Hand-picked tours, curated by travellers
Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.

Granada: Sacromonte Private Tour
A 2.5-hour walking tour through Granada's Sacromonte neighbourhood, where centuries of religious and cultural communities left their mark on hillside streets and cave dwellings. Your local guide navigates the steep terrain, sharing how Muslims, Roma families, and formerly enslaved people shaped this layered quarter. You'll climb narrow paths and absorb the neighbourhood's lived history rather than just its postcard image.

The Málaga Market & Tapas Tour By Food Lover Tour
Spend three hours threading through Málaga's markets and tapas bars with a guide who knows where locals actually eat. You'll taste your way through traditional sweets, street food, and properly made tapas whilst picking up the stories behind family-run shops and neighbourhood spots. It's less about ticking boxes and more about finding places you'll want to return to, all without leaving your stomach empty or your wallet depleted.

Half Day Doi Suthep Temple and Palad Temple (Private tour)
A private half-day tour linking two northern Thailand temples. Start at Palad Temple, where forest trails descend past a cascading waterfall and open views across Chiang Mai. Then climb to Doi Suthep, perched near the mountain's crest—a working temple since 1373 and one of the region's most revered sites. Your licensed guide navigates both locations in a private air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup included.

Cervantes and Lorca and Lope and Quevedo and more
Walk Madrid's Barrio de las Letras, the neighbourhood where Spain's greatest writers lived and worked. Over two hours, your guide shares stories and curiosities about Cervantes, Lope de Vega, Calderón de la Barca and Quevedo as you trace their influence through streets lined with plaques, verses carved into pavements and buildings saturated with literary history. You'll discover how these authors shaped both the district and Spanish culture itself.

Da Nang Coffee Making Workshop
This one-hour workshop in Da Nang pulls back the curtain on Vietnamese coffee traditions and regional brewing methods. You'll learn the story behind what makes local coffee distinct globally, then get your hands dirty preparing four signature drinks: the whipped egg variety, a savoury salt rendition, coconut-infused brew, and the classic phin filter method. A tea welcome and hands-on instruction with proper equipment sets you up to recreate these at home.

Private Transfer: Ho Chi Minh Airport(SGN) / Ho Chi Minh To MuiNe
Direct private car service linking Ho Chi Minh City or Tan Son Nhat Airport to Mui Ne over 2–3 hours. A dedicated driver handles your route in a climate-controlled vehicle, leaving when you're ready rather than waiting for group departures. The operator confirms booking details via WhatsApp or email, shares driver contact and car registration beforehand, and stays available if plans shift mid-journey.

Street Food by Walking Tour for 3 hours in Hanoi, Vietnam
Taste your way through Hanoi's Old Quarter on foot with a local guide and small group (max 9 people). This three-hour walking tour samples authentic street food at neighbourhood stalls and modest eateries where locals actually eat. You'll discover the layered flavours of Vietnamese cuisine spanning over a thousand years of culinary tradition, moving between vendors and learning the stories behind dishes most visitors miss. Water and all tastings included.

Sunrise Paddle Session on Sydney Harbour (single kayak)
Launch from Sydney Harbour for a guided two-hour kayak at first light, paddling past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from water level. You'll navigate the working harbour with experienced guides who prioritise safety without sacrificing the paddling experience. All gear supplied. Open to anyone aged 12 and up, regardless of fitness or prior kayaking experience.

1 Hour Single or Double Kayak Rental to the Nth Bribie Island
Launch straight onto one of Australia's largest sand islands from Bills Boat Hire—Bribie Island's northern tip sits minutes away by kayak. Paddle the tidal lagoon past upside-down jellyfish, sea cucumbers and stingrays, or explore Pumicestone Passage, a nursery ground teeming with migratory waders, pelicans and kites. An hour's rental lets you reach this protected National Park shoreline with your own provisions and time to spare.

Matera walking tour in English with Gaetano
Walk through Matera's ancient Sassi districts with a local guide who uncovers the city's transformation from post-war neglect to UNESCO recognition. Over two hours, you'll navigate stone laneways from Piazza S. Pietro Caveoso, peek inside former cave dwellings, and descend into the palombaro—the ingenious underground cistern system that sustained the population for centuries. Gaetano reveals how Matera's residents engineered survival through water harvesting in this southern Italian hilltop town.

