Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.
Earn your SSI Open Water Diver certification over three days in Thailand with structured training and supervised dives. This credential opens access to dive sites worldwide. You'll progress from confined water drills to open ocean, building genuine comfort at depth through hands-on practice rather than theory alone. All equipment and certifications included.
Navigate Paris's essential landmarks in three hours via private Mini Moke, a quirky alternative to tour buses. This circuit connects the Champs-Élysées and Saint-Germain neighbourhoods, moving between postcard sights and genuine local quarters. You'll see major monuments without the walking fatigue, guided by someone who knows which corners reveal Paris as Parisians experience it, not just as visitors expect it.
When Sarah from our team did this private tour through Vienna's Kunsthistorisches Museum, she got the full art-history breakdown without the crowds. The three-hour walk tackles the museum's heavy hitters — Rembrandt, Vermeer, Caravaggio, Raphael, and ancient sculptures — but the real value isn't just ticking off famous names. The guide walks you through *why* these pieces made the cut, how artists played with our perception, and what cultural forces turned them into icons. It's for people who want to think about art, not just look at it.
Explore Madrid's grandest landmarks on this 5.5-hour guided tour pairing the Royal Palace—Europe's most expansive royal residence—with the historic streets surrounding it. Limited to 8 guests, you'll navigate the palace's ornate halls and neighbouring plazas with a knowledgeable guide, making efficient use of your time in Spain's capital without the usual crowds.
When Jake from our BugBitten team booked this 8-hour birding tour around Cape Town, he was paired with Alfie, a guide who's spent over a decade birding across Africa and knows exactly where to find both the headline species and the unexpected gems. The tour hits the city's best birding spots — whether you're chasing a specific sighting or happy to discover what shows up. Private vehicle, air-con, and someone genuinely passionate about birds beats generic group tours hands down. Suits keen twitchers and casual bird-spotters alike.
This seven-hour private boat charter departs from Amalfi and lets you set your own pace along the dramatic coastline and out to Capri. You'll navigate past towering cliffs, hidden grottos, and pastel villages clinging to the rocks, with flexibility to anchor in quiet coves for swimming or find a harborside restaurant for lunch. The skipper handles navigation while you take in the Mediterranean at your leisure—no rushing between scheduled stops.
A seven to eight-hour coastal cruise departing from the Amalfi region, calling at Capri and Positano with swimming stops in sheltered coves. You'll cruise past the dramatic Li Galli islets, guided by a skipper who knows the best snorkelling spots and anchorages. The afternoon gives you time to explore Positano's pastel-coloured streets and grab lunch at a harborside restaurant before returning. Prosecco, snorkelling gear, and beach towels included.
When Mia from our BugBitten team did this walking tour around downtown Bariloche, it was a straightforward two-hour loop hitting the region's food and drink landmarks. You'll stop at local food shops, chocolatiers, ice-creameries, and a brewery—each one serves up tastings included in the price. The vibe is relaxed and walkable, suited to anyone keen on sampling what Bariloche does well without the fuss. The tour runs at lunch or dinner, and which spots you hit can shift day to day depending on what's available.
Skip the group-tour circuit and explore Cu Chi Tunnels and central Ho Chi Minh City with a private guide over ten hours. You'll crawl through the famous tunnel network that defined the war, then swing through the city's defining landmarks—Reunification Palace, Notre Dame, the Post Office, and War Remnants Museum. Your driver collects you from your hotel, handles all entry fees, feeds you properly, and delivers you back without the minibus shuffle.
Learn to make three Italian classics—pesto, gnocchi, and tiramisù—in a 17th-century palazzo with Tiziana, a certified pesto specialist. This two-hour hands-on class covers technique from scratch, starting with the mortar-and-pestle method for authentic pesto. You'll prepare each dish, taste your work, and leave with the confidence to recreate them at home. All equipment, ingredients, prosecco, and brunch are provided.
Skip the packed vaporettos and explore Venice's lagoon islands from the deck of a sleek private yacht. This four-hour cruise takes you past San Giorgio and the storied isle of Poveglia, along the Lido's waterfront estates, through Vignole's historic orchards, and into Murano's glassmaking workshops where artisans still work at the furnace. You'll return across the lagoon at sunset with Prosecco in hand, seeing Venice from the water the way locals understand it.
