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Ubud Town Center Silver Class - Create Your Own Silver Jewelry

Learn to craft your own silver ring or pendant in Ubud's central workshop, guided by experienced metalworkers through the full process from design to polish. Working in a cool, comfortable studio within walking distance of the Monkey Forest and Art Market, you'll melt, shape, solder and finish a piece of jewellery to take home. Sessions run 1–3 hours depending on complexity, with all tools and materials supplied.

1.5 Hours Traditional Thai Massage with Herbal Compress - Free Transportation

A 90-minute Thai massage session featuring traditional techniques and warm herbal compress, set in a relaxed clinic environment. You'll be collected from your accommodation and returned after treatment, with refreshments included. The therapists work with the rhythm of your body rather than a fixed routine, adjusting pressure and focus to what you need. It's the sort of experience that leaves you genuinely restored rather than simply pampered.

Thai Cooking Class at Tingly Thai Cooking School in Bangkok

Learn to cook four authentic Thai dishes at Tingly Thai Cooking School in Bangkok over three and a half hours. You'll work through techniques designed to stick with you, building confidence in the kitchen so you can recreate these meals at home. The school focuses on practical skills rather than showmanship, ensuring you leave with real knowledge and a satisfying meal you've prepared yourself.

Phuket: A Night at the Junkyard Theatre

Spend an evening at Phuket's most unconventional theatre, where dinner and live performance collide in a three-hour show that skewers local culture through music, dance and comedy. The venue stages absurdist acts inspired by Phuket's real character, with a three-course Thai menu served tableside as the action unfolds on stage. Shows run nightly from 7:30pm to 10pm.

Transfer from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak Hotel

Direct private car service from Phuket Airport to your Khao Lak accommodation, taking 60–90 minutes depending on traffic. Your driver meets you at the terminal with a cold bottle of water. The air-conditioned vehicle suits families with young children, as infant and booster seats come fitted on request. All fees and taxes are included in the upfront price—no surprises at drop-off.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $112

Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands

★ 5.0 (41)

🐠 Water Activities

Australia

Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands

Paddle through the Canning River wetlands on a guided 3-hour kayak tour that reveals a surprisingly wild pocket of Perth rarely seen from land. Small groups venture into this brackish ecosystem with knowledgeable guides who unpack the area's ecology, Aboriginal heritage, and surprising history. The pace suits mixed abilities and ages—expect gentle paddling rather than athletic effort, with plenty of stops to absorb bird calls, observe native flora, and understand how this wetland functions within the city.

3 hoursfrom AUD $99

Vacation photographer. Madrid Photo Shoot. Take home more than just a selfie!

★ 5.0 (41)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Vacation photographer. Madrid Photo Shoot. Take home more than just a selfie!

A private photo session across Madrid's most photogenic spots, starting in Retiro Park and expanding to up to six locations depending on your package. You'll work with a freelance photographer to capture genuine moments rather than tourist snapshots, with an outfit consultation beforehand and edited photos delivered within ten business days. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, families, or those planning a proposal.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $234

Private VIP visit El Escorial Palace, Monastery, Villa & Garden

★ 5.0 (41)

🛕 Culture & History

Spain

Private VIP visit El Escorial Palace, Monastery, Villa & Garden

Explore Spain's most ambitious 16th-century architectural complex on a private guided tour of El Escorial. Your art historian leads you through three and a half hours across the monastery, royal crypts, Renaissance library, basilica, palace rooms, and formal gardens—no other visitors crowding your experience. Set in the mountain town of San Lorenzo, this sprawling compound reveals Philip II's vision of power and piety in stone. Your guide wraps up with local restaurant and service recommendations.

Prado Museum Masterpieces - 3 hours Full tour - Small group

Spend three hours navigating the Prado's most significant works with a knowledgeable guide in an intimate group setting. This tour traces how Spanish royal patronage shaped painting across centuries, connecting monarchs to artists and revealing why masterpieces hang where they do. You'll move beyond surface appreciation into the political and cultural forces that built one of Europe's finest collections.

Pompeii Tour with experienced guide

Walk through Pompeii's remarkably preserved Roman settlement with a knowledgeable guide over two hours. Buried beneath volcanic ash in 79 AD, this sprawling archaeological site reveals intact streets, domestic interiors adorned with frescoes and marble, public spaces, shops and workshops, plus haunting plaster casts documenting the eruption's final moments. You'll navigate the actual pathways locals once travelled, seeing how an entire city froze in time—one of the world's most significant windows into daily Roman life.

