Day Trips

Return to the year 1944 and delve into the history of one of Europe's bloodiest conflicts on a full-day trip to Belgium's dense Ardennes region. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, venture to the site of the Battle of Bulge and reflect on the lost lives of fallen soldiers in the Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery. See abandoned German tanks as you drive through picturesque countryside and hear interesting war anecdotes from your expert historical guide. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to six.

Experience the culture and lasting traditions of Champagne wine country on a guided wine-tasting tour from Paris. With a small group of fellow wine enthusiasts and an expert guide, spend a full-day visiting three distinguished Champagne houses such as Mercier in Epernay or Tattinger in Reims to taste eight samples and learn about local varietals. Your excursion includes estate tours, a delicious lunch and intimate tasting sessions in a breathtaking natural setting.

Experience the immense natural beauty of Panama on this day trip to Soberanía National Park, a tropical rainforest situated on the banks of the Panama Canal. This birdwatching and wildlife hot spot of Central America is teeming with a wide variety of flora and fauna. Walk with a nature guide down Pipeline Road, known for its biodiversity including toucans, woodpeckers, hummingbirds and eagles as well as capuchin monkeys and sloths. Your 6-hour tour includes round-trip hotel transport from Panama City.

Savor some of Chile's delicious wines and the eye-catching scenery of Valparaiso during this full-day combination winery and sightseeing tour with a small group. Get a taste for the organic grapes of the Emiliana Winery during a vineyard visit and included tasting. Then feast your eyes on the historic buildings, steep hills, and colorful street art of Valparaiso.

The windswept coast, wild rivers, and jagged peaks of Snowdonia National Park lie just south of Bangor. On this private tour, explore the magnificent landscapes at your own pace, stopping to admire views of Wales' highest mountain, Mount Snowdon; walk through glacial valleys; and visit the UNESCO-listed medieval castle of Caernarfon.

Escape to the beauty of Snoqualmie Falls, one of Washington's most popular scenic attractions, on this winery tour from Seattle. Visit an independent, family-run winery as well as the beloved, world-class Chateau Ste. Michelle, one of Washington's oldest and most acclaimed wineries. The tour travels over Lake Washington on Seattle's famous floating Evergreen Point Bridge to Woodinville, home to many of Washington's wineries. With wine tasting available and beautiful scenery, it's a relaxing day away from the hustle of the city.

Experience some of Iceland's most atmospheric scenery on a day trip by Super Jeep to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Reykjavik. See the glaciated Snaefellsnes volcano immortalized in Jules Verne's 'Journey to the Centre of the Earth,' gaze at cone-shaped Mt. Kirkjufell, and admire waterfalls, rock formations, seabird-filled cliffs, beaches, and remote fishing villages. Transport by Super Jeep with wireless and hot drinks, plus admission fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Escape the metropolitan madness of Panama City on an exhilarating full-day tour to Soberania National Park and Monkey Island, led by a professional guide. Marvel at a fascinating tableaux of native wildlife as you explore lush jungle replete with thousands of exotic bird species. Climb aboard a boat destined for Monkey Island, a verdant enclave home to many different monkey species, and then visit an authentic Indian village to learn about the area's rich local culture. Enrich your cultural knowledge on this exhilarating Central American excursion.

Gain a deeper understanding of Taiwan's cultural and architectural heritage on a tour of two prominent landmarks: the Bao'an Temple and Taipei Confucius Temple. You'll also visit a traditional Chinese medicine store, a tea factory, and Yongle Textile Market with your guide.

This comprehensive day trip from Dubrovnik introduces visitors to the Dalmatian coast highlights of Ston, Orebic, and Korcula Island. Take the guesswork out of itinerary planning and relax with leisurely sightseeing and views of the Adriatic Sea and Peljesac Peninsula. Wine tasting, hotel transport, and a boat ride are included.

Catalina Island's rich biodiversity is made all the better on a snorkeling tour that includes a fresh lunch, open bar, and trip to a private beach. PADI-certified staff members provide equipment fittings and diving instructions, easing anxieties of novice divers, and hotel pickup and drop-off provide the utmost convenience.

Discover the mountains and mystery of Snowdonia on a private day trip from Holyhead. With pickup and drop-off direct from your hotel by a private vehicle, the experience offers the most convenient way to visit the wilderness that lies beyond Holyhead. Take in UNESCO-listed sights such as Caernarfon Castle, walk through the countryside, and learn about the geology and history of Snowdonia and Wales from your driver-guide.

Iceland's south coast boasts glaciers, waterfalls, and many other natural wonders, but is often missed by visitors who are short on time. This small-group tour from Reykjavik showcases as much of the region as possible in a day. Visit waterfalls, craggy cliffs, and black-sand beaches; walk along a glacier edge; see the icebergs of Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon; and more. Round-trip transport by super jeep, hotel pickup and drop-off, and entrance fees included.

Experience the real-life winter wonderland of the Andes as you trek through the snow on this full-day tour from Santiago. Escape the city for the snow-covered backcountry of Farellones, where you'll strap on a pair of snowshoes and embark on a 4-hour round-trip hike. Soak up magnificent views of the Farellones and La Parva Ski Villages on the leisurely hike, then stop for lunch looking out over the snow-dusted landscapes of the Iver and Paloma glaciers. This small-group tour is limited to 4 people per guide.

Discover the delights and history of Zaanse Schans and the Dutch countryside on a 3-hour, small-group trip from Amsterdam. With an informative guide, admire the lush, canal-crossed Dutch landscape. Take a tour of pretty Zaanse Schans, famous for its wooden windmills and green-painted houses, and visit a cheese farm and clog-making workshop to learn about these traditional crafts. Lastly, visit a working windmill to learn how these waterside factories helped drive the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age. Numbers are limited on this tour for a small-group experience.

Put away thoughts of left-side driving and relax on this private day trip that embraces all the magic of northwest Wales. Traveling with your personal driver/guide, explore the rugged mountain landscapes and glacial valleys of Snowdonia, and tour 13th-century Caernarfon Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Please note tour excludes entrance fees.

Soave Castle ranks among northern Italy's most impressive fortifications, surrounded by vineyards with a history dating back to the medieval era - but its remote location makes it hard to reach from Verona. On this self-guided tour, explore Soave Castle's ramparts and frescoes at your leisure, and visit a local winery to sample some of the wines for which the region is famous. With round-trip travel from your Verona included, you're free to relax and enjoy your day.

Escape from the hustle of the Las Vegas Strip to a place of peace, stunning beauty and complete relaxation on this full-day adventure to Zion National Park. This park is located just 163 miles from Las Vegas near Springdale, Utah. See Zion's many breathtaking viewpoints, its vast array of plant and animal life, plus Checkerboard Mesa, the Virgin River and much more. Also, travel through the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel and along the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Lunch, snacks, bottled water and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Even if you're pressed for time, discover the magic of the French Riviera in just one action-packed day on this small-group tour with no more than eight travelers. Follow in the footsteps of the stars in Cannes, Antibes, and St-Paul de Vence. Tour the Grasse Fragonard Perfumery, savor the scent of violets in Tourrettes-sur-Loup, and soak up sweeping views from Gourdon.

Pay your respects to French and British military history with a full-day tour of the Somme battlefields. Walk on the sites where one of the bloodiest battles in history was fought during World War I, while learning about the battle's causes and repercussions from your historian guide. See the Deville Wood cemetery where thousands of fallen soldiers were laid to rest, and visit several war memorials and the Historial Great War museum in Peronne. Numbers are limited to 16 for a personalized and informative tour.