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W​​​​​​hen traveling the world, do you want to see, or do you want to see and do? Regent Seven Seas Cruises has curated an imaginative collection of onshore experiences from this very idea, providing a bevy of enriching opportunities for guests. Go Local Tours connect you with the fabric of the communities the ships visit, inviting you to learn about a culture as a local would. And with Eco-Connect Tours, guests interact with local groups and businesses, experiencing how they’re working to make the world a better place. The impact is a ripple effect of learning, support, and goodwill that permeates both the traveler and the community. Here, several of our favorites from each collection.

Located in the lush Konavle Valley near Dubrovnik, Croatia, the eco-friendly Cadmos Village invites guests to watch locals demonstrate the everyday life of old Europe: how flour was made in a water-powered mill, how wool was processed, and how bread was traditionally baked under an iron dome. Next, travel inland to the village of Ljuta for lunch along the river and a visit to a 400-year-old watermill that once powered all of Dubrovnik.

Built in 1846 for a wine merchant, this palatial house and wine cellar is located in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, an hour outside of Seville. Here, guests will tour the grounds, then learn how to make traditional tapas with regional seafood, meat, and cheeses. End the day by enjoying the fruits of your labor, paired with a glass of locally made sherry.

Experience a day in the life of a Helsinki local by exploring local shops, sampling Finnish cuisine, and strolling a serene waterfront park. The day starts with a visit to kauppahalli (“market hall” in Finnish), where local merchants sell the freshest seafood, meat, cheese, and produce alongside bustling cafes and bakeries. Take in the scene with a local guide, who will lead you to the best delicacies, including salt-cured salmon, smoked reindeer, and sweet korvapuusti (Finnish cinnamon buns).

Spend time in the beautiful wine region of Bordeaux, France and visit with the Labrune family who operate Château de La Dauphine, a 350-year-old vineyard with 173 acres of vines. Specializing in biodynamic and organic farming, the Labrunes are dedicated to producing the highest quality of biodynamic wines with the smallest effect on the environment.

From Puntarenas, Costa Rica, travel to a sloth sanctuary that replicates the animals’ natural habitat, where they’re rehabilitated after being injured, orphaned, or have lost their habitat due to deforestation. Guests are given an up-close look at the fascinating animals and meet with experts to learn about their habits and environment.

Just outside of Hue, Vietnam in the Annamite Mountains, Bach Ma National Park is home to a rich biodiversity with more than 1,700 fauna species and more than 2,000 flora species. Travelers will learn about the plants and animals first-hand by hiking through the park with a local naturalist. If you’re lucky, you might spot the rare Golden monkey or Indochinese tiger.