Treasures of the Caribbean: Portland to Montego Bay

Lighthouses, lobsters and long stretches of beach are synonymous with Portland, Maine, but the city has much more to offer: Victorian architecture, craft breweries, a thriving arts scene and world-class cuisine. At this time of year, the east coast’s famous fall foliage is everywhere, so it will be impossible to miss the brilliant red, orange and yellow trees. A world of wonder awaits as you step on board Scenic Eclipse and raise your glass to toast the start of your luxurious cruise.

Please book your flight to arrive into Portland prior to 02:00 PM.

Wake up reinvigorated after a good night’s sleep on your signature Scenic Slumber Bed, having made the most of the pillow menu at your disposal the previous night. Begin your day stretching limbs in a Pilates class with your Wellness Coach, then indulge in a barista coffee brought to your suite by your butler, followed by breakfast in the Yacht Club.

Today, familiarise yourself with your ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht and make the most of the services and activities on board. You may decide to venture to the Yacht Club for lunch, or opt for Azure Bar & Café, where you can graze throughout the day. (B/L/D)

Indulge a little more in your Discovery Yacht’s facilities. Begin the day with a yoga class, followed by a soak in the heated vitality pool, the endless horizon your backdrop. Your active start to the day means you can reward yourself by calling on your butler to bring breakfast to your room. You could enjoy lunch here as well. Or make a date with your new friends this evening to try the finest French cuisine at Lumière, replete with a champagne bar.

During the afternoon, choose your favourite bar or lounge, making the most of the truly all-inclusive beverage menu*, including premium wines and spirits. Retire to the Scenic Bar & Lounge, order a cocktail or flute of French champagne, and let your cares drift away. Throughout the day, have fun at the lively trivia sessions in the Lounge and enjoy enrichment lectures in the theatre. (B/L/D)

Hamilton is the beating heart of Bermuda. Blending local flavour with global sophistication, experience the great harbour views and the energetic, cosmopolitan vibe. When the city of Hamilton was founded in 1788 by Sir Henry Hamilton, he wanted to create a central hub that is relatively close to all on the Island. This accounts for the motto, ‘Sparsa Collegit’, translation of which is ‘brought together the scattered’. Walk around the pastel-coloured façade.

Freechoice:

• Quintessential Island Drive: Join a local guide to explore the beautiful island of Bermuda. Marvel at the pink sand beaches and azure blue waters, drive over once of the smallest drawbridges ever constructed and visit the Royal Naval Dockyard. Your guide will share interesting information and anecdotes throughout your tour, before enjoying some time at leisure.
• Masterworks and Verdmont Museum: Explore and appreciate the essence of Bermuda. Spend time discovering Masterworks Museum of Art located in the lush 36-acre park of the Botanical Gardens. Discover a vibrant art community that celebrate the islands culture and beauty with a unique art collection. Join your curator for an in-depth guided tour of the facility and current art collection on display. Visit the Verdmont Museum, sitting high on a hill overlooking the South Shore. The Historic home features an extensive collection of antiques including Bermuda made Cedar furniture, portraits, English and Chinese porcelain China and a child’s nursery. Join a personalized tour of the property and see stunning vistas from the gardens.
• Hamilton Tram and Ocean Discovery Center: Board the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute colourful Tram and enjoy a guided tour of the city of Hamilton. Stop at Fort Hamilton for amazing views over the city. Enjoy the new Bermuda Triangle Exhibit, finally un-wrapping the mysteries of why it exists. View the Portholes of Discovery exhibit and explore Bermuda’s potential as a center for marine research.
• Famous Homes and Hideaways Cruise: Join a local Captain on the most informative and highly entertaining sightseeing cruise in Bermuda. This tour will give you a wealth of well researched historical facts as well as lots of humorous personal stories about the island. Cruise along the shoreline to view charming colonial homes, painted in pastel colours. Discover tranquil island hideaways only accessible by boat.

Learn more about the Island’s past and present, flora and fauna and wonderful marine life as you gently cruise Bermuda’s exquisite turquoise blue waters. (B/L/D)

Originally called New London, St. George’s is steeped in history. Mentioned in one of Shakespeare's famous plays “The Tempest”. Streets are still named after local people that used to reside in the area, including Aunt Peggy, a friendly slave known to keep watch on the town chatting to all who passed by. Wander through the narrow, charming lanes travelling back to the 17th century, interacting with the incredibly warm and welcoming locals.

