Tours and Trips in Europe

Enjoy a fully-personalized, 4-hour tour of Barcelona with a private guide by taxi, and experience the best of the city with a knowledgeable insider. Join the bustling crowds at the Plaça d'Espanya and browse the shops along the glamorous Passeig de Gràcia, then visit the city's most iconic landmarks, from the Arc de Triomf to Gaudí's Sagrada Família cathedral and the narrow streets of the Gothic Quarter. Guide can arrange optional skip-the-line access at some sites; taxi fare and admissions not included.

Check off the top sights on your Athens must-see list during this 5-hour excursion with private guide. Explore the iconic Acropolis and its ancient temples, and relive the highlights of the first modern Olympic Games at Panathinaikos Stadium. You'll also check out Syntagma Square, pass by the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Dionysos Theater, the National Gardens of Greece and much more. A flexible itinerary means you call the shots on what to do and where to go. Your private guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are included.

Discover the remarkably well-preserved ancient town of Herculaneum on a private half-day excursion from Naples. Have about two hours to see the ruins of the ancient Roman fishing village, which was decimated when Mt Vesuvius erupted in AD 79, as was its neighbor Pompeii. The fossilized village offers a fascinating glimpse of Herculaneum, including its people, furniture and clothing. You can choose to travel with a private driver and local guide, or opt for a private transfer that allows you to see the ruins independently.

Explore Heidelberg, Germany's oldest and most famous university town, on this private, guided, half-day sightseeing tour from Frankfurt. Enjoy personal attention while learning about the city's history, culture and Gothic and Renaissance architecture. See some of Heidelberg's most popular sites. Explore the famous ruins of the Gothic landmark Heidelberg Castle, complete with the world's largest wine barrel, the Heidelberg Tun. Visit the oldest part of the city, the Altstadt, and marvel at the wonderful combination of old and new buildings, narrow streets, market squares and much more. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Discover the magic of Cappadocia during this private full-day tour that includes a stop at Uchisar Castle. Your experienced private guide will meet you at your hotel and take you to the region's most famous sites, including the Uchisar Castle, Pigeon Valley and the Göreme Open Air Museum. You'll enjoy fresh Turkish coffee and feast on a traditional lunch in a popular restaurant. The rest of the day will be spent marveling at the area's famous fairy chimneys and wandering the traditional village of Avanos. Your guide will return you to your hotel at the end of the tour.

Discover the best parts of Hampton Court Palace on this 3.5-hour walking tour with a private guide.  As you explore the site, get to know all the regal splendor of the royal palace, which is believed to have been King Henry VIII's preferred abode. See the lavish Tudor Quarters, pause for reflection in the Chapel Royal, stroll through picturesque courtyards and admire art from the Royal Collection. Learn about all the history as you walk around the famous walls and listen to the stories of the royals who once called the palace home.

Drench yourself in the fabled Tuscan countryside with this private, day-long hiking tour from Siena. Meet your expert guide in Siena and then drive in a comfortable minivan to the trail where you'll perambulate through verdant vineyards, rustic villages, and over the classic rolling hills of Tuscany. Stop halfway along the hike to indulge in a classic lunch of Tuscan treats and then travel via minivan to the town of San Gimignano, known as the 'medieval Manhattan' for its many gothic towers that form a medieval skyline in the 21st century. 

Experience the stunning scenery of the Austrian Lake District (Salzkammergut) on this half-day private tour from Salzburg. Travel to the UNESCO-listed village of Hallstatt and learn the rich history of the area from your private guide. Marvel at the Dachstein Mountain and enjoy a train ride up to the world's oldest salt mine. You can also opt to see the Mühlbach Waterfall, the Beinhaus (Bone House) or stroll around Lake Hallstatt. Your intimate, private tour can be customized to your interests.

Explore several thousand years of Greek history during this intimate, 6-hour, private tour covering the top highlights in Athens. Step back in time with your private guide as you take in breathtaking sights like the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Parthenon and the amazing Acropolis, the white marble-clad Panatheian Stadium (site of the first modern Olympics) the colossal Temple of Zeus and much more. You'll celebrate your discoveries with a tasty included lunch of modern Greek cuisine. Your private guide and transport, plus round-trip hotel transport and site entrance fees are also covered.

