Hand-picked tours, curated by travellers
Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.

Sand Hollow ATV Tour Private up to 4 people per vehicle
When Tom from our team took the Sand Hollow ATV tour out near St. George, Utah, we got behind the wheel of a brand-new Can-Am Turbo UTV and carved through some genuinely stunning red-rock country. It's a 3-hour private experience — your group gets your own vehicle (up to four per UTV), and you're the one driving. The outfit moves between Sand Hollow State Park's key spots: the Top of the World dunes, Glitter Mountain, the old Flintstones-style house, and the reservoir. The landscape here shifts between soft sand, harder-packed dirt, and views that stretch for miles. It's less about guided storytelling and more about the pure thrill of handling a proper machine in remarkable terrain.

Cathedral Tour of Seville Giralda and Barrio Santa Cruz All in One
This two-hour guided tour threads together Seville's three essential landmarks: the vast Gothic Cathedral housing Columbus's remains, the Giralda minaret with its city-wide vistas, and the winding streets of Barrio Santa Cruz. You'll move through centuries of Christian, Muslim and Jewish heritage with an official guide in a small group, discovering how Andalusian history layered itself across these squares and alleyways. Priority entry means no queuing at the Cathedral.

Half Day Private Walk Wade Guided Fly Fishing Jackson Hole
When Noah from our team booked this half-day wade in Jackson Hole, he found himself alone in the river with a guide and a fly rod—exactly the kind of focused fishing experience you don't often get on commercial trips. The walk-wade format means you're moving through the water rather than sitting in a boat, covering ground and reading the stream as you go. It's set up for all skill levels, from people who've never cast before to seasoned anglers chasing that one perfect trout. Four hours is tight but genuine, and the Wyoming landscape—big sky, cold water, mountains close—gives every moment weight.

1934 Revolution Tour
Walk through Oviedo with a historian to understand the 1934 Asturian uprising, a pivotal moment when workers seized control across the region. Over 100 minutes, you'll examine scarred buildings, burnt theatres, and occupied barracks while unpacking the revolution's origins, key figures, and contested narratives. This tour cuts through myth to show what actually happened when Spanish socialism clashed with the Republic.

2 Basque Country Private Tours from San Sebastian
A two-day private exploration of the Basque Country departing from San Sebastian, with your own guide and driver navigating three distinct route options. You'll visit museum highlights and key towns at your own pace, moving through the region by private vehicle. This setup works well if you prefer to skip the rush of group tours and want flexibility in where you linger. All entry fees and transport are covered; you arrange which itinerary suits your interests beforehand.

Private Boat Charter Explore Southern Gulf Islands Tour
When Tom from our team booked this private charter from Sidney near Victoria, he got exactly what he needed: a customizable 4-hour float around the Southern Gulf Islands with a captain steering and crew on hand. The beauty here is flexibility — you're not locked into a set itinerary, so whether you want to anchor near a lighthouse, hit a local winery, or just drift past rocky headlands with mates, the boat pivots to suit. It's the kind of experience that feels like borrowing a mate's boat, except someone else does the navigating and there's no stress about tides.

Futura Capri/Amalfi Private Boat Tour - Grottos' Visit
Cruise the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) or Capri aboard a restored Gozzo Sorrentino, built for six passengers plus crew. Spend between three and seven hours exploring sea caves, dramatic rock formations, and hidden coves. You'll steer the route—swim at Positano, hunt for the Emerald Grotto, or chase the Blue Grotto's legendary light. The boat stocks prosecco and local snacks; snorkeling gear and towels are yours to use. Bad weather means a full refund. It's a private flotilla for your group alone.

Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour
Squeeze Sydney's highlights and the Blue Mountains into a single day with a private driver and air-conditioned vehicle. You'll see the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, then head west to the World Heritage-listed ranges for sandstone cliffs, eucalypt forests, and native wildlife. The drive lets you sit back and absorb both the city's coastal sprawl and the mountains' ancient geology without rushing between public transport or tour groups. Suits anyone with 10–12 hours and a curious eye.

Hidden Osaka Foodie Tour: Nishinari Backstreets & Local Dining
A three-to-four-hour walking tour through Nishinari's neighbourhood laneways, hitting three local restaurants where you'll eat proper Osaka fare and sample drinks at each stop. You'll trace sections of an old samurai pilgrimage path and spot street art and weathered shopfronts whilst learning about the district's cultural fabric. Small groups (max five) mean you get genuine chat with owners and fellow walkers, and your money lands directly in family kitchens rather than corporate tills.

