Volcano Days · VIP

15 VIP Experiences to Build a Day Around

24 tours  ·  from $12 a head

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

Sharm El-Sheikh: Luxury Ras Mohammed & White Island Cruise - Leaving Watanya Marina for the national park
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Sharm El-Sheikh: Luxury Ras Mohammed & White Island Cruise

1.Sharm El-Sheikh: Luxury Ras Mohammed & White Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,462 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $33Our pick

Sail from Watanya Marina to Ras Mohammed with guides such as Mohammed, Islam, and Mido. Enjoy two guided snorkeling stops, White Island, an open buffet lunch, drinks, and a modern boat. Hotel pickup is optional, and the $5 marina fee is extra unless prepaid.

“Well organised safety was paramount. The crew were very attentive. The snorkelling was amazing and outstanding in every way. An experience never to be forgotten.”

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Ras Mohamed & White Island luxury Yacht Trip Sharm el Sheikh - The one-hour cruise along the Sinai coast
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Ras Mohamed & White Island luxury Yacht Trip Sharm el Sheikh

2.Ras Mohamed & White Island luxury Yacht Trip Sharm el Sheikh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 997 reviews · from $25

Cruise from Sharm el Sheikh to Ras Mohamed National Park and White Island on a yacht, with two guided snorkeling stops, a buffet lunch, soft drinks, and an optional 15-minute introductory scuba session. Ahmed is one instructor singled out for patient help. Hotel pickup and return are included.

“This tour was amazing. Really well organised and very friendly staff. We had a hotel pickup with good communication, then they took us to the marina and we boarded the yacht. I was with my nephews, one is a baby, and the staff were extremely helpful with them. I tried scRead more”

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From Puerto de la Cruz: Teide and Masca VIP Tour - Starting in Puerto de la Cruz and crossing the Orotava Valley
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From Puerto de la Cruz: Teide and Masca VIP Tour

3.From Puerto de la Cruz: Teide and Masca VIP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 706 reviews · 8 hours · from $99

Travel from Puerto de la Cruz to Teide National Park and Masca in a small-group 4WD vehicle, with hotel pickup, lunch, and guiding in five languages. Guides such as Neil, Alex, Kai, Juan, and Frank are praised for safe driving, local history, and clear explanations of Tenerife’s volcanoes.

“Very very interesting, the guide in english was extraordinary, many informations about everything. The lunch was great, Masca & Teide ertraordinary. I highly recomand!”

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Snorkeling trip to Ras Mohamed & The White Island aboard Luxury Yacht - White Island and the Red Sea sandbar
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Snorkeling trip to Ras Mohamed & The White Island aboard Luxury Yacht

4.Snorkeling trip to Ras Mohamed & The White Island aboard Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 479 reviews · from $70Top rated

You’ll sail from Sharm el Sheikh to Ras Mohamed National Park and White Island on a spacious yacht, with one or two snorkeling stops, a seafood buffet, drinks, hotel transfers, and playful water activities. Bring or rent snorkeling gear, and confirm pickup and any VIP extras before departure.

“The tour we received was not the tour we booked. The initial hotel pick up was late and in doing so we endured a speeding scary ride to the port, including double backing for nearly 40minutes. We specifically booked this tour as it was advertised with an English tour guide, Read more”

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Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat - Ras Mohammed National Park and its coral reefs
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Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat

5.Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $35

Sail from Sharm el Sheikh to Ras Mohammed National Park and White Island for guided snorkeling, coral reefs, colorful fish, a cooked lunch, and free drinks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but the €5 park fee and snorkeling equipment cost extra.

“We had a great time with the crew, fantastic service and memories. Lots of fun dancing, diving and snorkelling.”

