SHORE EXCURSIONS
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The 15 most popular northern european 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.
Shore excursion from Geiranger to Mt. Dalsnibba Skywalk, Flydalsjuvet, Djupvatn and Eagle Road hairpins for fjord views.
Most Popular“From the time of pick up to the completion of the tour was absolutely wonderful and would highly recommend!”
Belfast to the Giant’s Causeway by coach with a guided coast drive, Belfast mural stops, and free Causeway access.
“Had a few concerns with our Princess Cruise arriving exactly as tour was supposed to start and lunch as this was longer excursion. Communication was wonderful! Danielle got back to me in a timely fashion and gave me peace of mind! Our tour guide Amanda and driver Barry were so wonderful!! We all enjoyed our…”
Haugesund shore excursion to Langfoss and Åkrafjorden. Fast fjord views, Norwegian unification stories, and smart timing for cruise days.
“It's 1.5 hours from the cruise port to reach Langfoss Waterfall but it was a terrific waterfall. Afterwards we were able to stop by a restaurant/convenience store for a quick bite before heading back to Haugesund.”
Shore day from Cobh to Blarney Castle and Kinsale with included admission, port pickup, early-arrival timing, and Cork city stories.
“We booked this tour at the last minute but it was excellent. Jamie and Billy did an excellent job taking us to the Blarney castle and through Kinsale. Jamie did a great job explaining the history.”
A fast-paced but not rushed shore day from Cobh: Blarney Castle, Cork City sights, Kinsale, and harbor forts, with port transfers included.
“The organization, actually the lack of organization was terrible. We had to walk at least 1/2 mile I a crowd of people who like us had no idea where we were going. I walked ahead of the line, several people were upset to asking a man were to go. He checked and said not with…”
Olden shore trip to Briksdal Glacier: hike past waterfalls, bus views on Oldevatnet Lake, English guide, about 4 hours.
“My wife and I took the Briksdal Glacier tour in Olden through Viator as one of our cruise stops, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Our tour guide did a fantastic job providing background and interesting facts about Olden as we made our way to the trailhead for Briksdal Glacier. The…”
Ålesund’s Fjords to Trolls shore excursion strings together Gudbrandsjuvet gorge, Trollstigen views, Stigfossen waterfall, and Troll Wall.
“I had a wonderful tour! The view over the Troll Road was outstanding! The weather also cooperated very well! The gorge was cool too and the waterfall was very pretty! The fjords were spectacular! Highly recommend!!”
Full-day Berlin shore excursion from Warnemünde or Rostock with an English guide, major Cold War and WWII stops, and a guaranteed return.
“This was a very informative excursion. Our guide was very knowledgeable. Even the bus trip wasn't bad and the price was SO much better than the cruise ship and we saw probably more than they did”
Alesund shore tour blends the Sunnmøre Museum with a steep climb to Alnes Lighthouse for Atlantic views, plus city-center drives in 4 hours.
“Too many people on this tour. Couldn’t hear the guide as couldn’t get close enough. Envied those I saw on other tours who had quiet boxes. Feel we missed out on important information about locations we visited. Enjoyed the locations we visited but don’t feel we were culturally enriched.”
Port-to-port coach day from Greenock to Stirling Castle, Doune Castle, the Trossachs, and Loch Lomond village Luss, with Highlands cattle.
“The tour was good, however, our guide had a very strong Scottish accent and was difficult to understand. His name was Wee Davee.”
A 9-hour Belfast shore excursion pairing the Giant’s Causeway with a Belfast city tour, coastal photo stops, and medieval ruins for strong value.
“Great tour despite the weather. However disappointing end when I left my disability cushion on the coach (my fault) but despite assurances that the coach would be double checked and lost property returned to port security, it was never returned.”
From Belfast port pickup to Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges, and Belfast highlights, all in one 8-hour shore day.
“Tour operator Eduardo with Paddywagon tours was very knowledgeable and friendly. Loved the excursion. We saw so much in a day. Loved Dunluce Castle. The Giants causeway was very beautiful. The dark hedges and Belfast.”
Invergordon port tour packs Cawdor Castle, Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, Loch Ness and Highland cows into a small 7-hour day.
“Avril is the best tour operator we had on our trip to Scotland. Picked us up at the cruise ship docks and whisked us away for a great tour of Cawdor Castle, Colloden field and viewing of Loch Ness. The hairy “coos” was a treat. She had us back in plenty of time for our…”
Cruise-ready Highlands day trip from Greenock with Loch Lomond views, castle ruins, Inveraray, and the village of Luss.
“Experience was stressful at the end due to us getting back to the ship late. Overall good narration and a safe driver at the wheel. I feel it was inappropriate for Lee to solicit tips for himself and Michael. We are accustomed to tipping the tour folks with out being asked.”
A 5-hour guided shore trip from Warnemünde to Rostock, mixing half-timbered streets, tram and train rides, and St. Marien’s astronomical clock.
“Great walking tour of both Warnemunde and Rostock. This would not work well for handicapped or folks unable to walk several miles, much of it on cobblestone streets. Wonderful timing by our guide to witness the astronomical clock operation. Plenty of local history, but might be a bit boring for the youngsters. Fascinating tour of…”
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