Day Trips

Discover the heart of Renaissance history with this independent day trip from Venice to Florence by high-speed train. All transportation essentials will be arranged for you, including a round-trip train ticket and a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Florence attractions like the Ufizzi Gallery and the iconic red-capped Duomo.

The Inca Trail has always been a wonder, part of a network of 30.000 km. of trails going from Mendoza in Argentina to the border between Ecuador and Colombia, and an essential piece of the road system of the Inca's Empire. Vibrant with some of the most incredible nature you could encounter on a trek due to the subtropical forest situation, full of valleys, snow-capped mountains and an amazing variety of plants, birds and animals, crossing archaeological sites and traditional living culture of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, while using its cautiously preserved stairs and tunnels and ending at the legendary Machu Picchu.

This small-group tour will take you off the beaten path in the Sacred Valley. Visit the ruins of Moray, Salineras and hike to hidden Inca ruins above a gorgeous waterfall.

Enjoy a wonderful excursion to Iguazu Falls Brazilian Side. It´s basically a bus ride in the jungle and a visit to a 1500 mts trail to enjoy a unique panoramic view of the falls with an elevator. We include the visit to the Bird´s Park, to enjoy birds of the jungle

Combine a visit to the Meeting of the Waters, a trip to an indigenous village, and a chance to see the Amazon river dolphin in the wild during this 8-hour speedboat tour from Manaus. National Park entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from your Manaus hotel are included.

The Inca Trail is the most famous trail in Peru, you will be able to enjoy an endless number of important archaeological centers, as well as being in different climates from the hottest to the coldest, also visiting communities with their cultures, the richness of flora and fauna abounds On this route between the main centers to visit seraRunkuracay, Sayacmarca, Phuyupatamarca and Wiñayhuayna. At dawn you will reach Inti Punku, or "The Sun Gate", which will take you to the wonder of Machupicchu.

Visit the mountain towns of Grindelwald and Interlaken on a day trip from Zurich. As you travel to the mountains, learn about the Swiss Alps from an onboard, multilingual guide. Enjoy plenty of free time to explore the small town of Grindelwald at your own pace, and then hop on a train to Interlaken - the adventure capital of the Bernese Oberland.

Embark on an easy 5-mile (8-km) guided hike through the Imbros Gorge on this full-day trekking tour of Crete. Marvel at Crete's unique topography as you explore the rocky ravine in the shadows of the White Mountains and pass the mountain villages of Vrisses, Askifou and Imbros. After refueling with a typical Cretan lunch (own expense), pay a visit to the 14th-century Venetian castle of Frangokastello, then cool off with a swim in the Libyan Sea.

Sacred Valley of The Inkas The Sacred Valley is a region in Peru's Andean highlands. Along with the nearby town of Cusco and the ancient city of Machu Picchu, it formed the heart of the Inca Empire. Stretching roughly 60 kilometers, it's an area of fertile farmland and Spanish colonial villages like Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Pisac and Chinchero are known for its Sunday handicraft market and hilltop Incan citadel.

Experience the best of Suzhou on this exciting day tour. Appreciate the art of Humble Administrator's Garden and its profound history. Wonder among the gorgeous scenes at Tiger Hill, the No.1 sight of Suzhou. Learn more about Chinese history in Panmen Gate, take a pleasant stroll down Shantang Street. A culture visit to see how the silk produced is also included!

Explore the magnificent landscape and cultural centers of the Ihlara Valley on this full-day tour in south Cappadocia. Enjoy your journey by air-conditioned coach as you travel through Cappadocia's compelling ancient landscape with an expert guide. Discover the subterranean world of Derinkuyu Underground City and explore the sacred caverns at Selime Monastery. See if you recognize any scenes from Star Wars in Yaprakhisar and learn about how the Turkish people have lived in unison with the local landscape for thousands of years. 

Absorb the sweeping vistas and fresh mountain air of the Swiss Alps on an invigorating independent day-trip from Lucerne. Travel by comfortable coach through the UNESCO-listed Jungfrau region and admire spectacular scenery as you approach the mountain towns of Interlaken and Grindelwald. Listen to illuminating commentary from your guide and then spend half of the day exploring Grindelwald independently. Then, board a train to Interlaken to enjoy more leisurely free time in the lively lakeside resort. Reconvene with your guide at a prearranged time for the relaxing journey back to Lucerne.

Discover the Eternal City at your own pace on this day trip from Florence to Rome. Climb aboard the high-speed train from Florence and arrive in the Italian capital to enjoy a 12-hour sightseeing pass on a hop-on hop-off bus. Pass the Vatican, the Colosseum and other top attractions, hopping off to further explore your points of interest. At the end of the day you'll return to Florence on the high-speed train.

Travel to see some of the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage sites India has to offer via an air-conditioned chauffeured-driven car. Visit the majestic Taj Mahal, the fortified ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, the powerful Agra Fort and Sikandra, a suburb that houses the Tomb of Akbar the Great. With a private car, you'll be able to enjoy your self-guided tour at your own pace.

Travel to the mountain village of Imlil on a full-day trip from Marrakech, and discover the stark, beautiful scenery of the High Atlas. Explore undulating walnut orchards, slip into the winding Moulay Brahim Gorge and get a glimpse of local life in the small community of Asni. Delve farther into the rumpled landscape: mount a mule to climb from Imlil to Aroumd, whose terraced gardens cascade down the steep valley walls, and enjoy a traditional meal in a Berber home.

Take your Swiss Alps adventure to new heights on this independent day trip to Mt Rigi. Explore this breathtaking destination at your own pace, starting with a boat cruise from Lucerne. Use your pre-booked tickets and provided timetables to plan the cogwheel train and aerial cable car portions of your tour. You'll take the railway up Rigi Kulm for two or five hours of free time at the summit, depending on which option you select. Then enjoy more postcard-worthy views en route to Weggis before the return boat ride to Lucerne.

Staying in Florence but want to see Rome? Take this day trip by fast train to the Italian capital and enjoy a morning of free time followed by an afternoon Ancient Rome and Colosseum tour. Skip the admission lines outside both the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, learn about the gladiators of bygone days from a guide, and, finally, relax on the train journey back to Florence.

Visit the Greek island of Rhodes during your time in Turkey with round-trip fast ferry tickets from Fethiye that include pickup and drop-off at hotels in select locations. With a full day to explore the island on your own, you can walk from the ferry to the medieval city of Rhodes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and soak up the distinctive culture and history of the Dodecanese Islands.

Set sail from Turkey to Greece on this independent day trip from Marmaris to the Greek island of Rhodes, including round-trip transport by catamaran and transfers from Marmaris port. After a scenic 45-minute cruise, arrive in the UNESCO-listed Rhodes Town, where you can start your full-day island adventure. Walk the famous Street of the Knights, visit the Palace of the Grand Masters or tuck into delicious Greek mezes, before wandering around the historic Mandraki Harbour, browsing the shops or soaking up some rays on the beach.

Discover a mountain landscape of terraced fields, Berber villages, and high peaks on a full-day, private hiking trip from Marrakech to Imlil. Following the 1.5-hour trip from Marrakech to Imlil you'll set out on foot, walking through a scenic valley to the Berber village of Aremd. Traveling with a private guide means the flexibility to explore at your own pace, with plenty of time to enjoy the things that interest you most, and this tour includes round-trip transport from Marrakech in a climate-controlled vehicle.