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Paris Montmartre Decadent Food, Wine, Cheese and Pastries Tour

★ 5.0 (16)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Paris Montmartre Decadent Food, Wine, Cheese and Pastries Tour

Walk through Montmartre's winding streets on a 3.5-hour tasting tour that pairs the neighbourhood's artistic heritage with French gastronomy. You'll taste your way through regional cheeses, charcuterie, pastries and coffee whilst learning about the bohemian figures—Piaf, Picasso, Van Gogh—who made this corner of Paris legendary. The route takes in a hidden working vineyard, a belle époque guinguette bar and a neighbourhood roastery, weaving food history into the broader story of how Montmartre became a magnet for artists and rebels.

3h 30mfrom AUD $270

Private Professional Photoshoot in Paris

★ 5.0 (16)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Private Professional Photoshoot in Paris

Work with an English-speaking photographer for a private one-hour shoot across Paris's streets and landmarks. You'll direct the session, take natural portraits that feel unstaged, and walk away with 20 professionally edited images delivered within 24 hours. The photographer has fashion industry experience and knows how to frame each person's strengths without pretence or stiffness. No hidden costs, and you own full rights to print and share.

Normandy D-Day British and Canadian Sector Guided Tour

Walk the British and Canadian landing beaches with a historian guide who grounds you in the actual tactics, decisions and human cost of D-Day. This 4–7 hour tour covers the Norman coast where Allied forces broke ashore in June 1944, moving inland through villages and countryside to reveal how the beachhead became a foothold for liberation. You'll stand where soldiers landed, see the terrain they crossed, and hear the granular details of why this operation mattered.

4 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $878

Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

★ 5.0 (16)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Marseille Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Navigate Marseille's streets by cracking riddles that unveil the city's major landmarks and lesser-known corners. This self-guided puzzle walk takes roughly two hours, letting you set your own pace through neighbourhoods while your smartphone guides you between checkpoints. You'll piece together clues, discover local architecture and history, and cover significant ground without a fixed itinerary or group schedule.

2 hoursfrom AUD $16

★ 5.0 (16)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Paris or Versailles Chic Car Tour

Roll through Paris in a restored Range Rover Classic with a local guide steering you past the city's defining landmarks. This 60–90 minute private drive covers iconic monuments and neighbourhoods, giving you a cushioned, curated take on Paris without the Metro shuffle. Optional add-ons include a shopping-focused route or an evening circuit, plus a Seine-side champagne stop if you fancy it.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $334

"Explore Saint-Émilion on e-Bikes: Small Group, half-Day Tour"

★ 5.0 (16)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

France

"Explore Saint-Émilion on e-Bikes: Small Group, half-Day Tour"

Glide through Saint-Émilion's vineyard slopes on e-bikes, powered by battery rather than leg-power alone. Over four hours, you'll roll past legendary châteaux—Angélus, Cheval Blanc, Petrus—with a guide steering you through the UNESCO-listed terrain. Stop halfway at a family winery for proper tasting and sample the region's famed canelé pastry. The e-bike removes the grunt from hillside touring, letting you absorb the landscape and chat with locals without gasping for breath.

Sunset Picnic with View of Eiffel Tower and Live Music

Settle on Île aux Cygnes with a spread of French charcuterie and regional cheeses while a live musician performs classic French standards and shares stories of the city. This 2.5-hour picnic unfolds on the Seine's tree-lined island, with the [Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower) framed across the water. You get blankets, proper glasses, and all the kit to eat well; bring your own wine if you prefer. Works for couples after romance, families wanting something different, and anyone curious about how Parisians actually spend their evenings.

Tour Guide of an Essential Oil Distillery in the Drôme

Tour a family-run lavender distillery nestled below the Vercors mountains, operating since 1930. Over 90 minutes, you'll move through the science of lavender cultivation, see how three distinct varieties differ in scent and yield, and watch distillation in action—both heritage stills and current methods. An olfactory session helps you match essential oils to practical household uses. Finish by browsing the heritage room, exploring the fields, and shopping 300+ French artisanal products on-site.

