Day Trips

Spend a magical day in the Hungarian countryside: visit the beautiful Somló, Hungary's smallest and perhaps least-known wine region. Somló lies near lake Balaton, it is in fact a single volcanic hill that produces some of the most exciting mineral grape varieties of Hungary. This day trip will give you an insight into a region you would have a hard time reaching on your own, and it includes two winery visits and an authentic Hungarian three-course lunch. You will try 5-7 wines at each winery, and cheeses and/or cured meats will accompany your final wine tasting. Somló and the Northern Balaton region are definitely worth taking some time to explore if you are fond of nature: this off-the-beaten-track tour is complete with a light hike and some additional sightseeing stops.

Enhance your experience of the enchanting Amalfi Coast on a full-day trip from Sorrento. Travel by luxury coach along the picturesque curve of the Mediterranean coast, stopping to visit UNSESCO World Heritage-listed attractions like Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone in Ravello. Admire panoramic vistas from the hillside village of Positano; capture photographs of breathtaking ocean views from Ravello's lavish garden villas; and pleasure your palate with a traditional Italian lunch, served with wine, in a rustic Pontone restaurant.

Kick off your trip to Cappadocia with a full-day small-group sightseeing tour, following the classic 'Red' route. An ideal introduction for first-time visitors, you'll tour the Göreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar Castle and Cavusin Village, take a walk around the fairy chimneys of Love Valley, Devrent Valley and Pasabag, and enjoy lunch in Avanos, famed for its red-clay pottery.

Travel with a small-group tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island to see the penguin parade and other wildlife highlights of Victoria. Your full-day tour stops at Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to meet Australian natives such as koalas and wallabies. Head to Churchill Island to visit a historic farm and the Koala Conservation Centre, then go to see the dramatic Cape Woolamai surf beach and the Nobbies boardwalk where you can enjoy the views of the rugged South Coast.

Experience the scenery and nature of western Iceland's Snaefellsnes peninsula on a full-day tour from Reykjavik. Gaze at the glaciated Snaefellsjökull volcano, admire the seals at Ytri-Tunga beach, and check out the famous 'lifting stones' of black  Djupalonssandur beach. See craggy rock formations on a clifftop stroll around Arnarstapi and Hellnar villages, and admire Kirkjufell mountain, Snaefellsnes' much-photographed cone-shaped peak. Air-conditioned transport plus Reykjavik hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Visit two of the most popular day trip destinations from Florence in one tour with this small-group trip to the Cinque Terre and leaning tower of Pisa. Enjoy a boat ride on the enchanted coastline of the Cinque Terre, then choose between a hike or train trip to another village. Stop in Pisa on the way back to Florence to see the famous leaning tower.

Get medieval on this guided tour from Sienna to San Gimignano and Volterra. Head to the marvelously diminutive hilltop town of Monteriggioni and then stop for a while in UNESCO world Heritage-listed San Gimignano with its plethora of medieval towers and commanding views over the Tuscan countryside. Finally, spend some time in an alabaster workshop in Volterra before indulging in a rustic lunch at a Tuscan farm. This small-group tour is limited to just eight people, ensuring plenty of personalized attention from the guide. 

The incredible sacred valley of the Incas, full of magic and mystery, surrounded by beautiful glaciers located high in the mountains and next to a sacred river that covers their skirts, is the perfect place to live new adventures, come and know Pisaq, Famous for its artisan market and its archeological site, shaped like a Condor; Discover Ollantaytambo and the town of Chinchero, one incredible place called Kantu Weaving Center famous for its textiles and living culture.

This small-group full-day tour of Cape Town combines history and culture with epic scenery, ensuring that you make the most out of your stay. Travel by minivan from your hotel to catch the cable car up Table Mountain for sweeping views of the city. Head back down for lunch then continue on to Robben Island in the afternoon to see where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for so many years.

Enjoy a full-day small-group tour from Cairns that visits two attractions located to the south of the city: Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Stroll around the elegant grounds of Paronella Park and see the beautiful gardens and the ruins of the Spanish Castle. Stop in Mena Creek for lunch, then experience the rain forest of Australia up close at Mamu Tropical Skywalk. Your small-group tour has numbers limited to 10 people for a more personalized experience, with round-trip transport from Cairns or the Northern Beaches.

