Day Trips & Excursions

Discover Luxor's ancient tombs and temples on a full-day trip from Hurghada that explores highlights on the east and west banks of the Nile. Make the 190-mile (306-km.) trip from Hurghada to Luxor in the comfort of a climate-controlled minivan, then see the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the magnificent Temple of Karnak, among the largest religious structures in the world. By pre-booking transport, entrance tickets, and lunch, you'll save time and hassle, ensuring the maximum possible time experiencing Luxor highlights.

Dedicate a day to Milan with this convenient day trip from Stresa on Lake Maggiore. Perfect for those without a car who want to learn about Milan not just see it, the day trip includes round-trip coach transport plus a guided tour. You'll go straight to landmarks such as Castello Sforzesco and discover sights like the Monumental Cemetery that some visitors miss. An afternoon of free time completes the trip before your return to Stresa.

Pay homage to one of Tuscany's great minds with this 5-hour trip to the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci from Florence. Visit a museum in Leonardo's former house in Anchiano and the Leonardiano Museum in Vinci. End the tour with a wine tasting and light lunch in a Tuscan farmhouse.

Escape the city and experience the wild landscapes of the Andes Mountains on this full-day tour from Mendoza. Climb to the Los Penitentes Ski Center, right on the border of Chile; admire landmarks such as the Bridge of the Inca and the Christ the Redeemer statue; and enjoy spectacular views of Aconcagua, South America's highest peak.

Experience an authentic and unspoiled Caribbean beach in a half-day trip to Las Cuevas Beach from Port of Spain. This 1.36-mile (2.2-kilometer) beach is a Blue Flag award winner for its purity and compliance to international standards. Highlights of the tour include a Maracas Lookout photo op, a North Coast Road scenic drive, and a chance to sample local delicacies (own expense), such as sesame seed balls and pineapple chutney.

Discover the beautiful natural environment of La Tigra National Park and check out El Picacho during this full-day hiking expedition near Tegucigalpa. Explore the waterfalls, lush mountain cloud forests, scenic overlooks and wildlife of La Tigra National Park on foot during a morning hike. A waiting car will be at the other side of the park to take you to El Picacho, where you'll admire city views of Tegucigalpa before returning to your hotel. This trip to La Tigra and El Picacho also includes a driver, guide, park entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport by 4x4.

Visit the Necropolis of Thebes and the Valley of the Kings on a full-day trip to Luxor from Cairo that includes round-trip flights, all transfers, and guided tours in Luxor. Explore ancient tombs of Egyptian pharaohs, eat lunch at a local restaurant, then walk the Avenue of Sphinxes at the Temple of Karnak. This Luxor tour is a cost-effective way to make the most of your time in Egypt, with an Egyptologist guide to help bring the ancient world to life.

Spend the day visiting the natural beauty of Chiapas on this day trip from San Christobal. You will visit the waterfall at Chiflón before heading to Lagos de Montebello. Enjoy your time walking through the jungle, exploring the variety of hues in the many lakes and relaxing in the picturesque natural setting. It's a great way to see more of Mexico's diverse ecology and support environmental conservation efforts in the area.

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta on a day trip to the heart of Vietnam's 'rice basket.' You'll ride a sampan (flat-bottom boat) from My Tho through a watery landscape of verdant rice fields criss-crossed by canals that are fed by the mighty Mekong. Taste tropical fruits at a sleepy village, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda and have a set lunch at a local restaurant.

Take a break from the beach to experience Mexico's cultural richness on this all-day tour. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to Mexico City for four hours of sightseeing. Admire the city's historic center and check out the ruins of Templo Mayor - the center of the Aztec universe - the Metropolitan Cathedral, Bellas Artes and more. Witness the archaeological marvel of Teotihuacan, with its ancient temples, pyramids and Avenue of the Dead.

Discover the unexplored, ancient Gujarati towns of Modhera and Patan. Tour the marvelous temples, narrow villages, and mingle with the village folk.