Get an overview of Cappadocia's hidden gems and highlights on this private full-day tour. With your own art historian guide, see the fairy chimneys nicknamed the 'Three Beauties of Ürgüp,' the contorted rocks of the Devrent Valley, and old Çavuşin village, home to the cavernous St. John the Baptist Church. Climb Uçhisar Castle for panoramic views and descend into Derinkuyu, Cappadocia's oldest underground city. Lunch, private transport, and Cappadocia hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Make the most of your time in Malaga with this private, full-day city tour. Benefit from personalized attention from a dedicated guide and the ability to customize your itinerary while exploring Malaga's cultural and historical aspects. Enjoy the chance to focus on the landmarks and highlights of the city that appeal to you and your private party, then stop for tapas and beverages for your party of up to 15 people.

Discover the charming architecture and rich historical heritage of prominent Golden Ring towns, Suzdal and Vladimir, on a full-day tour from Moscow. With a knowledgeable private guide, discover two of the most enchanting towns in the remarkable Russian region; marvel at the grand Assumption Cathedral during a guided tour of Vladimir and then explore Suzdal to see the magical onion domes and golden spires that typify the town. Receive the undivided attention of your guide and adapt the itinerary of this private tour to suit your interests.

Get a rare look at the Hermitage's most prized possessions with a private tour of the museum's Diamond and Gold rooms. Join an expert curator in exploring these exclusive galleries filled with gold, jewels, icons and antiques, and marvel at intricate artworks commissioned by Catherine the Great, a toilet set made of gold and Faberg e items that go beyond Easter eggs. Then continue your day with a guided tour of the greater museum, admiring paintings by Rembrandt and Goya and learning the history of this vast complex as you go.

Enjoy a private 5-hour excursion to Montserrat, a place of great importance to the Catalan people. Relax as your private driver transfers you from your Barcelona hotel to Montserrat, where your local guide meets you and takes you around the monastery. You'll see the revered statue of the Black Madonna (La Moreneta) along with other highlights. Afterward, choose from several options to take independently, such as hearing the childrens' choir, riding the funicular up the mountain, and visiting the Museum of Montserrat.

Combine a walking tour of Athens' old city with a food tasting and traditional Greek lunch on this 4-hour private tour. Learn about modern and ancient life in Greece from your dedicated guide and travel at your own pace. All tastings, lunch, and round-trip private transportation from your Athens hotel included.

Immerse yourself in the artistic wonder of Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum with a private guide on a cultural 1.5-hour tour. Accompanied by your accomplished guide, explore the enthralling exhibitions of the museum in order to discover contemporary and modern art masterpieces; see timeless masterworks like Joseph Beuy's 'Lightning with Stag in its Glare' and gaze at Jeff Koons' colossal sculpture 'Puppy'. Gain fascinating insight into different art movements and hear tales of the intriguing lives of some of the artists during this culturally enriching exploration.

Travel east from Nice along the coast of the French Riviera on a private tour to Eze and Monaco. Marvel at views of the bright blue sea as you drive along the corniche road on the way to Eze, a medieval village known for its hilltop location. When you reach the Principality of Monaco, check out sights like Prince's Palace, Monte Carlo Casino and the Formula One race circuit. Enjoy a personalized experience with a private guide.

Get beyond the tourist sites in Istanbul with a full-day, private tour that combines iconic destinations with atmospheric neighborhoods often overlooked by visitors. Explore a historic university and a series of Christian landmarks, old city walls and a Byzantine prison. Soak up the city's rich history at an Ottoman mosque and the Chora Museum, whose vivid Byzantine mosaics depict early Christianity. See a palace and a 15th-century synagogue gate, Panagia Blachernae Church and a bustling street full of small shops and stalls stocked with local handicrafts and souvenirs.

Portugal boasts a diverse tapestry of nature, architecture and religion so combine all three on this private 10-hour tour from Lisbon. This excursion allows you to visit the caves of Grutas da Moeda and three UNESCO-listed basilicas and monasteries in only one day. Avoid the stress of organizing transport to and between Fatima, Batalha and Alcobaca - home to top Portugal attractions - and relax as you travel to each in a private, air-conditioned car.

Enjoy an exclusive look at the Hermitage's most precious treasures with a private tour of the Gold Room, as well as all-day museum admission. Admire the world's largest collection of Scythian gold, see ancient artifacts from across Eurasia and marvel at ceremonial weapons from the Orient, all in the company of an expert Hermitage curator. Later embark on your own tour of the vast museum, wandering between buildings and taking in the incredible array of artworks, including the most extensive collection of Renaissance paintings on the planet.