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Strasbourg Food Tour: A Culinary Experience with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Strasbourg Food Tour: A Culinary Experience with a Local

A two-hour guided food tour through Strasbourg's neighbourhood markets and independent eateries, led by a local who steers you toward where residents actually eat. You'll taste regional specialities and bakery items while picking up genuine recommendations for the rest of your stay. Small groups of up to eight mean you'll move at a manageable pace and hear proper stories about the food, not rehearsed patter.

2 hoursfrom AUD $316
Landing Beaches Historical Excursion from Le Havre
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Landing Beaches Historical Excursion from Le Havre

Spend a full day exploring the D-Day landing beaches from Le Havre, moving through the sites at your own rhythm. This 8–10 hour tour traces the pivotal 1944 operations across Normandy's coastline, linking geography to the soldiers who arrived here. You'll travel by private vehicle and can opt to hire a knowledgeable local guide to unlock the stories behind each location, or walk independently and absorb the atmosphere yourself. Designed for reflection as much as education.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $1672
Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Bordeaux with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Bordeaux with a Local

Spend 90 minutes with a Bordeaux local who knows where the city reveals itself—not just the postcard angles. You'll weave through neighbourhoods where locals actually spend time, stopping at landmarks like Place de la Bourse and the National Opera, but also discovering the quieter corners and current favourites that won't appear in most guidebooks. The route bends to your interests and pace, with a maximum of eight people so conversations stay genuine.

1h 30mfrom AUD $132
The Alternative Side of Bordeaux with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

The Alternative Side of Bordeaux with a Local

Skip the gilt-edged châteaux routine. This two-hour walk with a Bordeaux local cuts through the city's 18th-century grandeur to reveal its grittier, creative underbelly. You'll discover vibrant street art, independent galleries, underground music venues, and neighbourhood haunts that locals actually frequent—the places that earned Bordeaux its 'coolest city in France' reputation. A small group experience that trades polished heritage for raw contemporary culture.

2 hoursfrom AUD $216
Full day of the top 3 Luberon Hilltop Villages from Marseille / Aix-en-Provence
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Full day of the top 3 Luberon Hilltop Villages from Marseille / Aix-en-Provence

A seven-hour drive through the Lubéron's most photogenic villages, departing from Marseille or Aix-en-Provence. You'll visit Oppède, Bonnieux, Gordes and Roussillon, stopping for lunch and self-guided exploration. Gordes perches 340 metres above sea level with sweeping valley vistas, whilst Roussillon sits atop the world's largest ochre deposits, where rust-red cliffs shift through yellows and violets. Multiple photo stops break up the journey.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1003
Explore Marseille’s Art and Culture with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Explore Marseille’s Art and Culture with a Local

Walk Marseille's streets with a resident guide who navigates the city's vibrant street art scene and contemporary gallery landscape. Over 90 minutes, you'll discover how artists have shaped the character of this Mediterranean port city, learning directly from someone embedded in its creative communities. The tour suits first-timers and returning visitors alike, revealing layers of Marseille beyond the obvious.

1h 30mfrom AUD $166
Explore Paris in 90 minutes with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Explore Paris in 90 minutes with a Local

A 90-minute guided walk through Paris led by a resident who steers clear of the obvious tourist circuits. You'll move at your own pace through neighbourhoods and along streets that reveal how Parisians actually experience their city. Your guide shares genuine recommendations for where locals eat, drink, and spend their evenings, fitting more authentic discovery into a short window than you'd manage alone. Groups stay small—eight people maximum—so conversation flows naturally.

1h 30mfrom AUD $166
Explore Valence in 60 minutes with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Explore Valence in 60 minutes with a Local

A brisk hour-long walk through Valence led by someone who actually lives here. You'll move between the cathedral and Parc Jouvet, catching the city's architectural bones and riverside character while picking up genuine recommendations for where locals eat and drink. The guide adjusts the route to match your interests and pace, so you're not just ticking boxes—you're getting a real flavour of how the city works.