Volterra wines, sensory emotions of organic farming
Visit a small organic vineyard near Volterra where the winemaker Francesco practises what he calls 'living agriculture'—an approach that threads respect for nature through every bottle. Over 90 minutes, you'll taste four wines paired with house-made cured meats, local cheeses and bruschetta soaked in the estate's own olive oil. This is a quiet corner of Tuscany, deliberately away from the tourist trail, where you can ask proper questions and understand the philosophy behind the work.

Drumheller with Royal Tyrrell Museum, Dinosaurs & Hoodoos
When Noah from our BugBitten team did this 10-hour Drumheller loop from Calgary, it wasn't just another museum tick-box. The Royal Tyrrell Museum anchors the day, but the real magic is threading together the Badlands landscape—hoodoos, historic homesteads, a tiny chapel, old schoolhouse, and viewpoints that stretch for miles. You're basically road-tripping through 75 million years of geology and a century of prairie life, all wrapped in a guided route that actually flows. The Badlands have that vast, slightly eerie beauty that hits different in person.

Private Champagne Picnic on a Peak with Helicopter Ride
When Mia from our team booked this Queenstown experience, she got the full scenic treatment: a helicopter flight over Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps, then a gourmet picnic spread across a mountain peak. The whole thing runs 1–3.5 hours depending on weather and logistics. It's the kind of tour that draws couples after anniversaries and groups wanting to tick off a proper New Zealand moment without needing climbing skills or serious fitness. The scenery genuinely is stunning — think jagged peaks, clear lake vistas, and that rare quiet you only get at altitude.

Full Day Tour of Amalfi Coast and Capri
Spend seven hours exploring the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) and Capri aboard AQA38, a 13-metre yacht built for small groups. Chart your own course between Amalfi's clifftop villages, Positano's pastel-coloured terraces, and Capri's famous sea caves. The boat crew handles navigation while you decide where to linger—dive into turquoise coves, wander waterfront piazzas, or simply watch the limestone cliffs change colour as the sun shifts.

4Hrs with a Local in Amsterdam: Full Private & Personalized Tour.
When Tom from our team ran this private Amsterdam tour, we got a genuine sense of what makes the city tick — no script, no rushing through the standard stops. Your guide meets you wherever suits (hotel, airport, a canal corner) and builds the whole 4 hours around what actually interests you: maybe it's Noord's creative scene, a quiet neighbourhood most tourists miss, or a proper Dutch lunch spot. It's Amsterdam on your terms, at your pace, with someone who knows the backstreets and isn't reading from a clipboard.

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 Amalfi Coast Sightseeing Tour
An eight-hour private tour along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) in a climate-controlled car with a knowledgeable driver. You'll visit three coastal villages—Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello—moving at your own pace without the constraints of group schedules. Your driver acts as a local guide, sharing insights about the region's history and character while handling navigation so you can focus on the scenery and towns.

Ubud Tour : Jungle Swing - Campuhan Ridge Walk - Tegenungan Waterfall
Spend 8–10 hours exploring Ubud's quieter corners on a private tour that threads together rice paddies, a working coffee farm, a jungle swing, a ridge walk, and a cascading waterfall. You'll travel by air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver, stopping to move through the landscape rather than rush between checkboxes. The tour suits most fitness levels but isn't suitable for those with spinal issues, pregnancy, or significant cardiovascular concerns.

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.

Private Amalfi Coast Vintage Fiat 500 Tour: Positano to Amalfi
Pilot a cherry-red 1972 Fiat 500 along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most dramatic stretch, stopping at clifftop viewpoints between Positano and Amalfi. This three-hour drive treats the legendary SS163 road as your canvas—you'll photograph Praiano's pastel villages, the hidden Fiordo di Furore, and Amalfi's cathedral square. An hour of solo wandering in Amalfi lets you grab espresso or browse ceramics before returning downhill in your beloved Cinquecento.

PRIVATE Full-Day Siena and Chianti Classico Wine Experience.
Escape [Florence](/places/florence) for a full day in Tuscany's wine country with your own private minivan and driver. Start in Siena, wandering its medieval lanes and striped marble cathedral before heading into Chianti Classico. Visit working wineries and olive oil estates run by multigenerational families, taste their wines and sample cured meats and aged vinegars from a celebrated local butcher. The eight-hour journey includes hotel pickup and drop-off, chilled water, and wifi en route.

