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Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre

Basic Information
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Language: English
Summary Description

The tour begins at 10:00 am sharp with a 15 minute drive through downtown Basseterre. Drive in air conditioned comfort as you see and hear of the history of the town's iconic monuments from our experienced English tour guide such as the Sir Thomas Berkley Memorial, the "1840",  and Independence Square. Hear more trivia of Irish Town, the War Memorial, the Egrets nesting site and Bloody Point as you drive by.   

Our next stop will be the famous Brimstone Hill National Fortress which was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. This magnificent structure was build by the British in 1790 to fortify the island from the French Army. A feat of true power, skill and strength unmatched to this day.

Then it’s off to the highlight of the tour, The Amazing Grace Experience located in beautiful Sandy Point. This was the setting which changed the life of a foul mouthed Captain John Newton who later went on to pen that famous and beloved song Amazing Grace. This segment of the tour is of 30 minutes duration and entrance fees are also included in the cost of the tour.

See the pristine black sand Pump Bay beach where Captain Newton landed his slave ships, now voted one of the best black sand beaches in the world by USA Today.

From AGE we head back to the Cruise ship terminal where you have the option to purchase have a wide variety of lunches or shop at our Arinagour Craft Market for locally made hand crafted souvenirs.

Description

Our Tour de Force  begins from the cruise ship Terminal in Port Zante. In 15 minutes, you will learn about the history of Port Zante and historic downtown Basseterre. Learn important trivia such as that Port Zante sits on twenty five acres of reclaimed land from the sea and that the Royal Bank of Canada now sits on the location of an old British Fort. Learn more trivia on our exciting tour as we continue to the egrets nesting site and Bloody Point and then spend 45 minutes at the World Heritage UNESCO Site Brimstone Hill. Do you know that this amazing structure was over one hundred years in the making? From there it's off to the Amazing Grace Experience, home of John Newton, who was inspired to write the song Amazing Grace after witnessing firsthand the inhumane treatment of the slaves he brought to St. Kitts from the continent of Africa. There is also the option to purchase a wide variety of local lunch as we finally make our way back to Port Zante.

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • National Park fees
  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 3h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

FAQ

How much time do I need for Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre?

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On average, this experience will take approximately 3h.

Which company provides Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre?

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Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre is hosted by V&J Private Tours. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

What is the Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre cancellation policy?

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Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

How much is Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre?

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Tour de Force: Port Zante and Historic Downtown Basseterre price starts from $56.42.