Tours and Trips in Europe

Explore some of Bucharest's most important attractions on a private full-day tour with an informative guide. Start with a visit to Palace of Parliament, and Cotroceni Palace - the headquarters of the Romanian president and also the National Cotroceni Museum. Learn about Romania's history and culture as you take in panoramic views of the city and additional highlights in the capital. In the afternoon, venture out to the well-preserved Mogosoaia Palace for a glimpse of how the Romanian royalty lived. Includes entrance fees, and pickup and drop-off at your hotel.

Visit two of Romania's most scenic towns, Sinaia and Brasov, on a private full-day tour from Bucharest. See the Peles Castle in Sinaia and have lunch in this charming Prahova Valley town. Continue to Brasov, one of Romania's oldest cities, to see medieval monuments such as the Black Church, which boasts an organ with 4,000 pipes, and the Piaţa Sfatului (Town Square). Walk down Strada Sforii - reported to be the narrowest street in Europe - and learn about the region's history and culture from your informative guide.

Nice is not only the gateway to the French Riviera, it's also a popular starting point for exploring the countryside of Provence. On this private full-day tour, visit the Provencal town of Vence; admire the Matisse Church, the artist's self-proclaimed masterpiece; and browse the art galleries and crafts workshops of St Paul de Vence.

Provence is the heart of storybook France, made famous in Peter Mayle's bestselling novel 'A Year in Provence'. For those short on time, this full-day discovery tour from Aix-en-Provence takes in the highlights, including picturesque hilltop villages such as Baux-de-Provence and Gordes, the Ochre village of Roussillon, the lavender fields of Luberon, and Van Gogh's former home of Saint-Remy de Provence.

Equestrian lovers can't miss this traditional horse show, featuring the world-famous Hungarian cowboys known as csikós. This comprehensive walking tour of Debrecen covers a myriad of historical sights in a short amount of time, making it ideal for travelers on a time budget. Discover the everyday life of the herdsmen at the Herdsmen Museum and benefit from the insider knowledge of a guide as you explore the Hortobagy National Park.  

Round out your Romanian holiday with a full-day private tour to Transylvania's top attractions. Private transportation takes you from your hotel to each point of interest, allowing you to comfortably cover more area. Feel free to customize the itinerary and choose how much time you spend at each place. Take an extra long lunch break, shop until you drop, or photograph Dracula's Castle for hours.  It's your tour.

Explore the David Gareja monastery complex on this private full-day tour from Tbilisi. Follow a private guide through the 6th-century David Gareja monastery complex — widely considered among Eastern Georgia’s top historic attractions — and gain insight into the monastery’s rich religious significance. Along the way, learn of Georgia’s Orthodox religious principles and explore the sacred sites for which the David Gareja monastery complex is famous.

Explore the David Gareja monastery complex and Sighnaghi on this private full-day tour from Tbilisi. Visit the 6th-century David Gareja monastery complex - widely considered among Eastern Georgia's top historic attractions - with a private guide and learn of the site's deep rich religious significance. See how Georgian bread is baked in the village of Badiauri, then visit Bodbe Monastery - where St Nino lies buried. Finish with a walking tour of Sighnaghi and enjoy fine views over the Alazani Valley from the 18th-century fortifications and defence walls.

For a more unique Pompeii experience, take this private day trip that includes the use of a 3D virtual reality headset. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site with a licensed guide to see Pompeii as it once was, just before it was covered in volcanic ash from the eruption of Mt Vesuvius. As you wear the headset, watch 2- to 6-minute historical re-creations of the main points of interest. You'll also be driven up Mt Vesuvius itself, where you can walk to the top of the volcano and visit the crater.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Budapest on a full-day private tour of the Lake Balaton area. The comprehensive tour takes you to the towns, including Herend and Csopak, that are typically missed by foreign visitors. Skip the stress of finding a restaurant and enjoy an included lunch at a traditional restaurant. With private transportation and your own guide, you get a truly personalized experience at your own pace.