1 hourfrom AUD $132
Full Day Private Tour from Arles Nimes or the Alplilles
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Full Day Private Tour from Arles Nimes or the Alplilles

A bespoke eight-hour exploration of Arles, Nîmes or the Alpilles led by passionate local volunteers who shape the itinerary around your interests. Before setting out (usually 9:30 a.m.), you'll meet your guide over wine or coffee to map out themes ranging from Roman archaeology and medieval castles to vineyard trails, Provençal markets, and regional folklore. Run as a cultural association since 2004, this outfit pairs insider knowledge with flexibility—no two days are identical.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1167
Explore Metz in 60 minutes with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Explore Metz in 60 minutes with a Local

Spend an hour walking through Metz with someone who actually lives here. You'll move past the Cathedral and German Gate, hitting the landmarks that shaped the city, then get steered toward the cafés and bars locals actually frequent. It's a compact way to grasp how the place ticks rather than just ticking boxes. Small group of maximum 8 means you can ask proper questions without shouting over a crowd.

1 hourfrom AUD $132
A Sensory Journey through Specialty Coffee - Tasting Workshop
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

A Sensory Journey through Specialty Coffee - Tasting Workshop

Café Bora runs a two-hour tasting workshop in France where you'll sample at least two single-origin coffees using contrasting brewing methods—slow pour and espresso. You'll learn to recognise the distinct flavour profiles and aromatics each method brings out, guided by someone who knows their craft. This isn't theatre; it's practical training for your palate.

2 hoursfrom AUD $75
Discovery Track Game: The Mysteries of Kaysersberg
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Discovery Track Game: The Mysteries of Kaysersberg

Navigate Kaysersberg at your own pace using this smartphone-guided game that turns the Alsatian town into an interactive puzzle. Over two hours, you'll hit different checkpoints revealed via app, answering quirky questions about local food records, heritage trades, and regional trivia whilst completing photo and video challenges. It's exploration meets competition—work solo or team up to rack points by combining observation skills with a bit of cheek.

2 hoursfrom AUD $65
Bastia Challenges EVG EVJF City Challenge team
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Bastia Challenges EVG EVJF City Challenge team

A self-guided mobile game for hen and stag groups exploring Bastia over two hours. Teams receive a unique code and download the app to unlock location-based challenges scattered across the city. Work through missions together, earning points as you navigate familiar streets in unfamiliar ways. No guide tagging along—just your group, your phones, and a series of tasks designed to spark laughs and test your teamwork.

2 hoursfrom AUD $115
Explore Nancy in 60 minutes with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Explore Nancy in 60 minutes with a Local

Spend an hour walking Nancy with someone who actually lives here. You'll move between the city's defining squares and gateways—Place Stanislas, Porte de la Craffe, and the architectural jewels in between—while picking up where locals actually eat, drink, and spend time. The pace and stops flex to what interests you, and you'll never be one of a crowd of more than eight.

1 hourfrom AUD $132
Private Arrival Transfer: Nice Airport to Monaco 2026
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
France

Private Arrival Transfer: Nice Airport to Monaco 2026

A private chauffeur collects you from Nice Airport and drives you directly to Monaco in a comfortable, well-appointed vehicle. The 40-minute transfer includes WiFi, bottled water, and all airport taxes. Your driver will be waiting at arrivals with a name board, ready to whisk you through the Côte d'Azur without the usual airport transfer hassle. The vehicle seats up to seven passengers and caters to families with young children, offering infant seats on request.

40 minfrom AUD $269
Best Intro to Metz in 2 hours with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Best Intro to Metz in 2 hours with a Local

Walk through Metz with a local guide who knows the city's rhythms beyond the postcards. In two hours you'll see the Cathedral and German Gate, wander into tucked-away quarters where residents actually spend their time, and taste something distinctly Metz—perhaps spiced Bredele biscuits. You'll leave with genuine recommendations on where to eat, drink, and navigate like someone who belongs here, not a visitor passing through.

