Tours in United States

Silver Springs Manatee Kayak, Glass Boat Small Group Max 14 Tour

When Tom from our team booked this full-day trip from Orlando, we were after a proper dose of Florida nature without the theme park crowds. Silver Springs State Park delivers exactly that—eight and a half hours to explore crystal-clear springs, paddle kayaks past wildlife, and ride the famous glass-bottom boat. It's the kind of place that feels genuinely untouched, with manatees gliding through transparent water and old-growth forests that once doubled as Hollywood sets. The small group cap keeps things intimate, and the included transport from Orlando means you can relax the whole way there and back.

8h 30mfrom AUD $124

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Temecula Wine Tasting Tour

When Ben from our team ran this eight-hour Temecula wine tour, he got the local angle — the kind of insider intel you'd want from people who actually know the region. You're rolling through Southern California wine country in an air-conditioned van, hitting a handful of wineries across the valley. It's a relaxed day that leans on the operator's network rather than rushing between spots. Fair warning: tastings and lunch aren't included in the tour price, so budget for those separately. The crew pitches this as VIP treatment, though the real value hinges on which wineries they slot you into and how knowledgeable your guide actually is on the day.

Dole Plantation, Ko Hana Rum and 3 Zipline Adventure Tour

When Noah from our team booked this half-day loop from Waikiki, we got three distinct experiences bundled into one outing: a wander through the historic Dole Plantation, a rum tasting at Ko Hana Distillery, and three ziplines strung through the trees with lengths ranging from 300 to 1000 feet. It's pitched squarely at Waikiki-based travellers without a rental car, and the air-conditioned vehicle handles all the shuttling. The pacing felt efficient — you're not sitting around, but you're not rushed either. The area is lush and genuinely plantable territory, with a mix of history buffs, adrenaline seekers, and casual tourists on most runs.

5h 30mfrom AUD $293

Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston

4 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $182

Visit Historic Concord on a Private Day Trip from Boston

When Em from our team did this private day trip from Boston to Concord, we found ourselves threading through five hours of American literary and Revolutionary history. Concord punches well above its weight—it's a quiet New England town where Louisa May Alcott, Emerson, and Thoreau all lived and wrote, and where colonists faced British troops in 1775. Our guide picked us up from our Boston hotel and walked us through Orchard House (where Little Women was written), Author's Ridge cemetery, and the town's Revolutionary landmarks. It's a solid option if you want someone else driving and a curated narrative, rather than DIY-ing it.

Self Guided E-Bike Tour Key Biscayne Miami's Island Paradise

When Alex from our BugBitten team picked up an e-bike in Coral Gables and let the app do the navigating, we got a proper sense of Key Biscayne's quieter side—mangrove-lined waterways, the historic Cape Florida lighthouse, and Bill Baggs State Park's sandy stretches. This is a self-guided ride, so you set the tempo; the e-motor handles the grunt work across what amounts to a 4–6 hour loop. It's the kind of tour that suits people who'd rather explore without a guide's commentary, stopping whenever something catches your eye. The headphones and app keep you company, and the flat terrain means most fitness levels can hack it.

Private Guided Wine Country Tour from Santa Barbara

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Private Guided Wine Country Tour from Santa Barbara

When Jake from our team ran this Santa Barbara wine tour, he got to cherry-pick three wineries from a roster of 25+ family-owned producers, then sat back while a guide handled the route. It's a half-day private spin through the region's estate vineyards — just your group, a driver, and a gourmet picnic lunch thrown in. The vibe is relaxed, the wineries genuinely small-scale, and the itinerary bends to what you actually want to taste. Beats the standard coach-tour shuffle, though you'll want to budget for tipping the guide.

