Hand-picked tours, curated by travellers

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.

Beatlemania! Ultimate Beatles Private Liverpool Tour

When Noah from our BugBitten team did this three-and-a-half-hour Beatles tour, it was a properly guided trawl through Liverpool's music history — the kind where a guide who actually knows the story walks you past the real places that mattered. The city's Beatles geography is scattered and layered, and this tour threads it together: the streets where the lads grew up, the clubs they played, the houses and corners that shaped their sound. You're driven between stops in an air-conditioned vehicle, so it's manageable even on a grey Merseyside day. Fair dinkum for die-hard fans and Beatles-curious travellers alike.

Private Buckingham Palace Royal Walk & Champagne at Harrods

When Charlie from our BugBitten team did this private walk, we traced London's royal heartland with a guide who actually knows their stuff about palaces and the people who've lived in them. Starting in St James's neighbourhood—packed with centuries of royal scandal and gossip—we skirted St James Palace (where King Charles III was proclaimed), clocked Buckingham Palace and Clarence House from the street, then wrapped up at Harrods with a glass of Moët in hand and canapés on a plate. The whole thing takes about two hours, feels properly curated, and reads less like tourism and more like a mate who happens to know everyone's dirty laundry showing you around.

British Museum Highlights Private Guided Tour

When Sarah from our team ran the British Museum Highlights tour, we clocked a tight but punchy hour threading through one of the world's most jaw-dropping collections. You're guided past Egyptian mummies and the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon Marbles, Viking artefacts, and even the chess set from Harry Potter's wizarding world. London's central and packed, but a private guide means you skip the crowds milling around each display and actually hear the stories — especially the messy colonial history wrapped up in pieces like the Marbles. It's a sprint, not a stroll, but that's the trade-off for hitting the real heavy hitters in 60 minutes.

1 hourfrom AUD $193

Welcome to London Private Sightseeing Tour

United Kingdom

Welcome to London Private Sightseeing Tour

When Lily from our BugBitten team booked this private London cab tour, she got the classic experience — a four-hour spin through the capital in an actual black cab with a driver who doubles as your guide. You'll roll past the major landmarks (Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace), hop out at a few stops for proper photo angles and historical context, then cruise on to the next. The guide keeps a running commentary going the whole time, which beats sitting silent on a packed tour bus. It's London at a gentle pace, best suited to first-timers who want the lay of the land without museum queues.

Lancaster Spirits Co Discovery Tour and Tasting Experience

When Alex from our team ran the Lancaster Spirits Co Discovery Tour, we found ourselves in a working distillery that's doing something a bit different — making single malt whisky in a place better known for gin. The one-hour experience walks you through the whole operation (brewing, distilling, maturing, bottling) on a single site, which is rare. You start with a Firecracker G&T on arrival, then taste your way through their gin and vodka range before finishing with samples of single malt drawn fresh from the cask. It's pitched at both seasoned whisky heads and total newcomers, and Lancaster's the first to produce single malt here, so there's genuine novelty in the mix.

1 hourfrom AUD $42

United Kingdom

Beatles Fab 4 London Taxi Tour

When Alex from our BugBitten team did this 4-hour Beatles taxi tour, we cruised through London hitting the major sites where John, Paul, George and Ringo actually lived, worked and hung out. You're riding in a proper London cab with a licensed driver who doubles as a guide, soundtrack playing the whole way — think Abbey Road Studios, the Apple building, John and Yoko's flat, Paul's house and a bunch of lesser-known Beatle landmarks. It's a straightforward nostalgia trip through sixties London without getting out of the vehicle much, and it includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1004

The Changing of the Guard - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $207

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

The Changing of the Guard - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

When Lily from our team booked this exclusive guided walk, we got a private guide to navigate the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace without fighting through tourist hordes. It's a crisp 2-hour tour through central London timed to catch one of Britain's most recognisable ceremonial events — scarlet tunics, polished boots, the lot. You'll learn the history and get positioned for solid photos while the guide handles the logistics. Available Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday mornings, this is peak British pageantry, though weather can scupper the whole thing with little warning.