Private Catania Pasta-Making Class in a Local Home by Cesarine
Roll up your sleeves in a Catanian home kitchen for a three-hour pasta masterclass with a local cook who'll walk you through three regional signatures from scratch. You'll work at your own station, hands in the dough, then sit down to eat what you've made alongside Sicilian reds and whites. Cesarine connects travellers with home cooks across Italy—these are genuine hosts opening their kitchens, not a commercial setup.

3 Hours Private and Guided Cruise on Lake Como by Motorboat
Skip the lakeside promenade and see Como from the water instead. This three-hour private motorboat tour reveals the lake's quieter corners: clifftside villages tucked between mountains, belle-époque villas hidden behind cypress groves, and the kind of light that bounces off the water at angles you won't catch from shore. Your captain plots a course tailored to what you want to see, whether that's architectural grandeur or just the Alpine drama that drew everyone from poets to film stars.

The ancient aqueducts of Rome
Walk the remnants of Rome's ancient aqueduct system on a 2-hour guided tour that reads the landscape like an archaeologist. You'll trace how these monumental water channels shaped Roman life, then discover their afterlife—repurposed as stone quarries, burial grounds, and today, mushroom farms. The tour reveals infrastructure often overlooked by standard sightseeing, connecting engineering ambition to the daily existence of those who built and maintained these systems.

Private Transfer from and to Amalfi Coast
Door-to-door car service connecting Naples or Salerno airport and train stations with the Amalfi Coast. Your English-speaking driver handles luggage and navigation, leaving you to settle in with complimentary water and wifi. The two-hour journey varies with traffic, but you'll arrive refreshed rather than frazzled after your flight or train.

Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home
Spend an evening at Liuba and Hugo's Venetian home tasting four wines paired with homemade cichetti—crispy snacks that define Venetian eating culture. Liuba, a sommelier, walks you through the wines while Hugo, a trained chef, explains each bite. The 2.5-hour session works for couples, groups, or colleagues after work, with tastings tailored to what you're curious about. You'll leave understanding how Venetians actually drink and eat at home.

Rome: Appian Way Catacombs Guided Tour with Golf Cart Shuttle
Skip the queues and explore St. Callixtus Catacombs via electric golf cart from near the Colosseum. This 2-hour tour whisks you down the Via Appia Antica to Rome's earliest Christian burial chambers, dating to the 3rd century. A guide walks you through 40 minutes underground, revealing the carved tombs, chapels, and passages where early Christians worshipped in secret. You'll trade the city's noise for shadowy corridors and genuine historical intrigue—far from the usual tourist trail.

Sorrento: Private Pasta & Tiramisu Class at a Local's Home
Learn to make two pasta dishes and tiramisu from a local cook in her Sorrento home over three hours. You'll prepare each recipe from scratch, then sit down to eat what you've made alongside regional wines. The Cesarine network connects home cooks across Italy who welcome small groups into their kitchens to pick up genuine techniques you won't find in restaurants or cookbooks.

Vintage Sidecar Motorcycle Tour of Florence - The Highlights of the City
See Florence from a vintage motorcycle sidecar, a two-hour spin through the city's medieval neighbourhoods and surrounding countryside. Your driver navigates the Oltrarno district, Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato church, and the Arcetri hills where Galileo spent his final years. You'll capture hidden corners and panoramic views from a vantage point more intimate than a car, more stable than a scooter. It's the ideal way to orient yourself on day one—catching both the bohemian old quarters and the rural landscape beyond.

Aperitif on a boat at sunset, Porto Venere and islands
Set out from Porto Venere on a three-hour boat cruise among the Ligurian islands as the sun drops toward the horizon. You'll anchor in sheltered coves with clear water, sip aperitivos and local wines, nibble on regional snacks, and have the option to snorkel if conditions suit. The boat does the work while you watch the light change across the water and rocky shorelines.

