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Louvre Art and Mysteries: Guided Tour in Spanish for 6-people Max

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

France

Louvre Art and Mysteries: Guided Tour in Spanish for 6-people Max

When Sarah from our BugBitten team booked this Spanish-language Louvre tour, she found herself in a refreshing pocket of calm within one of the world's most overwhelming museums. The 2- to 2.5-hour guided experience caps at six people and hits the headline works—Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory—but spends real time unpacking the stories behind them rather than rushing past. You'll skip the general queue and move through the museum at a conversational pace with a live guide who actually knows the place. It's aimed at Spanish speakers keen to explore beyond the tourist shuffle, and the small group size means you're not jostling for elbow room at every masterpiece.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $245

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Best of Provence

Sweep through Provence's most compelling landmarks in a single day, starting with the engineering marvel of Pont du Gard before moving into the hilltop villages that define the region. You'll pass through ochre-hued Roussillon, lunch in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, explore the medieval streets of Gordes and Les Baux, and finish at the natural spring of Fontaine de Vaucluse. Eight hours, air-conditioned transport, and a driver who knows where to stop—this covers the essentials without the fuss of navigating yourself.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1655

Saint-Tropez Day Trip from Nice Estérel Coast and Boat Crossing

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Saint-Tropez Day Trip from Nice Estérel Coast and Boat Crossing

A 10-hour guided exploration of the Estérel coast and Saint-Tropez departing from Nice. Travel via scenic roads in a panoramic electric vehicle with seven others maximum, then cross by boat to the legendary port. The itinerary strings together viewpoints and coastal routes into one fluid journey rather than ticking off isolated stops, keeping you away from the worst crowds and maintaining an unhurried pace throughout.

10 hoursfrom AUD $268

Discover Hidden Paris: Montmartre or Le Marais or Latin Quarter

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

France

Discover Hidden Paris: Montmartre or Le Marais or Latin Quarter

A 3-hour private walking tour through one of Paris's three distinct neighbourhoods—Montmartre, Le Marais, or the Latin Quarter—led by a local guide who knows the backstreets and backstories. You'll wander cobbled lanes and hidden courtyards at your own pace, discovering the haunts of artists and revolutionaries whilst learning how ordinary Parisians shaped each quarter's character. A café stop halfway through lets you sit with coffee, wine, or tea and a pastry, experiencing the rhythm locals know.

Running in Paris at dawn & see 10 secrets

This two-hour dawn run through Paris reveals ten lesser-known corners of the city whilst you move. A local guide sets a conversational pace, stopping to share historical context and point out details you'd otherwise miss. You'll collect strong photographs and insider recommendations for neighbourhood cafés and bistros, finishing near the [Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower) with water and pastries. Ideal for runners who want to learn the city's fabric rather than tick off monuments.

Paris Photographer / Videographer

A Thai photographer based in Paris offers private portrait sessions capturing couples, singles, and families with a photojournalistic and fine-art approach. The one-hour shoot yields 30 lightly edited photographs delivered within three days, plus all original JPEGs. Working with professional Sony gear, he's built a decade-long track record across 1500+ clients. Available throughout 2025 for engagements, weddings, or bespoke portrait work.

Discovery of Chamonix with French aperitif

A three-hour guided walk through Chamonix's landmarks and scenic viewpoints, followed by a regional wine tasting paired with local charcuterie and cheese. Your guide points out the valleys and peaks worth photographing, then settles you down to taste several Savoyard wines while learning how the region's producers craft their distinctive bottles and dairy products. Summer brings an aperitif cocktail; winter swaps it for a warming Grolle.

3 hoursfrom AUD $192

Electric Vintage Solex Tour – Canal Saint-Martin & Le Marais

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Electric Vintage Solex Tour – Canal Saint-Martin & Le Marais

Pedal through Paris on a restored electric Solex—the cult French motorised bicycle reimagined for modern riders. This three-hour guided tour weaves through Canal Saint-Martin's neighbourhood cafés and Le Marais' narrow lanes, steering clear of the usual circuits. You get your own machine, helmet and gloves; the guide handles navigation and local knowledge. It's a low-effort, quietly satisfying way to cover ground and catch the rhythm of working Paris.

