Skip traditional tours: Experience Airbnb's top 6 next-level offerings
Unleash the explorer within and ditch the typical tour for something extraordinary! Why trek the same paths when you can craft pasta with Italian nonnas, journey through French vineyards aboard a vintage sidecar, or trudge through Peru atop a llama?
Airbnb extends beyond booking your lodgings; it's your tickets to one-of-a-kind, local escapades led by gurus who know the destination like the back of their hand. Hankering for an off-the-beaten-path adventure, or just aiming to show off the coolest getaway ever? Read on for six jaw-dropping, exclusively Airbnb experiences that'll make you exclaim, "People actually do this?!?"
1. Craft Pasta with the Italian Nonnas of Palombara 🇮🇹
How about making instead of merely eating pasta? You'll get the chance to do just that in the enchanting medieval village of Palombara, as you roll up your sleeves alongside Nonna Angela, Nonna Lalla, Nonna Renzia, Nonna Gio, and Nonna Marisa to forge ravioli, fettuccine, and farfalle. All while savoring wine and soaking in their heartwarming tales.
This affair transcends mere cooking class - it's a cozy, movie-like rendezvous with Italian cooking. Book your seats here.
2. Llama Trek in Chinchero, Peru 🐫
Hiking becomes otherworldly when accompanied by adorable llamas and alpacas! Set against the breathtaking Chinchero landscape, just an hour from Cusco, this excursion takes you through mountains, valleys, and glaciers, immersing you in indigenous Peruvian culture. Remember to pause for a picnic lunch featuring local delicacies!
This adventure is a perfect match for animal enthusiasts, outdoor fanatics, and those yearning for a unique taste of the Sacred Valley. Book your adventure here.
3. Traditional Tea Ceremony in Kyoto, Japan 🍵
Say sayonara to bustling Kyoto as you embark on a serene, intimate Japanese tea ceremony at Aya's private tea house. Learn the delicate art of matcha preparation, a craft carried down through generations, culminating in an opportunity to try your hand at it. You'll indulge in some of the finest tea in the world.
Book your zen soiree here.
4. Camel Ride in the Atlas Mountains, Morocco 🐫
Step into a cinematic desert escape by escaping Marrakech for a day in the Atlas Mountains. Here, you'll ride majestic camels through the Ourika Valley, sip fresh mint tea in a traditional Berber tent, and behold the stunning UNESCO-listed site of Azrou.
The escapade continues as you traverse the Three Valleys, rub elbows with locals, and enjoy a meal prepared by your host's mother.
Fancy a desert adventure? This one's calling your name.
Book your camel adventure here.
5. Wine, Vines, and Sidecar Ride in Saint-Émilion, France 🇫🇷
Imagine riding through Bordeaux's rolling vineyards on a vintage sidecar, while sipping world-class wine at every stop. That's exactly what awaits you in this once-in-a-lifetime encounter! Hosted by local guide Alexandre, this experience takes you through Saint-Émilion's medieval streets and Grand Cru Classé vineyards, where you'll learn about Bordeaux's winemaking traditions and quaff some of the region's finest wines.
Don't forget – one person gets the plush basket seat, while the other hops on the back. Game on!
Book your vintage adventure here.
6. Night Bike and Bites in Mexico City, Mexico
- A unique fusion of travel, lifestyle, and food-and-drink awaits as you craft pasta with the Italian nonnas in Palombara, immersing yourself in an intimate, heartwarming Italian cooking experience with local wine and tales.
- Elevate your travel experiences by venturing through the Sacred Valley on a llama trek, blending Peruvian culture, outdoor adventure, and indigenous cuisine amidst breathtaking Chinchero landscapes, all while bonding with adorable llamas and alpacas.
