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Caribbean Island Hopping

Explore eight stunning Caribbean islands — from Dominica's volcanic rainforests and Saint Lucia's UNESCO Pitons to Aruba's rugged national park — in a small group of no more than 12 travellers.

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About this journey

The story behind the route

A unique opportunity to island hop between some of the most beautiful destinations on earth. And rather than joining thousands of other travellers on a cruise ship the size of a small town, our small group will use the network of regional flights to reach our next destination giving you more time to explore.

Our adventure starts in St Kitts where we take a luxury catamaran to its sister island Nevis with the chance along the way to snorkel and view the rich marine life. Next stop is Antigua where we explore the bustling capital of St John’s, with its salty-glamorous English Harbour, and historical forts and other vestiges of the colonial past. Our next hop takes us south to little-known rainforest islands like Dominica where we explore lush rainforests and natural hot springs which justifies the country’s status as the “Nature Island”. We reach our next destination not by flying, but by taking the local ferry to Saint Lucia where we explore the island including the one-of-a-kind Sulphur Springs and the world’s first drive-in Volcano.

Back in the air we continue our adventure with a short flight to St Vincent and the Grenadines – a place that evokes visions of exotic, idyllic island life. Imagine an island chain in the heart of the Caribbean Sea, uncluttered by tourist exploitation, with white-sand beaches on deserted islands, sky-blue water gently lapping the shores and barely a soul around. Next stop is Trinidad and Tobago, where we discover the country’s cultural and religious diversity before taking a well-earned break and enjoy a ‘free day’ to unwind and recharge before we head to the Dutch Antilles for the final leg of our trip.

With its delightful Dutch colonial architecture, thriving art and culinary scenes and excellent history museums, Curacao feels like a little piece of Europe at the edge of the Caribbean. A short hop takes us to our final destination, Aruba, where we mark the end of our adventure by travelling by off-road vehicle across the rugged terrain of Arikok National Park.

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The journey

Caribbean Island Hopping

Key moments

The moments that define this trip

Drawn from the full tour dossier — the standout days, encounters and views our specialists keep coming back to.

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  1. Volcanic Wonders and Natural Landscapes

    From Dominica's UNESCO Boiling Lake and Trafalgar Falls to Saint Lucia's Pitons, geothermal fields, and hot springs, this tour immerses travellers in the raw volcanic drama of the Eastern Caribbean. Arikok National Park in Aruba and Shete Boka's wave-carved caverns in Curaçao add further geological spectacle to an already extraordinary natural itinerary.

  2. Caribbean History and Colonial Heritage

    Eight islands means eight distinct layers of colonial history, from the British-built Nelson's Dockyard in Antigua and Fort Charlotte in Saint Vincent to Trinidad's 'Magnificent Seven' mansions and the Dutch-colonial streets of Willemstad and Oranjestad. The Wingfield Estate Sugar Plantation Ruins in St. Kitts offer a vivid and sobering glimpse into the region's plantation past.

  3. Beach, Sea, and Island Life

    Every island on this itinerary brings its own stretch of coastline, from the white sands of Pinney's Beach in Nevis and Buccament Bay in Saint Vincent to the crystal-clear waters at Grote Knip in Curaçao. Catamaran sailing with snorkelling, swimming in natural volcanic rock pools, and open-bar beach days ensure the Caribbean's most iconic pleasures are woven throughout the journey.

  4. Guided Island Tours with Local Experts

    Each island is explored with an experienced local guide who brings specialist knowledge of history, ecology, and culture to every stop on the itinerary. Flexible, full-day excursions in Dominica, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, and Curaçao go well beyond the standard tourist trail, revealing lesser-visited landscapes and authentic local character.

  5. Culture, Cuisine, and Caribbean Diversity

    Trinidad and Tobago's extraordinary cultural melting pot — African, Indian, Creole, and European — contrasts with the Dutch Caribbean identity of Curaçao and Aruba, creating a genuinely varied cultural journey across the region. The tour includes time on Ariapita Avenue in Port of Spain and the flamingo-pink streets of Willemstad, giving travellers space to absorb each island's unique flavour.

Key moments for Caribbean Island Hopping

Full itinerary · 20 days

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Dates & prices

Pick your departure

Reserve your place with a 10% deposit. Final balance due 70 days before departure. Single-room supplements optional — most travellers happily share.

