Top USA Shore Excursions - page 10

Segways aren’t just for sidewalks, and Alaska’s trails aren’t just for avid outdoorsmen. On this small-group tour, you’ll meet your guide, hop on a quick shuttle ride up the coast, and get fitted for your Segway wilderness adventure. Riding your way down the Nordic ski trail, you’ll zoom along—while learning about—alpine meadows, through groves of Sitka spruce and old-growth forests, and under snow-capped mountains.

Combine a visit to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial with a guided tour of downtown Honolulu during this tour from Waikiki and pack in more in just one day. First, visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center and learn about the WWII site at your own pace. Then, head off on a guided tour to see main Honolulu sites such as Iolani Palace and National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.

When you only have a limited time to explore Hawaii while your cruise ship docks at the Port of Hilo, it can be tough to know where to begin. Take in views of Kilauea—the world’s most active volcano—visit Richardson Black Sand Beach, and witness the thundering waters of Rainbow Falls on this full-day small-group shore excursion.

Make the most of your time in San Francisco, and get ready to discover its top attractions all in one excursion: this private driving tour is designed as a comprehensive introduction to the city. Following pickup at your hotel, travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. You can look forward to seeing Coit Tower, the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, Fisherman’s Wharf, and more—plus additional sights you’re most interested in.

Experience the wildlife of the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve on a half-day tour from Haines that features a 1.5-hour float trip aboard a sturdy raft. The preserve is known to have the world's largest concentration of bald eagles, and other native animals such as moose, otters, and bears. Learn about Alaska's pristine wilderness from your guide, and stop for lunch at a scenic spot before returning to Haines. Your tour includes lunch, guide, raft tour, and port pickup and drop-off.

Discover the USS Arizona Memorial with a guide and explore this somber side of American history. See the Lone Sailor Statue, the USS Arizona’s anchor and bell, and the Submarine Memorial, gaining fresh insight into America’s path to WW2. Relax with a stress-free transfer to and from Honolulu Airport, Honolulu Port, or your hotel in Waikiki.

Discover the beauty of California’s famed Central Coast wine region on an all-inclusive Santa Ynez wine tour from Santa Barbara. Relax in a luxury passenger van as breathtaking landscapes lead you to the Santa Ynez Valley, where you’ll enjoy exclusive tastings at three partner wineries. With lunch, snacks, and insights from a knowledgeable local guide included, this is more than a tour—it’s a curated wine experience.

Explore the Everglades National Park with a naturalist guide, including an airboat ride and a nature walk, on this half-day tour. Learn about the area ecosystems and view alligators and local birdlife. On the smaller air boat, travel way out far from land and become immersed in the culture and remote beauty of the Native way of life, including a stop to a Native tree island village or two. A narrated scenic drive led by the master naturalist and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental in Miami, Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale, or the port in Ft. Lauderdale or Miami included.

Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is a blockbuster sight on the Big Island, but reaching the park from the Hilo port on your own can be time-consuming. On this small-group driving tour, save hours with port pickup and head straight to the park’s highlights, including the steam vents and Kilauea Caldera overlook. This leaves enough time to also visit the Japanese Lili'uokalani Gardens, Rainbow Falls, and Big Island Candies.

Combine two of San Francisco’s most popular experiences in a single outing with a small-group city tour and a visit to Alcatraz. Explore the city in an open-air safari jeep, taking in landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks, and distinctive neighborhoods along the way. Then continue to Alcatraz for a self-guided audio tour that brings the island’s fascinating prison history to life.

Discover a side of Oahu that many visitors miss on this guided, small-group snorkeling tour of Hanauma Bay. Formed within a volcanic cone, Hanauma Bay offers a pristine marine ecosystem and wealth of wildlife, and is an ideal environment for an underwater adventure. High-quality snorkeling equipment, plus a flotation device and professional instruction, are included. Note: You must be able to swim to join this tour.

Make the most of limited time in San Diego by combining two experiences in one—a food–themed walking tour and a trip to Coronado Island. Led by a guide, discover local eateries and foodie hot spots you might miss otherwise—such as an award-winning taco shop and bites at a fish market. Conveniently, round-trip ferry transfers to Coronado Island are included, as well as all your food tastings along the way.

