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- 8-day trip
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Jamaica holiday | Luxury holiday in paradise-like Jamaica
Welcome to the dreamy island of Jamaica, a Caribbean paradise characterised by lush rainforests, endless white-sand beaches and hospitable locals. This luxury programme is perfect for enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of this unique tropical destination while snorkelling among kaleidoscopic coral reefs. You will start your journey in Montego Bay where you will be introduced to the local culture and taste the Caribbean flavours. Experience the Hip Strip here and possibly get to know the beautiful underwater world. Relaxing on the beach is not to be missed, before travelling to Ocho Rios. A private transfer will take you to GoldenEye; home to secret coves, breathtaking private beaches, tropical forests and a seawater lagoon. With a private tour, you will experience Dunn's River Falls, and the possibilities here are endless; for example, sail by speedboat to Port Antonio where you will take a step back in time. Swim in the famous Blue Lagoon, cruise the Rio Grande River on a bamboo raft, lounge on Frenchman's Beach, or possibly climb Reach Falls to bathe in cascading pools. Afterwards, you'll fly back to the Netherlands, full of all the new travel experiences!
Travel programme
Travel overview
- Day 1 Flight to Jamaica
- Day 2 Free day and dinner at Sugar Mill Restaurant
- Day 3 Sunset cruise, snorkelling and Rick’s Café
- Day 4 Montego Bay – Ocho Rios
- Day 5 Dunn’s River Falls
- Day 6 Jacana Farm excursion
- Day 7 GoldenEye – day at leisure
- Day 8 Departure from Jamaica
- Day 9 Arrival
Flight to Jamaica
Your journey through Jamaica begins in Montego Bay. Upon arrival at Sangster International Airport, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to your hotel by transfer. You will spend the next few nights at Round Hill, one of Montego Bay's finest resorts.
Included
• Meet and greet on arrival
• Private transfer to your hotel
• Overnight stay including breakfast
Not included
• International flight
Free day and dinner at Sugar Mill Restaurant
The day in Montego Bay is yours to spend as you wish. Start the morning relaxing on the famous Doctor’s Cave Beach, with its crystal-clear waters and soft white sand. This beach is ideal for swimming, snorkelling or simply soaking up the sun with a tropical cocktail in hand. You can also go snorkelling or diving at the colourful coral reef in Montego Bay Marine Park, where you can discover an abundance of exotic marine life. In the afternoon, you can soak up the local culture with a visit to Rose Hall Great House, a historic plantation house with a mysterious and spooky history. For a spot of shopping, the Hip Strip is a must, with boutiques, souvenir shops and local stalls where you can find authentic Jamaican art and crafts.
In the evening, you have a dinner booked at the Sugar Mill Restaurant. This is an experience you won’t soon forget. Set within the beautiful grounds of the Half Moon Resort, this restaurant combines a rich history with a refined culinary experience. The Sugar Mill is housed in a former sugar plantation and offers a romantic, authentic setting overlooking an old windmill and tropical gardens.
The kitchen is renowned for its modern Jamaican dishes with an elegant twist, prepared using fresh, local ingredients. Think of dishes such as grilled lobster, jerk chicken with a gourmet twist, and creative interpretations of traditional Jamaican flavours. All this is perfectly complemented by an extensive wine list and homemade cocktails, such as a classic rum punch.
Included
• Booking at the Sugar Mill Restaurant, including private transfers
• Overnight stay including breakfast
Sunset cruise, snorkelling and Rick's Café
You have a luxury catamaran cruise planned along the picturesque coastline of Montego Bay. As you sail across the crystal-clear waters, you can enjoy music, tropical drinks and the relaxed atmosphere on board. The first stop is a stunning snorkelling spot, where you can admire the colourful marine life and vibrant coral reefs up close.
After snorkelling, the cruise takes you to the famous Rick’s Café in Negril, an iconic hotspot in Jamaica. Here you can enjoy the lively atmosphere, live music and a breathtaking sunset. For the more adventurous travellers, there’s the chance to jump off the cliffs – a tradition at Rick’s Café! Or choose to relax with a drink in hand whilst the sun slowly sinks into the Caribbean Sea.
Included
• Catamaran sunset cruise including snorkelling and a visit to Rick’s Café
• Overnight stay including breakfast
Montego Bay - Ocho Rios
Enjoy one last morning on the beach before saying goodbye to Montego Bay, after which a private transfer will take you along Jamaica’s north coast to the beautiful GoldenEye resort. On the way, you have a Martha Brae rafting excursion planned. During this excursion, you’ll board a traditional, hand-crafted bamboo raft, steered by an experienced captain. The Martha Brae River is famous for its gentle current, allowing you to relax and enjoy the views of tropical flowers, swaying palm trees and colourful birds.
