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Cycling - Via Verde de la Sierra - Easy Difficulty - Ronda

★ 5.0 (21)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Spain

Cycling - Via Verde de la Sierra - Easy Difficulty - Ronda

Pedal downhill along Spain's Via Verde de la Sierra, a converted railway line threading through Andalucía's countryside north of Ronda. Over five hours, you'll drop 300 metres through olive groves, farmland, and mountain passages—cycling through restored tunnels and across bridges on well-maintained bikes. The route is self-guided but supported; transfers whisk you to and from Ronda, leaving you free to enjoy the gradual descent at your own pace.

5 hoursfrom AUD $184

Private tour to Cordoba from Seville (several options)

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Private tour to Cordoba from Seville (several options)

Spend 8–10 hours exploring Córdoba's medieval layers with a private guide and driver from Seville. Visit the Mosque-Cathedral, wander the Jewish Quarter's narrow lanes, and step into the domestic beauty of traditional patios. Choose your own route: pair the city centre with Medina Azahara's ruined palace complex, detour to hilltop Carmona, tour Almodóvar's fortress, or dig deeper into Sephardic history. Travel at your rhythm, stop where you want, ask what interests you.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $647

Barcelona Photoshoot Experience Cathedral Born & Ciutadella Park

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Barcelona Photoshoot Experience Cathedral Born & Ciutadella Park

A 90-minute photography session with a local photographer across [Barcelona](/places/barcelona)'s most photogenic corners, from the Gothic Quarter's medieval lanes to Ciutadella Park's golden-hour light. You'll receive 20+ professionally edited high-resolution images within a week, with guidance on posing and styling throughout. No experience or special fitness required—just show up ready to have your photos taken properly.

Via Ferrata Tajo de Ronda

Scale the limestone cliffs above Ronda on this introductory via ferrata that trades technical difficulty for raw drama. The 90-minute route demands no prior experience yet rewards you with unobstructed views of the Puente Nuevo spanning the gorge below and the raw scar of the Tajo canyon cutting through Andalusian countryside. You'll clip into fixed anchors and traverse vertical rock faces with solid ground metres beneath your boots—thrilling without the complexity.

2 Hours Private Tour of Pompeii for Journey Through Time

A private two-hour guided walk through Pompeii's streets and ruins, led by a knowledgeable guide who unpicks how Romans actually lived before Vesuvius struck. You'll move at your own pace through the archaeological site, seeing homes, workshops, and public spaces that reveal daily routines frozen in time. The guide contextualises what you're seeing rather than rushing through highlights, giving substance to the preserved streets.

Vegan Hungarian Food Tour / Local delights

When Charlie from our BugBitten team joined this Budapest food tour, we discovered how a licensed vegan chef reimagines Hungary's heavy meat-and-cream classics into plant-based versions that don't feel like compromises. Over three hours, we hit the chef's favourite spots around town, tasting vegan gulash, paprikash, and chimney cake — foods you'd never expect to work without animal products, but do. The tour moves at a relaxed pace through Budapest's neighbourhoods, mixing foodie chat with local knowledge. It's a smart pick if you're vegan or plant-curious and want to understand how Hungarian flavours actually work.

Flying dress photoshoot in Madrid

Work with a photographer at Madrid's Retiro Park for a styled photo session capturing you in flowing dress against the park's architecture and gardens. This 60–90 minute shoot takes advantage of the lakeside reflections, tree-lined avenues, and hidden flower corners. You'll receive a private digital gallery of all images afterward, with wheelchair access throughout and pram-friendly pathways.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $752

Leipzig's Courtyards and Passages - Guided Tour for a Private Group

★ 5.0 (21)

🛕 Culture & History

Germany

Leipzig's Courtyards and Passages - Guided Tour for a Private Group

When Alex from our team did this Leipzig walking tour, we wound through the kind of hidden courtyards and passages that locals love but most visitors miss. The guide walked us through five centuries of the city's merchant heritage — from medieval trading courts to the turn-of-the-century fair halls that transformed Leipzig into a powerhouse. It's a private group experience, so the pace felt intimate rather than rushed, and we picked up the sort of specific history and local tips you don't get from a map. The whole thing runs about 90 minutes and covers the heart of the city centre, with hotel pickup included.

