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Hoi An to Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge by private car

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Hoi An to Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge by private car

Your driver collects you from central Hoi An and whisks you up to Ba Na Hills, arriving within an hour. Spend the day exploring at your own rhythm: wander the Golden Bridge with its colossal stone hands framing mountain vistas, stroll the mock-European village with its period architecture and manicured grounds, spin through Fantasy Park's indoor attractions, or find quiet in the flower gardens and hilltop pagoda. Return to your hotel whenever suits you, with air-conditioned comfort both ways.

Discover Scuba Diving in the Bay Submerged Park

Strap on a tank and descend into Baia's submerged Roman ruins—a 3-hour guided dive through statues, mosaics and thermal baths now claimed by the Mediterranean. An instructor stays with you throughout, walking you through this drowned city off Italy's Campania coast. You'll surface with a PADI-recognised certificate, post-dive refreshments and the strange thrill of having breathed amongst 2,000-year-old architecture.

Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg

When Lily from our BugBitten team booked this five-hour tour from Johannesburg, she arrived at a working elephant sanctuary expecting the usual tourist parade — and found something quieter. You're collected from your hotel, driven through to an open reserve where a small herd roams properly, not in tight enclosures. The guide walks you through the animals' individual stories and the conservation work keeping them here, then spends a good chunk of time just watching them interact: trunk-wrestling, dust-bathing, the real stuff. It's part education, part sanctuary visit, and genuinely low-pressure.

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.

4 daysfrom AUD $2951

Tanah Lot And Ubud - Full Day Private Tour

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Indonesia

Tanah Lot And Ubud - Full Day Private Tour

This eight to ten-hour private tour covers Bali's most recognisable landmarks, starting from your hotel. You'll visit the clifftop [Tanah Lot temple](/places/tanah-lot-temple) and its neighbour Batu Bolong, then head inland to the Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud for close encounters with resident macaques. The route concludes at Tegallalang's emerald rice terraces, where you can pause for lunch whilst overlooking tiered paddies. An air-conditioned vehicle and knowledgeable English-speaking driver handle logistics throughout.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $84

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

5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome

★ 5.0 (30)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

United States

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.

Asakusa Geisha Performance and Tea House Experience

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.

1h 15mfrom AUD $169

Paris 2-Hour Eiffel Tower Walking Tour with Professional Photo Shoot

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Paris 2-Hour Eiffel Tower Walking Tour with Professional Photo Shoot

Spend two hours around the [Eiffel Tower](/places/eiffel-tower) with a professional photographer who'll capture 300 polished images of you exploring the area. Rather than fumbling with selfies, you'll walk the neighbourhood whilst Ari directs you through different angles and backdrops. Every shot gets retouched for exposure, colour and sharpness, then delivered within 24 hours—ready to print or share. The real draw is Ari's ease: fluent in English and French, patient, funny, and genuinely invested in making the session feel natural rather than stiff.

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

★ 5.0 (30)

🛍 Shopping & Markets

United States

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

Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience

Spend eight hours touring three working estates in Victoria's Yarra Valley, tasting wines at each stop and tucking into a two-course lunch paired with a glass of your choice. The valley's winemaking heritage unfolds through a guide's commentary as you move between vineyards in an air-conditioned coach. Round out the afternoon at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery before heading back to Richmond, just outside [Melbourne](/places/melbourne).

Banff: Twilight Wildlife-Alpine Lakes: Special Sunset Safari Tour

When Alex from our team ran this three-hour sunset safari through Banff National Park, we found a genuinely flexible way to chase wildlife and alpine scenery without the rigid itinerary feel. The tour runs small groups — anywhere from one to three parties — which meant our driver could pivot on the fly to follow animal sightings or pause at unplanned viewpoints. We wound through the Rocky Mountains hitting multiple lakes, hoodoos, and falls, timed to catch that golden-hour light. It's the kind of tour that works equally well for families wanting a stress-free afternoon or friends after a proper outdoor hit without committing to a full-day hike.

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.

With Tiziana Cooking Class for Pesto , Gnocchi and Tiramisù

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.

