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Bermuda Tours and Shore Excursions: A Specialist's Guide

 
Updated: May 2026 
Once you have had your fill of the beaches, you will want real time to explore Bermuda. Over the years I have helped thousands of readers plan their days here, and one question keeps coming back. What is actually the best way to see the island? 
 
It depends on your group size, your budget, how much time you have, and how much planning you enjoy. Below I have laid out every practical option, with current prices and the trade-offs, so you can pick what fits your trip. 
 
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How to Pick the Right Tour for You

 
If you are a couple or a small group with 3 to 5 hours to spare, a Blue Flag taxi is usually the smartest pick. If you have a full day and want company, a group minibus tour costs less per head. If you like maps and walking, the public buses and ferries can take you almost anywhere on the island for very little money. If you want to be on the water, you have a wide range of boat options out of the Royal Naval Dockyard. 
 
For cruise passengers with just one day, the most common mistake I see is booking shore excursions through the cruise line at a steep markup. Local operators almost always cost less for a similar route. You can read more in my Cruise Guide. 
 

1. Guided Minibus and Van Tours

 
Minibus and van tours are great when you want someone else to handle the planning. You join a small group, and the driver, who usually doubles as a guide, takes you through the main attractions over half a day or a full day. Larger groups can charter a private minibus or coach, and then you can customize the route. 
 
A minibus carries up to 15 passengers and a van takes fewer. Larger buses go up to 30. Most departures are from the Royal Naval Dockyard near the cruise piers, and a few operate from Hamilton or pick you up at your hotel for an extra fee. 
 
A typical full island minibus run lasts 5 to 7 hours and covers Somerset Bridge (the smallest drawbridge in the world), Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, the south shore pink sand beaches, Hamilton City, and the historic town of St. George. Some tours include a lunch stop at a Bermudian restaurant. 
 
cover2 Ricky’s Minibus Bermuda 
Photo: Ricky's Minibus Tours 
 
Operators worth looking at first are Bermudaful Island Tours, Ricky's Minibus Tours run by Kevin, and Byways. Each has its own approach and route. For the full list of operators, current contact details, and tour formats, go to Minibus and Bus Tours in Bermuda. 
 
You can also compare current departures and book on Viator: 
 
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2. Boating and Sailing Tours

 
Bermuda's waters are the best reason many of you come here, and the boat tour scene is wide. Most departures are from the Royal Naval Dockyard, with some from Hamilton and St. George. You will find sailing yachts, catamarans, motorboats, and glass bottom vessels. 
 
Catamaran Tour in Bermuda 
Photo: Restless Native 
 
The main types of water tours are: 
 
Glass bottom tours that take you over coral reefs and a partially submerged 19th century shipwreck HMS Vixen in the western waters, with running commentary and a fish feeding stop. See Glass Bottom boat tour. 
 
Sunset sailing on a yacht or catamaran with cocktails on board. See Sightseeing and Sunset boat tour. 
 
Snorkel cruises that anchor over reefs or wrecks, usually for about 2 hours of in water time. See Bermuda Snorkel Tours. 
 
Guided kayak tours along the coast or in calm harbors. Some operators offer clear bottom kayaks with LED lights for evening paddles. See Bermuda Kayak Tours. 
 
Jet ski tours that glide under Somerset Bridge into Ely's Harbour, with a chance of spotting turtles. See Bermuda Jet Ski Tours. 
 
Helmet diving with Hartley's, where you walk on the seabed in a helmet that lets you breathe normally. No swimming experience is needed. Current rates are $150 per adult and $130 per child for a 3.5 hour outing, and it runs from April through October. See Bermuda Bermuda Helmet Diving. 
 
You can also pull up live availability and book directly on Viator. 
 
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3. Self Guided Bermuda Excursions on Your Own

 
This is the section many of you ask me about most. You can absolutely tour Bermuda on your own and save a lot of money in the process. The public bus and ferry system is reliable, air conditioned, and reaches nearly every place you would want to visit. 
 
The smartest move for a self-guided day is to buy a transportation pass. As of 2025, a 1 day adult pass is $19, a 2 day pass is $31.50, a 3 day pass is $44, a 4 day pass is $48.50, and a 7 day pass is $62. Child passes (ages 5 to 16) are roughly half. 
 
