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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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The Mystery of Naples Saga: The Skull with ears

Descend into the basement of Santa Luciella ai Librai, a 14th-century church tucked away on Naples' artisan-filled San Gregorio Armeno street, to encounter a skull with ears—a peculiar relic that Neapolitans once treated as a spiritual intermediary between the living and the dead. This one-hour guided tour, led by an archaeologist and authorised guide, explores the hidden sanctuary reclaimed by local volunteers as both a social hub and historical landmark, revealing how ordinary people sought otherworldly intervention through an unusual object of devotion.

Hoi An Cooking Class & Vespa Cooking Adventure Tour

Combine market shopping, farm visits and hands-on cooking in one afternoon. You'll ride a Vespa through Hoi An's countryside, stopping at a fish farm and organic garden to source ingredients, then work alongside a local chef to prepare three signature dishes. Cook what you'll eat—traditional Hoi An recipes taught by someone who knows them inside out. Finish with lunch featuring your own creations plus regional specialities, then return to your accommodation.

3 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $88

Blue Grotto and Capri by Private Boat Tour

★ 5.0 (26)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Blue Grotto and Capri by Private Boat Tour

Your private boat circles Capri over three hours, hitting seventeen coastal highlights and diving into the Blue Grotto's luminescent chamber. Swim and snorkel in crystalline coves, graze on brunch featuring local produce, and sip Prosecco and homemade Limoncello as the skipper navigates. The boat is yours alone, with a hostess, guide, and safety kit included. Bring your own towel or use theirs. Blue Grotto entry costs extra.

3 hoursfrom AUD $4729

Rome Super Local Street Food Tour in Old Monteverde Neighborhood

★ 5.0 (26)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Rome Super Local Street Food Tour in Old Monteverde Neighborhood

A two-hour food tour through Monteverde, a residential Rome neighbourhood where locals actually live. You'll stop at five family-run businesses—bakeries, delis, wine bars—sampling breakfast and snacks while your guide (a Monteverde resident) shares the histories behind each counter. No tour-group herding or marked-up prices; just genuine neighbourhood eating as Romans do it daily.

Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show

When Sarah from our BugBitten team caught Buckets N Boards in Branson, she watched a crew of musicians turn percussion and comedy into a two-hour show that had the whole room laughing and clapping along. They're a touring outfit with serious chops—Disney's had them on rotation, and they've done the symphony circuit too. The crowd was mixed ages, mostly families and couples looking for something daft and upbeat. It's billed as clean comedy, and they pull you into the act rather than just performing at you.

2 hoursfrom AUD $49

★ 5.0 (26)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Marthas Vineyard Luxury Tour (2hrs)

When Jake from our BugBitten team booked this private tour, we got a straight-up scenic loop of Martha's Vineyard's down-island towns in a clean luxury van with five of us max aboard. It's a narrated drive along the coast—photo stops, local history, celebrity spotting chat, the lot—squeezed into two hours. Perfect if you're day-tripping and want the gist of the island without mucking about with public transport or hiring a car yourself.

Lake Austin Gone Wild- #1 Single Decker Pontoon in Austin. BYOB

When Sarah from our team booked Lake Austin Gone Wild's single-decker pontoon, we got a straightforward party boat setup on a lake that fills up with Austin weekenders. The 2–4 hour cruise gives you a full-sized Aqua Lily Pad floaty, Bluetooth sound, shade, and a captain who knows where the crowd hangs or where the quiet spots are. It's BYOB, so you bring your own drinks and vibe. The boat fits groups after birthdays, buck trips, or just because, and Lake Austin's warm and accessible from central Austin.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $703

★ 5.0 (26)

🛕 Culture & History

United States

Historic Leesburg Guided Walking Tour

When Mia from our team walked Historic Leesburg's downtown grid, she found a town that punches well above its weight for colonial and Civil War stories. This 80-minute guided tour threads through a mile of streets lined with Federal-era homes, taverns, and sites tied to major American moments—from Lafayette's 1825 visit to Robert E. Lee's Maryland campaign planning. It's compact enough to feel manageable and packed enough to keep you talking afterwards. The guide sets the pace, and the mix of architectural detail and historical narrative works for families, history buffs, and anyone who likes towns with actual roots.

