MSC Seaside Cruise in the East Caribbean
About this cruise
Embark on an 8-day cruise in the East Caribbean, departing from Fort-de-France on the MSC Seaside ship. You`ll have the chance to visit Martinique, Guadeloupe, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Dominica during your trip.
Day 2: Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Pointe-à-Pitre, the capital of the French Antilles island of Guadeloupe, is a colorful port and trading city surrounded by long, white sandy beaches. The city offers a variety of charming buildings, including the Place de la Victoire, the Schoelcher Museum, and the St. John`s Perse Museum in former colonial-style mansions. The vibrant market and numerous shops and boutiques on Rue Frebault, Rue de Nozière, and Rue Schoelcher invite you to take a stroll.
Day 3: Basseterre (St. Kitts), St. Kitts and Nevis. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Basseterre is a port city on the Antilles island of "Saint Kitts" and the capital of the islands of "Saint Kitts" and "Nevis". The city is home to 12,600 inhabitants who primarily make a living from the textile industry. The deep-sea port was recently completed. The architecture of the city is influenced by the British and French colonial era, especially at "Independence Square". The main attractions include "The Circus", "Independence Square", and the church "St. George". The Craft House is also interesting. Near the capital, one should allow enough time to explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Black Rock. The Caribelle Batik Factory is also worth a visit. The monkey research center, Frigate Bay Development, the Southeast Peninsula, and the Mount Liamuiga crater are other interesting excursion destinations.
Day 4: Philipsburg, St. Martin. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Sint Maarten, with its capital Philipsburg, is the smaller Dutch part of the enchanting Caribbean island that the Netherlands and France have peacefully shared since 1648. The Dutch part of the island is among the most popular shopping and vacation destinations in the Caribbean. In Philipsburg alone, there are over 500 shops in the pastel-colored Dutch style, where luxury goods can be purchased at up to 50% below the regular retail price. The best way to experience genuine Caribbean flair is at the Saturday market in the capital. Attractions: Zoo, Philipsburg Museum, Fortress in the Great Bay Harbor, Casino, beaches.
Day 5: St. John`s (Antigua), Antigua and Barbuda. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. St. John`s is the capital and only deep-water port of the mini-state of Antigua and Barbuda in the northeastern Caribbean. Clear water and hundreds of beaches with fine sand surround the city. Since you can shop duty-free on the island, you will find a variety of fashion boutiques, electronics stores, and jewelers directly at Heritage Quay, close to the port. Traditional crafts, straw dolls, masks, and exotic colorful fashion can be found in the former slave quarters. The building of the former British colonial court now houses the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda, with exhibits from the colonial era and the slave trade. The St. John`s Cathedral with two Georgian bell towers sits on a hill overlooking the city. Sugar cane is mainly cultivated in the plantations in the surrounding area. Disembarkation after breakfast between 8:00 and 9:30 am.
Day 6: Roseau, Dominica. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Roseau is the capital and economic and cultural center of the island of Dominica, which belongs to the Lesser Antilles. Located directly at the harbor is the Market House from 1810 and the lovingly restored Old Market, where souvenirs are sold today. Particularly worth seeing are the Anglican Church, the State House, once the seat of the governor, and the new parliament building from 1811. The Methodist Church, the Botanical Garden, and the Roman Catholic Cathedral are also worth a visit. From the Morne Bruce hill, which used to be an ideal defense post, one has a wonderful view over the capital and the bay. Dominica`s trademark are extinct volcanoes, vast tropical forests with hot sulfur springs, waterfalls, and dark blue lakes.
Day 7: Sea day.
Day 8: Fort-de-France, Martinique. Arrival time: 07:00. The capital of the French island Martinique is known not only for its harbor, but also as the economic center of the island. The city is characterized by narrow, bustling streets and colorful markets. Attractions: City library, "Savannah Gardens", War Memorial, "Empress Josephine Memorial", "Saint-Louis Cathedral".
Cabin Prices
The cruise price at the top of the page (1.135€) is listed for the accommodation of one person in a double cabin. To get the total cabin cost, multiply this price by two. All subsequent prices are listed for the entire cabin and do not require additional multiplication.
