Private Sapphire Beach and Island Drive

St Thomas

Tour Details

Take an island drive along the famous Skyline Drive road to catch harbor side views of the Charlotte Amalie Harbor and spend time soaking up the sun on Sapphire Beach when you book this private tour in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. Your scenic tour includes a private vehicle to transport you over the mountain top for a relaxing journey along Skyline Drive, where you'll get a chance to capture spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and neighboring islands like Water Island. Your tour also gives you the chance to spend 2.5 hours on the white sands of Sapphire Beach to enjoy soaking up the sun, relaxing with a refreshing beverage that you can buy at a nearby beach bar or enjoy water activities like snorkeling at an extra cost or swimming in the turquoise blue waters. With so many activities to enjoy and views of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, this private excursion is perfect for nature lovers and beach goers!

Hop in the private vehicle for a drive up the mountain along Skyline Drive to catch breathtaking views of the Caribbean, the Atlantic Ocean and beautiful harbor of Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas' largest city and capital. While on the route of this scenic island drive, you'll get to see neighboring islands, such as St. Croix and the remote Water Island, the smallest of the U.S. Virgin Islands that consists of nearly 500 acres of untouched beauty and lush landscapes.

Your scenic tour will take you to the iconic Sapphire Beach, a beautiful white sandy beach that's a windsurfer's cove thanks to its ideal weather conditions and turquoise blue waters. Spend 2.5 hours relaxing on the beach's white sands soaking up the sun. If you're looking for some action, there are countless water activities to enjoy, including snorkeling, jet skiing, or just simply swimming. Dine on tasty delights and quench your thirst with refreshing beverages at your own expense at the nearby grill and beach bars. Water activities, snorkeling gear or lounge chairs and umbrellas are not included in the tour price.

Wrap up your tour by returning to your pickup location to catch epic views of the American Yacht Harbor Marina and the Red Hook Ferry and area, and enjoy shopping in a lively square of restaurants and boutiques before heading back to your port.

If you're looking to enjoy the picturesque views of the Caribbean and the Atlantic Ocean and relax on a white sandy beach, then you won't want to miss out on this excursion. Book this relaxing private tour now for a memorable time in Charlotte Amalie!

Please Note: If your cruise leaves port at 2:00 p.m. or earlier, the portion of the tour at the beach will be cancelled. Shopping and sightseeing tours are the only options available. This tour is not recommended for guests whose ships leave port at 2:00 PM or earlier. There is an additional entrance fee (not included, about $7 US per person) to visit Magen's Bay Beach.

$116 per person

Duration: 4 hours
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Reference: Silversea Cruises, Silver Moon, Departing Sun, Mar 9, 2025

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More about this tour

Shore Excursion Size: Private

Shore Excursion Type: Beach

Shore Excursion Duration: 4

Shore Excursion Departs From: Cruise Ship Pier

Activity Level: Moderate

Food/Beverage Provided: Not Included

Recommended Dress: We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and light, comfortable clothing. Please wear your swimsuit under your clothes and take a towel and sunscreen.

Restrictions: Guests must be able to do a moderate amount of walking and be able to get in and out of the transportation. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.


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