Transfer - Nice Airport> Antibes

Private car from Nice Airport to Antibes covering roughly 25–35 minutes on the road. Your driver speaks English fluently, holds full VTC credentials, and will greet you at arrivals with an hour's wait included. The vehicle is climate-controlled, insured comprehensively, and stocked with water and sweets. Pricing stays fixed upfront with no hidden charges.

25 min – 35 minfrom AUD $209

★ 5.0 (7)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

France

Hot Air Balloon Flight in Loire Valley

Rise above the Loire Valley's most celebrated châteaux—Chenonceau, Amboise, and Chaumont—on a 3.5-hour hot air balloon flight. You'll help ready the balloon before launch, then drift across vineyards and Renaissance architecture from above. After landing, enjoy local tastings whilst your crew retrieves the basket. An experienced pilot guides the whole experience, with return transport included.

3h 30mfrom AUD $383

Bordeaux in 3 hours with tastings, in a private sidecar

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Bordeaux in 3 hours with tastings, in a private sidecar

Explore Bordeaux's landmarks and hidden corners from a vintage sidecar over three hours, guided by a local enthusiast who shares the city's stories. You'll rotate between the sidecar basket and the pilot's seat, stopping freely for photographs whilst sampling local wines and regional bites. It's an unconventional way to discover both celebrated monuments and neighbourhoods tourists rarely find.

Saint Emilion Wine and E Bike Half Day Tour

Pedal through Saint-Emilion's vine-covered hillsides on an e-bike, starting from Bordeaux. This five-hour half-day combines a walking tour of the medieval village (a UNESCO site) with electric-assisted cycling past grand châteaux. You'll finish at a Grand Cru Classé estate to learn how they make their wines, taste four of them, and nibble on regional charcuterie and cheese. Perfect for riders with decent fitness who want to cover ground without exhaustion.

5h 15mfrom AUD $182

Paris in Vintage Solex - Latin Quarter, St-Germain & Eiffel Tower

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Paris in Vintage Solex - Latin Quarter, St-Germain & Eiffel Tower

Pedal through Paris's Left Bank on an electrified Solex, the cult-classic motorised bike of 1960s France, now quietly modernised. This three-hour guided ride sweeps past Notre-Dame, the Panthéon and Musée d'Orsay, letting you cover ground faster than walking whilst staying grounded in the neighbourhood's bohemian character. A knowledgeable guide narrates the artistic and intellectual heart of the city from your seat.

Lyon Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local

Walk through Lyon's Presqu'île and Old Town with a knowledgeable local guide who reveals the city's layered history and culinary traditions. Over 2.5 hours, you'll navigate elegant squares and narrow medieval streets while sampling three traditional Lyonnais pastries. Start at Place des Jacobins and finish near the Cathedral, picking up stories and flavours that explain why this riverside city punches above its weight gastronomically.

2h 30mfrom AUD $115

Private Normandy D-Day Omaha Beach & Top 6 Sights from Paris

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Private Normandy D-Day Omaha Beach & Top 6 Sights from Paris

A fourteen-hour private tour tracing the D-Day landings across Normandy's most significant sites, departing from Paris. You'll travel by Mercedes sedan or minivan with a live guide, visiting six key locations including the Caen Memorial, Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, Pointe du Hoc, and the Overlord Museum. The private vehicle cuts travel time by roughly two hours compared to coach tours, allowing deeper engagement with each stop's history.

