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The 15 Best Day Trips with Lunch

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Good day trips with lunch fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

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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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

2.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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Normandy D-Day Sites & Cemetery Day Trip from Paris with Lunch - Utah Beach Museum brings the operation down to human scale
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Normandy D-Day Sites & Cemetery Day Trip from Paris with Lunch

3.Normandy D-Day Sites & Cemetery Day Trip from Paris with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,877 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Paris with an English-speaking guide such as Maja, John, or Sam. Visit Utah Beach Museum, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery, with a two-course lunch and Norman cider included.

“I took this tour recently with my extended family, to include my 3 minor children and my retired career Army infantryman husband. The historical sites were great and it was clear our guide cared about the things that happened there. We loved what we saw and were glad to share that experience with our children. The only negative occurred when we stopped for lunch. Unfortunately it was a big negative and we did need to mention it. When we arrived at the pre-booked and pre-ordered restaurant the only table that could accommodate my family (we were told very rudely by staff) we could not use. We tried to split up…”

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Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Pizza Lunch - Pompeii in two hours: what you actually see
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Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Pizza Lunch

4.Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Pizza Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,151 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

Meet your English-speaking guide at Piazza del Popolo, ride south by air-conditioned coach, and explore Pompeii with an official guide. Add a three-course pizza lunch in Ercolano, then choose a steep Vesuvius crater hike or a geologist-led walk. Guides such as Julia, Angela, and Valentina have earned strong praise.

“Driver was superb to drive on those winding roads. Guide Julia was excellent at giving info and logistics. The Pompeii local guide Elena was very knowledgeable. Lunch was great.”

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Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Pairing - Leaving Florence from Piazzale Montelungo
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Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Pairing

5.Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,006 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $78

Travel from Florence by air-conditioned coach to Siena, San Gimignano, a family winery, and Pisa. Depending on your option, you’ll get a guided Siena walk, a three-course Tuscan lunch with wine, and free time at the Leaning Tower. Guides may include Constantino, Sara, Jacopo, or Sebastiano.

“Amazing day. We had the best time on this tour. The day is long but you see some beautiful places. Perfect if you are only staying in the area for a week.”

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Dubai: Abu Dhabi Day-Trip Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Lunch - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: the day’s essential stop
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Dubai: Abu Dhabi Day-Trip Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Lunch

6.Dubai: Abu Dhabi Day-Trip Grand Mosque, Royal Palace & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,368 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $99

Travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi with a multilingual guide such as Ahmed, Aya, Taj, or Hossam. Visit the Grand Mosque, Qasr Al Watan, Etihad Towers, and Louvre exterior, with optional lunch at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant.

“Our guide Nomi was exceptional and really went above and beyond on our tour, even when there was a miscommunication of pick up times with the tour operator! He was really efficient and super engaging. We had a great time seeing all the sites! :)”

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Rome: Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting - Montepulciano, wine cellars, and hilltop views
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Rome: Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

7.Rome: Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,232 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend 12 hours touring Tuscany from Rome, with guided time in Montepulciano, a farm lunch with regional wines, San Biagio Church, and free time in UNESCO-listed Pienza. Expect a scenic coach ride, walking on steep streets, and a wine tasting that may be brief in a large group.

“The lunch was mediocre at best. 5 measly sips of wine. Probably one glass of wine total. They really needed to have some bottles in the tables. The drive itself was nice and the tour guide was great.”

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From Rome: Pompeii Day Trip with Optional Vesuvius and Lunch - Starting in Rome and settling into the coach
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From Rome: Pompeii Day Trip with Optional Vesuvius and Lunch

8.From Rome: Pompeii Day Trip with Optional Vesuvius and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,067 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $88

Travel from Rome by air-conditioned coach to Pompeii, where an archaeologist guides you through homes, baths, shops, and theaters. Add a Neapolitan lunch and Mount Vesuvius, choosing a crater hike or a gentler geologist-led walk. Guides such as Anna, Enrico, and Valentina have helped make this a friendly, well-organized day.

“Valentina was an amazing host and the whole day ran so smooth. Seeing Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius was on my bucket list and this tour did not disappoint! Amazing all round!”