Paint And Drink Florentine Hills Art at La Birr'aia in Marignolle
Spend two and a half hours painting in the Florentine Hills whilst sipping craft beer or local wine at La Birr'aia, a microbrewery garden in Marignolle. A professional artist guides you through creating your own work in a relaxed hilltop setting just outside Florence. Between brushstrokes, you'll taste bruschetta and sample handcrafted brews or Chianti, turning an afternoon into equal parts creative workshop and leisurely gathering.

Personal Chef - Cooking class at your villa
A Tuscan chef brings three and a half hours of hands-on cooking instruction to your villa in Val d'Orcia. Drawing on two decades of restaurant experience, your instructor sources ingredients from local producers, walks you through each preparation step, and pairs dishes with wines from nearby estates. You'll cook, ask questions, and eat what you've made—lunch and dinner both included. The session doubles as a masterclass in the region's food culture and travel recommendations.

Visit Arcachon in a fun and captivating way!
Navigate Arcachon's city centre on a self-guided smartphone game over 2.5 hours, solving puzzles to liberate the notorious CAYOCKS gang from ten iconic locations. Work at your own rhythm through the streets, cracking each riddle to unlock a gang member and uncover local history along the way. Rack up eight keys or more and you might pocket a prize from a local vendor. Simply click the link you'll receive after booking—no app install needed.

2 Hour Street-art Walk and Space Invaders Hunt in Paris
Hunt for pixelated Space Invaders mosaics across Paris with a street-art guide who knows the city's quirky corners. This two-hour ramble trades conventional sightseeing for a treasure-hunt approach that appeals equally to video game enthusiasts, pop-culture nerds and anyone keen to see Paris through a local's eyes. Discover hidden artworks tucked into façades across both famous and off-the-radar neighbourhoods, picking up odd tales about the city's street-art scene along the way.

Mortar pesto lesson with World Champion and local Menu
Learn to make authentic Genoese pesto from Camilla Pizzorno, who's won the World Mortar Pesto Championship. This 90-minute class in Liguria teaches you her technique using a century-old marble mortar and wooden pestle, followed by a three-course meal featuring your freshly made pesto with handmade trofie or gnocchi, focaccia, and tiramisu. Wine and local spirits accompany the food in a garden setting.

Discovering Bees in Volterra
Spend 90 minutes in Volterra learning how bees shape the landscape and food systems around us. This hands-on session breaks down their ecology and behaviour, moving beyond the common misconception that they're just honey producers. You'll taste local honey and understand why protecting these insects matters for your own wellbeing and the region's future.

Parisian Bohemian Walking Food Tour with Gourmet Tastings
Stroll through Montmartre's winding lanes sampling France's finest artisanal foods. This 3.5-hour walking tour stops at independent fromageries, charcuteries, pâtisseries and chocolatiers, where you'll taste croissants, macarons, cured meats and cheese paired with wine, guided by a local who explains how Parisians actually eat. Small group size means real conversation and genuine discovery among shopkeepers proud of their craft.

Rent with driver
Skip the rental desk and navigation stress—hire a car with a local driver for journeys across Italy lasting anywhere from an hour to a full day. Tuscany Luxury Tours NCC pairs you with seasoned professionals and modern vehicles, handling logistics whilst you settle back and take in the landscape. Works equally well for business runs or holiday exploration, with a fleet geared for comfort and reliability.

Private Amalfi Coast Vintage Fiat 500 Tour: Amalfi to Positano
Roll along the Amalfi Coast's most dramatic curves in a cherry-red 1972 Fiat 500, departing Amalfi and heading toward Positano over three hours. This private drive takes you past vertical cliffs and sapphire waters, stopping at viewpoints above Praiano and Fiordo di Furore before reaching Positano for an hour to wander its pastel-painted streets. You'll turn heads in this compact classic—locals still wave at it—while your driver shares stories of the coast's villages and history.

Sorrento Cooking Class with Local Chef and Traditional Lunch
Learn to make fresh pasta and regional specialities in a Sorrentine citrus grove with a local chef, then eat what you've cooked. This 3.5-hour class runs twice daily from Sorrento and covers either handmade gnocchi, aubergine parmigiana and dessert, or pizza from scratch. You'll taste limoncello and sit down to lunch or dinner with wine included, working alongside just a handful of other students.