Okinawa Iriomote Half Day Splash Canyoning

Jump into Iriomote's hidden canyons and swim through natural pools on this two-hour splash canyoning adventure from Ishigaki Island. You'll scramble down river gorges, wade through chest-deep water, and explore rock formations shaped by centuries of flow. All safety gear—life jacket, helmet, wetsuit if needed—comes included, as does a hot shower to rinse off afterwards. A guide documents the experience with waterproof photography, sending you home with digital copies.

Running Tour through Rome

Lace up and explore Rome's layers with guides who know every corner from childhood. This 90-minute run loops through the city's most storied quarters and overlooked local haunts, mixing historical architecture with the neighbourhoods Romans actually inhabit. You'll move at a conversational pace, catching landmarks and breaking for water while your hosts share insider perspectives on what makes this sprawling ancient city tick.

Kanazawa private half day/Photoshoot by professional photographer

A three-hour private photography tour through Kanazawa's most photogenic spots, guided by a local professional photographer. You'll visit carefully selected locations while a published photographer frames and captures your moments, handling composition and lighting so you can actually experience the city. You'll receive 15 edited digital images from the shoot. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Blend Your Own Wine: A Unique Wine Making Worshop in Florence

Stop tasting and start making. This two-hour Florence workshop puts you in charge of six single-varietal wines, teaching you to blend a personal signature bottle guided by a sommelier. You'll sample each wine's character, mix your own creation balancing body and aroma, then bottle it with a custom label to take home. Tuscan charcuterie and cheese pair each tasting, and you'll finish with a winemaker's certificate.

Discover scuba diving

A 2.5-hour guided introduction to scuba diving in Italy, designed for those ready to progress beyond basic snorkelling. You'll explore underwater with full SCUBA gear under professional instruction, building confidence and foundational skills. This session counts as credit towards the Open Water Diver certification if you complete the full course within 12 months.

Private and exclusive glass factory workshop in Venice Murano

Work alongside a Murano glass master with four decades of experience in a private studio workshop. You'll be hands-on at the furnace creating your own piece of glass, guided one-to-one by the artisan and workshop owner. This is no passive demonstration—you'll feel the heat, shape molten glass, and take home what you make. The 2.5-hour session includes Prosecco, water, and coffee.

Highlights and Secrets of Hanoi Old Quarter Through Train Street

Spend three hours navigating Hanoi's Old Quarter with local guides who've grown up here, threading through narrow lanes and Train Street where residents live alongside active railway tracks. You'll decode the city's layered past—from ancient Vietnamese heritage through colonial influence to today's vibrant streetscape—while sampling traditional snacks and catching locals going about their day. The guides hold professional credentials and speak fluent English, offering genuine insight rather than rehearsed patter.

Ho Chi Minh City with Street Food Tour by Cyclo

Explore Ho Chi Minh City's colonial landmarks and street-food culture from the vantage of a cyclo, Vietnam's iconic three-wheeled taxi. This 3.5-hour tour pairs slow-paced sightseeing with tastings of southern Vietnamese specialities at neighbourhood stalls and markets. You'll visit the Opera House, City Hall and Central Post Office while stopping for lunch and snacks guided by a local who knows where the best eating happens.

3h 30mfrom AUD $70

Milan Private Tour - Duomo, Sforza Castle & Gelato Tasting

★ 5.0 (40)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Milan Private Tour - Duomo, Sforza Castle & Gelato Tasting

A three-hour private walking tour of Milan's architectural landmarks, led by a local guide. Start at the Duomo with skip-the-line rooftop access for 360-degree city views, then explore the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II's glass-vaulted arcade and designer boutiques, pass by La Scala opera house, and finish at Sforza Castle. A gelato tasting at a top-rated gelateria rounds out the experience, giving genuine insight into why Milanese consider their city Italy's true powerhouse.

Private Wine and Food Tasting Immersed in Nature in Milo

Sample wines from Etna's volcanic slopes alongside family recipes and local specialities in a private outdoor setting near Milo. This two-hour tasting lets you explore the region's DOC varieties whilst eating amongst the vines. The host adapts offerings to your dietary needs and flavour preferences, making it as much about conversation as consumption.

