Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.
A half-hour treatment using Burgundy's wine and fruit extracts to ease tension and restore vitality. Set in a private sanctuary at Cube Massages, this therapy draws on local Chardonnay, Pinot Noir from Gevrey Chambertin, and blackcurrant buds to deliver a restorative experience. Step into a quiet space where stress dissolves and you emerge recharged, without the noise of typical spa bustle.
Descend the Furon Canyon near Grenoble in the Vercors massif, navigating waterfalls, natural slides, and rock pools over four hours. You'll abseil, swim through gorges, and scramble down limestone walls with a qualified instructor, who documents the day in photos. The route stays within the protected park, offering genuine alpine relief on warm days. Moderate fitness and swimming comfort required.
A five-hour loop through the Luberon Valley capturing Provence's most photogenic corners. You'll visit Fontaine de Vaucluse's spring, the hilltop village of Gordes, the calm Abbaye de Sénanque monastery, and Roussillon's distinctive ochre-coloured cliffs. The route includes market stops (Tuesday in Gordes, Thursday in Roussillon) and lavender fields when in bloom. All travel time is built into the duration, so you're not rushing between points.
A seven-hour private exploration of Beaujolais wine country led by a certified guide who handles transport. Visit two working wineries, meet producers mid-vintage, and sit down to a three-course lunch paired with regional wines at a bistronomic restaurant overlooking the valley. Everything from tastings to meals to pickups from your Lyon accommodation is included. Designed for those keen on smaller, lesser-known producers rather than household names.
Escape into a 45-minute facial treatment in Burgundy that harnesses the region's vineyard heritage. This beauty break uses localised extracts from Chardonnay and Pinot noir grapes alongside blackcurrant buds to restore skin vitality and mental clarity. Designed for those seeking genuine restoration rather than rushed pampering, the experience unfolds in a discreet sanctuary where you'll emerge refreshed and grounded.
Skip the airport shuttle queue and get a dedicated driver for your journey from central Paris to CDG. This 40-minute private transfer pairs you with a local chauffeur who collects you from your hotel or address, handles your luggage, and navigates traffic so you arrive calm and on time. Choose between executive saloons or spacious seven-seaters depending on party size. Bottled water and a 15-minute grace period at pickup are included.
Paddle 14 kilometres down the Verdon River from Castellane to Pont de Soleil, tackling rapids and optional swims along one of France's most dramatic gorges. This 3.5-hour descent combines adrenaline with stunning canyon scenery—the river stays refreshingly cold even in summer, cutting through towering limestone walls. You'll work through whitewater sections that demand active participation rather than passive drifting, making it ideal for those wanting genuine engagement with the landscape rather than a gentle float.
Set sail from Cannes aboard Georgette, a award-winning Hanse 460, on a three-and-a-half-hour private charter to the Lérins Islands. Your skipper guides the boat across the Bay of Cannes to sheltered anchorages where you can swim, paddleboard and snorkel in crystalline waters. Rosé from a small Provençal producer, soft drinks and snorkelling kit are included. This is your boat, your crew, your schedule—no shared passengers, no compromises.
Reliable airport transfers between Paris Charles de Gaulle, central Paris and Disneyland Paris in climate-controlled vans accommodating 1–7 passengers. Your driver speaks multiple languages and knows the city well enough to point you towards genuinely good pastry shops. Journey takes 1–3 hours depending on destination and traffic. Bottled water, WiFi and child seats included.
A 2.5-hour guided mystery hunt through the Louvre that turns masterpiece spotting into a detective game. Your group solves puzzles and cracks clues to expose a fictional art thief, unlocking gallery directions as you progress. A licenced guide coaches you through each challenge while revealing why these paintings matter. Designed for teens but genuinely engaging for mixed-age families who want their museum visit to feel like an adventure rather than a lecture.
Wander through Montmartre's steep streets sampling chocolates and pastries from Paris's finest makers, guided by someone who reads your preferences and steers you toward standouts. Two-and-a-half hours of tasting high-calibre confections paired with anecdotes about the neighbourhood's colourful past. You'll leave with a curated PDF of addresses to revisit later, plus a group photo as a memento.
A three-hour walking tour through Marseille's oldest quarters led by a local guide who weaves together the city's Greek heritage, medieval tales and present-day character. You'll wander hidden laneways, meet neighbours over drinks or pétanque, and taste regional specialities whilst your guide photographs standout moments. Finish with insider tips on where locals actually eat and drink, turning you into a seasoned Marseillais by day's end.
A 2-hour walking tour through Lyon's oldest and most dynamic quarters, moving from Vieux-Lyon's Renaissance alleyways to the Presqu'île's grand boulevards and cultural landmarks. Your guide steers you through centuries of architecture, local stories, and neighbourhoods where Lyonnaise life actually happens—past traboules, silk-weaver workshops, and squares where residents gather. Designed for those who want to understand how the city works rather than simply tick off sights.
