St Lucia Island Paradise
Join us on one of the most beautiful islands in the West Indies; lush forests, waterfalls, idyllic natural habours and white sand beaches, with an Anglo-French influence for good measure.
- Walks in the famous Gros Piton mountains
- Anglo-French atmosphere
- Magnificent rainforests and spectacular waterfalls
Detailed information
| 2009 Tour
Itinerary |
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Day 1: |
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Arrival and transfer to our hotel, the Bay
Gardens Inn (14 nights) set in Rodney Bay. |
Day 2: Spend a relaxing morning in the capital,
Castries as we adjust to the balmy Caribbean
weather taking in the lively market and Castries
Cathedral, one of the oldest and most beautiful in
the Caribbean.
Day 3: Take a trail in the heart of the island from
Millet past pineapple groves to the historic La
Sikwi sugar mill. The area is beautiful, cool and
refreshing and we can listen to the call of the
many birds along the trail.
Day 4: Walk the Descartier Trail, through lush
indigenous rainforest with lovely plant life
including orchids, lianas and heliconias. We visit
the tranquil Fond D’Or herb garden and later dine
at Stony Hill Villa, set in tropical gardens.
Day 5, 9, 11 & 13: At leisure to relax and choose
from a variety of island activities.
Day 6: Discover the northeast of the island, with
lovely sea views and a walk on the Grande Anse
Trail, off the beaten track and home to the elusive
iguana.
Day 7: Travel to Pigeon Island where a winding trail
through the island’s 17th and 18th century ruins
leads us to the village of Gros Islet.
Day 8: Explore the Grande Bois rainforest trail, to
see abundant tropical birdlife including the elusive
St Lucian parrot. This evening visit the Friday night
street party.
Day 10: Head for the east coast and take a coastal
track past sculptured rock cut platforms, stacks and
arches with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Visit the historical Gardens of Madam de Micoud,
with its abundance of orchids, birds and butterflies.
Day 12: A boat trip to Soufriere takes us to our
morning walk to the En Bas Sault waterfalls. This
afternoon we take our most strenuous walk on the
iconic peak of Gros Piton.
Day 14: A gentle walk through the Toussaint Estate
with a visit to the creole heritage village of
Fond Latisab. Farewell dinner at the seafront
Coalpot Restaurant.
Day 15: flight home.
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| About
the walks |
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Easy and moderate walks with some rougher terrain underfoot on forested paths.
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Guided Walks:
Walks are on marked paths, some through dense rainforest, with distances up to
9 miles on frequently undulating terrain; greatest ascent is 1,900ft on day 12. |
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| Dates
and prices |
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| 14 November 2008 (14nts) |
£2,149 |
£1,525 |
| 16 January 2009 (14nts) |
£2,195 |
£1,749 |
| 13 February 2009 (14nts) |
£2,195 |
£1,749 |
| 16 October 2009 (14nts) |
£2,195 |
£1,749 |
| 13 November 2009 (14nts) |
£2,195 |
£1,749 |
Single room supplement: 2008 holidays £364, 2009 holidays £370.
# Land itineraries finish on day 15. Independent travellers who book the no flight option can join the HF Holidays' airport transfers for £20 per person return.
Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Lounges: To book airport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
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| Temperatures |
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Year round temperatures are between 25ºC and 30 ºC but trade winds provide a refreshing breeze. Humidity can be high.
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| Accommodation |
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Bay Gardens Inn is a small, intimate hotel set in a tranquil garden-style atmosphere in the heart of Rodney Bay in the north-west of the island within easy reach of Reduit Beach. All rooms feature a terrace or balcony and the hotel facilities include a secluded pool, patio, cocktail bar and beauty salon.
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| Flight information |
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Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 25.09.2008 (provisional)
Virgin Atlantic
Gatwick - St Lucia
Out 09:25 (Fri) - 14:10 (Fri)
Return 17:25 (Fri) - 05:30 (Sat)
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| What
the holiday includes |
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- Return economy class air travel UK / St Lucia on scheduled airlines, with appropriate
in-flight meals.
- 14 nights' accommodation in twin-bedded en-suite rooms.
- Half Board from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on
day 15 plus three lunches.
- Services of knowledgable local guide, tour hostess and HF Holidays' leader.
- Walks, sightseeing and entrance fees for the itinerary as described.
- Travel by air-conditioned coach.
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