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Louvre Late Opening Guided Tiny Group Tour

Skip the daytime crowds at the Louvre with this intimate after-hours guided tour, limited to just six people maximum. You'll explore the world's most visited museum during its evening opening in Paris, with direct entry included and the flexibility to adjust your route based on group interests. Your guide responds to what you want to see rather than rushing through a set itinerary, making this closer to a semi-private experience than a standard group visit.

Calanques National Park Kayak Day Tour

Paddle through France's Calanques National Park on a seven-hour sea kayak adventure, navigating turquoise inlets and dramatic limestone cliffs from water level. You'll reach Île Verte, Bec de l'Aigle, and Calanque du Mugel—spots accessible only by boat. Your guide provides maps and route adjustments based on conditions, making this a year-round option for those wanting an intimate perspective of this protected coastline.

7 hoursfrom AUD $182

PARIS PHOTO - Joyful stroll for a Private Professional Shoot

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

PARIS PHOTO - Joyful stroll for a Private Professional Shoot

A one-hour private photo session through Paris with Frédéric, a photographer who specialises in capturing people authentically. Whether you're solo, partnered, or bringing the whole crew, you'll walk scenic routes while he directs you through natural poses and interactions. You'll leave with polished digital files ready for printing or sharing online, plus his guidance on how to look genuinely comfortable in front of the lens.

Chateau of Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte 9-Hour Private Tour

This nine-hour private tour takes you through two of France's most storied châteaux. Start at Fontainebleau, where eight centuries of royal occupation—from medieval times through Napoleon—shaped the palace's ornate galleries, gilded apartments and throne rooms. Then drive to Vaux-le-Vicomte, the baroque masterpiece that inspired Versailles itself. Your private guide leads you through both estates, revealing the architectural ambition and political intrigue that defined French power. Hotel transfers and entry fees included.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1003

Private tour of Nice with tasting of traditional dishes

★ 5.0 (14)

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Private tour of Nice with tasting of traditional dishes

A six-hour guided walk through Nice's old quarters with a local-born guide covering the city's history and culture. You'll navigate the tight medieval alleyways, stop at viewpoints worth photographing, and sit down to lunch featuring regional specialties: socca (chickpea pancakes), pissaladière (anchovy tart), and vegetable-stuffed preparations. Bottled water included.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1254

Champagne Private VIP Day from Paris: 8 Tastings & Michelin Lunch

★ 5.0 (14)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Champagne Private VIP Day from Paris: 8 Tastings & Michelin Lunch

A full-day exploration of Champagne's premier houses and vineyards departing Paris, with eight tastings across two world-class producers and a three-course Michelin-starred lunch with wine pairings. Travel through the region's celebrated slopes in a private minivan whilst your wine-expert guide unpacks the region's methods and heritage. You'll descend into historic cellars, taste iconic cuvées side by side, and finish the day back at your Paris accommodation with substantial knowledge of what separates great Champagne from the ordinary.

11 hoursfrom AUD $1756

★ 5.0 (14)

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Latin Quarter Private Walking Tour

A 2-hour private walking tour through Paris's Latin Quarter led by a native Parisian guide. Beyond the headline sights—Pantheon, Jardin du Luxembourg—you'll navigate quieter corners like Collège des Bernardins and Arènes de Lutèce, learning what locals actually value about this centuries-old neighbourhood. With your guide acting as a knowledgeable friend rather than a script-reader, you can ask questions freely and discover the area as an insider would.

Private Transfer Charles de Gaulle Airport CDG to Disney Paris

Direct private car from Charles de Gaulle to Disneyland Paris (40 minutes). Your driver meets you at arrivals with a nameplate, monitors your flight in real time, and gives you an hour to clear customs without rushing. Head straight to your hotel, nearby accommodation, or park gates in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle. Child seats supplied at no extra cost. English-speaking driver available round the clock.

