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Barbados -  A Taste of the Caribbean 

Relax and soak up the unique mix of tropical beaches, gentle walks and vibrant culture that makes any stay on Barbados an unforgettable experience.               

Dates:  Feb 03 - 10 nights   Mar 24 - 10 nights   Apr 14 - 10 nights  Oct 27 - 10 nights      Nov 10 - 10 nights                                                                                                           

2009 Prices:  1,189.00 GBP  ( High season ) See brochure for all prices.                        Prices are per person for 10 nights based on double occupancy without airfare.                Supplement for a single room  280.00 GBP     

Guided Walks:  Walks are generally 1-5 miles with only short sections of ascent.  Extensions to some walks may be possible.

  
Hotels:  THE PEACH AND QUIET HOTEL is our base for 10 nights.  This is a comfortable hotel with excellent cuisine and good facilities including a swimming pool and unique sea pool (snorkels available to borrow). Evenings offer opportunities to listen to local experts, dance to a steel orchestra or try stargazing. Included: 10 nights' accommodation in twin-bedded, en-suite rooms.  All meals from dinner on arrival to lunch on departure. Services of local guides. Walks, sightseeing, entrance fees and travel by coach or minibus.
Itinerary:
 
Day 1: Arrive Barbados
Arrival in Bridgetown, transfer to the Peach and Quiet hotel and dinner on the terrace.
Day 2: Pre-European Barbados
An early morning walk follows the coastline from Salt Cave Cove visiting Chancery Lane archeological ruins and swamp lands, an important site for migratory birds.

Day 3: Holetown
Walk and swim on the beach at Holetown, where the English first came ashore, and then continue to Little Bristol, so named because of the links with its early trading partner.

Day 4: Farley Hill National Park and Morgan Lewis Windmill
Explore the beautiful woodland of Farley Hill National Park and St Nicholas Abbey. Later we descend Cherry Hill, with its spectacular views, to the Morgan Lewis sugar windmill, the last operational example on the island.

Day 5: Drax Hall
Discover the history of slavery on Barbados' Drax Hall sugar cane plantation and then enjoy a beautiful coastal walk.

Day 6: Bridgetown
Visit the vibrant capital city of Bridgetown with options to swim or snorkel at the beach or visit the historic Garrison site.

Day 7: Free day
Free day - possible activities include walking, yoga, a submarine trip, shopping or simply relaxing at the hotel.

Day 8: Andromeda Tropical Gardens
After visiting the spectacular Andromeda Gardens with its amazing collection of plants, we follow the old railway line from Bathsheba to Martin's Bay and on to the shimmering beach of Bath.

Day 9: Turner's Hall Woods and Mount Hillaby
Wander through Turner's Hall rainforest the original woodlands that greeted the first British settlers, before walking to Mount Hillaby, the highest point on the island, for superb panoramic views.

Day 10: Harrison Cave and Welchman Hall Gully
Walk in Flower Forest following trails to Welchman Hall Gully and through the huge Harrison Cave.

Day 11: Bridgetown Museum and the Waterfront Café
Time for a visit to the Bridgetown Museum and lunch in a waterfront cafe. 

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