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Discover Clos Systey Organic and Biodynamic Wines

🍜 Food & Cooking

Discover Clos Systey Organic and Biodynamic Wines

Spend 90 minutes at this family-run Saint-Émilion vineyard learning biodynamic practices directly from the owners and winemaker. Walk through the working vineyards and winery, understanding how the estate honours the soil and lunar cycles rather than relying on chemicals. Finish with tastings of two contrasting wines—a standard Saint-Émilion and the flagship Grand Cru—paired with regional charcuterie and cheeses. Suited to wine newcomers and seasoned drinkers alike.

1h 30mfrom AUD $25

Kid Friendly Private Paris Louvre Tour with Tickets

🛕 Culture & History

Kid Friendly Private Paris Louvre Tour with Tickets

A two-hour guided tour of the Louvre designed specifically for families, led by a licensed art historian who knows how to hold children's attention. Your tickets are sorted in advance, so you'll skip the booking queue and head straight into exploring one of the world's largest art museums. You and the kids will encounter the famous paintings—Mona Lisa among them—while picking up genuine stories about the artists and historical context behind the works.

2 hoursfrom AUD $416

Private Proposal Photoshoot in Paris

🛕 Culture & History

Private Proposal Photoshoot in Paris

Capture your proposal in Paris with a dedicated photographer who works with you weeks beforehand to nail every detail. You'll have pre-shoot consultations to discuss locations, timing, and creative direction, then a one-hour session to document the moment itself. The photographer delivers polished images and video footage straight to your phone, so you've got proof of what actually happened—not some airbrushed fantasy.

1 hourfrom AUD $166

Unique Van Gogh immersive tour in Auvers sur Oise - 1.5 hours

🛕 Culture & History

Unique Van Gogh immersive tour in Auvers sur Oise - 1.5 hours

A 90-minute theatrical walk through Auvers-sur-Oise following the final months of Van Gogh's life. A professional actor portraying the artist guides you past the locations where he worked and lived, including the Auberge Ravoux and his grave. The tour weaves together accounts of his mental health struggles, his correspondence with brother Theo, and the circumstances of his death, while visiting over 15 sites that inspired his paintings.

1h 30mfrom AUD $117

Private tour of Bordeaux Unesco in Citroën 2cv

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Private tour of Bordeaux Unesco in Citroën 2cv

Cruise through Bordeaux's 18th-century UNESCO quarter in a vintage Citroën 2CV convertible on this 75-minute private tour. Your guide navigates the city's architectural landmarks—from the vast Place des Quinconces and neoclassical Grand Theatre to the reflective Mirror of Water and medieval Porte Cailhau—while explaining how the city has evolved into a modern, sustainable hub without losing its character. You'll also glimpse contemporary additions like Wine City and the Chaban-Delmas Bridge, plus lesser-known corners where old-world elegance persists.

1h 15mfrom AUD $283

Oenological workshops at La Selve

🍜 Food & Cooking

Oenological workshops at La Selve

Spend 90 minutes at Château de la Selve's private vineyard learning to taste wine like a winemaker. Four hands-on sessions guide you through sensory tricks—blind tastings in darkened glasses, mystery bottles to identify by vintage and variety, and the stories behind barrel versus amphora aging. The château's winemaking team runs each workshop, and you can opt to taste alongside producers from across France for deeper exploration.

1h 30mfrom AUD $20

Picasso Museum Entry Ticket in Paris

🛕 Culture & History

Picasso Museum Entry Ticket in Paris

Walk through the world's most complete Picasso archive, housed in a stately 17th-century Hôtel Salé in the Marais. The museum's 22 rooms contain over 5,000 paintings, sculptures, engravings, and illustrated works, plus thousands of sketches, studies, and notebooks charting the artist's evolution across decades. The building itself—with its restored grand staircase and period features—rewards as much attention as the art within. Allow 1–3 hours depending on your appetite for detail.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $37

Paris City Tour 1h00 Citroën DS Vintage with Open Roof

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Paris City Tour 1h00 Citroën DS Vintage with Open Roof

Cruise through Paris in a restored Citroën DS with its roof folded back, letting you drink in the city's landmarks without the confines of a tour bus. You'll set the pace—stop wherever catches your eye, hop out for photos, and soak up the Seine-side elegance from the passenger seat of France's most iconic motorcar. One hour, hotel pickup and drop-off included.

