Where to Ride: the 2 Best Shore Excursions Worldwide

1.Cruise Excursion Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Rail Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 101 reviews · from $36Our pick

Start at Dun Laoghaire Harbour, collect your rail tickets, and ride to Pearse Station in about 20 to 25 minutes. Your one-day DoDublin pass then covers live-guided sightseeing around Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Guinness Storehouse, Phoenix Park, and more. Guides such as Damien, Mary, Davey, and Tyrone are known for warm, lively commentary.

“From the friendly and helpful agents at the cruise terminal to the knowledgeable bus drivers and the interesting route, this Dublin city excursion option is well worth experiencing.”

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2.Shore Excursion: Private Walking Tour with Funicular

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $116Top rated

Walk through Lower and Upper Old Quebec with a private guide, then ride the funicular between the city’s levels. Expect Place Royale, Petit Champlain, Château Frontenac, the basilica, Parliament, the Plains of Abraham, and Terrasse Dufferin. Guides such as Murielle, Yves, Ann, Diane, and Richard tailor the pace and stories to your group.

“Lynn, our tour guide in Quebec City, was very knowledgeable and pleasant to listen to. Thank you for a very enjoyable morning! I even bought two scarves from the store she recommended and am admiring them today!”

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