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Exclusive ! Discover Vibrant Bordeaux at Night :Night Tour!
★ 5.0 (30)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Exclusive ! Discover Vibrant Bordeaux at Night :Night Tour!

A guided evening walk through Bordeaux revealing the city's illuminated architecture and vibrant nocturnal character. Over 60–100 minutes, your guide leads you past landmark buildings bathed in light while explaining the stories behind them. You'll gain a genuine feel for how locals experience the city after dark, moving beyond tourist postcards to discover neighbourhoods that come alive when the sun sets. A complimentary Bordeaux cannelé sweet rounds out the experience.

1 hour – 1h 40mfrom AUD $70
WW II Private Guided Tour American Landing Beaches in Normandy
★ 5.0 (30)
🛕 Culture & History
France

WW II Private Guided Tour American Landing Beaches in Normandy

Spend 8–10 hours tracing the American assault on Normandy's coast with a dedicated guide. You'll walk Omaha and Utah beaches where troops landed, climb the bluffs at Pointe du Hoc where Rangers fought to disable German artillery, and visit the drop zones where American paratroopers first touched French soil. The tour concludes at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, where thousands are honoured. A private vehicle and driver ensure you move at your own pace between sites without the constraints of group schedules.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $1271
Paris: Segway Night highlights small group tour
★ 5.0 (30)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
France

Paris: Segway Night highlights small group tour

Glide through central Paris on a Segway at dusk, covering iconic landmarks from the Louvre to the [Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower) in 90 minutes. Your guide leads a small group through the city's most photogenic quarters, pausing to share stories whilst you master the two-wheeled craft. Watch the pyramid illuminate as the sun drops and the tower sparkles against the night sky—a different vantage on familiar sights.

1h 30mfrom AUD $119
Paris Le Marais Walking Tour: An Incredible History - Small Group
★ 5.0 (30)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Paris Le Marais Walking Tour: An Incredible History - Small Group

Spend two hours exploring Le Marais with a small group (maximum eight) guided by a knowledgeable local. This neighbourhood layers medieval streets, Renaissance mansions, and contemporary galleries into one of Paris's most compelling patches. You'll navigate the Jewish Quarter, pause at Place des Vosges, and hunt through the market stalls of Marché des Enfants Rouges while your guide unpicks centuries of stories—from Templar intrigue to today's thriving creative scene.

2 hoursfrom AUD $92
Normandy World War II Private 2 Hours Sidecar Tour From Bayeux
★ 5.0 (30)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Normandy World War II Private 2 Hours Sidecar Tour From Bayeux

Explore Normandy's D-Day sites by vintage sidecar from Bayeux over 2–2.5 hours. You'll ride quiet country roads inaccessible to coach tours, passing rural hamlets and reaching Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery. The sidecar vantage point transforms how you experience the landscape—wind, views, and weight of history arrive together. All safety gear provided.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $227
Classic Tour of Paris in 2CV CITROEN
★ 5.0 (30)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Classic Tour of Paris in 2CV CITROEN

Cruise Paris's iconic landmarks in a classic 2CV Citroën over one hour, guided by a local driver who shares insider knowledge of the city's history and layout. Perfect for first-time visitors seeking orientation, romantic getaways, or evening drives past illuminated monuments. You'll see the famous sights that define Paris whilst getting your bearings for the days ahead, with personalised recommendations tailored to your interests.

1 hourfrom AUD $132
Discovery of Sailing Porquerolles with meals included
★ 5.0 (29)
🐠 Water Activities
France

Discovery of Sailing Porquerolles with meals included

Spend seven hours sailing around Porquerolles aboard a traditional sailboat with a working crew. The day centres on feeling the rhythm of the sea—wind filling canvas, boat heeling gently, horizon stretching endlessly. Lunch arrives fresh and proper, paired with wine or beer, eaten at the rail whilst the island's pine-clad cliffs slide past. Whether you're alone or with others, this is sailing stripped back to essentials: movement, taste, and the Mediterranean's honest beauty.

7 hoursfrom AUD $251
Visit the lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon and Moustiers.
★ 5.0 (29)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Visit the lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon and Moustiers.