The same pass works on both buses and ferries, which is unbeatable value if you plan to move around. You can buy passes at Visitor Information Centres in the Dockyard, Hamilton, and St. George, or at the Hamilton Bus and Ferry Terminals. 
 
For one off cash rides, the bus fare is $3.50 for short hops (up to 3 zones) and $5 for longer rides (up to 14 zones). Drivers do not give change. Cash is not accepted on ferries, so you need tokens, tickets, or a pass for those. 
 
 
Photo: Charles Lewis 
 
Here are the self-guided routes I recommend most: 
 
Beaches, forts, and caves day. Take the ferry from Dockyard to Hamilton, then bus 10 or 11 to Crystal Caves in Hamilton Parish. Cave admission is $24 adult and $10 child for one cave, or $35 and $12 for both caves (including Fantasy Cave located in the same property). 
 
From Kings Square, take the private minibus shuttle to Tobacco Bay, then walk the short distance to Achilles Bay and Fort St. Catherine. For Alexandra Battery you will need to walk further along Barry Road or hop a taxi. Return to Kings Square and take the ferry back to Dockyard. Full step by step in A Local Day Tour of Bermuda on Public Transports. 
 
Hamilton City walk. A half day in Bermuda's capital, covering the old HSBC building, Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Victoria Park, Fort Hamilton, and the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. See Tour of Hamilton City. 
 
Hamilton City, Bermuda 
Hamilton City Bermuda 
 
St. George walking tour. Half a day inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site, covering Kings Square, the National Trust Museum at the former Globe Hotel, the Deliverance replica, St. Peter's Church (the oldest continually used Anglican church in the western hemisphere), Bridge House, and the Unfinished Church. See Heritage Town of St. George. 
 
Railway Trail. The old railway right of way is now an 18 mile walking and cycling path that runs from Somerset in the west to St. George in the east. It is split into nine sections, so you can drop in at any point. The stretches along the north shore are some of the prettiest walks I know on the island. See Bermuda Railway Trail. 
 
Walking the Bermuda Railway Trail 
 
Photo: slgckgc, cc by 2.0 
 
If walking is your thing, also see my picks in Walking Tours and Trails. For a fuller list of self-guided itineraries, see Self Guided Tours of Bermuda. 
 
You can speed up the self-guided routes by renting a scooter, an electric minicar, or a bicycle. 
 

4. Taxi Tours with Local Drivers

 
If you are with 2 to 7 people, a Bermuda taxi tour is often the best balance of price, comfort, and flexibility. You pick the route, the driver waits while you visit each site, and you go at your own pace. This is also the best option if you want a Bermuda tour led by a local. 
 
Look for a Blue Flag taxi. These taxis carry a small blue flag or a blue insignia on the bonnet, and the drivers are government certified tour guides. Many of them are walking encyclopedias of the island's history, architecture, and plant life. 
 
The Government of Bermuda sets the taxi tour rates. After the April 2024 revision, the current sightseeing rates are: 
  • 4 seater taxi (1 to 4 passengers): $60 per hour. 
  • 7 seater taxi (1 to 4 passengers): $60 per hour. 
  • 7 seater taxi (5 to 7 passengers): $85 per hour. 
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    You need to book the taxi for a minimum of 3 hours, and these rates do not change on Sundays, holidays, or at night. A 15 percent gratuity is the usual practice. Some Blue Flag certified drivers charge slightly above the government rate because they are also qualified guides, which is permitted. 
     
    A full island taxi tour typically runs 4 to 5 hours. If you can pair up with another couple, you split a 4 seater and the per person cost drops sharply. For a family of 5 to 7, a 7 seater is the most economical way to see the entire island in a day. 
     
    Taxi in Bermuda 
    Bermuda Taxi 
     
    I have profiled some of the drivers our readers have used over the years on my Bermuda Taxi Tours page, including Mills Taxi Service and Reliable Taxi Services. Wheelchair accessible taxis are also available, including Access Bermuda, which is set up for travelers with mobility needs. 
     

    5. Rent a Boat and Explore on Your Own

     
    If you have boating experience, you can rent a small boat like a Boston Whaler for half a day or a full day and explore Bermuda's protected sounds and small islands on your own. You can anchor at one of the tiny uninhabited cays for a private swim, picnic, or snorkel session. See Explore the coastline and islets on a rental boat for operators and pricing. 
     