Freechoice:

• Colonial St. George’s and Forts: See of the highlights of St. George, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the neighbouring St. David's area. Stop at the century's old Fort St. Catherine, which houses an outstanding collection of perfect replicas of Britain's dazzling Crown jewels. Drive past historical Carter House, believed to be the oldest dwelling in St. David's. Visit the Bermuda Perfumery, a 17th century Heritage Trust home with fascinating open wooden beam ceilings and old-world architecture.
• Heritage Walking Tour: Learn about the history of Bermuda’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town of St. George with a local tour guide. During the 60-minute walking tour, you’ll see some incredible centuries-old properties, including Tucker House, St. Peter’s Church and The Globe Hotel, and one of the oldest stone buildings in the New World, State House, built in 1620. Join your guide as she accounts important events while exploring the charm of our 400-year-old town.
• Crystal Caves and Tuckers Town Drive: Departing Scenic Eclipse, take a short drive through the Old Town to the Crystal Caves, an amazing natural grotto of stalactites and stalagmites. Named the Crystal Caves for the clear flowing deep lake and azure blue water, so clear that you can see the cave's floor 55 feet below the surface. Following your visit to the Caves, enjoy a wonderful overview of the exclusive residential area of Tuckers Town, a gated community that is home to the rich and famous. Real estate in this area begins at around $10 million dollars and culminates in Billionaires Row where homes of some of the world's wealthiest people.
• Coopers Island E-Bike Beach and Nature Reserve Adventure: Enjoy a carefree and immensely scenic ride on an electric bike from St. George’s to Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve, where you will be free to enjoy the beach at leisure. Once occupied by the U.S. military and later used as a NASA space tracking station, this serene 12-acre reserve is now protected public land that is extraordinarily beautiful.
• Harrington Sound Eco Cruise: Harrington Sound is very unique. It is a large inland body of water surrounded by the main island on all sides, only appearing open to the ocean via a small channel. Board a local boat and sit back and relax, enjoying all that Harrington Sound has to offer. Rich in biodiversity, surrounded by caves and cliffs and dotted with fascinating islands and coastal landmarks to enthral you with Bermuda’s beauty, culture, history and mystique.

Once back at the aquarium dock enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into what it takes to run the Bermuda Aquarium. (B/L/D)

Enjoy a morning at leisure as you continue to explore this amazing destination. Continue your journey at midday where you will have an evening at sea. After the activities and excursions of the previous two days, some relaxation may be just what you crave. Join your new friends for an afternoon of mingling and story swapping at the Azure Bar & Café. Graze all day if you wish as all-inclusive beverages and dining ensure you’ll find something that suits your taste perfectly. Our culinary team goes to the Nth Degree to ensure your cuisine is prepared to your tastes and dietary requirements.

Tonight's entertainment at the Theatre will give you another opportunity to appreciate the magical moments onboard Scenic Eclipse. Afterwards, retreat back to your ultra-luxury suite for dining in comfort, as well as a nightcap if requested, from our premium collection of wines, beers and spirits. (B/L/D)

Little luxuries in big places – it’s quite remarkable to have the privilege to explore such a wonderful part of the world in Scenic Eclipse style. There’s nothing quite as thrilling as sipping a glass of champagne when a whale glides by or be on your private balcony with a mug of coffee delivered hot by your butler, and binoculars while spotting migrating sea birds.

If you’re feeling inspired, you may have the chance to join a wine tasting in Epicure with your Discovery Yacht’s Head Sommelier or a cooking demonstration with the Executive Chef – check your Daily Wonder briefing. You can make the most of lively trivia sessions in the Lounge and Enrichment Lectures at the state-of-the-art theatre.

End your evening with a nightcap in the theatre, where your Discovery Yacht’s Cruise Directors host live vocals ranging from pop and opera to musical theatre. (B/L/D)

Choose to enjoy a lazy morning in a super-comfortable bed, watching the ocean drift by outside your window. Today might be the day you call upon your butler to bring you breakfast in-suite, perhaps enjoyed on your private patio in the sunshine.

When it comes time to venture out, wellness seminars on a range of fascinating subjects await in the spa or theatre, perhaps followed by a yoga or Pilates session in the dedicated studio before lunch.