2 hoursfrom AUD $216
Private Normandy Gourmet Tour with Cider Cheese and Seafood Lunch
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Private Normandy Gourmet Tour with Cider Cheese and Seafood Lunch

A full-day private gastronomic tour from Paris that traces Normandy's food heritage through working orchards, cheese-making villages, and waterfront restaurants. You'll visit a ciderie to learn how apples become regional drinks, taste Camembert where it's made, then sit down to fresh seafood overlooking Honfleur's harbour. The day wraps with Calvados sampling in Pont-l'Évêque. A bilingual guide drives you through rolling farmland between tastings, stopping in villages where food still matters.

10h 12mfrom AUD $1154
Private transfer Marseille Airport to Nîmes
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
France

Private transfer Marseille Airport to Nîmes

Provence Class Driver runs a dedicated airport shuttle from Marseille to Nîmes and beyond, operating since 2016. You'll travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a driver who knows the region well. The 90-minute journey includes complimentary water and onboard WiFi. The service adapts to your schedule—request route changes, comfort stops, or detours without fuss. Ideal if you prefer door-to-door convenience over public buses and want to arrive refreshed rather than navigating unfamiliar transport.

1h 30mfrom AUD $568
Reims Challenges EVG EVJF City Challenge team
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Reims Challenges EVG EVJF City Challenge team

A self-guided scavenger hunt through Reims designed for hen and stag parties. Over two hours, your team solves location-based puzzles and completes wedding-themed challenges across the city using a smartphone app. You navigate independently, work through missions together, and receive support by phone or chat if needed. No prior knowledge required—just download the app, grab your game code, and start exploring Reims at your own speed.

2 hoursfrom AUD $115
Private History Walking Tour in Paris for Teens & Family
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Private History Walking Tour in Paris for Teens & Family

A three-hour private walking tour through Paris designed for families and teenagers, blending history lessons with interactive games and riddles. Your guide—a licensed historian—leads you through neighbourhoods spanning from Roman times to the French Revolution, revealing architectural details and stories you'd likely miss alone. Each child receives an activity booklet to keep them engaged, and the tour wraps with a complimentary French pastry. Perfect for families wanting substance without the lecture-hall feel.

3 hoursfrom AUD $853
Shore Excursion: Half Day in Cannes, Antibes & Juan Les Pins
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Shore Excursion: Half Day in Cannes, Antibes & Juan Les Pins

This four-hour coastal run takes you through three French Riviera hotspots: Cannes, Juan-les-Pins and Antibes. Start with designer-lined streets and the iconic Film Festival venue in Cannes, then cruise past the jazz-era resort towns before exploring Antibes' medieval walled quarter. You'll have time to browse the Provençal market, walk the ramparts, or admire the superyacht fleet moored at Port Vauban. A professional guide narrates throughout, and you travel in a climate-controlled Mercedes minivan.

4 hoursfrom AUD $431
Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Cannes
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Cannes

A nine-hour private circuit from Cannes through Provence's most dramatic landscapes. Travel via the historic Napoléon road to Castellane, a medieval settlement perched above the Verdon Gorges, then descend into the canyon itself to witness towering limestone walls and the river's striking turquoise waters. Stop at Sainte-Croix Lake for panoramic views before reaching Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, a pottery stronghold nestled among rocky peaks. A Mercedes minivan with professional guide handles all driving; you handle the scenery and a leisurely lunch of regional fare.

9 hoursfrom AUD $861
Explore Toulon in 60 minutes with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Explore Toulon in 60 minutes with a Local

Walk Toulon's heart with someone who knows it properly. In one hour, a local guide takes you from the Federation fountain through the Arsenal, peeling back layers of the city's maritime past and present-day rhythms. You'll learn where locals actually eat and drink, what makes the place tick beyond the guidebook shots, and gain a real sense of how Toulon works. Perfect when you've got a tight schedule but don't want to miss the genuine character.

1 hourfrom AUD $132
Sharing History
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Sharing History

Explore Dordogne's occupation and resistance through the eyes of a guide who's spent 15 years gathering rare documents and untold stories from the region. These flexible tours span 1–6 hours and dig into overlooked aspects of the period: the demarcation line's daily reality, maquis networks, resistance currency, and unexpected figures like a French football captain turned Gestapo operative. Tours work for everyone, from toddlers to older travellers.

