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Riverside Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak with Market Tour

★ 5.0 (154)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Thailand

Riverside Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak with Market Tour

Spend four hours at a riverside cooking school in Khao Lak learning to prepare Thai dishes from chef Apple, with views over the town's waterway. Pick either the morning session (includes a local market tour) or afternoon option (finishes with a traditional sweet dessert). The school supplies all ingredients, English-language guidance, and hotel transfers. Minimum two participants required.

4 hoursfrom AUD $94

Rome: Early Morning Trevi Fountain Photoshoot & Iconic Landmarks

★ 5.0 (154)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome: Early Morning Trevi Fountain Photoshoot & Iconic Landmarks

Catch Rome's golden hour at Trevi Fountain and beyond with a professional photographer who knows the city's angles and light. This early morning shoot—available as a single-location session or a multi-landmark tour—pairs expert posing guidance with fast turnaround. You'll walk away with 20–70 edited images delivered within 48 hours, stored securely online for a year.

Russian River Kayak Tour at the Beautiful Sonoma Coast

When Em from our team paddled this Sonoma Coast route, we found ourselves in a genuinely peaceful pocket of California—the Russian River spilling into the Pacific, with seals lounging on rocks and the occasional whale passing offshore. The 2.5-hour tour splits time between paddling the river's calmer sections and beaching to take in the ocean views. It's the kind of thing that feels a bit special without the hype; you're on the water with a local guide, the light's usually golden, and there's proper stillness here. Suits most fitness levels, and the crew handles the gear.

Privately Guided Half Day Hike

When Ben from our team booked this half-day hike out of Asheville, we got to dial in exactly what we wanted — steep peak, gentle forest walk, waterfall spotting, wildflowers — and the outfit tailored the whole thing to match. You'll meet the guide downtown at 8:30am and spend roughly 4 to 5 hours total (including getting to the trailhead) doing the actual walking. The Blue Ridge area around here is proper beautiful: dense forests, creek crossings, ridgeline views depending on which route you pick. It's a laid-back vibe, no massive tour groups, just you and a local who knows the land.

Award-winning Art Deco & Neon Lights Walking Tour in Miami Beach

When Noah from our team ran this walking tour through Miami Beach, we got the full backstory of a place that's basically been built from a swamp. The 2.5-hour ramble hits Art Deco landmarks, neon-soaked streets, and hidden hotel lobbies while the guide weaves in crime history, Muhammad Ali trivia, and which corners doubled as Scarface or Miami Vice sets. It's a neighbourhood that looks glossy on the surface but has proper weird layers underneath—and this tour peels them back with actual research rather than waffle.

Private Hoi An or Da Nang to Hue By Motorbike via Hai Van Pass

Ride a motorbike from Hoi An or Da Nang to Hue across the dramatic Hai Van Pass, Vietnam's most iconic coastal mountain route. Your driver handles the bike while you sit back and watch limestone cliffs, turquoise water, and jungle unfold over six to eight hours. Stop at Marble Mountain and Dream Spring en route—two worthwhile detours that break up the journey and let you stretch your legs. The pass itself climbs to 496 metres with switchbacks that deliver views across three provinces.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $76

Countryside Cycling Tour. T1.0 by Matahari

★ 5.0 (153)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Malaysia

Countryside Cycling Tour. T1.0 by Matahari

When Charlie from our team ran this five-hour countryside cycling tour with Matahari, we pedalled through rural Malaysia with a support vehicle trailing behind — a proper safety net on quieter roads. The outfit's locally-owned and built around showing real village life rather than polished attractions. You're cycling past working farms and small communities, stopping to eat dishes locals actually eat, not tourist versions. It's pitched at all fitness levels, though the undulating terrain and Malaysian heat mean you're working for it. The crew handles everything from bike maintenance to snacks, and they're genuinely invested in making sure tourism money lands back in the villages you pass through.

Ninh Binh Private Tour to Mua Cave Trang An Grottoes From Hanoi

This 11-hour private tour whisks you from Hanoi into Ninh Binh's karst landscape, combining physical exploration with rural immersion. You'll scramble up Mua Cave's steep stairs for panoramic views, pedal through emerald rice paddies ringed by limestone peaks, visit working farmsteads to see how locals live, then drift by boat through the flooded grottoes of Trang An—a UNESCO-listed site. A guide, meals, and all park fees are included, making this a self-contained day that captures northern Vietnam's geological drama and agrarian rhythms.

