Ports of Call Tours

See the best of Athens and visit the Temple of Poseidon on a private, full-day shore excursion. Meet your guide at Piraeus Port, then climb into your private minivan and set off in search of the Greek capital's premier sights. See Syntagma Square, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and more while your guide talks about the history and mythology of Ancient Greece. Then, travel onward to Cape Sounion, the site of the ruined Temple of Poseidon.

See the sights of Auckland on a 3-hour small-group shore excursion in the 'City of Sails.' A knowledgeable guide takes you by mini-coach across the Harbour Bridge to tour the city center. You'll drive along Queen Street and the suburb of Ponsonby, take a stroll at Devonport's Narrow Neck Beach, visit the Auckland Fish Market and see the city spread out before you from the summit of Mt Victoria. Numbers are limited to 18 people to ensure personalized attention.

When your cruise ship docks in Piraeus, witness Athens' classical highlights on a 4-hour guided shore excursion. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Syntagma Metro Station to see its fascinating archaeological museum, and walk up the pedestrianized Dionysiou Areopagitou past sites including the Herodian Theatre and Mars Hill. At the Acropolis, inspect the Parthenon, the temple that epitomized Athenian power in the 5th century BC, as your guide details its design. Behold the stellar city views from here and enjoy free time to explore Athens independently before your return to Piraeus.

Come ashore at Ashdod for a private, full-day excursion to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea, and experience Israel's most historic, holy sites. Take in sweeping views of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, then leave a folded prayer in the Western Wall; walk the Christian, Armenian and Muslim quarters of the Old City and browse vibrant, open-air bazaars. Leave the city for the Dead Sea and stroll salt-encrusted beaches, roll in mineral-rich, therapeutic mud and float in some of the world's saltiest water before returning to your ship in Ashdod.

Swap the decks of your cruise ship for the sands of Vouliagmeni beach on this private, half-day shore excursion. Meet your guide at Piraeus Port in Athens and travel to Vouliagmeni, one of the Attica coastline's most glorious beaches, aboard a private, climate-controlled vehicle. Then, enjoy time at your leisure to sunbathe, swim or take part in optional activities such as tennis or watersports.

Make the most of your time at shore with a private tour of Ponta Delgada. Choose from three regions - Sete Cidades, Furnas, and Lagoa do Fogo - and customize the itinerary to your interests and preferences. Visit local villages, admire the natural beauty of the island, or sample the local gastronomy during your time in the Azores.

See New Zealand's coastal rainforest and black-sand beaches on a full-day shore excursion from the Auckland port. Visit Waitakere Ranges Regional Park for a guided bush walk and marvel at traditional Maori carvings and thousand-year-old kauri trees. Enjoy views over the Tasman Sea and savor a Kiwi-style picnic lunch on this small-group tour, with personalized attention from your professional guide.

When your ship docks in Auckland, take a ferry across the Hauraki Gulf to Waiheke Island for a zipline adventure, soaring above the forest. Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants along three zipline rides. Your shore excursion includes a round-trip ferry ticket plus an interpretive bush walk and a brief guided tour of the island by minivan.

Explore Auckland and the yacht-filled harbours of the ‘City of Sails’ on this full-day shore excursion, including wine tasting on Waiheke Island. In the morning, an informative guide takes you sightseeing in the city center — including Queen Street and the Tamaki Drive waterfront — followed by a ferry ride across the Hauraki Gulf for a relaxing afternoon at three notable vineyards. Port pickup and drop-off are included.

Make the most of your time in port in Piraeus with a private half-day shore excursion to Athens. Unravel the secrets of Ancient Greece as you walk around the monumental ruins of the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens (entrance not included) and the Parthenon. Then, hop aboard a minivan to see the rest of the city, including the lively Syntagma Square, the Panathinaikon Olympic Stadium and ancient landmarks like the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch. Best of all: your tour is covered byworry-free policy, ensuring on-time return to your cruise ship.