1h 30m – 2h 30mfrom AUD $12

Private Transfer: Marseille Airport to / from Aix-en-Provence (and vicinity)

★ 5.0 (16)

✈️ Transfers

France

Private Transfer: Marseille Airport to / from Aix-en-Provence (and vicinity)

Door-to-door private car service connecting Marseille Airport with Aix-en-Provence and surrounding towns. A 30-minute journey in a climate-controlled sedan or van driven by professionally licenced chauffeurs. Skip the taxi queue and airport hassle—your driver meets you at arrivals with water and WiFi, handling luggage while you settle in for a smooth, direct transfer.

30 minfrom AUD $139

Provence wonders from the port of Marseille

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Provence wonders from the port of Marseille

This eight-hour private tour explores Provence's most compelling landscapes and villages departing from Marseille. Your local guide drives an air-conditioned minivan through the region's patchwork of lavender fields, hilltop towns, and medieval architecture. The itinerary adapts to your interests, whether that's market culture, countryside scenery, or local history. Hotel pickup and return are included, along with running commentary that reveals why locals actually live here.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2508

Montmartre Paris Hidden Gems Small Group Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (15)

🛕 Culture & History

France

Montmartre Paris Hidden Gems Small Group Walking Tour

Explore Montmartre's layered character across two hours with a guide who knows where the artists still linger. You'll navigate narrow streets lined with belle époque buildings, stop at the rose-pink La Maison Rose café, climb to Sacré-Cœur basilica with its commanding views, and discover the neighbourhood's working vineyard. This walk balances the postcard-famous spots with quieter corners where the bohemian spirit still feels tangible rather than performed for cameras.

Full-Day Private WW1 Australian Battlefield Day Tour from Amiens

Trace the Australian Expeditionary Force's path across the Somme Valley, visiting the trenches and memorials where Australians faced some of the Western Front's fiercest fighting. This nine-hour private tour moves between Pozieres (1916) and Villers-Bretonneux (1918), guided by someone who knows the tactical and human details. Small groups of up to seven mean you can ask proper questions and linger where it matters. Departs from Amiens.

Explore & Taste Canal Saint Martin in Paris - Brunch or Wine Tour

Walk Canal Saint-Martin with a local architect guide who unpacks the neighbourhood's creative evolution across three hours. This intimate group (max 10 people) stops at carefully sourced producers—organic, seasonal, zero-waste—for either a relaxed brunch or an apéro-style tasting with wine and charcuterie. You'll spot street art, chat with artisans, and taste what locals actually eat here, not what guidebooks suggest.

Paris History Walk: Medieval Marais, Notre Dame Islands & Stories

Walk the medieval lanes of the Marais and Île de la Cité on this 2-hour orientation tour led by James, an American who settled in Paris decades ago. You'll trace the city's roots from Roman times through the Renaissance, stopping at Notre Dame and the Louvre while picking up genuine local tips and restaurant recommendations. Small groups (max 8) mean real conversation, not megaphone tourism.

2 hoursfrom AUD $115

Skip the Line Versailles Palace and Gardens Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Skip the Line Versailles Palace and Gardens Walking Tour

Cut straight into Versailles Palace and Gardens on this four-hour guided walk from Paris, bypassing ticket queues entirely. A licensed English-speaking guide steers you through Louis XIV's gilded chambers—the Hall of Mirrors, royal apartments—and across the manicured grounds where fountains punctuate the landscape. Transport from central Paris is sorted; you'll move at a measured pace suited to half-day sightseeing, hearing the stories behind the opulence rather than rushing between rooms.

Permanent Bracelet Experience in Paris

Have a bracelet welded directly onto your wrist in a small Parisian atelier—a quick, tangible keepsake of your time in the city. You'll choose between gold-filled or sterling silver, have it custom-fitted, and walk out wearing a piece designed to last two decades. It's less souvenir, more permanent marker of a moment that mattered.

15 minfrom AUD $134

Paris Private Tour: Hidden Gems and Trendy Quarters with Coffee

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Paris Private Tour: Hidden Gems and Trendy Quarters with Coffee

A three-hour private walking tour through Paris's quieter neighbourhoods and overlooked landmarks, guided by a local who navigates beyond the main tourist corridors. You'll explore République's residential charm, duck along the Saint-Martin Canal, settle into a neighbourhood café for proper French coffee, then venture to cultural anchors like the Bibliothèque Nationale, Opéra Garnier, and the rooftop vistas at Galeries Lafayette. Metro tickets included; your guide speaks your language.