11 hoursfrom AUD $227

★ 5.0 (152)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Czech Republic

photoshoot in prague

When Ben from our team booked a private photo session in Prague, we got a straightforward hour with a local photographer who knows the city's best-looking corners. You pick your backdrop — Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Lennon Wall, Petřín Tower, Prague Castle, or somewhere personal — and they handle the planning logistics via email or WhatsApp after booking. The photographer guides you through poses and light, you get 40-plus edited digital images delivered within three days. It's a no-fuss way to walk away with polished shots of yourself or your group against Prague's architecture and street life, rather than relying on selfies.

Gold Coast 2 hour Sunset Sailing Cruise with Drinks&Tasting Plate

A 2-hour evening sail on a 38-foot yacht for up to 10 people along the Gold Coast, timed to catch the full arc of sunset. You'll get two drinks—choose from sparkling wine, beer or water—and a plate of cheese, biscuits, fresh fruit and a sweet treat. The hinterland forms a dramatic backdrop as daylight shifts across the water. No experience needed.

90' Stand Up Paddle tour in a small group in Cala Ratjada

Paddle out into Cala Ratjada's turquoise coves on a stand-up board, guided through hidden swimming spots and snorkelling grounds. This 90-minute small group session starts with the fundamentals—how to balance, stroke and read the water—then builds your confidence as you explore the coastline at your own pace. You'll float above seagrass beds, dip into sheltered bays, and get pointers from your guide throughout.

Paddle Boarding Eco Adventure Tour Jupiter Florida - Singer Island

When Tom from our team paddled out with South Florida Paddle's crew, we glided through mangrove-lined waterways around Singer Island and John D. MacArthur State Park in Jupiter. The guide—a Florida native with proper naturalist credentials—knew the ecosystem inside out and kept things relaxed, which meant plenty of time scanning for dolphins, manatees, and spotted eagle rays. The whole thing runs about 1 hour 45 minutes. It's the kind of tour where you're actually spotting wildlife rather than just hoping to, and the pace lets you take it in without rushing. Suits paddlers after a proper nature hit without the adrenaline.

108 ft Neoprene Overmarine Yacht

When Ben from our BugBitten team chartered the 108 ft Neoprene, a midnight-black overmarine yacht anchored in Cabo, we found ourselves with proper space to move around — up to 20 guests spread across four staterooms and a sprawling master suite, plus lounging areas that actually let you breathe. The boat handles day trips through to overnight stays, with multiple outdoor decks (sun pads on the foredeck, al fresco dining), a swimming platform, and an onboard beach club that opens straight onto the water. It's a solid pick for groups wanting to host properly on the ocean without feeling cramped.

3 hours – 1 dayfrom AUD $9291

★ 5.0 (152)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Amalfi Coast tour

A 4–5 hour guided drive along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) with a local driver who knows every bend and village on this dramatic stretch of southern Italy. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at key viewpoints and settlements to absorb the landscape at your own pace. The route winds through clifftop towns, past terraced lemon groves, and alongside the Tyrrhenian Sea—best suited for those wanting an overview without the hiking.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $383

5-Day Private Tour to Sahara and ErgChebbi from Marrakech

★ 5.0 (151)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Morocco

5-Day Private Tour to Sahara and ErgChebbi from Marrakech

When Lily from our team ran this five-day private tour from Marrakech down to the Sahara's Erg Chebbi desert, it felt less like a standard coach-load circuit and more like being guided by someone who actually grew up in the sand dunes. The outfit is Merzouga-born—they know the region as home, not just a postcard. You'll loop through the Atlas mountains, the Dades Valley, and desert camps with your own driver and vehicle, moving at your pace rather than a fixed itinerary. It's a proper introduction to southern Morocco if you're after something more genuine than the usual tick-box route.

Amalfi Coast Experience with our English - speaking drivers

Explore the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s three signature towns—Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello—over 7–9 hours with a knowledgeable English-speaking driver steering you through hairpin bends and coastal views. Skip the coach-tour crowds and set your own rhythm: linger where light hits the water right, hunt down the best gelato, eat when hunger strikes. Your driver handles logistics; you handle the moment. Comfortable van, onboard WiFi, and local insight included.

