Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.
Walk through Madrid's grandest districts with a knowledgeable local guide who unpacks the city's imperial heritage across two hours. You'll navigate plazas and palaces that shaped Spain's golden age, picking up insider tips on neighbourhoods worth exploring after the tour ends. The pace suits all fitness levels, and strollers are welcome if needed.
This two-hour guided tour launches from Puerta del Sol—kilometre zero of Spain's road network—and traces Madrid's transformation under Habsburg rule. Your guide unpacks the dynasty's history whilst walking you past landmarks shaped by Charles I and Philip II, whose vision made Madrid the nation's power centre. The tour includes a stop at the legendary Chocolateria San Gines before you head into the Royal Palace with a fast-track ticket to explore at leisure.
Spend four hours exploring Spain's backcountry on a quad bike, threading through pine forests, farm tracks and forgotten terrain far from the main routes. Your guide leads you to viewpoints most visitors never reach, where the landscape opens up across valleys and ridges. You'll tackle a mix of forest trails and open ground, with breaks built in so you can catch your breath and take in the surroundings. Transport to the starting point and light snacks are sorted.
Explore Girona's medieval heart on a private guided tour, where narrow stone lanes and ancient architecture doubled as filming locations for a famous fantasy series. This five-hour excursion departs from Palamos cruise terminal, whisking you through the Roman and Medieval Old Town with a local guide who reveals the city's layered history beyond its screen presence. You'll navigate cobbled streets, discover hidden corners, and understand why filmmakers chose this Catalan gem.
Download the Madrid Rises app and lead your family through the medieval heart of Madrid at your own rhythm. This 2.5-hour self-guided tour weaves together interactive challenges, trivia and narratives as you navigate from Puerta del Sol through centuries of the city's transformation—from Arab outpost to Habsburg capital. Activities and storytelling at each stop keep children aged 8–15 engaged whilst adults discover hidden corners and architectural gems. Pause whenever you like, return another day, and explore offline once downloaded.
Skip the hassle of navigating Spanish highways between Seville and Madrid with a private door-to-door transfer. Your driver collects you from your hotel and delivers you to your destination across this 6-hour route, handling all the logistics while you relax. Professional, licensed drivers manage the vehicle and cover tolls and parking; you just show up and get driven. Waiting time at airports stretches to 45 minutes, elsewhere 15.
Explore [Barcelona](/places/barcelona)'s Gothic Quarter on foot with a guide who unpicks the city's medieval layers. Over 90 minutes, you'll move through narrow streets lined with genuine 14th-century stonework alongside later revivals, learning how Catalan Gothic stands apart from its European cousins. The tour threads past lesser-known courtyards and plazas that reveal how the Crown of Aragon once dominated the Mediterranean, with stops at significant churches and civic buildings that still bear witness to that power.
Spend 90 minutes walking San Sebastian's most photogenic corners with someone who actually lives here. You'll move from the sweep of La Concha beach through the tangled streets of the Old Town, pausing at spots locals genuinely love rather than those engineered for the camera. A small group of up to eight means you'll get genuine conversation and recommendations for where to eat well without the tour-bus crush. The route bends to your interests and pace, so if you linger somewhere, you do.
Rent a paddleboard and life jacket to explore Seville's river on your own schedule. This 1–2 hour rental gives you full control over your route and pace, whether you're after a gentle paddle or a longer journey. Glide past the city's bridges and riverside landmarks at dawn or dusk when the water's calmest, discovering angles of Seville most visitors never see.
Spend 90 minutes walking Valencia's most striking corners with someone who actually lives here. You'll move between the City of Arts and Sciences' reflecting pools, slip through medieval archways, and hit the quieter lanes locals favour. A guide who knows the rhythms of the city shares the stories woven into each square and street, plus genuine recommendations for where to eat and drink like a resident. Small groups mean you move at a pace that suits you.