Lourdes Must-see Sites and Sanctuary Private Guided Tour

Walk through Lourdes' medieval quarters with a private guide, tracing the town's transformation from market settlement to pilgrimage centre. You'll visit the Museum of Sainte Bernadette to understand her documented visions, step into the Moulin de Boly where she spent her childhood, and finish at the Sanctuary's grotto—the focal point for millions seeking spiritual connection. The 3-hour route weaves history, biography and devotion into a coherent narrative.

Paris Christmas Lights & Stories with Tastings on Champs-Élysées

A 90-minute walking tour down Paris's most glittering avenue, pairing seasonal sights with two carefully chosen tastings. Your local guide shares how Parisians mark Christmas as you move between landmarks—the Grand Palais, Pont Alexandre III, Les Invalides—stopping first at Fortwenger for spiced Alsatian gingerbread, then at Maison du Chocolat for silky hot chocolate and a macaron. Finish under the Arc de Triomphe's warm glow. The walk threads festive stories into the fabric of each street corner.

1h 30mfrom AUD $99

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Discover Occitanie and the surroundings

Explore Occitanie's most compelling destinations by private Mercedes van from Montpellier, with routes ranging from one hour to a full day. Choose between the Camargue's wild wetlands and coastal towns, inland gorges and medieval villages, renowned wine regions, or Provence's lavender-dotted landscapes and perfume heartland. Your driver takes a deliberate pace—scenic back roads, producer stops, photo moments—rather than rushing between checkboxes. Climate-controlled comfort, complimentary water, and local knowledge included.

1 hour – 1 dayfrom AUD $1421

Private shore excursion: Villefranche or Nice to Eze and Monaco

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Private shore excursion: Villefranche or Nice to Eze and Monaco

This seven to eight-hour private excursion departs from Villefranche or Nice, taking you through the Côte d'Azur's most compelling destinations. Travelling in a climate-controlled minivan with your own guide, you'll navigate the Mediterranean coastline to reach Nice's vibrant streets, the hilltop medieval settlement of Eze, and the principality of Monaco with its famous Monte Carlo district. The pace and stops are entirely yours to shape, transforming a typical cruise-port jaunt into a bespoke exploration of the French Riviera's character.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1271

Nice, La "dolce vita" in electric vehicle

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Nice, La "dolce vita" in electric vehicle

When Charlie from our team took the wheel of a dinky electric Ami Buggy along the Côte d'Azur with NOMADRIVE, we found a refreshingly different way to see Nice. You're not a passenger here — you're driving a compact, zero-emission city car yourself, with a guide riding along to steer you through the classics: the Promenade des Anglais, the Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Belle Époque villas, and hidden clifftop roads. Tours range from 2 hours around Nice proper to 2.5 hours stretching east toward Villefranche and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. It's leisurely, quirky, and surprisingly fun if you're comfortable in a small vehicle.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $74

Chateau of Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte 9-Hour Private Tour

★ 5.0 (15)

🛕 Culture & History

France

Chateau of Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte 9-Hour Private Tour

This nine-hour private tour takes you through two of France's most storied châteaux. Start at Fontainebleau, where eight centuries of royal occupation—from medieval times through Napoleon—shaped the palace's ornate galleries, gilded apartments and throne rooms. Then drive to Vaux-le-Vicomte, the baroque masterpiece that inspired Versailles itself. Your private guide leads you through both estates, revealing the architectural ambition and political intrigue that defined French power. Hotel transfers and entry fees included.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1003

Normandy Rouen, Honfleur, Etretat Small group Day Trip from Paris

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Normandy Rouen, Honfleur, Etretat Small group Day Trip from Paris

A 13-hour small-group excursion through Normandy's highlights, departing from Paris with hotel pickup included. Visit Rouen's Gothic cathedral, wander Honfleur's medieval harbour lined with pastel townhouses, and walk among Etretat's dramatic chalk formations. Your driver doubles as guide, and you'll taste Calvados at a working local producer. Groups stay between 4 and 8 people, travelling in a comfortable Mercedes or minivan.

