Day Trips & Excursions

Explore the picturesque perimeter of Shanghai during a cultural full-day tour to rural Chinese villages. Explore the architectural jewels of Seven Treasure Town, a traditional town famed for its rich textiles; travel back in time amid the historical landmarks and ancient bridges of Zhuilaiiao, renowned for its Ming monuments; and enjoy an idyllic boat ride to visit an archaic Silk Mill. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Shanghai hotel is included in this tour.  

Get a taste of old-world Holland on this half-day tour from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans and Volendam. Step back into the Dutch Golden Age at Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum pieced together using buildings brought from all over the Netherlands to recreate a 17th-century town. Then, continue to the fishing town of Volendam, typified by its pretty waterfront, fish restaurants and weatherboard houses.

Join this private tour from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes and Split. Explore the area's No. 1 UNESCO-listed National Park, also known as the 'Garden of Europe'. Experience the beauty of cascading waterfalls and lush surroundings, only a 1.5-hour drive from Zagreb.

Discover the history and charm of the Polish highlands on this full-day tour from Kraków to the mountain resort town of Zakopane. Admire traditional wooden architecture in the villages of Chocholow and Jaszczurowka, visit a historic cemetery, and enjoy free time to shop and have lunch on Zakopane's famous Krupowki Street. Ride a funicular up Gubalowka Hill to cap off the day with spectacular views of the Tatra Mountains.

Visit the water town of Zhouzhuang - known as the 'Venice of the East' - and admire its Ming and Qing dynasty architecture on visits to two grand historic residences and a scenic gondola cruise along its waterways. On this 5-hour tour, your guide takes you through the vast old Zhang House and Shen House. Admire the picturesque courtyards, arcades and rooms in the stately homes. The town combines other-worldly landscapes and stunning architecture, making it one of China's top destinations and an easy trip from Shanghai.

Enjoy two of Shanghai's must-do activities on a Zhujiajiao water town and Huangpu River cruise experience. Visit the ancient canal town of Zhujiajiao for a walking tour of the willow-lined waterways, lanes, and Ming- and Qing-era architecture. Afterward, learn about silk-making at a silk museum, and admire Shanghai's illuminated skyline on a buffet dinner cruise on the Huangpu. Return coach transport, admission fees, cruise buffet, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Experience the lakes and forests of the Plitvice Lakes National Park on this private tour from Zadar. Venture through Croatia's countryside to this UNESCO-protected park, where turquoise lakes interconnected by rushing waterfalls are framed by pine forests. Enjoy a walking tour of the Upper and Lower Lakes, ride a boat on Lake Kozjak, and drink in the scenery. Entrance fees, optional breakfast box, and optional lunch at a park-side restaurant all at own expense.

Become acquainted with the Dutch countryside during this 8-hour day tour. Walk with your Spanish-speaking guide through the villages of Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken. Take the opportunity to taste delicious and freshly made gouda during one of your pit stops. Marvel at the famed windmills of Zaanse Schans as you learn of their significance to the region.

Gain insight into the history and culture of the United Arab Emirates' Bedouins on this illuminating trip from Abu Dhabi. With a driver-guide, travel to the Zaman Lawal Heritage Village in Al Ain, home to replica mud houses, tents, workshops and displays that showcase the past and present life, farming, crafts and cuisine of the Bedouin. Uncover the history of pearl diving and date farming; enjoy traditional Arabian coffee; watch cooking demonstrations; shop for handicrafts; take a camel or horse ride, see prized desert Saluki greyhounds and more.

Enjoy a day out of the city on a sightseeing tour to Plitviāe Lakes National Park, with seamless round-trip transfer from your hotel. Enjoy a brief stop in the picturesque village of Rastoke before arriving to the UNESCO-listed site to explore its lakes, waterfalls, flora, and fauna, with insights provided by your guide. Avoid extra fees with park entrance, boat ride, and access to Rastoke included.