Tasting of Bordeaux White Wines Wine and Cheese Pairing

A one-hour introduction to Bordeaux's white wines led by a certified sommelier who believes wine should be approachable, not pretentious. You'll taste four selections paired with local cheese, guided through what makes each distinctive. Whether you're new to wine or looking to sharpen your palate, this session strips away the mystique and focuses on flavour and the pleasure of sharing a glass with others.

Private transfer from CDG or ORY airport to PARIS or DISNEYLAND

Skip the airport queues and taxi lines with a dedicated driver waiting in arrivals to whisk you to your Paris or Disneyland accommodation. This private transfer from Charles de Gaulle or Orly runs 30 minutes to an hour depending on your destination. Your driver tracks your flight in real time, so pick-up adjusts if you land late, and you get a full hour's grace at the terminal before departure. The vehicle is air-conditioned, fits up to eight passengers with bags, and the price is fixed—no hidden charges when you arrive.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $159

Montmartre Paris Hidden Gems Small Group Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (14)

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Montmartre Paris Hidden Gems Small Group Walking Tour

Explore Montmartre's layered character across two hours with a guide who knows where the artists still linger. You'll navigate narrow streets lined with belle époque buildings, stop at the rose-pink La Maison Rose café, climb to Sacré-Cœur basilica with its commanding views, and discover the neighbourhood's working vineyard. This walk balances the postcard-famous spots with quieter corners where the bohemian spirit still feels tangible rather than performed for cameras.

2 hoursfrom AUD $75

Private Professional Photoshoot in Paris

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Private Professional Photoshoot in Paris

Work with an English-speaking photographer for a private one-hour shoot across Paris's streets and landmarks. You'll direct the session, take natural portraits that feel unstaged, and walk away with 20 professionally edited images delivered within 24 hours. The photographer has fashion industry experience and knows how to frame each person's strengths without pretence or stiffness. No hidden costs, and you own full rights to print and share.

Louvre Half-Day Private Tour

Skip the queues and explore the Louvre's greatest hits with a private art historian in 2.5 hours. You'll see the Mona Lisa, Venus of Milo and Victory of Samothrace alongside works by Da Vinci, Raphael and Michelangelo, moving through the former royal palace at your own rhythm. Your guide reveals the stories behind each masterpiece without the crowds.

Full-Day Private D-Day to Saint Lô Tour in Normandy

Trace the 29th Infantry Division's path from Omaha Beach to Saint Lô, the crossroads town that defined the Normandy campaign's opening phase. This eight to nine-hour private tour follows three regiments across the bocage and marshland, connecting you to the units' specific roles, objectives and hard-won advances during Operation Overlord. Your guide contextualises each stop—from the beach to the hedgerow terrain—with the division's tactical history and individual achievements across the campaign's most critical first days.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1463

Airport transfer of Charles de Gaulle or Orly to or from Disney

★ 5.0 (14)

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Airport transfer of Charles de Gaulle or Orly to or from Disney

Private car service connecting Charles de Gaulle or Orly airports directly to Disneyland Paris hotels, taking roughly an hour. Your driver meets you at baggage claim with a sign, loads luggage, and delivers you straight to your accommodation without detours or transit changes. Modern climate-controlled vehicles accommodate families with children, wheelchair users, and travellers with standard luggage allowances. Drivers know the region and can offer local advice during the journey.

1 hourfrom AUD $95

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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Tour Cannes Nice Eze Monaco Mont Carlo

A guided route through four iconic French Riviera destinations—Cannes, Nice, Eze, and Monaco—completed in 4–5 hours. You'll travel in a climate-controlled vehicle with a driver-guide who tailors stops to your interests, whether that's architectural heritage, coastal scenery, or simply moving between towns at a comfortable pace. The journey respects local environments whilst hitting the highlights without rushing.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $3344

Shared Tour - Wine tour from Saint Tropez

★ 5.0 (14)

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France

Shared Tour - Wine tour from Saint Tropez

A three-hour guided tour departing Saint-Tropez that visits two local wine producers in the Gulf region, sampling their offerings across both estates. Travelling in a cool van with a knowledgeable local guide, you'll taste wines directly at the source in a relaxed group setting, learning how the region's Mediterranean climate and terroir shape its distinctive styles. Perfect for getting beneath the surface of Saint-Tropez wine culture without the formality of solo vineyard visits.

