General Info Advantages of booking shore excursions with Portside Tours Save money At Portside Tours, shore excursions are offered at a savings of up to 40% below cruise ship prices. Quality guaranteed Portside Tours provides the best transportation available in each port of call, and the highest quality fully licensed local guides. Our services will meet your highest expectations. Save time While on board, enjoy your cruise ship's full amenities. Your tours have been arranged ahead of time by Portside Tours so there will not be any time away from the spa or ship's entertainment because you have to wait in line to order your tours from the Ship's Shore Excursion Desk Full refund when port of call is cancelled Portside Tours will provide a full refund should a port of call be missed. If conditions make it impossible for the ship to dock and disembark passengers, the tour will be cancelled and a full refund will be made. Easy ticketing and tour departures When you purchase your shore excursions on line with Portside Tours, you will receive vouchers with departure times and location prior to your departure from home. In each port of call, a Portside Tours local representative will meet you on the pier, and direct you to your motorcoach. You will not waste your time waiting in a lounge to disembark the vessel. Leisure time and flexibility Enjoy time at leisure during lunch time to explore, shop or sample some local food. In all the cities where it is safe to wander freely, we do not include lunch with your tour. You can choose to eat in a fancy restaurant, or grab a quick bite in a small cafe and explore further during your free time. We always give you free time in one of the most interesting areas of the city. We understand that your time in port is limited and we want you to get the most out of it! Important Information Because some of the shore excursions offered by Portside Tours are in high demand and may sell out quickly, we recommend that you book your tours early to avoid any disappointment. Thank you for choosing Portside Tours. Your business is important to us.