Between turquoise lagoons, tropical sweetness and the Creole way of life, Guadeloupe is a permanent invitation to relaxation and wonder.
From your luxury cocoon in La Toubana Hotel & Spa***** in Sainte-Anne, discover the treasures of the archipelago to visit during your vacation in Guadeloupe. Explore at your own pace, discover our excursions. Enjoy dream beaches, green forests, traditional distilleries and authentic villages.
In seven days, explore Grande-Terre and Basse-Terre. Then, leave for a day to a nearby island: Les Saintes, Marie-Galante or La Désirade. Each stopover will offer you a new visage of Guadeloupe, between adventure, culture and serenity.
To make the most of your stay in Guadeloupe, rent A car is essential. This will allow you to move around easily. You can go from Sainte-Anne to Pointe des Châteaux. You can also visit the Basse-Terre waterfalls.
And to make your days better, try our sea trips, our treatments of Sisley Spa, our romantic dinners and our local activities. All of this is available at La Toubana Hotel & Spa*****.
Day 1 — Arrival under the Caribbean sun
After a direct flight from Paris, you arrive in Pointe-à-Pitre, in Guadeloupe. The warmth and tropical scents welcome you right away.
Reach your hotel in Sainte-Anne, La Toubana Hotel & Spa*****, nestled on a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Settle in your suite, bungalow or villa with panoramic ocean views and let yourself be carried away by the magic of the place.
Enjoy your first Ti' Punch at the pool bar for a dive into Creole culture. Watch the sunset from the restaurant terrace The Big Blue. Relax in front of the sea and let yourself be seduced by the breathtaking view of the Caribbean Sea.
Your vacation starts under the sign of luxury, calm and Creole sweetness.
Day 2 — Discover Grande-Terre: between lagoons and traditions
Start the day with breakfast in front of Marie-Galante before setting off to explore The most beautiful beaches in Grande-Terre.
Direction The beach of Bois Jolan, a few minutes from the hotel: a peaceful cove with crystal clear waters, bordered by coconut trees, ideal for a first swim.
Continue to Saint-François, a charming seaside resort renowned for its lively marina and its spice market. Along the way, stop at the Damoiseau Rum Distillery, in Le Moule, to discover the ancestral know-how of Guadeloupean agricultural rum.
At the end of the day, go to the Pointe des Chateaux, in the east of the island. The view of the Atlantic Ocean and the islets is magnificent.
Day 3 — Escape to Marie-Galante, the tranquil island
Embark early in the morning from Saint-François for a A day on Marie-Galante, nicknamed “the island of a hundred mills”. It is one of the most beautiful excursions in Guadeloupe for a relaxing vacation.
Here, time seems to have stopped: sugar cane fields, wild beaches and authentic distilleries shape the landscape.
See you at Murat Castle, a former 19th century sugar house now transformed into an eco-museum, where the history of sugar and the life of yesteryear on the island is told between mills, gardens and Creole remains. Then continue with a visit to the Bellevue Distillery, one of the most famous in the archipelago, then set off to explore Gueule Grand Gouffre, an impressive natural arch sculpted by the sea.
Have lunch with your feet in the sand at Anse Canot, before a final swim in the turquoise waters of Folle Anse.
Day 4 — Nature and adventure in Basse-Terre
Focus on Basse-Terre, the green lung of Guadeloupe. This is where you can admire The volcano of La Soufrière.
Cross the island by the spectacular Route de la Traversée, which winds through the heart of the Guadeloupe National Park.
First step: the Crayfish waterfall, which can be reached in a few minutes on foot.
Continue to Bouillante and dive into the Cousteau reserve in Malendure. Equipped with fins, mask and snorkel, discover an abundant underwater world: tropical fish, corals and maybe a few sea turtles. It is an essential diving spot in Guadeloupe.
Have lunch with your feet in the water in a small restaurant. Then, visit the Deshaies Botanical Garden. It is a haven of peace. There, hummingbirds and flamboyants live together in the enchanting setting of the tropical forest.
Day 5 — Relaxation & Creole flavors in Sainte-Anne
After a few days of discovery, it's time to relax!
Start with a treatment at Spa Sisley of La Toubana Hotel & Spa*****. It is a quiet place facing the sea. Here, you can enjoy massages, scrubs, and Caribbean rituals.
Continue with a visit to Sainte-Anne Market. It is a festival of colors and scents. Here you will find spices, arranged rums, tropical fruits, Caribbean cuisine, and local crafts.
Have lunch at the Toubana La Plage, on the hotel beach. Then enjoy the afternoon. You can relax by the infinity pool. Or, sip a cocktail at Sea bar.
Day 6 — Les Saintes, jewel of the archipelago
Early morning departure for a Excursion to Saintes : You are coming to Terre-de-Haut, in the Saintes archipelago, ranked among the most beautiful bays in the world.
Stroll through the flowery streets of the village, visit the Fort Napoleon and dive into the translucent waters of Sugarloaf Beach, a real natural aquarium.
Have lunch in a small fisherman's restaurant. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing moment at Pompierre beach. This beach is surrounded by coconut trees and volcanic rocks.
At the end of the afternoon, return to Grande-Terre. A last romantic evening awaits you at La Toubana Hotel & Spa*****, between gastronomy and the sunset on the sea.
Day 7 — Last moments of paradise
For your last day, enjoy a late breakfast on the terrace of your suite and enjoy the last hours of idleness.
A bath in the infinity pool, a final massage at the spa or a nap in the shade of the bougainvillea... time is slowly stretching before returning.
Transfer in the afternoon to Pointe-à-Pitre airport, memories full of memories.
To extend your stay, also discover La Créole Beach Hotel & Spa**** In Gosier or The Malanga Garden in Trois-Rivières, two iconic addresses in the collection Hotels & Islands.
What if you stayed a bit longer?
Guadeloupe offers an infinity of experiences to live according to your desires. Among the activities in Guadeloupe not to be missed, you can:
• Visit the Cacao House in Pointe-Noire and make your own chocolate.
• Explore the Canopy of the Guadeloupe Zoological Park.
• Get started with Sailing or paddleboarding from La Toubana private beach.
• Go to The meeting of local artisans in Saint-François or Morne-à-l'Eau.
• Discover our wellness stays and culinary experiences to combine relaxation and gastronomy.
• Stay one night at Saintes to enjoy the island's newfound calm in the evening and admire the sunrise on one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
“Between the sea and nature, luxury and authenticity, La Toubana Hotel & Spa***** invites you to discover Guadeloupe. Enjoy an unforgettable trip to Guadeloupe in the heart of the Caribbean.”
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