There’s a ton to do in Kauai, but seeing the highlights in one day can be difficult without a car and a guide. See the best of the island while leaving the driving to someone else on a full-day private tour through the island’s scenic landscape, visiting spots such as the Waimea Canyon, the Kauai Coffee Company, and the Captain Cook monument along the way.

This trip puts a rod in every guest’s hand and gives you a crack at whatever species catch the scent trail your guide sets up on the bottom. This is an intimate fishing experience with 5 or 6 guests and a guide tucked into a hardtop aluminum cabin cruiser out on the halibut flats. Weather can be unpredictable, but a major advantage of fishing the Inside Passage is that there’s almost always a place we can hide behind an island, sheltering us from weather blowing in from the open sea. At our company, we don’t worry about fuel burn. We want our guides to go where guests have the best chance at the most active fishing. Compared to most half-day charters in Alaska, these trips will carry guests farther into more distant and productive waters. That means a better chance at the fish, more coastal scenery, and a better chance at spotting wildlife like whales, sea lions, and porpoises!

Immerse yourself in Alaska's icy beauty—without the hassle of organizing logistics—with this small-group guided hike on Matanuska Glacier. Departing from Anchorage, enjoy the views en route to the glacier where your guide leads you across the frozen expanse, unraveling the glacier's secrets and geological marvels while you marvel at towering ice formations and navigate crevasses. Essential gear including Yaktrax, jacket, hat, and mitten is provided for your comfort and safety.

Ditch crowded cruises on a private boat in Miami that fits up to 12 people. Bring your friends and loved ones aboard and share a toast with a complimentary bottle of champagne. For roughly 2 hours, take in skyline views and, depending on the time of day, the sunset. This private tour is available in English and Spanish.

Put your sea legs to good use while in port and see San Diego’s sights by both land and water on a shore excursion by amphibious vehicle. Listen to stories that bring San Diego’s history to life as you travel along the water’s edge, then steer straight into San Diego Bay. Take in sweeping views of SeaWorld, watch for the seals and sea lions that play, eat and bask at Quivira Basin, and return to your ship along the scenic Harbor Drive.

Skip the rental car and let a local guide handle the driving through Hawaii’s sprawling landscapes. This half-day tour covers Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kilauea crater, the Nahuku lava tube, Richardson Black Sand Beach, and Rainbow Falls with lunch included—you won't waste time figuring out where to eat or which sites matter most. Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Hilo area add convenience to your day in paradise.

Experience the top sights of Seattle and the majestic Snoqualmie Waterfalls in a single day on a small-group sightseeing tour. In addition to a driving tour of the city’s highlights, this robust and well-paced itinerary includes a visit to Boehms Candies for handmade chocolates, a stroll at the offbeat Gas Works Park, a photo opportunity with the Fremont Troll, and more. A scenic visit to the Snoqualmie Falls completes your Seattle adventure.

Explore Molokini’s best snorkeling sites on this 3-hour small-boat excursion from Maui. Take a small boat to Molokini Crater for snorkeling at an uncrowded part of the shoreline to see colorful coral, fish, and sea turtles. You’ll also stop at Le Perouse Bay’s Turtle Town for swimming with turtles, and if it’s whale season, whale spotting is likely. Go places the larger boats can’t reach with local guides.

Oahu isn’t just suntans and beaches, and understanding its history is an important part of appreciating the island. On this small-group tour, you’ll get a half-day to pack in the most important sites: You’ll take a boat to the sunken USS *Arizona*, visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, witness the Iolani Palace and Aloha Tower, and more. Away from the crowds, you’ll get a more meaningful Oahu experience.

Cruise in style through Washington DC on a private limousine tour of the nation’s capital. Pick a departure time that works best for you, meet your driver at your preferred local address, and hop aboard your luxury vehicle. Then, sit back and relax as you cruise through the city, looking out for highlights like the White House, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and more.

Escape Skagway with a visit to Chilkoot Lake State Park in Haines. Board a high-speed catamaran in Skagway and fly through the water to Haines, admiring steep fjord walls and unnamed waterfalls along the way. Meet your naturalist guide at the park entrance, and discover a lake rimmed by snowy mountains, a river bursting with salmon, Tlingit cultural sites, and wildlife including bald eagles, brown bears, and harbor seals.

Go for a thrilling ride high above the Florida coast and see Destin from the sky with this small-group parasailing experience. Bring one or two members of your family or friendship circle for the trip and fly together with the help of your sailing crew below. First-timers are more than welcome.