First Time Siena Medieval Tuscany Private Half Day Tour

A three-hour private walking tour of Siena's medieval lanes, led by a local guide with two decades' experience. Tailored to your interests and pace, this introduction covers the city's layered history and culture. Your guide draws on backgrounds in art history and languages to reveal how Siena evolved from a powerful city-state into the striking Renaissance town you walk through today. Fully customisable depending on what fascinates you most—whether that's architecture, civic rivalry with [Florence](/places/florence), or the rhythms of everyday life in the centro storico.

Historic Santa Barbara Food Tasting Tour

When Noah from our team ran this Santa Barbara food tour, it was a proper blend of eating and learning rolled into one 3.5-hour walk through downtown. You'll hit six different spots—think Northern Italian, artisan cheese, local wine, handcrafted chocolate—each one a quick sit-down tasting with the owner or chef keen to chat about what they do. The city's got that California coastal charm, fairly relaxed pace, and the groups max out at 14 people, so it doesn't feel like a cattle run. Our guide wove in local history and architecture as we went, which gave the eating stops real context instead of feeling random.

Premium eFoil Lesson near Waikiki

When Ben from our team tried the Premium eFoil Lesson near Waikiki, he was straight onto an electric hydrofoil board in calm, beginner-friendly waters. You're on a Flite Board—properly decent kit—with a radio helmet so the instructor can talk you through it all. Two hours total, and the crew here reckon they've got the best ratings on the island. It's open to ages 13 and up, no experience needed, and honestly less fiddly than learning to surf. Works as a solid family outing if everyone's keen to have a go.

Maui-PRIVATE-Air Tour: SKY-ROAD to HANA: Lava Flows, Waterfalls!

When Lily from our BugBitten team booked this private air tour, she was after a proper look at Maui's landscape without fighting coach-seat crowds. This is a one-hour flight in a small aircraft (max five passengers) that swings over Haleakala's lava fields, the Road to Hana's jungle and coastline, and a string of waterfalls. Your pilot does live commentary through headsets—clear and informative—and there's refreshments onboard. It's intimate, quick, and genuinely gives you perspective on the island's scale and geology that ground-level touring just doesn't match.

Ferris Bueller Movie Tour at the Art Institute of Chicago

When Em from our team tried this, we discovered a clever angle on the Art Institute of Chicago: a walking tour that traces the 1986 film 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' through the actual artworks that made it on screen. Over 90 minutes, you'll move through three floors spotting 16 pieces and hearing how director John Hughes framed each one. It's part film history, part art appreciation, and entirely Chicago. Fair warning—museum admission isn't included, so factor that in. The tour kicks off in the Modern Wing's Griffin Court.

Miami Luxury Party Sprinter Bus

When Em from our team booked the Miami Luxury Party Sprinter Bus, we expected a straightforward private transfer—and that's what we got, done well. This is a Mercedes Sprinter that seats 14 with leather captain chairs, a sound system, WiFi, and enough power outlets to keep everyone charged. It's built for corporate runs, airport pickups, and group nights out across Broward and Miami Counties. The uniformed drivers know their way around, the vehicles are insured and county-approved, and you get hotel pickup included. Three hours covers a solid chunk of South Florida if you're hopping between spots.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1123

Scenic Mountain Photoshoot in Boulder, Colorado

★ 5.0 (26)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Scenic Mountain Photoshoot in Boulder, Colorado

When Noah from our team booked this guided photo session in Boulder, we got an hour with a photographer working the dramatic mountain backdrop around town. It's pitched at anyone wanting decent shots of their trip—couples marking an occasion, families, solo travellers—without needing to know how to frame a decent photo yourself. Boulder's the kind of place where the peaks loom close enough to feel real, and the golden hour light does half the work for you. You walk out with 50 USD in digital image credit and files to sort through later.

Biscuit and Brunch Class with Chef Regina

When Tom from our team joined Chef Regina's biscuit and brunch class, we found ourselves in an intimate kitchen session with just seven other people — the kind of setup where you actually get attention and leave having learned something. Over two hours, Regina walks you through making proper biscuits from scratch, then you sit down together to eat what you've made alongside other brunch dishes. It's a small-group cooking experience in the USA that feels more like visiting a knowledgeable mate's kitchen than a formal class, and you head home with a printed tea towel and cutter as a keepsake.

