Private Day Trips

Avoid the throngs of tourists during official visiting hours and enjoy exclusive access to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel before they open to the public. Visit the Vatican Gardens and take a train through the Italian countryside to the Pope's summer residence, Castel Gandolfo. An English-speaking guide is with you at all times and the tour is also audio-guided to maximize the experience.

For a carefree day exploring Mauritius, let someone else do the driving. This private full-day tour - with hotel pickup and drop-off - covers all the bases. Spend time at the Bois Cheri tea plantation, St. Aubin plantation estate, and La Vanille Reserve des Mascareignes (nature park). The tour is capped off with a stroll along the Gris Gris cliffs; perfect for a photo opp. Lunch at either the St. Aubin colonial house or Andrea Lodges, is included.

This tour is a great chance to experience these two amazing places in one day. They are both situated in the Rila Mountain. The main part of the tour will be the area of the lakes, where the hiking takes about 5 hours and it is a perfect opportunity for an escape in the nature. The visit of the monastery will be a little bit more limited but you will still be able to learn the main things about it.

Experience a day in Slovenia you'll never forget with this private full-day tour of the Skocjan Caves and Piran from Ljubljana. Your expert local guide will pick you up from your total and take you to the world-famous Skocjan caves, which are UNESCO-listed and form the base of the Reka river. You'll spend two hours wandering through the caves with a professional guide before continuing on to the seaside town of Piran, the oldest seaport in the country. Wander through the town's narrow streets and enjoy a cup of cappuccino. You'll make a short stop in Portorož before returning to Ljubljana.

Enjoy a personalized insight into the tiny town of Melnik and the historic Rozhen Monastery with a private guide. Hike through the sand peaks of the Melnik Pyramids; discover Bulgarian Revival architecture at the Kordopulova House; taste Bulgarian "banitsa" pastry; and admire St. Antonius Church. Finally, explore the Rozhen Monastery. Tour includes door-to-door round-trip transport with free Wi-Fi.

See the highlights of Barcelona in style on a private half-day tour with a knowledgeable guide. Admire Gaudì masterpieces including La Pedrera (aka Casa Milà) and Casa Batllò. At the famous Sagrada Familia, enjoy skip-the-line tickets to the cathedral and a guided tour of its stunning interior. Continue through the atmospheric streets of the Gothic Quarter, Las Ramblas and finally Montjuic Mountain, where you take in sweeping views over Barcelona in addition to attractions such as the Olympic Stadium. Includes entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore the many sides of Shanghai on this 8-hour private tour that includes a trip to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town on the outskirts of the city. In Shanghai, see sights around downtown, and learn about the city's culture, history, architecture, and local life from a private guide. Lunch is included.

Swap the sights of Messina for a day out at Mt. Etna and Taormina on this 7-hour shore excursion. After a scenic drive along the Sicilian coast, you'll spend time at the famous volcano and soak up the views over the natural park. Visit a winery, stop for photos at Crateri Silvestri, then while away the afternoon in pretty Taormina, seeing the Greek Theatre, Palazzo Corvaja, and more.

Discover one of Bali's top natural attractions on a day trip to Sekumpul Waterfalls, located in the island's northern region. Getting to the falls requires some physical effort. After a drive along winding roads, you'll take a roughly 3-hour trek down a narrow path and about 100 steps, passing through the jungle landscape, by plantations, and over a bridge. You'll also cross streams to get a closer look at the falls, but the effort is worth it for most nature lovers. Then continue the tour to the village of Bedugul to enjoy its mountain scenery. Please note, entrance fees are at your own expense.

Visit the city of Rosetta, also known as Rashid, on a full-day, private tour from Alexandria, and explore the key sites of a historic Egyptian port. Enjoy the flexibility of a private driver/guide as you see artifacts in the Rashid Museum, walk through local markets and colorful neighborhoods, and take in houses from the Ottoman era. This 7-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at Alexandria hotels, a boxed lunch, and round-trip transport, with a stop at Alexandria's Citadel of Qaitbay.

Take a private sightseeing tour to Cascais, Estoril and Sintra with a dedicated guide. Spend a full 8-hour day exploring the bucolic parks, the unique palaces and impressive mansions in the area. Visit Cascais, a formerly sleepy fishing village and Cape Roca, the westernmost point in Europe. Learn about the culture and history of the region through your guide's engaging commentary. Enjoy the personal attention and flexibility that comes with a private tour.

Explore the water town of Zhujiajiao and Shanghai highlights on this private 8-hour tour. Travel to Zhujiajiao, an ancient town of canals and Ming- and Qing-dynasty buildings, and enjoy a gondola ride. After a classic Shanghai lunch or dinner (optional), experience your favorite city attractions or activities based on your time frame, such as The Bund, Yu Garden Bazaar, Jade Buddha Temple, Huangpu river cruise and etc.. Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Shanghai included.

Visit two of the most picturesque towns in Tuscany and taste authentic Chianti wine on this private day trip from Florence. Travel through a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves, and ancient villas on the way to Siena, known for its remarkable cathedral and the famous Palio horse race. After a delicious Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at a hand-picked estate, continue on to the medieval hilltop village of San Gimignano, where more than a dozen surviving towers stand sentinel over the beautiful countryside below.

Follow a local guide through the narrow channels and alleys of Zhujiajiao Ancient Town on a private tour from Shanghai, and see a hidden side of the fascinating water town. You'll ride a gondola for views of Zhujiajiao from the water, and visit a privately-owned garden that's full of Chinese antiques, flowers, and pavilions. By exploring with a private guide, you'll have the flexibility to enjoy Zhujiajiao at your own pace, with plenty of time to pause for lunch at a riverside restaurant, and see the things that interest you most.

Get medieval on this action-packed semi-private day trip from Rome to the gorgeous Tuscan towns of Siena and San Gimignano, strolling the streets of the two UNESCO world heritage-listed towns, sipping local wine and learning all about the history of the places.

Art lovers can easily make a day out of learning about Monet and van Gogh on this 9-hour tour that goes to both Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise from Paris. First, stop at Claude Monet's house and gardens, and catch sight of the workshop where he painted his famous Water Lilies painting. Then stroll the gardens to come across the Japanese-style bridge recognizable from The Japanese Footbridge. Afterward, head over to the Museum of Impressionism to learn more about other Impressionist artists. End your tour at Auvers-sur-Oise, where Vincent van Gogh spent his last days. See the church he painted, as well as his gravestone.

Spend a day away from the busy city with a private tour to Seoraksan National Park and Nami Island.  The 10-hour tour combines the best of Korean nature, history, and contemporary culture. Private transportation enables you to reach each destination comfortably.  Discover the UNESCO listed temples in the park independently and continue onwards to Nami. Visit the filming locations of Winter Sonata or simply explore the charming island at your own pace.

Get a personalized, private tour of Sintra and Cascais from Lisbon. With your dedicated guide, you and your private party of up to 6 people will spend 4 hours exploring this area of Portugal. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off in Lisbon is available.

Join a thrilling quest to find Romania's biggest legend, on this private day trip from Bucharest. Meet your personal guide in Romania's capital, then head into the Transylvania countryside to search for Count Dracula. See important sights pertaining to Vlad The Impaler's life, and learn real storied of his complicated life.

Meet your guide in Villefranche sur Mer and spend 5 hours touring this lovely area. Take in stunning views from Mont Boron, cruise along the Promenade des Anglais, see an Eastern Orthodox cathedral, and admire the scenic vineyards in Bellet. Visit Château de Cr emat to taste local wines and learn about the wine production process. Explore the Old Town of Nice before your tour concludes.