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Private Tour Legends of Granada and Albaicín (Spanish language)

A two-hour evening walk through Granada's medieval streets and the Albaicín quarter led by a specialist guide versed in local lore. You'll explore shadowy corners of the city's past, treading narrow alleys and hidden squares where disturbing historical events unfolded. This isn't a sanitised heritage tour—it's a chance to encounter the stranger, darker narratives that shaped the city beneath the Alhambra's fame.

2 hoursfrom AUD $635

★ 5.0 (37)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Madrid Old Town Private Walking Tour

Explore Madrid's historic centre on foot with a small-group guide who keeps numbers manageable at ten people maximum. This ninety-minute walk threads through the old town's landmarks and character-filled streets, letting you actually hear your guide and move at a sensible pace. You'll discover the stories behind Madrid's most recognisable corners without the chaos of a packed tour bus crowd.

Delicious Chocolate Tour Barcelona

A pastry chef guides you through Barcelona's Gothic Quarter and Born neighbourhoods, stopping at nine independent chocolatiers and bakeries over 2.5 hours. You'll taste handcrafted chocolates, artisanal churros, regional pastries and roasted nuts—a savoury-sweet breakfast tour pitched at genuine chocolate enthusiasts rather than casual samplers. The guide knows every ingredient and can work around allergies.

Massage Weekends and Holidays

This one-hour couples massage in Granada's old town draws from years of refined technique and international recognition. The therapists blend multiple massage styles into a single comprehensive treatment. You'll retreat to one of three dedicated rooms where ambient lighting, curated soundscapes, and creature comforts—bathrobes, fresh towels, shower access, tea and coffee—create a genuinely restorative setting rather than a rushed clinic experience.

Gourmet Cooking Class & Culture in the rural Montes de Malaga.

Learn to cook a four-course lunch from scratch at a working cortijo nestled in olive and almond groves in the Montes de Malaga. This 3.5-hour class combines hands-on cooking with a taste of rural Andalusian life—you'll prepare traditional dishes using estate-grown ingredients, then eat together outdoors or by the fire, paired with local sherry and the property's own olive oil. Situated 15 minutes from Colmenar, it's a genuine glimpse into how locals eat, not a staged performance.

Sushi Class in Osaka Dotonbori

Learn to hand-form nigiri, roll vegetable sushi, and press oshi-zushi alongside a Japanese chef in Osaka's bustling Dotonbori district. This three-hour class teaches you the fundamentals of sushi-making through hands-on practice, finishing with a meal of your own creations paired with miso soup. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available upon request.

3 hoursfrom AUD $97

Classic Mustang Convertible Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2

★ 5.0 (37)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Australia

Classic Mustang Convertible Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2

Cruise the Barossa Valley in a restored 1966 Mustang convertible with the roof down, taking in vineyards and local produce stops at your own pace. This three-and-a-half-hour private tour picks you up anywhere in the valley and pairs the thrill of classic American muscle with tastings of the region's wines and artisan foods. A local driver navigates you through rolling hills and cellar doors, stopping where your interests lead.

English Speaking Loire Winery Tours originating from Chinon

Explore the Loire Valley's premier wine regions on guided tours departing from Chinon, visiting celebrated vineyards across Chinon, Saumur, and Bourgueil. Half-day and full-day options take you into working caves and onto vineyard slopes to taste over 10 wines directly with producers. Full-day tours include three estates and a home-prepared picnic lunch at a vineyard table. You can purchase bottles on the spot, with shipping arrangements available to get your selections home.

3 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $401

Guided tour of the Chablis Vineyards by e-bike

★ 5.0 (37)

🍜 Food & Cooking

France

Guided tour of the Chablis Vineyards by e-bike

Pedal through Chablis's premier and grand cru vineyards on an e-bike, guided by a cycling instructor and sommelier who decode the landscape and wines as you roll past the vines. Over three hours, you'll tackle rolling terrain without breaking a sweat, wander the village's medieval streets, and finish at a working winery for tastings of six to seven local wines. Perfect for those wanting to understand how terroir shapes what's in the glass.

Boat rental for excursions in Riviera del Conero from Numana

Rent a boat from Numana to explore the Conero coastline at your own pace over 2–3 hours. Skip the crowded beaches and reach secluded coves and crystalline swimming spots accessible only by water, including the striking Spiaggia Delle Due Sorelle. An experienced skipper navigates while sharing local history, and you'll float between dips with local wine, cold snacks and aperitifs. All boats are modern and equipped with safety gear.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $83

Paris Luxury Private Professional Photoshoot at the Eiffel Tower

★ 5.0 (37)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Paris Luxury Private Professional Photoshoot at the Eiffel Tower

Work with a professional photographer for a tailored one-hour shoot around the Eiffel Tower. Your photographer, a union-certified professional, knows the quieter angles and lesser-known vantage points that most visitors miss. You'll receive posing guidance throughout the session to look natural and composed, then download 20–40 edited digital images within two days. Requests for specific themes or shots can be flagged up to 48 hours ahead.