Lyon Highlights: Fourviere Hill & Old Town private tour

A three-hour private walking tour covering Lyon's two most significant neighbourhoods. Start at the Fourvière Basilica atop the city's landmark hill, where Roman ruins tell stories of Lyon's role as Gaul's chief settlement. Descend into the Renaissance quarter to navigate the traboules—interconnected passageways threaded through centuries-old buildings and courtyards that locals still use today. Your guide reveals how the city functioned in antiquity and how residents live amongst its layered history.

Catamaran cruise in the Frioul Archipelago in Marseille

Sail the Elba 45 catamaran from Marseille's Old Port past landmarks including Château d'If, then anchor in a secluded cove within the Frioul Archipelago for swimming and snorkelling. This 5 hour 45 minute voyage pairs coastal sightseeing with a leisurely meal afloat: welcome coffee, catered lunch, rosé wine and soft drinks included. Water-sports equipment—snorkels, paddle boards, sea scooters—keeps you active between courses. Timed to suit cruise-ship schedules.

Normandy D-Day Beaches and Caen Memorial Private Tour from Paris

Spend a full day tracing the D-Day landings across Normandy's beaches and memorials. This 10–12 hour private tour from Paris takes you to the actual landing sites, wartime bunkers, and the Caen Memorial Museum, where you'll move through exhibits documenting the 1944 invasion. You'll walk the same ground soldiers did, see preserved fortifications, and visit war cemeteries. A guide walks you through the strategic and human details; a driver-only option lets you navigate independently while handling logistics.

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $836

★ 5.0 (14)

🍜 Food & Cooking

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Wine tasting in Lyon & Secret Traboules

Explore Lyon's Renaissance heart via its secret traboules—narrow passageways threading through Old Town—before settling into a private wine room for five regional tastings. Your guide unpacks the local vineyard story whilst pairing each pour with cheese and cured meats, revealing how Lyon's gastronomic tradition connects field to glass. Three hours of architecture, wine knowledge, and genuine local flavour in a compact group setting.

Private guided British D-Day Tour from Bayeux

Spend a full day tracing the British landings across Normandy's D-Day beaches and fortifications. Your private guide drives you from Bayeux through eight key sites—including Pegasus Bridge, Sword and Gold beaches, the Mulberry Harbour at Arromanches, and coastal gun emplacements—with breathing room at each stop to photograph, rest, or grab a drink. The tour closes at the British War Cemetery. Nine hours total, moving at your own pace in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1463

Lyon Airport Private Transfer – Meet & Greet Included

★ 5.0 (14)

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France

Lyon Airport Private Transfer – Meet & Greet Included

Private car service connecting Lyon Airport to your destination with a driver waiting at arrivals. Available round-the-clock for incoming and outgoing flights, the service includes all airport fees and parking. Choose from sedans for individuals, vans for small groups, or minibuses for larger parties. Your driver will be holding a name board, cutting through the airport rush.