14 hoursfrom AUD $1095

★ 5.0 (7)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

France

Vintage Solex EN ride in Carcassonne

Ride a restored Solex through the countryside around Carcassonne over 2–3 hours, guided by a local who knows the back roads. These lightweight motorised bikes let you cover ground without rushing, stopping for a brunch, winery tasting, or sunset views depending on which option you choose. You'll potter through villages and quiet farmland at a pace that lets the landscape actually sink in—proper French travel from a different era.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $149

Capture Your Paris Moments Photography and Videography

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Capture Your Paris Moments Photography and Videography

Work with Hugo, a Paris-based photographer, to capture your moments across the city's most photogenic corners. This one-hour session transforms your travel photos from snapshots into polished images that genuinely reflect what you saw and felt. Whether you're marking an engagement, celebrating a relationship, or simply documenting your Paris days, Hugo directs you through natural poses and finds light that flatters both you and the architecture around you. He works in English, French, or Vietnamese.

1 hourfrom AUD $125

Private Paris Highlights Tour by Electric Golf Cart

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Private Paris Highlights Tour by Electric Golf Cart

Glide through Paris in a quiet electric golf cart with a local guide steering you past the major sights—[Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower), Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame, Champs-Élysées—plus lesser-known corners that reveal how Parisians actually move through their city. Over two hours you'll gather stories, stop for proper photos, and pick up insider tips without the crowds or aching feet. It's a leisurely, low-impact way to triangulate the must-sees and feel the rhythm of different neighbourhoods.

2 hoursfrom AUD $433

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Paris Bike Rentals

Rent a bike and navigate Paris under your own steam, moving freely between landmarks and neighbourhoods at whatever pace suits you. You'll pedal past the [Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower) and Notre Dame, roll along the Seine's banks, and duck into the quiet streets where locals actually spend their time. The 2–8 hour rental window means you can plot a quick spin or an all-day meander across the city's varied districts.

2 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $17

Moet et Chandon Champagne Private Half Day Trip from Paris

★ 5.0 (7)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Moet et Chandon Champagne Private Half Day Trip from Paris

A private half-day excursion from Paris into the Champagne region, centring on Moët et Chandon's sprawling cellars in Épernay. You'll walk through underground galleries stacked with bottles, learn how Champagne gains its character, and taste several vintages. The route also takes in Hautvillers, the hilltop village where Dom Pérignon developed his techniques, offering views across vine-covered slopes and the Marne River below. Seven to nine hours total, with your own driver and an English-speaking guide at each house.

7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $786

Full day tour with a english speaking driver guide Rocamadour and the most beautiful villages in France

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Full day tour with a english speaking driver guide Rocamadour and the most beautiful villages in France

A seven-hour private tour through the Dordogne's most distinctive settlements, led by an English-speaking guide. Start in Rocamadour, the clifftop sanctuary that drew medieval pilgrims across Europe, then explore why its architecture and position mattered to faith. Afternoon takes you to Autoire's cascading waterfall and stone cottages, before finishing at Loubressac perched above the Dordogne Valley. You'll walk through each village at a measured pace with stops for views and context.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1279

Become a Chocolate Master! Chocolate Bar Workshop in Paris

★ 5.0 (7)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Become a Chocolate Master! Chocolate Bar Workshop in Paris

Work alongside an artisan chocolatier in Paris who sources direct from cocoa producers. This two-hour workshop traces chocolate from bean to bar, covering the crop's history, market realities, and environmental impact. You'll craft four custom dark chocolate bars in a vegan facility, discovering how quality dark chocolate needn't be bitter. The studio doubles as a social enterprise, so conversations naturally turn to fair wages and ethical sourcing in cocoa-growing regions.

Private Graffiti Workshop

A two-hour hands-on workshop in France where you learn graffiti fundamentals from experienced instructors. You'll study key styles and techniques, then design and spray your own piece under guidance. All basic materials provided—multiple paint colours, caps, paper, and protective gear included. Walk away with your finished work and newfound skills in contemporary street art.

The Louvre, an artist's insight. A Private Tour & Tickets

A two-hour private tour of the Louvre led by an Irish artist and trained museum guide, capped at six people. You'll navigate the Sully and Denon wings to uncover the narratives behind masterworks—from the Mona Lisa to Michelangelo's sculptures—that reveal themselves only under expert eyes. Museum tickets and group reservation included. Book at least two days ahead; contact the guide directly to confirm availability.