Puerto de la Cruz : Tour in Quad al Teide with Photos & Snack Local

Tear up volcanic terrain on a quad bike from Puerto de la Cruz, climbing through La Orotava's colonial backstreets into Teide National Park. This three-hour ride crests at Corral del Niño (2,280m) for views across the sea of clouds and the island's dominant peak. Stop for photographs and local Canarian snacks before descending back to the coast. A full-throttle blend of adrenaline, geology and light refuelling.

Toledo’s Highlights in English – Guided Tour & Cathedral Visit

Walk Toledo's layered past with a local guide over 2.5 hours, moving through the Alcázar fortress, Jewish Quarter, and medieval plazas before entering the Primate Cathedral with skip-the-line tickets. The route balances well-trodden streets with quieter corners, hitting viewpoints most day-trippers miss. You'll cover enough ground to feel you've genuinely seen the city—architecture, neighbourhoods, light—without the frenzy.

1h Boat Trip + 2h Dockside Local Wine & Food Tasting

Cruise past the dramatic cliffs and coves of Mogán's coastline, then dock for a two-hour tasting of Canarian wines and regional foods. This three-hour experience unfolds aboard a small boat where you'll sample cheeses, cured meats, and local specialities paired with island wines—a straightforward way to taste what Gran Canaria actually eats without pretence or fuss.

Classic Roman Pasta Making Carbonara & More

Roll up your sleeves for a three-hour Roman pasta workshop where you'll hand-craft tonnarelli and master the carbonara sauce under a chef's watch. No fancy gadgets needed—just basic kitchen tools and your willingness to get flour under your fingernails. You'll walk away knowing how Romans actually do it, plus you'll eat what you've made.

Naru Beach Night Kayak Tour

Glide across Lake Macquarie after dark in a two-person kayak fitted with underwater lights, watching bioluminescence and nocturnal creatures come alive beneath you. This 2-hour paddle from Naru Beach suits beginners through experienced paddlers, with knowledgeable local guides sharing insights into the lake's ecosystem and history. Groups cap at twelve, making it intimate enough for families seeking something beyond the usual evening out.

Cadiz to Vista de Gaviota : visit the Tavira Tower and Camera Obscura

Scale Cadiz's most iconic tower on this 2-hour guided walk through the old town with a maximum of 12 people. You'll climb Tavira Tower to survey rooftops and streets from above, then step into its Camera Obscura—an optical device that projects the city in real-time—whilst a local expert unpacks Cadiz's golden age after New World trade transformed it. The tower's strategic height reveals why these structures mattered so much, and you'll finish on a rooftop terrace with a cold drink to hand.

The Musée d’Orsay in Focus: Impressionists & Beyond (Max 6)

Skip the queue at Musée d'Orsay and explore two hours of revolutionary art with a specialist guide. Begin with the 19th-century Parisian salon system that gatekept taste, then trace how rebels like Manet shattered those rules. Move upstairs through Impressionist masterworks by Monet, Renoir, Degas, and others who found strength in their outsider status. Finish with Van Gogh's turbulent legacy before exploring post-Impressionism independently. Groups capped at six.

Personal chef at your villa

Chef Roberto cooks dinner at your villa over three hours, tailoring the menu to your tastes and dietary needs. Whether you're after a quiet evening or celebrating something special, he handles the entire operation—shopping, prep, cooking, and plating—leaving you to relax with your group. Spanish techniques and seasonal ingredients form the backbone of what lands on your table.

Truffle Hunting & Lunch halfway from Parma to Cinque Terre

Hunt for truffles across the Parma hills near Valmozzola with Flavia and her trained dogs, then sit down to a leisurely lunch featuring your fresh finds and homemade truffle dishes prepared by Mamma Laura. This 3-hour experience splits between woodland searching and table time, positioning you midway between Parma's food traditions and Cinque Terre's coast. You'll dig with your own hands, learn how the dogs work, and eat what the morning yields—seasonal black or autumn truffles depending on when you visit.

Private tour of Pompeii with archaeologist - 3 hours.

Walk through Pompeii's preserved streets and homes with an archaeologist who unpicks the site's layered history. This private three-hour tour moves at your pace through markets, temples and domestic quarters buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD—then forgotten until systematic excavations began in the 1740s. Your guide reveals how ordinary Romans actually lived, reading the archaeological evidence aloud as you stand in their houses and gather spaces.

2h 50m – 3 hoursfrom AUD $500

Barcelona´s Lunch or Dinner Tapas Tour: Food, drinks, happiness!

★ 5.0 (40)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Spain

Barcelona´s Lunch or Dinner Tapas Tour: Food, drinks, happiness!

