Half-day Tours

Browse for souvenirs, foodstuffs and high-quality Malaysian goods on a morning or afternoon shopping tour of Kuala Lumpur. Visit the bustling markets and bazaars of Chinatown and Little India (Jalan Masjid India) and stroll past street vendors at Central Market. Your driver will fill you in on the market's history, types of products available and tips for negotiating prices, and then you'll have time to browse independently and sample Malaysian, Chinese and Indian cuisine (own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Experience Sarawak's indigenous Bidayuh culture on a 4-hour excursion to a traditional longhouse from Kuching. You'll travel through a landscape of paddy fields and plantations on your way to the rainforest, then meet members of the Bidayuh tribe in their communal quarters, which are decorated with elaborate bamboo carvings. This half-day longhouse tour includes pickup and drop-off in Kuching city, with all transport by climate-controlled minivan. Both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Soak up striking views of a volcanic crater and its pair of colorful lakes on this half-day guided 4X4 tour of Sete Cidades from Ponta Delgada. This tour traverses the island to the village of Sete Cidades where you will marvel at otherworldly lake and mountainside views. Throughout the tour, relish plenty of picturesque vantage points and off the beaten path sights.

Enjoy a close encounter with Vietnam's wildlife on this 4-hour trek around the Son Tra Peninsula from Da Nang. Embark on a guided hike around the foot of the Monkey Mountain and spot native species like macaques, red-bellied squirrels, bee-eaters and sunbirds. Then, hop on-board a Jeep for a scenic drive around the rest of the peninsula.

Visit the Cu Chi tunnels on a 6-hour trip from Ho Chi Minh City, and explore the sprawling underground network where the Viet Cong launched the 1968 Tet Offensive. This 6-hour Cu Chi tunnels tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Ho Chi Minh City hotel and entrance fees, and it's limited to 10 people for a personalized experience.

Discover a lesser-known side of Shanghai's history on a half-day tour of the Shanghai Jewish Ghetto, located in the Hongkou District. From the 1920s to the 1940s, many Jewish refugees immigrated to Shanghai to escape repression in Russia and Europe. See important sites from that era including the Jewish Refugees Museum (formerly Ohel Moishe Synagogue), Huoshan Park and Xiahai Temple. Learn from your informative guide about the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, hear about modern day life in the historic neighborhood and meet local residents on this fascinating tour.

See Bermuda's highlights on this half-day sightseeing tour of St George's. With a knowledgeable local guide, visit Palm Groves Garden, Spittal Pond and the affluent Tucker's Town. Along the way, listen to engaging commentary about the culture and history of the island from your guide. Upgrade your tour to visit the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo or Crystal Caves. Round-trip transportation from Bermuda hotels is included.

Discover Santa Cruz Island and its surrounding bays on this half-day tour. Visit six key areas in this region including the Loberia, home to a sea lion colony and the 'Bay of Franklin,' where you can find sea turtles, golden rays, eagle rays, and mangroves. Take in the exquisite beauty of the island as you learn about the Galapagos Islands on this comprehensive tour.

Soak up Dubai's famous sights and everyday scenes on this comprehensive 4-hour city sightseeing tour. As you walk and travel between the sites, hear revealing facts and history about the city from an informative guide, and punctuate your tour with a memorable cruise across Dubai Creek on a traditional 'abra' water taxi. Get free time to shop for goodies and gifts at Deira's Gold and Spice Souks, step back into the city's past at Dubai Museum, and enjoy photo stops at Jumeirah Mosque and the glamorous Burj Al Arab.

This popular half-day tour offers travelers the perfect overview of one of Vietnam's largest and most historic cities. Follow your friendly local guide through busy main streets and back alleys as you make your way to some of Ho Chi Minh City's top attractions. You'll learn about when the French captured Saigon some 300 years ago and see European influence in both the food and culture. This tour includes stops at iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office and War Remnants Museum, as well as other key sites. It's the best way to see the city!

Follow in the footsteps of the US Army on this fascinating 4-hour tour of the Son Tra Peninsula from Da Nang. Wind your way along the steep roads and hairpin bends of Monkey Mountain as you tackle one of Vietnam's most hair-raising drives, then journey along the Forgotten Road to visit a former US Army heliport. After soaking up the dramatic coastal views, pay a visit to the beautiful Linh Ung Pagoda before returning to Da Nang.

During this fully customizable, private Shanghai tour, you get to call the shots. Enjoy a tailor-made itinerary - designed with your unique interests in mind - and choose between lunch and dinner options. Return travelers who have already ticked off the main sights can opt for lesser-known locations, like Jade Buddha Temple, Tianzifang Creative Park, or the Shanghai Propaganda Art Poster Center.

Explore the culture, history and traditions of Soweto on this private tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Spend half of a day venturing into one of the nation's most incredible towns. Visit Nelson Mandela's home, Vilakazi Street, the Hector Pieterson Memorial Museum and more. Choose to bungee jump (additional cost) or roll through the streets on two wheels with an optional bike tour (own expense). Round-trip transport and a friendly, professional guide makes this private tour hassle-free.

Pedal and paddle your way along the Ping River on this active 5-hour tour from Chiang Mai. First, embark on a bike tour around the countryside, glide around the evocative ruins of Wiang Kum Kam and hop off to explore the beautiful temples of Wat Pu Pia, Wat E-Gang and Wat Chai Mongkol. Then, soak up the scenery on a cruise down the Ping River, before stopping for lunch at a local farmhouse and tucking into Thai specialty 'khao soi'.

Skip the big tour buses and get in gear for a completely different way to explore Jamaica's north shore. Get behind the wheel of a Mini Cooper and follow a guide through backroads and historic landmarks, making pit stops to shop for souvenirs and watch how authentic Jamaican jerk is prepared over a wood fire. Midway, give the pedal a rest with a relaxing float down the Martha Brae river in a bamboo raft.

Rewind to the Egypt of nearly 5,000 years ago on this 4-hour tour to Saqqara and Memphis from Cairo. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable guide, head to Saqqara to view the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest large-scale stone monument. Learn why it was built, and then view the relics of Memphis, the ancient capital of Lower Egypt. Learn about its heyday in the 3rd and 2nd centuries BC and visit the outdoor museum to see some of its treasures, including a colossal statue of Ramses II.

Swap the fast pace of Nadi for a laid-back sightseeing tour that takes you to sites of natural beauty. Save time booking transport by having round-trip transfers included. You'll travel between sites in a comfortable vehicle and have an action-packed itinerary so you make the most of your time. Top sites you'll see include Anchorage Lookout, Sabeto Valley, Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Viseisei Village, Nadi Temple, and Nadi Market.

Visit three of Bangkok's most significant Buddhist temples on a half-day tour, led by a professional guide. Explore the architectural and religious features of Wat Traimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha), then walk through Chinatown to Wat Pho, which houses the Reclining Buddha. Finally, admire Italian white marble at Wat Benchamabophit, known as the Marble Temple. This small-group tour by minivan includes round-trip hotel transport.

Spend a half-day exploring the beautiful islands of the Venetian lagoon on this 4-hour small-group boat tour of Murano and Burano. Learn about Murano's history of glass blowing and Burano's traditional lace making. See the colorful houses of Burano. Pick up and drop off from central Venice.

Let a professional driver chauffeur you around Sonoma County on this wine tour from San Francisco, allowing you to worry about nothing but enjoying yourself while visiting area wineries. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on your way into the rolling hills of California wine country, where you'll stop at two or three vineyards in the town of Sonoma or Carneros region.