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Food Tour of Local Orlando's Ivanhoe Village

★ 5.0 (48)

🍜 Food & Cooking

United States

Food Tour of Local Orlando's Ivanhoe Village

When Alex from our team ran the Ivanhoe Village food tour, we found it less about ticking boxes and more about actually getting to know Orlando through the people and plates that shape the neighbourhood. It's a three-hour ramble through a historic Main Street district—five restaurant stops, each with a tasting that builds into a proper meal. The vibe is deliberately low-key; small groups, scenic lake glimpses, street murals, and the kind of local storytelling that makes a place click. Choose brunch (with a drink included) or afternoon timing to suit your day.

3 hours – 3h 10mfrom AUD $134

Bicycle Tours Hanoi: Full Day Bicycle Tours City & Countryside

★ 5.0 (48)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Vietnam

Bicycle Tours Hanoi: Full Day Bicycle Tours City & Countryside

Eight hours pedalling through Hanoi on two wheels, moving from colonial boulevards to rural villages north of the city. You'll cover key landmarks—the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, Tran Quoc Temple—then swap tarmac for dirt tracks alongside the Red River. Lunch happens at a local family's home in a working village, followed by loops around West Lake and Truc Bach Lake. The route threads through narrow alleys and crosses the historic Long Bien Bridge, finishing with tea and conversation in someone's living room.

8 hoursfrom AUD $126

Dingle: Hour Slea Head Drive Tour 4hr - Personal Chauffeur Guide

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Ireland

Dingle: Hour Slea Head Drive Tour 4hr - Personal Chauffeur Guide

When Alex from our BugBitten team booked this private Slea Head Drive tour, we got a proper luxury spin around one of Ireland's most scenic coastal loops. You're collected in a Mercedes S-Class and driven by an accredited guide who actually knows the Dingle Peninsula — the winding headland roads, the Irish-speaking villages, the clifftop views that make your phone camera feel inadequate. Four hours gives you time to stop, breathe, and absorb the landscape without feeling rushed. It's the kind of tour that trades the tour-bus crowd for a quieter, more personal take on one of the country's prettiest corners.

Private Wine Tour of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl

When Charlie from our BugBitten team ran this private wine tour through Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, we got the full Cape Winelands experience without the tour-bus crowds. A specialist guide steers you through three premium tastings at award-winning estates, each one planted beneath those massive oak trees and mountain backdrops the region's famous for. The day stretches 7–8 hours and feels unhurried — you taste proper wines, soak in the rustic grandeur of the valleys, and the guide tailors stops to what you actually want to drink. It's the kind of afternoon that justifies the private-car expense.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $341

★ 5.0 (48)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Tour - Ancient Ostia

Walk through Ostia, Rome's ancient port city, with a private guide across three hours. The archaeological site stands as one of Italy's most intact Roman settlements, revealing layers of imperial history through temples, theatres, apartments and shops. You'll trace how merchants, priests and ordinary residents moved through daily life—religion, trade, leisure—treading the same stone paths they used two millennia ago. The ruins tell a continuous story from early settlement through decline, offering tangible insight into what made Rome an empire.

Private Group Surf Lesson

When Lily from our BugBitten team booked a private surf lesson in Hawaii, what struck us was how straightforward the whole thing felt — no pressure, no solo strangers, just your crew in the water together. You'll get a couple of hours on the board with gear sorted, the vibe is relaxed, and you don't need to have stood on a surfboard before. It's the kind of thing that works whether you're keen to actually learn or just want an excuse to muck about in the ocean with mates.

Rome's Dark Side: Ghosts, Scandals and Crypts - Small Group Tour

A two-hour walking tour through Rome's back alleys that peels back layers of sanctioned history to reveal executions, papal corruption, and the shadowy confraternity that managed the city's dead. You'll descend into a crypt sealed for decades beneath a skull-adorned church, where bone chandeliers and named remains tell the story of those tasked with disposing of Rome's forgotten bodies. Conducted in small groups after tourist hours through the historical centre.

Sunset Meteora Tour on E-Bike

When Alex from our BugBitten team tackled the Sunset Meteora Tour on an e-bike, we found it a genuinely clever way to cover this otherworldly landscape without arriving knackered. Meteora is a surreal cluster of towering rock pillars dotted with monasteries in central Greece — the kind of place that stops you mid-pedal. This 3.5-hour loop mixes a slow-to-moderate pace with frequent stops at the best viewpoints, plus detours to quieter corners most visitors miss. Local guides steer you through the geology and history while the light does its thing across the rocks. The e-assist handles the climbs, leaving you energy for actually looking around.