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VIP -White Island & Ras Mohamed Snorkel Excursion - Three stops around Ras Mohamed
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VIP -White Island & Ras Mohamed Snorkel Excursion

6.VIP -White Island & Ras Mohamed Snorkel Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · from $81

Set out from Sharm el Sheikh around 8:00 am on a large three-tier boat for three Red Sea stops, including White Island and Stingray Station. Snorkel with guides such as Mohamed Mahmoud, Khaled Shabben, or Mamdouh Mohammed, then enjoy a BBQ lunch, drinks, and air-conditioned seating.

“Amazing experience, had the best time the staff was very friendly and supportive. Snorkelling was amazing with the guide Mohammad Mahmoud. He was very encouraging and helped people overcome their fear of the ocean.”

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Santorini: Caldera Luxury Catamaran Cruise w/ Meal & Drinks - From your hotel to Vlichada Marina
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Santorini: Caldera Luxury Catamaran Cruise w/ Meal & Drinks

7.Santorini: Caldera Luxury Catamaran Cruise w/ Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 237 reviews · 5 hours · from $148

Sail from Vlichada Marina to Santorini’s Red, White, and Mesa Pigadia beaches, Nea Kameni, and the Akrotiri Lighthouse. You’ll swim, snorkel, eat a fresh Greek barbecue, and enjoy unlimited local wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. Choose a morning or sunset departure.

“Amazing time! Thank you so much for such a wonderful day! The best way to see the sunset in Santorini!”

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Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings - Reaching the Māori rock carvings at Mine Bay
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Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings

8.Lake Taupo: Luxury Sailing Catamaran to Māori Rock Carvings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 234 reviews · 2h 30m · from $41

Sail Lake Taupō aboard Tiua, a 53-foot catamaran with indoor and covered outdoor seating. Your English-speaking crew takes you to the Māori rock carvings, shares their cultural background, and stops for a swim. A drink is included, with snacks and more drinks available at the licensed bar.

“We had such a great time aboard this boat! The guides were great and it was a nice relaxing trip around lake Taupō. Highly recommend this activity whilst you’re there as it is really great value for money and good for all ages.”

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From Tokyo: Mt Fuji Private Day Tour In Luxury Land Cruiser - Leaving Tokyo in a private SUV
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From Tokyo: Mt Fuji Private Day Tour In Luxury Land Cruiser

9.From Tokyo: Mt Fuji Private Day Tour In Luxury Land Cruiser

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 168 reviews · 10 hours - 1 day

Spend about 10 to 11 hours exploring the Mt. Fuji area in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver such as Ali, Sarfraz, Bilal, or Asif. Visit Chureito Pagoda, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchi, shrines, and optional shopping stops, with time to adjust the day to your group.

“Ali Ahmed was the nicest, best driver around and should really recommend him to anyone coming to Japan”

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Puerto Cruz: VIP Teide Sunset & Stars, Guachiche Lunch+Cava - La Orotava brings history before the high country
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Puerto Cruz: VIP Teide Sunset & Stars, Guachiche Lunch+Cava

10.Puerto Cruz: VIP Teide Sunset & Stars, Guachiche Lunch+Cava

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 91 reviews · 7 hours · from $112

Join Manolo and a maximum of eight people for a seven-hour Teide outing from Puerto de la Cruz. You’ll eat at Guachinche El Cubano, visit La Orotava and volcanic viewpoints, watch sunset at 2,100 meters, and stargaze in Teide National Park.

“Absolutely fantastic trip. Great lunch, there was no queuing as we had a reserved area with great views. Plenty of tasty food and wine that was very local. Plenty of stops, great scenery and never felt rushed. The sunset was amazing and watched with a glass or two of bubbles. This was then followed by the night sky, breath taking. We were dropped off close to our hotels. Our driver was informative, friendly and polite. I don't like crowds and this trip was perfect.”

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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th St, Gotemba & Hakone by Luxury Bus - Mt. Fuji’s Fifth Station and the chance of a cloud sea
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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th St, Gotemba & Hakone by Luxury Bus

11.Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th St, Gotemba & Hakone by Luxury Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · 12 hours · from $93

Leave Shinjuku by luxury coach for Mt. Fuji’s Fifth Station, Gotemba Premium Outlets, and Hakone. You’ll ride the ropeway over Ōwakudani Valley and cruise Lake Ashinoko on a pirate ship. Guides such as Yui, Yoko, and Ayumi have led recent departures, with English support available by interpreter device.