A guided day tour from Aix en Provence taking in three distinct corners of Upper Provence: the rolling lavender plateau around Valensole, the dramatic limestone canyon of Gorges du Verdon, and the hilltop village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Your driver navigates the country roads whilst you absorb the landscape, with a pedal boat float on Lac de Sainte Croix as the centrepiece. Seven to eight hours total, fully flexible to your pace and interests.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1001
Cross electric skateboard ride
★ 5.0 (29)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
France

Cross electric skateboard ride

Learn to ride electric skateboards in France with iZi Rider's 90-minute introduction. After a safety briefing on a closed course, you'll progress to open trails through the surrounding countryside. The boards feature oversized wheels for stable, forgiving handling—perfect if you've never skated before. Gear up with helmet, pads and gloves, then experience this thrilling form of powered travel at your own pace.

1h 30mfrom AUD $99
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen
★ 5.0 (29)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen

A two-hour private walking tour through Caen's medieval core, led by guides versed in the city's Norman heritage and William the Conqueror's legacy. You'll navigate centuries-old streets while uncovering lesser-known narratives about the figures and events that shaped this French stronghold. Archive photographs bring depth to each stop, grounding stories in documented history rather than speculation.

2 hoursfrom AUD $62
Paris Highlights: Private Sidecar Tour
★ 5.0 (28)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Paris Highlights: Private Sidecar Tour

Tear through central Paris in a vintage sidecar, hitting the major monuments in sixty minutes. Your driver doubles as guide, narrating the history and hidden angles of each stop—[Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower), Notre-Dame, the Seine bridges, palace facades. Helmet, gloves, and blanket included. No entry fees or meal breaks, just wind-in-hair sightseeing for those juggling tight schedules or wanting a novelty spin on the standard tourist crawl.

1 hourfrom AUD $166
Jet Surf in Corsica
★ 5.0 (28)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
France

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.

1 hourfrom AUD $184
Private Normandy Tour D-Day American Landing Beaches
★ 5.0 (28)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Private Normandy Tour D-Day American Landing Beaches

An 8–9 hour private tour of Normandy's D-Day beaches led by a local historian who grounds the American campaign in personal testimony rather than abstractions. You'll visit Omaha and Utah beaches, Pointe du Hoc, and surrounding villages—places where your guide explains how geography determined strategy and how French civilians witnessed the invasion unfold. This isn't a facts-and-figures recitation but a landscape-based narrative that connects you to individual soldiers and the weight of their choices.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1819
Paris Highlights Tour: Notre-Dame & Louvre Semi-Private & Private
★ 5.0 (28)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Paris Highlights Tour: Notre-Dame & Louvre Semi-Private & Private

Spend 7.5 hours navigating Paris's most recognisable landmarks with a knowledgeable local guide in a small group of no more than six people. Start with a two-hour walk across Île de la Cité, taking in Notre-Dame Cathedral's exterior and the Conciergerie's revolutionary history. After a break for refreshments, head to the Louvre with skip-the-line access for a guided tour of its celebrated works—Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and beyond. This combines medieval Paris with Renaissance masterpieces in a single day.

7h 30mfrom AUD $500
Transfers PARIS AIRPORTS CDG-PARIS/DISNEYLAND LUXURY VAN 1-7 pers
★ 5.0 (27)
✈️ Transfers
France

Transfers PARIS AIRPORTS CDG-PARIS/DISNEYLAND LUXURY VAN 1-7 pers

Reliable airport transfers between Paris Charles de Gaulle, central Paris and Disneyland Paris in climate-controlled vans accommodating 1–7 passengers. Your driver speaks multiple languages and knows the city well enough to point you towards genuinely good pastry shops. Journey takes 1–3 hours depending on destination and traffic. Bottled water, WiFi and child seats included.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $226
Private escape to discover Cannes & Lerins islands from the sea
★ 5.0 (27)
🐠 Water Activities
France

Private escape to discover Cannes & Lerins islands from the sea

Hire a sleek Bowrider speedboat in Cannes for a four-hour private voyage to the Lérins islands, accommodating up to eleven people. Anchor in sheltered coves to snorkel among submerged statuary, paddle board in crystalline shallows, or simply float with a glass of wine. The boat comes equipped with premium sound, full snorkelling kit, and sun protection—you steer the itinerary, whether that's exploring Fort Royal's historical ramparts or finding a quiet spot to swim.