13 hoursfrom AUD $627

Arles Small groupe tour : Private Day Trip to Luberon Villages

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Arles Small groupe tour : Private Day Trip to Luberon Villages

This eight-hour private tour sweeps through five villages of the Luberon valley, each perched dramatically across the Provence landscape. Departing from Arles, you'll travel through l'Isle-sur-Sorgue's canal-lined streets, climb to Gordes for sweeping valley views, explore Roussillon's ochre-hued hillside, cross into Bonnieux with vistas toward the Monts de Vaucluse, and finish in Ménerbes, where artists and writers have long found refuge. Your driver-guide navigates the winding routes while you step between villages at your own pace.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1672

★ 5.0 (15)

🛕 Culture & History

France

Walking guided tour Carcassonne

Explore Carcassonne's walled fortress on foot with a local guide who unpacks its layered past. Over 90 minutes, wander the fortress's tight stone passages, examine medieval fortifications shaped by Cathar history, and finish at the twin-towered Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. You'll leave with a sense of how this citadel's strategic position and architectural choices reveal centuries of regional power struggles.

Organic Cosmetics Manufacturing Workshop around Nîmes & Arles

Spend an hour in a working plant distillery near Nîmes or Arles, formulating your own organic skincare product from scratch. You'll learn how to harness lavender, thyme, rosemary and other botanicals grown on-site, then take home both your creation and the written recipe. The workshop pairs hands-on chemistry with the knowledge of how these plants actually benefit your skin.

Private Beaujolais wine tour

Spend a full day in Beaujolais with a wine merchant guide, visiting two working vineyards to explore cellars and taste 15–20 wines spanning decades. After morning tastings, settle into a hilltop picnic featuring French cheeses and seasonal delicacies paired with Gamay wines from the 1960s onwards. A final tasting rounds out the afternoon before your private driver returns you to Lyon. Your WSET3-qualified host unpacks the region's winemaking traditions and grape characteristics throughout.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1672

Citroen Mehari Tour of Beaches, Villages and Lovely Views

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Citroen Mehari Tour of Beaches, Villages and Lovely Views

Tour the French Riviera in a restored 1977 Citroën Méhari, a convertible that captures the spirit of coastal exploration. Starting from Nice, you'll drive the scenic Moyenne Corniche with a multilingual local guide, stopping at medieval Èze Village, the clifftop town of La Turbie, Monaco's glittering principality, and the Belle Époque gems of Beaulieu-sur-Mer and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. The 4.5-hour route is flexible—trim it or extend it—and tailored to your interests. Maximum three passengers means genuine conversation and personalised attention.

4h 30mfrom AUD $234

French Riviera West Coast - Cannes, Antibes, St Paul de Vence

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

French Riviera West Coast - Cannes, Antibes, St Paul de Vence

A full-day private tour of the western Côte d'Azur with your own local guide and driver. Start from your accommodation and explore Biot's artisan glass workshops, wander Antibes' old town and waterfront, loop through exclusive Cap d'Antibes, catch Cannes' famous seafront, then climb to the hilltop village of Saint Paul de Vence. Your guide shapes the day to your pace and interests, with built-in photo stops at stunning vistas.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1237

Private tour of Nice with tasting of traditional dishes

★ 5.0 (14)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Private tour of Nice with tasting of traditional dishes

A six-hour guided walk through Nice's old quarters with a local-born guide covering the city's history and culture. You'll navigate the tight medieval alleyways, stop at viewpoints worth photographing, and sit down to lunch featuring regional specialties: socca (chickpea pancakes), pissaladière (anchovy tart), and vegetable-stuffed preparations. Bottled water included.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1254

Guided Tour of Montpellier City Centre by Electric Bike

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Guided Tour of Montpellier City Centre by Electric Bike

Explore Montpellier's city centre on an electric bike over three and a half hours with a knowledgeable guide who shares the stories behind its most significant landmarks. The e-bikes are intuitive and comfortable, letting you navigate shaded streets and quiet lanes at an easy pace. You'll hit the key spots that define the city without the fatigue of a standard walking tour.

3h 30mfrom AUD $104

Dutch 3 Hour Bike Tour Hidden Gems of Paris with Local Guide

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Dutch 3 Hour Bike Tour Hidden Gems of Paris with Local Guide

When Em from our team pedalled through Paris on this 3-hour bike tour, we found ourselves weaving through Le Marais and the Latin Quarter with a local guide who actually knew where Parisians hang out. The pace is deliberately slow — no racing between monuments, instead stopping at neighbourhood squares and tucked-away corners most visitors miss. With groups capped at 10, it feels less like a tour and more like exploring with someone who knows the city's rhythms. You're cycling through streets that feel lived-in rather than staged, which is refreshing when Paris can feel like a museum.