30 minfrom AUD $150

Full-Day Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze & Monaco

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Full-Day Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze & Monaco

A private eight-hour tour departing from Cannes in a climate-controlled van, visiting the coastal highlights of the French Riviera. Travel through Nice, climb to the clifftop village of Ézé, and explore Monaco and Monte Carlo at your own pace. Your driver-guide navigates the scenic corniche roads whilst sharing regional knowledge, and adjusts stops based on what interests you most. Ideal for those wanting flexibility without the coach-tour crowds.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1839

Arles Small groupe tour : Private Day Trip to Luberon Villages

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Arles Small groupe tour : Private Day Trip to Luberon Villages

This eight-hour private tour sweeps through five villages of the Luberon valley, each perched dramatically across the Provence landscape. Departing from Arles, you'll travel through l'Isle-sur-Sorgue's canal-lined streets, climb to Gordes for sweeping valley views, explore Roussillon's ochre-hued hillside, cross into Bonnieux with vistas toward the Monts de Vaucluse, and finish in Ménerbes, where artists and writers have long found refuge. Your driver-guide navigates the winding routes while you step between villages at your own pace.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1672

Full-day Tour to Nice Monaco Monte-Carlo Eze from Nice

★ 5.0 (13)

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France

Full-day Tour to Nice Monaco Monte-Carlo Eze from Nice

This eight-hour minibus tour sweeps across the French Riviera's signature towns, starting in Nice with its flower market and seafront promenades, then heading east to the hilltop village of Ézé for perfume-factory insights and coastal vistas. You'll cross into Monaco to navigate the Grand Prix circuit by coach, tour the old quarter and Prince's Palace Square, then finish in Monte Carlo admiring the casino and Belle Époque grandeur. An English-speaking local guide drives and narrates throughout, with a lunch break built in (food at your own cost).

Excursion on electric scooter in Nice - The Unmissable

Glide through Nice on an electric scooter with a local guide who knows the city's quieter corners and best vantage points. This two-hour ride covers the essentials—Place Masséna, the Promenade des Anglais, and Castle Hill—but at a pace that lets you actually absorb the architecture and stories rather than rush past them. You'll get a quick safety briefing before setting off, so even first-timers find their balance fast.

Transfer - Nice city> Nice Airport

Private car service whisking you between Nice city centre and the airport in 20–30 minutes. English-speaking drivers hold full VTC qualifications and insurance. You'll travel in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary water, sweets, and WiFi. An hour's airport wait is included, so no rush if your flight's delayed or you arrive early. Fixed pricing means no surprises at journey's end.

20 min – 30 minfrom AUD $150

★ 5.0 (13)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Walking & Driving morning tour of Nice

Explore Nice with a knowledgeable local guide over two and a half hours, combining minibus transport and walking. You'll visit the port district and scenic overlooks before heading into the old town to wander Cours Saleya's flower stalls, narrow lanes, and the famed Promenade des Anglais. Along the way, pick up stories about the city's character, its Nissart dialect, and layered history. Wraps by midday, leaving your afternoon free.

Guided walking tour of Mont-Saint-Michel in the 15th century

Walk Mont-Saint-Michel's ramparts and passages with Peppin Le Breton, a 15th-century man-at-arms, who recounts the 1434 English siege and daily life inside a fortress under attack. This two-hour guided tour cuts through medieval mythology to reveal how soldiers, monks and smugglers actually lived during the Hundred Years War, with your costumed guide narrating from the perspective of someone who defended these stone walls.

Enigmatic Ghosts, Crimes, & haunting Tales of dark Bordeaux

This two-hour walking tour traces Bordeaux's darker chapters through its most storied locations. As evening settles, a guide leads you past grand mansions and cobbled plazas, recounting documented crimes, doomed romances, and local legends tied to specific buildings. You'll learn why certain streets earned sinister reputations and what drove the city's most notorious tales. The tour wraps with a small treat and hands you quiz cards to test your recall of Bordeaux's shadowed past.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $69

VIP Paris in a Day: Montmartre, Louvre, Île de la Cité, Cruise

★ 5.0 (13)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

VIP Paris in a Day: Montmartre, Louvre, Île de la Cité, Cruise

Eight-hour guided tour threading together Paris's essential landmarks: the bohemian streets of Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur, the Louvre's masterworks including the Mona Lisa, and the island sanctuary of Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame's exterior. Conclude with a Seine cruise past architectural landmarks and the Eiffel Tower. A local guide handles logistics and context throughout, with metro travel included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $667

