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

Hoi An Ancient Town Walk and Taste Local Flavors
Walk through Hoi An's layered past with a local guide who reads the town like a text—pointing out architectural details and the neighbourhoods' evolution while you stop at modest family kitchens for proper meals. Over three to four hours, you'll taste Cao lầu, Bánh mì, Mì Quảng and chè xí mà between visits to the town's defining buildings and laneways. Small groups mean the pace stays unhurried, your questions get answered, and you're not herded through but genuinely welcomed into how Hoi An works.

Magic on Canvas Painting Class at Artful Soul Santa Fe
When Jake from our team rolled into Artful Soul near Santa Fe's central plaza, he found himself in a small-group acrylic painting class run by Laura Tarnoff, a fine artist with three decades of teaching behind her. The studio sits right downtown, tucked into the heart of the city's creative quarter. Over two and a half hours, Jake tackled colour and composition with just five other people in the room, picking from subject options ranging from New Mexico landscapes and adobe architecture to wildlife studies. He walked out with a finished 11-by-14 stretched canvas and the kind of surprise confidence that comes from actually making something rather than just thinking about it.

Ubud Tour - Highlights of Ubud
Pack a full day into Ubud's cultural heartland with a private driver navigating you between waterfalls, ancient temples, and the island's most photogenic rice paddies. This single-day loop covers the essentials: misty cascades at Tegenungan, the macaques of the Monkey Forest, a Hindu spring temple, terraced farmland, and a working coffee plantation where you'll taste beans roasted by hand. Lunch overlooks jungle canopy and paddies. Suits any fitness level.

Private Capri Luxury Boat Experience: Cruise, Swim & Sunbathe
Sail your own private Tornado 38 yacht from Sorrento along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) to Capri for seven hours of coastal exploration. Anchor in secluded bays to swim in clear Mediterranean waters, visit the celebrated Blue Grotto and quieter Green and White Grottos, then sunbathe on the spacious teak deck whilst your English-speaking skipper navigates past dramatic cliffsides and pastel villages. Complimentary towels, drinks and snacks keep you refreshed throughout.

Private Morning Sail/ Dolphin Tour on 50ft Fate, BYOB or Catering
When Charlie from our team sailed Fate, a 50-footer out of downtown Charleston, we got a proper taste of the harbour without the tourist-trap vibes. The boat's sleek—teak appointments below, plenty of deck space—and the crew lets you call the shots: go full history-buff with narration toward Fort Sumter or the Ravenel Bridge, or kick back with a playlist and watch for dolphins. Two to four hours depending on wind and your mood. Water and soft drinks are on the house; bring your own grog or splurge on catering (charcuterie, wine, champagne) through their partner. It's been the top-rated activity on TripAdvisor for over a decade, and after a morning out there, we get why.

Learn how to make Amalfi limoncello
Master the art of Amalfi limoncello-making in this hands-on session at the heart of town. You'll start by learning what separates genuine limoncello from inferior versions, then walk through maceration, production and bottling techniques step by step. Taste the finished product at proper temperature, discover how this local spirit earned its 'golden' reputation, and craft your own batch using a family recipe passed down through generations. Leave with techniques to replicate at home.

Paris Sweet & Chocolate Family Treasure Hunt
A two-hour guided hunt through Saint-Germain-des-Prés where children crack clues to locate Paris's finest chocolate and pastry shops. You'll stop at seven different makers—from the city's oldest chocolate factory to celebrated macaron and caramel specialists—collecting tastings along the way. The route finishes with seasonal sweets: ice-cream in summer, hot chocolate in winter. An expert guide keeps the pace playful and the knowledge genuine.

Southampton Port to London - Transfer with Sightseeing
When Jake from our team booked this Southampton-to-London transfer, what could've been a tedious motorway slog turned into a proper road trip. You're chauffeured in a Land Rover Discovery by someone who actually knows the countryside they're driving through — built-in flexibility means you can hit Stonehenge, Windsor, or veer off onto quieter backroads depending on how much time you've got. It's a small family operation that'll tailor the route to what interests you, so no two trips are the same. Runs anywhere from 4 to 10 hours depending on stops and detours.

Rome in Golf Cart 4 hours Private Tour with Pickup from hotel
This 4-hour private golf cart tour navigates Rome's tight medieval streets, reaching corners larger vehicles can't access. Starting from your hotel in the historic centre, you'll weave past the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, Roman Forum, and finish at the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum). The bumpy cobblestone ride comes with frequent photo stops and close-up views of ancient doorways and hidden courtyards. A driver-guide handles navigation while you soak in the layered geography of the Eternal City.