Spend 90 minutes in a Trocadéro workshop learning jewellery-making from Parisian craftspeople. You'll design a custom piece—necklace, bracelet or earrings—selecting from pearls, chains and findings in gold and silver plating, then master the assembly techniques to take home your finished creation. No experience needed; the team guides you through each stage.
Step into a third-generation cognac house in France's heartland for a 90-minute guided tour that traces how grapes become spirit. You'll walk through the working distillery, peer into the bottling line, and finish with three aged samples that reveal what decades in oak actually tastes like. The pacing suits everyone from complete beginners to seasoned drinkers—there's genuine craft on display rather than theatre.
A 4.5-hour guided tour of the French Riviera's standout towns, led by a knowledgeable local driver who weaves regional history and geography into the journey. You'll travel in air-conditioned comfort while your guide shares insider stories about the coast's cultural heritage and landmarks. Perfect for those wanting context without the coach-tour rush.
Follow Australian military history across the Somme battlefield with a guide who knows the Diggers' story intimately. This 8–9 hour tour from Arras covers Villers-Bretonneux, Pozieres, and Le Hamel—sites where Australian forces fought during the First World War. Small groups mean you can linger at memorials, hear specific soldier accounts, and understand the landscape as those who served it did. Includes entry fees, water, and air-conditioned transport.
A four-day journey through Morocco's southern desert led by Berber guides whose families have inhabited these lands for generations. Travel by private 4WD from Marrakech into the Sahara, staying in traditional riads and a luxury desert camp. You'll trek by camel to witness the sunset over endless dunes, guided throughout by English, Spanish or Italian-speaking locals who know every aspect of this landscape. This is their home, shared directly with you.
Trace the Revolution's arc through central Paris, starting at the Bastille and threading through the Marais's narrow lanes where key figures once moved. This 2.5-hour walk examines what sparked the uprising, the descent into bloodshed and political chaos, and the fates of the royal family. Your guide unpacks the ideology and intrigue behind one of history's most volatile upheavals, moving beyond mythology to the actual streets where it unfolded.
Spend seven hours sailing around Porquerolles aboard a traditional sailboat with a working crew. The day centres on feeling the rhythm of the sea—wind filling canvas, boat heeling gently, horizon stretching endlessly. Lunch arrives fresh and proper, paired with wine or beer, eaten at the rail whilst the island's pine-clad cliffs slide past. Whether you're alone or with others, this is sailing stripped back to essentials: movement, taste, and the Mediterranean's honest beauty.
Navigate central Paris on your own terms with a self-guided puzzle hunt spanning two hours between the Panthéon and Louvre. Solve fifteen riddles tied to landmarks, architectural details and hidden corners across the city's historic heart—the Sorbonne, Cluny Museum, Notre-Dame, Île de la Cité, Pont Neuf and beyond. You'll get a game booklet packed with clues, a map and historical snippets to deepen the experience. This works equally well for puzzle enthusiasts and history lovers keen to notice what they'd otherwise walk past.
A day-long private wine tour from Paris into the Champagne region with a WSET-certified guide steering you through both grand houses and family vineyards. Travel in a Mercedes van with your expert for nine to eleven hours, visiting high-calibre producers classified as Grand Cru or Premier Cru. Your guide handles logistics and shares the region's winemaking secrets, history, and trade stories whilst you taste and explore.
Pedal through Paris's Left Bank on an electrified Solex, the cult-classic motorised bike of 1960s France, now quietly modernised. This three-hour guided ride sweeps past Notre-Dame, the Panthéon and Musée d'Orsay, letting you cover ground faster than walking whilst staying grounded in the neighbourhood's bohemian character. A knowledgeable guide narrates the artistic and intellectual heart of the city from your seat.
A one-hour private photo session at the Louvre with a professional photographer who'll direct you through the museum's galleries, coaching posture and framing whilst capturing polished portraits against iconic backdrops. You'll receive edited, print-ready images within two days—a tangible record of your Paris visit that beats phone snapshots or relying on strangers behind the camera.
Wander through Montmartre's hilltop streets with a local guide who unpicks the neighbourhood's artistic and bohemian roots over two hours and twenty minutes. Starting at Sacré-Cœur basilica and its sweeping interior mosaics, you'll navigate narrow lanes past the studios and haunts that shaped Paris's creative spirit—from Place du Tertre's artist gatherings to Picasso's workspace, the Pink House, and old cabarets tucked into alleys. Each corner carries the weight of cultural history, and the hill itself rewards you with unfiltered views across the city.
Wade through the treacherous sands surrounding Mont Saint Michel with a certified guide who knows every shifting patch. This 75-minute quicksand encounter, unique to this corner of France, tests your balance and nerve as you sink and struggle free. It's equal parts thrilling and comedic—kids and adults alike emerge muddy, breathless, and buzzing. Your guide brings two decades of bay experience and stays close to catch anyone who gets properly stuck.
Taste your way through Menton's wine culture on this three-hour evening stroll blending French and Italian traditions. Visit two citrus producers sampling fruit-forward wines, then settle into a wine bar for Provençal selections before finishing at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Nine wines total paired with local cheese, cured meats, and regional dishes—including a lemon tart finale. Small groups of eight maximum keep things conversational and unhurried along a flat one-kilometre route.
