Top Europe Unique Experiences - page 20

Take a break from the crowds in Florence and experience a Tuscan culinary tradition on this exclusive truffle hunt adventure from Florence. Travel by coach to the hilly landscape surrounding San Miniato, a Tuscan town famous for its delectable truffles. With the help of an experienced hunter and his trusty dog, make your way through the woodland, scanning the earth for this regional specialty. Afterward, reward your search with a 2-course lunch in Chianti, including a wine tasting and truffle pasta.

Experience an authentic hands-on Italian cooking class in Bari during this small-group experience. Learn how to make pasta from start to finish using the proper ingredients and techniques. Then create a delicious pasta dish with help from your host and sit down to a Puglian feast featuring local wine, antipasti, handmade pasta dishes, and desserts.

Discover the flavors of Tuscany on a small-group tour through the stunning Chianti wine region. Visit three handpicked boutique wineries, savor exceptional Chianti and Super Tuscan wines, and enjoy a delicious three-course Tuscan lunch. Learn about winemaking and taste local Extra Virgin Olive Oil, all while traveling in comfort in a climate-controlled minivan.

Secure your spot on this popular evening Bosphorus cruise—one of the best ways to see the city of Istanbul—as it often sells out. Step aboard for nighttime views of Istanbul’s illuminated landmarks, including the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and the Blue Mosque. Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner with drinks and live entertainment, with hotel pickup included for a seamless experience.

Discover the northernmost point in continental Europe, North Cape, without missing a thing on a VIP small-group tour. Sit back and take in the scenery as you are driven through arctic landscapes, with the chance to spot reindeer and birds. Learn about the area's fishing history at Nordvågen fishing village and factory, with tastings so you'll leave feeling like a pro. Plus, head to a 360-degree viewpoint to capture perfect photos to remember the experience by.

Spend the day immersed in Bohemia’s wine-producing region on this private tour from Prague. With a guide providing personalized attention, visit three local wineries for tastings led by the winemakers. Refuel with a 2-course lunch of local Czech specialties. Enjoy the ability to travel at your own pace and admire the scenic countryside en route, plus a visit to a beautiful chateau.

Experience time in the great outdoors of Lapland on this exciting snowmobile safari. Save time planning transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day with snowmobile adventure, and a delicious campfire barbecue lunch in the Arctic wilderness of Kota included. No need to worry about navigating, as a guide will lead the way. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.

Beer lovers need look no further than this intimate craft beer tour of Barcelona's diverse brewing scene. Join your guide and no more than nine other travelers to step behind the scenes of a local independent brewhouse, meet the brewer, learn about brewing and sample beers. Then visit three separate craft beer bars and enjoy a large glass of beer in each venue.

Getting to know a new city isn’t just about seeing its sights but meeting its people. With this private custom Oslo tour, connect with a local for a real feel of the city they love. Share your interests with your friend-in-the-making before meeting for a walking tour that delivers a personalized and authentic take on the city: from pointers on restaurants to finding little-known sights and ways to get around.

Explore the scenic streets of Saint-Germain-des Prés in the sweetest way possible. This family-friendly pastry and chocolate tour features a treasure hunt and several tastings. Visit the oldest chocolate shop in Paris, choose from a wide variety of macaron flavors, sample salted butter caramel, and end with delicious ice cream or hot chocolate, depending on the season.

Optimize your time in Rome and cover the city's major sights, plus unveil the secrets to making authentic Roman pizza, during this walking tour that combines culture and cuisine in just a few hours. Skip the hassle of following a map and admire attractions from the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps to Piazza Navona with a guide, enjoying commentary about the local history and architecture as you stroll. Then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on pizza-making class at a nearby restaurant, feasting on your handiwork for either lunch or dinner.

Immerse yourself in Lapland’s winter landscape on a snowmobile tour along the river Ivalo, deep in the Finnish wilderness. Keep warm with a camp lunch and thermal equipment provided, and keep safe as you zoom along frozen trails under the supervision of a guide. Included pickup from nearby hotels ensures hassle-free access to the rural location.

