Day Trips

Explore the highlights of Montreux, Chillon, and Lavaux on this day trip from Geneva. Learn about the life of artist Charlie Chaplin with a visit to Chaplin's World, before traveling past the sprawling vineyards of the UNESCO-listed Lavaux region by coach. Take a guided tour of Château de Chillon, an opulent lakeside castle hailed as one of Switzerland's most iconic attractions, and then top off the day wandering the charming streets of Montreux.

Head south to diminutive coastal Montenegro on this day trip from Dubrovnik. Take a scenic drive on the southern Dalmatian Coast and experience small Adriatic villages and towns, including the UNESCO-listed Kotor, situated in Europe's southernmost fjord. Admire Sveti Stefan, a medieval island turned luxury hotel, and spend some time in Budva, a walled medieval town on the sea, like a mini Dubrovnik. Finish with an optional ferry ride across the Bay of Kotor and then enjoy a final scenic drive on your way back to Dubrovnik.

Ascend into the enchanting cloud forest of Costa Rica with a full-day tour to Monteverde (Curi Cancha Reserve) including its famous butterfly garden. Trek through the rain forest with a naturalist-guide who helps you spot the abundance of wildlife and tropical birds that live among Monteverde's diverse ecosystems. Stroll through a beautiful butterfly garden and hummingbird gallery for up-close views of these winged creatures. After this pleasant immersion in nature, finish your day with a tour at Don Juan's coffee plantation. Lunch and hotel transport included.

Explore one of the cornerstones of Catalan culture and history on this small-group, 7-hour tour to Montserrat. See the Montserrat Monastery, home to the famous Black Madonna, and then follow a guide through the vineyards of Oller del Mas, a winery housed in a 10-century castle. Descend into the cellars to learn about the production methods, and sample three signature wines alongside a cold tapas lunch with dessert.

This Montserrat Afternoon Tour is a great option for travelers with limited time in Montserrat. You'll take the stress out of organizing transport by having door-to-door transfers included. Traveling in a small-group means a more personalized experience. Your guide will take you to Montserrat Mountain during the afternoon when it's less crowded. Highlights include the Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, the Basilica, and the Holy Cave. 

Take a deep dive into the fascinating history, medieval towns, and beautiful scenery of Montenegro's Bay of Kotor on this 10-hour excursion from Dubrovnik. Get a closer look at the Mediterrean Sea's only fjord as you visit the baroque palaces and Catholic churches of Perast, learn about the Venetian history of Kotor, and enjoy the coastal scenery of Budva.

Explore the archaeological highlights of Oaxaca without getting lost on this day trip, a great choice for first-time visitors. Take a guided tour of Monte Alban, the largest Zapotec urban center and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit its satellite city, Atzompa. Then travel to Yagul and Mitla to see other examples of Zapotec architecture. Plus, round-trip transportation from downtown Oaxaca is included.

Customize a private getaway to Monterey, Carmel and Pebble Beach, reached via the cliff-hugging Pacific Coast Highway and scenic 17-Mile Drive. You're chauffeured in the comfort of a luxury limo with personalized commentary by your very own guide. Stop to stroll down Cannery Row and browse the boutiques of Carmel-by-the-Sea. You'll get a glimpse of Silicon Valley's tech campuses on the return drive to the San Francisco Bay Area. Price is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Monteriggioni is a medieval little village built in 1200 characterized by its perfectly preserved belt of walls; in the centre of the village we will stop for a quick walk and a coffee"¦.Back on our van we will reach Siena in just 20 minutes!Siena is a pearl in the Tuscan countryside, a countryside steel rich of ancient castles which show how life was going on in the middle ages. This tour will make you discover the town that had been fighting against Florence for centuries; the town that gave birth to artists such as Simone Martini or Ambrogio and Pietro Lorenzetti"¦

Drive down one of the most scenic roads in California on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cruise along the coast-hugging Highway 1, passing the mansions of Pebble Beach on the iconic 17-Mile Drive. Enjoy free time to explore Monterey, where you can stroll down Steinbeck's Cannery Row or visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. Browse the ritzy boutiques of Carmel-by-the-Sea and get a glimpse of Silicon Valley's tech campuses on the return drive to San Francisco.