Private Airport Transfer from Bromley to Heathrow Airport

When Alex from our BugBitten team booked a private transfer from Bromley to Heathrow, we got a straightforward door-to-door run with no surprises on the bill. The outfit runs a fleet that scales from solo travellers to groups of seven-plus, and they've clearly trained their drivers to keep things relaxed and efficient. It's the kind of service that works when you just need reliable wheels to the airport without faffing about — roughly an hour to 90 minutes depending on traffic, luggage help included, and they'll track your flight so they know if you're running late.

Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Treviso

🍜 Food & Cooking

Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Treviso

Roll fresh pasta by hand and master two classic shapes, then cap off the afternoon with tiramisu in a Treviso home kitchen. This three-hour class with a local Cesarina—part of Italy's network of home cooks—keeps numbers intimate at twelve maximum. You'll taste what you make, sip prosecco on arrival, and leave with genuine techniques, not restaurant theatre. It's cooking as locals do it, not performance art.

3H Private Cruise Lake Como Tender yacht Invictus 6 pax

Cruise Lake Como aboard the Invictus, a sleek 9.15-metre tender yacht built from wood and leather with space for six. Your captain Luca navigates the lake's most celebrated villas and hidden coves over three hours, narrating the region's stories in Italian, English or French. The boat features a full galley, entertainment system, and sheltered bow and stern—ideal for soaking in the Alpine views with prosecco in hand.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1832

🛕 Culture & History

Germany

Private City Leipzig Tour

When Tom from our BugBitten team ran this private walking tour through Leipzig's Old Town, we got the full picture of a city that's quietly brilliant. Over two hours and fifteen minutes, a local guide steered us through cobblestone lanes and tucked-away courtyards, threading together medieval bones, Bach's footprint, and the 1989 peaceful protests that helped topple the Wall. The tour flexes to what you're keen on—whether that's deep-diving into music history, soaking up Renaissance facades, or Cold War stories. Leipzig's the kind of place where culture runs thick through the streets, and this one lets you actually absorb it rather than tick boxes.

2h 15mfrom AUD $260

Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Afternoon Tour Half day From Banff

Canada

Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Afternoon Tour Half day From Banff

When Mia from our BugBitten team did the afternoon run to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, we found ourselves in one of Canada's most photographed corners — and the hype is justified. Based out of Banff, this half-day tour whisks you through Banff National Park in a small group with a local guide who actually knows where the light hits best and which wildlife spots to watch. Five-and-a-half hours covers the drive, multiple lake stops, and time to soak in the turquoise water and jagged peaks. It's the kind of outing that works equally well for families wanting a gentler pace, keen photographers chasing angles, and anyone after proper mountain air without committing to a full-day trek.

2 dives at coral reefs, Half day for certified divers

When Sarah from our team booked this half-day dive trip in Nai Yang, we found a solid option for certified divers wanting to squeeze reef time into a busy Thailand itinerary. You're up at 9am, back by 1pm, with two dives at protected sites within Sirinat National Park. It's pitched at families and holiday makers who want the reef without eating up the whole day—and the shallow, sheltered spots mean even newer divers feel comfortable. The marine life is genuine: corals, turtles, good fish variety. You get kit, guide, park fees, water and snacks bundled in.

Guided ATV Tour in Calabogie with Lunch

When Tom from our team did this guided ATV tour near Calabogie, we spent three hours tearing through Canadian bush with a local guide steering the route. The area is proper wilderness—quiet lakes, mountain views popping up around bends, and genuine chances to spot deer, rabbits, turtles, and birds if you're patient. You're driving your own machine (ATV, UTV, or snowmobile depending on season), which means it's you in control, not watching from a passenger seat. Lunch is thrown in, and the outfit handles all the logistics so you just show up and ride.

3 hoursfrom AUD $394

Private Tour of Nafplio, Mycenae, Epidaurus & Isthmus Canal From Athens

4 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $845

Private Tour of Nafplio, Mycenae, Epidaurus & Isthmus Canal From Athens

When Charlie from our team ran this nine-hour private tour, we saw why the Peloponnese is worth the Athens day trip. You're driven in a comfortable vehicle to four distinct stops: the Corinth Canal (a 19th-century feat of engineering where you can grab coffee and watch cargo ships squeeze through), Mycenae (Bronze Age fortress and UNESCO site tied to the Trojan wars), the theatre at Epidaurus (ancient acoustics genuinely work), and the seaside town of Nafplio with its Venetian charm. It's a lot of ground, but the private setup means no coach-load shuffling and you move at your own pace.

