Day Trips & Excursions

Spend a delightful day in the Tuscan countryside exploring some of the region's best-kept natural and cultural gems. Traveling from Pisa in a minivan, tour the charming medieval city of Lucca, birthplace of opera master Puccini. Follow the river Serchio through Garfagnana hill country, taking in the sights such as a massive fortress and the legendary Devil's Bridge. Finish the day with a visit to the picturesque village of Barga, which offers spectacular valley views from its hilltop cathedral. 

On this private tour of Lombok, your own personal guide whisks you from the airport to multiple island highlights. Visit two villages - Banyumulek and Jangkuk - famous for their pottery and wood handicrafts, and see the 17th-century royal garden of Narmada. Make a stop at the Hindu temple Pura Batu Bolong, perched atop a volcanic sea cliff, and view the Mayura Water Palace. You'll find fresh produce at Pasar Mandalika and enjoy a beachside lunch served in Senggigi. Hotel transfers on Bali and airport transfers on Lombok are included.Please note: Round-trip flights to Lombok are your own expense.

Travel through the pages of Peter Mayle's 'A Year in Provence' as you discover the Provencal villages of Luberon, Gordes and Roussillon on this 5-hour small-group tour from Avignon. Get a taste of local-life as you stroll the hilltop villages and capture the breath-taking scenery with photo stops at the Marque de Sade's castle, Lacoste village and Senanque Abbey. After a scenic drive through Provence's famous lavender fields (in bloom from June-August), learn all about the prize crop at the Lavender Museum (entrance included).

Spend a day exploring the waters off Samaná Province with a trip from Pueto Plata. Admire the lush beauty of Los Haitises National Park, cruising its mangrove swamps and endless canals via boat while watching for river shrimp and manatee. Then discover the park's petroglyph-covered caves. Learn their history as well as that of the caves' former resident, Willie Colón, before making your way to Caya Levantado. Once here, soak up some island free time swimming in crystalline waters, lounging beneath palms and savoring an oceanside buffet lunch with cocktails.

Discover one charming Provencal village after another on this 9-hour day trip from Aix-en-Provence. Cliff-top settlements, sprawling vineyards, antique shops and a 12th-century abbey surrounded by lavender fields are just some of the postcard-perfect sights you will encounter. Traveling by air-conditioned luxury minibus, visit the Luberon towns of Lourmarin, Bonnieux, Isle-sur-Sorgue, Roussillon and Gordes. Snap memorable photos as an informative guide shares engaging commentary along the way.

Don't let limited time in London stop you exploring further afield. Tick off top attractions, including Stonehenge, Bath, and Oxford, with ease on a small-group tour led by Oxford University alumni. As well as receiving personalized attention in an intimate group limited to eight, you'll travel between each sight in climate-controlled comfort and benefit from the first-hand knowledge of your guide throughout the tour.

The Pha Tad Ke Garden and the Kuang Si Waterfalls are two of Luang Prabang's most beautiful nature sites, located along the Mekong River. On this tour, take the scenic route on a full-day cruise from Luang Prabang. Hop off to tour the botanical gardens, enjoy lunch at the Pha Tad Ke Caf e, then enjoy free time to swim at Kuang Si falls and visit the Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre.

Get to know the highlights of Luberon and the surrounds on a guided tour from Avignon. With a small group and your guide in the lead, visit sites such as Senanque Abbey, the Lavender Museum, Roussillon and M enerbes, Gordes, and the Fontaine de Vaucluse. Along the way, listen to insightful commentary on the history, culture, architecture, and environment of the area. Small group ensures personalized attention; hotel pickpup and drop-off in Avignon included.

Experience the history and beauty of Scotland's Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park on a full-day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling by mini-coach, visit the Kelpies Monument and Stirling Castle, associated with Scottish historical heroes William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. Admire the Trossachs' mountain-and-lake scenery as you meet Scotland's famous Highland cows, and choose to tour either a whisky distillery or Doune Castle. Entrance fees at own expense.