1 hour – 6 hoursfrom AUD $17
Departure Transfer: Paris City to Paris Airport CDG by Luxury Car
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
France

Departure Transfer: Paris City to Paris Airport CDG by Luxury Car

Skip the airport shuttle queue and arrive at Paris CDG in a private Mercedes, BMW, or Audi. Your driver meets you at your hotel or address, handles your luggage, and navigates the ring road whilst you relax. Forty-five minutes of door-to-door service designed for travellers who value their time and want to start their journey calmly, not stressed.

45 minfrom AUD $232
Private Transfer: Paris to Paris Airport ORY by Luxury Van
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
France

Private Transfer: Paris to Paris Airport ORY by Luxury Van

Skip the metro scramble and arrive at Orly with time to spare. This private transfer whisks you from your Paris address to the airport in a spacious Mercedes van, driven by someone who knows the city's shortcuts. Thirty minutes, door-to-door, with your driver waiting at your hotel for up to fifteen minutes so you're never rushing. Bottled water included. No surprises, no stress—just reliable wheels when you need them most.

30 minfrom AUD $166
Fabulous Red Canyon and Entrevaux Private Full day Tour
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Fabulous Red Canyon and Entrevaux Private Full day Tour

Spend a full day exploring the dramatic landscape between Nice and Provence with a private driver-guide. You'll navigate the rust-coloured gorges of Daluis and Cians, visit the fortified medieval settlement of Entrevaux perched above the Var River, and break for lunch in a quieter mountain village. The eight-hour itinerary is flexible—your guide will adjust stops and pacing based on what interests you most, whether that's photography, walking, or simply soaking in the scenery.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1822
Day trip to Mont-Saint-Michel from Paris
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Day trip to Mont-Saint-Michel from Paris

This 14-hour day trip from Paris takes you to Mont-Saint-Michel, the iconic fortified island in Normandy crowned by a medieval abbey. You'll travel by private air-conditioned coach, exploring the tidal bay and wandering the narrow streets of this UNESCO-listed settlement. The abbey, perched 170 metres above the shore and topped by a gilded statue of the archangel, has drawn pilgrims and visitors since the Middle Ages. With direct transport, refreshments, and onboard WiFi included, you'll experience one of France's most photographed landmarks without the hassle of driving.

14 hoursfrom AUD $2099
Private Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Nice City in Business Car
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
France

Private Transfer: Nice Airport NCE to Nice City in Business Car

Skip the airport queue and ride straight into Nice in a sleek business sedan. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a name board, helps with bags, and delivers you to your hotel in twenty minutes. The car's chilled water and tracked flight timing mean you'll never wait around wondering if someone's coming. All fees and parking are covered—you just step out and settle in.

20 minfrom AUD $105
Paris 1e: Preserved Flower Wreath Workshop
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Paris 1e: Preserved Flower Wreath Workshop

Build your own dried-flower wreath in central Paris, working with preserved blooms, ribbons, and wrapping materials in a 90-minute session. You'll arrive to refreshments, spend time arranging your design, and leave with a finished piece ready to hang. This hands-on class suits anyone keen on floristry, regardless of prior experience or fitness level.

1h 30mfrom AUD $109
Driver Train station Bayeux - Inn Bayeux
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
France

Driver Train station Bayeux - Inn Bayeux

Door-to-door chauffeur service connecting Bayeux train station to your accommodation in town. A professional driver collects you in a well-maintained, air-conditioned vehicle for the short 5–30 minute journey. Book ahead to specify any particular needs—infant seats, pram space, or service animal requirements—and arrive refreshed with bottled water on hand.

5 min – 30 minfrom AUD $159
Paris in the Movies City Tour to Iconic Film Locations by Car
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Paris in the Movies City Tour to Iconic Film Locations by Car

Trace Paris through the lens of cinema on this three-hour private car tour visiting locations that defined films from Amélie to Emily in Paris. Your guide unpacks the stories behind each spot—the cafés, bridges, and museums that directors chose as backdrops—while you travel in comfort between landmarks. It's a tour built around what you've actually watched, not generic sightseeing.