Domaine de la Higuère, Tour, Tasting and Accords Food, Wines

When Tom from our team visited Domaine de la Higuère, he got the full spread: a walk through the family estate, tastings across their wine and Armagnac range, then a proper sit-down with regional cheese, cured meats, and Gascon dishes. The place has been running since 1784 — nine generations deep — in the heart of Gascony, and they still make everything on-site. Three hours feels unhurried, giving you real time to chat with the family and understand what they're doing, not just knock back samples and leave.

Roundtrip Transfers Port Marseille to Aix en Provence

A straightforward private transfer between Marseille port and Aix-en-Provence, covering the 29-minute journey in a modern, climate-controlled vehicle. Marseille-based since 1998, the service pairs seasoned drivers—fluent in French, English, and Italian—with well-maintained cars, handling everything from solo travellers to families with infants. Skip the airport queues and shuttle stress: you'll have a dedicated driver who knows the Provence region inside out.

29 minfrom AUD $450

Marseille in a Flash: Private Tour of Marseille’s Highlights

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Marseille in a Flash: Private Tour of Marseille’s Highlights

Squeeze Marseille's essential sights into two and a half hours with a private driver steering you through France's most ancient metropolis. You'll visit the whitewashed Notre-Dame basilica perched high with city-wide views, cruise along the rocky coastline past calanques and harbours, and spot pockets of street art threading through historic quarters. Travel in a comfortable hybrid sedan with just your group—no tour bus crowds, no rushed schedules. Pick which stops matter most to you.

Discover Clos Systey Organic and Biodynamic Wines

Spend 90 minutes at this family-run Saint-Émilion vineyard learning biodynamic practices directly from the owners and winemaker. Walk through the working vineyards and winery, understanding how the estate honours the soil and lunar cycles rather than relying on chemicals. Finish with tastings of two contrasting wines—a standard Saint-Émilion and the flagship Grand Cru—paired with regional charcuterie and cheeses. Suited to wine newcomers and seasoned drinkers alike.

Hello Arles: Private 2-Hour Intro City Walk with Local Guide

Discover Arles through a local's eyes on this two-hour walking tour that balances the city's most recognisable sights—the Roman Amphitheatre, Café Van Gogh—with the quieter streets locals actually favour. Your guide weaves together Arles's layered history and cultural threads, then caps the walk with a taste of Fougasse d'Arles, the traditional flatbread that's been part of daily life here for generations. You'll leave with genuine recommendations for where to eat and what to explore next, not just a checklist ticked off.

The Royal Escape: E-Bike & Gourmet Picnic at Chenonceau.

Pedal along the Cher River on an e-bike to reach Château de Chenonceau, stopping at traditional villages and riverside hamlets en route. Over 4.5 hours, you'll cover 36 kilometres at an easy pace, guided by someone who knows the Loire Valley's past. The tour ends with a gourmet picnic of local cheese, charcuterie and Touraine wine, eaten on the southern bank with the Renaissance château as your backdrop.

4h 30mfrom AUD $142

Marseille Made Easy Worry Free Shore Excursion from Cruise Port

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Marseille Made Easy Worry Free Shore Excursion from Cruise Port

When Lily from our BugBitten team picked this one up, we found a solid option for cruise passengers wanting to tick off Marseille's main sights without logistical stress. The six-hour excursion sweeps you from the hilltop Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica down through Le Panier's narrow, colourful laneways and into the animated Old Port, with a coastal drive along the Corniche thrown in. It's a coach-based guided tour in a city that sprawls across hills, so you're dependent on traffic and ship schedules, but the promise of guaranteed on-time return means you can actually relax instead of watching the clock.

