Highlights
- Tour Nassau’s landmarks and highlights, including a visit to the Atlantis Resort
- Huff up the Queen Victoria staircase for spectacular photo ops and visit the Bahamas Rum Cake Factory
- Visit the famous Atlantis resort, the Graycliff Chocolate Factory and John Watling’s Distillery
- Stop at Arawak Cay and Junkanoo Beach, two spots that are popular with the locals, as well as the Pirate Museum
- Enjoy historical and cultural commentary from your local guide
Price details
Adults : (11 + Yrs.) $145.00
Children : (4 + 10 Yrs.) $90.00
lnfant : 1-3 = $0.00
Overview
When your cruise ship docks, tour Nassau’s landmarks and highlights, including a visit to the Atlantis Resort aboard a comfortable, full-sized van. During this 3.5-hour sightseeing tour, huff up the Queen Victoria staircase for spectacular photo ops and visit the Bahamas Rum Cake Factory. Visit the famous Atlantis resort, the Graycliff Chocolate Factory and John Watling’s Distillery. Stop at Arawak Cay and Junkanoo Beach, two spots that are popular with the locals, as well as the Pirate Museum. Along the way, enjoy historical and cultural commentary from your local guide. Round-trip transportation from the Nassau port or is included.
What you can Expect
Begin the tour with driving through the historic city of Nassau with the first stop (approximately 15 minutes) at the Bahamas Rum Cake Factory. The factory produces several scrumptious flavors of rum cake like, pina colada, banana and chocolate. Free samples available at this stop.
Next, head across the 65-foot bridge that connects Nassau to Paradise Island drive by the beautiful Cloisters and take memorable photos of the lovely marble statute Silence. This monastery was built in the 12th to 13th century in Montrejau France by the Augustinian Order and was rebuilt in 1968 by J. J. Castremanne for Huntington Hartford.
The Queen’s Staircase will be the next stop! Carved out of solid limestone in the late 18th century, this 102-foot staircase is a must-see attraction. Climb the 65 steps to the top of Bennet’s Hill the highest point in Nassau and access Fort Fincastle built in 1793 by Lord Dunmore. Guests not able to climb the staircase can stay on board and be driven to the top. At the top you will find a mini market with authentic handmade goods at bargain prices. This is a 30 minutes stop. Ready for a sweet treat? you will stop at the Graycliff Chocolate Factory for about 20 minutes to see how this famous chocolate is made and sample some of the 17 different flavors.
The John Watlings Distillery, a local producer of rum where you’II have a chance to sample. Next visit Junkanoo Beach to take photos of the beautiful crystal clear waters this is a 20-minute stop.
The last stop of the tour will be at the Pirates Museum this interactive pirate attraction in the heart of downtown Nassau transports you to the year 1716 where pirates ruled the Caribbean.
Important Information
Departure Point
Departs from the Nassau cruise ship terminal
Departure Time
10:00 AM – 01:00 PM
Return Details
Returns to the original departure point.
Inclusions
- Port pick-up and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned full-size van
- Live commentary on board
- Food and beverage samples
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Hotel drop-off
- Local taxes
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- A moderate amount of walking is involved
- Not recommended for participants with back problems
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Complimentary hotel and Port pickup is available. A 24 hour notice is required for pickup service for all hotel customers.
Cruise ship customers can walk-through the Festival Place Building Pass Hair Braiding Center exit out of the port gate. Cross the street onto the sidewalk to the left in front of the pink and white former tourist information building then walk down to the water fountain. All staff members wear orange shirt will be holding a sign that read ( Tyrone Wilson’s Nassau shore excursions. ) TOUR BEGINS AT 9:30am AND 1 p.m. Private tours and walk-in are welcome.