Hoang Spa Thai Massage
Hoang Spa in Vietnam offers traditional Thai massage in thoughtfully designed treatment rooms. You'll choose from a menu of techniques—vigorous stretching and manipulation work, available with or without oils—tailored to your preference and time available. Each session pairs skilled hands-on therapy with a serene setting designed to quieten racing thoughts and release physical tension. A welcome drink eases you in.

Private Extended Colosseum & Roman Forum With SUPER Sites Tour
Trace the lives of gladiators, emperors and ordinary citizens across Rome's most significant ancient sites on this four-hour private tour. You'll access the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s interior, walk through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, and enter restricted archaeological zones including the frescoed Aula Isiaca shrine and imperial residences. Your accredited guide reveals the daily rhythms and pivotal moments that shaped classical civilisation, moving beyond surface-level sightseeing into the layered complexity of life in ancient Rome.

Kanazawa Machiya: Private Tea Ceremony with a Local Tea Master
When Tom from our team booked this private tea ceremony in Kanazawa's Nishi Chaya geisha district, he got the real deal: a 70-minute session in a 100-year-old machiya with Yuta, a tea master who's spent 19 years perfecting the Enshu-ryū tradition rooted in samurai culture. No group sessions, no strangers—just your crew in an intimate tatami room with a proper tokonoma alcove. You'll watch the ceremony unfold, whisk your own matcha, nibble traditional sweets, ask anything that comes to mind, and leave with a commemorative photo. Same-day bookings are possible if you're flexible.

Private Unseen Authentic Santorini Half Day Island Tour
When Ben from our BugBitten team ran this half-day Santorini tour, it delivered on its promise: quiet corners of the island that tour buses never reach. You're driven through the central-southern area in a private vehicle—no crowds, no tat shops, just the real working side of the island. Four to five hours gets you into villages locals actually inhabit, past the postcard spots, and back before the afternoon heat kicks in. It's a solid choice if you've done Oia and want to see what Santorini looks like when the cruise ships aren't looking.

Private Swiss Alps helicopter tour over snow covered mountain peaks and glaciers
When Jake from our team booked this 42-minute helicopter flight from Bern-Belp airport, we knew we were after the Swiss Alps' heavy hitters — the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. The tour climbs straight into the high peaks, banking past the Eiger's north face and sweeping over Jungfraujoch glacier country. Your pilot narrates the landscape below: geology, local history, the works. It's a small-group affair with proper headsets so you can actually hear the commentary over the rotor noise. The vibe is controlled adventure — thrills without the adrenaline-junkie edge.

Private 90 Minute Tiki Boat Tour on Fort Myers Beach
When Charlie from our team booked a private tiki boat on Fort Myers Beach, we got the whole vessel to ourselves—no strangers, no rushed itinerary, just our crew and a local captain keen to actually chat and point out what matters. Ninety minutes exploring the water around Fort Myers, whether you're after sunset, dolphins, or simply floating with mates and your own drinks. It's locally owned and run, which shows in the personal touches: they'll adjust the route based on what you want to see, the boat's got real space, and the BYOB setup is genuinely sorted.

Private day tour: Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.
This private 7–8 hour tour threads you along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s legendary corniche, hitting Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. Your driver navigates the hairpin bends whilst you soak in views from the air-conditioned vehicle, stopping for photos and local context at each village. Wander the narrow streets of Positano's pastel quarters, explore Amalfi's cathedral piazza, and catch Ravello's clifftop vistas—all at your own pace, without a rigid itinerary.

Daruma Workshop by Making your Own Japanese Souvenir in Shinjuku
Paint and decorate your own daruma doll at this Shinjuku workshop, choosing from traditional washi paper designs to create a bespoke keepsake. Located minutes from Shinjuku Gyoen, KUROMAMEDO offers a hands-on introduction to Japanese folk crafts in a welcoming space designed for international visitors. The 90-minute session includes green tea, a seasonal snack, and a small gift to take home.

Provence Wine Tour - Private Day Tour from Cannes
Spend eight hours exploring three distinct Provence vineyards with your own wine specialist, departing from your Cannes accommodation. You'll taste roughly fifteen wines across reds, whites and rosés, learning how regional terroir shapes each bottle. The journey weaves through legendary wine country with two millennia of production methods on display. Hotel pick-up and air-conditioned transport are included; lunch isn't, though vineyards and nearby medieval villages offer options.

Οlive oil tour & tasting by Markellos Olive
When Ben from our team visited Markellos Olive in the Peloponnese, we found a genuinely family-run mill that takes tasting seriously. The tour runs about an hour and weaves together a walk through working olive groves, a peek at how oil actually gets made, and a structured tasting of four award-winning Greek EVOOs. There's a VR bit thrown in (less gimmick than you'd expect) and proper food — fresh bread, bruschetta, a small salad — that grounds the experience in real hospitality rather than tourist theatre. It's the kind of place where you learn something without feeling lectured.