1 hourfrom AUD $293

Montmartre Treasure Hunt — Fun and Cultural Investigation

🛕 Culture & History

Montmartre Treasure Hunt — Fun and Cultural Investigation

Work through logic puzzles and visual clues across Montmartre's winding streets in this self-directed 3-hour investigation. You'll navigate Paris's bohemian quarter armed with a booklet of riddles, a map, and cultural tidbits—no guide, no app, just you and the neighbourhood. Solve puzzles at your own pace, pause for coffee when you fancy, and uncover the area's artistic character through observation and lateral thinking.

3 hoursfrom AUD $59

Manufacturing of Customizable Bracelets in Paris

🍜 Food & Cooking

Manufacturing of Customizable Bracelets in Paris

Craft your own bracelet in a Parisian jewellery studio, selecting from pearls, semi-precious stones and decorative elements to design something uniquely yours. This hands-on workshop takes about an hour and happens in an intimate, artisanal setting in central Paris. You'll leave with a finished piece that captures your taste, plus bottled water and all materials are provided.

1 hourfrom AUD $60

Segway ride between Lac Bleu and the castles of Pessac-Léognan

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Segway ride between Lac Bleu and the castles of Pessac-Léognan

Glide through the prestigious vineyards of Pessac-Léognan on a Segway, combining wine-country exploration with a hands-on electric ride. This one-hour outing takes you past the region's grand châteaux and rolling vineyard landscapes, guided by a certified instructor who'll get you comfortable on the machine before you head out. It's an unconventional way to cover ground and soak in Bordeaux's most distinguished terroir without breaking a sweat.

1 hourfrom AUD $82

Pastry Class with a Chef - Private class

🍜 Food & Cooking

Pastry Class with a Chef - Private class

Learn French pastry techniques from a working chef in their Paris home over three hours. You'll mix, fold and bake alongside your instructor, crafting classic French desserts from scratch. This is a genuine kitchen apprenticeship—not a performance—where you work with real ingredients and techniques, then taste what you've made. Ideal for groups and families wanting to understand the precision behind French pastry.

3 hoursfrom AUD $794

Catamaran Cruise - Bloodthirsty Islands Sunset

🐠 Water Activities

Catamaran Cruise - Bloodthirsty Islands Sunset

Watch the Îles Sanguinaires shift from golden to deep crimson from a spacious two-level catamaran moored off Ajaccio's coast. This three-hour evening cruise lets you settle on deck with local refreshments while the archipelago's distinctive red granite cliffs catch the day's final light. The boat's scale and dual levels mean genuine breathing room to find your vantage point—whether you prefer the main deck's social energy or the upper tier's quieter sightlines.

3 hoursfrom AUD $92

Historic Left Bank Walking Tour in Paris

🛕 Culture & History

Historic Left Bank Walking Tour in Paris

Spend two and a half hours walking through Saint Germain des Prés and the Latin Quarter, two neighbourhoods that have shaped Parisian culture for centuries. Your guide unpicks layers of history—from medieval streets to literary cafés—revealing stories of philosophers, revolutionaries, and artists who made these quarters hum. You'll see surviving architecture and hear lesser-known details that bring each era to life, moving through time as you move through the streets.

2h 30mfrom AUD $75

Private visit to a winemaker - Champagne and perfume workshop

🍜 Food & Cooking

Private visit to a winemaker - Champagne and perfume workshop

Spend two hours at a private winemaker's workshop in France learning to identify aromas in champagne and bespoke perfumes. You'll explore how scent connects these two French traditions, guided by someone with genuine expertise in both crafts. The session includes tastings and teaches you to develop your nose for nuance—practical skills you'll use long after leaving.

2 hoursfrom AUD $142

Wine and cheese tasting in Bastille

🍜 Food & Cooking

Wine and cheese tasting in Bastille

Spend 90 minutes in the Bastille district sampling French wines paired with artisan cheeses. A sommelier and fromagerie specialist guide you through three wine selections and two carefully chosen cheeses, explaining production methods and flavour profiles without pretension. This is a relaxed tasting where curiosity matters more than expertise—expect conversation, questions, and genuine enthusiasm from hosts who treat every guest as part of the experience.