The Tate Modern London - Exclusive Guided Museum Tour

When Jake from our team did the Tate Modern guided tour, we got a proper walkthrough of one of London's most buzzing art spaces without needing to be a gallery regular to appreciate it. The 2-hour exclusive tour takes you through a converted power station that's now packed with modern and contemporary work—sculptures, installations, the lot. It's a central London spot that draws everyone from serious art heads to curious tourists just ticking it off the list, and the guide unpacks what you're actually looking at in plain language.

Bicycle Tours Hanoi: Full Day Bicycle Tour Hanoi Countryside

Pedal through Hanoi's countryside on this eight-hour bicycle loop that trades city chaos for rural rhythms. You'll follow the Red River's path past working villages, stop at a local market brimming with produce and chatter, cross the storied Long Bien Bridge, and share lunch with a farming family in their home. The route moves at a gentle pace, revealing how ordinary people live beyond the capital's streets.

Thai Cooking Class at Tingly Thai Cooking School in Bangkok

Learn to cook four authentic Thai dishes at Tingly Thai Cooking School in [Bangkok](/places/bangkok) over three and a half hours. You'll work through techniques designed to stick with you, building confidence in the kitchen so you can recreate these meals at home. The school focuses on practical skills rather than showmanship, ensuring you leave with real knowledge and a satisfying meal you've prepared yourself.

Crystal River Inshore Fishing Charter

When Sarah from our team booked a Crystal River inshore charter, she got a proper taste of Florida's coastal fishing without the usual tourist mill. The waterways here cut through mangrove-lined tributaries and shallow bays—it's genuinely quieter than the usual spots, and the ecosystem supports everything from redfish to snapper depending on the season. The boat's small enough to slip into backcountry creeks, and even when the wind picks up, your guide knows where to find protection. It's 4–8 hours depending on what you book, and you leave with gear, licence, and knowhow in hand.

4 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $848

6hr Small Group Peak District Highlights eBike Tour

★ 5.0 (48)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

6hr Small Group Peak District Highlights eBike Tour

When Ben from our team tried this Peak District eBike tour, we found a smart way to cover serious ground without needing pro-level fitness. The 6-hour guided loop takes you through quiet country lanes, hidden trails, and past proper landmarks — villages, pubs, historic spots — with electric bikes doing the grunt work on climbs. It's the Midlands' rolling moorland and dales, packed with walkers and fellow cyclists, especially weekends. You're on two wheels the whole time, stopping at viewpoints and attractions, with a guide steering you to spots most day-trippers miss.

6 hoursfrom AUD $212

Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Tacos, Margaritas, and History

★ 5.0 (48)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Raleigh Guided E-Bike Tour: Tacos, Margaritas, and History

When Sarah from our team pedalled this Raleigh tour, she found a solid blend of local flavour and easy-going storytelling. You're riding smooth trails and quiet streets for 3–4 hours on e-bikes (motor does the heavy lifting), stopping for tacos, margaritas, and doses of North Carolina history — from NASCAR roots to moonshining lore to the Neuse River's role. The vibe is relaxed and social; you'll hear from locals and pick up proper regional context without the lecture-hall feel. Good for travellers who want some pedalling, some fuel, and some stories, without sweating bullets.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $168

Forest Park Carbon Gravel Bike and E-Bike Tour

★ 5.0 (48)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United States

Forest Park Carbon Gravel Bike and E-Bike Tour

When Charlie from our team took this out, we rolled 28km from Old Town through Portland's Pearl District and Nob Hill before hitting Forest Park — a 2000-hectare slab of car-free gravel trails carved into the West Hills. Your guide points out the cultural landmarks as you ride, then you're into proper forest, towering trees overhead, glimpses of the city dropping away below. The whole loop takes about three and a half hours. It's billed at fit beginner level and up, with e-bike options for those wanting an easier spin.