1h 30mfrom AUD $263

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Switzerland

Private Guided Day Trip to Pilatus

When Sarah from our BugBitten team tackled this private day trip, we rode one of the world's steepest cogwheel trains up Mount Pilatus, hiked through alpine terrain, and descended by vintage steamer across Lake Lucerne. It's a full-on Swiss experience that packs three different modes of transport and some serious elevation gain into 8–9 hours. The views across Central Switzerland's lake-and-peak landscape are genuinely jaw-dropping, and you get the Lake Lucerne region mostly to yourself with a private guide. Worth it if you're fit and keen on a proper day out.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $913

2 Guests Private Prosecco Road Tour All Inclusive from Venice

★ 5.0 (21)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

2 Guests Private Prosecco Road Tour All Inclusive from Venice

A seven-hour private wine tour departing Venice at 9:30 AM, visiting three Prosecco Superiore DOCG estates in the Veneto hills. You'll descend into cellars to see production firsthand, walk vineyard rows, and taste wines paired with local cheeses, cured meats, and fresh bread. Lunch is included at the second winery. Return to Piazzale Roma by 4:30 PM in an air-conditioned vehicle with a qualified driver.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1166

Day Hike in the Brenta Dolomites from Madonna di Campiglio

★ 5.0 (21)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Italy

Day Hike in the Brenta Dolomites from Madonna di Campiglio

A guided seven-hour trek through the Brenta Dolomites starting from Madonna di Campiglio, moving from lush valley floors with cascading water features to stark alpine plateaus. You'll call at three heritage mountain refugios, each over a century old, sampling regional cooking along the way. The route reveals the dramatic contrasts that define this UNESCO-listed range—verdant gorges giving way to barren limestone peaks.

7 hoursfrom AUD $441

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome's Ultimate Bike Tour

Trade the crowded centro for Rome's quieter southern periphery on two wheels. This 4.5-hour ride takes you past early Christian burial grounds, along the Appian Way—history's first engineered highway—and through stretches where Roman aqueducts still stand largely intact. You'll pedal the Aurelian Walls, pass the Gate of San Sebastian, and finish at the sprawling Baths of Caracalla. Ideal for those after substance over selfies.

Private Boat Tour of the Amalfi Coast

Spend seven hours exploring the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) by private boat, tailoring your itinerary to suit your preferences. The captain suggests landing in Amalfi or Positano to wander the villages, with multiple swimming stops in clear water between destinations. Pack your appetite for lunch at boat-only restaurants serving coastal specialities, or keep it simple with onboard refreshments and snacks. Upgrades include drone photography, underwater scooters and curated drink selections.

7 hoursfrom AUD $2664

★ 5.0 (21)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Renaissance Rome and Baroque Rome

A 2 hour 15 minute guided walk through Rome's Renaissance and Baroque heart, stopping at Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Your guide unpacks the architectural and political motivations behind each landmark, revealing how popes and artists shaped these spaces into masterpieces of urban design. Ideal for anyone wanting to understand Rome beyond postcards.

Private boat tour to Capri

Spend seven hours exploring Capri's coastline aboard a private vessel—choose between a 38-foot Ferretti or 25-foot traditional gozzo. Your captain and crew handle navigation while you discover sea caves, dramatic rock formations, and hidden coves at your rhythm. Swim in crystalline waters, sip prosecco and nibble fresh fruit mid-voyage, then anchor for lunch at a waterside trattoria. The pace is entirely yours: linger where it suits you, snorkel off secluded spots, or simply watch the limestone cliffs shift in afternoon light.

7 hoursfrom AUD $2465

★ 5.0 (21)

🍜 Food & Cooking

United States

Full Day Private Bourbon Tour

When Jake from our team booked this private bourbon tour through Kentucky, he got the full VIP treatment—custom stops at distilleries like Buffalo Trace and Woodford Reserve, tastings led by actual master distillers, and the kind of behind-the-scenes access you don't get on group outings. It's an 8–9 hour day through proper bourbon country, all rolling hills and historic brick buildings, with a driver who knows where to go and what to pour. Ideal if you want to skip the tourist crush and actually talk bourbon with someone who makes it.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1236

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Eastside Bike & Brew Tour

When Tom from our team pedalled the Eastside Bike & Brew Tour, we found a genuinely smart way to see Nashville's creative neighbourhood without the Broadway tourist grind. The route strings together East Nashville's best bits — murals, greenways, dive bars, rooftop patios, and proper BBQ joints — via e-bikes that do the heavy lifting on hills. Our guide knew the neighbourhood inside out, spinning yarns about how artists and small businesses transformed these streets. Two-and-a-half hours felt generous; we weren't rushed between stops, and the mix of riding and lingering worked well.