Alpaca Ranch and Fiber Processing Mill Tour

When Charlie from our team visited this alpaca ranch and fibre processing mill, we found ourselves hand-feeding a genuinely friendly herd, then following the raw fibre through an actual working mill to finished products. It's a rural spot that feels deliberately low-key—no theme-park theatrics, just alpacas doing their thing and a small team showing you how their fleece becomes blankets and scarves. The whole thing runs 1.5 hours and suits mixed fitness levels, though the shop's up a flight of stairs.

1h 30mfrom AUD $53

Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Van Tour

★ 5.0 (26)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Historic Highlights with the Gilded Age Van Tour

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this van tour through Newport, Rhode Island, we got a solid primer on why this seaside town became the summer playground for America's wealthiest families in the late 1800s. The 90-minute, fully narrated drive covers 15 miles and sweeps past over 100 historical landmarks—mansions, estates, colonial sites—without stepping inside any of them. It's just five of you max in an air-conditioned van, so there's none of the cattle-car feel of bigger tour buses. You're moving at a pace that lets you actually absorb the landscape and listen, rather than scramble to catch everything.

Alpaca and Llama Encounter with Guided Walk

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this alpaca and llama encounter, we found ourselves in a genuinely relaxed paddock setting where you can hand-feed and interact with both animals up close. The property sits beside a small creek with good green space around it — it's the kind of low-key rural spot that draws families and animal-lovers looking for something quieter than typical tourist attractions. The 90-minute session pairs a mix of hands-on time with the animals and a guided walk through the property, with guides sharing context on the creatures' origins and temperaments. Nothing fancy, but honest animal contact in a peaceful setting.

Abstract Painting Class

When Ben from our team pitched up to this Santa Fe painting workshop, he walked into a studio full of canvases and colour with zero pressure to be 'good' at it. The class pairs you with an artist-teacher who genuinely knows how to coax out ideas from people who've never held a brush for anything serious. Over two hours, you're working with supplied paint, brushes, and canvas — no experience needed, no pretentious vibes. Santa Fe itself is crawling with galleries and creatives, so this fits neatly into the city's whole artistic energy.

Private Surf Lessons in Coolangatta

Get your feet on a board at Kirra Beach, one of Australia's premier breaks and the Gold Coast's most reliable learning ground. This 90-minute private lesson puts you with an instructor who reads swells and your progress in real time. You'll paddle out with supplied wetsuits and boards matched to your needs, whether you're touching water for the first time or refining your pop-up technique.

Private: Downtown Las Vegas Food Tour of 6 Dishes & Hidden Gems

When Charlie from our team ran this Downtown Las Vegas food tour, we stepped straight off the Strip into the city's actual food scene—three hours hitting seven different spots that actually matter. You're tasting real Vegas here: a lobster montadito that's buttery and packed, an elote dog that lives up to the hype, a charity pizza slice, shrimp cocktail, musubi with teriyaki, a chocolate number, and whatever secret dish they've lined up that day. Downtown's got character—a bit rough around the edges, less polished than the casino stretch, but where the flavour is.

Spectacular Sunset Sail on San Diego Bay

When Noah from our team boarded Luna, a 35-foot sailboat moored in San Diego Bay, we were met by a captain who actually knew the water—not just the script. Over two hours, we sailed past naval destroyers, mega-yachts, and the occasional curious sea lion while the sun dropped behind the city's skyline. It's a small-group affair with real sailing happening (you can help if you want, or just watch from a blanket). No experience needed, families welcome from age nine up, and the vibe is genuinely relaxed—this feels like a local's evening out, not a tourist cattle run.