6 hoursfrom AUD $530

Private Pearl Harbor and Mini Circle Island Tour from Waikiki

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $1695

Private Pearl Harbor and Mini Circle Island Tour from Waikiki

When Ben from our team booked this private Oahu tour, we got to cherry-pick the stops rather than follow a fixed itinerary—that flexibility made a real difference. Starting at Pearl Harbor's visitor centre, you'll see exhibits and take a boat out to the USS Arizona Memorial, a sobering and respectful experience. From there, the driver customises your route: Dole Plantation with its pineapple gardens and train, North Shore's famous surf beaches and Haleiwa Town, scenic lookouts, a lunch stop (your shout), and finish with South Shore landmarks like Diamond Head and [Hanauma Bay](/places/hanauma-bay). It's a solid 9–10 hours of island-hopping in an air-conditioned van, picking your own pace at each spot.

United Kitchens Going Deep in the Borough of Global Eats

🍜 Food & Cooking

United Kitchens Going Deep in the Borough of Global Eats

When Charlie from our team ran this Queens food tour, we wound through some of NYC's most flavour-packed neighbourhoods on foot and via local transit. The route hits Corona, Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, and Flushing—each stop a different culinary tradition: Mexican family bakery, Ecuadorian street food, Argentinian bites, Colombian vendors, and local riffs on NYC fast-food staples. Five and a half hours of eating, walking, and learning how immigrant communities have genuinely shaped what New Yorkers eat. Small group, so you're not herded around like tourists.

Anchorage Guided Fly-fishing with transportation

When Em from our team tried this Anchorage fly-fishing tour, we got picked up from the hotel and driven an hour into some genuinely stunning backcountry—the kind where you can clock four mountain ranges on a clear day. We spent the full eight hours wading a small, intimate stream in hip boots with quality gear provided, casting for fish in some of the most peaceful Alaskan wilderness you can reach without a serious expedition. It's the kind of outing that feels remote but stays logistically simple, and the guide handled everything from tackle to technique so we could just focus on the fishing.

8 hoursfrom AUD $507

Sedona Day Tour

When Alex from our team ran this eight-hour Sedona loop, it ticked the boxes for first-timers after a solid overview of the area. You hit the recognisable red rock spots — Chapel of the Holy Cross, the airport viewpoint — with time carved out to wander Uptown's galleries, shops and wine bars at your own pace. Tlaquepaque's artisan precinct rounds things out, and lunch is sorted. It's a comfortable, air-conditioned sweep of what makes Sedona tick for visitors, and you're not walking yourself ragged doing it.

War Bunkers and Wildlife Kayak Tour in Sitka, Alaska

When Ben from our team paddled this Sitka tour, we found ourselves exploring WWII bunkers tucked into Alaska's coastline—a quirky blend of paddling and dark history. You spend the morning in a kayak discovering concrete fortifications, underground passages, and artillery sites that reveal how remote Sitka became a strategic outpost during wartime. The guide handles both the kayak logistics and the historical storytelling, keeping groups small enough to ask proper questions. It's a four-hour commitment that splits nicely between water time and on-shore bunker exploration, set against the kind of moody Alaskan backdrop that makes old military infrastructure feel oddly atmospheric.

Wine Tour Pros - Wine Tour in Napa Valley: SUV For Up To 6 Guests

When Em from our BugBitten team booked Wine Tour Pros' private SUV experience in Napa Valley, we rolled up expecting the polished tourist circuit — and got something more genuinely local. You're picked up in a luxury vehicle with a welcome glass of Champagne, then driven by someone who actually knows the winemakers and vineyard owners around here, not just the map. Six hours gives you time to hit a few cellar doors without feeling rushed, and yes, you can drink in the car. The valley itself is postcard-pretty — rolling vines, wooden gates, that California wine-country vibe — but the real appeal is the insider angle and the fact your driver handles all the navigation while you focus on tasting.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1254

Private Washington to Gettysburg Tour by Luxury Car

🛕 Culture & History

Private Washington to Gettysburg Tour by Luxury Car

When Tom from our BugBitten team ran this nine-hour private tour out of Washington, we got a military historian's take on Gettysburg's three days of fighting. You're collected from your hotel (Washington, Gettysburg, or anywhere between) and driven in a comfortable car to the battlefield itself—a landscape that still reads like a tactician's puzzle once someone who knows it explains what happened where. The guide, a twenty-year military veteran, walks you through the high ground at Little Round Top, the Devil's Den, Pickett's Charge, and other pivots of the battle. It's built for newcomers and for those who've already read the books.

