NCL reveals new excursion categories to help guests uncover more of each destination

NCL reveals new excursion categories to help guests uncover more of each destination
Edited by Travel Weekly


    Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled six new shore excursion categories to help guests uncover more of each destination they visit, including Europe, Asia, South America, Australia, Africa and the Middle East.

    “We are committed to delivering unparalleled experiences across our fleet and the over 400 destinations we visit,” said David Herrera, NCL president. “Travellers are looking for more immersive vacations, from longer itineraries to more authentic experiences, which is why together with our destination partners we’ve created a collection of new on-shore offerings designed to create unforgettable moments for our guests.”

    New categories:

    Beyond Blueprints: A bespoke selection of 15 tours that uncover the design secrets and stories of some of Europe’s architectural landmarks, including those in Barcelona, Lisbon, Belfast, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Oslo and Helsinki. Examples include:

    • La Villa Mediterranée and MUCEM in Marseille, France
    • Victoria Square and Titanic Belfast in Belfast, Northern Ireland
    • Riverside Museum and Glasgow Science Museum in Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland

    Gourmet Tours: Designed for the foodie-driven traveller, this suite of experiences takes guests behind the scenes to uncover the secrets behind local cuisine of some of Europe’s most iconic culinary destinations. Examples of shore excursions that offer a true taste of travel include:

    • Castello Di Siza & Sicilian Luncheon in Palermo (Sicily), Italy
    • Folkloric-Gastronomical Experience in Olympia (Katakolon), Greece
    • Seasonal Gastro-cultural Experience in Barcelona, Spain

    Ortigia street market (iStock)

    Go Local: Guest will uncover the everyday rhythms and customs of life in destinations as diverse as Europe, Asia, South America and South Africa. These tours are designed to offer authentic cultural experiences that connect guests to locals, while showcasing how the locals live, work, eat and play:

    • A Day at the Farm in Kusadasi, Turkey
    • Lisbon Soul in Lisbon, Portugal
    • Explore Florence Like a Local in Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy

    Let’s Take a Selfie: Already proving very popular, these excursions deliver the ultimate destination photos in worldwide locations. Examples include:

    • Santorini, Greek Isles
    • St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
    • Cartagena De Indias, Colombia

    Small Group Tours: With no more than 16 guests per group, these tours provide a more intimate experience of some of the most popular NCL excursions available in idyllic destinations like Italy, Greece and Spain. Examples include:

    • Captivating Malaga in Spain
    • Highlights of Cagliari in Sardinia, Italy
    • Best of Corfu, Greek Isles

    Barcelona, Spain (Supplied)

    Design Your Day: These bespoke experiences are curated for the individual traveller, from private wine tastings to a five-course dining experience at a Michelin starred restaurant. Design Your Day experiences are available to book by calling NCL.

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