1h 30mfrom AUD $65

Montpellier Wine Tasting Experience

🍜 Food & Cooking

Montpellier Wine Tasting Experience

Spend three hours exploring Montpellier's wine scene through a working urban winery and two specialty wine bars. You'll walk through the city's historic centre with a guide, learn how winemakers approach their craft, and discover the basics of tasting wine properly. Meet the people behind the bottles—producers who work with organic and natural methods—and develop a genuine understanding of what makes their wines distinct. Tasting notes, sensory techniques, and thoughtful food pairings round out the experience.

3 hoursfrom AUD $134

Montmartre Walking Tour, A Journey Through Art and History

🛕 Culture & History

Montmartre Walking Tour, A Journey Through Art and History

Explore Montmartre's winding streets on a 2.5-hour walk guided by a long-time resident versed in art history. You'll stand where Picasso and Van Gogh created, discover the Moulin Rouge and Sacré-Cœur, and learn how art, religion and politics shaped this neighbourhood. Small groups (max ten) follow quieter lanes away from the main crowds, using historical images on tablet to bring stories to life.

2h 30mfrom AUD $48

Best of Paris in 2 hours (for photos only and starting from Paris only)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Best of Paris in 2 hours (for photos only and starting from Paris only)

A swift two-hour photo tour whisking you past Paris's most photogenic landmarks by private car. Choose your own route through the city's iconic spots, travelling in air-conditioned comfort with family or friends. Departs from central Paris only; customisable stops let you focus on the shots that matter to you, whether that's the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, or hidden gems off the main drag.

2 hoursfrom AUD $410

Paris Pastry tour in le Marais

🍜 Food & Cooking

Paris Pastry tour in le Marais

A 90-minute walking tour through le Marais sampling the neighbourhood's finest pastries whilst uncovering the district's medieval roots. You'll weave past timber-framed buildings and hidden courtyards, stopping at neighbourhood bakeries where locals queue for their daily treats. A small group of eight maximum follows an English-speaking guide through one of Paris's most atmospheric quarters, tasting brioche, macarons, chocolate and other French confections along the way.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $192

Strasbourg Absolute Private Tour

🛕 Culture & History

Strasbourg Absolute Private Tour

A three-hour private walking tour of Strasbourg led by native Alsatians who've grown up immersed in the region's culture. You'll move through two millennia of history—from Roman foundations through medieval architecture to present-day Petite France—visiting the Cathedral, tracing seven centuries of heritage, and discovering the neighbourhood's quieter corners, local legends, and cultural layers that guidebooks miss.

3 hoursfrom AUD $391

Private Family Louvre Tour for Kids with Interactive Activities

🛕 Culture & History

Private Family Louvre Tour for Kids with Interactive Activities

A private two-hour Louvre tour built around your kids' curiosity rather than adult schedules. Your guide leads the family through celebrated works—Mona Lisa, Winged Victory, Egyptian Sphinx—while children work through a custom activity booklet packed with visual puzzles and challenges. Designed for ages 5–10, it keeps younger minds engaged and older siblings entertained without the usual museum fatigue. Tickets included; activity book and small prizes yours to keep.

2 hoursfrom AUD $443

E-escape excursion in Swincar 2h: exceptional landscapes

🏔 Adventure & Sports

E-escape excursion in Swincar 2h: exceptional landscapes

Pilot an electric Swincar—a nimble, articulated off-road vehicle—through mountain forest tracks around Serre-Ponçon and the secluded village of Crévoux. This two-hour guided excursion pairs innovative engineering with alpine scenery, offering a quieter, zero-emission way to explore terrain that traditional vehicles can't reach. You'll handle the steering yourself while a local guide leads the route, with a companion sharing your tandem seat.

2 hoursfrom AUD $301

Exceptional visit and tasting of 7 wines

🍜 Food & Cooking

Exceptional visit and tasting of 7 wines

Explore Clos Triguedina, a Cahors estate with nearly two centuries of winemaking heritage. This two-hour session introduces you to seven distinct wines from the domain's portfolio, paired with light snacks. You'll walk through the property and taste across their range, learning how the terroir shapes what ends up in each bottle.

