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MOVIE STARS Cadillac Escalade Traverse Old Mission Wine Tour

★ 5.0 (25)

🍜 Food & Cooking

United States

MOVIE STARS Cadillac Escalade Traverse Old Mission Wine Tour

When Noah from our team booked the Movie Stars Cadillac Escalade wine tour in Traverse City, we ditched the party bus altogether and rode through Old Mission wine country in a proper luxury SUV instead. The operator — a former cop who knows these vineyards inside out — combines small groups (couples paired together, groups of 6+ get their own vehicle) and handles the driving so you're free to taste. It's 4–5 hours of wine stops at four established wineries with knowledgeable guides who actually live here and understand the local drops. The scenic drive itself feels more like a mate showing you around than a generic shuttle run. Tastings, food, and bottles cost extra, but a complimentary wine flight is included.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $97

Wine tasting in Lucca "at home" with expert sommelier - 5 wines

★ 5.0 (25)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Wine tasting in Lucca "at home" with expert sommelier - 5 wines

Simone Vergamini, Tuscany's award-winning sommelier, brings a curated wine experience to your accommodation in or around Lucca. Over 90 minutes, you'll taste five organic wines from small regional producers—sparkling, white, rosé, and two reds—paired with local cheese, bread, focaccia and olive oil. Vergamini handles setup and service, leaving uncorked bottles behind so you can continue enjoying them throughout your stay.

Historical Cellar Visit and Wine Tasting in Salento

Explore Castel di Salve, a fourth-generation winery spanning 31 hectares across lower Salento. Founded in 1885, this family operation maintains its heritage by cultivating native grapes—Verdeca, Negroamaro, Malvasia Nera di Lecce and Primitivo—across the historic Masseria Bosco Belvedere estate and satellite vineyards. The 90-minute visit takes you through the cellars and includes tastings of wines crafted for clarity and finesse, with the Winspeare family philosophy woven through every bottle.

Private Nantucket Beach Fishing Activity with a Guide

When Mia from our team tried this Nantucket beach fishing activity, she spent four hours exploring the island's coastline with a local guide who knows every hidden corner. Steve tailors the day around conditions and what you actually want to do—whether that's casting for striped bass or just wandering pristine sand. Nantucket's beaches each have their own vibe: the southern shores break with Atlantic swell, the north side sits sheltered and glassy, and Great Point stretches seven miles with wildlife and solid fishing. He welcomes beginners and teaches you how to cast properly, so you don't need experience beforehand.

Self Guided Agnes to 1770 Scooter Hire

Rent a scooter in Agnes Water and cruise the 1770 area at your own pace for two hours. Navigate coastal roads and local hotspots with a helmet provided, stopping wherever catches your eye. No guided route means you set the rhythm—blast through highlights in one loop or meander between beachside cafés and scenic viewpoints. Solo riders only; perfect for travellers who prefer steering their own course.

Market Ritual, Cooking Class & Family Table

Spend four hours in Cilento's celebrated Blue Zone learning to hand-roll pasta from Nonna Maria in her family kitchen. The morning starts with coffee and a stroll through neighbourhood shops to pick seasonal ingredients, then moves to her kitchen where you'll work through traditional techniques passed by word and gesture rather than recipe. Lunch unfolds on the terrace with wine, fresh mozzarella, and her homemade limoncello—a genuine taste of how people actually eat in this corner of southern Italy.

Full Day Whitewater Rafting Trip Trinity River California

When Tom from our BugBitten team ran this six-hour Trinity River rafting trip in northern California, he found a genuinely balanced day that doesn't just chase adrenaline. The outfit bundles proper Class III technical rapids with long stretches of float time, creek hikes to waterfalls, and a solid lunch. The vibe attracts fit punters keen on whitewater but also wanting to actually see the landscape and wildlife rather than sprint between rapids. You're in redwood country here — classic northern Cal river corridor, quiet and scenic — and the crew treats it like their backyard.

Sunset Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour With A Local

Ride a Vespa along the Amalfi and Sorrento coasts as the sun dips toward the horizon. This three-hour tour avoids the midday crush, letting you experience quieter villages and dramatic cliffside roads when light turns golden. Your local guide handles the scooter while you soak in sea breeze, coastal architecture, and the genuine rhythm of the region—espresso included.

