Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.
A four-hour private tour through South Beaujolais combining village exploration and winery visits. Start in Oingt, a medieval village perched among vineyards, then head to a family winery where you'll meet the producers, walk the grounds, and taste their range. The region's golden-stone architecture and fruit-driven wines make for a measured afternoon—no rushing, proper pacing.
Glide through Paris on a private Segway tour designed for families, departing at 10:00 a.m. when the city feels unhurried. This 2.5-hour guided experience lets you cover ground without the usual crowds, seeing neighbourhoods and landmarks from a different vantage point. All safety gear is provided and sanitised before use, and the pace suits various fitness levels. Children under 12 cannot participate due to French regulations, but older kids and adults can enjoy the novelty of self-balancing transport through one of Europe's most walkable capitals.
Skip the Metro chaos and arrive at Moulin Rouge in a Mercedes, refreshed and on time. This private round-trip transfer from your Paris address handles both directions, giving you one less thing to think about during your evening out. Your driver waits up to 15 minutes at pickup, so no rushing to meet them. Water's on board, taxes and parking already sorted.
Navigate Lyon's streets armed with your phone and a puzzle-solving mindset. This two-hour escape game sends your team on a mission through the city, using an app to guide you between locations where you'll decode clues and unravel challenges tied to an alchemist's tale. You'll notice details most visitors miss—street signs, architectural quirks, hidden plaques—as the game threads together the urban landscape into its narrative.
Direct car service between Marseille Airport and Arles, covering the 70km route in around 70 minutes. A driver meets you on arrival and handles your luggage, delivering you straight to your accommodation or vice versa. No stops, no other passengers—just a straightforward transfer with experienced operators who run this route regularly.
Explore the Iraty forest on an electric all-terrain scooter, a two-hour guided adventure through French Pyrenean woodland. This hybrid of sightseeing and active travel lets you cover ground without the grind, navigating forest tracks at a manageable pace whilst soaking up the canopy and slopes. Scooters handle the rough terrain effortlessly, making it accessible whether you're unfit or athletic. Helmets and gloves included. An unusual way to encounter wild landscape without breaking stride.
When Tom from our BugBitten team booked this private Paris tour, he got a comfortable four-hour spin through the city's heavy-hitters—Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, Notre-Dame, the Louvre and more—from a vehicle with a guide who knows the stories. It's the anti-walking option: you ride in a private car with up to five other guests, stop at the postcard spots for photos, and hear the history without blistered feet. The pace is leisurely and the accessibility is solid, making it a decent shout for those who want the highlights without the leg work.
Spend eight hours exploring three distinct coastal towns—Nice, Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence—on France's Côte d'Azur. This guided day trip takes you through centuries-old village streets, past ochre-coloured buildings and down to Mediterranean seafronts, with plenty of time to wander on your own. Travel between towns in an air-conditioned coach with stops for walking and looking. Bring cash for lunch at local restaurants.
When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this private tour, she got a genuine glimpse into Monet's world—starting with a Paris hotel pickup, then the Marmottan Museum (a quieter alternative to the Musée de l'Orangerie crush), before heading out to his actual house and gardens in Giverny. It's seven hours total, so a solid day if you're serious about Impressionism. The private car and guide mean no herding with tour groups; it's just you, your driver, and someone who actually knows the story behind the haystacks and water lilies.
A 10–12 hour private minivan tour south from Paris combining château exploration, vineyard scenery, and structured wine education. You'll walk through Chambord's Renaissance interiors with a historian, drive the rolling terrain of Touraine and Vouvray, lunch at a Michelin-starred table with wine pairings, then spend the afternoon at a boutique winery sampling six-plus cuvées rarely sold beyond the cellar door. Hotel pickup and return included.
Explore two centuries of Arles' layered past—Roman foundations and Van Gogh's vivid years—then venture into the Camargue wetlands where white horses roam wild and flamingos gather at Pont de Gau. You'll finish in Les Saintes Maries de la Mer, a coastal town shaped by Spanish Romani culture. Seven to eight hours by private vehicle, moving from urban heritage to untamed delta landscape.
Work with an experienced Paris-based photographer for a guided one-hour shoot around the Louvre and Seine. You'll visit prime spots in the city's historic heart whilst receiving direction on framing, posture, and positioning. The photographer specialises in portraits, couples, and families, and edits your selected images within a week. Ideal whether you've done professional shoots before or never stepped in front of a camera.
A four-hour private tour of Paris by car that combines driving past major landmarks with selective walks to explore neighbourhoods in detail. Your certified driver navigates whilst a university-educated multilingual guide shares stories about the city's architecture, history and culture. The route adapts to what interests you—whether that's Belle Époque facades, revolutionary sites, or hidden corners locals favour. You'll cover far more ground than on foot alone, stopping to get out and look closely at places that warrant it.
When Alex from our team ran this Christmas food tour through Paris, it delivered exactly what it promised: three hours winding through the city's lit-up streets sampling seasonal French treats. You're walking past Notre Dame and Luxembourg Gardens with a local guide who knows the spot, stopping at pâtisseries and markets to taste proper foie gras, pastries, and mulled wine. It's a small-group setup, so the experience stays intimate rather than feeling like you're herded through with thirty others. Best suited to folks who genuinely care about food and want the festive backdrop without the tourist-trap crowds.