Italy’s Piedmont region is known as a gastronomic capital. On this private tour, you won’t just get to taste some of its most famous culinary products—you’ll go behind the scenes and see how they’re produced. First, join a truffle hunter and his dog on a walk, and see if you unearth any treasures. Then, transfer to a family-run winery, where you’ll learn how wine is made and enjoy samples of Barolo. Note: occasionally, the truffle hunt may be shared with a few other guests, in order to preserve the delicate environment where truffles grow, endangered by the recent climate changes

Macarons are a popular Paris delicacy—but they can be challenging to make on your own. Instead, learn the secrets of macaron baking from a French pastry chef, all thanks to this hands-on, small-group cooking class. After donning your apron, listen as your instructor guides you through every step of the baking process. Discover the secrets behind the colorful treats—and then take a box of your homemade macarons home at the end of class.

Get to know Lisbon like a local during a private tour tailored entirely to you. Whether it’s your first time in the city or you just want a deeper, more authentic experience, your host creates a personalized itinerary based on your interests—from iconic landmarks to tucked-away treasures you won’t find in any guidebook. Explore at your own pace, with no waiting on big tour groups or fixed routes. Discover must-see sights, cool hidden spots, local street food markets, and restaurants or bars that match your interests and budget. It’s the perfect way to kickstart your Lisbon adventure and get insider tips for the rest of your stay.

Explore some of Portugal’s most historic cities on this full-day private tour from Lisbon. Discover the religious city of Fatima and learn the stories of the Virgin Mary’s apparition, visit the UNESCO-listed Monastery of Batalha, see the massive waves at the small fishing village of Nazare, and end the tour in the quaint medieval city of Obidos. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off for a seamless experience.

Check off London’s most famous landmarks and lesser-known sights on a private tour by traditional black cab. Rather than getting off at the wrong tube stop or jostling the land-based crowds, cruise past the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and other top attractions. Then, head off the beaten path in search of hidden places that most travelers miss.

Explore some of Armenia's most fascinating sights on a day trip from the capital, without the hassle of planning logistics. This private tour transports you directly from Yerevan to such highlights as the Armenian Alphabet Mountain where where giant stone letters are to Armenia's alphabet; Lake Kari on the slopes of Mount Aragats, and Amberd, a seventh-century fortress.

Combine a snowmobile ride through the Finnish wilderness and a visit to a local husky farm on this tour from Rovaniemi. You probably wouldn't strike out on your own in the snowy forest, but traveling with a guide makes this tour safe and comfortable. Let the guide take care of navigation and provide insightful commentary on an approximately 1 hour snowmobile ride, then head to the husky farm for a husky sleigh ride. You will ride the ATV in pairs (twin riding), with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.

If there’s one dish everyone wishes they could bring home from Italy, it’s fresh egg pasta, a northern Italian signature. Learn how to mix, roll, cut, and cook your own fresh pasta alongside a local chef in a hotel kitchen or another location near Bellagio—then eat it for lunch or dinner along with wine and coffee or tea. With numbers capped at just 10 travelers, you’re sure to master the tricks of the trade.

Taking a hot air balloon over Cappadocia’s fantastical rock formations at dawn is a rite of passage for many visitors to the region. Instead of finding your own way out to the balloon, catch a complimentary transfer straight from your hotel to the balloon launch. Take off early to enjoy remarkable views of the region’s gorges, mountains and fairy chimneys while the sun rises. These balloon rides are popular and have a limited number of places each morning, so make sure to book fast.

Quench your thirst for exploration on this visit to the intriguing wineries near Madrid with a small group. Join your party of no more than eight guests for tastings at two wineries just outside of town, stopping for a tasty 3-course lunch with sublime views of the vineyard beyond. An expert wine guide, luxury minivan transport, wine tastings, 3-course lunch and round-trip transport from your Madrid hotel are included.

Leave the medieval urban ambience of Dubrovnik behind for the day and head to the rugged vineyard-laden Peljesac peninsula on this small-group guided wine-tasting trip. Stop first in the small town of Ston, famed for its 4.3 miles (7 kilometers) of medieval walls and its deliciously fresh oysters. Then make your way deeper onto the peninsula to partake in three wine tastings. Meet the wine makers and learn about why the Peljesac peninsula is an up-and-coming wine region. Later, indulge in a hearty Dalmatian lunch (at own expense) at a local restaurant.

Discover the cultural heart of Crete on this full-day tour of Apokoronas from Chania. Learn more about Cretan life, traditions, and handicrafts at the Apokoronas Museum; enjoy wine tasting at the wineries of the White Mountains; and sample local specialties such as rusks, raki, and cheeses; then tuck into a typical Cretan lunch.