Spend five hours in the Chianti Classico hills visiting two family-owned wineries where the producers themselves greet you. Your local guide drives you through the region's rolling vineyards, sharing stories of winemaking traditions and village life. Taste Chianti Classico alongside cured meats, cheese and olive oil in intimate, unhurried settings designed to feel like a friend's invitation rather than a commercial operation.
When Tom from our BugBitten team laced up snowshoes near Interlaken, the 4-hour outing felt like stepping into a quieter version of the Alps. You're guided through frosted forest and across open slopes with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau as your backdrop—the kind of scenery that makes Instagram feel redundant. The pace is steady rather than punishing, and the alpine villages tucked beneath those peaks give the walk real character. It's genuinely one of the ways to see Switzerland that doesn't involve a crowded cable car.
When Ben from our team pitched up to this Santa Fe painting workshop, he walked into a studio full of canvases and colour with zero pressure to be 'good' at it. The class pairs you with an artist-teacher who genuinely knows how to coax out ideas from people who've never held a brush for anything serious. Over two hours, you're working with supplied paint, brushes, and canvas — no experience needed, no pretentious vibes. Santa Fe itself is crawling with galleries and creatives, so this fits neatly into the city's whole artistic energy.
When Alex from our team booked this Galveston mob tour, we got the full nostalgic package: a 90-minute spin through the island's seediest chapters aboard a vintage Model-T replica electric golf cart, guided by a local Certified Tourism Ambassador. Galveston's a fascinating place — once a global port, flattened by a hurricane, then rebuilt as the South's wild playground in the Prohibition era. The tour threads through neighbourhoods that went from rubble to revival, stopping at old speakeasy haunts and casino sites. It's a decent primer on Galveston's rogues and their lasting mark on the island's character.
When Alex from our team ran this hike near Bergen, we were after a genuine Norwegian mountain experience — not a tour-bus affair. Geitanuken, a local favourite just outside the city, delivers exactly that: a moderate 3–4 hour trek through proper Nordic landscape, ending with views across Bergen and the fjords that justify the leg work. Our guide walked us through the 'friluftsliv' ethos (the Norwegian love of outdoor living), filled us in on local culture, and we finished at a family home overlooking the water with coffee and proper snacks in hand. It's the kind of outing Norwegians actually do on weekends—just with transport laid on and someone who knows the stories.
Walk a 2–3 hour stretch of Japan's historic Tokaido highway between Hakone Yumoto and Lake Ashi, combining restored cobbled sections with quiet forest trails. Skip the steepest pitches by bus and stop at a 400-year-old teahouse for traditional amasake before descending to the lake shore. A National Mountain Guide leads the way, finishing at Hakone's famous checkpoint—a fortified station that once controlled movement along this vital trade route. The half-day outing wraps by early afternoon, leaving time to catch onward transport.
When Noah from our team took this e-scooter tour around Budapest, we covered an impressive chunk of the city in four hours — from central Pest up to Heroes' Square, through Margaret Island, and across to Castle Hill. The route packs in major sights without the leg-numbing walks, and stops along the way feature local street food: chimney cake, lángos, and other Hungarian staples. Your guide is a local who knows the city's history and culture, plus has solid tips for the rest of your stay. It's a private tour, so the pace is yours.
A six-hour private walking tour through Kamakura that bends to your preferences. Visit the Great Buddha, wander the Bamboo Temple's green grove, explore samurai heritage at historic shrines, and discover the yagura cave tunnels. Your Australian guide steers you through this coastal town's temples and history at a pace that suits your group—stop early if you've had your fill, or add spots you want to see. An escape from Tokyo's sprawl into genuine quiet.
When Tom from our team ran this Athens shore excursion, it delivered exactly what a cruise-port day tour should: a solid tick-box of the big historical sites without getting bogged down. You're looking at eight hours flat—including the 30-minute drive each way from the port—hitting the Acropolis, the Ancient Agora, a neighbourhood lunch break, and the New Acropolis Museum. The mix of marble temples, changing-of-the-guard ceremony, and a modern stadium gives you a proper sense of how Athens stacks ancient power against today's city. The private vehicle and driver-guide setup means you're not herded onto a bus with 40 others, which makes a real difference when you're time-poor.
When Jake from our BugBitten team ran the Herstory Derry Tour, it was a sharp pivot from the usual city walk. Led by filmmaker and academic Anne Crilly, this hour-long tour zeroes in on the women whose stories don't make it into mainstream heritage narratives — local figures and notable visitors who shaped Derry. It's history told differently, filling gaps the standard tour guides skip over. The city itself is compact and walkable, with a mix of locals and tourists, and the focus here is deliberately on overlooked voices and contributions.
