Shore Excursions in North America

While your ship is docked in Juneau, visit the Pack Creek Brown Bear Viewing Area, a protected wildlife site with the highest concentration of brown bears in the world. This must-do day trip includes a floatplane flight over Tongass National Forest and a kayaking journey through Windfall Harbor. A certified guide takes your small group of no more than 10 people into the Alaskan wilderness to watch brown bears frolicking in the meadows and catching salmon in rivers. The Pack Creek Brown Bear Viewing Area issues a limited number of visitation permits, exclusively to tour operators. Avoid disappointment by booking this tour well in advance.

Don't leave the waters behind on your next port of call: instead, embark on a small boat tour of Acapulco's lush Coyuca Lagoon. With tropical flora that includes floating water hyacinths and mangrove forest, this freshwater body often doubles for Asia in Hollywood films. Savor a buffet lunch while cruising through the spectacular jungle-like setting, keeping an eye out for white herons, storks and numerous other bird species as you go. This shore excursion features round-trip transport and the expertise of a bilingual guide.

Watch Acapulco's most talented performers take high diving to a new level on with this cliff diving show in Acapulco, one of the area's premier attractions. Go with a guide to find the best viewpoints and learn about the history of the extreme sport, and even get a chance to meet the performers for a photo op after the show.

Imagine yourself suspended above the ground, gliding from one uniquely-themed platform to the next on a series of seven ziplines and 10 platforms through the scenic Alaskan rain forest. This once-in-a-lifetime experience includes an ascending drive through the scenic Tongass National Forest. Following the zipline tour, you will have the opportunity to try your hand at Axe Throwing and embrace your inner lumberjack! Safety gear and instructions will be provided by the guides for a fun and exciting outdoor challenge!

See old and new Acapulco in this guided small-group tour. Watch the famed cliff divers of La Quebrada leap 112 feet into the Pacific and admire the city's gorgeous bay from the Chapel of Peace. Check out a Diego Rivera mural, shop for silver, and snap photos from the historic Casablanca Hotel. Upgrade to a longer or private tour that includes a baby turtle release, a visit to the city market, and more.

Begin a lifetime of scuba diving adventures with a 3.5-hour beginner's course. A perfect shore excursion when your cruise docks in Costa Maya port - south of the Yucatan's Riviera Maya - you'll learn scuba diving basics from a PADI-certified instructor before heading to the warm waters of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Here, practice your skills in the Caribbean's clear waters, keeping an eye out for eagle rays, sea sponges and even baby squid. A small group size ensures plenty of time to ask questions and enjoy personalized guidance on this memorable tour.

When your cruise ship docks in Ensenada, see some of Ensenada's top attractions during a private 5-hour shore excursion. Ride horses on the beach, snap photos of the world's largest blowhole, go shopping for souvenirs, sip a Margarita in the bar where the popular drink was invented, and more. Includes round-trip transport and all activities.

With your select group of family and friends, get to know Cozumel on a private 5-hour shore excursion. In addition to learning about the island's history, you'll see how people and local industries there operate today. Visit the San Gervasio Mayan ruins or an artisanal craft factory, as well as a chocolate factory, and enjoy a tequila tasting. Snorkel and relax at Palancar beach. Experience some of the best of what Cozumel has to offer, without having to follow a rigid schedule. Port/ferry pier pickup and drop-off included.

Discover Kenai Fjords National Park, Resurrection Bay, and Aialik Bay on a 6-hour small-group cruise from Seward. Hear live commentary from the informative National Park Ranger guide as you look for Alaskan wildlife such as whales, sea lions, sea otters, and puffins, and stop at Holgate Glacier to float among the icebergs. Upgrade your cruise with an onboard buffet that features Alaska salmon and prime rib.

