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Tuscany from Florence, the Atlas from Marrakech, the four islands from Krabi. These 15 are the days out travellers come home talking about, grouped by price and by how long the road really is.

Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery - Siena, from banking power to the Palio
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Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

1.Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21,634 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $114Our pick

Meet Walkabout Florence Tours near Santa Maria Novella at 7:45am for an 8am departure. A professional English-speaking guide leads you through Siena, a Chianti winery lunch and tasting, San Gimignano, and Pisa. Expect a full 11 to 12 hours, plenty of walking, and optional Leaning Tower tickets.

“Beautiful scenery. The history and culture make this a must do excursion. This tour has encouraged me to return to return and spend an extended time in these lovely towns. The transportation was comfortable and timely. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend this tour and would take it again.”

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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken Day Trip - Zaanse Schans and the windmills
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From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken Day Trip

2.From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 18,501 reviews · 5h 30m · from $34

Leave Amsterdam by air-conditioned bus for Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken. Expect windmills, cheese tasting, clog-making, countryside views, and lively guides such as Diana, Susana, and Esmeralda. Choose the all-inclusive option for the Marken Express, a working windmill, and Woltje’s Bakery.

“Great trip. Your guide Dyana was wonderful and knowledgeable. The timing at stops was perfect.”

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From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip - Meeting at Karlsplatz and settling into the coach
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From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip

3.From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14,646 reviews · 10h 30m · from $94

Travel from Munich to Linderhof, Hohenschwangau, and Neuschwanstein on a 10.5-hour coach tour. Expect clear guidance, prearranged castle entry, time for lunch and photos, and a visit to Marienbrücke when weather allows. English, German, and optional audio commentary are available.

“Both the tour guide and bus driver were very friendly and knowledgeable. Faizan was a very very good tour guide.”

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Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Daytrip - Riding from Lisbon to Sintra
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Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Daytrip

4.Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Daytrip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,981 reviews · from $91

Join Tugatrips Tours for an 8-hour trip from Lisbon to Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais. Guides such as Hugo, João, Inês, Rodrigo, and Paolo bring history and local tips to the route. Choose a shared van or private option, with palace gardens or interior access depending on your ticket.

“Susana is an excellent guide An’s we have enjoyed a lot . Share shared a lot of information while on the trip . Go ahead”

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Florence: Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch - Getting to the meeting point in Florence
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Florence: Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch

5.Florence: Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,771 reviews · 12 - 12.5 hours · from $58

Spend 12 hours touring Tuscany by coach, with free time in Pisa and San Gimignano, an English guided walk in Siena, and a winery lunch in Chianti. Guides such as Val, Luca, Leonardo, and Alessio have been praised for clear explanations and friendly help. Choose from transport-only or lunch-and-tour options.

“It was excellent. Fiama and Andre were very good. Very well planned. Guides were very helpful. They took care of all. Very clear instructions.Would recommend this tour to all visiting Florence .The itinerary was good. Covered all important places to visit.My family enjoyed the trip a lot. The guides also made the experience joyful”

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From marrakech : Day trip to Ouarzazate and Ait benhaddou - Tizi n’Tichka at 2,260 meters
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From Marrakech: Day Trip to Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou

6.From Marrakech: Day Trip to Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,447 reviews · 11 - 12 hours · from $21

Travel from Marrakech across the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate in an air-conditioned van. Expect a long day, mountain roads, a guided kasbah visit, Atlas Film Studios, and plenty of scenery. Guides such as Ilyas, Fatima, Oussama, and Hamada are often praised for clear explanations and warm service.

“Mohammed and Morad gave a full local experience of the area of Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou. Very knowledgeable about local culture, customs, language and much more. Me and my group of friends had a great time discovering this side of Morocco.”

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Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa - Manarola, the First Taste of Cinque Terre
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Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

7.Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,486 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $66

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre by comfortable coach, then choose a guided coastal hike or train-based exploring. See Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso, and Riomaggiore, with a weather-dependent boat ride. A Pisa option visits three villages without hiking.

“Incredible first trip to Europe with my mom and daughter! Tour guides Naomi and Chris were amazing, knowledgeable and kind.”

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From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent - Bruges: canals, begijnhof lanes, and the Belfry
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From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent

8.From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,353 reviews · 10h 30m · from $55

Travel from central Brussels to Bruges and Ghent with a live English or Spanish-speaking guide. See canals, the Begijnhof, Belfry, Saint Bavo Cathedral, Graslei, and more, with guided walks plus free time for lunch, photos, and local treats.

“Our day trip was awesome! Sabrina was a fantastic tour guide! Friendly and concise, she gave lots of interesting information and we never got bored. Her suggestions for shopping and meals were very good. It was a nice and enjoyable program, and both cities were wonderful! If you get Sabrina, you’re sure to have a fantastic time!”