6 hoursfrom AUD $81

Private 5-hour Round Transfer to Giverny, Claude Monet museum from Paris

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Private 5-hour Round Transfer to Giverny, Claude Monet museum from Paris

A private five-hour transfer from Paris to Giverny, the Normandy village where Claude Monet spent his most productive years. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver to explore the painter's house and the gardens that inspired his most celebrated works. Located 65 kilometres northwest of Paris, Giverny remains a pilgrimage site for anyone drawn to Impressionism. The journey includes hotel pickup and drop-off, making it straightforward to visit at your own pace.

Champagne Guy De Chassey: Traditional Tour & Tasting

Walk through the champagne-making process at Guy De Chassey's vineyard in France's Champagne region. Over 90 minutes, you'll learn how different grape varieties and dosage levels shape the final product, then sample three distinct cuvées. This is a hands-on introduction to what distinguishes one champagne from another, guided by people who make it daily.

Vintage Guided Tour of Marseille

A two-hour guided exploration of Marseille's vintage fashion landscape, taking you through curated independent shops and local designers working with second-hand pieces. You'll walk the city centre learning how the textile industry operates, discovering why quality and materials matter, and finding out where locals source their clothing. The tour opens doors to lesser-known stockists alongside established addresses, shifting how you think about fashion consumption.

Sancerre Private Wine Day from Paris with 10 Tastings & Lunch

A private eleven-hour excursion from Paris into the Loire Valley's Sancerre appellation, where you'll taste over eight wines across two family-owned cellars, explore production methods in working vineyards, and lunch on regional specialities including the celebrated Crottin de Chavignol goat cheese. Your wine-expert guide handles transport and commentary throughout, collecting you from your Paris hotel and returning you at day's end.

11 hoursfrom AUD $1528

★ 5.0 (7)

🛕 Culture & History

France

Medieval Paris Private Tour

Walk medieval Paris with a private art historian who unpicks eight centuries of urban transformation. This two-hour tour threads through the Latin Quarter's oldest quarters, stopping at Notre-Dame and La Sorbonne to decode how the city evolved from a modest settlement into a continental powerhouse. You'll read the architecture itself—pointed arches, stone carvings, street patterns—as a chronicle of ambition, faith and scholarship.

Guided tour of Rocamadour and its canyons by electric bike

Explore Rocamadour's dramatic canyon landscape and historic sites on a guided e-bike tour through quieter backroads. Your guide points out both architectural treasures and natural features across three hours, with electric assistance handling the gradient work so you can focus on the scenery. Suits riders with moderate fitness rather than casual pedalllers.

3 hoursfrom AUD $221

Dolceacqua, Menton and Viewpoint on Monaco Day Tour from Nice

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Dolceacqua, Menton and Viewpoint on Monaco Day Tour from Nice

This seven-hour loop from Nice connects three distinct coastal stops: the stone-built Italian village of Dolceacqua with its arched bridge, the pastel-hued seafront town of Menton, and La Turbie's elevated platform overlooking Monaco and the Mediterranean. A guide navigates the route in an air-conditioned coach, stopping for photos and exploration. You'll clock roughly three hours of driving across the day, leaving time to wander each location at your own pace.

Private guided tour of Old Lyon with your official tour guide !

A private two-hour walking tour of Lyon's UNESCO-listed old town led by an official city guide with two decades of experience. Your guide navigates the Renaissance streets and historic landmarks at your pace, sharing insider knowledge about the city's architectural heritage and culinary traditions. Skip queues at major sites and receive tailored recommendations for dining. Meet anywhere across Lyon and explore at a rhythm that suits you.

WWII Paris Under the Occupation Walking Tour Limited to 6 Guests

A tight-knit group of six walks through occupied Paris (1940–1944) across three neighbourhoods: Saint Germain, the Latin Quarter, and the Marais. Your guide unpacks how Parisians lived, ate, studied and resisted under German rule, then traces the city's liberation. Over two to three hours, you'll navigate narrow streets while examining resistance networks, deportations, entertainment and daily survival—turning Paris into a living archive of occupation.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $266

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