9 hoursfrom AUD $3948

Private Mt. Lemmon Rock Climbing Half-Day Tour in Arizona

10 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $494

Private Mt. Lemmon Rock Climbing Half-Day Tour in Arizona

When Alex from our team tried this half-day climb on Mount Lemmon, we found ourselves rigging ropes amongst ponderosa pines with Tucson's sprawl visible far below—proper high-desert climbing without the long drive to Moab. The tour handles all the technical gear and route-setting, so you're free to focus on climbing. The setting's genuinely striking: cooler temps than the valley floor, solid rock, and a mix of climbers from keen beginners to experienced folks working harder pitches. Five hours gives you enough time to warm up, get on multiple routes, and not feel rushed, though you'll need your own transport to the crag.

Yellowstone Full Day Tours

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this full-day Yellowstone tour, we covered the Lower Loop—the park's showstopper circuit hitting Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, the Grand Prismatic Spring, and a string of geysers and waterfalls in between. It's a solid 10–12 hour push through one of America's most visited national parks, so expect company at major stops but genuine payoff when you see these thermal features up close. The day includes a packed lunch at a park picnic area plus snacks and drinks along the way, though entry fees aren't bundled in.

Santa Fe to Chimayo and Taos Pueblo Driving Tour

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $353

Santa Fe to Chimayo and Taos Pueblo Driving Tour

When Jake from our BugBitten team ran this full-day drive from Santa Fe north into the high desert, it felt like a masterclass in northern New Mexico's layered story. The route hits three major stops—the pilgrimage church at Santuario de Chimayó, the living pueblo at Taos, and the Rio Grande Gorge—across about 7 to 8 hours in a comfortable Sprinter with a local guide steering the narrative. It's the kind of tour that rewards you if you're curious about how place, faith, and community actually work here, not just how they look in photos.

7 Hour Private Scalloping Package in Mangrove Point

🐠 Water Activities

7 Hour Private Scalloping Package in Mangrove Point

When Jake from our BugBitten team tried this seven-hour scalloping charter out of Mangrove Point, he found himself in genuinely calm Gulf waters with a USCG-certified captain and an in-water guide who actually know where the scallops are hiding. The boat crew have logged over 40 combined years working these waters, so you're not guessing—they've got GPS marks and a real track record. You'll spend the day snorkelling around seagrass beds hunting for your dinner, then pull into a local spring to rinse off the salt while the crew shucks your catch fresh. It's the kind of tour that feels less touristy and more like you've hired locals who genuinely want you to leave with a full cooler.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1130

Best in the West Yellowstone Private Tour

Best in the West Yellowstone Private Tour

When Tom from our team booked this private Yellowstone tour, the appeal was obvious: no driving yourself, a dedicated NPS-approved guide, and 12 hours to chase whatever sightings and stops mattered most to your group. The park sprawls across three states, and self-driving means constant map-checking; this tour flips that. You get air-conditioned transport, bottled water on tap, and a guide who knows where the wildlife congregates and can pivot if conditions shift. It's the sort of tour that suits multi-generational trips, groups too large for a rental car, or anyone keen to maximize their one shot at the park without fatigue setting in.