Street Food by Walking Tour for 3 hours in Hanoi, Vietnam

Taste your way through Hanoi's Old Quarter on foot with a local guide and small group (max 9 people). This three-hour walking tour samples authentic street food at neighbourhood stalls and modest eateries where locals actually eat. You'll discover the layered flavours of Vietnamese cuisine spanning over a thousand years of culinary tradition, moving between vendors and learning the stories behind dishes most visitors miss. Water and all tastings included.

Ba Na hills to Hoi An 1 way by private car or vice versa

Private car transfer between Ba Na Hills and Hoi An city centre, taking roughly 45 minutes each way. Choose your direction—arrive at Ba Na's mountain retreat or Hoi An's old town with luggage sorted and door-to-door convenience. Your driver handles the winding roads while you watch the Da Nang coastline and forested ridges shift in the windows. Works as a standalone transfer or bookend to your time exploring either destination.

45 minfrom AUD $35

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

Sorrento Cooking School Cook as Locals with seaview Hands on 100%

★ 5.0 (30)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Sorrento Cooking School Cook as Locals with seaview Hands on 100%

Spend four and a half hours in a Sorrento kitchen overlooking the coast, learning to make gnocchi, pizza, aubergine parmigiana and desserts alongside passionate local chefs. You'll work with seasonal ingredients sourced nearby, master traditional Italian techniques, then sit down to eat everything you've cooked. The class includes a pizza demonstration, lemon marmalade prep, local wine, and transport to and from your accommodation.

4h 30mfrom AUD $225

Full Day Queenstown & Southern Lakes Private Photography Tour

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

New Zealand

Full Day Queenstown & Southern Lakes Private Photography Tour

When Lily from our BugBitten team ran this full-day private photography tour around Queenstown and the Southern Lakes, she spent 8–9 hours chasing light across some genuinely stunning terrain. You'll hit the postcard-famous spots—think Lake Wakatipu vistas and mountain ridges—but also the quieter pockets a local photographer actually knows. The guide is a landscape photographer themselves, so it's not just a van ride with stops; you're learning how to frame a shot while the weather keeps doing what this region does best: shift moods every hour. Small group or solo, flexible route, and they pick you up from your hotel.

Private Tour of North Cornwall for Breathtakingly Rugged Coast

When Noah from our BugBitten team booked this private North Cornwall tour, he got the full local lowdown from a former teacher who actually lives here. Eight and a half hours winding through rugged coastline, quiet harbours, and centuries-old stone villages—the kind of places that shape how Cornish people see themselves. You'll walk stretches of the South West Coast Path if you fancy it, duck into monasteries, hear proper folklore, and finish with a photo montage and Cornish gifts to take home. It's a proper day out, not a rushed tick-box.

Private Charleston Harbor Catamaran Sail

When Lily from our team booked this private catamaran sail on Charleston Harbor, we got the full run with captain Todd and his wife Kathy at the helm. The Leopard 40's open-plan layout—floor-to-ceiling glass doors, dual deck access, stable catamaran hull—meant we could move freely and actually spot the dolphins cruising past without squinting through cabin windows. The 2.5-hour loop feels unhurried; you're watching the water, not checking your watch. Charleston's harbor has that low-country charm: marsh grass, historic waterfront, enough quiet corners to feel like you've slipped away from the downtown bustle.

2 Hours Private Boat Tour Isola Bella Taormina Giardini Naxos

Charter a private boat for two hours exploring the Sicilian coast between Taormina and Giardini Naxos. Your group of up to eight glides past dramatic cliffsides, hidden grottoes and Isola Bella whilst swimming in secluded coves. The crew supplies fresh fruit, prosecco and almond paste between stops, or you can extend the outing with a full lunch service aboard. Perfect for celebrating with friends or family on the Ionian Sea.