Hanoi Reputable Shopping Tour For Most Sought

When Sarah from our BugBitten team did this shopping tour in Hanoi, we found it a solid way to hunt down specific goods without the usual tourist markup. You submit a wishlist beforehand, and the guide plots a route to vetted shops—artisan spots, gourmet places, the kind locals actually use—handling the haggling and logistics so you pay fair prices. It's three to four hours of purposeful shopping with cultural context thrown in, backed by included transport if the best stockists are spread across the city. Not a market crawl; more a curated hit-list with someone who knows the lay of the land.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $37

PRIVATE Cooking Class in a Local Home – Pick Your Menu

★ 5.0 (21)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

PRIVATE Cooking Class in a Local Home – Pick Your Menu

Step into a Milanese kitchen and cook alongside a classically trained Italian chef in their home. Over three hours, you'll prepare two fresh pasta shapes with contrasting sauces and a traditional dessert, building real techniques rather than following rote instructions. This isn't a classroom setup—it's cooking as Italians actually do it, with drinks, snacks, and a full meal shared at the family table. You choose what to make based on what appeals to you.

3 hoursfrom AUD $281

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Family Sunset Photos - Daytona Beach

When Charlie from our team booked a sunset photo session on Daytona Beach, we weren't expecting much beyond a quick snap—but this actually delivered. You get a full hour working with a photographer on the sand as the light turns golden, with kids running around, the ocean doing its thing in the background, and zero pressure to smile on cue. It's a mix of families, couples, and groups who've all realised that decent photos of a holiday together matter more than another blurry phone pic. Nine edited digital images come back the same evening, ready to print or frame.

Private Jupiter Island Guided Paddle Boarding Tour

When Tom from our team paddled out on the Indian River Lagoon with a master naturalist guide, he found himself gliding past mangroves and waterfront estates on a 90-minute tour that actually delivers on wildlife spotting. The lagoon here is sheltered and tidal — meaning your experience shifts with the water levels, but that's part of the appeal. Depending on when you go, you might see manatees, sea turtles, and starfish. It's a solid half-day for anyone keen to get on a board and see what the water's actually home to, rather than just paddling in circles.

NYC Beginner Private Birdwatching Tour

When Ben from our team did this Central Park birdwatching tour, it was a refreshing reminder that you don't need to trek into the backcountry to spot wildlife in the US. This two-hour walk through NYC's most famous park focuses on common birds—sparrows, blue jays, cardinals—and the basics of actually seeing them: what to listen for, how to move, how to use apps like Merlin. Ben's a bird content creator, so expect quirky facts and stories rather than dry field-guide stuff. The tour hits hidden corners of the park and even swings by Belvedere Castle. It's pitched at complete beginners, but works for anyone who wants to slow down and pay attention to birds.

Chicago ↔ Midway Airport, Top Rated Private Sedan Transfer

When Mia from our team booked this private sedan transfer between Chicago downtown and Midway Airport, she got a straightforward, no-fuss ride in a newer vehicle with a licensed driver. It's the kind of service that shines when you've got luggage, are running on travel fatigue, or just can't be bothered with shuttle queues and taxi gambles. The cars are properly insured, drivers know the routes, and the whole thing runs quietly in the background — which is exactly what you want at an airport transfer.

Food Tour with a Glasgow Chef

When Tom from our BugBitten team ran this Glasgow food tour, we got far more than a eating crawl — this chef knows his city inside out. Born and raised here, Tom's spent years in top Scottish kitchens and brings that insider's edge to a three-hour walk through Glasgow's neighbourhoods. You'll taste proper local food, grab a pint at a proper Glasgow pub, and hear the stories behind the city's rough-diamond character and colonial past. It's equal parts food, history, and chat — the kind of tour that only works when your guide actually loves the place.