A three-hour tapas crawl through Barcelona's old town, hitting neighbourhood bars where locals actually eat rather than tourist traps. Your guide steers you toward family-run joints serving proper Spanish tortilla, croquettes, seafood, and pan con tomate, paired with wine, sangria, vermouth, or soft drinks. The portions across multiple stops amount to a genuine meal. Dietary needs—vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free—are accommodated with advance notice.

Massage of your choice of 60 min in the same room at THAI MASSAGE ALURA

Pick your preferred Thai massage style and intensity at Alura in Barcelona, delivered by two certified therapists in a private dual-stretcher room. You and your partner each customise the experience—whether deep tissue work, gentle stretching, or acupressure—while enjoying the same calm space. A refreshing drink rounds off the hour.

1 hourfrom AUD $259

★ 5.0 (40)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Fiat Vintage Tour in Rome

Cruise Rome's tight alleyways in a proper vintage Fiat 500, piloted by someone who actually knows the city. Three hours navigating narrow lanes and cobbled piazzas that modern tour buses can't reach, stopping at landmarks both famous and tucked away. Your local driver steers you through layers of Roman history whilst the car itself—snug, characterful, unmistakably Italian—becomes part of the experience. Cold drinks included.

Private Theatrical Journey with Roman Emperor in Italica

Walk through Italica's Roman ruins with a costumed guide channelling Emperor Hadrian himself. This 2.5-hour private tour blends theatrical storytelling with genuine archaeology, covering gladiator lore, imperial politics, and everyday Roman life. You'll finish with a traditional Spanish meal—tortilla and your choice of drink—to ground the experience in local culture. Guides are knowledgeable performers, not just historians.

90 min Thai-Bali Fusion Massage at THAI SPA MASSAGE BARCELONA

Experience blended Thai and Balinese massage techniques performed by certified therapists at this Barcelona spa. The 90-minute session combines rhythmic pressure work and stretching traditions from both cultures, finishing with complimentary tea, water, or juice. No need to fly east—skilled hands bring authentic Southeast Asian bodywork to Spain's city centre.

Small Group Canyoning in the Pollino National Park

Tackle a compact stretch of the Iannello stream within Pollino National Park near Laino Borgo. This three-hour canyoning run packs multiple natural slides, jumps and cascades into a short distance, delivering genuine water-based challenges without requiring mountaineering chops. You'll move through narrow gorges and leap into pools, experiencing geology and adrenaline in equal measure. Private transport and full safety kit included.

Make Traditional Bali Coconut Oil with a Balinese Family

Learn to make coconut oil the way it's been done in Delodsema Village for generations. You'll work alongside your Balinese host family in their home north of Ubud, moving through the traditional pressing and extraction process from start to finish. Expect to spend 90 minutes on the oil itself, then explore village life while it cures. You leave with a bottle of your own coconut oil and the knowledge of how to recreate it at home.

Private Hanoi Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter

A three-hour guided walk through Hanoi's colonial-era quarter sampling street food and architectural landmarks. Start from St. Joseph's Cathedral and meander past the State Bank, Government guesthouse, and the iconic Sofitel Metropole, stopping at the Opera House and National Museum before finishing with Trang Tien's famous ice cream. Your English-speaking guide points out the layered history whilst you taste banh mi, beef pho, and local coffee.

3 hours – 3h 20mfrom AUD $40

Milk the Cow & Make Mozzarella and Gnocchi with Our Family

★ 5.0 (39)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Milk the Cow & Make Mozzarella and Gnocchi with Our Family

Roll up your sleeves at La Vigna degli Dei, a working farm perched above the Amalfi Coast, where you'll milk a cow, transform that fresh milk into Fior di Latte mozzarella, shape gnocchi by hand, and craft tiramisù from scratch. Over two and a half hours, you'll move between barn and kitchen, learning how Rosanna and Pasquale make their living from the land—then sit down to eat what you've made, paired with their own organic wine. No farming experience required; just show up ready to get your hands dirty.

Tokyo: Discover the Art of Kintsugi in Ginza

Learn kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer, in a private studio near Ginza Station. Over 90 minutes, you'll mend your own ceramic piece using traditional methods adapted for the workshop format. Work with lacquer and metallic powder under expert instruction, then walk away with your finished restoration—a tangible object infused with the philosophy of finding beauty in damage.

1h 30mfrom AUD $108

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