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Departures:
February 9 - 27, 2012
Itinerary
| Day 1 |
Home Cities to Atlanta, GA |
| Travel from home cities to Atlanta. Included are transfers to your downtown hotel, conveniently located within walking distance to many of the cities popular attractions. |
| Day 2 |
Atlanta, GA |
| This morning see some of Atlanta’s famous landmarks on our sightseeing tour. After lunch, we’ll visit the World’s Largest Aquarium, later this afternoon your guide can help arrange optional activities such as visiting CNN Studio’s or the World of Coke! |
| Day 3 |
Atlanta to Charleston, SC |
| Today we make our way into South Carolina where our home for tonight will be Charleston. This afternoon we’ll visit the Historic City Market. Step back in time while strolling through the market; you’ll encounter a variety of vendors selling such things as the famous Charleston sweet grass baskets. The evening is yours to enjoy a leisurely carriage ride, or dine at one of the local restaurants. |
| Day 4 |
Charleston to Savannah, BA |
| The charm of Charleston will shine through this morning as you see and hear about the history in the area. We’ll see Rainbow Row, Battery Park, St. Michael’s Church the old Citadel among many other things. This evening, we’ll board the River Street Riverboat and follow the path of the original soldiers towards Old Fort Jackson. Enjoy a delicious and authentic southern dinner buffet as you experience live period music. Upon arrival to Old Fort Jackson, you’ll be escorted across the drawbridge and enter the year 1861. This is surely an event that will not be forgotten. |
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Day 5 |
Savannah to Jacksonville, FL |
| Before we head out of Georgia’s first city, we’ll take a look at Savannah’s interesting past. Our tour visits much of Savannah’s beautiful historic district, including their lovely historic squares, River Street and City Market. The evening is yours to explore Jacksonville. |
| Day 6 |
Jacksonville, FL |
| Enjoy a free morning to maybe do some shopping or sightseeing. This afternoon we visit the Budweiser Brewery. Take a tour through a blend of rich brewing heritage and state-of-the-art technology, you’ll discover how the world’s greatest beers are carefully crafted using the finest ingredients. Of course after seeing how it’s made, you’ve got to try a freshly brewed beer for yourself or visit the gift shop. Tonight your dinner will be included when we visit the Okefenokee Swamp for a sunset swamp tour and cookout. Watch for the red shine of alligator’s eyes twinkling in the dark! |
| Day 7 |
Jacksonville to West Palm Beach, FL |
| As we make our way south along the coast, we’ll stop in St. Augustine, the Nation’s Oldest City, for a trolley tour. Keep your cameras handy as we pass by dozens of historic sites such as Castillo de San Marcos, Lightner Museum, the Oldest House Complex, Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, St. Augustine Lighthouse and much more. After lunch, we’ll continue south to West Palm Beach |
| Day 8 |
West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale, FL |
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This afternoon we board the “Emerald Princess” for the next 10 nights. From the moment you step into the Piazza-style atrium, you’ll know this is a spectacular cruise ship. Make yourself at home as we get ready to set sail into the sunset! |
| Day 9 |
Cruising |
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Sit back and relax! Today is our first at sea day; take some time to explore the ship or enjoy a cool dip in the pool. |
| Day 10 |
Cruising |
| As we make our way towards Aruba, try your hand out at the nine-hole putting course or shuffleboard. Stroll through the World-class art collection, gallery and auctions or indulge in a treatment at the Lotus Spa! |
| Day 11 |
Aruba, Netherlands Antilles |
| Dutch influence still lingers on this balmy Caribbean island, part of the former Netherlands Antilles until its independence in 1986. Aruba is a contrast: the island's arid interior is dotted with cactus and windswept divi-divi trees while secluded coves and sandy beaches make up its coast. |
| Day 12 |
Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles |
| Bonaire is without a doubt a "diver's paradise." But there is also much more to this small Dutch country of 15,000 residents. "Bon Bini," means "Welcome to the island of Bonaire." Because of the hot and arid weather, Bonaire has for decades been a major producer of sea salt. Do not miss the "white mountains" of salt waiting to be shipped out and the salt flats where the salt is evaporated from the Caribbean Sea, which also happens to be home to another icon of Bonaire-the pink flamingo. Explore the Dutch architecture of the capital Kralendijk, enjoy the pristine coral reefs, or tour the scenic countryside. Whatever you decide to do in Bonaire, you are sure to have a fantastic time. |
| Day 13 |
Grenada |
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Grenada is the Caribbean's "Isle of Spice" – one of the world's major producers of nutmeg, mace, clove, cinnamon, and cocoa. Indeed, the fragrant aroma of spice seems to envelop the island's emerald hillsides, tropical forests, and sun-drenched beaches. Grenada is truly a feast for the senses. No building here may be built higher than a coconut palm. The majority of hotels are small and family owned. St. George's Harbor is a picture-perfect postcard of an idyllic Caribbean anchorage. |
| Day 14 |
Dominica |
| Lying between Guadeloupe and Martinique is the island of Dominica – an unspoiled Caribbean paradise. The vibrant, rich rainforest is home to rare birds, including sisserou and jacquot parrots. Streams tumble down mountain slopes and thread fertile valleys on their short route to the sea |
| Day 15 |
St. Thoma, U.S. Virgin Islands |
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St. Thomas, capital of the island group, offers every imaginable sport: snorkeling, golfing, hiking, and sailing. Just a few miles away lie St. John and Virgin Islands National Park. Stunning mountain scenery, crystalline waters, and white-sand beaches with palms swaying in the breeze--the US Virgin Islands are truly a slice of paradise. The harbor is easily one of the Caribbean's most scenic. St. Thomas has the reputation as a duty free-mecca for shopping. |
| Day 16 |
Cruising |
| Relax today after a busy couple of days exploring the exciting ports of call. If you haven’t already, enjoy a movie under the stars this evening or take in one of the entertaining shows. |
| Day 17 |
Princess Cays, Bahamas |
| Join us at Princess Cays for our exclusive port of call and private beach party on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. One hundred miles long and only two miles wide, Eleuthera offers unspoiled beaches. Our private resort at Princess Cays is situated on more than 40 acres and features over a half-mile of white-sand shoreline, all at the southern tip of the island. The resort boasts all the amenities while carefully preserving this natural paradise. Take in the views from the observation tower. Enjoy a barbecue, sip a cool drink or browse the shops and the local craft market. |
| Day 18 |
Fort Lauderdale to Miami, FL |
| After disembarkation we’ll make our way the sunny Miami. You’ll have a free afternoon to explore the area or reminisce with your new friends about the wonderful time you had Away Down South!. |
| Day 19 |
Miami to Home Cities |
| Time to transfer to the airport for your flights back to Canada. |
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HIGHLIGHTS |
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Civil War Dinner Cruise
Geirgia Aquarium
Historic City Market - Charleston
Budweiser Brewery
Okefenokee Swamp Sunset Tour & Cookout
Trolley Tour in St. Augustine
10 night Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard the Emerald Princess
Airfare included |
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Alaska and the Yukon - Cruise