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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip - Meeting at Metaxourghio and leaving Athens
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Athens: Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

9.Cape Sounion & Poseidon Temple Sunset Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,241 reviews · 5h 30m · from $23

Travel from central Athens to Cape Sounion with an English-speaking archaeologist guide such as Angelina, Lydia, or Dimitra. Enjoy coastal views, free time at Poseidon’s Temple, an audio-guide app, and sunset over the Aegean. Bring a jacket, headphones, and about €20 for entry.

“It was great! Aggelina our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the site, and also told us lots of Greek myths and stories on the way there and back. The sunset was beautiful!!”

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From Marrakesh: Essaouira Full-Day Trip - The road west through argan country
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From Marrakesh: Essaouira Full-Day Trip

10.From Marrakesh: Essaouira Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,137 reviews · from $20

Travel from Marrakesh to Essaouira in an air-conditioned minibus with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and an English, French, Spanish, or Arabic-speaking escort. Visit an argan oil cooperative, then enjoy about five hours to explore the port, medina, ramparts, seafood stalls, and beach at your own pace.

“We had a wonderful day trip to Essaouira - the perfect escape from busy Marrakech. The cooler seaside weather, artsy streets, and fresh seafood made it a real highlight. Our guide Moha gave us great tips, and our driver Bouja made the journey comfortable and safe. The balance of guided info and free time was just right, and everything was well organized. Great value for money, I highly recommended!”

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From Dubrovnik: Mostar and Kravica Waterfall Day Trip - Pickup from Dubrovnik, Mlini, or Cavtat
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From Dubrovnik: Mostar and Kravica Waterfall Day Trip

11.From Dubrovnik: Mostar and Kravica Waterfall Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,228 reviews · 11 - 12 hours · from $35

Join an English-speaking guide such as TJ, Carmela, Maria, or Oli for a 11 to 12-hour trip from Dubrovnik to Mostar and Kravica Waterfall. Expect a 30-minute Mostar walking tour, 2.5 hours of free time, scenic roads, border checks, and a possible swim.

“Fantastic day trip to Bosnia & Herzegovina! This was a wonderful excursion with Select Dubrovnik – a very professional and reliable local agency! Both Mostar and the Kravice Waterfalls are absolutely stunning and well worth the drive. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and very attentive, and the driver was great as well. Yes, it’s a long day on the road, but totally worth it! I also did a day trip to Montenegro with the same agency, and that one was just as fantastic. Highly recommended!”

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Zurich: Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip - The countryside route into the Bernese Oberland
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Zurich: Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip

12.Zurich: Grindelwald, Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,123 reviews · 12 hours · from $140

From Zurich, spend a full day in the Bernese Oberland with a multilingual guide such as Renate, Monica, or Verena. See Lauterbrunnen’s waterfalls, explore Grindelwald, and choose optional First activities. The $140 price covers transport and guiding, but cable cars, food, and activities cost extra.

“Dispite of the snowy weather, the Alps are still sublime. Our tour guides and driver made sure the trip was a smooth experience.”

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From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Highlands Day Trip - Leaving Edinburgh for Callander
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From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Highlands Day Trip

13.From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Highlands Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,067 reviews · 12 hours · from $66

Travel from Edinburgh to Glencoe, Fort William, and Glenfinnan Viaduct with a live English-speaking guide such as Adam, Morag, or Mark. Expect long scenic drives, Harry Potter film sites, Scottish history, photo stops, and a 75-minute Glenfinnan visit. The Jacobite train is not included.

“Brilliant!! From beginning to end, Lee is the best guide. Friendly, funny and a wealth of information. Emma is the best driver. Safe, smooth and pleasant. Highly recommend”

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From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento Day Trip - The Rome meeting point and the long ride south
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From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento Day Trip

14.From Rome: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,031 reviews · 12 - 13 hours · from $79

You’ll travel by air-conditioned coach from Piazza del Popolo to Pompeii, where an archaeologist leads a 90-minute tour. Then enjoy Amalfi Coast views, two hours in Sorrento, and a limoncello tasting. Guides such as Natascia, Laura, Marius, and Barbara are praised for clear directions, humor, and helpful Italy tips.

“A great experience! Viviana is considerate, genuinely very professional. So is the Pompeii local guide. An eye-opening trip. The only downside is Amalfi Coast: if it is impossible to make it happen, just get it off the list.”

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Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon - Sintra’s historic center and local pastries
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Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

15.Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,018 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $60

Travel from Lisbon in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking guide to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, Guincho Beach, and Cascais. Choose whether palace tickets are included. Guides such as Joao, Orlando, Fabio, and Ana add local history and practical tips.

“The guide, Orlando, was excellent. But I was pretty disappointed to learn that the 21 euros or so I paid extra for the Park palace tickets was a total ripoff. The guide knew nothing about this and I was the only one who brought it up. Otherwise a good day for the money but those tickets were outright fraud. Until I get refunded for those I’m gonna have to recommend staying away from this one.”

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