Private tour of the island of Ischia with Gozzo Aprea 35ft

Spend seven hours exploring Ischia aboard a private 35ft Gozzo, anchoring at volcanic hot springs and secluded coves around Italy's verdant spa island. Your skipper navigates you past thermal waters at Sorgeto and the pastel-hued fishing village of Sant'Angelo, with time to swim and snorkel in crystalline bays. Includes all equipment, refreshments, and pickup from your nearest port.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1166

South Bali Private Day Tour Uluwatu, GWK, Pandawa and Melasti

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Indonesia

South Bali Private Day Tour Uluwatu, GWK, Pandawa and Melasti

A 10-hour private tour threading South Bali's cultural and coastal highlights. Start at Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, then tackle the clifftop temple at Uluwatu before lunch at Lumbung Sari Pecatu. The afternoon pivots to Pandawa and Melasti beaches for swimming and downtime. Your own driver navigates the routes; you set the rhythm across temples, carved landscapes, and sand.

10 hoursfrom AUD $42

Warsaw Photographer - One Hour 200 Photos

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Poland

Warsaw Photographer - One Hour 200 Photos

When Ben from our team booked this Warsaw photography session, we expected a quick snap-happy hour—instead got a proper portrait experience. You're paired with a local photographer who scouts the city's best backdrops (think old town squares, riverside corners, architectural pockets) and shoots around 200 frames in 60 minutes. The kicker: one flat rate covers your whole crew, couple, or family, so the maths works in your favour if you're travelling in a group. You walk away with 10 polished edits delivered within 48 hours—no blurry phone shots, no endless selfie resets, just usable images you'll actually want to share and print.

Sweets and Slices Greenwich Village Walking Food Tour

When Jake from our BugBitten team ran this Greenwich Village food tour, it delivered exactly what it promised: a 2–3 hour wander through one of New York's most storied neighborhoods, stopping at five or six spots for slices, sweets, and bites curated by someone who's actually lived in the city for decades. You'll hit the famous pop-culture landmarks—Taylor Swift's old place, the FRIENDS building, Washington Square—but the real draw is the food: proper pizza from a third-gen slice shop, banana pudding, a standout cookie, a New Yorker's margherita take, and an award-winning cupcake. It's the kind of tour where the guide knows the neighbourhood inside out, and the stops feel genuine rather than touristy.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $106

Albaicin and Sacromonte - The Charm of Granada

★ 5.0 (47)

🛕 Culture & History

Spain

Albaicin and Sacromonte - The Charm of Granada

Explore Granada's two most atmospheric neighbourhoods on foot over two hours. Navigate the Albaicín's winding lanes past whitewashed buildings and soak in views of the [Alhambra](/places/alhambra), then venture into Sacromonte to discover cave homes and flamenco heritage. You'll walk with a local guide and decide what the experience was worth at the end—no fixed price.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $2

★ 5.0 (47)

✈️ Transfers

United States

Fort Lauderdale Private Party bus

When Alex from our team booked this Fort Lauderdale private party bus, it felt like the right move for a group needing actual comfort over cramped rideshare stacking. You're looking at a 3-hour stint in a Mercedes Sprinter that seats 14, done up with leather captain chairs, a decent sound system, and WiFi — the sort of setup that makes a night out or airport run feel less like being shuttled and more like arriving somewhere. The drivers show up uniformed and professional, vehicles are county and state approved, and they'll pick you up from your hotel or ferry you point-to-point across Florida. It's positioned squarely at the corporate and executive market, but works for any group that doesn't want to wrangle separate cars or trust a regular coach service.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1123

3-Day Private Tour of Incredible Beijing Highlights

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

China

3-Day Private Tour of Incredible Beijing Highlights

When Jake from our BugBitten team ran this 3-day private Beijing tour, he ticked off five major sites—Great Wall at Mutianyu, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and Ming Tombs—without the stress of working out logistics himself. It's a straightforward hit list for first-timers who want the classics done properly. Hotel pickup and drop-off take the headache out of navigating the city, and you get a dedicated guide and driver for the full stretch. The pace is solid but demands decent fitness; this isn't a leisurely stroll.

