SHORE EXCURSIONS
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The 15 most popular mediterranean shore excursions for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.
Full-day Livorno shore trip to Florence and Pisa by air-conditioned coach, with expert guide, free time, and optional local tasting.
Most Popular“This tour was a great value but alot of bus rides and moving through sites quickly. Good choice if you only have one day to see Florence and Pisa”
A 4-hour Mykonos shore excursion with cruise pickup, a guided highlights circuit, lighthouse views, beaches, and classic town photo stops.
“Dora was a wonderful guide and showed us all the most beautiful parts of Mykonos what a wonderful island.”
Athens and Piraeus hop-on hop-off bus tour with open-top views, audio in 13 languages, and flexible 24 or 48-hour riding from cruise ports.
“We couldn’t find the pick up details/route very easily and the bus was over half an hour late. When we got on another one, we had to pay a further €8 each!”
Cruise from Milazzo to Panarea and Stromboli with scenic stops, Bronze-Age views, and a sunset chance to watch eruptions from the sea.
Cruise from Livorno to Florence and Pisa in one day with Wi-Fi coach transport, free time in both cities, plus optional Accademia and Tower entry.
“We followed the instructions to go to the meeting point. We were supposed to see someone from the tour company holding up a sign of the tour. When walking to the meeting point, we never saw anyone. Arrived at the supposedly start point, no one was there. I called Viator for help as well as…”
Semi-private shore excursion from Kusadasi to Ephesus plus Artemis and the Virgin Mary’s House, with port pickup, guide, and lunch.
“Nothing short of unbelievable. Tas knew everything and presented it amazingly. Ate an authentic Turkish lunch. The best tour I have ever been on.”
10-hour boat day from Milazzo to Panarea and Stromboli, with San Pietro time on shore and a sunset view of Stromboli’s eruptions.
“Trip was very enjoyable. It was great to see the islands and especially Stromboli. We would recommend this activity.”
Private Ephesus shore day from Kuşadası with lunch, entrance fees, and a flexible plan you set with your guide.
“Fabulous trip to Ephesus, a very hot day but great to have a wonderful guide and beautiful air conditioned van. The whole tour was great , the only thing I would say is we didn’t need a big sale on rugs, felt little pressure . However the rest was wonderful and a nice day was…”
Private chauffeur day trip from Naples to Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, plus Ravello, with flexible stops and worry-free return planning.
“We booked this excursion last minute Joe our driver was excellent, took the time sopped for photo stops, took us to an amazing restaurant overlooking the sea, we were not rushed and had an amazing day!”
A small-group Santorini shore excursion for cruise days: Firostefani, Oia, Megalochori, and Perivolos black sand, with easy timing.
“Our guide did a good job of showing us all of the must see places in Santorini . He was knowledgeable and help us take pictures at beautiful landmarks. Overall he did a great job..”
A 9-hour Livorno shore day covering Florence and Pisa, with port pickup, air-conditioned transport, and guided stops at top sights.
“Stephania picked us up at the Livorno cruise ship terminal and gave us an excellent fast paced tour of Pisa and Florence! She was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic in delivering a great tour of these amazing cities. She provided lots of history and stories of these amazing cities, and we would highly recommend to anyone…”
Livorno cruise shore excursion: round‑trip with Wi‑Fi, expert escort, Florence highlights and free time, plus optional Accademia David.
“Sara was great! She took care of everyone and gave great advice. Driver was great as well. Everywhere was crowded so was difficult thoroughly see everything.”
A 4-hour Marseille shore excursion with port pickup, free landmark stops, and big views from Notre-Dame de la Garde plus Old Port time.
“Directions to meeting spot were vague and because of that we missed the tour all together. We are unhappy and would like a refund.”
Pompeii half-day from Naples with port pickup, headsets, and admission included. See the Forum, Thermal Baths, and Lupanare.
“The visit to Pompeii was incredibly memorable because of the ancient structures and the vast amount of information our tour guide shared with us. Our tour guide imparted a lot of information and the ear sets to hear made all of the difference. It was quite crowded and very warm in October. The only drawback…”
Pompeii ruins and a hike up Mount Vesuvius from Naples, with a guided Pompeii walk, pizza lunch, and crater views.
“The pick up from the cruise port wasn't timely, then surprised another pick up from the train station was made... the pickup process wasn't smooth & there were way too many people on this tour. But the people were timely, the tour operators could have been more efficient & more informative. We did way too…”
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