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Tour to San Vito lo Capo Zingaro reserve and Castellammare

A half-day boat journey along Sicily's northern coast, departing from San Vito lo Capo to explore the Zingaro reserve and Castellammare shoreline. You'll travel by speedboat with a skipper who knows these waters intimately, stopping to swim and snorkel in crystalline coves. The itinerary balances action with leisure—expect time anchored in secluded spots, local Sicilian refreshments, and the chance to see the dramatic cliffside landscape from the water's vantage point.

Felsina Culinaria - Personalised Private Cooking Course

Learn to cook three Bolognese dishes during a three-hour private session at Villa degli Olmi, a hilltop estate overlooking the Po Valley. Work one-on-one with instructors as you prepare, cook, and plate your creations, then sit down to eat what you've made whilst taking in sweeping countryside views. Classes run in English, Italian, or French, and you can take leftovers home.

Transfer from Rome Airports to Rome

Skip the chaos of Rome's airport queues and taxi ranks. This private transfer whisks you from Fiumicino or Ciampino directly to your accommodation in a climate-controlled vehicle, driven by an English-speaking professional. The 30-minute to one-hour journey gives you time to decompress and watch the Italian countryside roll past before you hit the city's ancient streets.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $93

Cook on Lake Como with amazing views at our convent

★ 5.0 (49)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Cook on Lake Como with amazing views at our convent

Learn to prepare an authentic Italian meal in a working convent kitchen overlooking Lake Como. This three-hour hands-on class teaches practical cooking techniques whilst you work alongside instructors in a purpose-built kitchen. You'll cook a pasta dish and dessert from scratch, then sit down to eat your creations paired with local wine and prosecco, with views across the water as your backdrop.

Eat Pintxos As A Local

Hit the pintxo bars where San Sebastián locals actually drink, sampling the signature bite from four neighbourhood spots over two hours. Your guide steers you toward the prizewinning specialities each bar is known for—the dishes that built their reputation—paired with Basque wine or soft drinks. You'll taste genuine regional cooking without the tourist markup, moving between bars like a regular does, learning how pintxos fit into Basque food culture beyond the Instagram angle.

Private Sunset Cruise on Sailing Boat

Sail along Mallorca's coast as daylight fades into amber and pink, anchoring in quiet coves where the Mediterranean spreads flat beneath you. This two-hour private cruise pairs the rhythm of the boat with chilled wine, fresh fruit, and the option to slip into the water with a paddleboard or snorkel gear. Small enough for couples or intimate groups, large enough to breathe easy on deck.

2 hoursfrom AUD $1003

Padi open water diver course (Start at Ko Kut)

★ 5.0 (49)

🐠 Water Activities

Thailand

Padi open water diver course (Start at Ko Kut)

Earn your PADI Open Water certification over three days based in Ko Kut. Day one covers theory and confined-water skills from the beach. Days two and three take you out by boat for four open-water dives on the coral reefs surrounding Ko Kut and Ko Rang. You'll finish qualified to dive independently to 18 metres worldwide. Hotel transfers, meals, and all refreshments included.

Morning Thai cooking class

Spend 4.5 hours cooking alongside Nok and Aek, a Thai couple who grew up in different regions and have spent decades refining their craft through family tradition and everyday practice. You'll learn to select ingredients at market, handle spices and herbs with confidence, and master techniques passed down through generations. The class caps at 8 people and welcomes plant-based diets. Lunch of your own creations is included. This is less performance and more genuine exchange—the kind of skill you'll actually use at home.

Private Tour: Siena Walking Tour

Explore Siena's medieval heart with a knowledgeable guide over two hours. This Tuscan gem reveals Gothic architecture, narrow cobbled streets, and architectural details most visitors miss. Your guide navigates you through the town's layered history, pointing out the craftsmanship and design choices that make Siena distinct from other Italian hill towns. You'll cover main landmarks and quieter corners, learning how the city functioned in its medieval heyday.

