Already known for its longer port stays and a culturally immersive approach to destination cruising, Azamara recently introduced “Cruise Global, Stay Local” excursions from its midsize vessels. From $4,549 per person, azamaraclubcruises.comAn Aymara woman walking along the lake Titicaca in the surroundings of Plateria, Bolivia. “We start at 3,600 meters,” or nearly 12,000 feet, said Jannie Cloete, director of Silversea Experiences. Photo: Royal Caribbean Cruise LineCELEBRITY CRUISESBucket-List BonusEven larger cruise lines are offering overnight excursions: Celebrity now plans overland multiday adventures to high-profile destinations such as Machu Picchu, the Taj Mahal and Angkor Wat (pictured). Along with a night at the Cape Trib Beach House resort, guests can go for a “dreamtime walk” in the Mossman Gorge of the Daintree Rainforest, before resuming their undemanding cruise.

Source: Wall Street Journal December 07, 2017 18:26 UTC