Shore Things Policies

Sightseeing & Beach by Party Bus

From $ 75

Explore Grand Turk by open-air bus, from historic streets to its northern lighthouse — with beach time and a taste of local rum along the way.

You'll get to know the island, from the pier to its northern tip. Pass Bermudian-style buildings, coastal homes, and sweeping shoreline views on the way to the lighthouse, watching for donkeys and flamingoes. You'll drive past the John Glenn Friendship 7 capsule replica (and learn about its nearby 1962 splashdown) before stopping at the Craft Market for local vendors and ocean views. Try three Bambarra rums at the lighthouse, and end the day unwinding with a relaxing swim at Governor’s Beach.

Energy Level

Duration

3 Hours

Type

ENERGETIC, RELAXING

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Tour Grand Turk by open-air bus, passing Bermudian architecture, coastal views, the lighthouse, and the John Glenn capsule replica
Sample three Bambarra rums at the lighthouse gazebo, and learn the story of the Trouvadore shipwreck from the 1800s
Relax at white-sand Governor’s Beach, enjoying the turquoise water, umbrellas, chairs, and time to swim or play volleyball

Need to know

Not wheelchair accessible; uneven, slippery steps
Approximately 3-4 rum punches served during this Shore Thing (only offered when you stop; prohibited while bus is in motion)
Beach chairs and umbrellas are included
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Sailors should wear a swimsuit and bring a towel & reef-safe sunscreen
Beach time is approximately 1.5 hours
Cash is recommended in the markets, as credit cards may not be accepted
Sailors with back/neck issues, cardiac conditions, or respiratory conditions should not select this Shore Thing

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Pre-voyage to onboard assistance, always there
Stress-Free Returns
Ship will wait for you in the event of a delay
Convenient Collection
Convenience of one location to shop for your calls

Shore Things are fully refundable to the original form of payment. However, please note that Shore Things are only fully refundable if they are canceled within 48 hours prior to the booked Shore Thing taking place, unless stated otherwise in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section. If you fail to either (a) cancel within 48 hours of the booked Shore Thing (or alternative time period as may be stated in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section), or (b) show up for a booked Shore Thing, you will be charged for 100% of the Shore Thing price.

If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and within 48 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.

If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.

If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.

Shore Things departure times and/or meeting locations are subject to change. We will make every effort to notify Sailors in advance via the Sailor App of any tour departure and/or meeting changes.

Sightseeing & Beach by Party Bus

Explore Grand Turk by open-air bus, from historic streets to its northern lighthouse — with beach time and a taste of local rum along the way.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

Our Shore Things Policies