Nature in Guiana and the Caribbean From Cayenne to Fort-de-France

Day 1: Cayenne

Departure at 23:00

Around the palmists place, a favourite place for strolling, the remains of the island's colonial past are what makes Cayenne (capital of French Guiana) so charming. The market is bursting with colourful produce, reflecting the colours of the Creole houses. Boat docked in the industrial port area, 14 km from the centre of Cayenne, no water sports. Boarding and disembarkation port of call.

Day 2: Salvation's Islands

Arrival at 07:00 Departure at 14:00

Nature is reasserting itself and covering the traces of the archipelago's notorious past as a brutal penal colony, with lush tropical vegetation. Now timeless and redeemed, the three little islands studded with coconut palms have a more heavenly feel. Boat at anchor, dive locker closed, no direct access to the beach.

Day 3: Paramaribo

Arrival at 09:00 Departure at 20:00

Suriname, and its capital Paramaribo, is a champion of biodiversity, set in tropical rainforest. The magnificent architecture of the old town centre of this former Dutch town, with its wooden buildings and houses dating from the colonial era of the 17th and 18th centuries, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Boat at dock, nautical hall closed.

Day 4: Sailing on the open sea

A restorative day at sea. Choose from the range of inviting possibilities on our remarkable sailing ship. Lounge on chaise longues, cool off in one of our two swimming pools, work out with a sea view in our Espace Fitness, find instant calm at the spa and enjoy the attentive company of our G.O® team and crew members.

Day 5: Tobago

Arrival at 12:00 Departure at 18:00

Along with Trinidad, the island forms part of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. The port city of Scarborough in Rockly Bay is the island's capital. It is overlooked by the small Fort King George and was founded by the Dutch in 1667. Boat docked, dive locker closed, no direct access to the beach.

Day 6: Grenade

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

This small island territory is home to fragrant nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla. A succession of colonial influences has left a fascinating heritage of architectural curiosities. Ship at anchor, no water sports, no direct access to a beach.

Day 7: Mayreau

Arrival at 07:00 Departure at 18:00

The smallest of the Grenadine Islands has just one little village, surrounded by idyllic beaches with the finest sand, crystal clear waters and multicoloured tropical fish. Ship at anchor, water sports available (no water skiing), beach. Private beach for the Caribbean Beach Club.

Day 8: Bequia

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

The largest of the Grenadine islands boasts a surface area of 18 sq kms, and a major role in the history of whaling. Its winding roads reveal stunning views of the surrounding islands and tropical forest. Ship at anchor, water sports available (no water skiing), beach.

Day 9: Barbados

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

The Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea make for a fascinating contrast on this small coral island: Its wild, green northern face contrasts with the azure blue waters of the south and their specific fauna and flora. Ship docked, no water sports and no direct access to a beach.

Day 10: Fort-de-France

Arrival at 07:00

The largest of the French West Indian towns blends cosmopolitan style and local colour, with its urban lifestyle, colourful markets, metal architecture and charming old houses. Stopover for boarding and disembarking. Ship docked in port.