2 hoursfrom AUD $300

★ 5.0 (49)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento

An eight-hour coastal drive tracing the clifftop curves of southern Italy's most photogenic shoreline. Your driver navigates the Mediterranean's legendary switchbacks, stopping in Positano's pastel-painted villages, Amalfi's historic squares, and Ravello's hilltop gardens. You'll hear local insights throughout and have breathing room to explore each town at your own pace, with hotel collection and return included.

Secrets & Scandals of the Louvre - Limited to 6 Guests

A frank 2.5-hour exploration of art's most provocative corners, capped at six people to keep things intimate. You'll navigate the Louvre's collection through the lens of desire, power plays, and artistic rebellion—examining why certain works scandalized their era and what the artists were really after. This isn't a reverent march through hallowed halls; it's a conversation about bodies, ambition, and the messy human stories behind the frame.

2 Hour Walking Tour in the Old Town of Antibes

A two-hour walking tour through Antibes' compact old town, led by a local guide who navigates both the polished landmarks and tucked-away corners most visitors miss. You'll weave through narrow medieval laneways, see the working port, explore the weekly market bustle, and spot contemporary street art alongside centuries-old stonework. The guide shares stories of Antibes' layered past, current neighbourhood life, and steers you toward worthwhile beaches, eateries, and things to do beyond the walk itself.

Daily tour in Amalfi and Positano from Salerno

Seven-hour coastal boat tour departing from Salerno that threads along the Amalfi Coast, stopping at sea caves and picturesque villages. You'll spend time swimming and snorkelling in crystalline waters, with equipment provided and snacks aboard. The route takes in dramatic clifftop settlements and hidden grottos that define this stretch of Italian coastline.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1500

★ 5.0 (49)

🛕 Culture & History

Australia

Sydney City Walking Tour

A two-hour walking tour through Sydney's CBD that peels back layers of the city's turbulent past. You'll visit Australia's oldest European structures and learn about the convict era, Aboriginal dispossession, colonial rivalries, and the architects who shaped the skyline. The guide reveals lesser-known stories—corruption scandals, violent crimes, architectural ambitions—that built modern Sydney, moving through the CBD's most significant streets and laneways.

Hanoi Tea Workshop: Specialty Fresh Lotus Tea from West Lake

Learn the craft of West Lake lotus tea in a two-hour workshop that moves beyond factory methods to reveal how artisans scent premium leaves with fresh blooms. You'll taste seasonal harvests, practise brewing techniques, and understand why this delicate process demands patience and skill. Held in Hanoi, the session includes traditional Vietnamese snacks and a guide to recreating the flavour at home.

Ban Gioc Waterfall 1,2,3 days - Daily tour/Open tour/Private tour

This 1–3 day excursion from Hanoi takes you to Ban Gioc Waterfall and the Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark, combining dramatic water features, limestone caves and border vistas. You'll ride motorbike through rural landscapes, meet local ethnic communities, and hike to viewpoints overlooking China—all while keeping logistics simple with guided itineraries and included transport from the capital.

8 hours – 16 hoursfrom AUD $228

Self Ride with Yolo Ha Giang: No License, No Police, No Fines

★ 5.0 (49)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Vietnam

Self Ride with Yolo Ha Giang: No License, No Police, No Fines

Ride your own motorbike through Ha Giang Loop's mountain passes and remote villages on this four-day self-guided adventure. You'll tackle legendary routes like Ma Pi Leng and White Cliff, trek to hidden waterfalls, and eat with locals in their homes. An English-speaking guide leads the way, handling logistics so you focus on the ride and the landscape. This isn't a tour bus experience—it's steering your own machine through limestone peaks and sleeping in the communities you pass through.