2 hoursfrom AUD $170

Private Nashville City Tour up to 7 Guests History Hidden Gems

★ 5.0 (26)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Private Nashville City Tour up to 7 Guests History Hidden Gems

When Ben from our BugBitten team ran this Nashville private tour, we found it a solid way to get the lay of the land without fighting downtown crowds. You're rolling through Music City in a black Ford Expedition Max with up to six other people, stopping wherever you fancy for photos or a proper look around. Over two hours, your guide walks you through 250-odd years of Nashville history — the country music roots, the Grand Ole Opry's place in it all, and the characters who've shaped the place. It's a private ride with creature comforts (WiFi, aircon, sunroof views), and pacing is entirely on you.

Bali Rafting Ubud with Lunch

Navigate the Ayung River, Bali's longest waterway, on a three-hour white water rafting journey through dense jungle. This all-inclusive outing combines paddling sections with a proper meal, transport from your hotel, and full safety gear. The river corridor showcases towering vegetation and natural rock formations, offering both adrenaline and scenery.

Best White Water Rafting in Bali

Paddle the Ayung, Bali's longest river, on a straightforward three-hour adventure that skips the hard slog. You'll navigate 33 rapids across two hours on the water, spotting a hidden waterfall and dense jungle along the way. The route features a gentle flat exit, making this the most accessible white-water option on the island. All safety kit included; lunch and water provided.

Bali Airport Transfers Convenient Pickup to Popular Areas

Skip the airport chaos and get straight to your accommodation with a direct transfer from Bali Ngurah Rai Airport. Your English-speaking driver collects you and your bags, then whisks you across to Kuta, Ubud, Canggu or wherever you're staying in an air-conditioned vehicle. Reliable, straightforward, and priced fairly whether you land mid-morning or after midnight.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $16

Wednesday Early Morning Sistine Chapel and Vatican I Max 6 People

★ 5.0 (26)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Wednesday Early Morning Sistine Chapel and Vatican I Max 6 People

Beat the crowds at Vatican Museums on Wednesday morning when St Peter's Basilica closes for the Papal Audience, leaving galleries nearly empty. Your expert guide leads a maximum six-person group through Renaissance galleries—Raphael Rooms, Pinacoteca, Galleries of Candelabra and Tapestries—before arriving at Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling. You'll navigate courtyards and papal spaces at a contemplative pace, seeing masterworks by Caravaggio, Leonardo and Giotto before mainstream tourism arrives.

Tapas & Sidecar Motorcycle Barcelona Tour

Ride through [Barcelona](/places/barcelona) in a sidecar attached to a classic motorcycle, stopping to eat tapas and drink Cava at carefully chosen spots across the city. Your private guide handles the bike at a leisurely pace whilst explaining the landmarks you pass via helmet comms. The 3.5-hour route takes in architecture, views over the coastline, and a full meal at a local tapas restaurant, with hotel pickups included in central Barcelona.

3h 30mfrom AUD $376

★ 5.0 (26)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Barcelona Photoshoot Tour

A 90-minute guided photo tour through [Barcelona](/places/barcelona)'s Gothic Quarter that captures you in the city's most photogenic corners. Starting at [Plaça de Catalunya](/places/pla-a-de-catalunya), you'll explore narrow medieval streets, hidden plazas, and the Barcelona Cathedral with a photographer who uses professional equipment and provides posing guidance throughout. You'll receive 50+ personalised images the same day, with the best shots professionally edited—no photography experience necessary.

Sunset Tour with visit and guided tasting of 5 wines and local products

Spend 2.5 hours on Sardinia's coast watching the sun dip while a sommelier walks you through five island wines paired with local produce. You'll learn how geography and tradition shape what's in your glass, in a small group setting (max 24) designed for serious tasters rather than casual drinkers. A light meal anchors the evening; the wine education can stand in for it if you prefer.

2h 30mfrom AUD $117

★ 5.0 (26)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Bari Rickshaw Tour with Museum Visits

Pedal through Bari's backstreets on a modern rickshaw whilst a local guide points out churches, palaces and lesser-known alleyways steeped in medieval history. This two-hour tour includes entry to two museums, a chance to explore subterranean passages that reveal the city's layered past, and a tasting of homemade gelato. You'll move at a pace that lets you actually absorb the architecture and street life rather than rushing through another coach-full itinerary.