After picking you up at your hotel or riad at 9:00 o'clock, we can head west until we reach the ancient Roman city where the most important archaeological remains of Morocco are located. In Volúbilis, you will have free time to visit the area.MULAY IDRIS After enjoying the impressive Roman remains we will approach Mulay Idris, one of the center most important pilgrimage of Morocco. It is a small town where you can get to know the most interesting part of the medina in less than an hour. The third stop will be Meknes, the most "humble" of the Four Imperial Cities of Morocco. In Meknes you will have free time to eat and visit the most important places in the city, get into the souk or enjoy a coffee in the square

Discover the mountainous majesty of Lucerne and Engelberg on a full-day trip from Zurich. Pass the picturesque Swiss Alps and Lake Zurich as you travel by luxury coach, and then arrive in Lucerne, a charming Swiss town famed for impressive monuments like Chapel Bridge and the Town Hall. Head next to the renowned mountain resort of Engelberg to explore the enticing area independently; visit a Swiss cheese factory; see a magnificent Baroque monastery; or invigorate with a rewarding hike on one of the verdant valley trails. Enjoy illuminating commentary from an expert guide on this enchanting excursion.

Visit Mahabalipuram's UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a full-day, private tour from Chennai that includes door-to-door transport, breakfast, lunch, and all entrance fees. Travel by private car or on a classic Royal Enfield motorcycle, then spend the day exploring temples and a seashell museum in a scenic town, with a personal guide who will tailor the day to your interests.

Get to know the natural and cultural beauty of the Oaxaca Valley on this guided day trip by comfortable coach. Visit the Zapotecan ruins of Mitla, modern-day rug weavers in Teotitlan of the Valley (Teotitlán del Valle) and Santa Maria's 2,000-year-old Montezuma cypress, the world's thickest tree. Spend time at the carbonized falls flowing from the cliffs of Hierve el Agua before wrapping up the day with a delicious mescal tasting in Santiago Matatlan. Round-trip hotel transport from Oaxaca included.

Travel amid a stunning landscape on a memorable day trip through the Cascade Mountains. Your vehicle will climb Stevens Pass, motor alongside the Skykomish River and present views of Bridal Veil Falls and Deception Falls en route to Leavenworth. On arrival in the Bavarian town, you'll have two hours for lunch (own expense) with free time to explore its wine shops and art galleries. Then continue over Blewett Pass, glimpse an old gold mining town and stop at Snoqualmie Falls, a premier natural attraction.

While in Peru, don't let time constraints hold you back from visiting the iconic archaeological site of Machu Picchu. This guided tour from Cusco includes all transportation logistics to safely take you to and from Machu Picchu in one day by train and car, plus entrance fees and a guided tour of Machu Picchu itself.

Immerse yourself in all things John Paul II and St. Sister Faustina on this guided half-day tour by minibus. This pilgrimage-like tour takes you to Sister Faustina's Shrine, Pope John Paul II's home town and the Divine Mercy Sanctuary in Lagiewniki, among other spiritual sites. Learn about the history of the pope-turned saint and about the interesting life of Sister Faustina.

Soak up Scotland's majestic countryside on a full-day tour of Highlands from Edinburgh. Aboard a comfortable coach, stop at Loch Lomond, the largest inland body of water in Great Britain. Wind through Trossachs National Park, spotted with moors, lochs and jutting peaks, and on to Stirling Castle, coronation place of Mary, Queen of Scots. Explore the grounds or purchase an optional tour of the castle's opulent interior rooms. On the return journey to Edinburgh, the tour stops at the Kelpies. The world's largest equine sculptures dedicated to the horse powered heritage of Central Scotland, designed by Andy Scott.

Brave a visit to Java's most active volcano on this full-day small-group tour from Yogyakarta, including hotel pick-up. Admire the startling topography of Java island as you pass lush rice paddies, rugged plains and dense jungle, then visit the Buddhist temples of Pawon and Mendut. Finally, enjoy a prime view of Merapi Volcano, Indonesia's most active volcano, nicknamed the 'Mountain of Fire'.