Colón to Fort-de-France Cruise

Day 1 - Colon, Panama

Arrive: Fri 12 March 2027 / Depart: Fri 12 March 2027 at 18:00

Colón is the second largest city in Panama, at the Caribbean entrance of the Panama Canal. Colón is today an important port, and the free trade zone created in 1953 contributed greatly to the development of the city. Colón was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad connecting the Atlantic and Pacific coasts through the isthmus of Panama; the city rapidly overshadowed the older Caribbean ports of Panama when the canal opened.

Day 2 - San Blas

Arrive: Sat 13 March 2027 / Depart: Sat 13 March 2027

The San Blas Islands of Panama is an archipelago comprising approximately 365 islands and cays, of which 49 are inhabited. They lie off the north coast of the Isthmus of Panama, east of the Panama Canal. A part of the comarca Guna Yala along the Caribbean coast of Panama is home to the Kuna people.

Day 3 - Cartagena, Colombia

Arrive: Sun 14 March 2027 / Depart: Sun 14 March 2027

A splendid harbour city in the north of Columbia, a source of inspiration for the Columbian writer Gabriel García Márquez, Cartagena will win you over with its well-preserved colonial architecture, and warm friendly atmosphere. You can visit the sumptuous UNESCO World Heritage fortified historical centre whose churches and houses have magnificent multi-coloured façades. A witness of Spanish domination, the San Felipe de Barajas fortress stands on top of a hill from where you can admire views over the whole city. The Las Bóvedas neighbourhood will charm you with its arcades, used as prison cells during the 19th century civil wars.

Day 4 - Santa Marta

Arrive: Mon 15 March 2027 / Depart: Mon 15 March 2027

Santa Marta officially Distrito Turístico, Cultural e Histórico de Santa Marta is a city of half a million people, in the nation of Colombia.

Day 5 - At Sea

Day 6 - Bonaire

Arrive: Wed 17 March 2027 / Depart: Wed 17 March 2027

Surrounded by a barrier reef and a marine sanctuary, Bonaire is a true paradise for divers. This peaceful and preserved little island is renowned all over the world for its coral reefs, which are directly accessible from the beach, providing a unique sensation of freedom. Discover magnificent marine fauna and flora while snorkelling or diving in its turquoise waters. The Washington Slagbaai National Park in the north of the island is home to many birds. It is the most important breeding site in the south Caribbean for the pink flamingo, the island’s emblematic animal.

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Tobago Cays

Arrive: Fri 19 March 2027 / Depart: Fri 19 March 2027

A string of white sandy islands bathed by a turquoise sea, the Tobago Cays are one of the Grenadines little treasures. A diver’s paradise, the waters here are home to corals and tropical fish by the thousand. This is a heavenly spot for the explorers at heart among you who enjoy discovering the beaches and crystal-clear waters where the sea turtles live.

Day 9 - Pigeon Island, St.Lucia

Arrive: Sat 20 March 2027 / Depart: Sat 20 March 2027

Day 9 - Soufriere, Saint Lucia

Arrive: Sat 20 March 2027 / Depart: Sat 20 March 2027

The exuberant unspoiled nature of the vegetation on St Lucia ensures this island’s status as one of the Caribbean’s real little gems. Covered in tropical forests and valleys, the island features two distinctive volcanic pitons like two giant cones rising up out of the sea near Soufrière. As you travel through the forest, you can pause to visit a superb tropical garden and some sulphur springs which hint at the volcanic activity rumbling away on this island.

Day 10 - Guadeloupe

Arrive: Sun 21 March 2027 / Depart: Sun 21 March 2027

During the feast of All Saints in 1493, Christopher Columbus discovered this archipelago of nine islands that he named "The Saints". Today, only two of them are inhabited. Terre de Haut, in the east, is dominated by the Morne Mire hill; at the summit stands Fort Napoleon, paying homage to the islands' history. In the heart of the botanical garden, shared by iguanas and cacti, there is an exceptional view of the Baie des Saintes, one of the most beautiful in the world. The long shady beach of Pompierre, where it is forbidden to drop anchor, is a peaceful place for a swim, while Pain de Sucre Beach offers wonderful opportunities for snorkelling. On the island, don’t forget to taste the local speciality, the “tourment d’amour”, a cake made with coconut.

Day 11 - Fort de France, Martinique

Arrive: Mon 22 March 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 22 March 2027

Located on the western coast of Martinique, Fort-de-France will amaze you by the splendour of its bay, a magnificent cut-out in the coastline, considered as one of the most beautiful in the world. At the harbour mouth, on its strip of land, fort Saint-Louis overlooks the capital city of Martinique. If you climb up to it, you can see some breath-taking views. Saint Louis Cathedral and the Schoelcher library bear witness to a secular history, intimately linked to the island’s story. Why not try some fresh coconut at the colourful Grand Marché. Two really pleasant places you can take a breather in, right in the heart of the city, are the garden of Balata and the Aimé Césaire park.