VIP & Luxury · FOOD
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 food experiences worth the premium, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Explore Soho’s international food scene, cocktails, music history, and Chinatown on this intimate three-and-a-half-hour London tour.
“Our guide Bel was wonderful. She was extremely engaging and knowledgeable of the area. The food and drinks were excellent. It was fun sampling food from different cultures. Definitely recommend.”
Explore Edinburgh’s West End, New Town, and Old Town through a private food and whisky tour with local stories, generous tastings, and hotel pickup.
“Enjoyed the tastings and whiskeys. Our guide was full of knowledge and history of Edinburgh. Definitely recommend!!!”
Taste Roman classics, sip prosecco, and tour Trastevere, Testaccio, and the Jewish Ghetto by golf cart on this small-group food tour.
“Can’t say enough good things about Gabriel and our tour. It took us to parts of Rome we wouldn’t have seen otherwise, we learned a lot, drank a lot, and ate a ton. It was awesome.”
Review of a private luxury felucca on the Nile near Giza, with hotel transfers, Egyptian food, dessert, drinks, and romantic extras.
“When you come to Egypt you of course have to take a ride in the Nile River and that is what we did. We had a great breakfast (very complete with a lot of variety). Mohamed the driver picked us on time at our hotel and drove us to the FeluRead more”
Explore Soho after dark with tacos, dumplings, cocktails, pub fare, music history, and a small group capped at 10 people.
“our guide Jay was so interesting and the food and drink samples were so delicious! Was a great introduction to Soho!”
Review of Dubai’s Calypso sunset cruise, with Marina, Palm and Burj Al Arab views, food, drinks, practical tips and honest value advice.
“amazing cruise and had a brilliant experience with the staff was amazing would definitely come bsck on this cruise when we come back to dubai”
Sail from Cephalonia to Ithaca for three clear-water swims, Greek food, wine, snorkeling, and a small-group day at sea.
“Awesome relaxing day on the boat, had three stops and lovely food and wine. Crew provided snorkeling gear and a paddle board to use. Thanks so much!”
Review of Hartbeespoort Dam’s two-hour Alba luxury cruise, with sparkling wine, gourmet finger foods, mountain views, practical tips, and value advice.
“I loved the smooth sailing ,good music was played and i enjoyed beautiful scenery.”
Review of Nile Navigators’ $20 Giza tour with private pickup, pyramid history, camel ride, koshari, photos, and practical booking advice.
“Amazing tour guide. Very knowledgeable about everything. Everyone seemed to know him too. He catered to our needs and made everything alot better. I would highly recommend this tour. He is good at taking photos too!”
A small-group Ginza food tour pairing omakase sushi, tempura, four drinks, and an English-speaking guide for $130.
“Suzy was a wonderful tour guide! The tour was just my family. The sushi we had were delicious and so fresh! The sushi chef was very friendly as well! We also really enjoyed the tempura restaurant! All the pieces were lightly battered and fried to perfection! We really enjoyed this experience! So worth! Highly recommended!”
Review of a Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave kayaking, Titop Island, lunch, and sunset views.
“The guide were professional and explained to us about Ha long bay and its attraction. The cruise is also good and the food sortiment is ok. The problem was in transportation which delayed for 1:30 hours.”
Review of Cairo’s $14 private Giza tour, with pyramid and Sphinx visits, Egyptian food, hotel transport, guide tips, and key booking cautions.
“Fantastic experience with guide Ehab and our driver Osama. We saw everything in the Pyramid area and had a lovely day! Guide Ehab allowed us enough time to roam around the area and go into the pyramid. Absolutely breathtaking, in spite of it being the second time for Read more”
Taste Italian cheeses, meats, breads, desserts, and five wines in a 2,000-year-old Trastevere cellar for $59.
“Eine kulinarische Reise durch ganz Italien mit verschiedenen Weinen, Käsesorten und vielem mehr. Am besten gefallen haben uns die ausführlichen Erklärungen unserer Gastgeber.”
Taste Cypriot craft beer, explore village life, and enjoy a traditional taverna meal on a five-hour small-group tour from Ayia Napa.
“Brilliant - we loved it. Lovely trip to the brewery in the Land Rover hearing lots of local information (and stopping for a drink of Caoab). Great time at the Brewery with other like minded beer lovers, finished off with a great meal in a local restaurant. Perfect few hours. Thank you”
Review of Vancouver’s VIP Gastown food tour, with three courses, drink pairings, local stories, cocktail making, price advice, and practical tips.
“Well executed and informative, great selection of food and drinks.”
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