Regent Seven Seas Cruises: Immersive 'Go Local' Excursions That Make You Feel Like a True European Local
Regent Seven Seas Cruises is celebrated for its ultra-luxury fleet, where every stateroom is a spacious suite with ocean views, and unmatched all-inclusive value—including roundtrip intercontinental business-class airfare and most shore excursions. Yet, one standout feature often flies under the radar: From the moment you board, you'll forge instant connections to your destinations through exclusive local insights and newfound "friends" in every port.
Regent's Go Local excursions, offered for a modest fee alongside your complimentary options, deliver authentic, insider experiences powered by the line's deep regional partnerships. Europe exemplifies this magic. Discover five exceptional examples below.
Old Tallinn & Chocolate-Making Workshop with Master Confectioner
Experience the heart of Estonia's capital, Tallinn, on this port call. Stroll the historic city center—passing the iconic Long Leg Gate, Town Hall, and medieval Apothecary—to Pharmacy Lane and the Medieval Master's Courtyard, home to Café & Chocolaterie Pierre.
Spend two immersive hours with Master Pierre (Peeter Reier), Tallinn's legendary chocolatier famed for exquisite creations like chili-tequila or vanilla-honey-sea-salt hot chocolates. Master his truffle-making secrets: craft fillings, enrobe in chocolate, and unlock your new culinary superpower.
Mingle with locals in the enchanting cobbled courtyard, especially magical during the Northern European White Nights (mid-June to early July's endless sunlight). Though your visit is shorter, return via Catherine's Passage handicraft workshops and Müürivahe Lane market. Back aboard, savor included gourmet dining—from Compass Rose's global entrées to Prime 7's dry-aged steaks—paired with unlimited craft cocktails, minibar selections, or dawn lattes on deck.
The Eumelia Farm Experience
Indulge in an authentic Greek farm-to-table adventure—"Nai parakaló!" After disembarking, journey to the Peloponnese's Eumelia organic farm, producer of award-winning olive oil, marmalades, eggplant paté, and tomato sauce (featured on PBS).
Owners Marilena and Frangiskos Karelas left New York to revive his grandfather's land into a sustainable agriturismo ("lovely melody"). Tour their eco-paradise, learning water recycling, composting, and minimal-energy practices across 50 acres of groves and vineyards.
Channel your inner farmer: prune olive shoots, harvest produce, and feed chickens, goats, and rare black pigs. Refuel with a farm-fresh lunch of crusty bread, house olive oil, tzatziki, and garden veggies. Complement the day with the ship's Canyon Ranch Spa organic treatments.
Like a Parisian in the Marché d’Aligre
Join locals and celebrity chefs at Paris's vibrant Marché d’Aligre, sourcing from farmers, herb sellers, cheesemongers, butchers, and fishmongers since 1779. Your insider guide offers tastes of cheese and charcuterie plus historical insights.
Explore endless stalls of flowers, antiques, and vintage fashion during free time—perhaps detouring to Blé Sucré (7 Rue Antoine Vollon) for Paris's finest croissants and madeleines. Conclude with a panoramic Paris tour en route to port.
Fishing with Natives on the Portofino Coast
Beyond its celebrity allure, Portofino thrives on centuries-old fishing traditions in Mount Portofino National Park's rich waters. Board a local vessel to learn ancient techniques, including palamiti lines with 500 hooks.
Haul in mackerel, bream, and mullet, then savor fisherman's fresh preparations. Enjoy scenic sails past San Fruttuoso Abbey. Back onboard, dine seaside at Sette Mari on authentic Italian specialties—all included.
Stockholm Through the Eyes of a Local
Sample Stockholm life via its iconic metro—"the world’s longest art gallery" with 100+ artistically adorned stations since 1950. Highlights: T-Centralen's floral motifs and cave-like Stadion's uplifting rainbow ceiling (added post-1973).
Surface for snacks at 19th-century Östermalmshallen food hall, then explore bohemian Södermalm—living like a true local.