12 hoursfrom AUD $2824

Private 4-Hour Sedona Spirit Journey and Vortex Tour

🧖 Wellness & Spa

Private 4-Hour Sedona Spirit Journey and Vortex Tour

When Ben from our team ran this Sedona Spirit Journey, we got a four-hour guided ramble through the red-rock landscape hitting several of Sedona's famed vortex sites. The tour threads a narrative around energy lines and chakra alignment—whether you're into that framework or just there for the geology and views, the guides personalise the route to what interests you. Hotel pickups included, and the whole thing moves at a pace that suits all fitness levels. Sedona itself is a peculiar mix: stunning desert scenery, New Age boutiques, and a genuine spiritual draw for some visitors.

4h 5mfrom AUD $408

Private Tour of Pikes Peak & Garden of the Gods from Denver

Private Tour of Pikes Peak & Garden of the Gods from Denver

When Charlie from our BugBitten team did this private tour, we climbed to the summit of Pikes Peak—one of North America's most-visited mountains at 14,115 feet—then explored the red rock formations of Garden of the Gods. It's a solid half-day loop from Denver that pairs high-altitude scenery with a proper geological oddity, all with a dedicated driver and guide. The route works year-round, though weather can shift what's accessible on the peak itself. It's the kind of tour that suits families, groups wanting their own pace, and anyone keen to notch a major Colorado landmark without the self-drive hassle.

Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer and Private Tour

When Jake from our team booked this transfer, we got way more than just a ride to the ship. You're picked up from your Anchorage hotel or cruise port and spend eight hours rolling down the Seward Highway with a local guide who actually knows the place — not just the script. The route hugs Turnagain Arm, a genuinely stunning stretch where mountains drop straight into water, and you'll stop at spots that show you why people move to Alaska. It's a solid half-day tour bolted onto your transfer logistics, which beats sitting in an airport lounge.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2810

Private Cathedral Valley and Bentonite Hills combo tour

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $629

Private Cathedral Valley and Bentonite Hills combo tour

When Sarah from our team ran this private 4WD tour through Capitol Reef's northern reaches, we spent five to six hours bouncing through Cathedral Valley and the Bentonite Hills — two of the park's most dramatic geological showstoppers. The landscape here is genuinely Mars-like: towering sandstone monoliths, rust-coloured hoodoos, lava fins, and crystalline formations rise without warning across the red dirt. It's the kind of place where the geology does the talking, and you're mostly along for the ride with a knowledgeable guide, a vehicle full of snacks, and a packed lunch tailored to what you fancy.

Full Day Honda Talon 4 seater

When Noah from our team grabbed the keys to a Honda Talon 4-seater, we had the red rocks of Sedona entirely to ourselves for the day. This is self-guided off-road exploring at your own pace—no tour guide, no set itinerary, just you, three passengers, and some seriously rugged terrain. You get a map, helmets for the kids, and an ice chest to keep drinks cold during eight hours of driving through Sedona's dramatic landscape. It's pure freedom if you're comfortable navigating trails solo and don't mind the responsibility of route-finding.

Private Bear Viewing By Seaplane

When Mia from our team took this seaplane tour out of Juneau, we flew over Admiralty Island to watch Brown Bears in their natural habitat—about 3–4 hours of genuine wildlife viewing in one of Alaska's most remote valleys. The whole trip is 6 hours door-to-door, and the operator runs a tight, carbon-negative ship with a local guide who knows every creek and bear trail. You're in a small private group, so it feels less like a zoo tour and more like you've hired someone who happens to know where the bears are. The scenery alone—Tongass rainforest, glaciers, and rugged coastline—makes the flight worth it, but landing on the beach to watch bears fish or forage is the real draw.

6 hoursfrom AUD $3531

Grand Teton and Native American Petroglyph Tour

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $309

Grand Teton and Native American Petroglyph Tour

When Jake from our team ran this full-day loop from Jackson Hole, we tracked wildlife through Grand Teton and pushed north into Dubois, Wyoming—8–10 hours on the road but genuinely rewarding. The itinerary stacks three separate experiences: a wildlife corridor where bighorn sheep, moose, wolves, and elk are genuinely sighted; an interpretive centre in Dubois that breaks down Rocky Mountain ecology; and a walk (or short drive with binoculars) to see Shoshone petroglyphs carved into rock faces. Small groups capped at 10 keep things manageable, and the mix of driving, learning, and walking suits most fitness levels, though you'll want proper winter boots if you're going in colder months.

