Basseterre, St Kitts
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Basseterre today retains much of the elegant Georgian character of Nelson’s days.
Established by France during the early 17th century, Basseterre became part of the British Empire following the Napoleonic War, while keeping its French name. Today, it retains much of its Georgian architecture, including the domed Treasury Building on the waterfront, through which every commodity (especially sugar) used to leave St. Kitts.
In the middle of town is the Circus, a roundabout built in the 19th century. In the centre is the green and bronze Berkeley Memorial Clock, a cast-iron tower with four clock faces. St. George’s Anglican Church was originally built by the French – who called it Notre Dame – but it was destroyed several times before being rebuilt in its present form in 1869. Independence Square was created in the late 18th century: it was where council meetings – and slave auctions – were held. It was named in 1983 to mark the creation of the independent Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis.
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE CARIBBEAN
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Please note that the tour transport used in the Caribbean normally consists of coasters (similar to small mini buses), which do not have suitable storage space to accommodate wheelchairs, therefore unfortunately our tours are not considered suitable for wheelchair users.
- TOUR EXC - FAIRVIEW GREAT HOUSE & AFTERNOON TEA
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What better way to spend an afternoon in the Caribbean than by enjoying afternoon tea at a charming traditional West Indian Great House, surrounded by a tropical botanical garden!
- TOUR A - SCENIC RAILWAY
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The St Kitts Scenic Railway has only been in operation since January 2003, but has already seen many visitors pass through her carriages. This exciting tour will take us on a complete circle around the entire island, by a combination of 18 miles of rail and 12 miles of road.
- TOUR H - SAFARI ISLAND DRIVE
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Departing the quayside in our open-sided safari vehicles, we will be invited to enjoy the beauty of this scenic Caribbean Island.
- TOUR B - ESSENTIAL ST KITTS
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Our scenic tour includes visits to three impressive sights in St Kitts – Brimstone Hill Fortress, Romney Manor Gardens and Fairview Great House.
- TOUR C - CATAMARAN FANTA-SEA
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Aboard our catamaran we cruise along a truly scenic coastline, with mountains and secluded beaches to one side and the open Caribbean Sea to the other, where gentle trade winds help carry us along.
- TOUR F - BOTANICAL GARDENS OF NEVIS
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From St Kitts it is an approximate 35-45 minute ride by sea taxi along the coastline of the southeastern peninsula, to the Sister Island of Nevis – known as the ‘Queen of the Caribbean’.
- TOUR I - QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE
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Following an introduction and safety briefing, we will then be ready to mount our quad bikes for an exhilarating ride!
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