4 hoursfrom AUD $819
Chocolate and Pastry Walking Tour in Montmartre, Paris
★ 5.0 (27)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Chocolate and Pastry Walking Tour in Montmartre, Paris

Wander through Montmartre's steep streets sampling chocolates and pastries from Paris's finest makers, guided by someone who reads your preferences and steers you toward standouts. Two-and-a-half hours of tasting high-calibre confections paired with anecdotes about the neighbourhood's colourful past. You'll leave with a curated PDF of addresses to revisit later, plus a group photo as a memento.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $167
Guided walk from Vieux-Lyon to the Presqu’île
★ 5.0 (27)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Guided walk from Vieux-Lyon to the Presqu’île

A 2-hour walking tour through Lyon's oldest and most dynamic quarters, moving from Vieux-Lyon's Renaissance alleyways to the Presqu'île's grand boulevards and cultural landmarks. Your guide steers you through centuries of architecture, local stories, and neighbourhoods where Lyonnaise life actually happens—past traboules, silk-weaver workshops, and squares where residents gather. Designed for those who want to understand how the city works rather than simply tick off sights.

2 hoursfrom AUD $33
Private Mont Saint Michel Experience from Bayeux
★ 5.0 (27)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Private Mont Saint Michel Experience from Bayeux

A full-day private tour from Bayeux exploring [Mont Saint-Michel](/places/mont-saint-michel) and its abbey, taking in the medieval architecture and steep pathways of this iconic tidal island. Your guide leads you through the warren of narrow streets, revealing layers of history built into stone and architecture. You'll have unscheduled time to browse local shops and eat at your own pace. Transport by air-conditioned van with hotel collection and drop-off included.

7h 30mfrom AUD $607
Private Transfer Charles de Gaulle Airport CDG to Disney Paris
★ 5.0 (27)
✈️ Transfers
France

Private Transfer Charles de Gaulle Airport CDG to Disney Paris

Direct private car from Charles de Gaulle to Disneyland Paris (40 minutes). Your driver meets you at arrivals with a nameplate, monitors your flight in real time, and gives you an hour to clear customs without rushing. Head straight to your hotel, nearby accommodation, or park gates in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle. Child seats supplied at no extra cost. English-speaking driver available round the clock.

40 minfrom AUD $309
Cannes Relaxation evening in the Lerins Islands Private boat
★ 5.0 (27)
🐠 Water Activities
France

Cannes Relaxation evening in the Lerins Islands Private boat

Escape the Croisette crowds on a private boat evening to the Lérins Islands, departing from central Cannes between 18:30 and 21:30. Your skipper navigates these Mediterranean gems whilst you relax on deck, with snorkelling gear provided to explore the waters at sunset. Bring your own provisions and settle in for three hours away from the bustle, whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with friends.

3 hoursfrom AUD $652
2 Hour Street-art Walk and Space Invaders Hunt in Paris
★ 5.0 (27)
🛕 Culture & History
France

2 Hour Street-art Walk and Space Invaders Hunt in Paris

Hunt for pixelated Space Invaders mosaics across Paris with a street-art guide who knows the city's quirky corners. This two-hour ramble trades conventional sightseeing for a treasure-hunt approach that appeals equally to video game enthusiasts, pop-culture nerds and anyone keen to see Paris through a local's eyes. Discover hidden artworks tucked into façades across both famous and off-the-radar neighbourhoods, picking up odd tales about the city's street-art scene along the way.

2 hoursfrom AUD $50
Full-day Private Burgundy Wine Route Tour from Beaune
★ 5.0 (27)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Full-day Private Burgundy Wine Route Tour from Beaune

This eight-hour private tour guides you through Burgundy's celebrated vineyard landscape, exploring the region's intricate patchwork of over 1,200 named plots. You'll taste Chardonnay and Pinot Noir directly with winemakers who explain the terroir and techniques behind each bottle, traverse some of France's most prestigious slopes, and absorb the area's winemaking heritage from a knowledgeable local. Hotel transfers included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1672
Private Paris electric bike ride with video
★ 5.0 (27)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Private Paris electric bike ride with video

Glide through Paris's quieter quarters on a premium e-bike guided by a local cyclist who's spent a decade navigating the city's safest backstreets. This 90-minute private ride takes you into authentic neighbourhoods like the Marais and Île Saint-Louis, away from tourist clusters. Your guide films the experience for you—a keepsake of moving through Paris's hidden corners at whatever pace suits you.

1h 30mfrom AUD $99
Discovering Vieux-Lyon
★ 5.0 (26)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Discovering Vieux-Lyon

Wander through Vieux-Lyon's Renaissance quarters with a local guide who reveals the stories behind ornate façades and hidden passageways. This two-hour walk spans from Saint-Jean to Saint-Paul, threading through narrow lanes where overlooked architectural details and centuries-old anecdotes come alive. You'll see the old town at street level without entering monuments, discovering the quirks and character that make Lyon's medieval heart distinctive.

