Day Trips & Excursions

The Sólheimajökull glacier and the Skógafoss waterfall are two of the most popular sights along the south Icelandic coastline, but they're not easy to reach. This convenient 11-hour combination bus and walking tour from Reykjavik makes it possible to tick both off your list in a day, plus take in other Icelandic natural attractions such as the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the Northern Lights in one trip. Along the way, enjoy a traditional Icelandic dinner in a local restaurant.

Visit the iconic sites of ancient Egypt with a private, full-day tour of Giza’s pyramids, the Sphinx and Saqqara. Meet your experienced guide at your hotel, then hear stories about Egypt’s pharaohs and culture as you explore the three pyramids at Giza. Stand at the feet of the enigmatic Great Sphinx, and get the classic views of the pyramids against the desert skyline. Travel to the sprawling necropolis at Saqqara to see the pyramids the revolutionized ancient architecture then have a meal at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

View the ancient wonders of Giza, Sakkara and Memphis in one day on a private tour from Cairo. With an Egyptologist guide, behold the three pyramids on the Giza Plateau, and wander around the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple as you uncover their history. Then, visit nearby Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of Zoser before exploring the ruins of Egypt's ancient capital, Memphis, including its gigantic fallen sculpture of Ramses II. Time for some light shopping in Cairo, plus pickup and drop-off at select hotels are included.

Follow in the footsteps of France's most iconic Impressionist painters on a full-day, private tour from Paris to Honfleur and Giverny with an experienced guide. Explore Honfleur's historic waterfront and colorful homes, and discover ancient cobblestone paths that lead to the Norman coast. See a riot of color and blooming flowers at Giverny, where you'll learn about Monet's life in his beloved home and garden, then return to Paris through the stunning Seine river valley.

Leave Geneva and head for the mountains and lakes on a day trip to Glacier 3000 and Montreux. With a round-trip cable car ride included, you'll travel up to the glacier area high above Les Diablerets ski resort. Sample sparkling wine and cheese as you gaze at the alpine vistas, and test your nerves on the Alpine Coaster toboggan run. In the afternoon, you'll travel to the lakeside town of Montreux for free time and a visit to Mountain Studio, where Queen recorded their last album.

Travel through the beautiful French countryside and visit the home and workspace of Claude Monet on this private, half-day tour to Giverny from Paris. Ride in a comfortable private vehicle through the meadows and villages of Normandy, stopping to visit local landmarks like a 10th-century watchtower along the way. In Giverny, tour Monet's house, studio and Japanese-style gardens that inspired famous works like his Water Lilies series. Enjoy the personalized attention of a private driver and guide for a memorable artistic excursion.

Tour Giverny, the fabled estate of painter Claude Monet, in comfort and high style during this customizable VIP tour from Paris. Dodge the crowded entrance lines with pre-booked admission tickets, and enjoy private pickup and drop-off in a luxury Mercedes van. See the colorful backdrops to some of France's most celebrated Impressionist paintings. Skip the audioguides: your own private guide will be on-hand to answer all your questions.

Combine the highlights of ancient Egypt in this full-day tour from Cairo. With a guide providing commentary as you travel, visit the Egyptian Museum, the Sphinx, the Pyramids of Giza, and finish up with a dinner cruise on the Nile. On board the boat, dig in to a buffet dinner while taking in the sights of the Nile, as well as belly dance and singing performances. Lunch, entrance fees, and round-trip transportation from Cairo or Giza hotels included.

Explore the surreal landscape of Iceland's Solheimajökull Glacier during this day trip from Reykjavik. Join your guide for ice hiking and climbing on top of this ancient ice formation, enjoying spectacular views of its constantly changing blend of colors and shapes. Then make a stop at the thundering Skogafoss waterfall, one of the country's largest waterfalls. Your glacier adventure includes an expert glacier guide, introduction to ice climbing, round-trip transport from Reykjavik as well as all necessary safety gear needed.

Explore the tranquil water lily gardens of Monet's House in Giverny and the Mus ee des Impressionnismes-Giverny followed by a visit to the opulent Palace of Versailles in this day trip from Paris. Stop in charming Moulin de Fourges for lunch (included). A group size of no more than eight people maximizes personalized attention from your guide.

Towering over the Alpine resort of Engelberg, Mt. Titlis ranks among central Switzerland's top natural attractions - a haven of outdoor adventure all year round. On this tour from Zurich, reach the peak with ease by deluxe vehicle and rotating cable-car, and enjoy unrivalled views over the Alpine scenery. Enjoy unlimited access to the rides and attractions at the peak, and embrace outdoor adventure in the Swiss countryside.