4 daysfrom AUD $251

Private Kyoto Tour by Car with Optional Nara or Osaka Add-Ons

★ 5.0 (49)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Private Kyoto Tour by Car with Optional Nara or Osaka Add-Ons

Build your own Kyoto day with a private car and local driver who adapts the route to what interests you. Choose to stay in Kyoto exploring temples and bamboo groves, or branch out to Nara's deer parks or Osaka's urban energy. Over 7–8 hours, you'll move at your pace without the constraints of group schedules, stopping where you linger and skipping what doesn't appeal. Your guide shares local knowledge and context as you travel between sites in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $284

Hakone & Mt Fuji Private Custom Tour with English Driver-guide

★ 5.0 (49)

✈️ Transfers

Japan

Hakone & Mt Fuji Private Custom Tour with English Driver-guide

Spend ten hours exploring Hakone and Mt Fuji's slopes on a private itinerary you design yourself. Your English-speaking driver navigates from central Tokyo, handling all logistics while you decide whether to chase views, browse local shops, or linger over landscapes. The car stays yours throughout—no group timings, no fixed stops, just flexibility within a day.

10 hoursfrom AUD $611

Cagliari Luxury Boat Tour: 3h Premium Snorkeling on New 8m Boat

★ 5.0 (49)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Cagliari Luxury Boat Tour: 3h Premium Snorkeling on New 8m Boat

Explore the Gulf of Cagliari's quietest coves aboard a sleek 8-metre vessel with a local skipper steering the way. This 3-hour snorkel trip departs from the city centre and visits four sheltered anchorages—from the secluded Calamosca to the turquoise Piscine di Gasole—with all gear, towels, and freshwater rinsing included. Small groups mean no jostling; just clear water, comfortable seating under canvas, and a skipper who knows where the fish congregate.

3 hoursfrom AUD $83

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Bali · Indonesia

North Bali Private Tour - All Inclusive

A full day exploring North Bali's quieter side with your own driver and guide. You'll visit three distinct landscapes—a lakeside temple, a tiered waterfall, and UNESCO-listed rice terraces—without the stress of navigating roads yourself. Your English-speaking guide handles driving and logistics, leaving you free to photograph and absorb the scenery. The air-conditioned vehicle keeps you comfortable between stops.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $101

Private Bike Tours - Customizable Route, Top Barcelona Highlights

★ 5.0 (48)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Spain

Private Bike Tours - Customizable Route, Top Barcelona Highlights

Pedal through Barcelona on your own schedule with a dedicated guide steering you toward what actually interests you. This three-hour private bike tour ditches the herded-group model entirely—you choose whether to linger at a Gothic quarter corner or sprint toward the seafront, adjust your route mid-ride, and hear stories only locals know. The guide speaks your language and stays focused on your group alone, making this the least rigid way to cover real ground and see why Barcelonans love their city.

3 hoursfrom AUD $57

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Electric City Bike Rental Tenerife

Explore Tenerife's streets on a modern electric city bike, with hassle-free rental that includes door-to-door delivery and collection. BOSCH-powered motors handle the island's varied terrain, letting you cover ground without exhaustion. Ideal for getting around town at your own pace, whether you're cruising coastal promenades or navigating uphill neighbourhoods. The rental outfit handles logistics so you focus on discovery.

Private Longtail Boat Tour to 4 Islands

Hire a private longtail boat for a six-to-seven-hour island circuit around Krabi without sharing deck space or schedules. Your guide steers you toward the best snorkelling spots, hidden beaches and photo angles across four islands. Thai lunch arrives on the sand, cold drinks keep flowing, and you're back at your Aonang hotel by evening. Snorkelling gear, life jackets and park permits (if chosen) are sorted.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $178

Jervis Bay Highlights Tour – Small Group Experience Scenic Coast

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Jervis Bay Highlights Tour – Small Group Experience Scenic Coast

