Shopping Trips by Boat Around the World: 13 to Book

1.National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,212 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $87Our pick

Spend about six hours touring Washington DC by air-conditioned coach, with stops at the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, White House, MLK Memorial, and more. Guides such as Tyrone, Chris, Jerome, and Dwayne lead the walking portions. In warmer months, a narrated Potomac cruise replaces some winter stops. Upgrades add museum, monument, or Capitol entry.

“Tyrone shared an impressive array of information, showcasing his deep understanding of our national monuments and interesting facts about Washington, D.C. His knowledge truly stood out and left a lasting impression.”

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2.City of Side: Boat Tour on the Manavgat River w/ Bazaar Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 404 reviews · 7 hours · from $16Best value

Spend seven hours moving from Side to the Manavgat River, the Mediterranean, Cennet Beach, Manavgat Waterfall, and Grand Bazaar. Kadir is one guide praised for keeping the day lively. Expect multilingual commentary, grilled chicken or fish, optional waterfall transport, and a large three-level boat with showers and changing cabins.

“Loved this experience so much! We chose this as an alternative because the Saluada boat was cancelled however this excursion probably ended up being better and for far cheaper. Saw some views where the river meets the sea and honestly one of the most beautiful scenes I’ve ever seen. Entertainment on the boat was okay and the stop you make on the little beach island was amazing. I got to ride a jet ski for £20 for 10 mins and the lunch was amazing! Also made it to go see the waterfall and also the Baazars and were dropped back to our car in Side. Thank you so much for-…”

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3.National Mall Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 317 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $87

Spend 6 to 8 hours exploring Washington DC with guides such as Tyrone, James, or Chris, stopping at the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, and more. A seasonal Potomac cruise adds a fresh view of the city. When boats do not run, you visit extra memorials instead. Lunch is on your own.

“It was a wonderful tour and extremely informative. Our guide, Tyrone, included our 12 year old grandson in his conversations and questions. He was funny and truly seemed to enjoy his job. Chris was an excellent driver.”

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4.Manavgat River Boat Trip & Grand Market w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 295 reviews · 7 hours · from $32

From Side, you’ll ride a 45-passenger wooden boat along the Manavgat River, watch for turtles, eat fish or chicken with salads, and swim at the river mouth. The day also includes Manavgat’s Grand Bazaar, Blue Mosque, and optional waterfall stop. English and German tour support is provided.

“mooie boottocht en goede uitleg kwa bezienswaardigheden heel behulpzaam personeel we wilde graag naar een moskee en 50 meter vanaf de bazaar zit een moskee mocht men die willen zien is daar een mogelijkheid voor wij hebben genoten”

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5.Alanya/Side: Manavgat River & Waterfall, Boat Tour, & Bazaar

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 172 reviews · from $33

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring the Manavgat area by boat, bus, and on foot. You’ll cruise between river and sea, stop for swimming, eat lunch beside the water, visit Manavgat Waterfall, and browse a local bazaar. Hotel pickup is available from Side, Alanya, Belek, and Antalya, with guides speaking English, German, Russian, or Dutch.

“Tour was great, , comfortable transfer with amazing boat trip to the beach , followed on by nice food and time to visit the bazzarr , would recommend to others”

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6.City of Side: Manavgat River Boat Lunch Cruise & Bazaar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 139 reviews · 8 hours · from $25

Spend eight hours traveling from Side to the Manavgat River, with a three-hour boat outing, lunch, a swim stop, an optional waterfall visit, and time at the public bazaar. English, German, and Turkish guides are provided. Hotel pickup, lunch, and return transport are included, while drinks, waterfall fees, and personal costs are extra.

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7.Manavgat River Cruise, Waterfalls and Market Tour from Side

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 100 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $41

You’ll spend about seven hours cruising from Side along the Manavgat River, stopping where cool river water meets the warm Mediterranean for swimming. Lunch is served onboard, followed by an optional Manavgat Waterfall visit and time at the city market. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but drinks and waterfall admission cost extra.

“Very well organized trip. Enjoyed the river cruise and market. Lunch on the boat was nice but portions were huge !! Would definitely recommend 🙂”

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8.Private Cairo tour from Hurghada: No Shopping| Nile Cruise| Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 98 reviews · from $100

Leave Hurghada around 2:30 am for a private Cairo day trip with an Egyptologist guide, included museum fees, lunch, and bottled water. You’ll visit Old Cairo, the Egyptian Museum, the Giza Pyramids, and the Sphinx, then take a 30-minute Nile boat trip. Confirm the exact pickup time and private, no-shopping option before booking.

“Very good experience Both drivers are very polite and friendly. Excellent car and driving was safe. However, Nile cruise is completely waste of money and could have spent more time near peramids or in egyptian museum”

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9.Private Luxor tour from Hurghada: No Shopping | Nile cruise Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $100Top rated

Travel from Hurghada to Luxor in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple, then enjoy lunch during a 45-minute Nile cruise. English, German, and French tours are available, with no shopping stops built into the day.

“Amazing day visiting the sights of Luxor. We did a private tour which worked perfectly. We were picked up from our hotel in a private car which meant we could get to the sights quicker than on a coach trip. I especially enjoyed the Egyptian lunch on a private boat on the Nile and visiting Karnak. The whole trip was very well organised. It is an early start and a long hot day but is definitely worth it.”

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10.Morning Bosphorus Cruise and Spice Bazaar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 25 reviews · 4 hours · from $90

Spend four hours exploring Istanbul by road, bazaar, and boat. Visit the 1660 Spice Bazaar, then cruise the Bosphorus past Rumeli Hisari, the Bosphorus Bridge, Ottoman waterfront mansions, palaces, and hunting lodges. Hotel or cruise-port pickup is included, with an English-speaking guide and private or ferry boat transport.

“it was fun; I am Turkish and I was with my husband. We had new information about our city; istanbul. esp. we were satisfied with our tour guide whose name is Mey.”

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11.Cairo 2-Day Tour: Giza, GEM, Citadel, Bazaar & Nile Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $48

This private two-day Cairo tour pairs Giza, the Sphinx, Saqqara, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Khan El-Khalili, and a Nile dinner cruise. An Egyptologist guide such as Omar or Mohamed leads your group, with transport, site tickets, two lunches, dinner, and live entertainment included.

“Omar is a true professional. He has a perfect mastery of Egyptian history. He accomplishes his tasks with dedication. Thanks to him, we had an unforgettable time.”

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12.From Alanya, Side: Manavgat River Cruise, Bazaar & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5 reviews · from $23

Spend 8 to 9 hours traveling from Side, Alanya, or nearby resorts to the Manavgat River. Cruise through green countryside, enjoy a Turkish lunch, swim near the river mouth, visit the waterfall, and shop for spices, textiles, produce, and souvenirs at Manavgat Bazaar. English, German, and Dutch assistance is available.

“The tour was absolutely wonderful! We started with a cruise along the Manavgat River—such beautiful nature, peaceful surroundings, and crystal-clear water. Lunch was delicious. After that, we had a chance to swim in the bay—just perfect! The Manavgat Waterfall is impressive. Nearby, there’s a market with cute souvenirs and clothes, so I bought some things for my friends. Everything was well-organized, with no delays. The return to the hotel was right on time. Highly recommend joining this activity!Read more”

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13.Railway, Floating Market & Chao Phraya Cruise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · 11 hours · from $76

Visit Maeklong Railway Market and watch vendors clear the tracks as a train passes, then take a traditional paddle boat through Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Return to Bangkok for a two-hour sunset cruise with Thai and international buffet dishes, city views, hotel pickup, and an English-speaking guide in a group of up to 12.

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