7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $517

San Miguel : Level 2 Canyoning in Salto do Cabrito, Azores

★ 5.0 (151)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Portugal

San Miguel : Level 2 Canyoning in Salto do Cabrito, Azores

When Mia from our team ran this canyoning tour through Salto do Cabrito on São Miguel, she found herself descending through a geothermal wonderland — think hot springs bubbling alongside waterfalls, sheer rock walls, and proper adrenaline moments. This is a level 2 experience, so you're looking at jumps, slides, and abseils rather than just wading. The 4-hour stint takes you through a canyon that feels both raw and surreal, especially when thermal warmth hits you mid-descent. It's the kind of thing you book if you've got decent fitness and want to tick 'canyoning' off before heading back to your guesthouse.

Sea kayaking Mykonos natural beauty beaches

When Ben from our team paddled out from Mykonos with this operator, we discovered the island's quieter side—the one without the nightlife hype. It's a 2-hour guided kayak that cuts past the party-island reputation to show you hidden coves, snorkelling spots, and the kind of coastal detail you'd miss from a beach bar. The outfit runs tight trips with trained guides (BCU-certified coaches and first aiders), proper kit, and a solid read on where the sea life and wildflowers actually are. It's family-friendly and works for most fitness levels, though a few health conditions aren't suited to paddling.

Ancient Pompei in the afternoon

Explore Pompeii's remarkably preserved ruins during the late afternoon when visitor numbers drop and golden light transforms the ancient streets. This two-hour guided tour skips the midday crush, letting you wander the excavations with fewer people and better photography conditions. Your guide interprets the haunting remains of this Roman city frozen by Vesuvius's eruption nearly 2,000 years ago, revealing how ordinary residents lived before catastrophe struck.

South Maui Shore Dive

When Sarah from our team suited up for the South Maui Shore Dive, we found ourselves in the calm, reef-studded waters off Wailea and Makena—a stretch of coast that feels worlds away from the busier tourist zones. This three-hour certified-only dive takes you out with a pro guide to hunt for turtles, rays, sharks, and the kind of dense tropical reef life that makes South Maui's underwater rep stick. You get kit, snaps of the day, and snacks thrown in. It's a solid half-day for divers who want creatures and colour without the full liveaboard commitment.

3 hoursfrom AUD $219

★ 5.0 (150)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Bali · Indonesia

Balinese Life Style Tour

This driver-led tour moves beyond the temple circuit to show how Balinese people actually live. You'll travel with an experienced English-speaking driver (20+ years on the job) in an air-conditioned vehicle, visiting neighbourhoods and daily spaces tourists typically miss. The tour runs at a pace suitable for most fitness levels, though it's not ideal if you're pregnant. Bring your own breakfast plans and budget separately for meals and entry fees.

8 hoursfrom AUD $114

Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids Egyptian Museum & Khan El Kahlili Bazaar

★ 5.0 (149)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Egypt

Private Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids Egyptian Museum & Khan El Kahlili Bazaar

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this Cairo circuit, it hit the big three: Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili bazaar in one long hit. You're collected from your hotel in an air-conditioned minivan and shuttled between spots with a proper Egyptology guide narrating the whole show. It's a solid five to eight hours depending on how long you linger at each stop — the kind of day that covers the essentials without feeling rushed if you pace it right. The guide makes or breaks it; a good one transforms standing in front of ancient stones into actual understanding rather than just photo-op tourism.

5 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $141

Bali Instagram Private Tour (All-Inclusive)

★ 5.0 (149)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Bali · Indonesia

Bali Instagram Private Tour (All-Inclusive)

Chase light and composition without queuing behind coach groups on this private Bali photography tour. You'll visit Lempuyang Temple's clifftop gates and the sculptured rice terraces at Tegalalang, stopping at a working coffee plantation to taste the local robusta. A driver, guide and vehicle stay with you all day, leaving room to linger when the angles work and move on when they don't. Lunch and all entrance fees included.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $155

Private Douro Valley Tour: Boutique Winery & River Cruise

★ 5.0 (149)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Portugal

Private Douro Valley Tour: Boutique Winery & River Cruise

When Lily from our team ran this private Douro Valley tour, it ticked all the boxes for a proper wine-and-scenery day out of Porto. You're picked up early from the city centre, driven into the terraced hillsides where port grapes have been grown for centuries, and taken through a boutique winery to taste both Port and DOC Douro wines. There's a one-hour Rabelo boat cruise on the river itself (the woody, low-slung boats you see in all the postcards), then lunch in Pinhão village before the drive back. Roughly 9–10 hours door-to-door, and the whole thing is yours alone—no shared van or guide shuffle.