    6. Other Ways to Tour Bermuda

     
     
    Train Trolley Tours. These are road going mini trains with audio commentary that loop around the Dockyard, Hamilton, and St. George. They run for about an hour and are an easy option if you do not want to walk much. See Train Trolley Tours. 
     
    Eco and Adventure Tours. Hiking, kayaking, and cycling tours that get you off the regular tourist track. The best known is the Hidden Gems day tour, which covers Tom Moore's Jungle (also called Walsingham Nature Reserve), a swimming cave, a blue hole for cliff jumping, Cooper's Island Nature Reserve, and a snorkel stop. The full day runs about 7 hours including lunch. See Explore the Hidden Gems and Eco and Adventure Tours. 
     
    Horse Carriage Tours. A relaxed and old fashioned way to see parts of the Dockyard, Hamilton, or St. George. Tours run from 30 minutes to an hour. See Horse Carriage Tours. 
     
    Segway Tours. A novel and easy way to get around the Dockyard or St. George without much physical effort. See Segway Tours. 
     
    Flying Tours - Aerial Views. You can now hover over Bermuda and enjoy the lovely aerial views of coastlines, beaches, shipwreck sites, historic forts, important cities and towns of the island, golf courses and spectacular landscapes from the sky in a small plane. The small aircraft is smooth and can fly low at reduced speed for great views. See Fly to see Bermuda from the sky for the tour information. 
     

    Cruise Shore Excursions: What You Need to Know

     
    Bermuda's cruise season runs from April through October, with the heaviest traffic from May to September. Outside that window most ships are not calling and many shore excursion operators are off season, so this section is for visitors arriving by ship in those months. 
     
    Where your ship docks matters more than you think. Most ships, including Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Carnival, dock at Kings Wharf or Heritage Wharf inside the Royal Naval Dockyard at the west end of the island. A few smaller cruise ships dock at the piers in Hamilton, and some Norwegian sailings dock at Pennos Wharf in St. George at the east end. 
     
    The pier you arrive at changes which tours are practical. From Dockyard you have the widest range of options sitting right at the cruise piers. From St. George you are closer to the historic town and east end beaches but further from Hamilton and the south shore. 
     
    Plan around the all aboard time. Ships typically require you back on board 30 minutes before sailing. If your all aboard is 5 pm and you want a 5 hour island tour, you cannot leave the pier later than about 11 am, and you should aim earlier to have a buffer. Always cross check the time the operator confirms against your ship's sail away time, not against the time you think you are leaving. 
     
    Your four real options for a shore excursion are: 
    Booking through the cruise line. The most convenient choice and the ship will not sail without you, but you pay a premium of roughly 30 to 50 percent over the same tour booked direct. 
     
    Booking a local operator before you sail. The best balance of price and reliability. Reserve 1 to 2 weeks ahead in peak season and ask for written confirmation. Minibus and boat operators I have covered on this site fall into this group. 
     
    Walking up to the Island Tour Centre kiosk at the Dockyard cruise piers. This is the easy fallback if you did not pre-book. They sell same day tours including minibus island tours, snorkel cruises, helmet diving with Hartley's, and the Hidden Gems day tour. Availability is tight on busy ship days, so head there as soon as you clear the gangway. 
     
    Doing it yourself by bus and ferry. By far the cheapest option. A 1 day adult transportation pass at $19 buys you unlimited rides on both buses and ferries, so a couple can cover the island for $38 versus a cruise excursion that often runs $90 to $150 per person. The trade off is planning time and a slower pace. 
     
    Rough cost comparison for two adults on a half day outing: 
  • Cruise line excursion: $180 to $300 for the pair. 
  • Local minibus group tour booked direct: $120 to $200. 
  • Blue Flag taxi for 3 hours: $180 plus tip (you set the route). 
  • DIY ferry and bus with a 1 day pass: $38. 
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    The right answer depends on how much you value time, flexibility, and avoiding planning. If this is your only day in Bermuda and you want the simplest path, the ship excursion or the kiosk are both fine. If you have done a cruise before and you are comfortable with a small amount of planning, going direct or DIY saves real money. 
     
    For port logistics, ship schedules, and customs, see my full Cruise Guide to Bermuda. 
     

    Best Time to Tour

     
    High season runs from May through September. The good minibus and taxi operators get booked solid 1 to 4 weeks in advance during this window, so reserve early. Boat tours run from about April to late October, with peak schedules from June to August. Some water activities, including Hartley's Helmet Diving, are closed from November through March. 
     
