Royal Caribbean Enhances Land Excursions in Europe

Royal Caribbean International is offering more land excursion options in 55 ports in 22 European countries. New options include private tour arrangements as well as exclusive family-friendly tours. Royal Caribbean is introducing customizable half- or full-day private shore excursions with private vehicles on their own or with an English-speaking guide.

These are available in 13 ports of call in Egypt, Finland, Greece, Israel, Italy, Sweden and Turkey, in addition to previously introduced private tours in Russia. Royal Caribbean excursion specialists can create custom arrangements or simply provide a private vehicle for an existing tour. Both private and custom arrangements accommodate up to 10 people and can be initiated online.

To accommodate multigenerational travelers, the line is debuting half-day excursions designed for families. Examples include “Pizza Making for Families” in Sorrento, Italy, and sea kayaking in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Royal Caribbean also introduced 14 additional “easy” tours for a total of 33.

Featuring vehicles adapted with access ramps or lifts when available, new and existing “easy” shore excursions cater to individuals who have difficulty walking or standing for extended periods or who use wheelchairs full time. European sightseeing for these guests includes exploring the quaint town of Trogir from Split, Croatia; wine tastings in Sardinia; and coach tours highlighting historical landmarks and local artistry, such as Florence’s famed Michelangelo Square and leather factories.

Royal Caribbean is pre-purchasing Chorus Pass tickets from the Venetian Chorus Association, a non-profit entity tasked with safeguarding, conserving and restoring the architectural and artistic heritage of churches in Venice. Guests onboard Brilliance of the Seas will receive a complimentary Chorus Pass ticket ($13 value), providing access to 16 churches in Venice, with the purchase of each Shuttle Bus Pass.