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The 15 Best USA Shore Excursions

47 tours  ·  from $31 a head

The 15 best usa shore excursions you can book for a day ashore, with what each costs, how long it runs and how far it goes from the berth. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach - Starting in Hilo and adjusting to the 2026 route
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

1.Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,338 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $159Our pick

This six-hour Hilo shore excursion takes you to Kilauea’s steam vents, crater views, Thurston Lava Tube, Richardson Black Sand Beach, and a macadamia nut stop. Guides such as Robert, Jess, Donna, and Hannibal are known for lively island stories. Port pickup, park fees, and bottled water are included.

“Robert’s fascinating and energetic narration was terrific! He also shepherded us, took our group photos for us, and shared lots of interesting local tidbits of info. We could not have done this on our own. HIGHLY recommend Robert! His wife Jessica is also a tour guide.”

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Skagway Shore Excursion: Full-Day Tour of the Yukon - Tutshi Lake and the first big views
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Skagway Shore Excursion: Full-Day Tour of the Yukon

2.Full-Day Tour of the Yukon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $173Top rated

Ride from Skagway to the Yukon with guides such as Connor, Mike, Andrew, and Garrit. Expect frequent photo stops at Tutshi Lake, Emerald Lake, Carcross Desert, and Lake Bennett, plus lunch, a wildlife museum, and huskies at Wild Adventure Yukon.

“It was a wonderful day tour of the Yukon, with great commentary. A professional company with loads of buses, and they pick you up straight from the cruise ship which is always a plus . Our guide Garrit was fabulous.”

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Skagway Shore Excursion: Half-Day Tour to the Yukon Border and Suspension Bridge - Waterfalls, railroad history, and Gold Rush context
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Skagway Shore Excursion: Half-Day Tour to the Yukon Border and Suspension Bridge

3.Half-Day Tour to the Yukon Border and Suspension Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 543 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $138

Ride from Skagway into British Columbia and the Yukon with guides such as Connor, Andrew, Mike, or Garrett. Expect a small-group minibus, frequent photo stops, Gold Rush stories, White Pass scenery, wildlife watching, and a crossing of the Yukon Suspension Bridge. A valid passport is required.

“It was a wonderful experience with Debra as a driver. She was very patient informative and stopped at every possible scenic place. She even took pictures of us. Yukon is beautiful and suspension bridge is a must see . Skagway.”

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Juneau Shore Excursion: Helicopter Tour and Guided Icefield Walk - The first 15 minutes: mountains from the air
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Juneau Shore Excursion: Helicopter Tour and Guided Icefield Walk

4.Helicopter Tour and Guided Icefield Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 536 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $440

Fly from Juneau over the Juneau Icefield, land on Herbert Glacier, and walk across snow and ice with your pilot-guide. The 2.5-hour outing includes port pickup, transport, boots, and rain gear if needed. Pilots such as Cameron, Cody, Max, Keith, and Markus have been praised for smooth flights and clear explanations.

“Very enjoyable and educational experience to walk on a glacier and tour by helicopter. The pilot and staff were friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic.”

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Skagway Shore Excursion Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour - Meeting your van at the Skagway port
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Skagway Shore Excursion Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour

5.Skagway Shore Excursion Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 513 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $145

You’ll hike 2 miles through rainforest on the Chilkoot Trail, climb about 300 feet, then float the Taiya River for 40 minutes. Guides such as Danny, Owen, Rachel, and Dominic add local stories, plant knowledge, and Klondike history. Expect a moderate, wet-weather outing with port pickup and snacks.

“We really enjoyed our hike and float with Skagway Float Tours and highly recommend for an excursion. The experience was exactly as described and Erin was a great guide and very knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the area, the trees, various fungi, lichen, and berries we encountered along the way. I thought the hike was only moderately difficulty in some places, but the poles they provided did come in handy. They also provide boots for the float and dry bags for both shoes and backpacks.”

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Skagway Shore Excursion: White Pass Summit and Skagway City Tour - Gold Rush Cemetery and the story behind Skagway
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Skagway Shore Excursion: White Pass Summit and Skagway City Tour

6.White Pass Summit and Skagway City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 417 reviews · from $72

Join Frontier Excursions & Adventures for a 2.5 to 3-hour mini-bus tour from Skagway’s cruise terminal to White Pass Summit. Guides such as Beverly, Garrett, and Aaron combine Gold Rush stories with stops at waterfalls, the Captain William Moore Bridge, Summit Lake, Tormented Valley, and the Welcome to Alaska sign.

“Great alternative to the train. A few stops along the way made it more meaningful. Our guide Beverly is superb.”

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens - Thurston Lava Tube, a short walk into the rainforest
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens

7.Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

This five-and-a-half-hour Hilo tour visits Kilauea, steam vents, Halema'uma'u Crater, Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, Rainbow Falls, Big Island Candies, and Lili'uokalani Gardens. Small groups, port pickup, park admission, water, and island chips are included.