E-Bike Tours in Yellowstone National Park

When Jake from our team tackled this e-bike route around Bunsen Peak, we found ourselves pedalling through genuine backcountry without the crowds of the main park loop. The e-assist helps on climbs, but don't mistake that for easy — this is a proper workout over rough, uneven ground with some sharp descents that demand real bike handling. You're after wildlife spotting and solitude in Yellowstone's less-visited terrain, and that's what you get over 4–5 hours. The landscape shifts constantly: lodgepole forest, open meadows, geothermal features off to the side. It's not a casual roll.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $353

Bali Spiritual Shamanic-Palm Reading, Temple Healing Tour

★ 5.0 (47)

🛕 Culture & History

Indonesia

Bali Spiritual Shamanic-Palm Reading, Temple Healing Tour

Spend 6–8 hours with a Balinese shaman or palm reader exploring spiritual healing practices rooted in local tradition. The tour weaves together one-on-one consultations, temple meditation, and ritual purification at sacred water sites, culminating in a visit to the 11th-century Elephant Cave Temple. You'll receive a sarong, make offerings, and participate in cleansing ceremonies designed to shift stagnant energy. Hotel pickup and a live guide are included.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $106

Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Day Tour

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

China

Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Day Tour

When Sarah from our BugBitten team booked this private tour, we got a dedicated guide and driver for the full 8.5 hours—just our group, no crowds. The day hits two Beijing heavyweights: Mutianyu Great Wall, a less-trampled section with forested slopes about an hour north of the city, and the Summer Palace, an imperial retreat sprawled across gardens and lakes. Pick-up timing is flexible, which matters when you're juggling jet lag. The guide handles the talking while your driver handles the traffic. It's a solid option if you want to cover both sites without herding through tour-group chaos.

8h 30mfrom AUD $303

Athens Acropolis and Highlights Half Day Tour

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Greece

Athens Acropolis and Highlights Half Day Tour

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this half-day tour around Athens, we found a straightforward way to tick the Acropolis and key city sights without the grind of public transport. It's a five-hour private minivan job with an air-conditioned cabin, on-board WiFi, and a driver who knows the city's layered history. You're looking at a mix of sites and some driving commentary rather than long guided walks — good for folks who want the overview without exhaustion, and families after a comfortable ride. Not a deep dive, but solid if you're short on time or feet.

5 hoursfrom AUD $651

Half Day Tour around Sofia and the mountains with Thermal Spa

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Bulgaria

Half Day Tour around Sofia and the mountains with Thermal Spa

When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this half-day circuit, it felt like getting the highlights of Sofia and the surrounding mountains without the full-day commitment. You start at the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, drive up to Kopitoto TV tower on Vitosha mountain for 360-degree city views, then drop into the 900-year-old Boyana Church before lunch at a traditional spot. The finish is the real drawcard: a soak in the natural hot mineral pools at Pancharevo Lake with the water steaming against mountain backdrop. Six hours moves at a decent clip, so you're getting a flavour rather than depth.

British Museum In-Depth Private Guided Tour

When Sarah from our team ran this 3-hour private tour, we got the full British Museum masterclass — no rushing past the good stuff. Your guide steers you through Ancient Egypt, the Parthenon Marbles, Viking hoards, mummies, and those famous Harry Potter chess pieces, plus tucked-away gems most tourists miss. The beauty of going private is you set the pace and focus on what actually grabs you, rather than following the herd through gallery after gallery. London's museum crowd can be intense, so having someone in your corner who knows the collection inside-out makes a real difference.

Private 3 hours Island of Capri tour

A three-hour private boat tour circling Capri's rugged coastline, taking in sea caves, the famous Faraglioni stacks, Villa Malaparte's clifftop architecture, and Marina Piccola before a swim stop in transparent waters. Run by a family outfit with three decades' experience, the tour balances traditional local knowledge with modern comfort, offering snorkelling kit and a guide who knows where the crowds aren't.

Authentic Balinese Cooking Class in Ubud

Learn to cook Balinese dishes in someone's home kitchen in Ubud, where you'll prep ingredients at the local market before class (morning sessions only), then cook lunch alongside your host. You'll pick up techniques for everyday Balinese meals, hear stories about local life, and eat what you've made. The experience runs half a day with pickup and drop-off included within Ubud.

Surfnesia Surf Lesson and Guiding

A two-hour guided session in Bali that teaches you to read waves and catch your first rides. You'll learn ocean safety fundamentals and the mechanics of standing up on a board, whether you're starting from scratch or polishing beginner skills. The outfit partners with the World Surf League and provides all gear—boards, rashguards, sun protection—so you show up ready to paddle out.

Mount batur jeep sunrise and hotsrping tour

This pre-dawn jeep excursion takes you up Mount Batur to catch sunrise over Bali's volcanic landscape, followed by exploration of the black lava fields. You'll be collected from your hotel in the dark, driven up the mountain in a four-wheel drive, and positioned to watch the sun break across the caldera. After sunrise, your guide walks you through the lava formations, explaining the volcano's geology and history. The full experience takes most of the morning and includes transport, entrance fees, hot drinks, and water.

