10 Days Nature, History and Culture Vacation in Jamaica

Experience Jamaica, its people, natural places, culture, heritage, and delicious local cuisines. Travel along coastal roads with the blue Caribbean Sea as its backdrop. Interact with Jamaicans in their local communities and their way of life

• Visit Port Royal, The Bob Marley Museum, and the historic Devon House.
• Tour the famous Seville Heritage Park and Green Grotto Caves
• Blue Mountain Tours with Holywell Nature Park and a Blue Mountain Coffee Estate Tour
• Immerse yourself in Jamaica's Natural Beauty and Culture with visits to Communities and Nature Reserves
• Guided Tours at all destinations visited 
• Lunch stops at each destination featuring authentic Jamaican Cuisine such a Jerk and Festival.
• Accommodation at 2-3 star Villas and or Hotels

DAY 1: Kingston International Airport to Kingston Hotel Check-In Time 3:00 pm (Early Check-in Subject to Availability)

After Checking in to your hotel, if time permits, you will depart your hotel to have a short visit to the Hope Botanical Garden, a popular spot where Jamaican families, couples and friends go to relax in a setting surrounded by nature. See the various plants and garden arrangments as you take in the scenery from a Jamaican's perspective.

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or Hotel serving Jamaican, Chinese or Greek Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost) A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

DAY 2: Kingston Day Tour (Port Royal, Devon House, and Bob Marley Museum) - 9:00 AM Departure
After breakfast, you will leave your hotel to journey to Port Royal, an ancient port where the pirates of the Caribbean once ruled. Here, you will tour the military fort constructed by the Spanish and English and enjoy an informative walk through the town. The day will continue with a  stop to have a delicious seafood lunch at Gloria's Restaurant before returning to the Kingston Metropolitan area.  While in Kingston you will tour the Bob Marley Museum, the Kingston home of the "Reggae King," and learn of his life's journey and music. Your guide will then take you to Devon House - Kingston's first mansion - to see the architecture of the 1800s in its original form and experience the world's most delicious ice cream. Take some time to lounge in the courtyard area at Devon House, a local hotspot for Jamaicans from all walks of life, before returning to your hotel.

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or Hotel serving Jamaican, Chinese or Greek Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost)  A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 3 - Kingston - (Blue Mountain Sightseeing, New Castle, and Coffee Estate) - 9:00 AM Departure
After breakfast, your Blue Mountain adventure begins. After a short drive, your first stop will have you enjoying an experience of how the famous Blue Mountain Coffee is grown and harvested. Stop at New Castle for a Highlight of the historical landmark and visit the Holywell Park with its panoramic views of St Andrew (NB. please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes). After the completing of your hike, enjoy a relaxing lunch stop at Strawberry Hill before heading back to your hotel.

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or villa serving Jamaican or Seafood Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost) A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 4 - Kingston - (Spanish Town Sightseeing, Seville Heritage Park and Green Grotto Caves) - 8:00 AM Departure

Today will be more about the rich history and culture of Jamaica as you head out for some sightseeing in the Old Capital of Spanish Town. Your journey will then continue to the Seville Heritage Park in Ocho Rios with its rich history from the Tainos to the runaway slaves. The Seville Heritage Park is also popular among locals during Jamaica's independence celebrations. Before heading to your next tour location, you will stop for lunch at one of Jamaica's most visited Jerk Restaurants on the Island "Scotchies Restaurant" - popular among locals and international visitors. Your next stop, The Green Grotto known at various times as the Runaway Bay Caves, Cave Hall Caves, Discovery Bay Caves, Dry Harbour Caves, Hopewell Caves, Rum Caves, and Dairy Caves, are among Jamaica's most prominent natural attractions. They are of international repute and have been seeing visitors since the 18th century. After your informative tour, enjoy the comfortable drive on the highway back to your Kingston hotel. 

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or Hotel serving Jamaican, Chinese or Greek Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost) A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 5 - Kingston - Port Antonio (Rafting on the Rio Grande) - 8:00 AM Departure
Today, you depart for the beautiful parish of Portland, known for its lush tropical greenery and a truly Jamaican activity known as bamboo rafting. Your journey will take you through the Stoney Hill Community where you will make a short stop at the beautiful Castleton Garden. Rafting down the Rio Grande is said to have been started by Errol Flynn. Rio Grande Rafting offers a 6 mile (10km) cruise on bamboo rafts for two, poled by expert raftsmen through spectacular scenery. The Rafters Pavilion is at Rafters Rest at the mouth of the river and was built by the Earl of Mansfield. It provides an excellent opportunity to interact and dine with the locals at lunch. After your rafting experience, you will enjoy a short drive to your Port Antonio villa/hotel (Match Resort or similar hotel/villa based on availability at time of booking).