When Sarah from our BugBitten team did this Montmartre food tour in the festive season, she found a solid blend of neighbourhood wandering and tasting stops spread across 3.5 hours. You're walking the cobbled lanes of Paris's former bohemian quarter — past Sacré-Cœur, through Place du Tertre, around the Christmas market — pausing at eight spots for French cheese, charcuterie, pastries, chocolate, and mulled wine. It's small groups (max 12), so you get a proper local guide without the cattle-market feel. The mix of food and festive market atmosphere works well if you like sampling and strolling in equal measure, though the pacing hinges on how keen your group is to chat and linger.
Tear through Paris in a vintage sidecar piloted by a seasoned local who knows every corner of the city. This 90-minute private spin hits the major monuments—[Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower), Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Notre-Dame, Champs-Élysées, Trocadéro, Les Invalides—but from a perspective you won't get on foot or in a taxi. You'll stop to shoot photos and soak in the views, then fire back up and keep moving. It's intimate, exhilarating, and beats the coach-tour grind entirely.
A three-hour guided tour of the Louvre designed for families that moves beyond passive viewing. You'll work together using visual analysis, hands-on activities, and guided discovery to engage with the museum's masterworks. Each artwork is selected to spark conversation and build understanding. You'll receive wireless headsets and an activity booklet tailored to help younger visitors make real connections with the collection rather than simply checking off famous pieces.
A 2.5-hour guided walk through Paris's Marais neighbourhood hunting down the city's best croissants, pastries and artisan breads. Led by food writers behind the viral 'Best Croissants + Desserts in Paris' list, you'll navigate medieval backstreets and chic passages stopping at award-winning bakeries and fromageries. Sample laminated croissants, pain au chocolat, macarons, quality cheese, chocolate and coffee from a celebrated roaster, with insider conversation about Parisian life and recommendations for dinner spots tucked away in historic corners.
A seven-hour private tour of Paris tailored for wheelchair users and those with mobility considerations. Your dedicated guide collects you from your hotel and drives you through the city in an accessible vehicle, stopping at major sights like Notre-Dame and the Marais whilst adapting the route to your interests and physical needs. The guide knows Paris well and understands accessibility requirements, crafting a day that balances landmark visits with quieter corners locals favour.
Skip the queue at Lourdes Train Station and arrive at your accommodation without fuss. A professional driver meets you with a nameplate, whisks you through town in a comfortable Fiat Talento van, and hands you a cold bottle of water before you've even caught your breath. Fifteen minutes, door-to-door, no language fumbling or currency worries.
A private seven to nine-hour tour from Paris heading east into the Champagne region, taking in First World War heritage sites and the cathedral where French kings were crowned. Your English-speaking driver guides you through rolling countryside to handpicked champagne houses for tastings, then into Reims proper for lunch at a neighbourhood brasserie where locals eat. Everything's covered in a climate-controlled private vehicle—pick-up and drop-off included.
Spend seven hours at Émilie's 18th-century farmhouse in the Seine-et-Marne countryside, just 80 minutes from Paris. Cook and eat lunch built around vegetables and herbs from her garden, sip her homemade wines, then help feed and walk the two horses across the property. Émilie, a former teacher and naturopath, guides you through the henhouse, greenhouses, and surrounding woodland. Children and all fitness levels welcome.
Pedal through Paris along the Canal Saint-Martin on a guided 3-hour cycle route that reveals the city's industrial heritage and bohemian neighbourhoods away from the typical tourist drag. Your guide shares the waterway's transformation from working canal to cultural hub whilst you roll past converted warehouses, local cafés, and tree-lined bridges. Stop midway for refreshments and a game of pétanque by the water's edge.
Marco, a Master of Wine student, hosts a two-and-a-half-hour private tasting in a Marais hotel where you'll learn to evaluate older vintages properly. In an informal setting, he walks you through tasting techniques, discusses what you're noticing in each glass, and fields questions about wine's complexities. Ideal for anyone wanting to move beyond casual sipping and understand what makes certain bottles worth keeping.
A 90-minute surf lesson on the Landes coast south of Messanges, where qualified instructors guide you through your first rides on Atlantic swells. You'll work through structured progression levels, from foam-board fundamentals to genuine wave-riding, with all kit supplied. The school partners with ocean conservation groups and uses sustainable practices throughout.
Explore Nice's significant Jewish heritage across medieval and modern periods with a medieval historian guide. This 3-hour walking tour traces the Grand Synagogue, the subterranean medieval ghetto quarters, the Jewish Cemetery, and the Mur des Justes memorial. You'll examine the roots of medieval anti-semitism and visit living communities that preserve Judeo-Español, the dialect of medieval Spain. Weather permitting, the itinerary extends to the Hotel Excelsior and Ezrat A'him synagogue.