Exclusive tour with typical Gozzo

Explore the dramatic coastline of Santa Maria di Leuca aboard a Cranchi speedboat with a skipper who knows these waters intimately. This three-hour cruise traces sea caves along both the eastern and western shores, punctuated by two swimming breaks in secluded coves where you can snorkel or simply float. The vessel is fitted with cushioned seating, a small bar, shaded awning, and a freshwater shower—designed for comfort without sacrificing access to the water.

Semi Private Pizza Making Class with Wine and Suppli

Learn to make Roman pizza, supplì, and Nutella-filled pastries alongside a MasterChef Italia instructor in a luxury cooking school kitchen. This three-hour class welcomes groups of up to six at individual workstations, starting with prosecco and antipasti, moving through dough-making for teglia pizza and focaccia, then deep-fried rice balls with mozzarella, and finishing with a sweet dough pocket. You'll eat everything you've made with fellow students over wine and limoncello, taking home a digital recipe collection.

3 hoursfrom AUD $198

Messina Private Excursion: Godfather, Taormina & Castelmola

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Messina Private Excursion: Godfather, Taormina & Castelmola

A privately driven excursion from Messina cruise terminal to the clifftop village of Taormina and the medieval hilltop town of Castelmola, tasting Sicilian cannoli and local wine along the way. Your English-speaking driver navigates the winding Sicilian roads while you skip the crowds—perfect for those wanting substance without the tour-bus shuffle. Five to six hours total, with guaranteed return to your ship on schedule.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $282

★ 5.0 (47)

🐠 Water Activities

Norway

Explore Tromso Kaldfjord by Sailboat

When Em from our BugBitten team sailed out to Kaldfjord near Tromsø, we found ourselves on a proper Norwegian adventure—five hours aboard a small sailboat with just a handful of other travellers and a skipper who knew these waters. The fjord itself is dramatic: steep mountains, clean water, and the kind of quiet you don't get on busier routes. The format sits somewhere between active sailing and leisurely day trip, with a genuine fishing element that actually pays off (literally—your catch becomes lunch). Small groups keep it intimate rather than theme-park-like, and the cabin's there when the Arctic wind picks up.

Punta Cana Catamaran Cruise with Water Slide, BBQ & Snorkeling

When Charlie from our team tried this Punta Cana catamaran, we had the boat to ourselves — a private setup that changes the whole vibe. You're looking at four hours on the water with a built-in water slide, snorkelling gear, and a decent barbecue spread. The crew handles transfers from your accommodation, stock the bar with rum and beer, and keep the drinks flowing while you drift along the Dominican coastline. It's the kind of tour that works well for groups who want to skip the cattle-boat experience and actually relax without a hundred other tourists jostling for deck space.

4 hoursfrom AUD $3235

★ 5.0 (47)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Private Pro Photoshoot in Lanzarote

A 90-minute professional photo session capturing you across Lanzarote's most photogenic landscapes. Work with a photographer who'll scout scenic spots, direct your shots, and deliver 60 polished digital images. Bring your own camera or phone if you'd like feedback on your technique—the photographer offers practical pointers to sharpen your eye.

Wonderful Ravenna, visit 3 UNESCO sites with a local guide on a private tour

Silvia guides you through Ravenna's three most significant UNESCO-protected sites, revealing how this city served as capital three times across two centuries of Roman and Byzantine rule. In just two hours, you'll navigate the hushed interiors of these basilicas to study the glittering mosaics that have survived over 1,500 years largely intact. Each site tells a distinct chapter of late antiquity, from imperial decline through Eastern Orthodox dominance, with Silvia unpacking the historical layers that shaped medieval Europe.

Boat Tour in Cagliari Saddle of the Devil Stops Swimming Snorkeling

Explore Cagliari's dramatic coastline aboard a skippered boat, visiting four swimming spots in sheltered bays along the Sella del Diavolo. This three-hour coastal cruise reaches sea-only coves, including the historic Grotta dei Colombi cave near Sant'Elia's old quarter. Small groups (maximum 12) snorkel in gin-clear waters with all gear provided, whilst curated music sets the pace. Fuel, insurance and refreshments included.

3 hoursfrom AUD $90

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