Private Tour of Orta San Giulio on Lake Orta with Micaela
Explore Lake Orta's best-kept secret with a knowledgeable local guide over two hours. You'll wander Orta San Giulio's medieval streets and take a boat to San Giulio island, where centuries of history unfold across ancient buildings and quiet pathways. This pocket-sized lake in Piedmont rewards curious travellers willing to venture beyond the usual Italian circuit.

Catacombs, Appian, Aqueducts, in a Fiat500 with a local, Pick-up
Explore Rome's early Christian underground burial sites and ancient infrastructure with Andrea, a Rome-born professional photographer. This 2 hours 45 minutes private experience combines transport in a classic Fiat 500 with a 45-minute guided tour of the San Callisto catacombs led by an authorised Vatican guide, plus stops along the Appian Way and the aqueduct park. You'll receive professional photographs shot on a Nikon D850 within days.

Flea Market Secrets near Montmartre: A Paris Hunt for Treasures
Explore the sprawling Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen, Europe's largest flea market, on a curated two-hour hunt through three handpicked markets near Montmartre. A local guide steers you past the tourist traps toward genuine finds—antique furniture, artwork, vintage clothing, and jewellery—while sharing dealer knowledge and the provenance of standout pieces. This is Paris shopping stripped of gloss: you're hunting for real treasures, not souvenirs.

3H Guided Cruise Stop Bellagio in Classic Wooden Boat
Cruise Lake Como for three hours aboard a restored wooden vessel, with a stop in Bellagio. This operator ranks among the lake's top three and specialises in heritage boat experiences that deliver authentic charm. You'll sip Italian prosecco or organic soft drinks whilst the boat's classic timber hull frames the surrounding mountains and lakeside villas like a living postcard.

Percy Jackson Tour for Kids at the Capitoline Museums of Rome with Special Guide
Track down the mythology behind Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson novels through genuine artefacts at Rome's Capitoline Museums. This 2.5-hour scavenger hunt led by a specialist children's guide connects ancient Greek gods, monsters and heroes to their real-world inspirations, pulling stories of Polyphemus, Medusa and Chiron straight from the museum's world-class collections. A structured treasure hunt keeps young minds engaged whilst navigating one of antiquity's most significant repositories.

Pizza Class experience on Amalfi coast
Learn to hand-stretch and bake authentic Neapolitan pizza on the Amalfi coast in this three-hour class. A local instructor walks you through dough fermentation, sauce application, and wood-fired oven technique, then you'll cook your own pie and eat it straightaway. The experience includes aperitivo-style bruschetta, local wine, and homemade limoncello to finish.

Discover Salerno: Walking Tour with an Expert Local Guide
Explore Salerno's medieval core with a native guide who'll walk you through Roman foundations, Arab-Norman architecture and the birthplace of Europe's first medical school. Over 90 minutes, you'll move through the cathedral's ornate spaces and discover where locals actually eat and drink. A solid primer if you're heading to the Amalfi Coast, Paestum or Capri next.

Transfer from Naples to Positano or Return
Private car transfer between Naples airport or railway station and your accommodation in the city centre, or vice versa. A professional English-speaking driver handles the 2-hour journey, with all tolls and fuel included in the quoted price. The vehicle accommodates up to 7–8 passengers with one suitcase per person, making it practical for small groups or families arriving together.

Florentine Steak Dinner: Authentic Florentine Food Experience
Spend two hours at Monica and Simone's table learning how Florentine cooking evolved from medieval banquets and peasant kitchens alike. You'll eat your way through four courses—centred on the region's famous bistecca—whilst your hosts unpick the history woven into each plate. Local wines and estate oils accompany the meal, chosen to bring out what makes each dish matter to Florentine identity. This isn't a performance; it's a conversation about why Tuscans still cook like their ancestors.

Jasi Como Lake Boat Tours
Cruise Lake Como aboard a classic Aaron Marine speedboat piloted by locals who know every villa and inlet. This family-run outfit has spent three years perfecting routes ranging from 1 to 4 hours, departing Como with chilled Prosecco, homemade focaccia, and stops for swimming. You'll motor past George Clooney's waterfront estate and hidden lakeside gems on both shores, with flexibility to adjust timing, route, and pickup location to suit your plans.
