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Hand-picked tours, curated by travellers

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

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A walk among the monuments and markets of Palermo

This 2.5-hour walking tour threads through Palermo's architectural landmarks and bustling street markets, stopping to taste genuine local snacks along the way. Your certified guide unpacks the city's layered history—from Norman churches to baroque facades—whilst steering you toward vendors slinging arancini, panelle, and sfincione. Rather than tick boxes, you'll absorb how Palermitans actually live: what they eat, where they gather, which corners matter. Pick-up is included, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

Kayaking & Snorkeling: Porto Cesareo and Rabbit Island

Paddle through the marine reserve at Porto Cesareo on a three-hour kayak and snorkel outing along Italy's Salento coast. You'll navigate clear lagoon waters to Rabbit Island, explore its beaches and natural history on foot, then swim and snorkel before paddling past a sixteenth-century defensive tower and the town's golden shoreline. Weather permitting, spot submerged Roman columns scattered across the seabed—cargo lost nearly two thousand years ago.

3 hoursfrom AUD $92

Sunrise Walking Tour: Paris Before the Crowds

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Sunrise Walking Tour: Paris Before the Crowds

Catch Paris's quietest hours on this two-hour dawn walk through the city's most recognisable spots. You'll see the Eiffel Tower, cross the Alexander III Bridge, and explore the Louvre courtyard before daylight brings the crowds. A local guide leads the way, and you'll finish with fresh croissants and coffee at a neighbourhood café. Small group of eight keeps things intimate.

2 hoursfrom AUD $99

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Golf Car Tour Rome

Skip the crowded walking routes and explore Rome's most celebrated sights by golf cart over two hours. Your licensed guide navigates the chaotic cobblestone streets while you sit back and absorb the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona from a perch that lets you actually see what's around you. The cart's electric engine means you'll glide past locals without the usual tourist chaos, and built-in radio headsets keep you locked into commentary that moves beyond the standard spiel.

Thai Boxing Lesson, family and Kids Friendly

Train Muay Thai alongside local fighters at a rooftop gym in Thailand. This 60–90 minute session covers warm-up drills and foundational boxing techniques under professional guidance, perfect for families wanting hands-on experience rather than spectating. You'll work in small groups alongside dedicated boxers who train here daily, with children welcome when supervised by an adult.

Paris Small-Group Montmartre Chocolate & Pastry Walking Tour

Walk Montmartre's hilltop streets with a local guide sampling Paris's finest pastries and chocolate over three hours. You'll taste buttery croissants, pain au chocolat, macarons, crêpes, madeleines, éclairs and artisan chocolate, paired with coffee. This isn't a rushed tasting—it's a proper introduction to why Parisians take their morning treats seriously, led by someone who knows the neighbourhood's best addresses and the stories behind each bite.

Nerdy Renaissance Tour

A three-hour walking tour of Florence that decodes Renaissance innovation across painting, sculpture, architecture, and engineering. Rather than a superficial sweep, this guide builds a framework you'll carry forward—especially useful if Rome follows. Designed for those who want to understand the period's mechanics and ideas, not just admire the monuments. The guide speaks fluent English and connects dots between disciplines so the whole era clicks into place.

Latin Quarter Paris Private Walking Tour

This 2 hour 15 minute private walking tour traces the Latin Quarter's evolution from Roman outpost through medieval scholarship to its role as Paris's intellectual powerhouse. Your expert guide navigates you past the Sorbonne, Panthéon, and Shakespeare & Co bookshop, revealing how everyone from Marie Curie to Hemingway drew creative energy from these streets. You'll finish with a drink at a neighbourhood bar, soaking in the same atmosphere that captivated generations of thinkers and writers.

2h 15mfrom AUD $216

All of Paris Tour in a Vintage Open-Top French Car Citroen DS

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

All of Paris Tour in a Vintage Open-Top French Car Citroen DS

Roll through Paris in a restored 1960s Citroën DS, a three-hour private tour that trades coach crowds for a handful of companions and a knowledgeable local driver. You'll pass the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées and Louvre from an open-top vantage—the car itself a working piece of French heritage. Benjamin, your guide, handles both steering and storytelling, pointing out neighbourhoods and landmarks while you settle into those famously comfortable DS seats. Drop-off anywhere you like when the tour ends.