“The trip was amazing with a tour guide who is funny and caring as well”

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Tbilisi: Luxury Sulfur Bath Ritual with Pickup & Wine - Pickup, meeting point, and the short ride into Abanotubani
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Tbilisi: Luxury Sulfur Bath Ritual with Pickup & Wine

12.Tbilisi: Luxury Sulfur Bath Ritual with Pickup & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $12Best value

Meet hosts such as Lily, Niklaus, George, or Fantastico for a private sulfur bath in Tbilisi’s Abanotubani district. Choose a traditional or renovated room, soak in 40 to 45°C mineral water, sip Georgian wine or tea, and add a kisa scrub or massage.

“Me my friend ala had one of the best experience everything was perfect thanks for Mr Magnifico Thankyou”

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Pacaya Volcano Luxury Sunset Horseback Riding Tour/ Dinner Cooked by-Lava Chef - A private guide makes the ride easier
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Pacaya Volcano Luxury Sunset Horseback Riding Tour/ Dinner Cooked by-Lava Chef

13.Pacaya Volcano Luxury Sunset Horseback Riding Tour/ Dinner Cooked by-Lava Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $335

Ride a Guatemalan horse with your own cowboy guide toward Pacaya Volcano, then enjoy marshmallows, lava-coal pizza, wine, cushions, and sunset views. Guides such as David, Marlo, and Lori add local stories, while proceeds support Soul Shine Horse Rescue.

“Wonderful experience! My twin and I booked the early 8:30am tour and were greeted at our hotel by David. The ride over was stunning and the experience as a whole was a once and a lifetime adventure. The whole process was smooth and the ride up was very smooth and stress free, even for beginners. We ate pizza wine at the top which added to the fun. 10/10 recommend!”

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Rotorua: Lakefront Hot Springs & Spa - Luxury Māori Wellness - Starting with Te Hirihiri at the mauri stone
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Rotorua: Lakefront Hot Springs & Spa – Luxury Māori Wellness

14.Rotorua: Lakefront Hot Springs & Spa – Luxury Māori Wellness

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 58 reviews · 2 hours · from $104

At Wai Ariki on Lake Rotorua’s foreshore, you’ll move through waterfall showers, saunas, hot and cold pools, hydrotherapy, geothermal mud, and steam. The two-hour Wai Whakaora journey includes Māori blessings, stories linked to Ngāti Whakaue traditions, robes, towels, and views toward Mokoia Island.

“A heartfelt thank you to the entire team for creating such a wonderful atmosphere, with special appreciation to Athena, who consistently goes the extra mile to make every guest’s experience exceptional. Definitely worth a visit if you’re visiting Rotorua”

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Day Tour Hobbiton + Rotorua from Auckland in Luxury Minibus - Te Puia brings food, Māori culture, and geothermal sights
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Day Tour Hobbiton + Rotorua from Auckland in Luxury Minibus

15.Day Tour Hobbiton + Rotorua from Auckland in Luxury Minibus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $312

Travel from Auckland to Hobbiton and Rotorua in a small luxury minibus with hotel pickup, live commentary, and guides such as Chris, Darryl, Louise, and Mata. Tour Hobbiton, eat lunch at Te Puia, see Māori arts, geysers, kiwi habitat, and Lake Rotorua, then return to Auckland or stay in Rotorua.

“It was an amazing trip to the Hobbiton movie sets and we enjoyed every bit of it. Thr rotorua trip was good but felt like we could see more. It was too short and not worth the money. The coach drivers were very kind and good. Will definetly recommend the Hobbiton tour.”

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★ 4.9Tokyo: Mount Fuji, Gotemba & Hakone Day Trip by Luxury BusFrom $709 reviews
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