Come lunchtime, meet new friends for a relaxed meal in the Yacht Club, where you can order dishes inspired by the destinations you’re visiting alongside classic comfort food. Or make your way to the Azure Bar & Cafe, your Discovery Yacht’s all-day-dining restaurant where you can choose your favourite dish from the a la carte menu. (B/L/D)

Beaches, sunshine and charm. Miami is one of the most visited cities in the world for a reason. Take in the glistening turquoise waters, the white sandy beaches lined with palm trees, the historic Art Deco architecture and the diverse people.

Freechoice:

• Best Of Miami By Land And Sea: Enjoy the best of both worlds as this tour encompasses all the highlights of Miami and Miami Beach on coach followed by a scenic cruise of Biscayne Bay, passing the homes and mansions of the rich and famous.
• South Beach & Art Deco District: Visit the very heart of glamorous, trend-setting South Beach, where you'll have hours to explore at your own pace.
• Everglades Airboat Adventure: Race through the Everglades on an airboat, the absolute most thrilling and enlightening way to observe this amazing ecosystem and its exceptional wildlife. (B/L/D)

An island paradise, Andros Island is virtual untouched. Vast and green, soak in the sunshine as you relax on shore. Take the opportunity to walk along the white sands and turquoise waters, or interact with some of the local community.

Discovery: Pending on the sea conditions, our tender may whisk you to the small marina for a very short walk to the beach. Alternatively, our onboard zodiacs will provide you with a convenient wet landing directly onto the beach. Choose to swim or snorkel in the turquoise lagoon from the marina. Take the opportunity to relax, sharing memories with your new friends. (B/L/D)

Nassau, capital of The Bahamas and a former stronghold for pirates, is the ultimate cruising destination. See the two sides of the city: an urban hub of music, coffee bars and Michelin-starred restaurants, and a well-preserved treasure of candy-coloured colonial buildings, glamorous settings for two James Bond films, and the former home of the Duke of Windsor, Governor of the Bahamas in the 1940s. (B/L/D)

Admire the beauty of the island that holds cultural, historical and environmental significance..

Discovery: Spend the day relaxing in this beautiful archipelago surrounded by clear water and coral reefs swarming with marine life, pristine sandy beaches and coconut palms. (B/L/D)

New England-style architecture and celebrity spotting sets apart Harbour Island. A five-minute zodiac ride away is the wilder, rugged beach haven of Eleuthera.

Discovery: Enjoy a day of relaxation, or choose to swim or kayak alongside sea turtles or the famous Bahamian swimming pigs. (B/L/D)

Dock in the delightful Clarence Town marina for a day of discovery on foot or by bike.

Discovery: Relax on one of Long Island’s white-sand beaches, or explore world’s deepest salt water blue hole with your Discovery Team. (B/L/D)

Providenciales, or Provo, is the hub of tourism in the Turks and Caicos chain. Grace Bay is a regular winner of world’s best beach but Long Bay, Sapodilla Bay, Blue Hills Beach, Pelican Beach and Taylor Bay are also worthy contenders.

Discovery: Enjoy the natural beauty of Grand Turk as you kayak to Madison point and explore the coast on foot. Take in the beauty and tranquility of nature as you paddle your 2-person glass bottom kayak through gentle, shallow waters surrounded by mangroves, exploring small coves and learning about the importance of mangroves. Alternatively, choose to swim, snorkel or stand-up paddleboard in the clear waters of the island’s pristine beaches. (B/L/D)

Inagua is home to 1000 Bahamians and 80,000 West Indian flamingos, who paint the sky pink when the flock takes flight.

Discovery: Your Discovery team will guide your exploration above and below the water. (B/L/D)

The southernmost island in The Bahamas, Great Inagua is home to Inagua National Park. Here, the bleach white salt fields contrast the forest green habitats which shelter over 140 species of native and migratory birds.

Discovery: Kayak or snorkel the clear waters, or discover the local bird life with your Discovery Team. (B/L/D)

Enjoy the slow pace of Port Antonio, with mountains on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other.

Freechoice: Learn about Port Antonio, a quaint seaside town rich in history, or amble down the Great River on a bamboo raft. Alternatively, discover the lush landscapes of Ocho Rios and explore Green Grotto Caves. (B/L/D)

Disembark after breakfast as you farewell the crew and take away memories of a truly unforgettable cruise.

Please book your flight to depart out of Montego Bay after 12:00 PM.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the voyage will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information. (B)