2 hoursfrom AUD $42

Toulouse Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

🛕 Culture & History

Toulouse Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

Walk through Toulouse with a private guide who knows the city's layered past—from Roman settlement through medieval power base to modern regional hub. This two-hour tour threads through the distinctive pink-brick quarters, following the Garonne's sweep and ducking into alleyways where Gothic architecture and 11th-century stonework frame the story. You'll stand before the Capitole's fortress-like presence and the UNESCO-listed basilica, gaining ground-level context for how Toulouse shaped southern France across two millennia.

2 hoursfrom AUD $485

Harry Potter – Inspired Walking Tour & Magical Treasure Hunt

🛕 Culture & History

Harry Potter – Inspired Walking Tour & Magical Treasure Hunt

Walk through Paris following the literary threads that inspired Rowling's wizarding world, starting at Étienne Marcel and finishing at Shakespeare and Company. This 90-minute tour weaves together real Parisian history—notably Nicolas Flamel's medieval house—with a self-directed hunt for hidden street-art creatures scattered across the city. You'll navigate narrow passages, learn about the alchemist who captivated both Rowling and Hugo, and photograph your way through Paris's literary and artistic landscape.

1h 30mfrom AUD $58

Who Killed Victor ? Inquiry at the Père Lachaise Cemetery

🛕 Culture & History

Who Killed Victor ? Inquiry at the Père Lachaise Cemetery

A two-hour guided mystery game through Père Lachaise Cemetery where you'll crack clues and piece together a narrative by exploring the burial ground. You'll navigate between celebrated graves and lesser-known memorials, using observation and lateral thinking to solve puzzles. The cemetery becomes your detective's playground, revealing histories tied to specific tombs and corners you'd otherwise walk past.

2 hoursfrom AUD $54

Private tour of Lyon on Fourvière hill - 2 hours

🛕 Culture & History

Private tour of Lyon on Fourvière hill - 2 hours

A two-hour guided tour starting at the Fourvière funicular station, exploring Lyon's layered history from Roman times onwards. You'll stand at the ancient forum overlooking the city, enter the vast Notre Dame de Fourvière basilica with its crypt and chapel, then descend to the archaeological excavations where a working theatre and odeon still host performances. Your guide offers optional access to the archaeological museum for deeper context.

2 hoursfrom AUD $334

Reims: Morning Champagne Tasting & Workshop

🍜 Food & Cooking

Reims: Morning Champagne Tasting & Workshop

A ninety-minute champagne workshop in central Reims where you'll learn to taste like a pro. Your guide walks you through production methods and terroir, then you train your palate recognizing aromas before comparing three independent producer champagnes blind. The session runs 10:30 AM to noon near Reims train station, leaving your afternoon free or ready for the extended vineyard tour.

1h 30mfrom AUD $87

Sunday morning Eiffel Tower Food Market Tour -Max 8 people

🍜 Food & Cooking

Sunday morning Eiffel Tower Food Market Tour -Max 8 people

Explore two neighbourhood markets near the Eiffel Tower with a bilingual guide rooted in Paris for two hours. This small-group tour—capped at eight people—winds through local stalls sampling French classics: aged cheese, cured meats, duck delicacies, macarons, and pastries. Wine flows for adults; juice for younger visitors. Children under eight go free, making it an accessible introduction to Parisian food culture beyond the tourist trail.

2 hoursfrom AUD $152

Montmartre Sacré Coeur and Moulin Rouge best shops and cafés

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Montmartre Sacré Coeur and Moulin Rouge best shops and cafés

A 90-minute guided walk through Montmartre's winding streets, stopping at Sacré-Cœur, the Moulin Rouge, and hidden cafés and shops that locals actually frequent. Your guide navigates you past the artisan bakeries, vintage boutiques, and independent designers tucked into this hilltop neighbourhood, whilst explaining where Picasso, Renoir and Van Gogh once sketched. You'll discover what to eat and drink in France's culinary heartland, and learn the stories behind the streets—including the famous wall of declarations.

1h 30mfrom AUD $75

Louvre Essential Private tour

🛕 Culture & History

Louvre Essential Private tour

Skip the crowds and hit the Louvre's unmissable works with a private guide steering you through three hours of the collection's finest. You'll explore the museum's architectural evolution and backstory while your guide fields questions about the pieces that shaped Western art. Based in Paris, this tour cuts through the noise and gets you face-to-face with paintings and sculptures that deserve more than a rushed glance.

