🛳️ NEW! Viator Tool Makes Booking Shore Excursions So Much Easier
Jul 8
Here's how to use their new cruise itinerary tool + why I love it
If you’ve ever cruised before, you know the excitement of exploring a new port… and the overwhelm of figuring out what to do in each destination. Do I book through the cruise line? Do I venture out and find something local? Where do I even start?
✨ Enter Viator’s new Shore Excursion feature. ✨
This brand-new tool just launched (available on the desktop version of Viator), and it’s a game changer for cruise travelers who want to make the most of their trip without the stress.
💡 What’s Viator's New Shore Excursions Tool?
Viator now has a dedicated “Shore Excursions” tab that lets you:
✅ Select your cruise line and ship
✅ Input your sailing dates
✅ Instantly populate your entire cruise itinerary—port by port
✅ Browse curated excursion options for each stop, all in one place
No more digging through Google or cross-checking dates. It’s all organized and ready to go, custom to your exact sailing. 🙌
🔍 Why I’m Loving This (and How I Use It Personally)
I’m a travel agent who lives and breathes Virgin Voyages—and I’m also a traveler who loves a well-planned port day. But even for me, sorting through excursions for every stop can be time-consuming.
Now? I pop in my cruise details, and boom—instant options. For my past sailings, I’ve actually booked a mix:
Some excursions directly through Virgin Voyages (especially when timing is tight or I want something super curated)
Others through Viator when I want a unique, local experience—or to save a bit
Using both gives me the best of both worlds.
🧭 What Kind of Excursions Can You Expect?
Viator partners with highly-rated, vetted operators in every major cruise port. You’ll find:
Beach day passes
Local food tours
Private boat charters
City walking tours
Scuba/snorkel trips
Cultural experiences
Airport and Transfer services
And even accessible or family-friendly options
What I love most? You can read reviews, see photos, and book with confidence—plus, many options offer "reserve now/pay later" and free cancellation just in case plans change.
🛒 Want to Try It Out?
👉 Head to this link and try out the feature for yourself: https://www.viator.com/cr10086-i1-0-d4345-g24-c4032
It costs you nothing extra—and booking through this link supports my business so I can keep bringing you tips, guides, and destination inspo. 🧡 This is pre-populated with a Virgin Voyage, but you can change to any ship/itinerary.
✨ Final Thoughts
I’ll always be honest: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to cruise excursions. Some days, it makes sense to go with the cruise line. Other days, Viator’s offerings are more flexible or offer better pricing.
But now that Viator’s shore excursion tool makes everything so streamlined, it’s officially part of my pre-cruise planning routine—and I know you’re going to love it too.
📩 Have questions about an upcoming cruise? Want help picking the right mix of excursions? Let’s talk. I’m here to help.
Thank you!
Kristin
