US Virgin Islands Relax: 5 Days St Thomas & St John Beach Escape

Tour Overview

Itinerary Highlights

Day 1: Arrive St Thomas — Magens Bay Sunset

Arrive in St Thomas. Transfer to Beachfront resort. Afternoon at Magens Bay, consistently rated as one of the world’s most beautiful beaches. The heart-shaped bay stretches for a mile of white sand and calm, crystal-clear water perfect for swimming. Sunset dinner at a waterfront restaurant. Overnight in St Thomas.

Day 2: St John Full Day — North Shore Beaches

Morning ferry to St John. The North Shore Road winds through Virgin Islands National Park, revealing one spectacular beach after another: Hawksnest, Jumbie, Trunk Bay (with its underwater snorkel trail), Cinnamon Bay, and Maho Bay. Each beach has its own character — visit at least three. Picnic lunch at Cinnamon Bay. Afternoon: snorkel the reefs at Maho Bay, known for frequent sea turtle sightings. Return to St Thomas. Overnight in St Thomas.

Day 3: Water Activities — Sailing & Snorkel

Full-day catamaran sail around St Thomas and surrounding cays. First stop: Christmas Cove, a protected anchorage off Great St James Island, known for its floating pizza boat — yes, you can order pizza delivered to your boat! Second stop: snorkel at Turtle Cove where green sea turtles are almost guaranteed. Third stop: relax at a secluded beach only accessible by boat. Open bar and lunch served on board. Evening: free time in Red Hook. Overnight in St Thomas.

Day 4: Hassel Island & Kayaking — Hidden History

Morning visit to Hassel Island, accessible by water taxi from Frenchtown. Explore the ruins of British and Danish military fortifications — Fort Willoughby, Shipley’s Battery, and the Creque Marine Railway (the oldest surviving marine railway in the Western Hemisphere). Afternoon: kayak tour through the mangroves of Cas Cay Wildlife Sanctuary. Evening farewell dinner featuring fresh Caribbean lobster. Overnight in St Thomas.

Day 5: Departure

Morning beach time. Transfer to airport.

Inclusions

• 4 nights beachfront resort (St Thomas)
• Daily breakfast
• Full-day catamaran sail with lunch + open bar
• St John day trip + ferry
• Hassel Island guided history tour
• Kayak mangrove tour
• Airport transfers

What’s Not Included

• Entrance fees to attractions
• Tour Guide
• Meal (lunch and dinner)
• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses