MARTINIQUE

Evening              Meet as a group at Toronto International Airport in the evening

Board flight (with stopover)

Afternoon          In the afternoon, arrive in Martinique! Meet your Evolve Tours Guide excited to spend the next week with you. From the airport, hop on your coach bus and head to the hotel to check-in, drop off your bags, and freshen up.

We will walk by Schoelcher waterfront and enjoy a majestic sunset.

Evening              Enjoy a welcome group dinner, before returning to you hotel to rest for the evening.

Morning              In the morning, discover the history of Mount Pelée at the Maison des Volcans (Volcanoes house) in the town of Morne Rouge. Inaugurated in 1991 by volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft, the museum monitors the volcanoes eruptive mechanisms through applications of volcanology, and a video recounts its 1902 eruption.

Then, a local guide will take you hiking in the Mount Pelée region. Here, you will be immersed in pristine landscapes and be able to take in breathtaking views as you hike.  Your guide will have a wealth of knowledge to share with you about the area, its history, and your surroundings.

Morning             In the morning, enjoy a guided walking tour of Fort-de-France led by a local guide. Stops on the walking tour will include a range of historical landmarks including Schoelcher Library, St. Louis Cathedral, Palais de Justice, and Pavillon Bougenot.

Then learn about Creole culture and language. Get familiar with words and phrases that you can use to interact with the local population.

Afternoon          In the afternoon for free time and souvenir shopping, for plenty of interaction in with stall vendors and shopkeepers at the local market.

Then head to the Martinique Zoo! Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the zoo.

Morning              This morning, enjoy breakfast.

We will drive to the town of Les Trois-Îlets and visit the village de la Poterie for an interactive pottery making class.

Visit the Pagerie Museum to learn about the history of slavery on the island.

Afternoon

After lunch, we will take a tour of La Savane des Esclaves.

Then, you’ll have the wonderful experience of participating in a community service project. Interact with the local population, test your language skills, and engage in a cultural exchange. Here are some examples: help run programs at a local school, planting initiatives, painting and light repairs…etc. Project specifics will be determined closer to the date, as they are designed to address the current needs of the community at the time.

Morning: Start your day with a thrilling jungle exploration adventure! Strap on your hiking boots and get ready to navigate through Martinique’s lush rainforest. Your guide will lead you on an exciting trek, pointing out hidden waterfalls, exotic wildlife, and secret spots along the way. Feel the adrenaline rush as you conquer rugged terrain and discover the wonders of the island’s natural beauty.

Afternoon: After your jungle adventure, it’s time for a cooking challenge like no other! Channel your inner chef as you compete in teams to prepare traditional Martinican dishes. With guidance from local culinary experts, you’ll race against the clock to create mouthwatering meals using fresh ingredients and authentic recipes. Get ready for a fun and delicious culinary showdown that will test your creativity, teamwork, and taste buds!

Evening: Wrap up the day with a relaxing evening at the hotel, where you can share stories of your jungle exploits and cooking triumphs with your fellow adventurers. Enjoy some downtime by the pool or a sunset stroll before calling it a night.

Morning              In the morning, board the bus to the Fort the France for some last-minute shopping for souvenirs.

Then visit the Aimé Césaire Museum. Aimé Césaire, founder of the Négritude Movement, was a monumental figure in the struggle for civil rights. Feel his presence and learn more about Martinique’s history as you explore the museum and the theatre.

Afternoon          Then, we will  take a stroll through Jardin de Balata to discover Martinique’s unique flora and fauna.

Evening              This evening, we will have a group dinner at a local restaurant and witness a music performance at Tropiques Atrium.

Morning              Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Check out.

Afternoon          Board our flight home after an incredible time on the island of Martinique.

Evening              Arrive home after a day of travel.