The best way to experience a destination? Through its cuisine. From baking in historic kitchens to exploring vibrant markets with local chefs, culinary shore excursions reveal the heart and flavor of each region. Scenic Cruises Savor the essence of Europe with Scenic Cruises, from chef-led market tours in Provence to exclusive vineyard tastings in Bordeaux. Michelin-inspired cooking classes and scenic cycling through world-renowned wine regions offer immersive tastes of local life.

Oceania Cruises With 46 Culinary Discovery Tours™ that go beyond the table—like foraging sea herbs in Belfast or savoring teppanyaki in Kobe—these intimate, chef-led experiences, limited to just 18 guests, provide rare behind-the-scenes access to local markets, traditions, and culinary craftsmanship.

Explora Journeys Explore the world through its flavors—sip barrel-aged rum at Martinique’s Rhum Clément estate or savor fresh seafood after snorkeling Curaçao’s vibrant reefs. Guided by local experts, each tour offers a deeper, more authentic experience.

Holland America Line Culinary shore excursions offer a gateway to local culture. Cook island specialties with Chef Helmi Smeulders in Curaçao, sample authentic jerk at Miss T’s Kitchen in Jamaica, or tour a historic Barbadian rum estate with guided tastings. In every port, taste the stories locals love to share.

Virgin Voyages Shore Things delivers casual, insider culinary adventures. In Saint Maarten, Chef Sydney guides small groups to handpick fresh produce, master traditional Caribbean dishes, and dine together in a rustic wine-cellar setting. Every tour is paced to return you comfortably on time—no stress, just great food and culture.