Charleston Style VIP Tour

When Tom from our team ran this seven-hour Charleston tour, we got the full sweep of the city's character without the tourist-trap feel. You're paired with a private guide who steers you through the historic core—Federal-style townhouses, the French Quarter's narrow lanes—then out to Mt. Pleasant's quieter Old Village before landing at either Boone Hall or McLeod Historic Site, two plantation estates that anchor the region's complicated past. It's a proper local's day out, with a break for lunch (your shout) plonked in the middle so you're not rushing between stops.

7 hoursfrom AUD $494

Mount Rushmore Memorial Shared Tour from Rapid City, South Dakota

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $231

Mount Rushmore Memorial Shared Tour from Rapid City, South Dakota

When Jake from our BugBitten team did this shared tour from Rapid City, we got the full Mount Rushmore experience without the hassle of driving ourselves. The four colossal presidential faces—Washington, Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Lincoln—loom from the granite mountainside in the Black Hills, carved over 14 years and finished in 1941. It's genuinely arresting up close, and the site's museum adds some substance with interactive exhibits. The tour runs 4–5 hours door-to-door, so you're not spending your whole day on it, which suits most travellers.

Private Northern Lights Lodge & Chase – Fairbanks

Private Northern Lights Lodge & Chase – Fairbanks

When Sarah from our team booked this Fairbanks aurora tour, the pitch was simple but sharp: you get a private lodge *and* a chase van. Most outfits lock you into one or the other. Here, if clouds roll in over the cabin, your guide Michael—a local with two decades under his belt—loads your group into a heated van and hunts clearer skies across Alaska's interior. The whole operation is yours alone: lodge, vehicle, guide, timing. You're not watching the clock or sharing space with strangers. The night runs at your pace, whether that's a 4 AM finish or an early call.

Middle Kenai River Full-Day Fishing Trip

When Tom from our team tackled the Middle Kenai River, we were dropped into one of Alaska's prime fishing zones — a glacial-fed stretch that spills out of Skilak Lake and sits smack in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. The outboard motor gets you across the lake fast, then you're drifting the productive upper sections hunting trophy trout, Dolly Varden char, and seasonal salmon runs. It's a full 8-hour day with a local guide who knows where the fish are holding. Fly, spin, or bait casting — all skill levels are catered for, and the gear and lifejackets are sorted.

8 hoursfrom AUD $798

NYC: Train Trip with Sleepy Hollow and Walkway Over Hudson

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2260

NYC: Train Trip with Sleepy Hollow and Walkway Over Hudson

When Mia from our BugBitten team did this Hudson Valley loop, we hopped the Metro-North from Grand Central straight into literary legend country. The day strings together three distinct villages — Tarrytown (Sleepy Hollow territory), Poughkeepsie (for the Walkway Over the Hudson), and Cold Spring — via scenic train rides that are half the appeal. You'll walk the Old Dutch Church grounds where Irving's tales took root, cross a converted railway bridge 212 feet above the Hudson with proper river views, and end in a genuinely charming village backed by Storm King Mountain. It's a solid 7 hours, paced around trains, so you're not trudging endlessly.

Yellowstone Full Day Private Tour & Hike - Pickup from Gardiner

When Alex from our BugBitten team did this private Yellowstone tour out of Gardiner, it was the kind of day where you actually see what you came for—without the carpark chaos. A guide picks you up and bends the route to what interests you: geysers, canyons, hot springs, wildlife. Over 6–8 hours, you're moving through the park's biggest drawcards in an air-con vehicle, stopping for a proper picnic lunch mid-way. The guide's got medical training and genuine knowledge of the place's geology and history, which makes the difference between pointing at a geyser and understanding why it's there.