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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch - Hotel pickup keeps the morning simple
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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

9.Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,812 reviews · 6 hours · from $39

Spend six hours visiting Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Cave Beach by traditional longtail boat. You get snorkeling gear, Thai lunch, fruit, water, hotel pickup, and a guide such as Toy or Luna. Choose a shared trip or a private early morning or sunset departure.

“Well organised. Our tour guide Toy was amazing and made the whole experience great. Fun day”

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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch - The 8:00 am departure from Larissa Station
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Athens: Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

10.Meteora Monasteries Day Trip with Caves and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,670 reviews · 14 hours · from $87

Travel from Athens to Meteora by comfortable coach with local guides Maria or Clement. Visit three monasteries, see all eight from scenic viewpoints, explore the Hermit Caves, and use a free audio guide in 12 languages. Lunch is optional, with 10 Greek dishes and vegan choices.

“Extremely good experience thanks to our guide Cement and our driver. They're so lovely persons. Although some of the roads were blocked due to the strike these days, the journey is quite swift. We spend about 5.5 hours to go from Athens and 5.5 hours back. The travel is long bit We didn't feel any bit of tired, because the monastries and mountains were absolutely stunning and impressive. I recommend this tour to everyone.”

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From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa & Lunch at Winery - Meeting the coach near Santa Maria Novella
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From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa & Lunch at Winery

11.From Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa & Lunch at Winery

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,538 reviews · 12 hours · from $112

Spend 12 hours touring Tuscany by comfortable coach, with guided Siena, free time in San Gimignano and Pisa, and an optional Chianti winery lunch. Guides such as Sara, Alessandro, and Giancarlo are known for lively local insight. Choose the Pisa Tower entry option if you want to go inside.

“We loved the interesting historical facts that Alessandro presented to us. He is an amazing tour guide with a wealth of knowledge to share. He was interesting to listen to and kept us captivated. He’s an exceptional tour guide that kept us on track and didn’t lose anyone.”

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San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting - San Gimignano and the town of towers
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San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

12.San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianti Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,432 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $83

Travel from Florence by air-conditioned coach to San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Siena, and a Chianti winery. You’ll have free time in the medieval towns, a Tuscan lunch with three wines, and optional guided visits to Siena Cathedral and the Piccolomini Library. Guides may include Sandro, Marta, or Ilaria.

“Sandro was great as our guide for all our destinations today! Highly recommend and lucky to get him!”

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Florence: Pisa, Siena, S. Gimignano, Chianti Wine & Lunch - Pisa and the Square of Miracles
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Florence: Pisa, Siena, S. Gimignano, Chianti Wine & Lunch

13.Florence: Pisa, Siena, S. Gimignano, Chianti Wine & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,354 reviews · 12 hours · from $77

Travel from Florence through Tuscany to Pisa, San Gimignano, Chianti, and Siena on a 12-hour guided day trip. You’ll see the Leaning Tower, medieval towers, Piazza del Campo, and Siena Cathedral, with optional lunch, wine tasting, and Siena guiding. Guides such as Marta, Aaron, Sandro, and Federico are praised for clear, friendly commentary.

“Best tour we had in Italy. Well planned saw a lot with plenty of rest. Very happy”

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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch - The speedboat ride from Krabi
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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

14.Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,952 reviews · 6 hours · from $43

Spend six hours exploring Hong Island, Pakbia, Lao Lading, and Hong Lagoon by speedboat. You’ll swim, snorkel, eat lunch, and climb to a 360-degree viewpoint with guides such as Fay, Bayu, Gina, or Payu. Hotel pickup, fruit, water, and snorkeling gear are included.

“We had an amazing trip to the hong islands today the staff were incredible and made the tour. The lunch was lovely and we got enough time in all the different islands”

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Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine - Royal Phuket Marina sets the tone
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Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine

15.Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,295 reviews · from $91

Ride from Phuket to four Phi Phi-area highlights with a guide such as Ray, Sea, or YY. Swim and snorkel at Bamboo Island and Pileh Lagoon, view Maya Bay and Viking Cave, watch monkeys from the boat, and enjoy a seaview buffet lunch. The day suits active visitors who can handle a bumpy speedboat ride.

“I had an amazing time on this tour! Lots of beautiful spots. Would absolutely recommend. And guide Sea aka Beauty was great!”

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