Benefit from personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace during this full-day private tour of Ephesus. Stops include the Temple of Artemis, the Basilica of St. John, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the ancient city of Ephesus itself. Learn much more through guided commentary than you would simply exploring on your own.

Benefit from personalized attention from a private guide on this full-day tour of the David Gareja Lavra Monastery and the Udabno Caves. Enjoy traveling at your own pace as you trek through the arid landscape and snap photos of the multicolored sandstone landscape. Learn about the history of the Assyrian Holy Fathers, dating back to the 6th century, through your dedicated guide's commentary.

Explore the former Georgian capital of Mtskheta, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the modern-day capital of Tbilisi on this full-day tour and enjoy the undivided attention of a private guide. See the Holy Trinity cathedral, Metekhi church, and the Bridge of Peae in Tbilisi; ride the cable car to Narikala Fortress; then visit Mtskheta landmarks including the Jvari Church and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this full-day private tour to the Mtskheta region from Tbilisi. Highlights include the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, Jvari Monastery, and Ananuri fortress. Embark on a whitewater rafting trip down the Aragvi River, stopping for a hot barbecue lunch accompanied by local Georgian wine. This private tour for your and your party ensures an intimate atmosphere.

Explore Georgia's history and heritage on this private 6-hour Tbilisi and Mtskheta tour from Tbilisi. Follow a private guide through Tbilisi and discover attractions including Anchiskhati Basilica, Freedom Square, and the 13th-century churches of Sioni and Metekhi. Enjoy fine city views from Narikala Fortress and visit the sulphur baths quarter of Abanotubani. In the afternoon, explore UNESCO-listed Mtskheta - where Christianity was nominated Georgia's state religion in 319. Soak up the atmosphere in the historic Old Town and discover iconic landmarks such as the 6th-century Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.

Visit the beautiful city of Vienna on a full-day private tour from Budapest. Whether your next destination is Austria or you just want to explore Vienna for a day, this comprehensive private tour covers everything. Visit significant landmarks such as the State Opera House, the Museum Quarter, and the Schonbrunn Palace as you listen to informative commentary from your guide about the history of the city and Austria.

The Allied landings of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy were among the most memorable events of WWII, and thousands of visitors return to the battlefields each year to pay their respects. This private full-day tour from Bayeux will help you trace the path of the American soldiers, with a customized itinerary that takes in sites such as Omaha beach, Utah Beach, Brecourt Manor, and the Normandy American Cemetery, as well as optional extras like the UNESCO-listed Mont Saint Michel.

Explore a series of historic towns on a full-day, private tour of Lisbon, Cascais, and Sintra, stopping to discover parks, palaces, and local treats along the way. You'll take in key Lisbon landmarks, from the Lisbon Cathedral to Jeronimos Monastery and the Belem Tower, then sip traditional coffee alongside a sweet pastel de Bel em. Leave the city behind on a trip to Cascais, Cabo da Roca, and Sintra, where you'll see the Pena Palace and walk the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lake District Tours or Lake District hiking? A private guided tour with a professional Blue Badge Guide can combine the best of a Lake District tour with short hikes to discover hidden views and sights that only a local guide can show you. The best way to gain a feel for a place is to not just to see it but experience it as much as possible and this tour provides many options to hike to waterfalls, lake side footpaths, easy mountain viewpoints or something longer -  your guide will tailor the tour on the day to include as much or as little hiking to suit you. Your guide knows the best places for lunch be it country pubs or farmhouse tearooms with homemade ice cream. On this tour you will discover the real essence of the Lake District and why it inspired so many writers and artists.

Discover Iron Age archaeology in Georgia on this private full-day Gori, Uplistsikhe and Mtskheta tour from Tbilisi. Travel to the Iron Age settlement of Uplistsikhe as a private guide sheds light on the region's historic significance. Admire the rock-cut structures and winding staircases for which the site is famous, and hear how life played out here in the period up to the Middle Ages. Explore the UNESCO-listed town of Mtskheta and visit the Joseph Stalin Museum in Gori, home to treasures and artifacts from the Soviet leader's life.