Full Island Tour
This excursion takes you around the island like no other. From century old architectural style buildings to historic monuments, this tour is ideal for capturing the essence of your visit to the island.
Half Island Tour
Your excursion gets off to a start with a driving tour of Basseterre. Basseterre, founded in 1625, later became the capital of St. Kitts in 1727. Historical Basseterre was first ruled by the French from the mid 1600’s to the early 1700’s when the English took over the reins of ownership. Efforts have been made to maintain aspects of Caribbean architecture that was greatly inspired by both the European and African heritage of the island. The concentration of its two (2) store buildings are dominated by Georgian Architecture, cut stone work, squares, forts and monuments, all gentle reminders of the many cultures that once coexisted our beautiful shores.
The Treasury Building, erected in 1894, stands majestically as a landmark by which most West Indians identify Basseterre and is now being converted into a National Museum.
The Berkeley Memorial, located in the Circus, is a water fountain and a Victorian era clock tower, which was erected in 1867 in honour of the Honourable Thomas Berkeley, a legislator and sugar estate owner in the 18th century.
The Independence Square is a former slave market and an active area of commerce, politics and social life during the second half of the 18th century. It is now a beautiful urban garden with a Victorian era water fountain.
The Court House was rebuilt in 1997 after its original structure built in 1750 was destroyed by fire on the 1st September 1982.
The first stop is at the Roman Catholic Co-Cathedral, which was built in or about 1856 and was called the Church of the Immaculate Conception. In 1927, it was demolished and replaced by a modern edifice on the same site on the East Independence Square Street. Father Claeys was the architect who designed the church and it was officially dedicated on 6th December 1928.
The St. George’s Anglican Church has been rebuilt four (4) times, in 1831, 1833, 1843, and 1844 due to destruction from floods, fires and hurricanes. Most impressive is its massive bell tower and steeple.
The tour then continues along the coastal road through remnants of sugar cane plantations. At Brimstone Hill Fortress, a video presentation on the fortress is shown for approximately seven minutes. This magnificent fortress, sitting impressively atop 38 acres of limestone and sulphur composites, is the result of 100 years of slave labor and has survived many wars fought between English, French and Spanish troops, for its control.
The next stop is at Romney Manor, home of the world famous Caribelle Batik. Visit the demonstration room, where the acclaimed artists illustrate the wax and dye process of batik making. The Romney Manor Estate encompasses eight acres of historical ruins, ancient Carib Indian Rock drawings and a beautiful botanical garden. From Romney Manor, the tour returns to Basseterre.
The Treasury Building, erected in 1894, stands majestically as a landmark by which most West Indians identify Basseterre and is now being converted into a National Museum.
The Berkeley Memorial, located in the Circus, is a water fountain and a Victorian era clock tower, which was erected in 1867 in honour of the Honourable Thomas Berkeley, a legislator and sugar estate owner in the 18th century.
The Independence Square is a former slave market and an active area of commerce, politics and social life during the second half of the 18th century. It is now a beautiful urban garden with a Victorian era water fountain.
The Court House was rebuilt in 1997 after its original structure built in 1750 was destroyed by fire on the 1st September 1982.
The first stop is at the Roman Catholic Co-Cathedral, which was built in or about 1856 and was called the Church of the Immaculate Conception. In 1927, it was demolished and replaced by a modern edifice on the same site on the East Independence Square Street. Father Claeys was the architect who designed the church and it was officially dedicated on 6th December 1928.
The St. George’s Anglican Church has been rebuilt four (4) times, in 1831, 1833, 1843, and 1844 due to destruction from floods, fires and hurricanes. Most impressive is its massive bell tower and steeple.
The tour then continues along the coastal road through remnants of sugar cane plantations. At Brimstone Hill Fortress, a video presentation on the fortress is shown for approximately seven minutes. This magnificent fortress, sitting impressively atop 38 acres of limestone and sulphur composites, is the result of 100 years of slave labor and has survived many wars fought between English, French and Spanish troops, for its control.
The next stop is at Romney Manor, home of the world famous Caribelle Batik. Visit the demonstration room, where the acclaimed artists illustrate the wax and dye process of batik making. The Romney Manor Estate encompasses eight acres of historical ruins, ancient Carib Indian Rock drawings and a beautiful botanical garden. From Romney Manor, the tour returns to Basseterre.
Nevis Highlights
Journey across the seas by ferry to experience the other half of this twin island paradise. Our sister island Nevis boasts her share of historical wealth - from the Bath Hotel and Bath Springs to the internationally acclaimed Nelson's Museum.