Croix Rousse Market & Rooftop Cooking Class in Lyon

Start at Croix Rousse's bustling market in Lyon, selecting ingredients alongside your host before heading to a private apartment kitchen. You'll cook classical French dishes—think chilled melon soup and beef with aubergine tatin—then sit down to a four-course lunch on the rooftop with panoramic city views. Wine pairs each course. The whole experience runs three-and-a-half hours and delivers genuine Lyon flavours prepared by your own hand.

Dusk Discovery Tour

Step into an Otways sanctuary at dusk when nocturnal creatures stir and day-active animals settle in for the night. This 90-minute walk through predator-free habitat lets you watch wildlife behave naturally, without enclosures or barriers. Groups stay small at ten people maximum, giving you space to photograph golden-hour light and spot native species going about their evening routines. Every dollar of profit funds conservation work on Australia's most vulnerable animals.

Brisbane Small Bars and Street Art Tour

A 3-hour guided roam through Brisbane's hidden bar scene paired with street art discoveries. Your local expert steers you towards three neighbourhood bars—some tucked away from the tourist trail—while pointing out murals by the city's top artists. Thursday routes venture into South Brisbane and West End via Fish Lane's gallery walls; Saturday stays central around the best small bars. Non-drinkers welcome.

ATV Tour In The Dalat Mountains

Tear through Dalat's mountain terrain on a guided ATV adventure across golden valleys and misty forest trails. This 2–3 hour ride takes you past working farms, grazing water buffalo, and local strawberry plantations while you chase photo moments across the Central Highlands. You'll finish with a traditional banh mì sandwich and your choice of drink. ATV experience off-road is essential; moderate fitness required.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $121

Private Tour - Museum of the Imperial Forums in the Trajan Markets

★ 5.0 (37)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Tour - Museum of the Imperial Forums in the Trajan Markets

Explore Rome's Imperial Forums through artefacts and architectural remains at Trajan Markets museum. This two-hour private tour with a local guide traces how five separate forums—those of Julius Caesar, Augustus, Vespasian, Nerva and Trajan—functioned as civic and commercial centres. You'll examine pottery, sculptures and inscriptions that reveal daily life across centuries, then ascend to the terrace for views across the Forum and Piazza Venezia. A medieval shop row built atop an ancient Roman street illustrates how the site evolved long after the empire's decline.

Italian Paint and Wine Experience Art Class in Rome with Pizza

Spend 2.5 hours painting Roman architectural landmarks whilst drinking unlimited Italian wine in a 17th-century palazzo classroom. You'll work with a local instructor to produce a canvas to take home, fuel your creativity with authentic Roman pizza, and leave with new friendships. No artistic experience required—just show up with appetite and an open mind.

2/3 Hours Art Stained Glass Course in Trastevere

Craft a small stained glass piece in a Trastevere studio over two hours, learning traditional glass-cutting and assembly techniques. You'll take home a wearable keepsake made entirely by your own hands. The workshop includes all materials, refreshments during a break, and instruction from a practised artisan. Ideal for those seeking a tactile creative experience rather than passive sightseeing.

Hanoi Hidden Bites Premium Food Adventure by Tony Eats Hanoi

A three-hour small-group exploration of Hanoi's neighbourhood food scene with a local guide who knows the back alleys and family kitchens. Choose between sampling generational Vietnamese classics—the pho joints and bún chả vendors locals have eaten at for decades—or pursuing bolder, rarely-seen dishes that challenge the palate. You'll taste ten dishes across hidden spots, learn the rhythm of eating street-side, and pick up the stories woven through each neighbourhood's food culture.

