Day Trips

Leave busy Beijing for a full-day tour to two UNESCO World Heritage-listed attractions: the Great Wall of China at Badaling, and the Ming Tombs, the royal burial complex for several Ming emperors. Explore the Ming Tombs with your knowledgeable guide before stopping for lunch and a look at a jade factory. In the afternoon, have time to discover the well-preserved Badaling section of the Great Wall and snap photos of the mountainous landscape. Then enjoy a tea ceremony before you return to your hotel in Beijing.

Azerbaijan's capital is known both for its UNESCO-listed Old Town and its striking contemporary architecture. On this tour, discover Baku's history and heritage; admire landmarks including the Flame Towers, Shirvanshahlar Palace, and Maiden Tower; take in the views from Upside hill; and sample typical Azerbaijan cuisine.

Experience the natural beauty and lush landscapes of the Samana Peninsula on this day trip from Punta Cana that includes a visit to El Limon Waterfall and Cayo Levantado. Travel the countryside in a comfortable air-conditioned coach and explore Samana by catamaran. This trip includes horseback riding in the Sierra de Samana mountains, a savory local lunch at El Malecon and a stop at the white sandy beach of Cayo Levantado.

Luxury and relaxing to Ayutthaya by Cruise. Visit Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, Wat Phrasrisanphet and Wat Chai Wattanaram, the most beautiful temple in Ayutthaya. In afternoon, sailing along the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok. Enjoy the fascinating sights along the river banks as the wonderful Grand Palace and the Wat Phra Keo (The Emerald Buddha Temple), the graceful Wat Arun.

Experience a kaleidoscope of color on an 8-hour Tokyo sightseeing tour during 'momiji' season, when Japan's autumn leaves are in full bloom. In a small group limited to 10, you'll travel to the best fall viewing spots and tick off top Tokyo attractions such as Tsukiji Fish Market, Rikugien Garden, Shibuya Scramble, and Honganji Temple. Lunch and entrance fees are included.

Explore the wonderful architecture of Segovia and Avila, two of Spain's lesser-known gems, during this this 9-hour tour from Madrid. Discover the charming walled city of Avila, dating to the 11th century, along with the Gothic palaces, Romanesque churches and other treasures that hide within its gates. Then step back to Roman times in Segovia as you admire its spectacular aqueduct and fairy-tale style Alcazar fortress, one of the most striking in Spain. A local guide and hotel pickup are included.

Explore two of central Portugal's quaintest cities, Aveiro and Coimbra, on this full-day tour from Lisbon. Often dubbed as the 'Venice of Portugal,' Aveiro is a river city filled with canals and delicious Portuguese pastries. Tour the city before heading to the beautiful university town of Coimbra. Learn why this city is so important as you admire its architecture and rich history.

Get to know the Venice of Portugal and more on this full-day small-group tour of Aveiro and Coimbra, departing from Porto. After your friendly guide greets you in Porto, enjoy a short scenic drive by minibus to the colorful seaside town of Aveiro, known for its charming houses and romantic canals. Your guide will inform you about the local fishing culture, and take you to see Costa Nova, the traditional ‘moliceiro’ boats and more. After lunch, skip over to Coimbra, where you will learn about this intriguing medieval town and its charming university, before returning to Porto in the evening. This is a small group tour for a personal experience. 

Visit a desert oasis that's habitat for migratory birds on a private, 5-hour trip from Amman to Azraq Wetland Reserve. Enjoy the flexibility of a private driver and round-trip hotel transfer, then explore the wetland on your own or hire a nature guide onsite. Watch for raptors, eagles, and songbirds along easy-going walking trails, and experience a unique part of Jordan's natural landscape.

Depart Beijing for a day in order to visit the Ming Tombs and Great Wall of China at Badaling, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In the morning, see the royal burial complex of the Ming emperors with your informative guide. Have lunch and stop at a jade factory, then go to the Badaling section of the Great Wall, a well-preserved section with stunning ramparts and guard towers. Enjoy panoramic views of the mountainous landscape and an optional cable car ride to the Great Wall before returning to your Beijing hotel.

