St. Thomas is a mountainous island with one long ridge of hills running east and west through the center of the island with smaller ridges branching off. The island is thirteen miles long by four miles wide and encompasses a little over 31 square miles. The highest point is Crown Mountain at 1,556 feet.

St. Thomas has a history that dates back to 1500 BC and the Ciboney people. They were replaced by the Arawaks and then the Caribes long before Christopher Columbus first saw the island in 1493 on his second voyage to the “New World.” Unfortunately, almost all signs of the pre-Columbus days have been lost to time.

Most of the structures and ruins that remain date from the 16th and 17th century and include Blackbeard's Castle (Skytsborg), Fort Christian and Bluebeard’s Castle (Tower Fort). During your scenic orientation drive you will pass by these sites.

Riding along the crest of St. Thomas on "Skyline Drive," visitors are treated to vistas of Charlotte Amalie town and harbor and Hassel and Water Islands to the south; the Atlantic Ocean, Magens Bay and Inner and Outer Brass and Hans Lollick islands to the north; and the chain of cays leading to St. John and the British Virgins to the east. Your driver/guide will make stops at various scenic overlooks, including Drake's Seat, believed to be the spot where Sir Francis Drake himself watched for enemy vessels. As well, a stop will be made at Mountain Top where you will take in the most amazing views, and if you choose, purchase a “world famous” banana daiquiri.

At the end of the 2-hour tour, you will have the option of being dropped off in downtown Charlotte Amalie to experience the world famous shopping experience or be taken back to the cruise ship dock.

Please Note: Guests departing in downtown will be responsible for their transportation back to their destination.