Day Trips

Take a 6-hour tour from Zagreb to discover Trakoscan Castle and picturesque Varazdin, one of Croatia's oldest cities. Have time to explore the Trakoscan Castle and its grounds, then continue to Varazdin for lunch (own expense) and a city tour. Visit Baroque beauties such as the 16th-century Town Hall and the rococo-style Sermage Palace.

Get swept up in the scenery and romance of Verona and Lake Garda on a day trip from Milan. Led by a local guide, begin with a walking tour of Verona, passing the main square of Piazza delle Erbe, the Roman Arena and the house of Juliet where Shakespeare enthusiasts can call out to Romeo from the balcony. After pausing for lunch, head to the lakeside village of Sirmione to explore the medieval streets, famous castle and stunning views.

Journey around the grounds of Versailles on this 8.5-hour tour, including round-trip transport from your Paris accommodation. First see the Palace of Versailles, and explore rooms, such as the king's and queen's apartments. Take pictures of its stunning gilded sculptures before moving on to the gardens. Afterward, head over to the Marie-Antoinette Estate, and wander Trianons.

Visit two of the well-known islands in the Venice lagoon and dine on a splendid seafood lunch during this 4.5-hour boat tour of Murano and Burano. Explore the islands famous for glass and lace, respectively, traveling by boat through the lagoon. Savor local seafood during lunch in a traditional osteria in Burano.

Visit the economic and cultural center of Croatia on a sightseeing tour of Varaždin, a Baroque city located north of Zagreb. With the world's largest number of castles, the region of Hrvatsko Zagorje is also home to the magnificent TrakoÅ¡ā‡an Castle. Explore the riverside town and hilltop castle with your guide.

Cover the highlights of Venice in a single day during this whirlwind small-group trip from Rome. Travel comfortably in a scenic, high-speed train, and enjoy front-door hotel transfers for a VIP experience. Hit all the main attractions - from Saint Mark's Square to the Grand Canal - with a private guide on-hand to give you enriching historical background on the UNESCO-listed city and lagoon.

This tour allows you to explore Versailles independently and includes round-trip transportation from Paris to help make things easier for you when traveling. Skip the hassle of figuring out your own transport and settle in for the ride to Versailles, listening to recorded audio commentary about the French landmark as you relax on the way over.

Beat the crowds at two of Paris' most popular attractions during this 8-hour tour, combining skip-the-line access to the Louvre and Versailles. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from a central Paris meeting point included.

Explore without the hassle of planning on a full day tour of the Pope's year-round and summer residences. After a tour of the Vatican, which includes the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Gardens, hop on a train to Castel Gandolfo for a tour of the Pope's summer residence and a buffet lunch made with locally-sourced ingredients. Skip-the-line Vatican admission and a round-trip train ticket are included for your convenience.

Fit a trip to Venice into your Croatian itinerary even if you just have one day with this fast-boat trip from Poroc. Relax on the open deck of a high-speed catamaran as you zip across the Adriatic Sea and into the Venetian Lagoon, where the Byzantine treasures of St. Mark's Square rise from the water like a mirage. Get a brief introduction to Venice on a short guided stroll, and then enjoy free time to explore the city's romantic canals, palaces, and world-class shops on your own.

Experience Varanasi on a sunrise cruise on the Ganges River followed by visits to several temples during a 5-hour tour accompanied by a private guide. Ride in a boat from Assi Ghat to Daswamedha Ghat, observe a puja ceremony at Kashi Vishwanath temple, and visit two more temples for a comprehensive overview of one of world's oldest living cities. Includes traditional vegetarian breakfast, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit Verona on a day trip from Milan, and discover the romance of the city made famous by Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet.' After free time in Verona's medieval center, you'll continue by coach to the banks of Lake Garda. Stop in the town of Sirmione where Roman ruins, a moated castle, and enchanting lake views await. 

Experience the unmatched beauty and romance of Venice - all without booking a hotel - on a day trip to 'the Floating City' from Pula. Cross the Adriatic Sea and Venetian Lagoon on a high-speed catamaran, and enjoy a half day of leisure time to spend as you wish. Ride a gondola through the famous Venetian canals, savor northern Italian cuisine, shop for handmade masks, or visit world-famous landmarks like St. Marks Basilica and the Doge's Palace on your own before returning to Pula in the evening.

Take off from Aix-en-Provence to visit Moustiers Ste-Marie and Manosque on this 9-hour tour. Along the way, visit remarkable sights, such as Verdon Gorge (Gorges du Verdon), Lake of Ste-Croix, and Notre Dame de Lorette. Plus make a stop to tour the high-end cosmetics company, L'Occitane's factory.

See more of Italy in just one day by heading east of Milan on a day trip to Lake Garda (Lago di Garda) and Verona. You'll take a boat ride on the lake and explore Verona's historical city center with a guide, plus enjoy free time in Verona to eat lunch (own expense).

Visit the Baroque city of Varazdin and take in Trakoscan Castle on a full-day, guided tour from Zagreb that explores Croatia's history, architecture, and art. Join a local guide for a walking tour through the beautiful center of Varazdin, then head to the 13th century castle to see rooms filled with paintings, weapons, and artifacts. This full-day Varazdin and Trakoscan Castle tour includes pickup and drop-off in centrally-located Zagreb hotels, and it's limited to 15 people for personal service from the guide.

North of Perth, the white sand beaches and scenic coastal roads of the Sunset Coast are some of the best in Western Australia. On this full-day tour, visit three beautiful beaches - Cottesloe beach, City Beach, and Scarborough beach; enjoy a delicious 2-course meal at a restaurant in Northbridge; then walk the Federation Tree Top Walkway in King's Park for an incredible view over Perth and the Swan River.

Experience the best of the Valpolicella wine region with this wine-tasting day trip from Verona or Vicenza. Visit a small and charming village before visiting a local winery. Learn about the wine-making process in Valpolicella, from grape to bottle, and the elements of wine that determine its quality - aroma, color and taste. Enjoy lunch at a local trattoria. Visit an olive oil mill in the afternoon to sample at least two kinds of olive oil.

Wander through the jaw-dropping Gardens of Versailles on a guided day trip from Paris. Ride the train to the blue-blooded suburb of Versailles and learn about the history and legends of the UNESCO-listed gardens while strolling among elaborate geometric paths, fountains, flower beds, orchards and hedge mazes. See the opulent exterior of the Palace of Versailles, which you can visit independently after your tour if you like.

Explore Venice the way it was meant to be seen - from the water. On this motor boat tour along the famous Grand Canal, get the best views of ancient palaces and the dazzling monuments of St. Mark's Square, learning the history behind them from a guide. You'll also venture into smaller side canals for a glimpse into daily life in the 'floating city.'