Make the most of your time in Juneau with this shore excursion featuring an all-you-can-eat Alaskan salmon bake and an array of post-meal activities. Grilled wild salmon and blueberry cake are just some of the succulent dishes that you can enjoy as lunch or dinner. Afterward, visit Salmon Creek waterfall and Wagner Mine - perhaps even sift for gold on your own. Learn about Tlingit craftsmanship from a Master Carver and pick up unique works of art. Shuttles depart regularly, allowing you to enjoy this experience as long as you like.

Discover Cozumel's magnificent marine life from the comfort of a personalized mini-SUB on this 1-hour shore excursion. Gaze at troves of tropical fish and colorful coral reefs as you navigate the Caribbean Sea in your futuristic machine, gazing at the captivating creatures your guide directs your attention to. Absolutely no diving experience is necessary to partake in this adventurous shore excursion.

Experience the best of Acapulco on this half-day tour with a local guide and a convenient morning or afternoon departure. See the city's historic center and the famed cliff divers of La Quebrada. Marvel at gorgeous bays and towering cliffs from a scenic highway, then see the latest Acapulco has to offer in the 'Diamond Area,' which has beaches, a concert hall, and a convention center.     

The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home to some of the most spectacular scenery on the Big Island, including the Kilauea volcano, one of the world's most active volcanoes. On this half-day shore excursion, make an early start and head straight to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park before the large tour buses arrive. Take in highlights including the Thurston Lava Tube, the Jaggar Museum, and the caldera rim, then visit an orchid farm and Macadamia farm on the way back to port.

While in port in Boston, spend your morning on a guided shore excursion to Cambridge, Lexington and Concord. Visit historical sites of the region during this 3.5-hour sightseeing tour that includes highlights of the Revolutionary War. You'll learn about significant American figures such as George Washington and Paul Revere from a knowledgeable local guide. See where the Battle of Lexington was fought and visit Harvard University.

A half-day tour through Juneau City with round-trip transportation from the cruise port is a popular choice for visitors traveling via cruise ship. In addition to navigating for you, your guide points out landmarks and tells stories about Juneau's history often unheard by visitors. After free time to explore the natural landscape of Mendenhall Glacier, sit down for a meal of fresh crab and crab cakes.

Next time your ship docks in Acapulco don't linger in port. Instead, head out on a comprehensive tour exploring Acapulco's vast offerings. A knowledgable guide will fill you in on the resort city's intriguing Hollywood past as your coach bus meanders along the scenic coast. Take in spectacular views of Acapulco Bay, stroll the gardens of the landmark Princess Hotel - aviator Howard Hughes's final residents - and watch world-renowned high divers perform from atop the La Quebrada cliffs. This shore excursion includes round-trip transport.

When your cruise ship docks on Acapulco's port, embark on a tour that allows you to sightsee in addition to participating in a baby turtle release ceremony. The sightseeing tour hits all the Acapulco highlights, including La Quebrada, Diego Rivera's mural, and the Chapel of Peace. These two activities would be challenging to organize on your own with a short time in port; this tour combines them and arranges all the details in advance.

Visit one of Canada's most recognizable landmarks: Peggy's Cove, during a half-day excursion to that includes a tour through the city of Halifax. Come ashore and discover this seaside city's maritime culture, history, and sights. Visit a tiny East Coast community before heading down the coast to Peggy's Cove to climb on the devonian granite rock formations under the lighthouse at the ocean's edge.

Come ashore and explore the oceanside city of Halifax on foot during this half-day guided walking tour that reveals architecture, East Coast culture, landmarks, and more. See the architecture of the capital city of Nova Scotia and learn about the history that shaped it from Province House, the Citadel, and the House of Assembly to lively modern areas like Spring Garden Road where you'll visit local bars and shops.

Experience a quintessential Acapulco evening on your next port of call with dinner at La Perla and a spectacular cliff-diving show. Savor a delicious 3-course meal at the sophisticated restaurant, known for its Hollywood 'Hall of Fame' as well as its front-row views of the Quebrada cliff divers: world-renowned high divers who still perform dramatic sea plunges each evening. This memorable shore excursion also includes round-trip transport.