Spend two hours at a Bandol vineyard with a former Michelin-starred sommelier who breaks down winemaking from vine to glass. You'll walk through the production process, learn to taste strategically rather than guess, and sample the estate's range of wines. Half a bottle per person is included, along with transport and entry. By the end, you'll understand what you're drinking instead of just enjoying it.
This four-hour private excursion from Villefranche-sur-Mer covers Monaco's glittering waterfront and the medieval perched village of Eze. You'll travel in a luxury minivan with a professional guide, stopping to explore Monaco's Old Town, the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit, Monte Carlo's casino quarter and yacht-filled harbour, then climb into Eze's narrow lanes with views across the Mediterranean. Morning or afternoon departures available.
Pedal through Chinon's wine country on a guided cycle tour led by a former UK resident who fell in love with the region's lesser-known reds. Over five to six hours, you'll visit independent producers tucked amongst the vines, taste their output direct from the source, and understand why locals guard this appellation jealously. A locally made picnic breaks up the riding, making this equal parts exercise and discovery.
A guided day tour from Aix en Provence taking in three distinct corners of Upper Provence: the rolling lavender plateau around Valensole, the dramatic limestone canyon of Gorges du Verdon, and the hilltop village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Your driver navigates the country roads whilst you absorb the landscape, with a pedal boat float on Lac de Sainte Croix as the centrepiece. Seven to eight hours total, fully flexible to your pace and interests.
A half-day excursion from Montpellier combining a guided ascent of Pic Saint Loup with regional wine tasting. This five-hour outing takes small groups into the Languedoc countryside, where you'll climb to the summit of a distinctive limestone peak and sample wines from local producers. The route balances physical exertion with slower-paced appreciation of the landscape and glass.
Experience Paris from an open sidecar bolted to a vintage motorcycle, with a local driver narrating the backstreets and landmarks you'd otherwise miss. This 90-minute tour trades the usual coach-and-crowds approach for wind-in-your-face exploration, weaving through lesser-known quarters whilst your guide shares stories tied to the architecture and history rolling past. Two passengers per bike—one nestled in the sidecar, one behind the pilot—with the option to swap halfway through.
Spend eight to nine hours exploring Roussillon's wine country with a retired cellar master who guides you through working vineyards and heritage-listed caves. You'll walk between rows of Catalan vines, taste wines in centuries-old cellars, then settle into a winery restaurant for a three-glass paired picnic overlooking both coastal plains and inland hills. The day balances physical exploration with leisurely tasting and eating, revealing how local winemakers have shaped this region's identity.
This private 2.5-hour walking tour guides you through Montmartre's winding streets and hidden corners, revealing the neighbourhood's artistic legacy and contemporary bohemian culture. You'll traverse the same cobbled lanes that inspired Monet, Picasso and Van Gogh, duck into independent food shops and galleries favoured by locals, and climb to Sacré-Cœur for sweeping views across Paris. A guide walks at your pace, steering clear of crowds to show you village life nestled within the city's 18th arrondissement.
A curated picnic spread served at the Eiffel Tower, tailored to your preferences across two hours. Choose from quiches, charcuterie boards, cheese selections, or baguette sandwiches—each box personalised to your taste. The operator handles the logistics: drinks arrive chilled in insulated bags, kids get toy surprises with their meals, and you take home a waterproof mat. Works equally well for families, couples, or groups wanting to eat without the usual tourist queue hassle.
Spend eight hours exploring the Côtes du Rhône's finest vineyards in a private Range Rover, guided by someone who knows the region inside out. Visit celebrated appellations—Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph—and taste up to eight wines from both established family domaines and emerging producers. Stop at a hidden medieval village producing rare, sought-after bottles known only to insiders, then settle into lunch at a neighbourhood spot locals actually frequent. Learn the stories behind the wines, including peculiar traditions like fruit-in-glass techniques.
Spend four-and-a-half hours navigating Bordeaux's food scene with guide Aurélien, starting at a local shop for Lillet and regional tastings, then through the Chartrons market where he'll curate oysters, roasted chicken, cheese, charcuterie and pastries into a portable feast. Board a private boat for ninety minutes on the Garonne, eating your market haul with local wines while Georgian-era buildings frame the water.
This eight-hour hike takes you into the Mercantour massif, where the southern Alps meet the Mediterranean climate. You'll traverse high-altitude trails linking pristine glacial lakes, with a knowledgeable guide navigating you through shifting terrain and alpine ecosystem. The route rewards steady effort with panoramic ridgeline views and the chance to spot chamois and golden eagles. Suitable for anyone with solid hiking fitness and proper mountain gear.
Explore Deauville and Trouville-sur-Mer by bicycle on this leisurely 2.5-hour private tour led by a local guide. Pedal past Belle Époque villas, along the seafront, and through residential quarters most visitors miss. Discover the architectural heritage, spa culture, and stories that shaped these Norman coastal towns—all at an easy pace suitable for cyclists of any ability.