What is Shore excursion?
Shore excursion: A shore excursion is a tour or activity in a port of call, sold by the cruise line or booked independently.
Ships do not wait for passengers on independent tours that run late, which is the main trade-off.
Where is this term explained in more depth?
Which terms are related?
- Pier runner: A pier runner is a passenger who races back to the ship as the gangway is about to close at the all-aboard time.
- Port of call: A port of call is a stop on a cruise itinerary where passengers can go ashore, as opposed to the departure port.
- Tender port: A tender port is a cruise stop where the ship anchors offshore and small boats ferry passengers to the pier.