Day Trips & Excursions

Explore the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum, then visit Tahrir Sqaure and Khan Khalili Bazaar on a full-day tour that takes in Cairo's remarkable antiquities and modern life. See Egypt's most iconic monuments on the Giza Plateau and visit the Valley Temple; pause for lunch at a local restaurant then get a glimpse of more recent history at the square that saw the 'Arab Spring. ' Discover the pharaohs' gleaming treasures at the country's leading museum and browse for souvenirs and spices at Cairo's most vibrant souk. 

Visit the landmarks and historic sites of Gallipoli on a full-day tour from Istanbul. Travel in a comfortable bus to the places where many Allied and Turkish troops fought in World War I, including Brighton Beach, ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corp) Cove, The Nek and Johnston's Jolly. You'll also see Ariburnu Cemetery, the ANZAC Commemoration site, Lone Pine Australian Memorial and Chunk Bair New Zealand Memorial. Learn about the history and impact of the WWI battles in Gallipoli as your guide shows you around this important location.

Visit two of southern Vietnam's most interesting historical and cultural sites on this day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Cao Dai temple at Tay Ninh. Start with the tunnels, an underground network that played a key role in the Vietnam War. Then head to the temple for an experience in Caodaism, a religion that blends a bit of Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism.

Witness geysers and feel the warmth of hot springs on this full-day guided 4X4 tour of Furnas from Ponta Delgada. On this tour, you will see Furnas' famed islet, tree-covered craters and steaming fumaroles. Enjoy visits to a tea factory by the island's volcanic activity.

Take a thrilling journey through the Andes on the Devil's Nose Train on this full-day tour from Cuenca. Marvel at the wild mountain scenery, tuck into a delicious Ecuadorian lunch, and explore the ancient Inca ruins of Ingapirca. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Experience the mighty Cliffs of Moher, a UNESCO World Heritage site, from both land and sea on this full-day tour from Galway. Marvel at the scenery along the Wild Atlantic Way; cruise out to Inisheer, one of the Aran Islands; then hike along the cliff-tops and enjoy spectacular views across the Atlantic.

Visit the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), established in the 1950s, on this day trip from Hue. With a guide, learn about the purpose of the zone, which divided North and South Vietnam at the end of the First Indochina War, and hear about its role in the Second Indochina War, aka Vietnam War, as well. You'll experience how Vietnam's lush natural beauty of mountains and jungles is dotted with somber remnants of war.

Explore some of Portugal's religiously significant towns on this full-day tour from Lisbon. Visit the cities of Obidos, the city that King Dinis gave to Queen Isabel as a wedding present, Batalha, the home of Portugal's largest church, and end the tour at the pilgrimage destination of Fatima. Learn about the history of each location from your guide and take in the beautiful Portuguese scenery before heading back to Lisbon.

This action-packed day tour is a great choice for travelers with limited time in Japan. Take the stress out of figuring out public transport by having all transfers included. You'll travel with ease on a tour bus to Hakone Lake Ashi and enjoy a sightseeing cruise that boasts views of Mt. Fuji, followed by a sledding adventure. Once you've worked up an appetite, a delicious all-you-can-eat lunch is provided. The day ends with a perfect opportunity for souvenir shopping - a visit to one of Japan's largest outlets - Gotemba Premium Outlets.

Romania is known for its historic castles, but their rural locations can be tricky to access from the capital. Tick off 2 iconic fortresses on a day tour to Peles and Bran Castle from Bucharest, and learn about their history and legends from your guide. Admire scenic Prahova Valley as you travel by air-conditioned vehicle, and benefit from the small-group size for a more personalized experience.

Explore the wonders of Sao Miguel's Furnas Valley on this informative full-day tour with a small group, including lunch. Visit the island's famed ceramic factories, snap memorable photos at Caloura, Vila Franca Do Campo and Furnas. See Furnas lake and the surrounding hot springs and indulge in a traditional Sao Miguel lunch of 'cozido,' a rich stew cooked by thermal vents underground. You won't want to miss the tea factory and the Ribeira Grande City with its beautiful architecture. This is a small group tour to ensure a quality experience.

Crater Lake Game Sanctuary is located about 6 miles (10 km) from Naivasha and about 56 miles (90 km) from Nairobi. This small, private sanctuary is centered around a lake formed by a dormant volcano. The amazing jade green water attracts many flamingos, and the surrounding forests and plains

Discover the history, landscape, and nature of Bach Ma National Park on a full-day nature tour from Hue that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a picnic lunch in the park, and guided morning and afternoon hikes. Spot some of the 1,400 species of plants that thrive in the protected area, along with birds, mammals, and a garden of medicinal plants, and climb the park's highest mountain peak.

Experience the spectacular scenery of Australia's Great Ocean Road on this full-day guided tour from Melbourne. Admire postcard-worthy vistas around every turn of the coastal road, and pass through charming port towns along the way. Learn the fascinating and tragic history of Australia's jagged 'Shipwreck Coast' when you visit the Loch Ard Gorge, site of a famous wreck. Your journey will come to a dramatic climax when you arrive at the Twelve Apostles geologic wonder just as the sun sets (seasonal and weather dependent).

Explore the Cradle of Humankind on a full-day tour from Pretoria. Learn about the earliest homid relatives and their way of life in the Maropeng region, then visit the Sterkfontein caves. Finish the day with a drive through a local wildlife park in search of Africa's Big Five, followed by a buffed dinner.

Discover the beautiful beaches and historic wonders of Gozo Island on this full-day tour from Valletta. Explore the UNESCO-listed megalithic temples of Ggantija, see Fungus Rock and the Inland Sea in Dwejra, visit the island capital of Victoria, and enjoy a delicious Gozitan lunch.

Experience the best of the South Korean capital and explore with ease on this full-day tour of Seoul. Visit Jogye Temple, pass by The Blue House, Gyeongbok Palace, Insadong, Bukchon Hanok Village, Bugak Skyway, and Myeongdong with no more than 15 people for a personalized, small-group experience.

The Cradle of Humankind is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the site where some of the world's oldest and most significant hominid fossils were found. On this full-day tour, enjoy extra time to take in all the exhibitions, both with and without your guide. Enjoy the interactive displays and take an underground boat ride through history at the Maropeng Visitor Center, then venture underground to explore the Sterfontein Caves.

Explore Gobustan National Park, mud volcanos, and Ateshgah (Fire Temple) on a full-day tour from Baku that blends ancient human history with natural wonders. Without a pricey private car and driver, reaching all three sites in a single day would be a daunting challenge; this cost-effective group tour takes care of logistics so you can focus on magnificent rock carvings, eruptions of thick mud, and a fiery religious pilgrimage place.

Explore the Cradle of Human Kind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day tour from Johannesburg. Learn about where the human race started and see fossils that date back to the beginning of humans' time on earth.