Tours and Trips in USA

Mendenhall Glacier and Lake is the Juneau area's premiere wilderness destination for its beauty, scale, and ease of access. This 6.5-hour tour takes you right up to the glacier, past Nugget Falls, and over Mendenhall Lake, combining paddling, ice trekking, and hiking for a full-day's worth of wilderness adventure suitable for the whole family. This tour is available as a shore-excursion for cruise passengers.

Explore the uncanny landscape of Joshua Tree National Park with a 4.5-hour van tour from Palm Desert, near Palm Springs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned van or SUV as you navigate soaring granite formations and groves of the park's famously spiky trees, and capture unforgettable images of terrain that spans the Colorado and Mojave deserts. Trace a gentle trail into the rocks at Hidden Valley and Keys View, watch for the park's reclusive wildlife, and experience the unique beauty of one America's most remarkable national parks.

Cover more ground than possible on foot and go to places inaccessible to tour buses on this guided Segway tour of Kona. Learn about the history of Old Kona Town as you glide effortlessly through the streets. See such landmarks as Hulihe'e Palace, Moku'aikaua Church, Kamakahonu, White Sands Beach, and Ku'emanu Heiau, which was dedicated to the sport of surfing, as your guide provides historical context to each.

Pair a helicopter flight over the glaciers of Juneau Icefield with a dogsled ride, and you have the perfect Alaska experience. After flying over breathtaking scenery, land at a remote glacier camp for a ride of a lifetime: you're pulled by Alaskan huskies across fields blanketed with snow, surrounded by towering mountains. Listen to the race stories of struggle and victory from Iditarod mushers, and get in the spirit by dressing up in original Iditarod dogsled gear for memorable photos. Round-trip transport from Juneau included.

Embark on an adventure off the beaten path - a trek on Mendenhall Glacier - while your ship is docked in Juneau. Take on challenging terrain during an 8-mile hike that immerses you in Alaskan wilderness. Come across plunging crevasses and ice caves on this thrilling journey, pictures of which are sure to impress your fellow cruise passengers back at port and family at home.

Ever dream of being an astronaut? Turn that dream into a reality on this 20-minute space simulation at SimCenter Tampa Bay. With the world's first, one-of-a-kind space simulator, pilot a futuristic space ship from an orbital carrier and explore the beauty of the Solar System. Choose from one of three flight times, then fly to the International Space Station, visit Jupiter's moons, fly through Saturn's rings, or visit a comet and deep space.

Experience the wild wonders of Jungle Island, Miami's fun-filled eco-adventure park. Spend hours exploring exciting amenities and take in a dynamic animal show like Winged Wonders, featuring some of the world's most dangerous birds.

Explore the desert landscape of Joshua Tree National Park by SUV or van on a 5-hour tour from Palm Springs. Drive over the San Andreas Fault and up steep canyons to scenic viewpoints, and take a guided hike to Hidden Valley. You'll learn from your guide about the history and wildlife of the high and low desert, and get great photo ops of the sculpture-like rock formations.

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.

Jungle Island Miami is a zoological park that's been entertaining and educating guests for more than 75 years. Now you can go behind the scenes and see some of the park's wildlife up close on a guided exclusive VIP tour. This private safari includes visits with such animals as kangaroo and baby alligators, and even an opportunity to interact with lemurs.

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!

Cruise along Fort Lauderdale's historic New River and enjoy a delicious shrimp and barbecue dinner on this 4-hour cruise. Board the Jungle Queen Riverboat and see the luxurious mansions and yachts along Millionaire's Row, stretching from the Bahia Mar Yachting Center to the Intracoastal Waterway. The cruise travels to a tropical isle for an endless dinner offering barbecue ribs, chicken and shrimp with all the trimmings. Then experience a laugh-out-loud variety show to cap off an enjoyable and entertaining evening.

Discover Alaska's stunning landscapes by air and land on this 2.5-hour helicopter flight and guided glacier walk tour. Take to the skies and enjoy aerial views of Juneau Icefield's unruly rock formations and icefalls, with a knowledgeable pilot explaining what you see along the way. Then, land on a glacier for a unique walkabout experience in one of more remote spots in the world. Hotel transport from Juneau available.

On this snorkeling excursion from Kahului port, swim with fish and Hawaiian green sea turtles at two of Maui's best snorkeling sites. Experience the clear, crystalline waters of Molokini Crater, and search for turtles off Maui's historic and volcanic southern coastline. It's the perfect shore excursion in Maui for exploring the underwater world, where colorful corals and a wealth of marine life are only a boat ride away.

Seeking an all-inclusive Alaskan experience? This 6-hour tour from Juneau takes you to Mendenhall Glacier for incredible views of the ice wall. Then, board a jet boat for a whale-watching cruise in Auke Bay with a naturalist guide who gives you an in-depth look at the surrounding marine life. After spotting humpbacks, return to land and watch a Tlingit Master Carver work on 10-foot-tall totem poles and silver jewelry. Dig into a satisfying traditional salmon bake before you're returned to Juneau hotels.

While docked in Juneau port, take advantage of this unique shore excursion - a private fishing trip with a licensed guide. You and three to five of your fellow cruise passengers decide which adventure sounds more appealing: a 4-hour wild-salmon fishing or 6-hour halibut fishing trip. No matter which outing your private group chooses, enjoy the comfort of a heated cabin and snacks on board. Remember to snap a frame-worthy shot of you reeling in the big one!

On this shore excursion from Juneau port, you get to pan for gold and dig into a hearty Alaskan salmon-bake buffet. At Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin, learn how to cull the waters for the precious metal and then make your own small fortune exploring the gold fields on your own. Watch a Tlingit Master Carver at work on totem poles and silver, visit Salmon Creek waterfall and enjoy a city tour of Juneau. And yes, keep all the gold you find! Port transport included.

Pan for gold, keep everything you find and dig into an Alaskan salmon bake on this adventure from Juneau. At Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin, learn how to sift for the precious metal. Once you've made your fortune, warm up by a campfire for a buffet and roasted marshmallows. Watch a Tlingit Master Carver at work on totem poles and silver, visit Salmon Creek waterfall and enjoy a short tour of Juneau. Hotel transport included.

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.

Take a guided tour and meet some of the most charismatic creatures at Jungle Island on this VIP tour. You will go behind-the-scenes at the animal care clinic, have fun with an Australian red kangaroo, and meet giant Aldabra tortoises and exotic reptiles. This tour includes a unique interaction with endangered Lemurs so be prepared for an unforgettable encounter with these gentle and lovable primates.