Antigua Shore Excursion: Round Island Tour
Description
On this tour, you have the opportunity to visit some of the most interesting sites such as Devil's Bridge, the Rain Forest as well as seeing the beauty of the Island while driving through some quaint villages, enroute to Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, home of the famous English Harbour, and named after Horatio Nelson who served in Antiqua in the 1700s. This tour is unique in that it gives a first hand knowledge of the Island after visiting the Interpretation Center (if opened) where one can see and hear the history of Antigua & Barbuda.
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Itinerary
Drive up to Shirley Heights and stroll around the old military fortifications. You can view breathtaking scenic landscapes at 360 degrees. A spectacular view over English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour greets your eyes and on a clear day the neighboring islands of Montserrat and Guadeloupe can be seen.
The dockyard got its name from Admiral Horatio Nelson, a British naval officer who lived in this Royal Navy Dockyard from 1784 through 1787. Fully restored to its original splendour, the eighteenth- and nineteenth-century buildings of the Dockyard house modern amenities such as shops, hotels, and marina businesses. Nelson’s Dockyard provides many sites and activities for visitors to explore and enjoy. Nested in the Park you can browse the Dockyard Museum, located in the former Admiral’s House. The Museum presents visitors with exhibits regarding the Dockyard’s history and current archaeological research on the island. The Copper and Lumber Store Hotel offers five-star accommodations and is a magnificent venue for special occasions is also located in the Dockyard. While there visit the gift shops and art galleries. Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, which also contains Clarence House and Shirley Heights, and is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site of the country.
Devil’s Bridge is an actual bridge formed by thousands of years of ancient reef formation and erosion. The Atlantic’s waves have constantly crashed into the limestone rocks, which has created a natural arch filled with geysers and blowholes over time. Waves continue to break against these same coastal limestone rocks, and it is a stunning natural phenomenon.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
For travelers vacationing on island, our driver will pick them up from the hotel's lobby. We pick up from ALL hotels. Please note, if boking is made within 24hours of travel date, tour will start at 10:00am and not 9:00am The duration of the tour is 3 and a half hours; however guest have the option of requesting shorter tour.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Wheelchair has to be collapsible/foldable.
Reviews(75)
As a solo female traveler, it is important to me to find ways to see different sites where I feel safe. This tour fit the bill. I was able to see various parts of the island and felt safe. In addition, there was just the right amount of time at each location. I didn’t feel rushed or that there was too much time waiting around. It was just right.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re really glad to hear you felt safe and comfortable throughout the tour and that it was a great way to explore different parts of Antigua. It’s also great to know the pacing felt well-balanced, giving you time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future!
Blondell was awesome. She was very knowledgeable about the the island. She went above and beyond to make sure our experience was the best. She was able to make a quick stop at a pharmacy and found a store that had cut up pineapple 🍍, so we could try it. I would highly recommend the tour and Blondell.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Blondelle. She truly loves sharing her knowledge of the island and always goes the extra mile to make sure our guests are comfortable and enjoying themselves
A great orientation tour of Antigua if you’re a little short on time but do not want to miss the essentials…Devil’s Rock, Nelson’s Dockyards, Shirley Heights, drive through local parishes and some highlights plus an informative driver & guide in a comfortable vehicle made for a great experience.Ant
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the orientation tour and that you were able to experience some of Antigua’s iconic highlights in a short amount of time. We're especially glad our guide helped make the journey informative and comfortable. We truly appreciate you choosing to explore the island with us and hope to welcome you back for an even deeper dive into Antigua's beauty and culture in the future!
What a fantastic excursion. Started out rocky because the instructions for meeting our Tour Guide were horrible. Spent about 45 minutes at the meeting location but no Pink Sign with our name. Ended up turning on my phone and we finally got connected. Viator needs to give better information regarding where to meet. That was the end of the negative. Met Michael in his Cadillac Escalade and off we went. He was a wealth of knowledge. We did circle the whole island and he had knowledge about every community. He was very accommodating with my hubby’s walker. Made sure we had a ramp, etc.
Thank you for your review! We're so glad to hear that, despite the rocky start, you had a fantastic excursion with Michael. We appreciate your patience with the meeting instructions and will certainly work to improve clarity for future travelers. It’s wonderful to hear that Michael went the extra mile to accommodate your husband’s needs. We hope to welcome you back for another great experience in the future!
My husband and I took this tour a couple of weeks ago while on a cruise. Our driver, Benjamin, was outstanding. He took us all over Antigua, showing us so much of the island. My husband uses a wheelchair to walk distances, and Benjamin was so good about taking the chair in and out of the car. We went to Devil's Bridge and learned the history of the rock formation there. The walk down to see the bridge was really rough and rocky, but Benjamin patiently and carefully helped my husband get close enough to see the bridge. Then on Nelsons Dockyard where we saw amazing yachts and the historical naval yard. From there went to The Blockhouse Ruins and saw amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. Our final stop was Shirley Heights with more amazing views. It was a great day, and Benjamin was very knowledgeable about the sites we saw. A great day all around! I would highly recommend this tour and especially Benjamin!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your husband had such a memorable experience exploring Antigua with Benjamin. He truly goes above and beyond to ensure all guests have a comfortable and enjoyable tour, and we’re so glad he was able to assist your husband throughout the journey. It sounds like you got to see some of Antigua’s most breathtaking sights, from Devil’s Bridge to Shirley Heights! We appreciate your kind words and your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future.
Driver answers to question was a simple yes or no. No narrative of the island. We had to ask all the question. Vehicle dirty
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We aim to provide engaging and informative tours, so it’s disappointing to learn that the narrative you were hoping for wasn’t delivered and apologize also for the condition of the vehicle. Cleanliness and comfort are top priorities for us, and we’ll be addressing this issue with our team. We value your insights and will use them to improve our services and would love the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
Broke car after 2 nd stop which was less then 50 % of the tour. Very old car and in bad condition. Driver was not able to solve the situation. No support from his office at all. Finally we organized a taxi back to our cruise ship by ourself. Still did not got reimbursed for the taxi fare back to the ship. Anyway a lost day in Antigua with very bad memories. Be careful if you wanna book a trip in Antigua. Your decision. Or let yourself guarantee that they use new cars. This was an axpansivw tour for 2 persons of more than 200 Euros
We sincerely apologize for the unfortunate experience you had during your tour with us which was totally beyond our control. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we deeply regret that the vehicle's condition and subsequent breakdown disrupted your day in Antigua. This is not the level of service we strive to provide. As mentioned before, we had refunded you the amount we would have been paid from the VIATOR site along with the US$40 taxi fare. Total refunded was US$211.60. We deeply regret the inconvenience caused and hope you might consider giving us another opportunity in the future to provide a much better experience.
My husband and I did this tour with Benjamin! It was a wonderful trip. Enjoyed learning about the island and seeing the beautiful island!!! Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your husband had such a great time on the tour with Benjamin. It's fantastic that you enjoyed learning about the island and taking in its beauty. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 🌴😊
Benjamin was a great tour guide and he helped us get great photos along the way and we learned about the history of the county.
Thank you for your review. We're happy to hear you had a good tour.
What a great way to see Antigua when you have limited time! Our guide, Vernon, was amazing. He was so knowledgable and friendly. We saw the main sites across the island, and some others that most tourists never get to experience. Thank you for a very memorable experience.
Thank you so much for your view. Vernon is one of our best drivers and we are glad that your experience was a great one. We look forward to having you again on our beautiful island.