Luxury Private Boat Tour on Lake Como Bellagio & Villa Highlights

Glide across Lake Como in a handcrafted wooden vessel seating up to 11, passing the grand villas that dot Bellagio's shoreline. This two-hour private tour navigates you past Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello, Villa Monastero, and Villa Melzi d'Eril, with stops in villages like Varenna and Lenno. An experienced skipper pilots the boat according to your interests—whether that's lingering near architectural landmarks, exploring quiet settlements, or timing arrival for dinner with a view.

2 hoursfrom AUD $1082

Burlesque Dinner Club The ultimate dinner club experience

★ 5.0 (21)

🍹 Nightlife

Austria

Burlesque Dinner Club The ultimate dinner club experience

When Em from our team booked into Vienna's Mirage for the Burlesque Dinner Club, she found herself in a proper grown-up night out — not a tourist gimmick. You get a multi-course dinner followed by an international burlesque show styled by Kalinka Kalashnikov and hosted by Russell Brunner, backed by live jazz. The room shifts from intimate dinner setting to dance-floor energy around 9:30 p.m., so it's a full five-and-a-half-hour commitment. It's unapologetically hedonistic without being crude, and the whole thing runs in English. Think Vienna's glitzier late-night cousin.

Portofino Boat Ride 2 Hours of Riviera Charm (Autumn edition)

Sail the Italian Riviera aboard a private boat for two hours, catching Portofino's quieter autumn character. You'll drift along the coastline with a bottle of regional wine, local cheese, fresh focaccia, and fruit while wrapped in blankets against the crisp sea breeze. The harbour's warm stone buildings glow in softer light, and the water stays calm enough for a genuine rest rather than a rushed tick-box tour.

Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

Cruise Lake Como aboard a restored vintage vessel, piloted by former diving professionals who know the waterway's hidden corners intimately. Between 1 and 4 hours on the water lets you drift past lakeside villas, mountain backdrops and villages without the noise of a speedboat. Your skipper shares stories about the properties and landscape most visitors miss, while Prosecco and water keep you refreshed throughout the outing.

1 hour – 4 hoursfrom AUD $583

Peak to Peak Private Hiking Tour from Lucerne

★ 5.0 (21)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Switzerland

Peak to Peak Private Hiking Tour from Lucerne

When Jake from our team ran this private hike from Lucerne, he covered serious alpine ground — two peaks with views across a chain of lakes and down to the Swiss lowlands. You're stitched together by train, bus, and a century-old funicular, which keeps the walking focused on the interesting bits rather than road bashing. The landscape shifts as you climb: farmland gives way to steep meadows dotted with wildflowers and grazing cows. It's a proper workout over 9 hours, aimed at small groups (2–8 people) who can handle exposed, uneven terrain and aren't after a leisurely stroll. Peak season draws hikers, but the route itself stays quieter than the honeypot trails.

Private transfer from Rome to Amalfi Coast, or vice versa

A private chauffeured journey spanning Rome to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) (or return) in a climate-controlled Mercedes or VW, typically 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic. Your bilingual Italian-English driver doubles as a local guide, weaving regional stories into the drive. The route pairs well with optional stops at Pompeii, Herculaneum, or Mt. Vesuvius, extending the day by 2–2.5 hours to transform transport into sightseeing.

Eat & Drink Melbourne: A Hospo-Led Walking Tour

Led by hospitality insiders, this three-hour walking tour uncovers [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s food and drink DNA through hands-on experience. Start with espresso at a working inner-city roastery, then browse the city's oldest market sampling cured meats, cheeses, and seasonal produce. Lunch at a neighbourhood spot reveals how Melbourne's dining scene draws from cultures worldwide, before finishing with a beer at a local brewery. You'll leave with a tote bag and genuine insight into what locals actually eat and drink.

3h 10mfrom AUD $129

From Caen Bayeux D-Day and Food Tasting Tour by Range Rover

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

From Caen Bayeux D-Day and Food Tasting Tour by Range Rover

Explore Normandy's D-Day landmarks and regional food culture in a private Range Rover driven by a local guide over eight hours. Travel from Caen or Bayeux through hallowed sites and hidden gems, stopping at independent producers for tastings that reveal the region's culinary identity. Choose your lunch setting—whether bistronomic restaurant, countryside picnic, or village eatery—as the itinerary adapts to what genuinely interests you.