San Diego Vegan Food Tour

When Noah from our team did the San Diego vegan food tour, we walked through neighbourhoods packed with flavour and history—and ate well beyond what the ticket price suggested. The two-hour outing hits different depending on which neighbourhood you choose: Downtown loops through the Gaslamp Quarter's heritage buildings and marina views, while North Park has a more relaxed, creative vibe. Everyone shows up hungry regardless of diet (the tour welcomes omnivores with open arms), and the stops are genuinely tasty, not tokenistic. Food's included, which sweetens the deal.

Guided Llama Hike in the Rocky Mountains

When Ben from our team tried this guided llama hike in the Colorado foothills, we found it a genuinely quirky way to explore the Rocky Mountains an hour out of Denver. You get paired with one of two llamas who tag along carrying gear, and your guide walks you through both llama-handling basics and the local landscape—wildflowers, rock formations, the stories behind them. It's a private experience capped at four people, which keeps things intimate. The whole thing runs 2–3 hours, and kids from about eight onwards can lead a llama themselves. It's more novelty than hardcore trekking, but that's precisely the appeal.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $212

Chef Service Ostuni, Cisternino, Ceglie, Fasano

★ 5.0 (25)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Chef Service Ostuni, Cisternino, Ceglie, Fasano

A private chef arrives at your accommodation in Ostuni, Cisternino, Ceglie, or Fasano to prepare authentic Puglian cuisine tailored to your preferences. Over 4.5 hours, you'll experience regional cooking traditions in the comfort of your own space—whether that's a holiday home, apartment, or masseria. The chef handles all cooking and cleanup, leaving you to savour the meal without the effort. Menus can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan, coeliac, or other dietary needs.

Exclusive Champagne & Chocolate Getaway - with excellent lunch

Spend eight-and-a-half hours in the Penedès wine region exploring Sant Sadurní's sparkling and chocolate traditions, 45 minutes from [Barcelona](/places/barcelona). You'll descend into the cellars of a family-owned organic Cava producer, taste three vintages in their courtyard, sit down to a four-course seasonal lunch paired with wine, then walk through a 175-year-old chocolate factory tracing the craft from bean to confection. A private guide shepherds you throughout; train tickets and all tastings are included.

Unforgettable Bike Tours and Trekking on the Island of Elba

A 4-hour guided exploration of Elba Island combining mountain biking and trekking across remote terrain. Your Environmental Guide navigates you through the island's geological formations, layered history, and untamed landscapes, switching between pedal and foot to access corners most visitors miss. Suits those wanting substance over scenery shots—expect proper effort rewarded with genuine discovery rather than polished viewpoints.

Once upon a time Pompeii 2 and a half hour tour

A guided 2.5-hour archaeological tour of Pompeii that covers the site's most significant structures and artefacts. Your guide uses straightforward explanations and radio headsets to make the history accessible across the group. You'll walk the main ruins with expert commentary, then have free time to explore further on your own within the park boundaries.

Always Private Group You Drive UTV Off Road 3 Hours. Near Vegas

When Mia from our team got behind the wheel of a 1000cc UTV in the Mojave Desert near Vegas, she found herself in genuinely open country—no tour bus crowds, no herded groups. This is a private experience where you and your mates drive your own vehicles through abandoned mining areas and up to 4500-foot elevations with proper desert views. The outfit handles photos throughout the three-hour ride, and you set the pace on machines that aren't artificially throttled back. It's just your group, the dust, and a lake that feels properly remote.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $475

Amazing City Tour NYC 4 hours up to 5pax

★ 5.0 (25)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Amazing City Tour NYC 4 hours up to 5pax

When Tom from our BugBitten team booked this 4-hour private tour, we got a solid sweep of New York's headline landmarks—from the Upper West Side through Central Park, down to Brooklyn Bridge and the Financial District. The guide packed genuine city history into the drive, hitting around 5 or 6 photo stops that let you actually step out and breathe rather than just gawk through a window. It's the kind of tour that works for first-timers wanting the geography sorted without getting lost in subway stations, and for a group of up to five, the private van kept things intimate without feeling rushed.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1201