Pick up a shamisen for the first time in this relaxed Kyoto session. Rather than getting bogged down in classical technique, you'll spend an hour learning to coax actual sounds from the three-stringed instrument under a professional player's watch. No prior music experience needed, no formal dress code—just show up ready to have a go. Tea and a photo with your instrument wrap things up.
When Charlie from our team ran the Nemea wine tour, we got a proper look at how altitude shapes what grows in this Greek region — everything from crisp whites to serious reds across three wineries. The terroir here is genuinely varied; vineyards sit anywhere from 300 to 1000 metres up, which means wildly different flavour profiles in the glass. Our guide was an oenologist, so the chat wasn't just tasting notes but real production talk: barrel rooms, vintage decisions, why a vineyard's slope matters. The day runs 6–8 hours depending on where you start (Athens, Nafplio, or Nemea itself), and lunch is a solid spread of local mezze — feta pies, stuffed grape leaves, proper cheese. It's the kind of tour that works whether you're a wine enthusiast or just keen to understand how a place tastes.
When Jake from our team took this Utrecht food walk, we discovered why locals call their city the quieter sibling to Amsterdam. This isn't a snack-and-dash affair — you get a full Dutch lunch spread across roughly four hours, moving at a gentle pace through 1.5 miles of cobbled streets. A small-group setup (twelve max) means your guide actually talks to you, not at you. Two drinks are locked in, and the stops hit proper spots: award-winning fish, heritage herring, a sandwich people queue for, real cheese, dark chocolate, and a beer in a hidden church. The vibe is intimate food storytelling, not tour-bus theatre.
Spend seven hours aboard a private catamaran exploring Ibiza's finest anchorages, from the turquoise shallows of Cala Comte to Conejera Island. Your multilingual captain navigates between swimming spots and sunset bars, dropping anchor so you can snorkel, paddleboard, or simply float on the nets above crystalline water. Bring your own provisions or eat ashore at beachside restaurants; the choice is yours.
When Tom from our team booked a private photo session in Rome, we found a straightforward way to dodge the selfie-stick crowds and actually get decent shots of the city. You meet your photographer near the Colosseum—Rome's most visited corner—and spend an hour working through the area's big landmarks with someone who knows the angles. Whether you're a couple after proposal photos, a family wanting everyone in frame together, or a solo traveller who's tired of asking strangers to hold your phone, the photographer handles the posing and framing while you relax into it. You walk away with edited and unedited files.
A six to ten-hour private tour that unpicks Balinese cultural life beyond the temple gates. Your guide navigates you through sacred sites while explaining how spirituality, history, and community interweave across the island. You'll encounter the rhythms of traditional Balinese living, hear stories rooted in ancient kingdoms, and grasp how local beliefs diverge from Western perspectives. This is cultural archaeology with someone who knows the landscape intimately.
A small-group boat journey along Italy's [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre) coast, piloted by someone who knows these waters well. Over two and a half hours, you'll glide past all five villages from the sea, accessing coves and inlets unreachable by foot or ferry. Swimming stops let you cool off in the Mediterranean; snorkelling gear included. The boat keeps numbers low, so the pace stays relaxed and the atmosphere intimate rather than touristic.
When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this private tour, we experienced Iguassu Falls from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides in a single day—a proper way to understand why this place ranks among Earth's most powerful waterfalls. You're picked up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide who handles the border logistics, leaving you to focus on the sheer scale of the thing. The Argentine side gets you close enough to feel the mist; the Brazilian side shows you the full theatre of it all. Eight to ten hours up, depending on pace and how long you linger at each vantage point. It's a heavy day on the legs, but the payoff is real.
When Mia from our BugBitten team walked the Jewish Lower East Side, she traced the neighbourhood's transformation from Ellis Island arrival point to cultural powerhouse. This 2.5-hour guided tour weaves through the blocks where Eastern European Jewish immigrants built bagel bakeries, socialist movements, Hollywood dynasties, and iconic businesses that shaped modern America. The Lower East Side pulses with that particular New York energy—cramped streets, old storefronts rubbing shoulders with newer spots, and a palpable sense of layered history. You'll move at a walking pace through a well-trodden but undeniably significant part of the city.