Hanoi Horseback Riding Club & Tours - Exclusive Experience

Saddle up for Hanoi's first horseback riding tours within Gamuda Yen So Park, a 2–3 hour escape from the city's chaos. Beginners and families mount gentle horses under trained supervision, covering a 2km trail while learning foundational riding skills. You'll collect professional photos, craft a take-home souvenir, and sip refreshments between rides. Transport from your Hanoi hotel is sorted, leaving you to focus on the quieter side of Vietnam's capital.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $21

Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour

★ 5.0 (37)

🛕 Culture & History

Vietnam

Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour

Trace Vietnam's turbulent 20th century through three pivotal sites in Hanoi. This 3–4 hour tour moves between the Vietnam National Museum of History, the former Hoa Lo Prison (where French colonisers and later American pilots were held), and the B-52 Victory Museum. You'll encounter artefacts, personal accounts, and recovered military hardware that illustrate how Vietnamese resistance shaped the nation's trajectory. Guided visits include transport, entry fees, and refreshments.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $75

★ 5.0 (37)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome by Night 3 hours Private Tour

See Rome's landmark monuments illuminated against the night sky on this three-hour private tour. A Rome-born driver-guide navigates you through the city's most photogenic spots after dark, explaining the history and stories behind each site. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water included, learning why locals call it the Eternal City.

Walking Tour to Madrid Experiencing History, Food, and Fun

This 3.5-hour walking tour threads through Madrid's oldest quarters with a local guide who weaves history, architecture and humour into the route. You'll start at Plaza Mayor, navigate the medieval lanes, stop at a working market for snacks and drinks, then meander past the city's most significant heritage sites toward the Royal Palace's exterior. The tour concludes at an established local restaurant where you'll taste regional specialities and wines. It's structured as a casual stroll with friends rather than a formal lecture.

3 Hour VIP Private Luxury Boat Charter in Tenerife

Sail the Atlantic from Tenerife's coast aboard a private luxury vessel for three hours. Depart with sparkling wine in hand, cruise open waters watching for bottlenose dolphins and sea turtles, then anchor in a sheltered bay for swimming and snorkelling amongst volcanic scenery. Staff prepare fresh provisions whilst you explore the seabed, before returning to Puerto Colon as the sun drops.

3 hoursfrom AUD $752

★ 5.0 (36)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Spain

Couples Photoshoot Barcelona

A one-hour portrait session in Barcelona with an English photographer who specialises in capturing couples against the city's most photogenic backdrops. Mike guides you through his favourite locations, focusing on natural light and genuine moments rather than stiff poses. The result is a collection of images ready for social media or simply to treasure. Wheelchair accessible throughout, and suitable for all fitness levels.

Discover Scuba Diving . First Experience underwater

Your first dive happens with a marine biologist who knows the underwater landscape inside out. Based in Spain, this three-hour session keeps groups small so instructors stay focused on you. Equipment is current Cressi gear, and you'll get underwater shots included. The session balances hands-on learning with genuine curiosity about what lives beneath the surface, whether you're nervous or keen.

Introduction to Barcelona's Old Town Gothic Quarter Walking Tour

A 2.5-hour guided walk through Barcelona's Gothic Quarter that treats history as something alive, not archived. Your local guide weaves two millennia of Catalan stories through twisting medieval lanes, pointing out the layered details most visitors miss. You'll hit the famous spots and the quiet corners, learn how the past shapes the present, and leave with insider knowledge on where to eat and what's worth your time. Small groups mean real conversation, not lecture-hall tourism.

Sangria Masterclass in Barcelona

Learn to craft three distinct sangria styles alongside a Barcelona local over ninety minutes. You'll work through the classics—dark red, pale white, and sparkling cava versions—mastering how to balance fruit, wine, and spirits for genuine flavour. The session wraps with glasses of cava, tastings of each blend you've made, and a spread of jamón and cheese to anchor the learning.

Chef's Choice Sushi and Tempura Luxury Foodie Tour in Ginza

Spend two and a half hours in Ginza sampling sushi and tempura at award-winning restaurants, seated directly at the counter where chefs work. Your guide—trained and English-speaking—walks you through Tokyo's upmarket district, explaining the history and technique behind each dish while you eat your way through an omakase menu and tempura course. You'll finish with four drinks included across both venues.

2h 30mfrom AUD $314

Yanaka and Asakusa Walk around DOWNTOWN TOKYO like a local

★ 5.0 (36)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Japan

Yanaka and Asakusa Walk around DOWNTOWN TOKYO like a local

Explore the backstreets of Yanaka and Asakusa with a local guide who knows where residents actually eat and shop. This 3.5-hour walk threads through neighbourhood alleys lined with family-run shops, small temples tucked between buildings, and spots where Tokyo's older rhythms still pulse. You'll see how locals move through these districts, grab a drink and snack along the way, and catch the illuminated Sensoji Temple gate and Tokyo Skytree at dusk—a different Tokyo than guidebooks show.