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $414

Private James Bond Island Speedboat Adventure Tour w/ Canoeing

★ 5.0 (149)

🐠 Water Activities

Thailand

Private James Bond Island Speedboat Adventure Tour w/ Canoeing

A seven-hour private speedboat expedition through Phang Nga Bay that combines high-speed cruising with intimate exploration. You'll pilot through limestone karsts to the iconic James Bond Island, paddle a canoe into sea caves at Talu Island, trek across Panak Island's mangrove wetlands, and finish with lunch overlooking the water at Panyee Island. The day wraps with swimming at Naka Island before returning to your Phuket hotel by air-conditioned transfer.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2060

Private Sightseeing Tour using Electric Tuk Tuk Ride in Budapest

★ 5.0 (149)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Hungary

Private Sightseeing Tour using Electric Tuk Tuk Ride in Budapest

When Tom from our team took this private electric tuk tuk tour, it struck the right balance between hitting Budapest's famous sights and slipping into the quieter pockets locals actually know. The two-hour loop whisks you through the city's layers — the grand riverside vistas, then down to neighbourhood spots that don't clog with tour groups. You're seated the whole time, which means your legs get a break and the camera work stays steady. It's a solid way to get oriented without the walking fatigue, especially if you've just landed or want to see how the city's neighbourhood rhythm actually works.

2 hoursfrom AUD $141

★ 5.0 (149)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

India

Agra Overnight Tour

When Charlie from our team booked the Agra Overnight Tour, we were after that famous sunrise shot of the Taj Mahal — and the tour delivers exactly that. You'll spend two days exploring Agra's heavyweight monuments (the Taj, Agra Fort, and smaller sites), stay in a decent hotel with breakfast included, and have a guide walk you through the history. The town itself is chaotic, touristy, and packed with hawkers, but that's part of the deal. The tour handles the logistics — car, guide, hotel, pickup — so you're not DIY-ing transport in the thick of it.

2 daysfrom AUD $86

NYC Central Park guided Pedicab Tour - 1 hour

★ 5.0 (148)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

NYC Central Park guided Pedicab Tour - 1 hour

When Lily from our BugBitten team tried this Central Park pedicab tour, it was a leisurely spin through one of New York's most famous spaces without the slog of walking. You're squeezed into a three-seater cab pedalled by your guide, who rattles off the park's backstory, points out filming locations, and clues you in on the mansions and architecture dotting the perimeter. It's a solid hour that covers decent ground and lets you stop for photos without breaking a sweat—though you're relying entirely on your guide's pacing and knowledge.

Kamakura Walking Tour - The City of Shogun

This 3.5-hour guided walk traces Kamakura's medieval power through its most significant temples and shrines. You'll stand before the Great Buddha, explore the atmospheric grounds of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu and Hasedera Temple, and piece together how this former shogun capital shaped Japan's spiritual landscape. Small groups mean your guide can linger on details that catch your interest, whether that's the craftsmanship in a temple's woodwork or the view across Sagami Bay. Local food stops punctuate the route—authentic rather than tourist-focused.

Authentic Food Tour in Agadir - Eat Like A Local

When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this food tour in Agadir, she ate her way through a proper cross-section of Moroccan home cooking—not the tourist-trap versions. You'll start at a local restaurant, weave through specialty shops picking up ingredients and stories, then finish in your guide's family home where his mum has cooked a spread of 12+ dishes: slow-cooked tagines, the spiced meat-and-fruit mrouzia, hearty harira soup, crispy briouats, and sweets with proper Moroccan mint tea. It's intimate (groups capped at 8), four hours total, and leans heavily on the 'why' behind each dish rather than just the 'what.' Vegetarians are catered for.

4 hoursfrom AUD $91

★ 5.0 (148)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United States

Boston Private 3-Hour Tour by Car

When Em from our team tried this Boston private car tour, we got a three-hour sweep of the city's main neighbourhoods — North End, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, Charlestown — without the walking. The driver covered Freedom Trail highlights like the Paul Revere House and USS Constitution, mixing colonial history with current local stories and lighter anecdotes. It's a solid orientation if you're short on time or prefer wheels to feet, and the licensed guides know the city well enough to skip the tourist script.

Chinatown–Little Italy Food Adventure

When Alex from our team did this Chinatown–Little Italy food walk in New York, it felt like being let in on a proper local secret. You start at a meeting point in Chinatown and spend two hours eating your way through these two historic neighbourhoods with a guide who actually knows the spot — the narrow streets, the family stories, the graft that built the area. It's less museum-piece and more 'this is where New Yorkers actually eat', and the guide strings together the history as you go from stall to shop to hole-in-the-wall. Meals are included; bring an appetite and an open mind.

