What can I do in port?
Wherever your ship docks, you’re bound to find something fun and exciting to fill your day ashore. You can explore on your own, or join a guided Holland America Line shore excursion designed around your pace and interests.
Explore on your own
Some port days are perfect for wandering, you set the rhythm, choose the sights, and follow whatever looks inviting in the moment. Keep an eye on the all-aboard time, plan a comfortable buffer for returning to the ship, and pick a route that matches how you like to travel, whether that means local cafés, museums, markets, or a quiet beach afternoon.
Choose a guided shore excursion
If you want logistics handled with care, Holland America shore excursions are the easy on-ramp to meaningful time ashore, with options ranging from relaxed sightseeing to higher-energy adventures.
Book early for the best selection
After you have booked your cruise, reserve shore excursions online as soon as you can, because popular experiences can fill up and earlier planning gives you more choice.