All prices presented on this website are approximate and do not constitute a public offer. For precise price information, please contact the service provider.
Double Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 30/12/2023 - 06/01/2024 | 2.270€ | 2.530€ | 2.790€ | 3.850€ |
Cruise Route
Day 1: Fort-de-France, Martinique. Departure time: 23:00. The capital of the French island Martinique is known not only for its harbor, but also as the economic center of the island. The city is characterized by narrow, bustling streets and colorful markets. Attractions: City library, "Savannah Gardens", War Memorial, "Empress Josephine Memorial", "Saint-Louis Cathedral".Day 2: Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Pointe-à-Pitre, the capital of the French Antilles island of Guadeloupe, is a colorful port and trading city surrounded by long, white sandy beaches. The city offers a variety of charming buildings, including the Place de la Victoire, the Schoelcher Museum, and the St. John`s Perse Museum in former colonial-style mansions. The vibrant market and numerous shops and boutiques on Rue Frebault, Rue de Nozière, and Rue Schoelcher invite you to take a stroll.
Day 3: Basseterre (St. Kitts), St. Kitts and Nevis. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Basseterre is a port city on the Antilles island of "Saint Kitts" and the capital of the islands of "Saint Kitts" and "Nevis". The city is home to 12,600 inhabitants who primarily make a living from the textile industry. The deep-sea port was recently completed. The architecture of the city is influenced by the British and French colonial era, especially at "Independence Square". The main attractions include "The Circus", "Independence Square", and the church "St. George". The Craft House is also interesting. Near the capital, one should allow enough time to explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Black Rock. The Caribelle Batik Factory is also worth a visit. The monkey research center, Frigate Bay Development, the Southeast Peninsula, and the Mount Liamuiga crater are other interesting excursion destinations.
Day 4: Philipsburg, St. Martin. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Sint Maarten, with its capital Philipsburg, is the smaller Dutch part of the enchanting Caribbean island that the Netherlands and France have peacefully shared since 1648. The Dutch part of the island is among the most popular shopping and vacation destinations in the Caribbean. In Philipsburg alone, there are over 500 shops in the pastel-colored Dutch style, where luxury goods can be purchased at up to 50% below the regular retail price. The best way to experience genuine Caribbean flair is at the Saturday market in the capital. Attractions: Zoo, Philipsburg Museum, Fortress in the Great Bay Harbor, Casino, beaches.
Day 5: St. John`s (Antigua), Antigua and Barbuda. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. St. John`s is the capital and only deep-water port of the mini-state of Antigua and Barbuda in the northeastern Caribbean. Clear water and hundreds of beaches with fine sand surround the city. Since you can shop duty-free on the island, you will find a variety of fashion boutiques, electronics stores, and jewelers directly at Heritage Quay, close to the port. Traditional crafts, straw dolls, masks, and exotic colorful fashion can be found in the former slave quarters. The building of the former British colonial court now houses the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda, with exhibits from the colonial era and the slave trade. The St. John`s Cathedral with two Georgian bell towers sits on a hill overlooking the city. Sugar cane is mainly cultivated in the plantations in the surrounding area. Disembarkation after breakfast between 8:00 and 9:30 am.
Day 6: Roseau, Dominica. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. Roseau is the capital and economic and cultural center of the island of Dominica, which belongs to the Lesser Antilles. Located directly at the harbor is the Market House from 1810 and the lovingly restored Old Market, where souvenirs are sold today. Particularly worth seeing are the Anglican Church, the State House, once the seat of the governor, and the new parliament building from 1811. The Methodist Church, the Botanical Garden, and the Roman Catholic Cathedral are also worth a visit. From the Morne Bruce hill, which used to be an ideal defense post, one has a wonderful view over the capital and the bay. Dominica`s trademark are extinct volcanoes, vast tropical forests with hot sulfur springs, waterfalls, and dark blue lakes.
Day 7: Sea day.
Day 8: Fort-de-France, Martinique. Arrival time: 07:00. The capital of the French island Martinique is known not only for its harbor, but also as the economic center of the island. The city is characterized by narrow, bustling streets and colorful markets. Attractions: City library, "Savannah Gardens", War Memorial, "Empress Josephine Memorial", "Saint-Louis Cathedral".