HCM city Chinatown Landscape, Beliefs & ghost tour by scooter

Navigate Saigon's sprawling Chinatown by scooter with a local guide who unpacks the neighbourhood's Chinese-Vietnamese heritage, street markets, and spiritual customs. This 2–4 hour ride also ventures into the city's belief systems and ghostlore, revealing how locals honour ancestors and navigate the supernatural. Hotel pickup included; choose between guided immersion or driver-only budget option.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $23

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Indonesia

Private Tour in Nusa Penida West Island

A nine-hour private tour exploring Nusa Penida's dramatic western coastline, departing from your Bali hotel with a local guide and speedboat crossing from Sanur. You'll visit four signature spots—Kelingking Beach's towering cliff formations, Crystal Bay's turquoise waters, Angel Billabong's natural infinity pool, and Broken Beach's collapsed crater rim—with lunch and all transport included.

Snowshoe Adventure in the Swiss Alps

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.

5 Days 4 Nights Ha Giang Cao Bang Ban Gioc - Free Drom 1N before

Explore the remote borderlands of northeastern Vietnam across five days, based from Cao Bang. You'll navigate mountain trails to Ban Gioc Waterfall, spelunk through Nguom Ngao Cave, and visit Tay Stone Village whilst learning from Tay, Nung, Dao and H'Mong communities. The region forms part of Cao Bang Global Geopark, a UNESCO site of geological significance. Off-road routes connect villages and reveal landscapes shaped by limestone karst formations. A complimentary night's lodging precedes the main itinerary.

5 daysfrom AUD $597

Authentic Vietnam And Cambodia 14-Days - From Hanoi to Siem Reap

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Authentic Vietnam And Cambodia 14-Days - From Hanoi to Siem Reap

A 14-day loop through Vietnam and Cambodia taking in both countries' landmark sites. You'll start in Hanoi, traverse south through Halong Bay, Hue, and Hoi An, fly to Ho Chi Minh City for the Mekong Delta and Cu Chi tunnels, cross into Cambodia via Phnom Penh, and finish at Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap. All domestic flights, ground transport, meals, and entrance fees included; guide support available round-the-clock.

14 daysfrom AUD $4061

★ 5.0 (30)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Argentina

Bariloche Flavours Tasting Walking Tour

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.

Birdwatching in Cape Town

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.

8 hoursfrom AUD $179

Private 3 - Hour Must-See Paris Tour by Golf Cart Mini Moke

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Private 3 - Hour Must-See Paris Tour by Golf Cart Mini Moke

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.

Salsa and Bachata Class in El Retiro park

Learn salsa and bachata steps in Madrid's El Retiro Park during a 75-minute outdoor class. No dance experience needed—the instructor breaks down both rhythms from scratch, and you'll pick up the basic moves whilst surrounded by manicured gardens and historic architecture. Bottled water is provided. It's a straightforward way to engage with Spanish culture, meet other learners, and get moving in one of the city's most recognisable green spaces.

Cape Town City Tour

When Sarah from our team ran the Cape Town City Tour, we got a solid primer on how the city's layered history—from colonial roots through the struggle for freedom to today—actually shapes the place. It's a blend of heritage sites (the Slave Lodge, St George's Cathedral where Desmond Tutu is buried), the characterful Bokaap with its candy-coloured houses, a browse through Green Market Square's craft stalls, and a scenic drive past the Camps Bay beachfront. The Long Walk to Freedom bronze sculpture museum anchors the political narrative. Half and full-day options let you dial the pace; we'd suggest the full day to avoid feeling rushed through such dense material.

4 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $191

Moraine Lake Banff Tour - Small Group | More Time | Great Snacks

★ 5.0 (30)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Canada

Moraine Lake Banff Tour - Small Group | More Time | Great Snacks

When Alex from our BugBitten team booked this Moraine Lake tour, we were after something less cattle-truck, more considered. Stone & Sky's small-group approach actually delivers: you're in an air-conditioned cruiser with proper gear stowage (not a backpack Tetris situation), genuine local guides who know the parks, and enough stops to see more than just the postcard lakes. Eight to ten hours from Calgary, Cochrane, Canmore, or Banff itself, the outfit handles the logistics cleanly—easy pickups, free parking, live tracking—leaving you to focus on the Rockies rather than logistics stress.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $154

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Small Group Cinque Terre Boat Tour with Swim and Local Skipper

★ 5.0 (30)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Small Group Cinque Terre Boat Tour with Swim and Local Skipper

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.

2h 30mfrom AUD $208

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