Snowscapes Zermatt-Elevate your Skiing Experience

When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this guided ski day in Zermatt, it was exactly what a personalised mountain experience should be. You get paired with a certified guide who tailors the route and pace to your ability—whether that's perfecting technique, building confidence, or exploring the wider terrain. Zermatt's got that clean, no-nonsense Swiss vibe: professional infrastructure, crisp air, and slopes that range from gentle cruisers to proper challenges. The village itself is car-free and compact, making it easy to move between the slopes and a decent feed. It's a 6-hour block, and you're really skiing with someone who knows the mountain.

Maui-PRIVATE-Air Tour: SKY-ROAD to HANA: Lava Flows, Waterfalls!

When Lily from our BugBitten team booked this private air tour, she was after a proper look at Maui's landscape without fighting coach-seat crowds. This is a one-hour flight in a small aircraft (max five passengers) that swings over Haleakala's lava fields, the Road to Hana's jungle and coastline, and a string of waterfalls. Your pilot does live commentary through headsets—clear and informative—and there's refreshments onboard. It's intimate, quick, and genuinely gives you perspective on the island's scale and geology that ground-level touring just doesn't match.

Palm Beach Inshore Fishing Charters

When Charlie from our team booked a Palm Beach inshore charter, we headed out into the backwater canals just minutes from downtown—a world away from the beachfront hustle. You're hunting snook and other local staples in shallow, mangrove-lined waters with a licensed captain piloting a modern inshore boat. The whole operation is geared toward both serious anglers and casual line-wetters after a relaxed morning or afternoon on the water. Four to eight hours depending on what you book, and the scenery alone (even between bites) makes it worth the trip.

Private Full Day Fly Fishing For Beginners and Experienced Anglers

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United States

Private Full Day Fly Fishing For Beginners and Experienced Anglers

When Jake from our team booked this private fly fishing day in the Yosemite area, he got a full eight hours with a dedicated guide, whether targeting Brook Trout in the backcountry or casting in Valley waters. It's a solo setup—just you, your guide, and the river—which means the pace and location bend to what you actually want to do. The operation handles all the kit (rods, waders, boots), lunch, and park fees, so you turn up and fish. Yosemite's high country and stream valleys draw a mix of keen anglers and first-timers keen to learn proper technique without the crowds of a group outing.

Maui Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour: Swim with turtles (Olowalu)

When Noah from our team paddled out on Olowalu's clear-bottomed kayaks, the real magic was looking straight down through the hull at green sea turtles cruising the reef below. This 3-hour Maui tour launches from the west coast and pairs kayaking with snorkelling in shallow, sheltered water—no experience needed, though it's physically active enough to rule out anyone with serious heart concerns. The reef life is genuine (fish, eels, rays), the mountain and island views frame the paddle nicely, and the tour suits families with kids from age 3 up.

4 Hour Dolphin and Sandbar Cruise

When Noah from our team booked the 4 Hour Dolphin and Sandbar Cruise with SWFL Party Pontoon, we got Captain Lauren—a marine biologist who actually knows the water she's piloting. The pontoon heads out to shallow sandbars where dolphins often turn up, and the vibe shifts based on what your crew wants: some people shell, others learn the local ecology, some just float about. It's casual, no rushed itinerary, and feels more like tagging along with someone who loves this coastline than joining a regimented tour. The boat accommodates families, swimmers, and loungers equally.

4 hoursfrom AUD $777

1 hour – 7 hoursfrom AUD $95

United States

4 Hour Half Day Island Jeep Tour

When Jake from our team ran this half-day Jeep tour on Oahu, we covered the island's most-photographed spots in four hours—enough time to tick off the big landmarks without the full-day commitment. You're stuffed into a Jeep with other travellers, bouncing between lookouts and scenic pullouts that give you proper views of what makes the island tick. The pace is brisk, the driver narrates as you go, and you'll see why people flock here. It's a snapshot tour, not a deep dive, but for first-timers or those short on time, it delivers the essentials.

ATV Ubud and Ayung River Rafting

Combine quad biking through Ubud's countryside with whitewater rafting down the Ayung River in a full-day adventure. This eight-hour experience takes you across traditional Balinese villages and rural landscapes before switching to paddling through rapids. You'll ride through rice paddies and forest terrain, spotting local life as it happens, then tackle the river with guides who know every bend. Transport, meals, and all gear are included.