Discover hidden gems and top attractions around the French and Swiss Alps on this Montreux and Château de Chillon day trip from Chamonix. Delve into the Vaud region with a guide and enjoy free time to explore the village of Corsier-sur-Vevey. Travel by open trolley though UNESCO-listed Lavaux, and taste the region's cheeses and wines. Explore the food and craft markets in Vevey, take an optional tour of the medieval Château de Chillon, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Dating back to the Etruscan era, the medieval settlements of Montepulciano and UNESCO-listed Pienza are considered among Tuscany's prettiest hilltop towns - but reaching them from Rome without your own vehicle is a challenge. On this tour, visit both towns in comfort by air-conditioned minivan and enjoy free time to explore the historic streets at your leisure. Admire uninterrupted views over the Val d'Orcia, with round-trip travel from your Rome hotel included.

Take a break from bustling Barcelona to experience the serenity of Montserrat, a sacred mountain just an hour's drive from the city. Learn about the history an ancient legends that surround the mount while traveling in a comfortable bus, and arrive early to beat the lines to enter the Benedictine monastery near the top. Here, see the famous Black Madonna statue, view paintings by Modernist masters at an on-site museum, and browse Spanish goods at vendor stalls, all in a peaceful natural setting.

Escape Dubrovnik for the day on this leisurely but action-packed trip south to Montenegro. Riding in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, leave Dubrovnik behind as the guide regales you with the history of the area. Stop in the medieval town of Kotor, surrounded by a fjord, a placid bay, and tall rocky mountains. After a guided tour and some free time on your own, drive along the bay and then the coast to beautiful seaside Budva, a walled and very picture-worthy town. On the way back to Dubrovnik, take a ferry across the bay to shorten the journey.

Explore Monterey, Carmel, and the Pacific Coast Highway without the hassle of renting a car during this 14-hour tour from San Francisco. Wind down the coast through Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove, the 17 Mile Drive, and Carmel-by-the-Sea. Pickup and drop-off at downtown San Francisco hotels included. Small group of 13 passengers or fewer.

Explore an entirely new country during your time in Dubrovnik with this small-group guided day trip to Montenegro. Cruise south down the beautifully rugged coast, crossing the border and exploring the walled coastal town of Budva and then stopping for a while in Kotor, an ancient atmospheric town surrounded by high craggy mountains. Learn about the history of this diminutive Balkan country.

Escape from Barcelona for a small-group visit to Montserrat during this half-day excursion. Join your guide as you ascend to this mountaintop monastery for a visit to the site's top attraction, the Virgin of Montserrat. You'll also have time to admire the incredible views, visit the on-site museum or take a ride on the Montserrat cable car (at your own expense). If you want to continue the fun, add on an optional upgrade visit to the incredible Sagrada Familia, where you'll skip the line as you explore Antoni Gaudí's masterpiece up close. This small-group visit, limited to just 20 guests, also includes minivan transport.

Drive down the Pacific Coastal Highway on one of the most memorable and scenic routes from San Francisco. Big Sur, Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea await to be explored with your personal guide. Get postcard-perfect snaps of the breathtaking coastline, search for marine life in Monterey Bay and learn about the peninsula's history in these top-rated destinations. This private day trip offers a customizable itinerary, allowing you to travel at your own pace. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Enhance your experience of Barcelona's majestic surrounding sights on a full-day tour of Montserrat and Sitges from the Catalonian capital. Alongside an expert guide, marvel at the distinctive ridges of the Montserrat mountain and absorb the sacred ambience of the holy Monastery, home to the revered Black Virgin statue. Ascend to the mountain's summit in a cable car to enjoy panoramic vistas; explore the quaint fishing town of Sitges on a guided walking tour; and sample Mediterranean delicacies in a traditional Spanish restaurant.

Spend a day in Montserrat and explore the mountainous terrain and religious shrines on a 4-hour guided hike. Start with a visit to Santa Maria de Montserrat, a Benedictine abbey featuring a statue of the Black Madonna (La Moreneta) in the 16th-century basilica. Then ride the funicular and gain 1,476 feet (450 meters) in elevation on foot, with the option to climb to one of the most iconic peaks. Lunch and round-trip transport are provided from Barcelona on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.