2 hoursfrom AUD $216
Marseille Guided Food Tour with 10 Locals Favorites Tastings
★ 5.0 (26)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Marseille Guided Food Tour with 10 Locals Favorites Tastings

Walk through Marseille's oldest quarters with a local guide sampling ten regional specialities across three-and-a-half hours. Start near the historic port and navigate narrow streets to family-run shops and hole-in-the-wall eateries, tasting everything from chickpea panisse to orange-blossom biscuits, artisanal chocolate, and locally-made tapenade. Pair Provençal wines with regional cheese, and finish with a signature dish kept secret until you arrive. Learn the stories behind centuries-old recipes as you go.

3h 30mfrom AUD $159
An Unforgettable Gourmet Morning in Nice
★ 5.0 (26)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

An Unforgettable Gourmet Morning in Nice

Spend 90 minutes in a Nicois apartment learning to cook a modern French breakfast with your host Emma. You'll prepare and eat seasonal pastries, fresh breads, and flavoured waters whilst picking up techniques you can recreate at home. The intimate setting welcomes all fitness levels and is accessible by public transport, making it an easy morning outing that doubles as a cultural introduction to how the French approach their morning table.

1h 30mfrom AUD $109
Private Full Day Tour Villages of the Luberon from Avignon
★ 5.0 (26)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Private Full Day Tour Villages of the Luberon from Avignon

Spend eight to nine hours exploring the Luberon's stone villages with a driver based in Lacoste who knows the region intimately. This private tour from Avignon lets you pick the pace and stops—whether that's wandering ochre-coloured streets, ducking into local galleries, or sitting with a coffee in a quiet square. Travelling by air-conditioned vehicle means you skip the driving stress and maximise time on foot discovering hidden corners at your rhythm.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1204
Paris Private Tour to Louvre Museum & French Crepes
★ 5.0 (26)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Paris Private Tour to Louvre Museum & French Crepes

Explore Paris's architectural landmarks and world-class art over 5–6 hours with a local guide steering you past the crowds. You'll navigate the soaring stained glass of Sainte-Chapelle, the gothic Notre-Dame, and the formal sweep of Jardin des Tuileries before settling into a traditional crêperie for cider and pastry. The tour culminates at the Louvre, where an audio-guide lets you move at your own pace through its sprawling galleries.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $237
Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Private Tasting Tour From Marseille
★ 5.0 (25)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Châteauneuf du Pape Wine Private Tasting Tour From Marseille

An eight-hour private tour from Marseille that combines Avignon's medieval landmarks with tastings at two Châteauneuf-du-Pape estates. Your English-speaking driver collects you in a Mercedes and guides you through the Pope's Palace and Pont d'Avignon before heading to the wine region. Taste at renowned domains like Château La Nerthe or Domaine de Beaurenard, paired with lunch in the hilltop village. Expect hands-on winemaking insights and sweeping vineyard views.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2006
Bordeaux Wine Trails: Saint-Emilion Evening Wine Tour
★ 5.0 (25)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Bordeaux Wine Trails: Saint-Emilion Evening Wine Tour

This 5.5-hour evening excursion takes you from Bordeaux into the Saint-Emilion wine region for an intimate look at serious viticulture. You'll visit a family-run producer, taste their wines whilst learning how they're made, then settle into a gourmet picnic as daylight fades. Afterwards, a local guide leads you through the medieval village's lamplit streets. Capped at eight people, it's designed to avoid the daytime tourist crush.

5h 30mfrom AUD $268
Your Private boat Captain Guide Explore Historical Paris
★ 5.0 (25)
🐠 Water Activities
France

Your Private boat Captain Guide Explore Historical Paris

Cruise the Seine from near the [Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower) aboard a private vessel captained by a knowledgeable Parisian. Over 90 minutes, drift past iconic bridges and landmarks—the Statue of Liberty replica, Pont Neuf, Musée d'Orsay, Île Saint-Louis, and Notre-Dame—from a perspective few tourists experience. Bring your own refreshments and settle in with up to five others for an intimate tour of the river that shaped the city.