This 10–12 hour coastal loop departs Sydney and sweeps down the South Coast, hitting waterfalls, dramatic lookouts, and three distinct beaches. You'll cross the engineering marvel of Sea Cliff Bridge, hunt for whales and dolphins from clifftops, explore the Kiama Blowhole, and finish at Cave Beach where kangaroos roam freely. Professional drone footage and stills capture the day; snorkelling gear, sunscreen, and snacks are supplied.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $245

Rome: Private Photoshoot Tour with Professional Photographer

★ 5.0 (48)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Rome: Private Photoshoot Tour with Professional Photographer

A 30-minute private photography session across Rome's most recognisable landmarks, helmed by Mohamed Sajjadh, a local photographer with 500+ completed shoots. Whether you're solo, coupled, or in a group, he crafts relaxed, genuine portraits at the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and lesser-known corners. Your edited images arrive within 2–5 days via a private online gallery, with bonus frames added per extra person.

Rome: Lip Smacking 4 hours Foodie Tours in golf cart

Skip the gridlock and sore feet—cover Rome's best eating spots in four hours via golf cart. You'll taste your way through local markets and neighbourhood trattorias, sampling crispy supplì, fried courgette flowers, aged Parma ham with sheep's ricotta, Roman artichokes, and the white pizza Romans grab on market runs. Hotel pickup and a knowledgeable local guide round out the experience, keeping groups small and the pace manageable.

Unusual guided tour of Saint Malo in immersion in 1944

A 2-hour guided walk through Saint-Malo led by a costumed American soldier who fought in the 1944 liberation. You'll traverse the old town and Grand-Bé peninsula while your guide recounts firsthand accounts of the occupation, the summer campaign, and the city's reconstruction. This isn't a typical history lesson—it's a street-level reckoning with what happened here, told by someone who was there.

2 hoursfrom AUD $33

Paris: Private Vintage Sidecar Tour with Pick-Up at your Hotel

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Paris: Private Vintage Sidecar Tour with Pick-Up at your Hotel

Travel through Paris's most recognisable landmarks in a vintage sidecar over 90 minutes. This private tour collects you from your hotel and threads past Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, Invalides and the Louvre. You'll ride as either passenger or sidecar occupant with a local guide who knows the stories behind each stop. The open-air format means you'll catch the city's atmosphere in ways a standard bus tour can't match.

1h 30mfrom AUD $240

2 Hours Private Guided Tour in a Pink Citroën 2CV

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

2 Hours Private Guided Tour in a Pink Citroën 2CV

A two-hour private tour through Paris in a distinctive pink Citroën 2CV convertible, driven by a knowledgeable guide who navigates iconic sights including the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Notre-Dame and Montmartre's winding streets. You'll hear stories about Parisian culture and history from someone who knows the city's rhythms, stopping at landmarks that shaped the capital's character. The convertible roof down makes for a more sensory experience than sitting in a standard tour coach.

Classic Yacht Sailing in Cannes

Spend four hours sailing along the Côte d'Azur aboard a classic yacht, dropping anchor in secluded bays between Cannes and the Îles de Lérins. You'll navigate turquoise waters, swim and snorkel from the boat, paddle on calm mornings, and work through drinks and nibbles whilst the crew handles the sails. The rhythm is entirely yours—laze on deck, explore underwater, or simply watch the coastline drift past. Couples find it quietly romantic; groups settle into easy conversation.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1505

Private sailing excursion & Provencal picnic

★ 5.0 (48)

🐠 Water Activities

France

Private sailing excursion & Provencal picnic

Set sail from Cannes Old Port aboard a restored 8-metre Jeanneau to Sainte-Marguerite Island in the Lérins archipelago. Your skipper shares genuine sailing expertise while you help handle the boat or simply relax on deck. Anchor for a Provençal spread—homemade tzatziki, fresh vegetables, anchovies and rosé—then swim and snorkel in transparent waters before returning to the Bay of Cannes. Five to six hours total.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $201

★ 5.0 (48)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Introdive

Get your first taste of underwater exploration with a beginner-friendly dive in Italy. Over 90 minutes, you'll learn the basics whilst staying safe and comfortable in the water. All SCUBA gear is provided, so just show up ready to breathe underwater and see what lies below the surface.