Glide through Paris's iconic neighbourhoods on a two-hour Segway tour, covering major landmarks without the fatigue of walking. This guided experience suits travellers keen to pack sightseeing into limited time, hitting the essential monuments and scenic spots across the city. You'll roll past famous vistas and street-level details that reveal how Paris actually works, moving at a pace that lets you absorb the atmosphere rather than rush through it.
An eight-hour private minivan tour through the Provence hinterland, departing Nice to visit four hilltop villages. You'll explore Cannes' seafront glamour, venture inland to Grasse for its perfume heritage, climb to Gourdon's panoramic perch overlooking the Mediterranean, and finish at Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a medieval settlement favoured by artists. A driver-guide provides running commentary and optional factory visits let you dig deeper into local trades.
Spend two days in France's Champagne region exploring both prestigious houses and family-run producers. Day one takes you through Reims and Epernay's grand cellars—Pommery, Veuve Clicquot, Mercier, and Moët & Chandon—with multiple tastings and a three-course French lunch. Day two shifts focus to small winemakers for seven tastings across different styles, a gourmet lunch, and a scenic drive through UNESCO vineyards past Dom Pérignon's village, a lighthouse, and windmill. Fourteen tastings, meals, and private transport included.
Spend a full day along the Côte d'Azur with a local guide who'll tailor the route to suit your interests. You'll weave between hilltop villages—Eze's medieval streets, Saint-Paul-de-Vence's artistic quarters—and coastal hotspots like Cannes, Monaco and Monte Carlo. The guide shares stories as you travel the dramatic corniches, spotting ochre cliffs and azure bays. Hotel pickup and drop-off included; you decide which stops matter most.
A three-hour private walking tour through central Paris centred on Notre-Dame Cathedral's exterior and the medieval streets surrounding it. Your guide leads you through the neighbourhoods that shaped the city's identity, revealing architectural details and historical layers you'd miss alone. This isn't about rushing through landmarks—it's a curated exploration of how Paris's heart still beats around this iconic structure, even as it undergoes restoration.
Craft your own Loire Valley castle tour departing Paris for a full day exploring three châteaux of your choice from eight options including Chambord, Chenonceau, and Villandry. Travel by private car with a local guide after a morning train journey to Orléans, with lunch included and all entry fees covered. Hotel pickup and return transport bookend the 12-hour excursion, letting you focus on Renaissance architecture and grounds rather than logistics.
A six-hour private guided tour of Paris designed around your family's pace and interests. Your guide steers clear of the usual tourist script, instead crafting a day that actually holds children's attention—whether that's a Seine boat ride, cycling past landmarks, or exploring museums that don't bore kids senseless. You handle the planning preferences; we handle the logistics and know which spots deliver genuine engagement rather than restless shuffling.
This 4.5-hour private tour departs Lyon for the Northern Côtes du Rhône, home to some of France's steepest and oldest terraced vineyards. After a 25-minute drive, you'll visit Vienne and taste wines at two family-run estates, sampling 11–12 wines from the region's prestigious appellations: Côte Rôtie, Condrieu, and Saint-Joseph. Your guide brings expertise in both viticulture and local history, with commentary available in English, Spanish, or French.
Trace the resistance movements of two world wars on electric bikes through Versailles' backroads and forest trails. This four-hour guided tour follows the paths of Allied heroes, including the Escadrille Lafayette memorial, across roughly 29 kilometres of cycle routes and quieter roads. Your guide JB leads the way with walkie-talkie support, stops for refreshment, and captures footage on a provided camera you'll take home.
Eight-hour private drive through the Côte d'Azur's most photogenic corners. Your driver navigates you to Saint-Tropez's working harbour, cobbled lanes, and the café-lined Place des Lices, then across to Port Grimaud's canal-threaded layout. Expect local stories woven through stops; this isn't a rushed tick-box tour but a curated look at where Mediterranean leisure culture actually happens. Luxury vehicle, all costs covered.
Spend two and a half hours following the Netflix series route through Paris, stopping at eight carefully chosen local food spots. This officially licensed experience takes you to venues featured in the show, with tastings curated to showcase what the character discovered across the city. You'll leave with a branded tote and a framed Polaroid to prove you were there. Suits all fitness levels and works well if you're already familiar with the series.
Hire a private driver in Aix-en-Provence for up to six hours to explore the region at your own pace. Choose your own stops or lean on your driver's local knowledge to craft an itinerary that suits you. This flexible arrangement covers 250 kilometres, bottled water, fuel, and all charges—you just need to decide where to go and when to linger.
Trace LGBTQ+ history across Paris's Saint-Germain and Marais neighbourhoods on this 2.5-hour private walking tour. From Renaissance-era resistance to contemporary activism, your guide unpacks how queer Parisians fought for visibility and rights whilst building one of Europe's most vibrant communities. End in the Marais, where you'll see the living legacy of these struggles reflected in today's thriving cultural spaces.
Hunt wild mushrooms across Provence's forested terrain over three hours, learning to identify edible species from toxic look-alikes. Running September through mid-November (weather dependent), you'll search for ten varieties including ceps, chanterelles, and black trumpets using provided knives and footwear. The morning wraps with an outdoorsman's breakfast of charcuterie, bread, foraged mushrooms, and local wine in the peaceful Provençal countryside.