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Eastern Caribbean Arc via Saint Thomas & Philipsburg

Saint Thomas · Philipsburg · Antigua · Castries

Port-heavy Eastern Caribbean itinerary. Covers Virgin Islands, U.S., Sint Maarten (Dutch part), Antigua and Barbuda, and Saint Lucia.

5 nights San Juan Eastern Caribbean 4 ports 1 sea day
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What this trip feels like

Active, varied and destination-focused

With 4 ports across 5 nights, this trip keeps the focus on time ashore. Expect more destination variety and a busier rhythm, with the ship serving as the link between port days.

Port-forward pace

4 ports in 5 nights

Most days put a destination at the center of the plan.

Broad destination variety

Saint Thomas · Philipsburg · Antigua + more

Frequent changes of scenery across the itinerary.

Route logistics

Sails from San Juan

Check the exact departure and arrival ports before arranging flights.

Port experience

Saint Thomas · Pick your date carefully

Cruise traffic varies substantially by date, so your specific port day can feel very different depending on when you visit.

Best for · Destination-led trips · Active days ashore · Travelers who prefer variety

Think twice if · You want long, uninterrupted stretches of time onboard

Best departures

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Best overall value
Princess Cruises

Emerald Princess

San Juan → Saint Thomas → Castries → Bridgetown

Nov 21 · 5 nights

$712 oceanview · $142/night

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Itinerary pricing

What this itinerary usually costs

Typical pricing runs around $134/night, with most departures landing in the $97-$150/night band across 1 tracked sailing.

Typical price

$134/night

$671 total

Normal range

$97-$150/night

$483-$751 total

Lowest recent fare

$142/night

$712 total

Comparison set

1 sailings

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When should I go?

Not enough departures yet to identify a reliable cheaper season.

Route overview

How this route is built

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5 nights · 4 port calls · 1 sea days · 4 countries

4 port calls across Virgin Islands, U.S., Sint Maarten (Dutch part), Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Lucia · More port-intensive than many 5-night alternatives.

  1. 1

    Embark in San Juan

    Embarkation ports can vary by sailing

  2. 2

    Saint Thomas

    Virgin Islands, U.S. · Eastern Caribbean

  3. 3

    Philipsburg

    Sint Maarten (Dutch part) · Eastern Caribbean

  4. 4

    Antigua

    Antigua and Barbuda · Eastern Caribbean

  5. 5

    Castries

    Saint Lucia · Southern Caribbean

  6. 6

    Disembark in Bridgetown

    Disembarkation ports can vary by sailing

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FAQ

What’s the best month to sail this itinerary?
It depends on weather and crowd levels. Use the sailing list to compare dates and prioritize port days with comfortable conditions.
Are these sailings all the same route?
They can be close but not identical. Look for differences in port order, arrival times, and sea day placement.
How should I choose between two similar sailings?
Compare: (1) ship, (2) port day timing, (3) number of sea days, (4) price vs cabin value, and (5) flight convenience.