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Port Excursion Cost Calculator
Ship-run excursions cost more but guarantee the ship waits for you — see exactly how much independent tours could save (or risk) across your whole itinerary.
The transport-back risk buffer
Independent tours don't come with a guarantee the ship will wait if you're running late — the risk buffer models the extra cost of a faster taxi back, or a worst-case missed-ship contingency, so the comparison isn't just "cheapest price wins."
When ship excursions are worth the premium
Tight itineraries with a short port call, ports with unreliable local transport, or activities like scuba certification dives that need vetted operators are all cases where the ship-run premium buys real peace of mind, even when the raw price gap looks large.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add more than the default three ports?
Yes — use the “Add another port” button for up to six ports, and remove any row you don't need with the × button.
What if a port has no good independent option?
Set the independent price and risk buffer to match what a ship excursion costs (or leave the ship price only) so that port doesn't skew your total independent-tour savings.
Does this include tips for independent tour guides?
No — add any tour-guide tipping to the gratuity calculator's extra tips section, or fold an estimate into the risk buffer here.