3 hoursfrom AUD $786
Moet Chandon Champagne Cellars Tastings Private trip from Paris
★ 5.0 (1)
🍜 Food & Cooking
France

Moet Chandon Champagne Cellars Tastings Private trip from Paris

A private Mercedes drive from Paris into the Champagne region, combining cellar tours and tastings at Moet et Chandon with a local producer visit. The 8.5-hour excursion includes three glasses at a smaller house plus the main cellar experience, with five tasting levels to choose from. A chauffeur handles logistics and tickets; a live guide can be added for extra cost. Restaurant bookings are arranged separately.

8h 30mfrom AUD $786
Private Transfer Marseille Airport to Cruise Port – Comfortable
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
France

Private Transfer Marseille Airport to Cruise Port – Comfortable

Skip the airport taxi queue and arrive at Marseille's cruise terminal refreshed. This private transfer whisks you from airport to port in 15–25 minutes, with a driver who tracks your flight and knows the fastest route to the ship. You'll travel in a cool, comfortable sedan with bottled water and phone chargers on hand, dropping you steps from your vessel's gangway.

15 min – 25 minfrom AUD $132
Toulon and Surroundings - 7hour tour
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Toulon and Surroundings - 7hour tour

An eight-hour guided exploration of Toulon and its hinterland, travelling by air-conditioned minivan through characterful villages and countryside. Your guide provides live commentary throughout, handling all logistics—driving, parking, tolls—so you focus on the landscape and local character. The route showcases the region's architectural heritage and rural charm beyond the port city itself.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1756
Explore Mulhouse in 60 minutes with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Explore Mulhouse in 60 minutes with a Local

Walk through Mulhouse's core in 60 minutes with someone who actually lives here. You'll tick off the architectural highlights—Saint-Étienne Temple, Bollwerk Tower—while your guide steers you toward the cafés, restaurants, and bars locals genuinely frequent. The pace adjusts to your stride and curiosity, keeping the group intimate at eight people maximum.

1 hourfrom AUD $132
Off-road scooter tour tasting 2 wines in La Louvière
★ 5.0 (1)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
France

Off-road scooter tour tasting 2 wines in La Louvière

Explore Pessac-Léognan's vineyard landscape aboard an all-terrain electric scooter, combining an unconventional ride with wine tasting at two estates. This 90-minute experience near Bordeaux lets you cover ground on two wheels while sampling local vintages, offering a different angle on French wine country for riders aged 14 and up with moderate fitness.

1h 30mfrom AUD $132
Best Intro to Pau in 2 hours with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Best Intro to Pau in 2 hours with a Local

Explore Pau's essential sights and backstreet character in two hours alongside a resident guide. You'll walk past the Château de Pau and Place Royale, then venture into quieter quarters where locals actually spend their time. Sample a regional specialty—perhaps Coucougnettes—and gather insider advice on cafés, restaurants, and transport. Small groups keep things conversational and flexible, adapting to your pace and curiosity.

2 hoursfrom AUD $216
Explore Montpellier in 60 minutes with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🛕 Culture & History
France

Explore Montpellier in 60 minutes with a Local

A 60-minute walking tour of Montpellier led by a resident who steers you through the city's essential sights and neighbourhoods. Starting at Place de la Comédie and moving toward the Cathedral, you'll navigate medieval lanes whilst learning where locals actually eat and drink. The guide adjusts pace and stops based on your interests, so you're not herded through a rigid script but rather shown the city as someone who lives here sees it.

1 hourfrom AUD $132
Discover Cannes’ most Photogenic Spots with a Local
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
France

Discover Cannes’ most Photogenic Spots with a Local

A 90-minute guided walk through Cannes with a resident who knows the city inside out. You'll move between landmark film festival venues and tucked-away corners that don't make the guidebooks, learning the stories woven through each location. Small groups mean you can ask questions and get genuine recommendations for where locals actually eat and drink, rather than tourist-trap versions of the same.

1h 30mfrom AUD $166
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