Canyoning Adventure Rio Verde in Granada

Descend Rio Verde's canyon system near Granada on a 7-hour canyoning run combining abseils, jumps and swims through dramatic gorges. You'll work with a small, qualified crew using full safety gear and proper anchoring throughout. Transport, kit, lunch and professional photography are included, finishing with a celebratory meal overlooking the ravine.

Alleyway Food Tour

When Alex from our BugBitten team ran this alleyway food tour through old Calcutta, we threaded past century-old street stalls with Soham, a local who knows every corner and vendor by name. The tour leans hard on the genuine — not the Instagram spots, but the eateries where locals actually eat, tucked into narrow lanes and rooftops that feel worlds away from the tourist drag. Over three hours, we worked through roughly 8 savoury dishes (veg and non-veg options both catered for) and four desserts, plus afternoon and evening tea, building a real picture of how Calcutta's old quarters tick. It's a walker's tour through living neighbourhoods, not a museum run.

3 hoursfrom AUD $56

★ 5.0 (147)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Private car tour in Kyoto (up to 4)

Spend seven hours exploring Kyoto in a private air-conditioned vehicle with local driver Kosuke, who tailors the route to your interests. You'll navigate the city at your own pace, stopping where you choose—whether that's temple districts, traditional neighbourhoods, or lesser-known corners. The vehicle and parking are included; you arrange meals and pay entry fees separately. Best booked as a two-day experience to properly see what matters to you.

7 hoursfrom AUD $403

Pyramids of Giza tour with a professional photoshoot +(Editing)

★ 5.0 (146)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Egypt

Pyramids of Giza tour with a professional photoshoot +(Editing)

When Ben from our team booked this Giza tour, he went in wanting proper shots of the pyramids plus some real history—not just a quick snap-and-go. You get a pro guide walking you through the site's stories, a photographer working a high-end camera and 70–200mm lens to nail those golden-hour angles, then editing of every image you'll actually want to share. The package includes a camel ride and a rearing-horse moment for the album. You're looking at 3–4 hours depending on what you bolt on (ATV, pyramid interiors). It's the kind of tour that treats Giza as a whole experience, not a checkbox.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $141

Vegan Walking Tour in Saigon Discover Hidden Flavors

★ 5.0 (146)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Vietnam

Vegan Walking Tour in Saigon Discover Hidden Flavors

When Charlie from our team did this vegan walking tour in Saigon, we got a genuine feel for how locals actually eat in the city's hidden corners. Spring, who runs the tour, steers clear of famous-tourist-trap dishes and instead takes you through alleyways, old apartment blocks, and neighbourhood markets sampling naturally vegan comfort food — bánh xèo, chả giò, bánh bèo, and more depending on what vendors have on the day. It's three hours on foot with around 7,000 steps, plenty of eating stops, and a personal vegan Vietnam guide sent afterwards. The whole thing reads less like a structured tour and more like wandering with a friend who knows where the good food is.

Coffee on a Kayak with Mt. Fuji - Early Morning

Paddle across Lake Kawaguchiko at dawn with Mt. Fuji as your backdrop. This 90-minute kayak outing pairs early light, glassy water, and views of Japan's iconic peak with a hot beverage of your choice. An English-speaking guide shares local knowledge while you navigate the lake at your own pace—no prior paddling required. The experience suits first-timers and works well for those staying near Kawaguchiko Station, reachable from Tokyo via train or bus.

Bali ATV Quad Bike and Water Rafting - Cheap in Ubud

Combine two contrasting rushes in a single Ubud day: pilot a quad bike through rice paddies, jungle tracks, and river gorges, then tackle the Ayung River's rapids by raft. Both activities are guided, and the package wraps with lunch and shower facilities back at base. Hotel pickup spans the main Bali resort areas.

Private 4 Days Tour From Marrakech to Fes Via Merzouga Desert

When Mia from our team ran this four-day loop from Marrakech through to Fes, she covered serious ground in a private vehicle with a dedicated driver-guide. The route cuts south through Morocco's dramatic terrain—gorges, valleys, and eventually the Sahara around Merzouga. You'll spend a night in a luxury desert camp, ride camels, and meet Berber families along the way. Three nights are split between riads and hotels, with meals mostly sorted (lunches aren't covered). It's a proper road trip, not a rushed tick-box.

4 daysfrom AUD $1125

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