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Caribbean Island Hopper: Guadeloupe to Saint Lucia: 6-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 6-day version for February: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight.

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6
days
310 km
distance
24.5 h
in transit
21
curated stops

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Day 1 Basse-Terre → Roseau

3 curated stops
Transit
6h14
Finish
~17:50
Temperature
24.6°C–26.3°C 💨
Rainy days
~6
Daylight
11.5h
Travel connectionsIndicative times · check before travel

Transport is not booked. Confirm departures, local transfers and vehicle pickup before travel.

  1. 10:55–11:15
    Transfer
    Basse-Terre
    Collect the separately arranged Guadeloupe vehicle used only to reach Pointe-à-Pitre.
    Planning allowance: 20 min
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  2. 11:15–12:37
    Road estimate
    Basse-Terre → Pointe-à-Pitre ferry terminalCheck source
  3. 12:37–12:57
    Transfer
    Pointe-à-Pitre ferry terminal
    Return the Guadeloupe vehicle and continue to international check-in on foot.
    Planning allowance: 20 min
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  4. 12:57–16:30
    Transport service
    Pointe-à-Pitre ferry terminal → Roseau ferry terminal
    FRS Express des Îles international passenger ferry; early and late departures vary by weekday, so verify the selected sailing
    Departs 14:00 · At the gate by 13:15
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  5. 16:30–16:45
    Transfer
    Roseau ferry terminal → Roseau
    Complete arrival formalities and continue into central Roseau on foot.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
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09:00
La Soufrière volcano read more
Stand beneath the highest peak in the Lesser Antilles, offering panoramic island views.
50 min · Basse-Terre
10:05
Basse-Terre city read more
Explore colonial architecture and the grand 19th-century Cathedral of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul.
50 min · Basse-Terre
17:00
Dominica Museum dominicaart.com read more map ↗
Discover Dominica's natural and ancient history through artifacts and local art in this compact museum.
50 min · Roseau · $3
Overnight: Roseau
e.g. Fort Young Hotel · Garraway Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 2 Around Roseau

4 curated stops
Transit
0h30
Finish
~14:40
Temperature
24.6°C–26.3°C 💨
Rainy days
~6
Daylight
11.5h
09:00
Botanical Gardens read more map ↗
Stroll landscaped paths among labelled tropical trees with panoramic city and sea views.
50 min · Roseau · Free
10:00
Roseau Cathedral read more map ↗
Marvel at the elegant black stone Gothic cathedral towering over the city.
50 min · Roseau
11:05
Emerald Pool search
Cool off in a serene waterfall pool nestled in mountain forests just outside the city.
90 min · Roseau
12:50
French Quarter search
Wander streets lined with wooden buildings and balconies showcasing Caribbean vernacular architecture.
50 min · Roseau
13:40
Fusion Village fusionvillagerestaurant.com
Dine on international cuisine with a Creole twist in a colorful cottage and well-stocked bar.
60 min · Roseau
open: 11:00-23:00
Overnight here
e.g. Fort Young Hotel · Garraway Hotel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 3 Fort-de-France

2 curated stops
Transit
10h21
Finish
~21:05
Temperature
25.4°C–26.8°C 💨
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
11.5h
Travel connectionsIndicative times · check before travel

Transport is not booked. Confirm departures, local transfers and vehicle pickup before travel.

  1. 09:00–09:15
    Transfer
    Roseau → Roseau ferry terminal
    Reach Roseau ferry terminal on foot after returning any Dominica rental.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
    Check source
  2. 09:15–19:00
    Transport service
    Roseau ferry terminal → Fort-de-France ferry terminal
    FRS Express des Îles international passenger ferry; early and late departures vary by weekday, so verify the selected sailing
    Departs 16:45 · At the gate by 14:45
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  3. 19:00–19:15
    Transfer
    Fort-de-France ferry terminal → Fort-de-France
    Complete arrival formalities and continue into Fort-de-France on foot.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
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19:15
Schoelcher Library read more map ↗
Admire one of town's finest colonial buildings next to Place de la savane.
50 min · Fort-de-France
20:15
Fort Saint-Louis search map ↗
Tour this historic harbor fortress turned naval base and museum from the reign of Louis XIII.
50 min · Fort-de-France
Overnight here
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 4 Around Fort-de-France

4 curated stops
Transit
0h36
Finish
~14:45
Temperature
25.4°C–26.8°C 💨
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
11.5h
09:00
St. Louis Cathedral martinique.catholique.fr read more map ↗
Visit the reconstructed 1890 cathedral that replaced earlier versions damaged by fires and quakes.
50 min · Fort-de-France
10:05
Cascade Absalon search
Cool waterfall drops into a clear pool where you can swim.
50 min · Fort-de-France
11:10
Hike to Cascade Didier search
A hidden tunnel leads to a charming 6-meter waterfall.
90 min · Fort-de-France
12:55
Le grand marché search
Browse covered stalls in this vibrant market filled with local goods and colors.
50 min · Fort-de-France
13:45
Babaorum facebook.com
Garden bar with outdoor seating and indoor dining options.
60 min · Fort-de-France
open: Lunch and dinner Monday to Friday, dinner only on Saturdays
Overnight here
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 5 Around Fort-de-France

3 curated stops
Transit
0h24
Finish
~13:00
Temperature
25.4°C–26.8°C 💨
Rainy days
~7
Daylight
11.5h
09:00
Dillon distillery search
Learn rum-making history in this small museum set in a former distillery.
50 min · Fort-de-France
10:05
Sacré-Coeur de Balata search
See a Montmartre Church replica perched on a cliff surrounded by tropical forest.
50 min · Fort-de-France
11:10
Jardin de Balata search
Discover over 200 plant species in this lush botanical garden.
50 min · Fort-de-France
12:00
La Réserve search
Delightful vegan dishes packed with bold flavors and textures.
60 min · Fort-de-France
open: M-F 12:00-15:00
Overnight here
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 6 Castries

2 curated stops
Transit
6h24
Finish
~17:35
Temperature
25.5°C–26.9°C 💨
Rainy days
~6
Daylight
11.5h
Travel connectionsIndicative times · check before travel

Transport is not booked. Confirm departures, local transfers and vehicle pickup before travel.

  1. 09:00–09:15
    Transfer
    Fort-de-France → Fort-de-France ferry terminal
    Reach the inter-island terminal on foot after returning any Martinique rental.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
    Check source
  2. 09:15–14:45
    Transport service
    Fort-de-France ferry terminal → Castries ferry terminal
    FRS Express des Îles international passenger ferry; early and late departures vary by weekday, so verify the selected sailing
    Departs 13:15 · At the gate by 11:45
    Check source
  3. 14:45–15:00
    Transfer
    Castries ferry terminal → Castries
    Complete arrival formalities and continue into central Castries on foot.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
    Check source
15:00
Saint Lucia search map ↗
90 min · Castries
16:45
La Toc Battery search
Explore stone walls and underground passages at this historic fort.
50 min · Castries

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