Discover the remarkable scenery and wildlife of Los Haitises National Park on a full-day sightseeing cruise from La Romana to mangrove forests, seaside caverns and an idyllic tropical caye. Watch for frigatebirds and brown pelicans as you follow narrow channels through a flooded forest, spot colorful orchids and wild banyan trees then weave between the islands of San Lorenzo Bay. See the petroglyphs that early inhabitants left in hidden caves and spend a perfect afternoon on Cayo Levantado; swim, stroll or simply relax on the island's pristine white sand beaches.

Visit Longging Gorge and Guyaju Caves on a full-day trip from Beijing that explores the region's dramatic scenery and long history. With the personal service of a private driver, you'll have the flexibility to see each destination on your own: cruise the Yanqing Old City River in summer months, discover local cuisine, and walk the maze of stone rooms carved into the cliffs at Guyaju. This full-day tour includes entrance fees, as well as convenient pickup and drop-off at hotels in downtown Beijing.

While the afternoon away discovering charming hilltop villages in the Luberon region on this 6-hour tour from Aix-en-Provence. Admire breathtaking Provencal landscapes as you explore Gordes, Lourmarin, Bonnieux and Roussillon. An informative guide shares historical commentary and takes you to the most picturesque spots, including Pont Julien, a 12th-century church and more. Round-trip transport by luxury minibus included.

Travel to Chcihen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage site that once served as a center of Mayan culture on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula. Learn about the important role the complex played in everyday and ceremonial life, and see El Castillo, the massive stone pyramid at its center. After a buffet lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a refreshing swim in a cenote (natural sinkhole) before heading back to Cancun.

Explore a magnificent subterranean world of ice crystals and rock formations with a full-day tour to Iceland's Lofthellir cave. Journey off-road from Akureyri through remote volcanic fields and see natural attractions like Lake Mývatn, Mt Hverfell and the crater row of Lúdentarborgir along the way. Descend into the cave at the base of a mountain, and wander through its jagged, icy caverns while your expert guide shares the story of its formation. Numbers are limited to 14 people for a personalized small-group experience.

First time in London? Visit the capital's most iconic landmarks on this full-day London tour, including a Thames River cruise and a ride on the famous London Eye. You'll stop for photos at Westminster Abbey, take a tour of St Paul's Cathedral and admire panoramic views of the capital from your air-conditioned coach. There's a chance to get a taste of Royal London too, as you tour the notorious Tower of London, view the Crown Jewels and watch the traditional Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

Experience the incredible natural wonders of both Los Haitises National Park and Cayo Levantado on a day trip from Samaná. Travel by speedboat through the park's mangrove forests and along its many canals, learning about the oysters, carp, river shrimp and manatees that thrive here. Then spend some time exploring its series of petroglyph-covered caverns before setting out for Cayo Levantado's exquisite white sand beaches. Swim in its crystalline waters, wander among coconut palms, and savor a buffet lunch complete with open bar.

Take this tour for a unique experience of Chiang Mai - although hundreds of thousands of people visit Northern Thailand each year, relatively few take the time to get to know the culture of Thailand's hill tribes. On this tour visit a village inhabited by Karen people, one of Thailand's seven ethnic hill tribes, and enjoy a glimpse into their daily life.

Discover Longsheng and China's rich minority culture on a full-day guided tour from Guilin. Take an easy walk around to snap photos of the famous Longji Rice Terraces and admire spectacular views of the cultivated mountain expanses. Have lunch in Pingan Zhuang Village and learn from your guide about the local Zhuang and Yao communities. Then relax as your round-trip transportation returns you to your Guilin hotel. A great trip for photographers!

Discover Los Haitises's natural wonders followed by a leisurely afternoon at an eco lodge on this day trip from La Romana. Explore the national park's mangrove swamps and numerous canals by boat, keeping an eye out for river shrimp, carp and manatees. Then wander its petroglyph-covered caverns, learning about the indigenous Taíno people who once inhabited the area. Search for agave plants and orchids on a rainforest hike. A buffet lunch is also included.

Immerse yourself in the natural features and indigenous cultures of Los Haitises National Park on this full-day trip from Punta Cana. With a guide providing commentary, travel through photo-worth landscapes and learn about the flora, fauna, and native Yanigua culture of the area. Stop midday for an authentic Dominican buffet lunch before cooling off under the Yanigua waterfall.