When Noah from our team booked this private transfer from Barcelona Airport into the city, he got a straightforward ride without the airport taxi queue shuffle. It's a flat-rate, pre-booked service with an English-speaking driver who tracks your flight and waits with a name card — the kind of thing that smooths out the first-hour friction of landing in a new city. Takes about 30 minutes depending on traffic, fits up to seven passengers, and the vehicle is air-conditioned. No surprises, no haggling; you pay upfront what a taxi would cost.
An 11-hour private drive from Madrid to Cuenca and Ciudad Encantada, guided by locals who know every ridge of the landscape. You'll explore a UNESCO World Heritage town and hike among otherworldly rock formations sculpted by millennia of water and wind. A full-day escape into central Spain's most dramatic geology, with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
Skip the taxi rank queues and language mix-ups with a prebooked private transfer from your [Barcelona](/places/barcelona) City Centre hotel to the airport. Your driver meets you at your accommodation, handles your luggage, and delivers you to departures in roughly 45 minutes. Fixed pricing means no surprises, and you'll arrive calm rather than frazzled after navigating public transport or haggling over fares.
When Em from our BugBitten team booked this private transfer from central Barcelona to the cruise port, it was the kind of thing that sounds simple but makes a real difference on departure day. You get picked up from your hotel or apartment, driver helps load your bags into a comfortable sedan or minivan, and you're delivered straight to the terminal—no navigating public transport with luggage, no hunting for a taxi rank. Takes about 30 minutes depending on traffic. The service includes 15 minutes of waiting time, air-con, and they'll sort infant seats if you need them. It's the low-stress way to start a cruise holiday.
Explore La Rioja's vineyards in a private luxury vehicle with a professional driver over eight hours. You'll visit established wineries, sample their offerings, and navigate the region's rolling terrain at your own pace. Pickup available from your hotel, airport, or cruise port. The itinerary adapts to what interests you most—whether that's specific producers, historic cellars, or particular varietals.
Ride a high-spec e-MTB through Spain's most dramatic badlands on a five-hour loop from Granada. The Gorafe Desert spreads across red and white clay ridges that rival the American Southwest, dotted with over 240 ancient dolmens and a troglodyte village carved into the stone. Electric assistance handles the climbing while you navigate dirt trails, canyon floors and loose scree. Small groups with local guides uncover the landscape's human and geological layers without requiring expert fitness or riding skill.
Pedal through Valencia's layered past and present on this guided 2-hour cycle, beginning at Calle Naquera near the Serranos Towers. Your local guide navigates you through medieval quarters and the striking City of Arts & Sciences complex, weaving in local stories and architectural context. The pace lets you absorb both the Gothic alleyways and contemporary landmarks without feeling rushed. Suits solo riders, pairs, and families keen to cover ground efficiently whilst staying active.
This 11-hour excursion traces three centuries of Spanish heritage across León province. Start in Castrillo de los Polvazares, a hilltop village of honey-coloured stone and narrow lanes, then move to Astorga to explore its Roman foundations, cathedral and Gaudí's palace. The day centres on León's vast Gothic cathedral and vibrant old quarter, where you'll have time to hunt down local jamón and cider. An air-conditioned coach handles the driving between stops.
When Noah from our team stepped into this A Coruña gallery, we found something genuinely different — a photographer's curated collection presented as a visual menu, complete with coffee. Alexander Castro, who's spent over two decades in fashion and advertising, treats each image as a course to savour rather than passively glance at. It's a neat 2-hour escape that sits somewhere between art appreciation and a proper sit-down with someone's creative vision. Galicia's coastal light and creative culture feel baked into the space, and it draws a mix of curious travellers and locals who aren't after the typical gallery sprint.
An 11-hour private tour from Madrid visiting three Spanish heritage towns. Start in Toledo's medieval quarter, where Muslim, Jewish and Christian communities once thrived together, guided through narrow stone lanes by a knowledgeable local. Continue to Aranjuez to explore the Royal Palace gardens, then finish in Alcalá de Henares—Cervantes' birthplace and home to a 15th-century university. Air-conditioned transport and professional guide included; monument entries and lunch are separate.