True Crime Walking Tour in the Buda Castle district
When Alex from our team did this Buda Castle walking tour, we got the real deal—a 2-hour dive into Budapest's actual murders and crimes told by an actor in full detective kit. You're threading cobblestone streets and hidden corners of the castle district while hearing properly researched cases tied to the exact spots they happened. It's eerie and theatrical without being tacky, set against genuinely stunning vistas of the city. Suits people after something darker than the standard sightseeing loop, though it's not a jump-scare haunted house affair.

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.

Livorno Shore Excursion: Pisa, Florence and Chianti Wine Private Day Trip
A nine-hour private tour departing from Livorno port that threads together Pisa's iconic landmarks and [Florence](/places/florence)'s Renaissance streets, finishing at a Chianti estate. You'll navigate both cities with a guide and driver, covering ground in an air-conditioned minivan before returning to the ship. The winery stop lets you taste local wines in a working vineyard setting, though tastings cost extra.

Tandem Skydive 16,500ft from Franz Josef
When Em from our team took the plunge at Skydive Franz, she strapped in at 16,500 feet with Aoraki/Mount Cook and the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers spreading out below—New Zealand's biggest peaks and ice fields right there in the frame. The three-hour experience (most of it pre-jump admin and gearing up) puts you in a tandem harness with an instructor, launching you over a landscape that swaps between jagged mountains, brilliant blue glacier lakes, rivers snaking through valleys, and the Tasman Sea glinting on the horizon. Multiple jump times mean you can fit it around your South Island itinerary, and shared transfers get you to the airfield and back.

Fish Cutting workshop in Kyoto Japan
Learn to fillet and prepare raw fish for sashimi in a hands-on two-and-a-half-hour workshop in Kyoto. Your instructor brings two decades of fish-shop experience to teach you the techniques that transform whole fish into restaurant-quality cuts. You'll process your own catch and eat what you've prepared, gaining genuine insight into Japanese culinary traditions and why the fish you handle yourself always tastes superior.

3-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Bali with Hotel Pickup
A three-day private tour across Bali's most significant temples, natural landmarks, and rural landscapes. You'll be collected from your hotel each morning and driven through the island in an air-conditioned minivan with your own English-speaking guide. Days take in the lakeside shrine at Ulundanu Bratan, the tiered gardens of Taman Ayun, the sacred spring pools at Tirta Empul, sunrise views from Mount Batur's slopes, the clifftop Uluwatu temple at dusk, emerald rice terraces at Tegalalang, and a working coffee plantation. Evenings return you to your accommodation.

Christmas Lights and Markets London Taxi Tour
When Alex from our team booked this Christmas lights taxi tour, we piled into a London black cab with a glass roof and did the festive rounds through central London. The 3-hour jaunt takes up to six of you past the season's best-lit streets, Christmas markets, and decorated landmarks, all narrated by your driver who chats about London's yuletide history. It's a low-effort way to catch the December sparkle without trudging around on foot—the city looks proper magical at night with the decorations strung everywhere, and you're warm and cosy inside the cab the whole time.

Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau
When Tom from our BugBitten team rolled up to Tauherenikau, he stepped straight into a working beekeeping operation to see how Manuka honey actually gets made. This small-group experience walks you through the entire process—from checking the hives through to bottling the finished product. It's hands-on without being fussy, pitched at everyone from curious newcomers to seasoned nature buffs. The whole thing runs about 75 minutes, set in countryside that feels properly removed from the bustle. You'll leave with a real sense of how much work goes into a jar of NZ's most prized honey.

Florence Walking Tour Explore Renaissance Gems and Wine Window
A two-hour guided walk through [Florence](/places/florence)'s Renaissance heart with a local expert. Start in San Lorenzo, absorb the Cathedral and Giotto's Tower in the Duomo piazza, drift through Dante's medieval lanes, then arrive at the buzzing Piazza della Signoria. You'll cross the Ponte Vecchio—famous for its jewellers and history—before stopping at a traditional wine window to taste local wine. Intimate groups mean you'll actually hear your guide over the crowds.

Florence Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo David Private Tour
Bypass the queues at [Florence](/places/florence)'s Accademia Gallery with a private 2-hour guided tour focused on Michelangelo's David. A specialist art historian walks you through the sculpture's creation, symbolism and the gallery's other masterworks. Choose morning or afternoon slots. Hotel pickup available from central Florence locations.