Amazing Private Walking Tour of Old Nice between Italy and France

Explore the layered identity of Nice's oldest quarter, where Italian influences and French refinement collide across centuries of architecture. This 2–3 hour guided walk threads through medieval laneways and 19th-century facades, revealing how Nice's strategic position between two cultures shaped its streets, markets and local character. You'll encounter working produce stalls, heritage shops and the stories behind them—a neighbourhood that feels distinctly separate from the rest of France.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $170

Speleology, Exploration inside a secret cave

★ 5.0 (22)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

France

Speleology, Exploration inside a secret cave

Drop into an underground world on this three-hour guided caving expedition in France. You'll navigate passages carved by millennia of flowing water, discovering geological formations and subterranean chambers few see. The guide reveals how water shapes the cave system whilst you get a genuine sense of what lies beneath the surface—including the chance to eat lunch surrounded by rock and darkness.

Macaroons lessons with Flora

Learn to craft French macarons in a local's apartment near Strasbourg Saint-Denis with Flora, a chef who'll walk you through the history and hands-on technique of these delicate pastries. You'll make two flavours of your choice from five options, take home your creations, and enjoy coffee or tea throughout the two-hour session. Classes run in French, English, or Spanish.

2 hoursfrom AUD $167

Nice: Sunset & Homemade Apéritif in a historic Land Rover !

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Nice: Sunset & Homemade Apéritif in a historic Land Rover !

Climb into a vintage 1995 Land Rover Defender and explore the winding coastal roads around Villefranche-sur-Mer, stopping at a secluded vantage point to watch the Mediterranean light fade. Share locally-sourced wine and homemade tapenade as the sky shifts colour, then head back through the hillside villages as dusk settles. Two and a half hours of slow travel with a fellow driver who knows where the best light lingers.

Medieval Paris: Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle and Conciergerie

A three-hour guided walk through Île de la Cité traces Paris's medieval roots across three architectural landmarks. You'll explore Sainte Chapelle's soaring stained glass, move through the Conciergerie's former royal chambers and revolutionary prison cells, and enter Notre Dame Cathedral. When the Conciergerie closes for renovation in 2026, the itinerary pivots to the Cluny Museum's medieval collections instead. This is essential groundwork for understanding how Gothic style took root in the city.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1336

Street Food Tasting bar + one hour Thai Cooking

★ 5.0 (22)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Thailand

Street Food Tasting bar + one hour Thai Cooking

Spend 1–2 hours learning to prepare an authentic Thai main course from a working chef, then taste street food classics like spring rolls and fried banana. You'll visit a local produce market to see where ingredients come from, gaining insight into how Thai home cooks source their staples. All materials, water, and a digital recipe book are provided so you can recreate dishes at home.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $75

Tokyo's Authentic and Finest Taiko Drumming Workshop

★ 5.0 (22)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Japan

Tokyo's Authentic and Finest Taiko Drumming Workshop

Learn taiko drumming directly from an internationally recognised instructor in this 90-minute Tokyo workshop. You'll master foundational techniques, rhythm patterns, and perform both traditional and contemporary pieces. Eva, a Cornell University taiko founder and Tokyo University of the Arts award winner, guides you through hands-on training with professional drums, then presents a short performance and historical context. You'll leave with a personalised video of yourself playing.

Mochi・Matcha sweets Making Class Near Shibuya at private house

Spend two hours with a certified wagashi instructor in a residential Shibuya home learning to shape fruit daifuku mochi and nerikiri confections by hand. You'll discover the stories behind these sweets, practise a basic tea ceremony, and leave with handwritten recipes to recreate them at home. The intimate setting feels less like a classroom and more like cooking with a skilled family member, complete with fresh matcha to sip while you work.

Traditional Kimono Experience in Nagasaki

Dress in one of over 100 traditional kimonos and explore Nagasaki's historic Dejima district as it was during the Edo period. A professional dresser outfits you in roughly 20 minutes, complete with a simple hairstyle, then you're free to wander the atmospheric streets for the remainder of your two-hour window. The experience works rain or shine—indoor photo spots in the Chief Factor's Residence keep you covered on poor-weather days.

Private Tokyo Local Food and Drink Tour with a Bar Hopping Master

Spend 2.5 hours bar-hopping through Tokyo's neighbourhood drinking culture with a local guide. You'll hit two traditional izakayas in Ueno, Shinbashi, or Ikebukuro—the kind of cramped, unpretentious spots where salarymen unwind and regulars occupy the same stools year after year. Each venue comes with a drink and a small dish, giving you a genuine taste of how Tokyoites actually socialise after work, away from the polished tourist circuits.

2h 30mfrom AUD $291

Private Curated Tour | Hidden Gems & Must Sees in Tokyo

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Private Curated Tour | Hidden Gems & Must Sees in Tokyo

Walk through Harajuku and Shibuya with a local guide who knows where the crowds thin out and the real character emerges. This 3–7 hour private tour threads between fashion districts, street-level food vendors, and subculture hotspots, offering a ground-level read on what drives Tokyo's restless energy. Your guide captures photos at key spots and explains the trends and obsessions animating modern Japan's most visible neighbourhoods.