    October and early November are excellent for sightseeing on land, with mild temperatures, lower crowds, and full availability on taxis and minibuses. 
     

    Book a Tour

     
    You can compare schedules, current pricing, and reviews for almost every type of Bermuda tour, and book directly through Viator, the largest online tour service: 
     
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    About the Author
    Raj Bhattacharya By Raj Bhattacharya
    Raj has been writing about Bermuda since 2008, when he launched bermuda-attractions.com, one of the longest-standing independent guides to the island. A Certified Bermuda Specialist (Bermuda Tourism Authority), his work draws on personal visits, local contacts in Bermuda, and questions and trip reports from thousands of readers over the years.
     
     

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    Visitors' Reviews and Comments

     
     
    Alex Pacheco (March 2018) 
    looking for guided tour. I am handicapped, somewhat can walk with cane. Their is only me and my wife would like to go, don't mind others in taxi or bus. Coming in week of July 13 to 20th. Would like to take full island tour. Cost for this tour. Thanks you for your time please advise. 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) March 2018 
    You can look into 'Bermuda Island Wrap Around Tour' - a minibus tour offered by the company Bermuda Island Tours (Email: [email protected]) - you can choose from a 5-hour or 6.5 hour tour. Other than drives across the island and along south shore and Hamilton harbor, it covers several other attractions. Cost is $69 or $87 per person depending the tour you choose. The cost doesn't cover any entry fees though. 
     
    Betty (April 2016) 
    Hi Raj Great website!!!! We are arriving by cruise ship Monday April 11th-13th/2016. We have not booked a Island tour through the ship, and are hoping to be able to get something when we arrive or do we have to book ahead of time. We are not traveling with a group(just the two of us). Would we see a lot of the Island in approximate three hours? Thank you!!! 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) April 2016 
    Hi, you can book the tour on your arrival. There are plenty of operators as well as taxi drivers who are certified guides. Set minibus tours would usually show you one end of the island in about 3 hours. If you take a taxi by the hour, you can ask the driver to drive you around and try to cover west end, south shore, Hamilton and St. George. You can then see a lot. But in such short island tours you can't spend much time on the sites (for example swimming on a beach or climbing up the stairs of lighthouse, entering the caves etc). While you can see many sites, you can't do much due to lack of time. 
     
    Bernard and Flavia Remedios (February 2016) 
    Hi Raj, Are there "Hop on Hop off" buses in Bermuda. We are arriving by cruise on 30th May at 9 am and leave Kings Wharf on Tue 31st May at 5 p.m. My wife and I would like to see highlights other than museums/forts of Bermuda by cheapest means. Long walks is out of question. Therefore we want to tour by bus or mini van. Can you give us some info as to who to contact to book on line before we arrive. Any suggestions is most welcome. Anything 'fairly' cheap and reliable. Thanks 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) February 2016 
    Hi, there is no hop-on hop-off bus that tours all across the island. However there are minibuses that cover parts of the island. For example in St. George there is hop-on hop-off beach minibus that takes you around the beaches and forts at the eastern part, another one covers St. Davids. Round trip beach shuttles operate from dockyard for Horseshoe Bay Beach in Southampton. If you want to cover the highlights of entire island, there are two options relatively economical than the rest, but Bermuda is far from cheap, so a real cheap option is non existent in the island in anything you do: 1) Take a taxi by the hour @ $50 per hour for a 4-seater (minimum 3 hours required). Ask the driver to show you the highlights, better though, go through my site and shortlist the places you want to visit and ask the driver to cover in 3-4 hours. 2) Take a group (shared) minibus tour of the island. You can consider Affordable Rides or Ricky's Minibus Tours. They have set tours of the island (half day/full day). Visit their sites and book. But I don't think this would be any cheaper for two than the first option. 
     