1h 30mfrom AUD $767
Wine Tasting Tour in Menton - Early evening - Small groups
★ 5.0 (25)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Wine Tasting Tour in Menton - Early evening - Small groups

Taste your way through Menton's wine culture on this three-hour evening stroll blending French and Italian traditions. Visit two citrus producers sampling fruit-forward wines, then settle into a wine bar for Provençal selections before finishing at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Nine wines total paired with local cheese, cured meats, and regional dishes—including a lemon tart finale. Small groups of eight maximum keep things conversational and unhurried along a flat one-kilometre route.

3 hoursfrom AUD $242
Giverny Half-Day Guided Tour from Paris
★ 5.0 (25)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Giverny Half-Day Guided Tour from Paris

A 4.5-hour private guided tour whisks you from your Paris hotel to Claude Monet's house and gardens in Giverny. You'll bypass queues with guaranteed entry tickets and explore the artist's living studio, Japanese bridge, and water lily ponds with a licensed English-speaking guide who brings the Impressionist world to life. The tour runs April through November, with hotel pickup and return in a climate-controlled van.

4h 30mfrom AUD $635
Acrobatic Paragliding Tandem Flight over Chamonix
★ 5.0 (25)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
France

Acrobatic Paragliding Tandem Flight over Chamonix

Launch into acrobatic paragliding above Chamonix's Alpine peaks on a tandem flight with certified French instructors. This adrenaline-focused experience takes you soaring over dramatic terrain for roughly an hour, with takeoff typically from Plan Praz (or Plan de L'Aiguille if conditions require). You'll be harnessed to a professional pilot who handles all the flying while you experience barrel rolls, spirals, and technical manoeuvres safely. Helmet and full insurance included.

1 hourfrom AUD $316
Cannes Day charter to the Islands
★ 5.0 (25)
🐠 Water Activities
France

Cannes Day charter to the Islands

A four-hour sailing charter from Cannes aboard the Windy 37, a well-maintained yacht hosting up to eight guests. Navigate the Côte d'Azur towards Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat islands, with opportunities to swim, snorkel around an underwater sculpture installation, and explore sheltered coves. Your multilingual skipper navigates the route while you bring your own provisions and settle into the pace of the Mediterranean.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1670
Snorkeling Excursion 2h30 Cap Roux & Calanques de l'Esterel
★ 5.0 (25)
🐠 Water Activities
France

Snorkeling Excursion 2h30 Cap Roux & Calanques de l'Esterel

Launch from Agay Bay on a rigid inflatable boat to snorkel the Cap Roux Marine Reserve, a protected pocket of the Mediterranean off the Esterel coast. This 2.5-hour outing keeps groups to 12 people maximum, guided by a qualified educator who points out the region's underwater residents and geology. All kit—wetsuit, fins, mask, snorkel—is supplied; you just show up and get wet.

2h 30mfrom AUD $133
Early Access Sacre Coeur & Montmartre Small Group Experience
★ 5.0 (25)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Early Access Sacre Coeur & Montmartre Small Group Experience

When Tom from our BugBitten team caught the early Sacré-Cœur & Montmartre tour, the neighbourhood was still quiet—no crowds yet, just the basilica glowing in soft morning light. This is a chance to explore one of Paris's most touristy pockets on your own terms: either in a small group capped at 12, or fully private with a dedicated guide. The walk winds through Montmartre's steep, artsy backstreets for about 75 minutes, mixing history and bohemian grit. It suits most fitness levels, though those hills are real, and you'll want respectful dress for the basilica.

1h 15mfrom AUD $67
Full day E-Bike rental in the Alpilles
★ 5.0 (25)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
France

Full day E-Bike rental in the Alpilles

Rent an e-bike in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and navigate the Alpilles at your own pace over 5–8 hours. The region's rolling terrain, olive groves and hilltop villages like Les Baux-de-Provence are built for two wheels. Electric assist means you can tackle longer distances without burning out, whether you prefer gentle circuits or more demanding backcountry routes. Helmets included.

5 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $70
Lyon Airport Private Transfer – Meet & Greet Included
★ 5.0 (24)
✈️ Transfers
France

Lyon Airport Private Transfer – Meet & Greet Included

Private car service connecting Lyon Airport to your destination with a driver waiting at arrivals. Available round-the-clock for incoming and outgoing flights, the service includes all airport fees and parking. Choose from sedans for individuals, vans for small groups, or minibuses for larger parties. Your driver will be holding a name board, cutting through the airport rush.

30 minfrom AUD $150
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