Calanques National Park Kayak Day Tour

Paddle through France's Calanques National Park on a seven-hour sea kayak adventure, navigating turquoise inlets and dramatic limestone cliffs from water level. You'll reach Île Verte, Bec de l'Aigle, and Calanque du Mugel—spots accessible only by boat. Your guide provides maps and route adjustments based on conditions, making this a year-round option for those wanting an intimate perspective of this protected coastline.

Albi and Cordes sur Ciel Private Day Tour from Toulouse

A private seven to eight-hour tour exploring two exceptional medieval settlements in the Midi-Pyrénées. Your driver and guide collect you from Toulouse to visit Albi, known for its striking brick cathedral and Renaissance architecture, then ascend to the hilltop village of Cordes sur Ciel, where narrow streets and timber-framed houses offer sweeping views across the Tarn countryside. The pace is leisurely, with flexibility built in for those who find the steeper gradients challenging.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $819

Champagne Private VIP Day from Paris: 8 Tastings & Michelin Lunch

★ 5.0 (14)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Champagne Private VIP Day from Paris: 8 Tastings & Michelin Lunch

A full-day exploration of Champagne's premier houses and vineyards departing Paris, with eight tastings across two world-class producers and a three-course Michelin-starred lunch with wine pairings. Travel through the region's celebrated slopes in a private minivan whilst your wine-expert guide unpacks the region's methods and heritage. You'll descend into historic cellars, taste iconic cuvées side by side, and finish the day back at your Paris accommodation with substantial knowledge of what separates great Champagne from the ordinary.

11 hoursfrom AUD $1756

Airport transfer of Charles de Gaulle or Orly to or from Disney

★ 5.0 (14)

✈️ Transfers

France

Airport transfer of Charles de Gaulle or Orly to or from Disney

Private car service connecting Charles de Gaulle or Orly airports directly to Disneyland Paris hotels, taking roughly an hour. Your driver meets you at baggage claim with a sign, loads luggage, and delivers you straight to your accommodation without detours or transit changes. Modern climate-controlled vehicles accommodate families with children, wheelchair users, and travellers with standard luggage allowances. Drivers know the region and can offer local advice during the journey.

Paris Montmartre Walking Tour: Moulin Rouge to Sacré-Cœur

When Lily from our BugBitten team tried this Montmartre walk, she started at the Moulin Rouge and climbed the backstreets uphill to Sacré-Cœur — the reverse of most tours, which meant hitting Place du Tertre before the day-trippers arrived. The route threads past Van Gogh's old digs, Picasso's studio, the Wall of Love, and Paris's last working vineyard, finishing with a terrace view over the whole city. Small groups (max 8) keep it conversational rather than lecture-hall stuff. The whole thing runs around 1–1.5 hours, rain or shine.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $69

Private Tour: Picturesque Alsatian Villages & Wine Tasting with a local expert

★ 5.0 (14)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Private Tour: Picturesque Alsatian Villages & Wine Tasting with a local expert

A 10-hour private circuit through Alsace's most photogenic villages, departing Strasbourg. You'll visit Eguisheim, Kaysersberg and Riquewihr, stopping at smaller hamlets between them. Two wine tastings bookend the day—one in Eguisheim before lunch, another in Riquewihr late afternoon. The pace is deliberately unhurried, with a sit-down lunch at a local restaurant and a coffee break. Groups stay small (maximum 6 people) so you actually get to know your guide and absorb the region rather than tick boxes.

10 hoursfrom AUD $685

Excursion on electric scooter in Nice - The Unmissable

★ 5.0 (14)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

France

Excursion on electric scooter in Nice - The Unmissable

Glide through Nice on an electric scooter with a local guide who knows the city's quieter corners and best vantage points. This two-hour ride covers the essentials—Place Masséna, the Promenade des Anglais, and Castle Hill—but at a pace that lets you actually absorb the architecture and stories rather than rush past them. You'll get a quick safety briefing before setting off, so even first-timers find their balance fast.

2 hoursfrom AUD $59

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