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Private Tour : Erawan Waterfall and Bridge over the River Kwai

★ 5.0 (30)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Thailand

Private Tour : Erawan Waterfall and Bridge over the River Kwai

A full-day private excursion from [Bangkok](/places/bangkok) to Kanchanaburi, visiting three significant sites across 10–11 hours. You'll see the cascading Erawan Waterfall with its emerald pools, walk across the historic Bridge over the River Kwai, and pay respects at the War Cemetery. Your own guide steers the day; transport, entry fees and refreshments are sorted. Depart early morning, return by evening.

10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $231

Hidden Paris and Wine Class : A Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (30)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Hidden Paris and Wine Class : A Walking Tour

Wander through Paris's oldest quarters while sampling wine at neighbourhood bars in this three-hour blend of history and tasting. You'll explore hidden corners of the Marais and Île Saint-Louis with a local guide, sipping champagne, natural wine, and French reds whilst learning the stories behind each neighbourhood. Small groups keep things intimate, and paired snacks complement the four glasses you'll taste along the way.

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.

5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome

When Jake from our team tackled this five-day Yosemite backpacking loop, he found himself genuinely in the thick of it—high alpine lakes, two major summits, and the famous Mist Trail all strung together across some of the most dramatic country in the park. You're looking at Cathedral Lakes first night, then a push up Cathedral Pass to Sunrise Lakes, bagging Clouds Rest (9,926m) for sweeping valley views before the final push to Half Dome's cables and down the waterfall-lined descent. It's a strenuous five days pitched squarely at experienced hikers in solid condition, and the scenery justifies every blister.

Florence Walking Tour: Renaissance, History and Interactive Quiz

A two-hour guided walk through [Florence](/places/florence)'s backstreets and lesser-known corners, led by a local who trades in anecdotes and forgotten history. The twist: you'll compete against other travellers in live quizzes about Renaissance monuments and local lore, with the winner earning a meal at an authentic Florentine trattoria. Pay-what-you-think pricing means you decide the guide's tip based on how much you valued the experience.

Lyon: Private dining experience through 3 restaurants

Skip the single-restaurant trap and eat your way through Lyon's best-kept neighbourhood bistros on this 2.5-hour crawl. Your local guide steers you between three carefully chosen establishments, each serving one course of a multi-venue meal tailored to the season and your tastes. Between bites, you'll wander the Peninsula's quieter streets whilst your guide unpacks the city's stories—part food tour, part living history lesson.

Private Capitol Reef Half Day Temple of the Sun and Moon

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.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $353

Private Tour of the Badlands with Local Experts

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Private Tour of the Badlands with Local Experts

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.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $600

★ 5.0 (30)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Indonesia

Mt Batur Jeep Sunrise Tour

Swap the hiking boots for a 4x4 jeep on this eight-hour Bali adventure, bouncing up Mount Batur's volcanic slopes to catch sunrise from the summit. You'll barrel through rough terrain in an air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide, arriving at the rim as the sky bleeds orange and pink over the caldera and lake below. Breakfast and all entry fees are sorted; it's a quicker, noisier alternative to the traditional trek.

Private Teen + Young Adult Second-Hand Shopping in New York City

When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this private second-hand shopping tour through Manhattan, she got a guided spin through up to four vintage and pre-loved shops over 2.5 to 3 hours. The vibe is genuinely local — your guide picks pieces they reckon you'll dig, and you've got time to try stuff on without the usual thrift-shop chaos. You're walking about 1.5 miles across the city, hitting spots where teens and young adults actually shop for trends that won't bust the budget. It's a private booking, so it's just your crew, and you finish with an online map of 70+ other stores to keep hunting like a New Yorker.

2h 30m – 3 hoursfrom AUD $138

★ 5.0 (30)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Australia

Australian Surfing and Camping Tours

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.

Coffin Bay National Park Half-day 4WD Tour

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.

Yalumba Unlocked

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.

2 hoursfrom AUD $120

Post Cruise Private Tour from Civitavecchia to Rome visit All Major Attractions

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Post Cruise Private Tour from Civitavecchia to Rome visit All Major Attractions

Disembark at Civitavecchia and head straight to Rome's heart with your own driver. This five-hour private tour covers the city's legendary monuments—[Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Pantheon and beyond—with flexibility to shape your route based on what matters most to you. Your driver collects you at the port, handles the 90-minute drive, then drops you at your Rome hotel or onward transport.

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.

Ultimate Ketchikan Salmon and Halibut Fishing Adventure

When Em from our team booked this 5-hour combo fishing trip out of Ketchikan, we were after both halibut and salmon in one hit. You're heading into properly productive waters where these fish actually show up — the captain knows where they bite and how to find them. The boat's small enough to feel nimble but built for open water, and the vibe is practical rather than flash: gear's sorted, bait's loaded, and you're on the water fast. It's the kind of thing that works whether you've reeled in before or this is your first time holding a rod in salt water.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1271

★ 5.0 (30)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Switzerland

Scenic E Bike Tour Interlaken

When Sarah from our team did this e-bike loop around Interlaken, we found it struck a solid balance between gentle pedalling and proper Alpine scenery. The 2.5-hour ride threads past glacier-fed lakes, quiet river flats, and small chalets that look like they've been there for centuries. You're rolling through the kind of landscape that makes you understand why the Swiss tourism board gets away with charging what it does. It's busy in summer—you'll see other tour groups and day-trippers—but the e-motor takes the sting out of any climbs, which means you can actually enjoy the views instead of gasping for air.

