Cruise ships are expanding their itineraries with even more destinations this year, adding ports in parts of the world that would otherwise be very difficult to visit. Here are 5 lesser-known ports you should visit in 2017.

Monemvasia, Greece

Monemvasia has been dubbed the “Gibraltar of the East” for its rocky plateau profile, but it’s this port in Greece’s southern Peloponnese region that’s quickly making a name for itself as a highlight of the Mediterranean. Visitors can enjoy a quiet seaside town that remains largely unaffected by tourism and crystal clear swimming holes that they’ll rarely have to share.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Puerto Limon is Costa Rica’s largest city on the Caribbean coast, yet it’s visited by more fruit cargo ships than cruise lines. However, all that may be about to change as cruise lines discover it’s an easy access point for two national parks, Tortuguero and Cahuita, as well as the Veragua Rainforest, a banana plantation, and a sloth sanctuary. Travelers visiting this city can get a quick taste of Costa Rican eco-tourism.

Kornati Islands, Croatia

Off the coast of Zadar, this dense archipelago of 140 islands is mostly preserved as a national park. It’s becoming more and more popular as a “scenic cruising” region for ships traveling down the Croatian coast towards the popular ports of Split and Hvar. Already, some ships are stopping in Sibenik, which is Croatia’s oldest coastal town and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, tourists can enjoy architecture, food, and music that reflects multiple influences such as those from the Byzantine and Venetian empires.

Icy Strait Point, Alaska

Compared to the usual Alaskan cruise ports of Skagway, Ketchikan, and Sitka, Icy Strait Point is a quieter and more private experience, just down the road from the village of Hoonah. Here tourists can enjoy souvenirs that are all locally made. The focus in this small town is on authenticity and an appreciation of nature. Another bonus for tourists: spotting a black bear is almost guaranteed.

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland

Kirkwall is the capital of Scotland’s Orkney Island. The town is home to a castle that was once owned by Scottist nobility, a cathedral built by Vikings, and a bird rookery. This stop is usually offered on sailings around the British Isles or as a bonus while heading north to the Norwegian fjords. Visitors to the island can enjoy historical guided tours and visit the Bishop’s Palace.