Wherever possible, your ship will dock at a quayside allowing you to come and go as you please via the ship's gangway. Sometimes, in smaller ports, the ship will anchor at sea and tenders will offer a free and frequent service ashore, these tenders are complimentary and there is no charge to disembark the ship.

The time the ship will be in port will vary from cruise to cruise, and port to port. Time in port variations include: Half day - will usually be a minimum of 5 hours and a maximum of 7 hours. Full day - normally a full day call will be a minimum of 7 and a half hours and a maximum of 11 hours. Evening - will usually follow a full day in port and the ship will depart at or after 9pm. Two full days - normally will be a minimum call of 32 hours and a maximum call of 40 hours. Please note that the timings above are based on the ship's arrival and departure times not the length of time you have ashore.

Snowy mountains in Alesund on Norwegian Fjords Cruise Holiday

Shore Experiences

Iconic sights, awe-inspiring scenery and compelling local cultures - each port of call is brimming with exciting possibilities, we'll help you experience the very best from your destinations.

Amphibious ‘duck’ vehicle in Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon Sights and Amphibious Duck

Cost From GBP49 Per Person Activity Levellow

Port: Lisbon, Portugal

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F.C. Barcelona

Cost From GBP55 Per Person Activity Levelhigh

Port: Barcelona, Spain

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Seville Cathedral from the port of Cadiz, Spain

Sights of Seville

Cost From GBP60 Per Person Activity Levelmoderate

Port: Cadiz, Spain

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Scenic Flam Railway

Cost From GBP99 Per Person Activity Levellow

Port: Flam, Norway

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Colorful houses at El Paso with Caldera de Taburiente in the background, Aridane Valley, La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain; Shutterstock ID 509643928; Invoice Number: -

Wilderness 4x4 Bus Adventure

Cost From GBP60 Per Person Activity Levelmoderate

Port: La Palma, Spain

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Couple watching the Teide stars in Tenerife, Canary Islands

Sundowners with the Teide Stars

Cost From GBPTBC Per Person Activity Levelmoderate

Port: Tenerife, Spain

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Gondola Ride

Cost From GBP49 Per Person Activity Levelhigh

Port: Venice, Italy

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Church of Sant Bartomeu & Santa Tecla in Sitges, Spain

Free Time in Sitges

Cost From GBP30 Per Person Activity Levellow

Port: Barcelona, Spain

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Land of the Trolls

Cost From GBP90 Per Person Activity Levellow

Port: Alesund, Norway

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Harbour in Bergen, Norway on Norwegian Fjords Cruise Holiday

Bergen RIB Ride

Cost From GBP85 Per Person Activity Levelmoderate

Port: Bergen, Norway

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Zip-lining at Mount Ulriken

Cost From GBP90 Per Person Activity Levelhigh

Port: Bergen, Norway

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Urban adventures

Keen to connect with local culture? We’ve partnered with global tour operator Urban Adventures to bring you a host of experiences that take you beneath the skin of your destination. The excitement begins as you make your own way to the meeting point, usually in the city centre. From here, your guide will reveal the secrets that only a local can – the quietest courtyards, the buzziest bars, the tastiest treats and the most magical monuments. From street food and street art to beer-tasting and city exploring, these intimate experiences range from a few hours to a full day-long tour for groups of up to 12 people. Embark on an Urban Adventure to find out what makes a place unique and enjoy a different kind of day ashore.

Getting off the ship...

In some ports it may be compulsory for a shuttle bus to be used to exit the port due to health and safety reasons. In these instances the shuttle buses will be supplied complimentary for all passengers and all passengers will be notified on-board. If you have booked a opted to book a Select Price all shuttle prices are included in the price of your cruise.

If other promotional prices are introduced, these will not be offered with free shuttle buses in port. The prices for the shuttles vary according to the port and will be advised once on-board.

Port Guides and further information regarding ports of call is also provided once you are on-board.

The time the ship will be in port will vary from cruise to cruise, and port to port. Time in port variations include:

Half day - will usually be a minimum of 5 hours and a maximum of 7 hours.
Full day - normally a full day call will be a minimum of 7 and a half hours and a maximum of 11 hours.
Evening - will usually follow a full day in port and the ship will depart at or after 9pm.
Two full days - normally will be a minimum call of 32 hours and a maximum call of 40 hours.

Please note that the timings above are based on the ship's arrival and departure times not the length of time you have ashore.