See the Czech countryside on a full-day, small-group winter trip from Prague to the spectacular Pravcicka Gate, Europe's largest sandstone arch, as well as, the "Bastei" bridge. Walk in snow-covered trails to enjoy some of the best scenic nature sites that the Czech Republic countryside can offer.

Immerse yourself in the natural majesty of the Swiss Alps during a full-day tour of gorges and glaciers from Lucerne. With a small-group and knowledgeable guide, travel by luxury minivan to the Aare Gorge, a dramatic natural landmark, and then marvel at the mesmerizing ice tunnels of the Rhone Glacier. Delve into the rugged wilderness of the Bernese Oberland and capture fascinating photographs of the vast Alpine landscape as you explore. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people.

Make the most of your time in Italy on a full-day, independent trip from Rome to Pisa and Florence with a private driver. Enjoy the flexibility to explore on your own, with tips on the best places to visit . See Pisa's iconic leaning tower and the UNESCO-listed Piazza del Duomo, then take in views of Tuscany as you travel to Florence. Visit stunning churches, museums and elegant shopping streets, or simply walk around the historic city's cobblestone streets and alleys before meeting your driver for the return trip to Rome.

Hike among the spectacular Carpathian Mountains on a guided, small-group tour of Piatra Craiului National Park from Brașov. Follow one of two routes on a 5- to 6-hour hike through alpine meadows, fragrant forests and country villages that seem untouched by time. See the cavernous Zarnesti Gorge, and learn about the traditional rural industries of cheese-making and shepherding. Refuel with hearty Romanian fare at either a mountain hut or a local village. Numbers are limited to eight people for a personalized hiking experience.

Travel with a knowledgeable local guide to the charming fishing village of Stanley, which sits next to the large rocky plateau known as The Nut. The Nut rises 500 feet (152 meters) above the ocean and offers sweeping views over the Bass Straits and Tasmanian coast. Take a chairlift up to the top, or hike up if you enjoy the challenge. You'll also see Stanley's many historic buildings and learn about the region from your informative guide on this full-day tour from Devonport, Ulverstone or Burnie. Group size is limited to seven, ensuring an intimate experience.

Discover Australia's dark past and learn the truths of its fascinating convict history on this full-day tour to Port Arthur from Hobart. Get a glimpse into 19th-century Tasmania at Port Arthur, with a guided walking tour and a harbor cruise around the UNESCO-listed penal settlement. Next, follow the notorious Tasmania Convict Trail, stopping at historic towns like Doo Town and Richmond, home to Australia's first convict-built bridge. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

See the sparkling Amalfi Coast with this 10-hour tour of Positano, Ravello and Amalfi from Sorrento. Visit historic buildings, admire gorgeous scenery and enjoy free time to see each town on your own during the day.

Spend a day in captivating St Tropez on this small-group day trip from Monaco. Take in the stellar views along the Esterel Corniche road as you travel west. Visit Port Grimaud, sometimes called 'Little Venice' for its canals and bridges, on the way to St Tropez. Arrive in fabled St Tropez to explore its sparkling waterfront, grand public squares, chic shops and atmospheric caf es. Watch expensive yachts float in the water off the coast. Check out the Provencal market in Place des Lys (Tuesdays only). Group size is limited to eight people to ensure a more personalized experience.

Combine a snowmobile glacier ride with a bathe in thermal hot springs on this 10-hour tour from Reykjavik. Traveling by super truck, pass the Geysir geothermal field on route to the Langjökull glacier, Europe's second-largest. Zoom over the ice on a 1-hour snowmobile ride, and after lunch, soak in the natural thermal springs of the Secret Lagoon. Snowmobiling equipment, and round-trip super truck transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Experience the beauty of St-Emilion by bike on this 9-hour wine-tasting tour from Bordeaux. Begin with a guided walking tour of this UNESCO-listed city, then enjoy a leisurely bike ride through the verdant countryside. Learn the history of St-Emilion wine country as you to cycle past famous chateaux, stop at a lovely vineyard for lunch and a wine-tasting class, and visit a classified-growth estate to sample fine local varietals.