Private Jeep Tour in Vail – You Drive, We Guide

Private Jeep Tour in Vail – You Drive, We Guide

When Ben from our team took the keys to a custom Jeep outside Vail, it became clear why this isn't your standard sit-back-and-watch tour. Native Jeeps hands you the wheel on backcountry trails that no other operator in Eagle County is permitted to run — and they walk you through the basics before you head out. Over five hours, you're driving proper mountain tracks with a guide riding shotgun, learning the terrain's history, picking up actual off-road skills, and chasing whatever you came for: scenery, adrenaline, family memories, or good light for photos. The landscape is rugged, the roads aren't highways, and the vibe is refreshingly hands-on.

5 hoursfrom AUD $2119

10 Passenger Max Customizable Private Charter

🐠 Water Activities

10 Passenger Max Customizable Private Charter

When Jake from our BugBitten team booked this private charter along the Kona Coast, we got the full customisable experience—a 33-foot RHIB built for speed and manoeuvrability rather than cramped tour-boat crowds. You're working with a skipper who'll adjust the route based on what you want to see: dolphins, manta rays, Kealakekua Bay's coral gardens, or wherever the conditions and your mood take you. The Kona Coast itself is dramatic—rocky volcanic shoreline meeting deep blue water—and at just 10 passengers max, you're genuinely in control of the day. Four hours on the water, no filler.

4 hoursfrom AUD $2282

Full Day 60HP Pontoon Rental to Shell Island

🐠 Water Activities

Full Day 60HP Pontoon Rental to Shell Island

When Noah from our team picked up the keys to a 60HP Trifecta pontoon, we had eight hours to do whatever we wanted on St. Andrews Bay. The boat sleeps 12 and sits right in Panama City Beach—Shell Island is just 10 minutes out. We cruised past dolphins, anchored where we felt like it, and basically ran our own show. No guide, no itinerary, no rushing. If you've got a crew and don't mind handling the boat yourself (and you're 21+), this is freedom on water.

Grand Canyon ATV Tour

When Jake from our team did this Grand Canyon ATV tour, we headed out from Las Vegas with a mixed group of adventure seekers. The day kicks off with a van pickup from your hotel, a pit stop at Hoover Dam Bypass (decent photos if the light's right), then a drive to a ranch property near the West Rim. You get an hour on an ATV tearing through Joshua Tree Forest, plus a meal and the full van shuffle back to town. It's a solid six to seven hours door-to-door, depending on traffic and whether you add anything at the property.

6 hoursfrom AUD $424

Road To Hana Tour with GO PRO 13 Videography

6 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $494

Road To Hana Tour with GO PRO 13 Videography

When Noah from our team tackled the Road to Hana, it was a full-day sprint along Maui's most famous coastal drive—680 hairpin turns, bamboo forests, and a string of waterfalls that justify the hype. You're bundled into an air-conditioned van with a driver who knows every pull-off and swim spot, stopping to wade through pools, grab lunch from a Hana food truck, and collect GoPro footage of yourself looking windswept and happy. Groups of three or fewer get paired with another small crew; bigger parties go private. It's six to nine hours of sustained jaw-dropping scenery, best tackled with a sense of humour about the road itself.

Mountain Majesty: 4-Hour Self-Guided Jeep & Picnic Adventure

Mountain Majesty: 4-Hour Self-Guided Jeep & Picnic Adventure

When Em from our team took this self-guided Jeep adventure southwest of Las Vegas, it felt like having the Spring Mountain Range mostly to ourselves. You get a private 4x4 vehicle, a gourmet charcuterie spread, and champagne to crack open at a scenic overlook—pitched as the romantic option, but honestly it's just a solid way to see some genuine Nevada backcountry without a tour guide talking at you for four hours. The Lovell Canyon area sits about an hour out of the city, and the whole experience wraps in four hours. It's low-key and self-paced, which means you control the tempo.

4 hoursfrom AUD $247