Spend 90 minutes in a tranquil indoor garden designed after a traditional Valencian huerto, learning tile-painting techniques from a local artist. You'll discover the symbolic language woven into Spanish ceramic traditions—patterns, colours, and motifs that carry centuries of regional identity—then design and paint your own tile to take home. This isn't a demonstration; you're the maker, guided through each step by someone who practises this craft daily.
When Ben from our team did this three-hour brunch crawl through Seville, we started in a tucked-away spot near the city centre eating warm churros and tostadas the way locals do—coffee in hand, no fuss. Then we walked to Triana Market, the real deal for Sevillano food culture, tasting olives, spices, jamón ibérico, and finishing at a proper tapas bar with a drink and shared plates. It's a gentle introduction to how Andalusians actually eat, not a rushed tick-box.
Trace two millennia of Valencia's evolution on foot through its medieval quarters with an art historian who knows the city's lesser-known corners and the stories behind them. This two-hour walk reveals how rulers, traders and ordinary residents shaped the streets you'll traverse, moving beyond the standard tourist trail to uncover the layers beneath this Iberian city.
Glide through Madrid's historic centre on a Segway, hitting the city's signature landmarks in 60 minutes. You'll roll past Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace and Almudena Cathedral without needing prior experience on the machine. Small groups keep things manageable at 16 riders max, so there's room to ask questions and snap photos at a sensible pace.
When Alex from our BugBitten team ran this private Boqueria Market tour, we got the insider's version of Barcelona's most storied food market. Unlike the standard gaggle-of-tourists approach, this one's led by actual culinary pros who've built relationships with stall owners over years. You move through at your own pace with a max group of six, tasting properly curated samples—jamón ibérico, fresh seafood, Catalan sweets, artisan cheese—rather than just pointing at produce. The market itself is chaotic and electric (narrow aisles, hundreds of stalls, locals doing their shopping), but the guide navigates it smartly, opening doors to the people and stories behind the counters. Two and a half hours is the sweet spot: long enough to eat and chat, short enough to slot neatly into your day.
When Jake from our team took this off-road buggy tour, we got a proper taste of Ibiza beyond the club strips and crowded beaches. You're driving your own Polaris buggy through back routes to hidden caves, secret viewpoints, and that famous 'Time & Space' sculpture most visitors miss. The two-and-a-half-hour loop keeps group sizes tight, which means you're not queuing behind twenty other buggies at photo spots. It's dusty, it's adrenaline-lite, and it genuinely shows you a quieter side of the island.
Spend a day in a Galician oak forest where you'll practise forest bathing amid waterfalls and riverside walks. The experience weaves together guided meditation, Reiki treatment, therapeutic massage, and nourishing local food into a single restorative outing. You'll travel privately to the sacred woods, move slowly through the trees, and emerge feeling genuinely reset rather than merely visited a pretty spot.
Descend into Spanish waters after dark with a guide and small crew to witness nocturnal marine behaviour. This three-hour boat dive suits divers with ten dives under their belt and welcomes beginners. You'll navigate by torchlight through an alien underwater world where creatures behave differently at night—bioluminescence flickers, sleeping fish rest in crevices, and nocturnal hunters emerge. The boat stays put; no time pressure means you can linger and absorb the quiet strangeness of the deep.
A private 3-hour guided tour of La Granja palace and its glassworks factory in Spain. Your guide meets you at the palace ticket office and leads a 2-hour exploration of the royal estate, followed by a 45-minute visit to Fabrica de Vidrio where traditional glassblowing techniques come alive. Both entrance tickets are included; you'll arrange your own transport to the meeting point.