1 and a Half Kyoto Premium Sushi Class near Fushimi Inari Shrine

Learn to roll and shape nigiri and hosomaki sushi from four experienced chefs in Kyoto near Fushimi Inari Shrine. This 90-minute hands-on class starts with technique practice using training tools, then moves to crafting with fresh fish sourced daily from Kyoto's central market. You'll work through each step methodically, taking home the skills to recreate what you've made.

Sushi Making Experience Luxury Course in Nara

Master the fundamentals of sushi-making in Nara over 90 minutes with a skilled instructor guiding you through rice preparation, fish slicing, and nigiri assembly. You'll work with authentic tools, grate fresh wasabi, and select your own toppings before assembling eight pieces to take home. The session wraps with a certificate and group photo, leaving you with genuine techniques to recreate at home.

Learn the art of street photography in the heart of Montmartre!

Spend two hours learning street photography fundamentals across Montmartre's winding lanes and rooftops. Your guide covers composition, technical camera settings, and visual storytelling—whether you're shooting on a DSLR or smartphone. You'll work through Abbesses, past cemetery monuments, towards Pigalle's neon signs and the Moulin Rouge, capturing the neighbourhood that's drawn painters and photographers for generations. Walk away with sharper eye for light, framing, and narrative.

2 hoursfrom AUD $242

Nice Electric Scooter Rental - High range

★ 5.0 (36)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

France

Nice Electric Scooter Rental - High range

Glide along the Côte d'Azur on a high-range electric scooter, bypassing congestion to explore Nice at your own tempo. Cruise the waterfront sweep of the Promenade des Anglais, navigate the maze of Old Town's vendor stalls and narrow streets, then climb Castle Hill for sweeping coastline views. With 50km range and three speed settings, you'll cover serious ground in an hour without the usual tourist shuffle.

Go Karting Tokyo Uptown Experience|7 Top Destinations in 120 Mins

Pilot a go-kart through Tokyo's uptown districts past seven landmark sites—Skytree, Sumo Stadium, Tokyo Station, Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower, Ginza, and Kabukiza—over 100 minutes guided by locals versed in the city's history. Capture 360-degree footage and stills as you navigate the routes yourself, with all safety gear, fuel, and insurance included. A kinetic way to clock major sights without the usual tourist queues.

Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Tour fast track entrance.

Skip the queues and explore the Vatican Museums with a private guide on your own schedule. This three-hour tour grants early-morning access to the galleries before crowds arrive, steering you straight to the Sistine Chapel. Your guide unpacks Michelangelo's ceiling frescoes in detail—the composition, mythology, technique—so you grasp what you're looking at rather than crane your neck in bewilderment. It's just you and your guide, meaning the pace and focus bend to your interests.

Ancient Rome VR Experience in Golf Car

See Ancient Rome layered over its modern self on this three-hour electric golf cart tour fitted with VR headsets. Your guide drives you past the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, and Piazza Navona while archaeologist-approved 3D reconstructions play across your screen, revealing how these monuments looked in their heyday. You'll also stop at the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Orange Garden for views across the city. It's a tech-forward way to read Rome's imperial past without fighting crowds at ticket gates.

Private wooden boat tour on Lake Como

Cruise Lake Como's shoreline aboard a private wooden boat, taking in grand villas, Alpine peaks and lakeside villages over two hours. Your skipper navigates past storied estates like Villa Balbianello and Villa Oleandra, stopping at towns such as Bellagio, Menaggio or Varenna where you can grab lunch at waterfront restaurants. Prosecco and soft drinks come aboard; the route shifts based on your chosen duration and departure point.

2 hoursfrom AUD $1333

Private Tour in Herculaneum with an authorized guide

★ 5.0 (36)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Tour in Herculaneum with an authorized guide

Explore Herculaneum, the Roman settlement frozen by Vesuvius's 79 AD eruption alongside Pompeii. This 90-minute to 2-hour guided tour reveals a compact archaeological site where volcanic ash preserved everyday objects—food, clothing, furniture, skeletal remains—in remarkable condition. Walk through ancient streets, domestic quarters, bathhouses and shops to glimpse how Romans actually lived, with fewer crowds than its famous neighbour.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $208

Authentic Sicilian Cooking Class in Palermo

★ 5.0 (36)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Authentic Sicilian Cooking Class in Palermo

Roll up your sleeves in a Palermo kitchen to learn how Sicilians actually cook. Over three hours, you'll shape fresh pasta by hand—tackling one filled variety and two simpler cuts—then dress them in proper sauces made the way locals do. After you've cooked, you'll eat what you've made in the garden with local cheese, cured meat, and aperitifs. Dietary needs (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free) are handled without fuss.

3 hoursfrom AUD $143

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