The meticulously crafted Shore Excursions of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection let you explore each destination exactly as you wish, whether visiting iconic sights, immersing yourself in local culture, or discovering untamed natural beauty. Join a small cadre of fellow travelers on Select Group Excursions or explore with your chosen personal companions on Pre-Designed Private Excursions curated by our destination experts. We can also craft a unique itinerary tailored to your preferences with our Custom Private Excursions.

The lovely island of Curaçao is home to more than 30 beautiful beaches and a cosmopolitan capital. Vibrantly hued heritage architecture is the hallmark of Willemstad’s historic center, whose two sides span Sint Anna Bay, connected by the floating Queen Emma Bridge. On the east side, enjoy the waterfront cafés, galleries and shopping – including a floating market – of the Punda. Other key sights, such as the landmark Fort Amsterdam, a 17th-century synagogue and the acclaimed Curaçao Maritime Museum, are concentrated in and around this district. Nearby Pietermaai is known for nightlife.

The West End of Tortola is exactly that, the island’s western reaches. The verdant hills of both the bigger island of Tortola and tiny Frenchman’s Cay form a sheltered U-shaped harbor with beautiful views out to Great Thatch Island and Little Thatch Island. The scenic setting is complemented by a mix of the waterfront shops, restaurants, bars and casual eateries that cater to the nautical crowd, who laud it as a favored anchorage in the BVI. On the Tortola side of the harbour, a ferry terminal welcomes vessels from the islands of Jost Van Dyke, St. John and St. Thomas.

One of the most enchanting cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, Venice rises from a lagoon on more than a hundred tiny islands linked by the iconic network of canals. A romantic gondola ride provides the perfect introduction to the city, gliding underneath the Ponte di Rialto – the oldest and most famous of Venice’s hundreds of bridges – and past the ornate palaces lining the Grand Canal. The power and wealth of the Venetian empire are on display at Piazza San Marco, the city’s most splendid square, where stands the grand St.