★ 5.0 (25)

🧖 Wellness & Spa

United States

Forest Bathing & Nature Therapy Walk

When Alex from our team tried this three-hour forest bathing walk, we found it's less about ticking off kilometres and more about genuinely slowing down among the trees. The guide leads you through forest at a pace that actually lets your senses catch up—noticing light through leaves, birdsong, the feel of air on your skin. It's the kind of walk where standing still for five minutes feels like the point, not a delay. The area itself is peaceful, the group small and similarly minded, and there's a nice wind-down with a wild-crafted tea ceremony at the end.

2h of Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica

When Alex from our BugBitten team tried this two-hour Santa Monica lesson, the focus wasn't just getting standing—it was learning to actually read waves and position yourself on the good bits. The school builds custom beginner boards in-house and all instructors have at least five years under their belt. You're working one-on-one in the Pacific with people who genuinely care about whether you develop real surfing skills, not just a tick-box moment. Santa Monica's a busy beach strip, warm vibes, mix of tourists and locals, perfect for dipping a toe into California's surf culture.

Budapest Wine Tasting and Heritage Experience at Goldcentral

When Ben from our team stopped by Goldcentral in Budapest, we found a tight, no-fuss wine tasting that gets straight to the point. You're looking at an hour with a sommelier sampling four Hungarian wines — the kind that'll shift your take on what this region actually produces — paired with cheese, bread, and dried fruit. It's set up for anyone from complete novices to people who know their Tokaj, and it sits handy to public transport in the city centre. Nothing flashy, just good wine and someone who knows how to talk about it.

Vespa experience guided by us & Photo shoot

Ride through Rome's most photogenic streets as a passenger on a classic Vespa, piloted by an experienced local driver. Over 90 minutes, you'll sweep past iconic landmarks and hidden corners while a photographer captures candid moments you'll actually want to keep. It's the fastest way to see the city's best bits without fighting crowds on foot, and you'll leave with both memories and prints.

Snorkeling Excursion 2h30 Cap Roux & Calanques de l'Esterel

Launch from Agay Bay on a rigid inflatable boat to snorkel the Cap Roux Marine Reserve, a protected pocket of the Mediterranean off the Esterel coast. This 2.5-hour outing keeps groups to 12 people maximum, guided by a qualified educator who points out the region's underwater residents and geology. All kit—wetsuit, fins, mask, snorkel—is supplied; you just show up and get wet.

Cook with us in Rome: a Hands-On Cooking Experience 15:30PM class

Spend four hours in a Roman kitchen learning to make fresh pasta by hand alongside experienced chefs. You'll prepare two pasta shapes from scratch, craft a pair of starters, and finish with dessert—all designed around what grows locally and cooks brilliantly in this region. Prosecco and wine flow throughout, and you'll sit down to eat everything you've made.

Guided Alpine Lake Float and Hike - Northern Bitterroot Mountains

When Ben from our team tackled Bitterroot Backpacking's Alpine Lake Float and Hike, we found ourselves in the Northern Bitterroot Mountains—a raw, glacially carved landscape where trails aren't always obvious and creek crossings weed out the unprepared. This 6.5-hour hybrid outing pairs a backcountry hike with a packraft float across a high-altitude lake, a combo you won't find anywhere else in the region. The Bitterroot National Forest rewards the effort: dramatic canyon walls, wildlife spotting, and the quiet reward of paddling your own raft across pristine water. Moderate fitness is the baseline; the guide handles safety and navigation.

6h 30mfrom AUD $239

Scenic Tour of Newport, RI By Helicopter - 3 person Mansion Tour

★ 5.0 (25)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Scenic Tour of Newport, RI By Helicopter - 3 person Mansion Tour

When Ben from our team took this 12-minute helicopter spin over Newport, Rhode Island, it delivered exactly what it promised: a front-row aerial view of the town's most famous mansions and coastline. You're looking at Rosecliff, Marble House, The Breakers, and Hammersmith Farm from a vantage point most visitors never get—all compressed into a quick but genuinely spectacular burst. The tour fits up to three people, and the whole thing feels like a proper splurge rather than a gimmick.