3 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $134

Rome: Borghese Gallery Private Tour with Pick-up and Drop-off

★ 5.0 (22)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Rome: Borghese Gallery Private Tour with Pick-up and Drop-off

A private guided tour of Rome's Borghese Gallery paired with hotel transfers. Your guide will lead you through three hours among masterworks by Raphael, Rubens, Caravaggio, Bernini and Canova—one of Europe's finest art collections housed in a 17th-century villa. Skip-the-line access lets you move straight into the galleries and gardens without queuing.

1h30m Wine Tasting and Visit to Val D'Orcia

Spend 90 minutes at Poggio del Moro, a working winery and art space in Val D'Orcia's rolling countryside. Walk through functioning vineyards, the oil mill, and barrel cellars with Tatiana or a wine specialist, learning how the estate produces organic wines without synthetic pesticides or heavy-handed processing. Taste three wines paired with house bruschetta in an intimate setting that doubles as a contemporary art venue.

Kyoto Ramen Tour

Taste two distinctly different ramen bowls across Kyoto's noodle landscape on this 2.5-hour guided tour. Start with coffee or tea whilst your guide unpacks the history of Kyoto ramen and maps out the stops ahead. You'll visit a traditional ramen shop and a contemporary spot, sampling half-size portions of each to compare styles and techniques. A knowledgeable local steers you through both kitchens, explaining what makes each bowl tick.

Transfers from Naples to Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello Maiori

Private car service from Naples to the Amalfi Coast towns of Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, or Maiori, taking 1–2 hours depending on destination. Pompeii Transfer Car operates a fleet of Mercedes vehicles with English and Italian-speaking drivers who know the region well. The company's Traveller's Choice award reflects consistent service quality. Extend your journey with optional stops in any town—just arrange in advance.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $133

Nijo Castle Samurai Inside Story — Top-Rated Guide (Max 8)

★ 5.0 (22)

🛕 Culture & History

Japan

Nijo Castle Samurai Inside Story — Top-Rated Guide (Max 8)

Explore Nijo Castle's military and political secrets with a bilingual guide who unpacks the Shogun era beyond standard tourist narratives. This focused 3-hour small-group tour (max 8 people) walks through the fortress, Ninomaru Palace, and gardens, revealing hidden architectural systems, samurai protocols, and the daily realities of feudal power that textbooks gloss over. Entrance and matcha tea included.

Private Archaeologist service to explore Pompeii's secrets any time ticket incl.

A private archaeologist guides you through Pompeii's streets for two and a half hours, revealing how ordinary Romans lived before Vesuvius struck. Rather than fixating on statues and mosaics, you'll walk past bakeries, homes and forums frozen mid-routine—amphora still on shelves, graffiti on walls, the texture of daily existence preserved in volcanic ash. Entry ticket included.

2 hoursfrom AUD $200

Private Sunset Photo Tour with vintage Fiat 500

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Sunset Photo Tour with vintage Fiat 500

Chase the golden hour along the Sorrento Coast in a vintage Fiat 500, stopping at prime vantage points to photograph Capri as the sun dips behind it. A professional photographer guides you through the best light, capturing shots tailored for social media, while you toast the moment with Prosecco on a hotel terrace. Two-and-a-half hours of curated stops and creative direction, with all images and video handed over the same day.

2 Hours Mochi &Nerikiri Making & Matcha Class in Bunkyo

Master the craft of mochi and nerikiri (Japanese decorative sweets) in a small group setting within a traditional Tokyo home overlooking the Kanda River. This two-hour class teaches both classical and contemporary techniques in English, with recipes designed to be manageable enough to recreate once you're home. Limited to four participants, the intimate session creates space for genuine hands-on learning rather than passive observation.

Naples Boat Ride with Swim Stop – Scenic 2.5-Hour Coastal Cruise

Sail Naples' coastline on a relaxed 2.5-hour boat cruise that balances well-known landmarks with quieter coves. You'll glide past Castel dell'Ovo and the clifftop villas of Posillipo, then anchor in sheltered bays like Marechiaro and Gaiola islet for a swim in transparent water. An experienced skipper pilots a small vessel fitted with snorkelling gear, cold drinks, and shade—no megaboat crowds, no rigid itinerary, just the Gulf of Naples at your own pace.