Private Boat Trip in Barcelona with Snacks and Drinks

Set sail from Port Marina Vela aboard your own skippered boat for a leisurely 2-hour coastal cruise. You'll glide past [Barcelona](/places/barcelona)'s waterfront landmarks—Port Vell, Maremagnum, and distant views of Sagrada Família—before heading into open Mediterranean waters along Barceloneta and beyond. Cava, wine, beer and soft drinks flow throughout, paired with Spanish charcuterie and nibbles. Weather allowing, drop anchor for a swim and have a go on the paddleboard.

Jet Surf in Corsica

Ride a hydrofoil board engineered to F1 standards across Corsican waters at speeds up to 65 km/h. This one-hour session teaches you to carve and launch above the surface whilst a support boat tracks your progress and offers real-time coaching. Boards are modern and responsive; instructors handle all setup and safety gear, making it accessible even if you've never tried anything like it.

Natural Wine Tasting with Cheese Pairings in Paris

Taste five natural wines paired with cheese in a relaxed Canal Saint-Martin wine bar run by Brave and Olivia, seasoned advocates of low-intervention winemaking. Unlike formal Parisian tastings, this 90-minute session happens in a neighbourhood haunt where wine chat flows freely and pretension stays at the door. Brave's decade-plus track record in Paris's natural wine scene means you'll learn what makes these bottles different—funky, alive, occasionally cloudy—without the lecture-hall vibe.

1h 30mfrom AUD $100

Outdoor Escape Room in Houston - Downtown

★ 5.0 (25)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Outdoor Escape Room in Houston - Downtown

When Alex from our BugBitten team ran this downtown Houston escape room, it hit that sweet spot between structured puzzle-solving and actually exploring the city on foot. You're chasing clues hidden across real landmarks — murals, statues, street-level details — scanning QR codes to unlock the next location and crack codes via an app. It's two hours of walking and thinking, paced by your own speed. The storyline pulls you through neighbourhoods you might otherwise skip, and difficulty scales to your group's patience for hints. Downtown Houston's the playground here, and the game box arrives either by post or on the day, depending on how much notice you give.

Amalfi Skip the Crowds Private Chill Experience on a Sail Yacht

Sail the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) aboard a private yacht, anchoring in secluded spots beyond the reach of tour buses and day-trippers. Skip the clifftop crowds and experience the coastline from the water—snorkel in crystalline coves, sip Italian wine, and watch the dramatic limestone cliffs rise above you. Available as a morning or afternoon departure, this 3.5–7 hour voyage suits all fitness levels and works equally well for couples seeking a quiet escape or small groups wanting genuine conversation.

3h 30m – 7 hoursfrom AUD $2664

Kyoto Geisha Show Cultural Hour with an apprentice geisha, Maiko

★ 5.0 (25)

🛕 Culture & History

Japan

Kyoto Geisha Show Cultural Hour with an apprentice geisha, Maiko

Step into Kyoto's geisha world through a 90-minute encounter with a maiko apprentice. After a guided introduction to the tradition's history, training, and daily rituals, you'll watch an authentic dance performance accompanied by live music and storytelling. The session finishes with direct conversation, photographs, and time to ask questions—a rare chance to move beyond the mystique and hear firsthand accounts from someone actively practising this centuries-old craft.

1h 30mfrom AUD $143

2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo

★ 5.0 (25)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo

Skip the tourist crush at Shibuya and explore central Tokyo's actual neighbourhoods on two wheels. This 2.5-hour guided cycle covers backstreet alleys, hidden shopping arcades, and hole-in-the-wall food stalls where locals eat. Your guide shows you the parts of Tokyo that don't make postcards—quiet corners, family-run eateries serving proper regional dishes, and the rhythms of everyday city life. Late March through early April, you'll ride beneath cherry blossoms.

Swim&Enjoy 5 terre on the PINK Hyena with Captain Jenny!

Three hours aboard a distinctive pink gozzo with Captain Jenny, exploring [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre)'s five villages from the water. Swim in secluded spots, snorkel the Bay of Guvano, and watch the sun descend over the Ligurian coast whilst sipping local wine. A straightforward alternative to the crowded clifftop trails—you'll see these UNESCO villages from an angle most visitors miss, with someone who knows the sea and shoreline intimately.

3 hoursfrom AUD $266

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