2h 30mfrom AUD $216

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Viet Nam Package Tours 7 Days 6 Nights

A week-long sweep through Vietnam's highlights, covering Hanoi, Da Nang, and a night aboard a [Ha Long Bay](/places/ha-long-bay) junk. Six nights split between three-star hotels and a floating berth, with all meals included from arrival to departure. You'll navigate colonial architecture, coastal towns, and limestone karsts without worrying about where your next feed comes from. Minimum two people to book.

SSI Open Water Diver

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.

Mount Etna Sunset with sicilian tasting

Climb Europe's most active volcano with a local guide, navigating lava caves and high-altitude ridges before sunset. This 5.5-hour Sicilian experience starts with tastings of volcanic-region produce on an organic farm, then ascends through otherworldly terrain where solidified lava flows and ancient craters dominate the landscape. You'll reach roughly 2,000 metres, explore subsurface caverns lit by torchlight, and watch light change across the slopes as the day ends. The drive, hike, and farm visit combine geology, local food culture and raw mountain drama.

Buddha, Bamboo & Zen - Bespoke Kamakura Private Walking Tours

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.

PRIVATE My Son Holy Land Tour: Adventure on Vespa or Motorbike

Ride pillion on a vintage Vespa or automatic scooter through Hoi An's countryside for five hours, stopping at a working terracotta workshop where artisans shape clay by the Thu Bon River, then exploring My Son's brick-built Hindu temples before tucking into a bowl of regional Quang noodles. Your English-speaking driver handles the bike while you take in rice paddies, water buffalo, and village life from the back seat.

5 hoursfrom AUD $107

Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Greece

Athens Historical Private Full Day Tour by Luxury Van

When Tom from our BugBitten team booked this private van tour, we got a comfortable eight-to-nine-hour spin through Athens' heavyweight historical sites—the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Temple of Zeus, and beyond. You're rolling in an air-conditioned luxury van with WiFi and USB chargers, which beats the alternative of sweating on a crowded bus. The driver knows the city and the route, though they won't be your licensed guide once you step into the actual archaeological sites. Athens itself is intense, chaotic, and utterly compelling—a sprawl of ancient rubble nestled against modern apartment blocks, packed with tourists and locals alike.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $985

Private Iguassu Falls Tour on Both Sides

★ 5.0 (30)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Argentina

Private Iguassu Falls Tour on Both Sides

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.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $127

★ 5.0 (30)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

The ancient aqueducts of Rome

Walk the remnants of Rome's ancient aqueduct system on a 2-hour guided tour that reads the landscape like an archaeologist. You'll trace how these monumental water channels shaped Roman life, then discover their afterlife—repurposed as stone quarries, burial grounds, and today, mushroom farms. The tour reveals infrastructure often overlooked by standard sightseeing, connecting engineering ambition to the daily existence of those who built and maintained these systems.

Uncommon Venice: Hidden Gems, Rooftop & Prosecco

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this 2.5-hour tour, it nailed what we look for: actual Venetians going about their day, not crowds. The route threads through neighbourhood squares and family workshops—the kind of spots you'd miss on your own—before landing on a private palace rooftop where the Grand Canal spreads below you over a proper glass of prosecco. It's small-group stuff (max 10 people), which meant the guide could actually talk to us rather than herd us. Venice's a mad scramble usually; this one sidesteps most of it.

2h 30mfrom AUD $142

Athens Highlights Shore Excursion Full Day Private Tour

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Greece

Athens Highlights Shore Excursion Full Day Private Tour

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.

8 hoursfrom AUD $267

Its Always Sunny Shared Walking Tour of South Philly

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Its Always Sunny Shared Walking Tour of South Philly

When Alex from our BugBitten team did this walking tour, we found ourselves tracing the actual streets where It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia was filmed — South Street, the Italian Market, the row houses where the Gang hangs out. It's a two-hour shared walk through South Philly that weaves genuine neighbourhood history with show trivia, so you're not just spotting filming locations. The tour pulls together the real grit of the neighbourhood with the fictional chaos of the show, and it draws a fun mix of TV fans and curious locals. The area's got genuine character: working Italian delis, vintage shops, narrow streets that feel authentically lived-in rather than polished.

Jackson 4-Day and 3-Night Grand Teton and Yellowstone Winter Tour

When Jake from our team ran this 4-day winter loop through Grand Teton and Yellowstone, it felt like stepping into a proper wildlife documentary—except you're warm in a snowcoach watching elk herds and wolves from a distance. The tour strings together heated vehicle safaris, a horse-drawn sleigh ride across the National Elk Refuge, and a snowcoach push into Yellowstone to catch Old Faithful and steaming hydrothermal basins. Winter here is quieter and colder than summer chaos, with fewer tourists and better wildlife-spotting odds. Expect three nights based in Jackson, early starts, and plenty of glassing for bison, moose, bighorn sheep, and if you're lucky, wolves.