Kauai Island Private Guided Tour-Waimea Canyon from Lihue/Kapaa
When Em from our BugBitten team booked this private Kauai tour, we got a solid introduction to the island's standout spots—Waimea Canyon chief among them. You're picked up from Lihue or Kapaa in a comfortable air-con SUV and driven to whatever takes your fancy, with a local guide calling the shots on history, culture, and the quirks of the place. Six hours isn't loads of time, but it's enough to clock the dramatic red-rock canyon, a few quieter lookouts, and some proper local knowledge. The flat fee covers up to seven people, so it scales well for families or friend groups. It's a no-fuss way to see Kauai if you'd rather skip the tour-bus crowds.

90 minutes Photo Session in Rome
Work with a local photographer for 90 minutes capturing candid shots across Rome's most recognisable landmarks. Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with family, you'll explore spots like the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps while the photographer guides you through posing basics and composition. You'll walk away with 30+ edited images delivered online within days—genuine moments that showcase both your personality and the city's character, perfect for marking a special occasion or simply documenting your time here.

Mustang V8 U-Drive - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park
When Alex from our BugBitten team booked a 30-minute Mustang V8 drive at Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park near Cromwell, we found ourselves 45 minutes south of Queenstown in Central Otago's wine country, queuing alongside families, couples, and adrenaline seekers. The park's a sprawling facility that doubles as a genuine attraction—not just a drive-through novelty. You're suited up in proper racing kit, helmet to boots, then handed the keys to an honest-to-god American muscle car and pointed at a closed circuit. Half an hour behind the wheel is short but concentrated; it's what you do with it that counts.

Half-Day Sydney Rocks Walking and Bondi Beach City Tour
This 3.5-hour tour traces Sydney's colonial past through the Rocks, then heads east to Bondi for a beach break. You'll walk eight significant sites with a guide who'll explain how convicts and early settlers shaped this neighbourhood, then ride through leafy Eastern Suburbs before reaching Australia's most recognisable stretch of sand. An air-conditioned coach, water, and snacks are included; you get downtime at Bondi to swim, walk, or simply watch the ocean.

Portland Scenic Flight by Envi Adventures
When Sarah from our team booked this scenic flight with Envi Adventures, we got a proper bird's-eye view of Portland — the kind of thing you'd struggle to do any other way. The 40-minute loop takes you over the Willamette and Columbia Rivers, past downtown's bridges and high-rises, and if the clouds cooperate, Mt. Hood sits in the distance snow-capped and dramatic. It's a small-plane operation (not helicopter), so you're in a proper aircraft with a handful of other passengers, leaving from a modest airfield on Portland's edge. Weather dependent, naturally, but on a clear day this delivers the goods for anyone keen to see how the city and rivers all fit together from above.

Private Photo Shoot in Sunny Rome
Spend an hour with photographer Anastasia capturing Rome's landmarks on your terms. Choose your starting point—[Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza di Spagna, or Navona Square—and roam the streets together while she frames your moments against centuries of architecture. You'll receive 30 polished images within three days, plus unedited originals the next day, turning a single afternoon into a portfolio of memories.

Private, via beaches, Kiwi farm to Rotorua 8 lakes & Geothermal
When Mia from our BugBitten team booked this private tour, we got a proper north-to-south slice of the North Island's geology and culture in one day. You start at the beach near Mount Maunganui, then climb inland to Rotorua's geothermal heartland — stopping at a working kiwifruit farm, a Maori village with live performance, steaming mud pools, and a string of crater lakes. The whole thing runs 7–8 hours with a local guide driving an air-con minivan, and it's built for cruise passengers and small groups alike.

The Godfather & Taormina: Private Shore Excursion Messina Port
Skip the port queues and explore Taormina's hilltop charm on your own schedule. This private excursion whisks you straight from Messina cruise terminal to Sicily's most photogenic coastal town, then climbs to the medieval village of Castelmola for sweeping views. Your local guide handles navigation while you soak in the baroque architecture, Greek theatre ruins, and Ionian Sea vistas. Five to six hours gives you breathing room to wander cobbled streets without rushing back to the ship.

Luxury Tour from Positano to Pompei Ravello Amalfi
Eight-hour private tour of the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) connecting Positano, Ravello, Amalfi and Pompeii. Your English-speaking driver navigates the dramatic clifftop roads, stopping at each destination to explore pastel-hued fishing villages, hilltop towns with sweeping vistas, and historic sites. Travel time is built into the itinerary, allowing you to move at a leisurely pace between stops rather than rushing through packed schedules. The air-conditioned vehicle includes water and WiFi, with parking handled throughout.