Visit Egypt's most iconic ancient site on a 5-hour tour of Giza's Great Pyramids and Sphinx from Cairo, including lunch. Head for the Giza Plateau with an Egyptologist guide, and take in the towering Great Pyramid of Cheops and its two neighbors. Learn how they served as pharaonic tombs, and take a camel ride, absorbing the sweeping views over Cairo. See the Great Sphinx, explore the Valley Temple, and visit the Solar Boat Museum to view the reconstructed, original wooden boat of Cheops that was found buried by his pyramid.

Embark on a thrilling 9-mile guided hike through Chile's spectacular El Morado Natural Monument National Park. Departing from Santiago, your adventure begins in the village of Baños Morales with a steep trek that flattens out as you go. Enjoy stunning natural scenery while making your way toward popular San Francisco Glacier and Morales Glacier pond. Savor a boxed lunch in the mountains, then set back out on your return trek. At the end of your day trip a vehicle will be waiting to whisk you back to your hotel.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of Egypt's pyramids on a full-day tour to Giza, Saqqara and Memphis from Cairo. Alongside an expert Egyptologist guide, visit the historical capital of Memphis and delve into the city's 5,000-year-old history at the Memphis Museum. Marvel at archaic statues of King Rameses II and the sphinx; gaze at the famous step pyramid in Saqqara; and capture photographs of the iconic Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt's most famous landmark, before taking a 20-minute camel ride through the desert. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle equipped with Wi-Fi and air-conditioning.  

Marvel at some of the world's ancient wonders on a full-day tour of the Giza pyramids and the Egyptian Museum from Cairo. Gaze at the iconic landmark of the Great Pyramid of Giza while listening to illuminating commentary from your expert guide. Marvel at the design of the colossal Sphinx; wonder at Tutankhamen's golden death mask in the Egyptian Museum; and gain fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian history from your knowledgeable guide. Travel by luxury, air-conditioned minivan on this enriching tour.

Discover medieval Girona and the Dali Museum in Figueres, where the artist Salvador Dalí was born, on this day trip from Barcelona by air-conditioned coach. With a guide, take a walking tour of Girona's picturesque Old Town. Learn about the city's wealth during the Middle Ages and admire the Cathedral and colorful houses huddled along the Onyar River. After free time for lunch, travel to the Dali Museum in Figueres. View the flamboyant, egg-topped exterior of the Dali Theatre-Museum and explore its collection of paintings, sculptures and jewelry.

Experience the grandeur of the Great Pyramids, Sphinx and other pharaonic wonders on a full-day tour from Cairo. Gaze at the three pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, at Giza; and opt to head inside any of these burial tombs, ride a camel or visit the Solar Boat Museum. After seeing the Sphinx and ruined Valley Temple, continue to Sakkara, home to the stepped Djoser pyramid. Admire this timeworn tomb, Egypt's oldest pyramid, and more; and then explore the remains of ancient Egypt's 5,000-year capital at nearby Memphis.

Take a day trip to Giverny to see the garden depicted in so many of Claude Monet's masterpieces. Tour the artist's former home, now a museum, and explore his beautiful gardens at your leisure - the water lily garden is particularly famous. Visit the nearby Mus ee des Impressionnismes to see more great works from the Impressionists. This half-day, small-group tour from Paris is unguided, which means you get to see Giverny's attractions at your own pace. Pickup and drop-off from your central Paris hotel is included.

Visit two iconic French destinations in a single day on this shared transfer tour from Paris to the Palace of Versailles and Giverny. Journey on to Versailles, where you'll enjoy an optional French-style lunch with drinks and tour the magnificent palace and gardens with an audio guide. Next, travel through the beautiful countryside to see where Claude Monet lived and painted, and stroll through his famous Japanese gardens that inspired his masterful 'Water Lilies' series.

Experience two of the Czech Republic's best-loved traditions - pilsner beer and Bohemia glassmaking - on this day trip from Prague. With an expert guide, head to Plzen, known as Pilsen in German, and the Pilsner Urquell brewery where the legendary beer began life in 1842. Discover how the beer is made and perhaps buy some Pilsner Urquell glassware. After lunch at a Pilsner-themed restaurant, visit the Bohemia glassworks in Nizbor. See how the glass is blown and cut, and finish with the chance to buy some beautiful glassware at factory prices.