Chinatown Uncovered: Las Vegas Food Favorites & Hidden Gems

When Tom from our BugBitten team ran this Chinatown tour in Las Vegas, it wasn't just another food crawl—it was a proper neighbourhood walk with stories attached. You'll hit five carefully chosen spots in one of Vegas's liveliest dining pockets, just minutes off the Strip, learning how the area became a culinary drawcard along the way. The three-hour loop stays intimate with small groups, so there's room to chat with the guide about what you're eating and why the locals care. Come genuinely hungry.

Private Walking Tour: Jewish Lower East Side

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.

Sedona Sacred Canyons Loop Hike With a Private Guide

When Em from our team tackled the Sedona Sacred Canyons Loop, what struck us was how thoroughly the outfit handles the details. You get a private guide who shapes the hike to your pace and interests—no cramming 20 people into a canyon. The red rock landscape around Sedona is genuinely arresting: towering formations, dusty trails, the works. Four hours covers a solid chunk of country without grinding you down. Gear's provided (packs, trekking poles, sun hoods), snacks are decent trail food, and they kit you out for weather swings. It's the kind of experience where you're not wrestling with logistics—just walking.

Bali Culture and Temple Tour

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.

6 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $92

Western Lofoten: Winter Hike / Snowshoe Hiking Adventure

★ 5.0 (30)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Norway

Western Lofoten: Winter Hike / Snowshoe Hiking Adventure

When Noah from our BugBitten team tackled Ryten in Norway's Lofoten Islands, we found a proper winter adventure that delivers on the scenery without demanding mountaineering skills. The 5–6 hour snowshoe hike climbs 500-plus metres to 543m, threading steep pockets and gentler slopes through Lofotodden National Park near Fredvang. Views sweep across Kvalvika Beach and the jagged peaks of Moskenes and Flakstad — the kind of landscape that stops you mid-stride. It's a solid workout, but beginners who've trained a bit and respect the cold can manage it. Crowds thin out in winter, and the quiet is part of the appeal.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $368

★ 5.0 (30)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Boat tour along the Amalfi Coast

Six-hour boat journey tracing the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s dramatic shoreline, passing vertical cliffs and village-dotted bays. You'll anchor for swimming and snorkelling in clear water, with prosecco, beer, water and light snacks onboard. The skipper navigates whilst you lounge on deck or dive beneath the surface—no rushing, no crowds, just the coast revealing itself gradually from the water.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1649

Jeju East Small-Group(Max 12) Bestseller Tour- From Seogwipo

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

South Korea

Jeju East Small-Group(Max 12) Bestseller Tour- From Seogwipo

When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this Jeju East loop from Seogwipo, we found a proper small-group operation that actually keeps things intimate—max 12 people, averaging 8. Fabio's been guiding this island since 2014, and it shows. The 9.5-hour itinerary hits Manjanggul Cave (which most tours skip), Sunrise Peak, and the haenyeo (women divers) performance if weather plays ball. You'll get picked up from either old or new Seogwipo town, driven in a van or minibus, and shepherded through some of Jeju's less-trampled corners. English-only groups mean no language chaos in the vehicle. It's the kind of tour that works because the operator knows the rhythm of the island and isn't trying to cram 40 people into every photo stop.

Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri (Half Day)

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.

4 hoursfrom AUD $157

Private Nashville City Tour up to 7 Guests History Hidden Gems

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Private Nashville City Tour up to 7 Guests History Hidden Gems

When Ben from our BugBitten team ran this Nashville private tour, we found it a solid way to get the lay of the land without fighting downtown crowds. You're rolling through Music City in a black Ford Expedition Max with up to six other people, stopping wherever you fancy for photos or a proper look around. Over two hours, your guide walks you through 250-odd years of Nashville history — the country music roots, the Grand Ole Opry's place in it all, and the characters who've shaped the place. It's a private ride with creature comforts (WiFi, aircon, sunroof views), and pacing is entirely on you.

Hanoi Vespa Food Tours Led By Women

A four-hour evening Vespa tour through Hanoi's back streets and main thoroughfares, stopping at neighbourhood restaurants and street stalls where women drivers share their favourite dishes and eating spots. You'll taste pho, bánh mì, and seasonal specialities while navigating the city's traffic and alleyways at night, discovering how locals actually eat rather than where guidebooks direct tourists.

4 hoursfrom AUD $98

Rome Private Photoshoot Tour (Car & Walking) Night & Day

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome Private Photoshoot Tour (Car & Walking) Night & Day

A 3-hour guided photoshoot through Rome's centre led by Marco Bulgarelli, a 20-year veteran photographer who's won awards for his vacation work. You'll explore iconic landmarks and tucked-away local spots by car and on foot, with Marco capturing candid moments across riverside walks, narrow lanes, and piazzas. He'll shoot in a fashion and art style, keeping things natural while sharing stories about the places you visit. You'll receive roughly 100 raw images plus 20 professionally edited prints ready to share or frame.

3 hoursfrom AUD $260

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