Explore the Mangrove Creeks with an ALL Day Tandem Kayak Rental

When Tom from our team grabbed a mate and a tandem kayak for the day, we paddled straight into the kind of low-key adventure that makes you remember why you came to this corner of the USA. You're renting a two-seater and setting your own pace through mangrove creeks—proper wild stuff, with decent odds of spotting local wildlife and finding a quiet island to land on. No guide, no schedule, just you, your mate, and the water. Duration runs from a couple of hours up to a full day depending on your energy and the tides.

🍜 Food & Cooking

Indonesia

Exclusive Jewelry Master Class

Spend four hours at John Hardy's Bali workshop learning traditional jewellery techniques from master artisans. You'll sketch designs, carve wax models, weave chain by hand, and explore the archive of pieces that shaped the label's aesthetic. The session includes lunch and a 2 million IDR gift card to spend on jewellery made during or after the class. Small groups get personalised instruction in an intimate setting.

4 hoursfrom AUD $335

Daytrip from Naples to Amalfi Coast, Positano, Amalfi & Ravello

30 min – 50 minfrom AUD $151

Daytrip from Naples to Amalfi Coast, Positano, Amalfi & Ravello

A nine-hour private drive from Naples explores three celebrated [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) villages. You'll visit Positano's pastel-hued clifftop streets, the ceramics-filled Amalfi town centre, and Ravello's terraced gardens and coastal views. Your English-speaking driver collects you from your Naples hotel or cruise port and returns you at day's end, handling the notorious cliff-road driving so you can focus on the landscape.

Bali : Mount Batur Sunrise Trek With All Inclusive

Start before dawn to climb Mount Batur, Bali's active volcano, and watch daybreak flood across the volcanic landscape. This full-day trek from your hotel takes you to the 1,717-metre summit where the crater steams beneath your feet. Your guide leads the ascent through cooler mountain air, then descends via the volcanic slopes. Breakfast cooked using geothermal heat and morning views over Kintamani make the early start worthwhile.

Airport Transfers - Chauffeur Car & Limo Services of Melbourne

Reliable airport transfers throughout [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) with professional drivers available round the clock. Expect courteous pickup at arrivals with name-sign greeting, plus climate-controlled comfort for the 30–50 minute journey to your destination. The service includes airport parking and tolls, bottled water, phone charging, and wifi on request. Drivers prioritise your safety and preferences, accommodating wheelchairs, prams, and service animals without fuss.

2-Hour Self-Drive Boat Hire on the Yarra River

Australia

2-Hour Self-Drive Boat Hire on the Yarra River

Captain your own Harvey A vessel down [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s Yarra River for two hours without needing a licence. Cruise with up to nine others past the Botanical Gardens, MCG, Southbank and Docklands, choosing morning, lunch or afternoon slots that suit your schedule. The boat comes equipped for casual entertaining—fridge, champagne buckets, stereo and table settings included—though you'll bring your own food and drinks.

Trekking to Ojo del Albino Glacier

When Alex from our BugBitten team tackled Ojo del Albino Glacier near Ushuaia, we found ourselves on one of the region's more serious alpine treks. This 10-hour journey takes you up to a remote mountain refuge perched above an emerald lagoon, where the outfit runs a private base camp — a genuinely useful setup for breaking up the climb and refuelling properly. You're roped with a certified guide trained to match your pace, and the landscape shifts from beech forest to bare rock and ice with altitude. It's properly exposed terrain, not a social stroll, but the payoff is being one of very few people at the glacier's face on any given day.

10 hoursfrom AUD $260

Private Roundtrip Transfer from Chania to Samaria Gorge Park

Private Roundtrip Transfer from Chania to Samaria Gorge Park

When Jake from our team booked this private transfer to Samaria Gorge, we got a straightforward door-to-door service that gets you to one of Europe's most serious hikes. You're looking at 16 kilometres through Crete's longest gorge, starting at 1,250 metres up on the Omalos plateau and finishing down at Agia Roumeli on the Libyan Sea. The drive winds through small mountain villages before depositing you at Xyloskalo, the northern trailhead. It's a 14-hour commitment—the hike itself is steep, technical, and not a gentle stroll. You'll pass the narrow Iron Doors section, spot Kri-Kri goats unique to Crete, and finish with a swim at the bottom. This is transport plus your own legs doing the heavy lifting.

