Walking & Biking Tours

The gardens of Versailles span an impressive 1,976 acres. Rather than exploring the sprawling grounds on foot, pedal your way around with an informative guide on this full-day Versailles bike tour from Paris. Discover a leisurely 10 miles of garden trails and tree-lined paths behind the palace, and reach parts of the grounds that visitors on foot do not frequent, including Marie Antoinette's country-style Hameau, the Petit Trianon and the Grand Trianon. Stop by the Grand Canal for a picnic lunch before heading inside the Palace of Versailles.

Discover Verona's top attractions and splash through the Veneto region's swirling river rapids on this 1-day Verona bike tour and Adige River rafting adventure. Pedal through pretty Verona with your guide and discover famous sites such as the Ponte Pietra and Ponte di Castelvecchio bridges, the San Zeno neighborhood and the majestic Romanesque San Zeno Maggiore Cathedral. Afterward, pull on your lifejacket and grab your paddle before hitting the choppy waters of the Adige River. This gentle descent is a great way to admire Verona from a completely different angle.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening in Venice with a combined aperitivo tour and ghost tour. Visit three different 'bacari' (Venetian wine bars) for a glass of wine and appetizer at each one, experiencing Venice like a local. Then hear some of the city's most alluring ghost stories, legends and mysteries as you walk through a darkened Venice. It's a 3.5-hour tour you won't soon forget.

Explore the hidden corners of Venice on a 2.5-hour walking tour and benefit from local knowledge. You'll stroll with a small group to the city square of Campo Santa Margherita, see the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and visit the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. Then cross the Rialto Bridge and walk past the Marco Polo House to St. Marc's Square. Upgrade for a private tour.

Explore the narrow streets and top sights of Venice with this 2-hour small-group walking tour including St Mark's Basilica. Marvel at the spectacular mosaics inside St Mark's. Learn about the history of the Rialto Bridge. Wander through the meandering alleys of the canal city with your knowledgeable guide leading the way.

Discover the ancient history and romantic legends of Verona on a private, 2-hour walking tour. Stroll through the enchanting squares and winding backstreets of the UNESCO-listed old city with a guide, who will reveal the stories and secrets behind its most important monuments. From an ancient Roman amphitheater to Juliet's Balcony, follow a customized itinerary to see why Verona has inspired countless love stories, family feuds, and artists throughout the centuries.

Discover Venice's hidden neighborhoods and maritime history on a 2-hour Castello and Venetian Ships Pavilion walking tour. With an expert guide, explore the charming Castello district for glimpses into the real city. Learn about everyday life here in the squares and 'calli' (streets) and then visit the Arsenale, Venice's shipbuilding powerhouse during the Middle Ages. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the Ships Pavilion, the 16th-century oar workshop and storage facilities, and admire the collection of ships, including ceremonial barges and warships. Numbers are limited to 15 for a more intimate atmosphere.

Explore romantic Verona on two wheels on this relaxed 3-hour bike tour. Stop at Verona's main sights, such as an ancient Roman bridge over the Adige River, two Roman theaters, the old city walls, and even Juliet's House - made famous by Shakespeare's tragic play, 'Romeo and Juliet.' Climb to the top of Castel San Pietro for excellent views overlooking this picturesque city. As you pedal through the UNESCO-listed historic center of Verona, hear stories of the city's history, art, and architecture. Group size is limited to eight, making for a more intimate tour.

Get views of Venice's most important landmarks during this 2-hour morning walking tour. As the city and its scenic canals awake for the day, pass Venetian highlights like the Doge's Palace, St Mark's Square and Campo Santa Maria Formosa. Listen to your guide's commentary about these famous locations, as well as little-known facts about some of the city's hidden gems. Use of personal headsets to hear your guide clearly is included.

Step off the well-trodden path in Venice for a peek into the real life of the city. During this 1.5-hour walking tour, your in-the-know guide will show you some of the hidden corners of this famous city and teach you about what life is like for locals. Headsets included to hear your guide clearly.

Short on time but want to learn about Venice? Take an express walking tour of the city and discover its highlights and hidden gems with a local guide. After starting with St. Mark's Square and the basilica, you'll hear tales of the Venetian Republic and Marco Polo as you stroll to the Doge's Palace, Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Teatro Malibran, and Le Mercerie shops.

Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Palace of Versailles to avoid the often-long queues. Explore the opulent palace and expansive gardens, and - in the summer - take in the optional Versailles Fountain Show. This is a great way to see this must-see attraction outside Paris.

Capture the essence of historic Charleston on this guided tour of the French Quarter and South of Broad districts with a licensed (and local) tour guide. Fans of the book Very Charleston walk by wrought iron fences and hidden alleyway gardens taken right from the pages, while those who haven't read it glean first-hand knowledge about the Holy City's history and culture as they walk.

Explore the seductive side of Venice with a private tour of Casanova sites in this romantic city. Follow in the footsteps of one of the most famous personalities to ever live in Venice. Visit places in the city where real events in his life took place, including the Rialto Market. Learn about 18th century Venetian history from your knowledgeable guide as you go.

Climb deep into the Todra Gorge on a full-day High Atlas hiking and mountaineering trip with a local guide. Clip into fixed gear on a multi-pitch, 'via cordata' climbing route that scales the 'Ridge of the Rising Sun,' and top out with stunning views of red rock cliffs and rolling sand. Meet local people in a nomadic encampment and follow a scenic footpath through Morocco's most stunning canyon.

Explore the unmatched opulence of Versailles in down-to-earth style on a full-day bike tour from Paris. Ride the train from the capital with a guide, then take a two-wheeled tour among canals and leafy boulevards to see outlying attractions many visitors miss, including the Queen's Hamlet and Petite Trianon. Enjoy a French-style picnic in the famous gardens, and skip the line at the grand palace to access exclusive sections of King Louis XIV's apartments, plus decadent highlights like the Hall of Mirrors and Marie Antoinette's chambers.

Explore the famous sites and hidden charms of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city's canals on an iconic gondola. Follow your local guide through a romantic maze of surrounding backstreets to discover some of Venice's lesser-known gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.

Take a moonlight tour of Verona and explore the city in the calmer evening hours with a guide. After leaving Piazza Erbe, you'll stroll around Verona's romantic alleyways and streets, listening to stories about the poets, painters, and dreamers who have fallen for the city's charms. See the Lovers' Well (Pozzo dell'Amore), Porta Borsari, and the Castelvecchio, and leave the tour armed with tips for the best wine bars in town.

Get familiar with wonderful Verona, an eye-pleasing ancient city that offers churches and palaces, squares and cobblestoned streets. This 2.5-hour guided tour gives you an in depth look at Verona and takes you to the city's most treasured site: the Arena di Verona, a beautifully preserved arena that is nearly 2,000 years old. Learn about the long history of the city and its famous arena (which still holds concert in it today). Numbers are limited to 12 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Discover a different side of Venice away from the crowds on this 4-hour bike tour through the countryside. Travel outside the city with a guide and small group to cycle through charming villages and along beautiful country roads. Follow the Brenta River, passing historic estates like Villa Foscari in Malcontenta and the former summer homes of the Venetian Doges, and soak up local culture with a lunch stop in the town of Doro.