After this excursion, you’ll travel on to Ocho Rios. This is home to secluded coves, breathtaking private beaches, tropical forests and a four-hectare seawater lagoon.
GoldenEye offers a selection of luxury villas and cottages overlooking the ocean and the lagoon, a spa with no walls, and two award-winning restaurants. Upon arrival, enjoy some free time to settle in and explore your new surroundings.
Tips from a Travel Specialist
GoldenEye, situated in Oracabessa Bay, was Ian Fleming’s private retreat where he wrote all 14 James Bond novels and built his own paradise on earth. Licence to Chill!
Included
• Private transfer to your hotel, including a Martha Brae rafting excursion en route
• Overnight stay including breakfast
Dunn's River Falls
Today, you’ll enjoy an exclusive tour with your own VIP guide at Jamaica’s top attraction: Dunn’s River Falls. After enjoying priority access to the park, the guide will set up camp in a shady spot where you can relax, swim in a quiet part of the ocean, or sit back and soak up the sun whilst you prepare for the climb!
The guide will lead you along the thrilling climb to Dunn’s River Falls, the monumental 180-metre-high waterfall. As there are various routes and access points to the falls, the guide will recommend the best option based on your fitness level and confidence. As you make your way to the top, you can take a refreshing dip in one of the countless natural pools you’ll come across. Once the climb to the top is complete, the guide will take you back to the hotel, stopping on the way for lunch at a famous local jerk restaurant.
Included
• Private excursion to Dunn’s River Falls, including a Dutch-speaking VIP guide and lunch
• Overnight stay including breakfast
Jacana farm excursion
Today, you’ll enjoy a visit to Jacana Farms. This excursion takes you to the beautiful, expansive fields of Jacana Farms, set amidst the island’s lush natural surroundings. Jacana is renowned for its sustainable and forward-thinking approach to agriculture, with a focus on organic farming and promoting biodiversity.
During the guided tour, you’ll learn about the cultivation processes and the commitment to environmentally friendly methods. You’ll be given an exclusive glimpse inside the greenhouses and production facilities and find out more about how Jacana develops products that are appreciated worldwide. The guides will also share fascinating insights into the farm’s history and the role it plays in the community.
After the tour, you can enjoy a delicious lunch made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, straight from the farm. The menu often reflects the seasonal harvest and brings the flavours of Jamaica to life in an authentic way.
Included
• Jacana farm excursion including lunch
• Overnight stay including breakfast
GoldenEye free day
Make the most of your stay today at the exclusive GoldenEye; the ultimate in Caribbean ambience!
Optionally, you can enjoy a fantastic trip by private speedboat. In that case, you’ll meet your captain and crew in the morning at the jetty to set off on an exciting speedboat trip to Port Antonio. Unspoilt and breathtakingly beautiful, Port Antonio offers a glimpse into Jamaica’s history before the arrival of large cruise ships and restaurant chains. On arrival in Port Antonio, your private driver-guide will greet you at the marina and take you on a tour of the region tailored to your fitness level and interests. Here, you can choose to swim in the famous Blue Lagoon, float down the Rio Grande River on a bamboo raft, relax at Frenchman’s Cove, or climb Reach Falls to bathe in the cascading pools.
Included
• Accommodation including breakfast
Not included
• Boat tour
Accommodations
Round Hill Hotel and Villas
The Round Hill Hotel and Villas is a pinnacle of beauty and elegance among Jamaican boutique resorts. It is a place of timeless elegance, understated luxury and a warm Jamaican heart in the Caribbean. The private resort offers every comfort, world-class amenities and new concepts that are...
The Round Hill Hotel and Villas is a pinnacle of beauty and elegance among Jamaican boutique resorts. It is a place of timeless elegance, understated luxury and a warm Jamaican heart in the Caribbean. The private resort offers every comfort, world-class amenities and new concepts incorporated into the luxury villas and rooms, restaurants and spa that make it an extraordinary experience. The authentic elegance of Round Hill plays out in a lush tropical backdrop.
Your stay: 3 nights
GoldenEye
GoldenEye is located in a tropical forest near Oracabessa in Jamaica, with five kilometres of coastline featuring coral cliffs, sheltered beaches, secluded coves and a lagoon. Set in a verdant garden of native greenery and right on the beach or lagoon, each detached villa is a private world designed as an oasis...
GoldenEye is located in a tropical forest near Oracabessa in Jamaica, with five kilometres of coastline featuring coral cliffs, sheltered beaches, secluded coves and a lagoon. Set in a verdant garden of native greenery and right on the beach or lagoon, each detached villa is a private world designed as an oasis of luxury and relaxation. The villas have exquisite décor equipped with modern amenities, including a full kitchen and outdoor space. When it comes to dining, guests can enjoy poolside breakfast at Bizot, barbecue at Bamboo Bar and drinks at Shabeen. Guests can also enjoy lagoon rafting, stand-up paddleboarding, sunset yoga and help with coral restoration. The villas at GoldenEye are a popular destination for famous artists to draw inspiration and is best known for Ian Fleming, author of the James Bond books.