  • Departure
    16 Feb 20277 Mar 2027
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    From
    £9,950 pp
    Single supp. +£1,995
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  • Departure
    17 Feb 20287 Mar 2028
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    From
    £10,945 pp
    Single supp. +£1,995
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What's included

Everything covered — and what's not

Included in the price

  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Minibus, or similar vehicle for guided excursions and tours
  • All inter-island economy class flights including a checked-in luggage allowance of 20k
  • Ferry travel from Dominica to Saint Lucia
  • All accommodation
  • Experienced local guide for all excursions and tours
  • Services of an English-speaking tour leader – applicable for groups of 5 or more travellers (groups of less than 5 will travel unescorted between each island)
  • Meals as listed
  • Entrance fees for sites listed as part of the itinerary

Budget separately for

  • International flights (, contact , us, for expert advice and a quote)
  • Any airport taxes (except when included with regional flights)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visa – when required
  • Drinks
  • Items of personal nature
  • Tips (Discretionary)
Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

We constantly monitor official travel advice, including the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Caribbean Islands Travel Advice, and will always advise clients of any warnings before departure. As this tour visits multiple island nations, we monitor the FCDO advice page for each country individually — including St. Kitts & Nevis, Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, and the Netherlands (for Curaçao and Aruba). At the time of writing, there are no specific warnings against travel to the islands we visit on our tours.

Please contact us if you have any specific concerns or would like to understand what measures are in place to ensure your trip remains safe and trouble-free.

Voices from the road

What travellers say about us

Independently verified reviews from travellers who joined Caribbean Island Hopping. Rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ reviewers.

We had an amazing tour with Undiscovered Destinations, island hopping in the Caribbean. We were wanting to visit the Caribbean but didn't want to go on a cruise ship. This small group tour was simply fantastic. We had some great local guides, that were very passionate about sharing their island home. Our accommodation was excellent and situated in convenient locations.

Kelkat

Caribbean Island

An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!

Anna

This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!

Grete

My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.

Frank

Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.

Cathy

Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.

Lynn

We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.

Andy

We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.

Jennie

Everything was great — we got to witness a wonderful variety of wildlife, and thoroughly enjoyed the scenery and the hospitality of the people. A fabulous trip from start to finish.

Debbie

Excellent all-round trip. Drivers were conscientious and careful, accommodation was better than expected, and the scenery was stunning throughout.

Alexis

We had an amazing tour with Undiscovered Destinations, island hopping in the Caribbean. We were wanting to visit the Caribbean but didn't want to go on a cruise ship. This small group tour was simply fantastic. We had some great local guides, that were very passionate about sharing their island home. Our accommodation was excellent and situated in convenient locations.

Kelkat

Caribbean Island

An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!

Anna

This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!

Grete

My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.

Frank

Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.

Cathy

Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.

Lynn

We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.

Andy

We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.

Jennie

Everything was great — we got to witness a wonderful variety of wildlife, and thoroughly enjoyed the scenery and the hospitality of the people. A fabulous trip from start to finish.

Debbie

Excellent all-round trip. Drivers were conscientious and careful, accommodation was better than expected, and the scenery was stunning throughout.

Alexis

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Common questions

Things travellers usually ask

  • How many travellers will be in my group?

    Maximum 12 travellers — that's the cap on every Undiscovered Destinations small-group tour. Small enough to eat in a local family home; large enough to share the wonder with other like-minded travellers.

  • Can I travel solo?

    Yes — there's no compulsory single supplement on our small-group tours. You get your own room at no extra cost. About 60% of UD travellers come solo, so you'll be in good company.

  • How fit do I need to be?

    Fitness requirements vary by itinerary, from gentle to demanding. The day-by-day tour dossier sets out walking distances, terrain and any altitude so you know what to expect. If you have specific concerns, speak to our team before booking — they can talk you through a typical day.

  • When are the next departures?

    The next available departures are 16 February 2027; 17 February 2028. See the "Pick your departure" table further up the page for the full schedule and per-departure pricing.

  • What's included in the tour price?

    Included items vary by tour — see the full list above. On this trip, expect: Arrival and departure transfers; Minibus, or similar vehicle for guided excursions and tours; All inter-island economy class flights including a checked-in luggage allowance of 20k; and more. International flights and travel insurance are not included.

  • Where exactly does this trip go?

    This tour visits Caribbean Island. Each destination has its own page with practical information, climate, and the attractions our specialists recommend — linked from the itinerary above.

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