    Deb Van Pelt (November 2015) 
    Hi Raj, We are thinking of booking a tour with Hidden Gems summer tour which includes the caves, an ice cream, the light house etc (but they are very expensive - about $350 for two of us for the day)...I was just wondering if you'd be able to give me a referral for one of the types of tours that we see on other islands. Such as a person who owns a van - approaches you on the pier and says - we'll show you all over XXX island - anywhere you want to go - anything you want to do for $20 per person and you don't pay us until we return - and you are happy. We did that in the Caribbean and it was a fantastic tour. Do you know if people even do that in Bermuda? If so, can we feel safe with them and will they keep their word? Or do you have any other ideas? We are arriving in May 2016 and will be coming in on a Sunday the 22nd...and hopefully most everything will not be closed on Sunday (shops etc)???? I value your opinion...and thank you in advance for any ideas you may have that aren't that expensive! 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) November 2015 
    Hi, you won't find group tours in Bermuda @ $20 per person ... Bermuda is far more expensive than most of Caribbean and the US. Typically an island wide tour of about 5 hours will cost about $100 per person in minibus or van. Alternatively you can take a taxi by the hour and get around the island. For 3 hours, it'll cost you a total of $150. If you can pair up with another couple, your cost would be halved. 
     
    Carrie (July 2015) 
    I love your website! I've researched and found that we can save lots of money by planning our own excursions. My husband is skeptical of the drivers who will be taking us to our destinations. If we plan our own things would the bus transporting us be a different bus from if we booked through the cruise ship? How reliable is the ferry and buses and their drivers? 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) July 2015 
    Hi, the cruise lines usually engage a private tour operator with a minibus for the shore excursions. The public buses and ferry are different, and are operated by Bermuda Government. They are very reliable as well as comfortable (all are air conditioned and offer extensive services). You can also take group tours offered by many tour operators on minibuses and vans. They are also reliable. You can book through Island Tour Center online or at the dockyard kiosk. You will save plenty if you plan your own tours rather than going through the cruise ship. 
     
    Darlene (June 2014) 
    Thank you. We are going to go on our own on our Tuesday to Horseshoe Bay and plan to ride the bus by ourselves. On our last day, the cruise line offers snorkeling at Devil's Isle Cruise Beach or Bermuda Triangle Shipwreck Snorkel where you snorkel two difference places. I have only been snorkeling on one other vacation so I am new at this. Everything I read, says snorkeling is great at Devil's Isle more so than visiting a shipwreck. Can you give me some advise here. These are through the cruise ship and expensive so I want to do something to remember. The ride around the island to Devil's Isle seems interesting also. Can you give me some advice here. Thank you. 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) June 2014 
    Hi, Bermuda itself is known as Devil's Isle and there is no separate place in Bermuda with that name. The cruise ships coin such terms and actually offer such tours through local operators. You will save big time if you go directly through a local operator in Bermuda. There are plenty of good ones offering snorkeling trips from the cruise port (dockyard). Go through Snorkel tours. 
     
    Sally Wilson (August 2013) 
    Coming to Bermuda on the Norweigan Dawn, leaving Boston on Friday, 10/18/13. I have read a lot of great information on your site about getting around via public transportation, but just wanted to ask...are there local folks there that will act as private tour guides for our group of 6 adults? Also, if you only had these three days to see Bermuda, what would you pick? Thanks Sally 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) August 2013 
    Hi, Most tour guides in Bermuda specialize on specific areas or theme. However a good option is the Blue Flag Taxi Drivers who double up as tour guides and certified by the Bermuda Government. You can hire a taxi by the hour (minimum 3 hours) and take a half day or  even a full day tour of the island. It usually takes about 5 hours to tour the entire island by taxi and see almost all major attractions with some short breaks in between for lunch or snacks. Take a 6-passenger taxi and that would be one of the most economical and convenient ways of touring the island. One such Blue Flag taxi driver who has earned good name for himself is Lewis Foggo. Write to him ([email protected]) and he will answer all your questions. He is a very knowledgeable person. Although the 6-passenger taxis charge $55.50 per hour, the Blue Flag Certified drivers may charge a little higher. 
     
    I have discussed and suggested many itineraries in Bermuda. You too should be able to make a plan for yourself from these. If you still have any specific questions, please feel free to get back, and I'll try to help. 
     
