Hunte's Gardens & St Nicholas Abbey

4.5(77)5 hFree cancellationBy Beautiful (Barbados) Tours and Excursions Ltd

About this activity

Discover the beauty, history, and culture of Barbados on this unforgettable island tour. Begin with a visit to a stunning tropical garden, beautifully created within a natural sinkhole and transformed into a lush and peaceful oasis.

Continue to Bathsheba, famous for its breathtaking scenery, dramatic rock formations, and powerful Atlantic surf. Afterward, enjoy lunch featuring delicious local flavors before heading to Cherry Tree Hill for a short photo stop and spectacular views of the east coast.

Our final stop is St. Nicholas Abbey, a remarkable 17th-century Jacobean plantation house built around 1658. Explore its fascinating history, enjoy a sample of its award-winning rum or hop on its working steam railway.

When booking, choose your preferred St. Nicholas Abbey experience: House Tour or House & Heritage Railway Tour.

What's included

✓Entrance fee to St. Nicholas Abbey Heritage Railway is only included if that option is selected by the customer at the time of booking.
✓Bottled water
✓Friendly, knowledgeable and licensed tour guide
✓Lunch
✓Air-conditioned vehicle
✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

✕Gratuities

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
A minimum of two adults is required for this tour to operate.
Infant meals not included.
At St. Nicholas Abbey, guests may choose between the Great House & Distillery Tour or the Heritage Railway + Great House & Distillery Tour. If you only select the Great House & Distillery Tour, there may be some waiting time while guests participating in the Heritage Railway + Great House & Distillery Tour complete their experience. St. Nicholas Abbey is a beautiful and scenic property, so you are welcome to relax and enjoy the surroundings while you wait.
Motion Sickness & Vehicle Cleaning Policy If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking appropriate precautions before your tour and informing your guide in advance. Please be aware that some of our island roads can be winding and bumpy, which may contribute to motion sickness. We understand that motion sickness can occur unexpectedly, and our team will do its best to ensure your comfort. However, we must also consider the comfort of other guests and maintain the cleanliness of our vehicles. Should vomiting occur inside the vehicle and professional cleaning be required, the guest responsible will be required to reimburse the driver for cleaning before the end of the tour.
Your visit to Hunte's Gardens is self-guided, allowing you to explore the beautiful pathways and gardens at your own pace.
Not recommended for guests with limited mobility or anyone who has difficulty climbing stairs or walking on uneven surfaces.
Accessibility & Additional Assistance If anyone in your party has a disability, sensory sensitivity, communication difficulty or other condition that may require additional care, assistance or special consideration during the excursion, please contact us before booking. Depending on the individual’s specific needs and the nature of the activities involved, some excursions may not be suitable or may require special arrangements. Advance notice allows us to assess suitability, discuss any safety concerns and make appropriate arrangements to ensure a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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