5-HOURS PRIVATE Sightseeing Tour of the Provence from La seyne, Toulon cruisesl

★ 5.0 (13)

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France

5-HOURS PRIVATE Sightseeing Tour of the Provence from La seyne, Toulon cruisesl

Explore Provence's countryside and villages on a private five-hour excursion departing from La Seyne-sur-Mer near Toulon. Your local driver navigates you through lavender fields, hilltop hamlets, and wine regions whilst sharing insider perspectives on regional produce, viticulture and daily Provençal culture. Travel in air-conditioned comfort with a small group of up to six, enjoying complimentary refreshments and hotel transfers.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1304

Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

★ 5.0 (13)

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Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

Walk straight past the queues into the Musée de l'Armée at Les Invalides with a dedicated guide steering you through two hours of military history. You'll navigate the extensive collection of weapons, uniforms, and personal effects spanning both World Wars, gaining insight into how these conflicts shaped France and its people. The guide unpacks the stories behind the objects, connecting artefacts to lived experience rather than dates alone.

Sailboat tour to the island of Cannes

Set sail from Cannes aboard a traditional sailboat for four hours exploring the Lérins Islands. You'll anchor in sheltered bays with transparent waters, swim and snorkel in the Mediterranean, then settle in for lunch prepared fresh onboard. The pace is unhurried—whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with mates, there's room to unwind, read, or simply watch the coast recede. Wine and beer accompany the meal. Public transport reaches the departure point easily.

Walking Tour in Nice France

Explore Nice's most distinctive quarters on foot over two hours, starting at the palm-lined Promenade des Anglais and threading through narrow alleyways of the old quarter before reaching Place Garibaldi. Your guide shares local stories and historical detail throughout, finishing with panoramic views across the harbour and the famous 'I Love Nice' vantage point overlooking the Bay of Angels.

Medoc Private Half Day Wine Tour from Bordeaux

A curated four-hour wine tour through Médoc, Bordeaux's premier red wine territory. Your guide drives you in a private minivan to two hand-picked estates—likely Grand Cru or cru bourgeois properties lining the famous Castle Road—where you'll taste wines directly at source. Departs from your hotel at either 9am or 2pm, with a professional English-speaking guide steering the experience and conversation.

Aix-en-Provence Half Day Wine Tour with Picnic & Pétanque

A half-day wine tour through the quieter valleys around Sainte Victoire that skips the usual circuit. You'll visit a working vineyard to learn how Provençal wines are made, then taste a lineup spanning white, red and three distinct rosés. Afterwards, play pétanque and eat a local picnic in a sleepy village square, with time to wander vineyards or side streets on your own. Pickup and dropoff included from Aix-en-Provence.

"Explore Saint-Émilion on e-Bikes: Small Group, half-Day Tour"

Glide through Saint-Émilion's vineyard slopes on e-bikes, powered by battery rather than leg-power alone. Over four hours, you'll roll past legendary châteaux—Angélus, Cheval Blanc, Petrus—with a guide steering you through the UNESCO-listed terrain. Stop halfway at a family winery for proper tasting and sample the region's famed canelé pastry. The e-bike removes the grunt from hillside touring, letting you absorb the landscape and chat with locals without gasping for breath.

2 Hour Private Opera Garnier Guided Tour

Explore the Palais Garnier on a two-hour private guided tour through Paris's most architecturally stunning 19th-century opera house. Your guide reveals the building's hidden depths—from the subterranean lake beneath the stage to the ornate Grand Staircase—uncovering the stories and scandals that shaped this temple to lyric arts. Walk through spaces where Parisians of the 1870s gathered as much for society as for song, experiencing the Garnier's transformation from civic gathering place to performance venue.

2 hoursfrom AUD $961

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