    Tayloe Francisco (August 2013) 
    Hi Raj, I love your website. You have so much great information. That being said and reading that the Swizzle Pub is the home of the rum swizzle, isn't there another pub that claims to be the original home of the dark and stormy? Can you also tell me if there are tours available at Goslings? I read about the Gosling cruises but would enjoy a tour of the distillery if it is indeed on the islands. Thanks for all you do for Bermuda! We are going on the 25th cruise and will be there on the 27th for the standard 3 days. If you are inclined and have time I would love your idea of the things not to be missed. I have been to Bermuda before and love the blockade runner history and the home tours in St. George's town. Thanks again I going to keep reading and creating my itinerary! 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) August 2013 
    Hi, Dark n' Stormy is actually a trademarked cocktail of Gosling's. It's a mix of Black Seal Rum and Ginger Beer over ice. It's available in several pubs in Bermuda. Gosling's has no rum distillery in the island. They are blenders and have a bottling unit in Hamilton. However if you want, you can take a tour of the Dockyard Brewery who make hand crafted beer. The tour is guided by a brew master and includes food and beer tasting. You will find more details here: Dockyard Brewery 
     
    Kathy Perricone (July 2013) 
    What is the most reasonably priced way for 4 adults to tour the island in 3 or 4 hours? We are arriving on a cruise and have not booked a tour excursion. 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) July 2013 
    Hi, for a small group, a good economical way to tour Bermuda is by booking a taxi (with a blue flag fluttering in front) by the hour. Blue flag taxis have drivers who are also government certified tour guides. Tell him your plans, where you want to go and he will take you around and plan out the day properly. Approximate rate is $45-50 per hour and you need to book for a minimum of 3 hours. One of the great taxi drivers in the island is Lewis Foggo (email: [email protected]). You can write to him and make advance reservation. 
     
    Kathleen Catalano (January 2013) 
    I have been reviewing your site (great information!) and I am a first time traveler to Bermuda. I will be bringing my 91 year old mother with me on a trip that she has wanted to do for many years and would like to make this trip memorable. Obviously there are some restrictions that I have to deal with due to her age. She is mobile but walking a great deal can be an issue. I saw where you list some carriage rides that might be a great 
    option to show her around the island. We will be one Royal Caribbean and I believe we will be docking at Kings Wharf? Wasn't sure if there are any carriage rides in this particular area that I can go with her so she can enjoy some of the island. Any suggestions you have would be MOST appreciated. You have a great site and very good information for someone who has never visited the island. Best regards, 
     
    Raj(bermuda-attractions.com) January 2013 
    Hi Kathleen, Horse carriage rides are available in the dockyard area where your cruise ship docks (as well as in Hamilton and St. George). You will need to walk a short distance from the ship pier to the carriage. Marquis Ranch offers such carriage rides - they have a 30 minute ride to take you around the historic buildings and fort areas of the dockyard and also one hour ride to additionally cover the neighborhood island areas including parks, bays and residential areas. Check out Bermuda Horse Carriage Rides for more information and contact details. 
     
    Couple of other options that you may consider: 
     
    1. Duck tour ... this is an amphibious vehicle ... a bus which also becomes a boat. so you will be able to see several areas or Bermuda Western Parishes both from land and water. The tour leaves from the dockyard area. You can book the tour from the Visitors Information Center at the dockyard. Check out Bermuda Duck Tour for details. 
     
    2. The Train Trolley Ride ... a mini train which runs on road and covers the dockyard and nearby area with running audio commentary. You get to know about the places you visit and the history behind them. Visit Bermuda Train Trolley Rides for details. Note: The website of the train trolley company is not working at present. So you can only buy the tickets when you reach the island. 
     
    Elizabeth Bryant (September 2012) 
    My husband and I will be arriving on the Norwegian Dawn on 9/9/12. We have 3 things we would like to do while visiting. We want to see the beauty of the island, we would like to spend several hours at a beach and we would like a glass bottom boat excursion. My questions are: 
     
    Should we book through Norwegian or are comparably priced tours available to book at the Dockyard when we dock? Is US currency accepted on the island? And…most importantly, based on your expertise…what do you recommend? Finally…This is a great site. Thank you! 
     
    Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) September 2012 
    Hi, Booking directly with a tour operator in the island should be cheaper compared to the cruise line offered excursions. However, during the high season (as in September), most of the reputed tour operators get fully booked. So try to contact them before you leave and check out the availability. 
     
    For boating tours, visit Bermuda Boat Tours for some of my recommended tours. Choose the one that best suits you (I have given their contact information there). For other types of tours including island tours by minibus, check out Bermuda Bus Tours. 
     
    Both Unique Vacations and Byways minibus tours are great. However Byways have recently gone through ownership change and the tour design has changed and now covers both ends of the island (east and west). U.S. Currency is accepted everywhere (except in buses). So no need to convert into Bermudian currency. 
     
