Antigua Explorer Tour
Description
Uncover the island of Antigua on this quaint tour with a local expert. You’ll be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle and driven around the island to see its landmarks and viewpoints, from Weatherill's Sugar Mill and Devil’s Bridge to Shirley Heights and the history-filled UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nelson’s Dockyard. Your local guide takes care of everything, and shares insights, local legends, and fascinating facts along the way. See Antigua’s highlights in just a half-day Enjoy your local expert guide’s undivided attention Experience comfortable, air-conditioned transport with WiFi Roundtrip pickup and drop-off from most hotels and cruise terminal included
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Itinerary
Start your tour with at 15 minute ride through the East side of the island to Betty's Hope Sugarmill Plantation. Betty's Hope is one of Antigua’s most historic sugar plantations and a powerful symbol of the island’s colonial past. Established in the 17th century, it was once a major producer of sugar and rum. Today, visitors can explore the restored twin windmill towers, museum exhibits, and scenic grounds while learning about the plantation’s history, the sugar-making process, and the lives of the enslaved Africans who labored there.
View the natives farm land areas as well as the famous Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium as we take a 30 minute ride to the East Coast part of the island. Arrive at Devil's Bridge where our expert guide will lead you down the rocky craters to where the Atlantic waves crash dramatically against the shore. Here, you'll be immersed in rich historical tales and enthralled by enchanting local folklore.
Pass through the local communities as you drive through the southern coast of the island towards Shirley Heights. Get a breathtaking view of this postcard pictureque spot overlooking the famous Harbour.
Take a quick 5 minute stroll down the hill to the iconic Nelsons Dockyard where history comes to life. Immerse yourself in the past with a visit to the museum for alluring artifacts. View the remaining preserved culture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your Tour ends with a 30 minute ride through the center of the isle back to your original pickup destination.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pickup at Antigua Cruise Port, ACB Bank ATM, Thames Street We offer pick up from Hotels and Airbnb accommodations. Pick up from Nonsuch Escape Resort and Hermitage Resort is an extra 10 USD per person. Guide will be wearing an orange polo shirt and have a billboard with Lead Traveler's name displayed on it.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please contact 1268-722-1012 via direct call or WhatsApp if any trouble finding meeting point.
Reviews(145)
Our tour of Antigua was immaculate! The professionalism and hospitality was beyond my expectations. We initially booked with person X got but got person Y. I must say Steve was a pleasure and knowledgeable guy with the island. You can tell he has passion and drive for giving quality tours!
Hello, we a delighted that you had a great day out with Steve. He is a very good guide. See you on your return to Antigua 🇦🇬
Excellent option that allowed for flexibility especially for my elderly mum. The guide, Devon, was informative, patient and attentive. All round thus was a great choice!
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Trevor was great! We saw the Island and made some great stops! He was so informative about the culture, the people, the vegetation, the history and more of this beautiful Island!
Thank your for choosing us. We are happy you enjoyed Trevor as your Guide. Top Tier
Carrick was awesome. Super friendly and knowledgeable. He made the longer stretch of the car ride more fun with games and prizes. Also took fantastic photos. We ate the best meal we had on the island at his recommendation, so ask him for all the best local spots! Highly recommend doing this tour. I will definitely consider other tours with Carrick if we visit the island again.
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Comprehensive and comfortable private tour with Devon Polite and informative driver Interesting overview of the island
Positive, happy to have met you Lindy. Devon is a great guide
Awesome time with Carrick our tour guide.
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Trevor was an excellent guide and driver. Extremely professional and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended!
Yes he is....Thank you for your kind words.
Tour guide was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and communicated very well. He played games with us in the van while touring and even had excellent prizes for us. Great time had by all
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Carrick was our guide and he was like an old family friend from the beginning. He is very knowledgeable about the area. He pointed out so many interesting bits of info and made impromptu stops to show us things. I would highly recommend this tour. Carrick made it fun and interesting at the same time!
Hi Joy, happy to have met you and the crew. We had a fun, learning experience that day. Looking forward to seeing you again 😄🫶🇦🇬
Our guide was great. He was very knowledgeable of the country. He was a very careful driver. He brought us to all the areas we wanted to see.
Thanks for choosing us. Looking forward to having you again in the near future 😀