Sabre the Moment: Cava Sabrage Class in Barcelona

Master the art of sabrage in [Barcelona](/places/barcelona)—the theatrical technique of slicing open a cava bottle with a blade. Over 90 minutes, you'll learn the history and mechanics of this tradition, watch live demos, and take your turn decapitating a bottle of local Penedès cava with a machete. Afterwards, gather in a speakeasy setting to drink your spoils alongside cheese, olives, and bread.

From Louvre to Street Art - original museum guided tour (skip the line!)

This 2.5-hour Louvre tour bridges classical masterworks with contemporary street art, offering a fresh angle on the museum's most celebrated pieces. A licensed guide traces how modern artists have reinterpreted iconic works, weaving in lesser-known stories about the building itself and its underground artistic culture. Skip-the-line access gets you straight in. Ideal for mixed groups where tastes span both Renaissance paintings and urban creativity.

Ghosts of Old City Philadelphia

When Charlie from our team ran this two-hour evening walk through Philadelphia's Old City, we got the full gothic treatment: dark histories of yellow fever outbreaks, fatal duels, and gruesome accidents layered onto cobblestone streets that actually have the bones to back them up. The guide—APT-certified, which matters—threads together the grim bits with local lore, painting a neighbourhood that feels genuinely eerie after sunset. It's the kind of tour that works best if you're after stories with teeth rather than Instagram moments.

2 hoursfrom AUD $49

Chiang Mai Private Tourist Guide with Private Transportation

★ 5.0 (21)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Thailand

Chiang Mai Private Tourist Guide with Private Transportation

Spend a full day exploring Chiang Mai with your own guide and driver, crafting an itinerary around your interests. You'll visit 4–5 attractions depending on distance and travel time, gaining access to lesser-known corners of the city whilst learning from someone with genuine local knowledge. This is a flexible, personalised way to see the city at your own pace, stopping where you want and staying as long as you like.

12 hoursfrom AUD $369

Visits in Italian : Latin Quarter and the Seine ( 2 itineraries)

★ 5.0 (21)

🛕 Culture & History

France

Visits in Italian : Latin Quarter and the Seine ( 2 itineraries)

Explore Paris with a guide who speaks Italian, choosing between two distinct 2-hour routes through the city's most storied quarters. The Latin Quarter tour winds past Notre-Dame, the Panthéon and Shakespeare & Co on Monday and Friday mornings, while the Seine itinerary traces the royal heart—Île de la Cité, Sainte-Chapelle, Pont Neuf and the Louvre—on Tuesday and Saturday mornings. Both are intimate group experiences suited to all fitness levels.

Famous Hollywood Sign Electric Mountain Bike Tour

When Sarah from our team took this Hollywood Hills e-bike tour, it felt less like a workout and more like gliding through the city's most famous backdrop. You get fitted onto a proper Specialized eBike with full suspension, then spend two hours pedalling (with electric assist doing the heavy lifting) through scenic scrub and ridgelines above LA. The route swings past Lake Hollywood Park and deposits you near the Hollywood Sign itself—the actual structure looming above your handlebars. It's a slick operation: good bikes, a guide keeping pace, bottled water thrown in. The payoff is riding above that iconic white letters view and soaking in ocean-to-city panoramas without needing legs of steel.

Wine tasting in Strasbourg: discovery of Alsace wines

Spend 90 minutes exploring Alsace's distinctive wine landscape through guided tastings in Strasbourg's local bars and cellars. You'll sample at least six regional whites—dry, off-dry, and sweet varieties—while learning how terroir shapes each bottle's character. An English-speaking wine enthusiast leads groups of up to ten, sharing insights into Alsatian grape varieties and helping you identify your preferred styles. Available Thursday to Saturday afternoons and early evenings.

Private Day Cruise: Explore Cape Coral, Sanibel and Fort Myers

When Charlie from our team booked this private day cruise out of Cape Coral, we got a licensed captain, a decent-sized boat, and a flexible itinerary across Southwest Florida's waterways. The tour pivots around cruising the canal-lined Yacht Club area (where the big houses are), an optional lunch stop at a waterfront spot, and then heading toward either Sanibel Lighthouse or Fort Myers Beach for a Gulf swim. Water, life jackets and fuel are sorted; the whole thing runs 2–6 hours depending on what you book. It's low-key and family-friendly, with decent odds of spotting dolphins or manatees if you're patient.

2 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $417

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