    Georgia Merrick (March 2012) 
    We are coming in April 22-29th. I am wondering if there are any programs that offer a look at gardens or Bermuda cooking? 
     
    Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) March 2012 
    Hi, There are several options for Garden Tours in Bermuda. The Garden Club of Bermuda organizes garden tours on request. There may be a minimum group size requirement. You can write to Felicite Davidson at [email protected] to get further information. There is a free guided 90-minute tour of Botanical Garden offered on certain days of the week. Check out Botanical Garden for details. There is another guided tour available for the gardens at Waterville followed by visit to the Paget Marsh. Check out Paget Marsh for details. 
     
    As for Bermuda Cooking, there is a festival known as Bermuda Gourmet Getaway which is held annually in the island. Renowned International and Bermudian chefs participate and prepare exotic dishes that you can sample and taste. Over the last couple of years the timings of this festival has changed. Check out Bermuda Gourmet Getaway for details and write to them if you need further information. 
     
    Amy Meadows (March 2012) 
    My husband and I will be cruising to Bermuda for the first time in June. We only get one full day in Bermuda and were thinking about following one of your excursions (the one that visits two beaches, a lighthouse, and ends in Kings Warf, where we'll be docked). My main question is regarding how up to date your website is. You are very specific with the bus numbers and ferries, just wanted to make sure that your bus schedules are still accurate enough for us to follow. Being new to Bermuda and having only one day to explore, we didn't want to spend it getting lost on the islands. Thanks for your help and website. It's given us a lot of wonderful ideas and information. 
     
    Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) March 2012 
    Hi, while I try to keep my site updated, bus and ferry timings can change. However, the routes (the numbers) that I have mentioned are good. I would recommend that you check the Bermuda Government Bus and Ferry schedules to know the exact timings and also confirm the routes. You will find the government site links for bus and ferries from the following pages: 
     
    1. Bermuda Bus Information 
     
    2. Bermuda Ferry Service 
     
    Tracy Maurer (March 2011) 
    Greetings, I have a group coming in May on cruise. There is a small group of 15 or so that want to take a 3 hours tour around the island ( private and not thru the cruiseline). I also have group coming on cruise in August. They are requiring a few tours on island there are 51 persons can you advise if this is something that you do, and if not can you advise who could do this. Thank you for your help 
     
    Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) March 2011 
    Hi, You can check out Bermuda Tours and Excursions to get information about the tour operators in Bermuda, both bus and boat tours. You have not mentioned what kind of tours you are looking for. By the way, we don't ourselves conduct any tours. For large groups, there are shuttle companies offering tours on buses with larger capacity. 
     
    Pankaj 
    We are group of 40 Indo-American Seniors visiting Bermuda by NCL cruise from 26-28 Sept,12. Is it possible to book in advance tours covering all major attractions through very reliable source at most competitive price? 
     
    Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) 
    Hi, For large group tours by bus, contact Beeline Transport. Check out the following link for some details and contacts: Bermuda Tours by Bus and Road Vehicles 
     
    Suzy 
    Good morning, We are looking for a company that can offer us (around 20 people: family and friends) a bus tour with a French guide: departure from the ship at King's wharf, take us to Crystal caves(a short stop at the Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, no climbing). After we want also a French guided tour of St-George, see the St-Peter church, his cemetery and maybe the Fort St. Catherine. We contacted bermudatoursmanagement but it doesn't seem to be working with them...we get only questions, no suggestions, no prices.... We tried also bermudatriangletours but never got any reply. Do you have any suggestion? It would be very appreciated..... Thank you in advance for your help.  
     
    Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) 
    Hi, You can try Beeline Transport. They offer all sorts of group tours. Call them up directly and talk to them. Check out Bermuda Tours by Bus and Road Vehicles for contact info. 
     
    Hugh O'Donnell 
    Hi Raj, my mum and dad are visiting the island and would like to get a tour - but they are not keen to just join a taxi. plus dad is not that keen on walking - say a mile or so. Are there any scheduled tours they can join? thanks 
     
    Raj (bermuda-attractions.com) 
    Hi, There are scheduled mini bus tours organized by operators like Unique Vacations, Byways etc. They provide guides and their tour cost usually includes all admission fees. Check out Bermuda Bus Tours to get more details about these tours. 
     
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