Spend three hours painting by the Mediterranean while the sun dips toward the horizon, then sit down to four tapas and dessert made from local ingredients. A fine arts tutor walks you through layering colour onto canvas—no experience needed—and you'll take home what you've made. The session wraps around Denia's sunset times, which shift across the calendar from October through June.
A full-day private tour from Madrid to the UNESCO-listed medieval city of Cuenca and its geological wonderland, the Enchanted City. Your driver collects you from your hotel and takes you through narrow cobbled streets past the famous hanging houses perched above the Huécar ravine, then south into the Serrania de Cuenca natural park. Here you'll explore surreal rock formations sculpted by wind and water into uncanny shapes. Includes park entry, water, and return hotel drop-off.
Explore Trujillo's walled medieval quarter with a licensed local guide over two hours. This walking tour navigates the monumental plaza, fortress ruins and narrow cobbled streets whilst unpacking the town's role as birthplace of Spanish conquistadors and New World explorers. You'll hear documented tales of the legendary figures who departed from here, alongside architectural details that earned Trujillo UNESCO recognition. The included tourist passport unlocks discounts at monuments, regional restaurants and craft shops.
Spend three hours in Madrid watching Nacho prepare regional Spanish tapas and craft sangría from scratch, then eat what he's made. The menu shifts through Spain's regions—each small plate built on family recipes and seasonal produce. You'll see the sangría come together right in front of you, then taste it alongside the feast. Intimate, unpretentious, the kind of meal that sticks with you.
Explore the hilltop village of Siurana and taste wines directly at a local cellar on this four-hour private tour from Costa Daurada hotels. Travel by modern electric vehicle with included pickup and drop-off from Salou, Cambrils, or Pineda de Mar. A guide leads you through the medieval settlement's narrow lanes before heading to the cellar for a tasting of three to four regional wines. Minimum group size of three to four people required.
Take the helm of a jet ski along Spain's Murcia coastline on this 90-minute Mediterranean adventure. After a safety briefing, you'll pilot your own watercraft beyond the designated swimming zone, or opt for a leisurely dip at approved spots. The experienced guides keep things running smoothly, whether you're after speed or relaxation on the water.
A two-hour private walking tour through Valencia's medieval and Renaissance quarters, led by a dedicated guide who navigates you past the city's architectural jewels. Start at the imposing Torres de Serrano gateway, move through the intimate Plaza de la Virgen and its cathedral complex, then discover the ornamental Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas and the circular marketplace at Plaza Redonda. Conclude at the Lonja de la Seda, a Gothic silk exchange building, before reaching the energy of Mercado Central where local commerce tells its own story.
Explore Madrid's grandest monument with a dedicated guide and private driver over four hours. You'll access the Royal Palace, official seat of the Spanish monarchy, then venture through the city's landmark neighbourhoods based on your interests. Hotel collection and return included. This removes the logistics of navigating Madrid independently while giving you genuine insight into both royal history and the city's character.
A two-day freediving course in Spain that teaches you to move underwater on a single breath. You'll learn breath-hold techniques, body awareness, and the particular calm that apnea demands. The course builds from pool sessions to open water, using full diving equipment while you discover what your lungs and mind are capable of when you stop fighting the pressure.
Rent a car in Bilbao and navigate Spain's quieter northern coast over seven days, threading through the Basque Country, La Rioja wine region, and Castilian valleys. You'll drive past mountain ridges and seaside towns at your own pace, staying six nights with breakfast included. The route connects Bilbao's contemporary art scene, Logroño's bodegas, Burgos's Gothic splendour, and Santander's belle-époque waterfront—regions most international visitors skip entirely.
Spend an evening with Roberto, an Italian-Swiss chef who's worked across Paris and London before settling in Tenerife. Over three hours, you'll cook and dine together on gourmet tapas, with Roberto and his partner guiding you through their approach to food and hospitality. They treat each dinner as a special occasion, drawing on decades of experience in France and Italy to create something personal and considered.