Asakusa Tokyo Sushi Making Class : Sake Ceremony & Whisk Matcha

Learn to hand-roll nigiri sushi in central Asakusa, then participate in a sake-barrel opening ceremony and whisk matcha tea. This 90-minute class teaches you how to shape rice, layer fish, and finish pieces like an apprentice, followed by a formal matcha ritual. You'll create 6–10 pieces to eat straightaway, with the instructor sharing techniques passed down through their kitchen. Located steps from Asakusa Station, near Senso-ji temple and Tokyo Skytree.

Kyoto Arashiyama Chopstick Making Workshop

Spend an hour crafting your own pair of chopsticks at this Arashiyama workshop, selecting from over a dozen timber varieties each with distinct grain, scent and feel. You'll work with hand tools under English-speaking instruction to shape, sand and finish a functional keepsake that reflects your choices. The workshop sits near Arashiyama's main attractions, so you can easily explore the bamboo groves and temples nearby before or after.

1 hourfrom AUD $18

Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Private Tour: Archaeologist-led, Flexible

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Private Tour: Archaeologist-led, Flexible

Explore Pompeii's ruins with an archaeologist guide, then venture to your choice of Amalfi Coast villages—Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Sorrento, Cetara or Maiori—during this flexible 8–9 hour private tour. You'll shape the itinerary as the day unfolds, timing Pompeii's excavations to dodge peak crowds and heat. A driver navigates the winding coastal roads in a Mercedes van, leaving you free to soak in the scenery and ancient stories without the usual throngs.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $750

Seafood Lunch & Wine Tasting with Scenic Golf Cart Tour

★ 5.0 (48)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Seafood Lunch & Wine Tasting with Scenic Golf Cart Tour

Explore a Campanian winery estate by golf cart, then settle in for lunch paired with local wines at Bosco de' Medici. The two-hour experience includes a working vineyard, a 79 AD archaeological site linked to Pompeii, and the barrel-lined cellar before you taste the property's own bottles alongside Neapolitan dishes—from handmade ravioli to grilled beef and homemade dessert.

Florence Private WALKING TOUR

A three-hour guided walk through Florence's centre, revealing the city's medieval and Renaissance layers with a licensed guide. You'll see the Duomo's legendary dome, Piazza della Signoria's sculptures, and the streets that shaped Dante's world. The tour includes headsets for clarity and entry to the historic Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy, plus insider tips on where locals actually eat and shop.

3 hoursfrom AUD $333

Bali Charm: Full-Day Bedugul and Tanah Lot Tour (UNESCO) - All Inclusive Tickets

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Bali · Indonesia

Bali Charm: Full-Day Bedugul and Tanah Lot Tour (UNESCO) - All Inclusive Tickets

A private full-day loop through Bali's northern highlands and western coast, hitting four significant temples and a UNESCO-listed rice terrace. You'll move between mountain sanctuaries—Taman Ayun and its gardens, then Ulun Danu Beratan floating on Lake Beratan—before dropping into the emerald expanse of Jatiluwih's stepped paddies. The day ends at Tanah Lot, the black-rock temple that rises from the sea at dusk. Hotel pickup included from most south Bali locations; guide and entry fees covered.

Cinque Terre and Gulf of Poets Boat Tour

An eight-hour coastal voyage along Italy's Liguria shoreline, threading between Cinque Terre's pastel villages and the Gulf of Poets. You'll cruise past dramatic cliffside settlements, dive into turquoise coves unreachable by foot, and explore sea caves from the water. The boat carries snorkelling gear, local cheeses and wines, and enough space to simply sit still and watch the limestone formations rise from Mediterranean swells.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1667

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