Excursions to the Palermo coast

Explore Palermo's rocky shoreline aboard a small boat, island-hopping along the northern coast from Addaura eastward. This eight-hour outing takes you past secluded swimming spots and anchorages, with time to dive, snorkel, or simply float in clear water. The boat moves at an easy pace, stopping at coves where you can slip overboard or rest on deck with a cold drink.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1069

★ 5.0 (25)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Canyoning at the foot of Etna

Descend into volcanic canyons at Etna's base on this four-hour canyoning adventure. You'll abseil down watercourse-carved gorges using proper mountaineering kit, guided by trained instructors through medium-difficulty terrain. The route adjusts based on water flow and weather, so expect flexibility. All safety gear—wetsuit, harness, helmet, specialist shoes—is supplied. This demands moderate fitness; it's not for pregnant travellers or those with heart concerns.

Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tour: Circle the Lake

When Tom from our team booked this Lake Tahoe helicopter tour, we knew the views would be spectacular — and they didn't disappoint. You're airborne for 45 minutes, circling the entire 72-mile shoreline and banking over Emerald Bay, seeing the lake's turquoise depths and granite peaks from a vantage point no road can match. It's a small aircraft operation, so you get a genuine sense of the landscape's scale and isolation. The ride's smooth, the commentary's solid, and noise-cancelling headsets mean you can actually hear your pilot explain what you're looking at.

Private Seattle Cocktail Tour

When Lily from our BugBitten team ran this private walking tour through Fremont, Seattle, she found a solid 2.5-hour blend of local cocktail culture and neighbourhood character. You'll taste two craft drinks made in the Pacific Northwest, duck past the famous Fremont Troll, eyeball some genuinely odd public art, and hear the neighbourhood's stories — from Prohibition bootlegging through to today's craft bar scene. It's a manageable 1.6km stroll through one of Seattle's quirkiest pockets, and the guide handles spirits history alongside street art trivia without it feeling like a lecture.

Chioggia : Aquaculture Secrets Tours of the Lagoon

Explore Chioggia's working lagoon by restored wooden boat, watching how locals farm mussels, harvest soft-shell Moleche crabs, and cultivate oysters using methods passed down through generations. This 90-minute tour reveals the seafood traditions that have sustained the Venetian Lagoon for centuries, guided by someone who knows these shallow waters intimately. Small groups—maximum five people—get close enough to ask questions and photograph the boats and nets in action.

Sydney Harbour - Sailing Hands-On Experience

Take the helm of a 24ft keelboat on Sydney Harbour for 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Departing from Manly, you'll work alongside experienced skippers to raise sails and navigate the boat, or simply watch the harbour unfold. Pass waterfront estates, discover quiet beaches tucked into the shoreline, and catch views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge weather permitting. No prior sailing experience required.

1h 30m – 2h 30mfrom AUD $120

Kids treasure hunt in Uffizi museum Private, timed entry!

★ 5.0 (25)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Kids treasure hunt in Uffizi museum Private, timed entry!

A two-hour private treasure hunt through the Uffizi Gallery designed to keep children engaged and curious. Your guide, experienced in child-focused tours, leads the group on a quest through the galleries, solving puzzles and uncovering stories that make the paintings and sculptures come alive. Kids take the lead while parents enjoy watching them discover art on their own terms. Game materials provided; Uffizi entry tickets (€30 adults, €4 under-18s) arranged separately.

Florence Leather Walking Tour - Avoid Scams at Real Artisan shops

Walk through [Florence](/places/florence)'s leather quarter to learn how artisans have crafted quality hides since the 1950s. This 2.5-hour morning tour takes you into three working family workshops where you'll watch leather being cut, stitched, and finished by hand. You'll master five practical tests to distinguish genuine leather from mass-produced fakes—a skill that'll save you money on future purchases across the world. No sales pressure; the knowledge is yours to use as you wish.