Make the most of your time in Athens' port with this private shore excursion. When your cruise ship docks, meet your private guide and set off to explore the Greek capital and its bevy of ancient sights. Get up close to the House of the Greek Parliament, the Zeus Temple and Hardian's Arch; traverse the paved streets of bustling Plaka (Athens Old Town); and head to the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens' summit for breathtaking views of Dionysious Sanctuary, Philopapos Hill, Herodion Theatre and Mars Hill.

When your cruise ship pulls into Athens port, get a taste for classic Greek cuisine on a 4-hour walking shore excursion. Stroll down the historical streets and make several food stops to sample enticing local specialities such as delectable 'loukoumades' dough balls, moreish 'koulouri' bread, 'pastourma' sausage and more. Dip into bakeries, dairies and sweet shops, and discover popular Greek fruits, herbs and spices on a wander through the buzzing central Varvakeios food market. Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group shore excursion, ensuring personalized attention from your guide.

Immerse yourself in the history and flavors of the Bahamas on this half-day, food-focused shore excursion. Visit some of the local shops to learn about Bahamian food types and brands, as well as taste some samples of chocolate, rum, and a traditional fish fry. Lunch and round-trip transportation from the cruise port included.

Swap Piraeus Port for the wonders of Cape Sounion on this private, half-day shore excursion from Athens. Meet your own personal guide off of your cruise ship, and then travel to the Attica peninsula's southernmost tip, where Cape Sounion and the revered Temple of Poseidon await. Gaze up at the temple's elegant Doric columns and look for Lord Bryon's name carved into the white rock as you hear about the site's importance as a place of worship.

Leave Ashdod on a private, full-day shore excursion to Jerusalem and the Western Wall, and experience the ancient city's holy and historic sites. Take in sweeping views from the Mount of Olives then explore the Old City's fortified walls and diverse neighborhoods with your personal guide. Tuck a folded prayer into the cracks of the Western Wall, follow the footsteps of ancient pilgrims on the Via Dolorosa, and stroll a Byzantine road through the heart of the old Jewish quarter before returning to your ship at Ashdod.

Be immersed in New Zealand's indigenous 'tikanga' (culture) on this Auckland shore excursion with a knowledgeable Maori guide. Travel through the countryside and rainforest of the Waitakere Ranges on a small-group tour outside the North Island city, including Mt Victoria and the west coast. You'll watch a live Haka (war dance) performance at the Auckland Museum and learn firsthand about Maori cultural heritage dating back hundreds of years. Snacks, beverages and lunch are included along with port pickup and drop-off.

Swap your cruise ship for a canal boat on this private half-day shore excursion from Piraeus port in Athens. Marvel at the dramatic scenery as you cruise down the Corinth Canal, a remarkable feat of engineering that dates back to the 1890s. Then, journey back to Ancient Greece as you explore the mighty ruins of Ancient Corinth and admire highlights like the Apollo Temple, the Spring of Periander and Lechaion Road. Best of all: this private shore excursion is covered byworry-free policy, ensuring on-time return to your cruise ship.

Escape the bustle of Rome for a wine-themed shore excursion with this full-day private tour. After pick-up at the Civitavecchia port, admire the scenic countryside in Umbria and Tuscany. Learn about local wines during a tasting and visit the historic towns of Assisi and Cortona. The itinerary can be personalized according to your interests.

Swap your cruise ship for a Segway on this thrilling Athens shore excursion! Learn to operate your easy-to-use self-balancing Segway, then zip around the city on a 2-hour guided Segway tour. Choose from two equally exciting itineraries and explore the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens, historic Plaka and the Temple of Hephaestous, or visit city sights like Hadrian's Arch, Zappeion Garden and Panathinaikos Stadium. Best of all: this small-group tour is limited to 12 people and is covered byworry-free shore excursion policy, ensuring on-time return to your ship.

Leave your cruise ship behind and uncover the captivating sights of modern and Ancient Greece on this private, half-day shore excursion. Following pickup from Piraeus Port in Athens, travel to the town of Marathon with your own driver and guide. Learn about the Battle of Marathon during a visit to the Marathon Tomb, and uncover the origins of the first ever marathon race. You'll also head to Lake Marathon, where you'll see the only marble dam in the world.