Chioggia : Aquaculture Secrets Tours of the Lagoon

Explore Chioggia's working lagoon by restored wooden boat, watching how locals farm mussels, harvest soft-shell Moleche crabs, and cultivate oysters using methods passed down through generations. This 90-minute tour reveals the seafood traditions that have sustained the Venetian Lagoon for centuries, guided by someone who knows these shallow waters intimately. Small groups—maximum five people—get close enough to ask questions and photograph the boats and nets in action.

Mountain Bike tour in Spina Verde natural park

A 30km mountain bike loop starting from Como that climbs into Spina Verde park, crosses into Switzerland, and descends through Merlot vineyards. You'll gain 800 metres over roughly 3.5 hours of riding, passing WWI trench sites and dual panoramic viewpoints overlooking the lake and Alpine foothills. Demands solid fitness and technical bike handling, but rewards with Swiss border scenery and quiet forest trails away from city traffic.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $316

Private Guided Tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum

★ 5.0 (22)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Guided Tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum

A 2 hour 15 minute private guided tour of Rome's most iconic ancient monuments. Your expert guide leads you through the Colosseum's towering arches and underground chambers, explaining the engineering feats and brutal spectacle of gladiatorial combat. You'll then explore the Roman Forum's temple ruins and government buildings, followed by Palatine Hill's imperial palaces. Entry tickets and reservation fees included; the Forum and Palatine are self-guided after the Colosseum portion.

Tour of the island of Ortigia and the Plemmirio reserve

Sail around Syracuse's Ortigia island and the Plemmirio reserve on a 2.5-hour coastal loop. You'll pass the Bourbon prison, Vigliena fort, Spanish walls, Maniace Castle and the sprawling Porto Grande, then head out to the protected Gulf of Pillirina. Drinks flow throughout—water, prosecco, and wine—with plenty of stops to take in the Ionian views and explore key landmarks from the boat.

Roma Vespa Tour Adventure

Tear through Rome's backstreets on a vintage Vespa with a local rider at the helm. This 1–2 hour jaunt weaves past centuries-old landmarks and pulls up at Gianicolo Hill, where you'll find the city's best panoramic overlook. Your guide shares insider knowledge of Rome's layered past whilst you snap photos from the saddle and soak in views that stretch across terracotta rooftops and ancient domes.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $133

Rome: Private Vespa Tour and Professional Photoshoot

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome: Private Vespa Tour and Professional Photoshoot

Cruise Rome's most celebrated squares and tucked-away corners on a private Vespa, with a photographer riding along to capture your journey. This two-hour tour hits the Colosseum, Vatican views, Piazza Popolo, and lesser-known spots like Aventine Hill's Orange Garden. You'll receive ten professionally retouched photos within 48 hours—keepsakes that actually look like you, not tourist-board stock shots.

River Trekking in Brembana Valley

Wade, jump and swim through the Brembana Valley's alpine waterway over three and a half hours. This river trekking experience strips away the technical gear of canyoning—no harnesses or ropes needed—leaving you free to navigate natural pools and stream sections at your own pace. You'll move through the valley on foot, diving into crystalline water and floating downstream where the current allows, making it an accessible way to experience the raw landscape of northern Italy's mountain terrain.

3h 30mfrom AUD $92

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Rome

Skip the crowded buses and navigate Rome's heart via electric tuk tuk with a private driver fluent in English. Over three hours, you'll cruise past the city's most recognisable monuments—the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon—at your own pace. Your driver steers you through narrow cobbled streets and piazzas that cars can't reach, revealing how Romans actually move through their city. It's sightseeing without the walking fatigue or tour-group shuffle.

Sunset Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour With A Local

Ride a Vespa along the Amalfi and Sorrento coasts as the sun dips toward the horizon. This three-hour tour avoids the midday crush, letting you experience quieter villages and dramatic cliffside roads when light turns golden. Your local guide handles the scooter while you soak in sea breeze, coastal architecture, and the genuine rhythm of the region—espresso included.

Celuk Bali Silver Class: Hands-On Silver Making Class

Learn silversmithing from Balinese artisans in Celuk over three hours. You'll hammer, shape and finish your own piece of jewellery from raw silver, working alongside craftspeople in their workshop. The class covers design through to completion, and you'll walk away with a wearable piece you've made yourself. Materials, tools, refreshments and Wi-Fi included. Suitable for all fitness levels.

Reina Sofia Museum Madrid Exclusive Guided Tour

Explore Spain's premier modern art museum with a dedicated guide who navigates you straight to the masterworks without queuing. This 2.5-hour tour through the Reina Sofia reveals the stories embedded in Spanish artistic movements from the 20th century onwards. Your guide unpacks the context behind pivotal pieces, transforming the collection from visual spectacle into cultural narrative. All entry fees included; meet your guide at the museum entrance.

2h 30mfrom AUD $221

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