3 hoursfrom AUD $502

Private luxury tour of Bordeaux in a magnificent Citroen DS - 2 hours

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Private luxury tour of Bordeaux in a magnificent Citroen DS - 2 hours

Cruise Bordeaux's finest streets in a meticulously restored Citroën DS convertible, a masterpiece of French automotive design. Over two hours, you'll glide past the city's architectural treasures whilst seated in sumptuous leather, guided by live commentary from your driver. This isn't sightseeing—it's experiencing Bordeaux as the car's original owners might have, moving through grand squares and riverside vistas at a pace that lets the elegance sink in. Optional champagne elevates the affair further.

2 hoursfrom AUD $284

Chateau de Vincennes Admission Ticket

🛕 Culture & History

Chateau de Vincennes Admission Ticket

Skip the queues and enter Château de Vincennes, the fortress that shaped medieval French royalty. This 14th-century stronghold on Paris's eastern edge stands largely intact, with soaring towers and courtyards that tell stories of kings and power. Your ticket grants direct access to wander the ramparts, inspect the keep, and absorb the castle's austere grandeur at your own pace over roughly two hours.

2 hoursfrom AUD $50

A hoppy walk ! Craft Beer in Montpellier

🍜 Food & Cooking

A hoppy walk ! Craft Beer in Montpellier

A three-hour guided exploration of Montpellier's thriving craft beer scene, moving through the city's medieval streets to sample local brews at independent breweries and bars. Despite sitting in France's wine heartland, Montpellier has emerged as the south's craft beer hub, with new producers and dedicated venues multiplying rapidly. You'll taste six carefully selected beers across two tasting sessions, discovering how the region's brewers are challenging centuries of viticultural tradition.

3 hoursfrom AUD $59

Private Graffiti Workshop

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Private Graffiti Workshop

A two-hour hands-on workshop in France where you learn graffiti fundamentals from experienced instructors. You'll study key styles and techniques, then design and spray your own piece under guidance. All basic materials provided—multiple paint colours, caps, paper, and protective gear included. Walk away with your finished work and newfound skills in contemporary street art.

2 hoursfrom AUD $418

Unusual lunch with history

🍜 Food & Cooking

Unusual lunch with history

Step into a French restaurant where culinary history comes alive over 2.5 hours. A theatrical dining experience connects you to a thousand years of gastronomic evolution across France and Italy, with each course revealing how food shaped these nations. Waitstaff guide you through the narrative as you eat your way through starter, main, and dessert, paired with wine and finished with coffee or tea.

2h 30mfrom AUD $166

The Louvre, an artist's insight. A Private Tour & Tickets

🛕 Culture & History

The Louvre, an artist's insight. A Private Tour & Tickets

A two-hour private tour of the Louvre led by an Irish artist and trained museum guide, capped at six people. You'll navigate the Sully and Denon wings to uncover the narratives behind masterworks—from the Mona Lisa to Michelangelo's sculptures—that reveal themselves only under expert eyes. Museum tickets and group reservation included. Book at least two days ahead; contact the guide directly to confirm availability.

2 hoursfrom AUD $268

Marseille Miam Miam Food tour

🍜 Food & Cooking

Marseille Miam Miam Food tour

Spend two and a half hours in le Panier, Marseille's oldest quarter, sampling Provençal delicacies whilst meeting the artisans who make them. Your food-focused guide navigates you through narrow streets lined with murals and independent shops, stopping at a working fish market to learn how bouillabaisse—the city's iconic stew—comes together. Taste calissons, navettes, local cheese, and pastis amongst the quarter's bohemian energy. Small groups keep things intimate and genuinely convivial.

2h 30mfrom AUD $159

The Best Of Saint-Emilion : City Highlights walking tour

🛕 Culture & History

The Best Of Saint-Emilion : City Highlights walking tour

A 90-minute private walking tour through Saint-Émilion's medieval centre with a local certified guide who unpacks the town's layered past. You'll navigate cobbled lanes past the 11th-century monolithic church, the collegial cloister, and the king's keep, picking up stories that connect architecture to trade routes and power. A St-Émilion macaron completes the picture.

1h 30m – 1h 40mfrom AUD $376

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