Enjoy a full-day tour of picturesque Bako National Park on this memorable tour that showcases some of the best of Malaysia's natural landscapes. Learn about the plants, wildlife, ecosystems and diverse habitats that cover this national gem and get an up close look at rare flora and fauna - like Proboscis monkeys, monitor lizards and wild boar - on this journey into Bako National Park.

Travel from Alice Springs to World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to see Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Considered the spiritual of the Red Centre, these two sacred sites feature stunning scenery and significant cultural importance. Discover the highlights with your guides, who take you to Mutitjulu Waterhole, Mala walk and the Cultural Centre. Learn about local Aboriginal history and traditions during this all-inclusive tour. Includes a buffet breakfast, lunch, snacks and an Aussie barbecue during the sunset at Uluru.

Discover the magnificent nature surrounding Kuala Lumpur on a full-day tour that includes a firefly cruise through Kuala Selangor's mangrove forests. A series of sightseeing stops covers a wide range of landscapes, from the white sands of Redang Beach to the lush Sekinchan rice fields and Bukit Melawati, a historic seaside fort that's home to silvered leaf monkeys.

When exploring a new city alone, you can miss out on a lot - especially if you don't have a way to cruise its canals. This Aveiro tour provides round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle from Porto or Gaia, as well as lunch. See the city's main highlights, and then follow your guide on the famous canals, too.

Visit the city of Bago on this 9-hour tour from Yangon with a guide and private hotel transfers. Once known as Hanthawaddy during Mon Kingdom of the 15th century, Bago is home to religious and cultural landmarks such as Shwemawdaw Pagoda, Kyakhat Wine Monastery, the Reclining Buddha of Shwe Tha Lyaung, Kyaikpun Pagoda, and the remains of Kanbawzathadi, a former palace. Lunch is included.

Tour Bangkok's 'khlongs' or small canals and get a glimpse of local life. This 4-hour guided excursion takes place aboard a longtail boat, giving you easy access to hard-to-reach sites such as the Artist's House, a community center located within a restored wooden home. As your float down Bangkok's backwaters, your onboard guide will fill you in on the city's vast history and how it became the frenetic metropolis it is today. You can also extend your day trip with an optional guided tour of some of Bangkok's most impressive temples.

Explore central Spain beyond Madrid even with just a day to spare on this combo tour of three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Take a walking tour of Ávila's medieval cathedral and city walls, see the remarkable Roman aqueduct and Moorish Alcazar of Segovia, and marvel at the royal scale of the El Escorial palace and monastery. It's an easy and affordable way to see all three sites without planning a thing.

Enjoy a full day of wine tasting and sightseeing in Azeitao, considered one of the most important wine-producing regions in Portugal. Go to four of the best winery estates with an expert guide on a tour that includes tastings at the oldest producer in the region; a visit to the winery, palace and museum of Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal; and stops at two wineries in the Palmela region. You'll also enjoy short stops in the Arrábida mountains and Setúbal before returning to Lisbon.

Visit the town of Ubud and its surrounding villages on this tour of Balinese arts and crafts. With a guide, admire jewelry and other silver and gold works in Celuk, browse items carved out of wood in Mas, and explore high-end shops and galleries in Ubud to see paintings and other items by well-known artists. Watch talented craftsmen and artisans at work while you take a break from the beach to experience a different side of Bali.

Discover the ruins of an ancient Siamese city on a full-day coach tour of Ayutthaya from Bangkok. Walk the elegant grounds of the Kings' Summer Palace, explore a maze of towering chedis and encounter a mysterious Buddha's head wrapped in the roots of a Banyan tree. Get a taste of Thailand's vivid present at an Ayutthaya restaurant and learn the stories that haunt this former capitol, whose rambling temples and magnificent stupas are protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site.