Jewels Off the Beaten Path - Private Walking Tour by BA Off the Beaten Path Tour

When Tom from our team did this private walking tour in Buenos Aires, we got the real neighbourhood experience — the kind you'd miss scrolling through guidebooks. A local guide steered us through quieter streets, mixing history, street art, and architecture into a genuinely colourful 2.5-hour ramble. The Carlos Gardel museum stop gave us tango culture context without the tourist crowds, and moving around by subway or bus felt like actually being in the city rather than cordoned off. It's the sort of tour that works because you're moving at your own pace with someone who actually lives here, not rushing between photo spots.

Chianti Classico E-Bike Tour

Pedal through Chianti's rolling vineyard country on electric bikes, starting near Siena and passing the medieval Brolio Castle and stone villages en route. Over 5–6 hours, you'll visit a working winery for tastings, then sit down to a spread of local meats, cheeses and bruschetta at a restaurant in Castelnuovo Berardenga. A private guide leads the way; the e-bikes handle the hills so you can focus on the landscape and wine.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $433

Kagoshima Highlights Private Tour, Sakurajima Volcano and more

★ 5.0 (25)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Kagoshima Highlights Private Tour, Sakurajima Volcano and more

Craft your own seven-hour exploration of Kagoshima with a private guide. Sakurajima dominates the itinerary—an active volcano erupting roughly 200 times yearly, best viewed from the observatory or whilst relaxing in Japan's longest 100-metre foot bath. Mix in the 1658 Sengan-en estate and gardens, award-winning local whiskey distilleries, samurai heritage sites, or Tenmonkan's food scene featuring wagyu, black pork and regional ramen. The itinerary flexes to your interests.

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When Ben from our team tried Athens Wheelz Fat Bike Tours, we were expecting a standard spin around the city — but the fat-tyred e-bikes made it feel genuinely different. You're covering the Acropolis area at a leisurely two-hour pace, stopping to hear local stories about ancient Athens and how it shaped the world today. It's the kind of tour where you're moving under your own (electric) steam, so there's time to actually soak in the surroundings rather than crane your neck from a bus window. Suits most fitness levels, though the cardiovascular warning is worth noting if you've got heart concerns.

Discover Argentine Art in Retiro lead by local artist

When Mia from our BugBitten team did this three-hour walk through Retiro, she got the real story of how this Buenos Aires neighbourhood became an art destination. You'll hit contemporary and modern galleries with a practising local artist as your guide, who reads the exhibitions and connects them to 20th-century Argentine art movements. Retiro's got layers — it's residential and commercial on the surface, but underneath there's serious creative energy. This one works whether you're a collector, a curious drifter, or someone who just wants to spot emerging talent without the usual tourist art-tour script.

Cycling Through Phu Quoc Rural Village

Skip the beach resort circuit and pedal into Phu Quoc's working villages on this three-hour ride. You'll cover quiet rural lanes on Trek mountain bikes, stopping to chat with farmers and fishmongers about how they produce the island's signature fish sauce and other local staples. Your local guide navigates the backroads while sharing stories only someone who grew up here would know.

Hanoi Highlights Half-day Vespa Tour: REAL Hanoi, Culture & Food

Zip through Hanoi's backstreets on a vintage Vespa with a local guide, stopping at neighbourhood temples, bustling wet markets, and hole-in-the-wall food stalls that serve the city's most celebrated dishes. Over 4.5 hours, you'll navigate the controlled chaos of Hanoi's old quarters, learn the history layered into its architecture, and get hands-on making egg coffee, the creamy drink that defines the city's café culture.

Early Access Sacre Coeur & Montmartre Small Group Experience

When Tom from our BugBitten team caught the early Sacré-Cœur & Montmartre tour, the neighbourhood was still quiet—no crowds yet, just the basilica glowing in soft morning light. This is a chance to explore one of Paris's most touristy pockets on your own terms: either in a small group capped at 12, or fully private with a dedicated guide. The walk winds through Montmartre's steep, artsy backstreets for about 75 minutes, mixing history and bohemian grit. It suits most fitness levels, though those hills are real, and you'll want respectful dress for the basilica.

1h 15mfrom AUD $67

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