Virgin Islands 3 Day Itinerary

Virgin Islands 3-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: St. Thomas - Exploring the Capital

Visa Requirements: U.S. citizens can visit without a visa for stays up to 90 days. Other nationalities should check with the U.S. Department of State.

Transportation: Fly into Cyril E. King Airport (STT) in St. Thomas. Taxis and car rentals are available at the airport.

• Morning: Start your day by exploring Charlotte Amalie, the capital city of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Visit the 99 Steps stairway, Emancipation Park, and the Danish-West Indian Warehouse.
• Afternoon: Head to Magens Bay for swimming, sunbathing, and lunch at one of the beachside restaurants.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Caribbean dinner at one of the local restaurants in Charlotte Amalie.

Day 2: St. John - Nature and Beaches

Transportation: Take a ferry from Red Hook, St. Thomas to Cruz Bay, St. John (ferries run every 30 minutes). Rent a car or use taxi services for island exploration.

• Morning: Visit the Virgin Islands National Park, home to Trunk Bay with its famous underwater snorkeling trail and beautiful beaches.
• Afternoon: Hike the Reef Bay Trail to see petroglyphs and historic ruins. Stop by the Annaberg Plantation for a glimpse into the island’s sugar production history.
• Evening: Dine at one of the waterfront restaurants in Cruz Bay.

Day 3: Water Island - Relaxation and History

Transportation: Take a ferry from Crown Bay Marina, St. Thomas to Water Island (ferries run several times a day).

• Morning: Spend your morning relaxing on Honeymoon Beach. Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, or snorkeling in the clear waters.
• Afternoon: Visit Fort Bovina, a historic fort built by the Danish in the 1800s, and learn about the island’s past.
• Evening: Dine at the Water Island Beach Club, located on Honeymoon Beach, before taking the ferry back to St. Thomas for your flight home.