“Fabulous tour guide and great sights/itinerary! Comfortable ride with very thorough information and history..”

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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park - Finding The Rock or Ward Cove pickup
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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

8.Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

You’ll ride seven ziplines, cross eight canopy ropes, and tackle bridges, swinging steps, and a 50-foot climbing tower with guides such as Eli, Mallory, Frank, and Shea. Expect a small-group outing, forest views, a possible sea-lion sighting, and round-trip transport from Ketchikan port.

“Blindly book n go. You will not be disappointed. We as a family all of us enjoyed this every bit n highly would recommend”

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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand - Kaumana Caves: the tour’s most physical stop
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Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

9.Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 363 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $154

Ride with a local guide such as Ellen, Troy, Dave, or Lori through Hilo’s volcanic country. Walk into a Mauna Loa lava tube, see lava tree molds, visit black-sand shores, and trace Kilauea’s destruction near Pahoa and Leilani Estates.

“It was really good the driver was really knowledgeable about the entire trip she was very helpful and friendly”

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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking - The van ride from Ketchikan to Clover Pass
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Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking

10.Eagle Island Sea Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 359 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

Leave Ketchikan by van for Clover Pass and a guided tandem kayak trip toward Eagle Island. Guides such as Eli, Sarah, Katie, and Mallory help beginners manage the boats while you watch for eagles, seals, sea lions, starfish, salmon, and possibly humpback whales or orcas.

“My wife and I booked our excursion through Viator and were the only group that went out that morning. Eli was a great guide. The water was for the most part very calm. The kayak had a rudder which made maneuvering very easy. We had close encounters with sea lions, harbor seals and bald eagles. We had an awesome time and would recommend this tour to everyone.”

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Skagway Shore Excursion: Yukon Discovery Tour - The White Pass route and its photo stops
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Skagway Shore Excursion: Yukon Discovery Tour

11.Yukon Discovery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 256 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $185

Take a six-hour coach trip from Skagway through White Pass into Yukon, stopping at waterfalls, lakes, mountain overlooks, and wildlife sites. Guides such as Raymond, Clay, Rebecca, and Garrett are known for lively local stories. Lunch, coffee, and tea are included, with an optional dog-mushing ride.

“Scenic bus drive through the mountains. We loved the view from Emerald Lake. We saw two bears and some goats high up in the mountains. The kennel was fun for the kids. We debated the mush sled but didn’t feel like it was worth the money. The best part of the experience was our driver Tim who had hilarious stories and anecdotes. He also doubled as our professional photographer to find us the best places to capture the best angles. Would recommend the experience to other large families.”

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Skagway Shore Excursion: Scenic River Float Tour - Who will enjoy this Skagway excursion?
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Skagway Shore Excursion: Scenic River Float Tour

12.Scenic River Float Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102

You’ll ride from Skagway to Dyea Valley, then float about 40 minutes down the Taiya River in a raft holding up to 11 people. Guides such as Owen, Erin, Danny, and Rachel share local history and point out eagles, seals, and possible bears. The outing suits families and mixed-age groups.

“This was hands down one of the best experiences we had in Alaska. Honestly, this was my favorite excursion, I could have floated all day. The tour guide was extremely accommodating of kids - they provided car seats upon our request - and they were kind enough to have five kids and four adults on the tour. We had some communication prior to the tour and there was always a prompt response.”

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Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal Transfers - Port Canaveral to Orlando Airport: the higher-risk direction
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Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal Transfers

13.Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 218 reviews · from $31Best value

Book a one-way, air-conditioned shared shuttle between Orlando Airport or nearby hotels and Port Canaveral. The ride takes about 45 to 60 minutes after all pickups, with vehicles for groups of up to 20. You can travel to the cruise terminal or return to the airport.

“Trip to port was fine, they were a no show when it came time to get picked up from terminal to MCO…disappointing.”

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Boston Shore Excursion: Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour - Starting at Black Falcon Terminal
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Boston Shore Excursion: Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

14.Boston Shore Excursion: Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 193 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $52

Ride three narrated Boston trolley loops for one day, from the cruise terminal and Seaport to Faneuil Hall, Beacon Hill, Fenway Park, Copley Square, and the USS Constitution. Guides such as Benny, Rocky, and Timbo add local stories, but busy days can mean long waits and full trolleys.

“Driver was very kind and relaxed despite the difficulties with driving a big bus in small spaces with traffic. He was quite interesting with information about Boston & stories. We saw a lot in the short time we were on the tour.”

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San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour - Starting at Seaport Village near the cruise terminal
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San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

15.San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $53

You’ll ride an amphibious vehicle from Seaport Village through downtown San Diego and into the bay. Expect about 30 minutes on land and 60 minutes on the water, with guides such as Kim, Dan, or Marlene sharing military, maritime, and wildlife details. Bring a jacket, and keep your camera ready for sea lions and pelicans.

“My family and I enjoyed one tour. Kim was very knowledgeable. So many different ships they all had a interesting story behind them. The sea lions were out the seagulls are huge. The boat ride itself was awesome.”

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