14 hoursfrom AUD $120

Private Luxury Tour: Delphi & Thermopylae – The 300’s Legacy

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $443

Private Luxury Tour: Delphi & Thermopylae – The 300’s Legacy

When Lily from our BugBitten team ran this private tour with Pericles Century, she traced two of Greece's most storied sites in a single day: Thermopylae, where the Spartan 300 made their stand, and Delphi, the ancient world's spiritual heart and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 9–10 hour itinerary shuttles you between battlefields, temples, and museum treasures in a private minivan or sedan (depending on group size), with hotel or cruise pick-up included. It's a solid history-focused drive through central Greece, suited to anyone keen on classical sites without the coach-tour crowds.

Chania Old Town Artisans Private Walking Tour

🛕 Culture & History

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $167

Chania Old Town Artisans Private Walking Tour

When Ben from our team did this walking tour through Chania's Old Town, we got a proper glimpse into how the city's artisans work today. It's a 3–4 hour ramble through narrow lanes where you start with a traditional local breakfast (including a fresh phyllo demo), then visit actual workshops where people are making things the old way — olive oil tasting, honey samples, and stops at a folklore atelier included. The vibe is relaxed and intimate; you're moving at a pace that lets you chat with makers rather than tick off a checklist. It suits anyone keen on craft heritage without the tourist-mill feel.

Private Boat Cruise Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island from Kissamos

Private Boat Cruise Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island from Kissamos

When Em from our team booked this private boat out of Kissamos, we got the full picture of what makes Balos Lagoon special — and it's the quiet moments that stick with you. This four-hour cruise takes you to turquoise shallows and a Venetian fortress perched on Gramvousa Island, with optional hiking for those keen on views. You'll swim in water so clear it feels unreal, snorkel gear supplied, and graze on proper dakos (the Cretan barley-rusk thing that actually tastes better than it sounds) while the crew keeps the wine flowing. It's smaller-group intimate without feeling lonely — the kind of trip where you can hear the water lapping the hull.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1226

Corfu Island Sunset Cruise on Sailing Boat

4 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $347

Corfu Island Sunset Cruise on Sailing Boat

When Tom from our team took this Corfu sunset cruise, it was a straightforward two-hour sail around the island's bay with the old fortress as your backdrop. The boat's small enough to feel intimate but set up for families and groups keen to catch golden hour over the water. You get snacks, snorkelling gear, and drinks included — wine, beer, prosecco if you're after it. It's the kind of outing that works best when you're not expecting fireworks, just a pleasant evening on the Ionian with decent company and decent light.

Private Maramures Walking Tours

When Lily from our BugBitten team walked through Maramures, we found ourselves in one of Romania's most visually distinctive regions—all traditional wooden churches with intricate carved details, rolling hills dotted with impossibly high haystacks, and villages where crafts still happen by hand. This private 4–7 hour walk threads through working studios of textile makers and wood carvers, past rural homesteads and museums that document local life. You're on foot the whole time, moving at a pace that lets you actually talk to the artisans and absorb the landscape rather than just glance from a van.

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Tunisia

Horseback riding with private transfer

When Charlie from our team did this Tunisian horseback ride, we found it a straightforward way to get out into the countryside without hassle. You're collected by private transfer, taken to the riding spot, and spend three hours in the saddle exploring local landscapes with a guide. The terrain is gentle enough — it suits riders of all levels, though the vibe is more countryside ramble than adrenaline. The area itself feels rural and quiet, a proper break from busier tourist zones. Families often book this one, and there's a decent mix of experience levels on any given day.

Lincoln Park Nature Museum & Zoo Private Walking Tour

When Jake from our team ran this 2-hour walking tour through Lincoln Park, he threaded together three distinct spots—the Notebaert Nature Museum, the Conservatory, and the Zoo—into one coherent afternoon. It's Chicago's green lung, and the guide knows how to connect the dots between butterfly exhibits, glasshouse gardens, and live animals without the rushed feel of a tick-box tour. You'll move between indoor and outdoor settings, so it suits first-timers and locals after a fresh angle on the neighbourhood. Admission and guiding are sorted; you're just paying for what you see and learn.

2 hoursfrom AUD $388

Rome: Exclusive 6 hour sightseeing tour in Golf cart for Cruisers