Admire the coastline of Zakynthos by boat, including the Blue Caves and Shipwreck Beach, on this full-day cruise. Feel the wind in your hair as a sightseeing boat carries you along the island's most scenic shorelines, with a photo stop at the Blue Caves, and time to relax and swim off Shipwreck Beach. Two further swim breaks and two additional photo stops plus central pickup and drop-off at all Zakynthos' main resorts are included.

Escape the frenetic pace of Zagreb, and spend a day in the bucolic Zagorje region of northern Croatia, on this small-group getaway. Departing directly from your accommodation in the morning, you'll leave city limits behind and will visit two of Croatia's most striking castles: the beautifully preserved Trakoscan Castle and the hilltop Veliki Tabor Castle. As you go, admire the region's unspoiled scenery. Alongside the sightseeing, you'll also immerse yourself in the local cuisine with a hearty lunch at a heritage restaurant.

Enjoy a day away from the inland capital on a private day trip to Zadar. Travel the distance with ease via air-conditioned vehicle, and enjoy a tour of city highlights including the atmospheric Sea Organ, the Roman Forum, and the Church of St. Donatus. Absorb Adriatic views in the coastal city, then relax after a busy day of sightseeing with included drop-off back to your Zagreb hotel.

Sail to Smugglers Cove, also called Shipwreck Beach, along Zakynthos' coast on this full-day cruise. Board a sightseeing boat in Zante Town and relax as you cruise past beaches and resorts. Pass the Blue Caves, drop anchor off Smugglers Cove to swim and soak in the views, and then cruise back to port with another swim stop on route. Family-friendly trip with hotel pickup and drop-off in selected hotels included.

Explore the highlights of Shanghai on a full-day tour that includes Yu Gardens and the ancient water village of Zhujiajiao. Start with a stroll through the beautifully landscaped Yu Gardens, which are sprinkled with pavilions and ponds. Browse the shops located in the atmospheric Old Town, then hear how silk is made by a local silk factory. See another aspect of traditional China on your visit to Zhujiajiao, which features ancient streets lined with old buildings, canals and stone bridges. Enjoy a relaxing foot massage to complete your day.

Explore Shipwreck Beach, located on the coast of Zakynthos, during this 6-hour tour with a small group. Travel via air-conditioned coach and boat to this famous beach, where you can swim in the turquoise ocean and check out the sea caves. Your tour will make a stop for lunch (own expense) at a mountain tavern on the way back to town.

Escape the city for a day and swap Krakow for Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains on this full-day tour. Take a dip in thermal pools, go for a hike up Gubałówka Mountain, or ride the funicular and enjoy panoramic views across the range. Alternatively, explore the town and its unique architecture, and immerse yourself in the highland culture at your own pace. A complimentary self-guided audio tour of Krakow is included for use at your leisure.

Soak in the scenery and culture of Zakynthos' neighboring Greek island of Kefalonia on this day trip. After a ferry ride from Zakynthos, enjoy an island bus tour with stops at highlights like the Drogarati Caves and Myrtos Beach, plus a boat ride on Melissani Underground Lake. Finish with time in the capital, Argostoli, before your return ferry transfer. Central pickup and drop-off at Zakynthos resorts included, with entrance fees and lunch at own expense.

See Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken on a half-day or full-day windmill tour departing from Amsterdam. Visit a cheese factory to sample local dairy products, admire a classic line-up of authentic windmills, and watch a shoemaker fashion wooden clogs using traditional methods. Hear commentary from your audio guide during the coach journey, and enjoy guided tours in each picturesque village. You can also opt for a 20-minute ferry cruise from Volendam to Marken (summer only, included in tour price). Choose the 7-hour full-day option for more time at each stop.

Spend a memorable day exploring the beauty, flavor and culture of Zakinthos on this 6-hour island coach tour. Get local insight into Ionian island life as you travel to highlights like the St Denis Monastery in Anafonitria, a Kefalonia viewpoint, the crafty village of Volimes and stunning Shipwreck Beach. Whet your appetite with a tasting of local wine and specialty products, and then settle in for lunch in a traditional mountain tavern.