Luxury Boat Private Tour to Favignana and Levanzo in Sicily
Spend eight hours aboard a top-tier motor yacht exploring the Egadi Islands off Sicily's northwest coast. You'll visit Favignana and Levanzo, swimming and paddleboarding in gin-clear waters, whilst a professional skipper handles navigation and a crew attends to your needs. Sicilian antipasti and champagne feature throughout, with snorkelling gear provided. The boats—Capelli Tempest 1000 and Altamarea Wave 35—prioritise space and comfort over cramped touring.

Private tour of Pompeii with archaeologist - 3 hours.
Walk through Pompeii's preserved streets and homes with an archaeologist who unpicks the site's layered history. This private three-hour tour moves at your pace through markets, temples and domestic quarters buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD—then forgotten until systematic excavations began in the 1740s. Your guide reveals how ordinary Romans actually lived, reading the archaeological evidence aloud as you stand in their houses and gather spaces.

Self Drive Boat Hire Sydney Harbour (No license required)
Take the helm of Coral, a compact cruiser that lets you navigate Sydney Harbour at your own pace without needing a skipper's ticket or prior experience. This seven-hour hire suits up to six people and includes a safety briefing to get you confident on the water. Putter along at a relaxed 11 km/h, spotting the Opera House and coastal views from your own floating platform. The boat has sheltered inside and outside seating, a cabin to duck into, and a deck table perfect for spreading out a picnic.

Hourly Electric Bike Rental in Solana Beach
When Mia from our team rented an e-bike in Solana Beach, we found ourselves with a proper self-guided freedom ticket along one of Southern California's cleanest stretches of coast. The setup is dead simple: grab your e-bike, helmet, and lock, study the provided area map, and pedal from Del Mar down through Carlsbad at your own pace. The whole vibe is relaxed beachside town hopping, with Highway 101 running a dedicated bike lane for most of it. An hour gives you genuine explore time without feeling rushed, though the battery won't quit on you if you want to stretch it.

La Jolla Cove Guided Snorkeling Tour with Sea Lions and Sea Caves
When Em from our team suited up for this La Jolla Cove snorkel, we were after the marine life and the sea lions—and the tour delivered both. You're dropped into one of Southern California's richest underwater reserves for 90 minutes, swimming alongside curious pinnipeds, poking into sea caves carved into dramatic cliffs, and spotting the brilliant orange of Garibaldi fish. It's a small-group operation with solid gear included (wetsuits, fins, mask, snorkel) and guides who know the water. The catch: you need genuine swimming chops and reasonable fitness, and no flotation gear is allowed—this isn't a gentle paddle.

Kyoto Gion Early Morning Walking Tour
Beat the tour buses through Kyoto's most atmospheric quarter on this three-hour early morning walk. Your English-speaking guide leads you past geisha houses and lantern-lit alleys in Gion, takes in the vermillion torii gates at Yasaka Shrine, climbs to Kiyomizu-dera's wooden platform for city views, then descends through the souvenir-laden lanes of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka. Streets are quiet, light is golden, and you'll know where the locals actually eat lunch.

Private tour, discover the beauty of bali
This private tour threads together Bali's most recognisable landmarks in a single day. You'll navigate the monkey-filled forest sanctuary near Ubud, walk through the UNESCO-listed rice terraces that cascade down the hillsides, trek to a waterfall tucked into jungle, and finish at the lakeside temple complex that defines Balinese architecture. A private driver and guide handle the logistics; you focus on the scenery and culture. Admission fees and water are covered.

Explore Cape Town in Style: Full Day Chauffeur Experience
When Noah from our BugBitten team booked this Cape Town chauffeur service, the appeal was straightforward: a full day with your own driver and air-conditioned car, no hunting for taxis or dodging traffic stress. You get up to 9 hours and 200km coverage, which stretches far enough to hit Table Mountain, the Waterfront, or push towards the Winelands without feeling rushed. It's the kind of setup that works best if you've got a loose itinerary and want flexibility—your driver's basically yours for the day, taking you where you want to go at your pace.

Tokyo VIP private nightlife tour with a local insider
A five-hour private nightlife tour through Tokyo guided by a local insider who steers you away from tourist zones into the real nocturnal Tokyo. You'll visit hidden bars, intimate izakayas, upscale lounges, and clubs across neighbourhoods like Shinjuku, Shibuya and Roppongi—all chosen to match your tastes and comfort. Your bilingual guide handles logistics and cultural context, whether you're after a quiet drinks night or full-blown celebration with optional karaoke or hostess club insights.