Your stay: 4 nights
Experiences
VIP Visit Dunn's River Falls
This day, you will take an exclusive tour with your own VIP guide at Jamaica's top attraction, Dunn's River Falls. After you have enjoyed an expedited entrance to the park, the guide will set up camp at a shady spot where you can relax, swim in a quiet part of the ocean, or sit back and...
This day, you will take an exclusive tour with your own VIP guide at Jamaica's top attraction, Dunn's River Falls. After you have enjoyed an expedited entrance to the park, the guide will set up camp at a shady spot where you can relax, swim in a quiet part of the ocean, or sit back and enjoy the sun while you prepare for the climb!
The guide will accompany you along the exciting climb to Dunn's River Falls, the monumental 180-metre-high waterfall. As there are several routes and access points to the falls, the guide will recommend the best option based on your fitness and daring. As you make your way to the top, take a refreshing dip in one of the numerous natural pools you will encounter.
Once the climb to the summit is complete, the guide will take you back to the hotel stopping for lunch at a famous local jerk centre on the way.
Destinations
Montego Bay
As the second-largest city on the lush island of Jamaica, Montego Bay is affectionately called 'MoBay' by locals, and Montego Bay is often the first port of call for visitors to this enchanting island. Centred around the main tourist street known as the Hip Strip - with its lively clubs, bars and live music venues - the city has a picturesque coastline surrounded by jungle-covered green hills and dotted with some of Jamaica's most luxurious resorts, many of which offer secluded private beaches. The bustling city centre boasts fascinating architecture in and around the central square and is the best place to sample the real Jamaica. With excellent golf courses, welcoming locals and some of the best restaurants on the island, Montego Bay is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed, laid-back, sun-drenched Jamaican experience.
Jamaica
Idyllically located south of Cuba in the warm Caribbean Sea, rests the lush, tropical island of Jamaica. The island has more to offer than just the rasta, reggae and rum for which it is internationally renowned. It has a fusion of various African, Spanish, British, Indian and Chinese influences, reflected in the national motto 'out of many, one people'. This exotic hybrid culture offers adventurous cuisine and the world's most friendly and laid-back locals. Blessed with golden sandy beaches, year-round sunshine, verdant rainforests and misty mountains, Jamaica is an absolute paradise in the Caribbean. From Negril's glorious Seven-Mile Beach with the majestic Blue Mountains as a backdrop, to the noisy party scene and grand colonial architecture in Montego Bay and to the vibrant capital city of Kingston, Jamaica is a remarkably diverse and beautiful country that is likely to enchant you every time.
Ocho Rios
Located on Jamaica's north coast and once a small, sleepy fishing village, Ocho Rios has developed into a bustling port town with a popular cruise ship port and a lively beach. The name Ocho Rios, meaning 'eight rivers', is somewhat of a misnomer, as the town does not have eight rivers, but the lack of rivers is more than made up for by spectacular natural attractions. The highlight is undoubtedly the terraced, 180-metre-high Dunn's River Falls, which are surrounded by trees and have some beautiful lagoon pools. Other notable attractions in the area include the Shaw Park Botanical Gardens, the Coyaba River Garden and Museum and a lovely little amusement park where families can enjoy ziplining, a bobsled-themed roller coaster, abseiling and whizzing down a water slide.
Jamaica holiday | Luxury holiday in paradise-like Jamaica
We offer the described trip from €7,400 per person.
The tour price is an indication and is subject to factors including availability and travel dates.
Included
• 7 nights’ accommodation in exceptionally luxurious and unique properties
• All meals as specified in the itinerary
• All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary, including a sunset cruise, Martha Brae rafting excursion and VIP Dunn’s River Falls tour
• All necessary private transfers as specified
• Meet & Greet on arrival
• National park entrance fees where applicable
• National Geographic or similar travel guide
• Administration fees (€50 per booking)
Positive impact of your trip:
• A contribution of €50 per person towards positive impact via the Avila Foundation
• Accommodation at the Golden Eye Resort in Ocho Rios, which, through ‘Pack for a Purpose’, focuses on education and socio-economic development
Not included
• Intercontinental flights
• Room category upgrade
• Travel and/or cancellation insurance
• Tourist tax (where applicable)
• Personal expenses/tips
• Any departure tax when leaving the destination
• Meals not specified and optional excursions
• Contribution to the Calamity Fund (€2.50 per booking)
• SGR contribution (€5 per person)