips below the horizon, capturing dramatic silhouette photos against fiery twilight skies.

✨ 5-Day Curated Route Complete

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Luxury Accommodations

Featured 5-Star Hotels in Antigua and Barbuda

Suggested luxury accommodations for independent booking. Please note: Trip packages include daily excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

Jumby Bay Island Oetker Collection ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Jumby Bay Island Oetker Collection

📍 Focus City: St. John’s

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $1250 /nt
Carlisle Bay Resort Antigua ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Carlisle Bay Resort Antigua

📍 Focus City: English Harbour

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $650 /nt
Hermitage Bay Luxury All-Inclusive ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Hermitage Bay Luxury All-Inclusive

📍 Focus City: Dickenson Bay & Barbuda

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $980 /nt
Practical Advisory

Travel Essentials for Antigua and Barbuda

Helpful insights to plan your 5-day / 4-night luxury journey with confidence.

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Best Time to Visit

Spring and autumn offer optimal weather for cultural sightseeing and outdoor adventures with moderate crowds.

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Currency & Payments

Major credit cards are widely accepted at 5-star properties and restaurants. Having modest local currency for small markets is recommended.

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Getting Around

Private transfers and dedicated chauffeur options are easily arranged by your 5-star hotel concierge for seamless daily excursions.

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Dress & Etiquette

Smart casual attire is ideal for luxury hotels and fine dining. Modest attire covering shoulders and knees is customary for heritage temples.