Combine two hours of 350cc ATV riding through Ubud's villages, rainforests and rice paddies with an afternoon exploring the island's culture and craft markets. The centrepiece is a tunnel ride through Ubud's longest elephant cave—a geological quirk you won't find elsewhere. The route adapts to your interests, whether that's temple visits or hunting down artisan souvenirs. Eight to ten hours total, private transport included, lunch provided.
When Alex from our BugBitten team ran this Cardiff Doctor Who tour, we got the full picture of how the Welsh capital has doubled as everything from Victorian London to 1920s New York across two decades of the show. Over two and a half hours, we hit the Civic Centre, city centre, and Cardiff Bay—tracing 13 series worth of filming spots, key scenes, and the buildings that shaped iconic moments. It's the expanded version, so you're covering more ground and more Doctor Who than the shorter city-centre-only option. The mix of locations means decent walking and a real sense of how Cardiff's been quietly doing heavy lifting for the BBC.
Spend four hours exploring Coffin Bay National Park via 4WD, traversing sand dunes and limestone coastline to reach secluded beaches. You'll navigate tracks inaccessible to standard vehicles, wade through turquoise shallows, and scout for emus along the shoreline and around town. Small groups mean genuine access to remote spots. Spring visits offer chances to spot emu chicks. Binoculars, snacks, and hot drinks included.
When Jake from our BugBitten team ran this Capitol Reef half-day, we hit sandstone formations and red-rock canyons that barely register on the standard tourist trail — we're talking spots fewer than 1% of park visitors actually see. The SUV-based approach (roomy, windows that let you actually look out) beats the cramped jeep option, and our guide's access to restricted vehicle routes and local knowledge opens up views most day-trippers miss. The half-day window works well for a solid morning or afternoon push through one of Utah's most striking desert landscapes, with water and snacks bundled in.
When Ben from our team booked a private Badlands tour with GeoFunTrek Tours, he got the full family operation—literally. The Esposti family runs this tight ship with just three guides (Cindy, Christopher, and John), all locals with decades of geology and landscape knowledge between them. No casual seasonal staff here. The 8–9 hour day takes you deep into the Badlands' layered rock formations and hidden corners, with just your group in the vehicle. It's the kind of tour that works equally well for multigenerational families, couples, or mates after proper insight into how these dramatic South Dakota canyons actually formed.
Six-day surf and camp adventure along Australia's East Coast, combining daily lessons at premier breaks like Byron Bay and Seal Rocks with nights under canvas. Small groups of up to nine stay together, learning from qualified coaches through video analysis while camping gear and all breakfasts and dinners are provided. Suitable for first-timers and experienced surfers alike, with downtime for wildlife spotting and cultural sessions with Indigenous guides.
When Ben from our BugBitten team caught this Asakusa experience, he stepped into a proper tea house where a geisha performed classical dance to live shamisen music. It's 75 minutes of the real deal — no tourist theatre, just you, a handful of others, seasonal sweets, whisked matcha, and a chance to play an old parlour game the way locals do. The tea house sits in Asakusa, Tokyo's older quarter, where narrow streets still feel a world away from the neon and crowds. You're there for the performance itself, the ritual of it, and the chance to see geisha as working artists rather than photo props.
A nine-to-eleven-hour private tour hitting Bali's headline temples and landscapes. Start at Tanah Lot, the clifftop Hindu sanctuary ringed by sea rocks, then drive inland to the terraced rice fields of Jatiluwih (a UNESCO-listed expanse). Mid-tour you'll trek through dense jungle to Banyumala waterfall, then finish at Ulun Danu Beratan, the island's most-photographed lakeside temple. Your own driver narrates throughout; lunch and all park fees are covered.
When Noah from our BugBitten team hiked this route near Tobermory, we got the proper lowdown on what hill farming looks like in the Hebrides. A passionate local farmer leads you across rough moorland for 90 minutes, introducing you to Highland ponies (a bit wild) and genuinely friendly Shetland sheep. The landscape shifts with weather and season — spring wildflowers, golden autumn bracken, winter's raw challenge — so expect anything from stunning to muddy to shrouded in mist. You'll clock real farming life here, not a sanitised version.
Spend two hours wandering Yalumba's grounds in Eden Valley, tracing the winery's family legacy through its heritage buildings. Your guide walks you through decades of winemaking tradition before settling in for tastings of their benchmark releases, paired with seasonal local cheeses and charcuterie. A quiet, intimate way to understand what makes this South Australian producer tick.