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or villa serving Jamaican or Seafood Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost)
A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 6 - Port Antonio (Port Antonio Sightseeing, Blue Lagoon and Beach Day) - 10:00 AM Departure
Today, your sightseeing journey will take you on a highlight tour of the town of Port Antonio which burst onto the international stage as the banana capital of the world in the 19th Century. Although the banana trade waned in the early decades of the new century, this charming town was soon rediscovered and glamorized by the Hollywood stars of the 1940s and 50s. Take in the sights of the town and interact with the locals then relax and enjoy the sun-kissed scenery at the beautiful Blue Lagoon. Made popular by the Brooke Shields’ movie, "The Blue Lagoon", this aquatic paradise is a mix of fresh water and salt water, as the lagoon is open to the sea and is fed by freshwater springs. Feel free to take a swim in the lagoon before departing for the local beach (Frenchmans Cove) for some you time.

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant serving Jamaican, or Seafood Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost)
A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 7 - Port Antonio - St. Thomas via East Coast (Charles Town & East Coast Sightseeing Bus Tour) - 8:30 AM Departure
Today will be more about the rich history and culture of Jamaica as you check-out of your villa/hotel and head out to visit Charles Town, a Maroon settlement in the parish of Portland. The town is known for its Maroon history and culture, its Safu Yard, the Charles Town Drummers and Dancers, the Maroon Museum, as well as its tour of the area educating visitors on the history of Maroon culture. After your experience with the local maroons, you will depart on a scenic bus tour along the eastern coastline of Jamaica, stopping for lunch at a local eatery along the way. Your sightseeing bus tour along the east coast will conclude on your arrival to Morant Bay in St. Thomas where you will check in at your hotel (Golden Shore Hotel or similar hotel based on availability at time of booking).

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or Hotel serving Jamaican, or Seafood Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost) A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 8 - St. Thomas (Morant Bay Sightseeing and Beach Day) - 9:00 AM Departure

Wake up to a beautiful sunrise, the sound of birds and the waves of the Caribbean Sea. Your villa staff will provide you with your breakfast and freshly brewed Blue Mountain Coffee. Begin the day's activities with a short drive into town for a bit of sightseeing, learning about the town famous for one of Jamaica's national heroes and stopping for lunch at one of the town eateries. 
After lunch, enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the private beach located at your hotel.

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or villa/hotel serving Jamaican or Seafood Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost) A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 9 - St. Thomas - Kingston (Shopping) - 11:00 AM Departure
After breakfast, you will check-out of your villa/hotel and return to Kingston to prepare for your departure. After checking in at your Kingston hotel, for those who wish to do any last minute shopping, your driver and guide will provide a short 4-hour shopping tour at the local shopping center and craft market allowing you to get gifts and souvenirs for your return home. You will have also have a bit of time to have lunch at a local eatery or at the food court during your shopping tour. After you are done shopping, you will return to your hotel.

Guests have the option of dinner at a local Restaurant or Hotel serving Jamaican, Chinese or Greek Cuisine (Meals and Drinks at their own cost) A recommendation of local restaurants will be provided for each day.

Day 10 - Kingston - Airport Departure
Check out of your hotel and enjoy a comfortable drive to the Kingston Airport for your departure flight. Check-out and departure time from your hotel will be three(3) hours prior to the group's flight departure time e.g. for a flight departing at 1:00 PM, your transfer will depart from your hotel at 10:00 AM.

Inclusions

• 9 Nights/10 Days Accommodation at 2-3 star Villas and or Hotels
• Private Group Airport Transfers (Arrival and Return)
• Private Group Transportation for all Activities (Tours and Dinner)
• Well-appointed Private air-conditioned vehicles
• All Attraction and Tour Admission Fees
• 9 Days Breakfast 
• 8 Days Lunch (Day 2-9)
• English Speaking Guide
• Daily Complimentary Bottle of Water

• Airfare
• Some Meals and Drinks (Dinner - Approximate cost for daily meals is US$20.00 per person)

• Rates are based on a 9 Nights Stay Package
• For payment via cash deposit, call 1(876) 630-0664 for details
• All hotel rooms are based on double occupancy (2 persons in a room)
• Rates are subject to change without notice