Shore Excursions 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.

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.

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.

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.

While in port in Kauai, take a 5-hour tour up to Waimea Canyon, known as the 'Grand Canyon of the Pacific,' at an impressive 3,400 feet (1,035-meter).  In stark contrast to Kauai's lushness is Waimea Canyon State Park. Over thousands of years earthquakes and erosion have created dramatic variation in the landscape. Waimea Canyon, "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific", is the showpiece of the tour and offers one of the best views of the western coast of the island.  We'll then drive through Hawaii's first sugarcane plantation and to the town of Waimea, made famous by Captain Cook hundreds of years ago. Before concluding your tour back at your original departure point, stop to see the water fly high at Po'ipu's Spouting Horn on the southern side of the island.

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.

When you're in port in Hilo, see two of the Big Island's top natural attractions with a shore excursion to Rainbow Falls and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. From the lush landscape of Wailuku River State Park to the 13,667-foot (4,165-meter) summit of Mauna Loa volcano, this tour provides the opportunity to experience the geological wonders and diverse natural beauty of the Hawaiian Islands.

Spend a delightful day exploring the natural and cultural wonders of Kauai on this shore excursion featuring the magnificent Waimea Canyon. Hike to the summit of this 'Grand Canyon of the Pacific' for spectacular views, and see many attractions along Kauai's southern coast, including the Spouting Horn natural blowhole and historic Old Koloa Town. Cruise down the sacred Wailua River and soak up the serene beauty of Fern Grotto and Opaekaa Falls.

Step off your cruise ship and into a floatplane to admire the glassy blue lakes, waterfalls and snowcapped peaks of Misty Fjords National Monument on this 2-hour shore excursion from Ketchikan. Capture bird's-eye views of varied landscapes and spot eagles, bears and plenty of other wildlife. But that's not all - your aerial adventure, limited to just six people per plane, includes landing on a lake or fjord.

See the natural wonders of Kauai from the air on this 45- to 55-minute helicopter flight from Lihue. Sights include Waimae Canyon (known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific), Manawaiopuna Falls (Jurassic Park Falls), Na Pali Coast State Park, the Hanalei Valley waterfalls, the National Tropical Botanical Garden, Bali Hai, and more. Cruise port pickup and drop-off provided from Nawiliwili Harbor. Select a departure time when booking.

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!

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.

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.

Ketchikan is one of Alaska's most visited cruise ports, renowned for its salmon fishing, wildlife, and indigenous heritage. On this tour, take in all the highlights with a local guide. See the famous salmon ladder, admire the traditional totem poles at the Saxman Native Village, enjoy whale-watching from Rotary Beach, and look out for seals, eagles, and bears at Herring Cove.

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.

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.

While your ship is docked in Ketchikan, kayak around Eagle Island, part of Tongass National Forest, on this 3.5-hour guided shore excursion. Enter the protected waters of Clover Pass and as you paddle around the island, spot wildlife including bald eagles, seals, salmon, and perhaps even humpbacks and orcas. The tranquil waters provide a perfect opportunity for beginning kayakers and the more experienced alike to enjoy the Alaskan wilderness.

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.

Experience some of the Big Island's top attractions on great tour during this 7-hour day trip to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the sights around Hilo. Learn all about volcanoes as you marvel at molten lava at Halema'uma'u crater and explore the massive Kilauea Volcano. After an included picnic lunch, you'll see Rainbow Falls and visit a black sand beach known for its green sea turtles.

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!