Hoi An: Cycle to the countryside, meet locals & craftsman
When Sarah from our team cycled this route around Hoi An, we found ourselves pedalling through Cẩm Kim Island's patchwork of rice paddies and village lanes — the kind of place where you're more likely to wave at locals on motorbikes than pass tour buses. The 4-hour loop takes you into family-run craft workshops (mat weaving, rice paper making, mother-of-pearl inlay), a working noodle-maker's home, and finishes at a quiet café overlooking the fields. It's a slow, genuine look at how people actually live here, without feeling staged.

Day on a private boat on the Amalfi Coast
Seven hours aboard a private boat departing Sorrento, charting the Sorrentine and Amalfi coasts. You'll anchor at secluded coves, swim at the Baths of Queen Giovanna, explore Nerano's fishing village, and finish in Positano's pastel-painted cliffs. The boat handles navigation and timing; you handle the snorkelling, prosecco, and deciding whether to wander ashore or stay poolside.

Vacation photographer. Madrid Photo Shoot. Take home more than just a selfie!
A private photo session across Madrid's most photogenic spots, starting in Retiro Park and expanding to up to six locations depending on your package. You'll work with a freelance photographer to capture genuine moments rather than tourist snapshots, with an outfit consultation beforehand and edited photos delivered within ten business days. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, families, or those planning a proposal.

Farmer's Market and Pasta Making with Italian Wine
A four-hour cooking class in Rome that starts at Campo de' Fiori market, where you'll shop alongside a local chef before heading to a kitchen near the Jewish Ghetto. You'll hand-roll ravioli and make a traditional Italian dessert from scratch, then sit down to eat what you've cooked with wines selected to match each dish. Small groups keep the atmosphere relaxed and conversational, mixing market knowledge with hands-on cooking technique.

Adelaide Hills Cleland and Hahndorf Small Group Premium Tour
Spend eight hours exploring the Adelaide Hills with a small group, starting from the city or Glenelg. You'll take in expansive views from Mount Lofty Summit, spend time with native animals at Cleland Wildlife Park in natural bushland, wander through the German heritage village of Hahndorf, and finish with chocolate, wine and cheese tastings at local producers. Your guide provides personalised commentary throughout, and the group stays small enough that you get genuine interaction rather than tourist-mill treatment.

Private Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum & Sistine Chapel: Essential Experience
Pack Rome's essential sights into seven hours with a private guide who'll walk you through two millennia of architecture and art. You'll skip the queues at the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) and Roman Forum, then head to the Vatican Museums to stand beneath the Sistine Chapel ceiling. Wrap up with a stroll past Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and Spanish Steps. It's a structured sprint through the city's heavyweight monuments, best suited to travellers with limited time and decent stamina.

Hoi An countryside biking - Basket Boat - Vegetable village - Local home Cooking
Cycle through Hoi An's rural fringe to Tra Que, where you'll learn vegetable cultivation from local farmers before rowing a woven basket boat through the fishing village. Finish at a farmhouse kitchen where you'll cook rice pancakes alongside your host's family and sit down to lunch made from what you've helped grow. Hotel pickup and return included; five hours total.

Steamboat Springs Local Ebike Tour
When Jake from our team took this e-bike tour around Steamboat Springs, we got a proper feel for how the Yampa Valley flows — tree-lined streets, mountain backdrop, that clean Colorado air. The ride rolls you through old town with a local guide who knows the area's history and ecology, stopping for photos and the sort of landscape chat that actually lands when you're moving at pace. Three hours total, mix of cruising and gentle climbing. E-bikes do the heavy lifting; you pedal but don't exhaust yourself. Good for folks who've ridden before and want to cover ground without the leg-death of a regular bike.

retro road trip/ Méhari, 2CV & Burton in Rochefort, La Rochelle
Hire a vintage Méhari, 2CV or Burton convertible for a self-guided exploration of Rochefort and the Charente-Maritime coastline. Choose from pre-planned routes covering everything from marshland ecology to maritime heritage sites, or carve your own path across town, beaches, and islands like Ré and Oléron. Trips range from a couple of hours to a full day. Unlimited kilometres included, so you set the pace.

Luberon Villages Day Trip from Aix en Provence
Spend eight hours touring the Luberon's most photogenic settlements, a string of hilltop villages perched above lavender fields and ochre cliffs. Your English-speaking driver customises the route around your interests, stopping long enough to wander medieval streets, peek into galleries and local shops, and absorb the slow pace of Provençal life. The itinerary flexes to suit your pace—you're not herded through; you're exploring at leisure.

The History of Florence: Famous Medici Family Private Tour
Trace [Florence](/places/florence)'s transformation through the eyes of the Medici dynasty on this three-hour private walking tour. Your local guide unpicks the family's influence across the city's most significant squares and palaces—Piazza della Signoria, Piazza Strozzi, Palazzo Pitti—revealing how their patronage and politics shaped the Renaissance and continue to define the city today. Move beyond textbook dates to understand the real connections between historical events and modern Florence.
