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15 Tours with Lunch Worldwide to Book First

21 tours  ·  from $36 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 tours with lunch worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Normandy D-Day Sites & Cemetery Day Trip from Paris with Lunch - Lunch at L Estran breaks up the road day
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Normandy D-Day Sites & Cemetery Day Trip from Paris with Lunch

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

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

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. Expect a fast, full day and several hours on the road.

“Maja was a great guide. Great job explaining all relevant information and providing interesting little known information.”

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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch - Leaving from Barcelona Nord Station
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Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

2.Montserrat with Black Madonna & Medieval Winery with Tapas/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,209 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Travel from Barcelona to Montserrat with an English-speaking guide such as Laia, Azul, or Elena, then enjoy free time for the Basilica, Black Madonna, trails, or funicular. Finish at a family-run castle winery for Catalan food, vineyard views, and three ecological wines.

“Azul was a great tour guide -- very knowledgeable, engaging, and helpful. Montserrat was beautiful for its views, history, mythology, and architecture. The lunch provided was much better than what is usually served on day-long tours and the wine tasting was extremely informative. All in all, a lovely day!”

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Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise - Lunch in the Douro: a proper pause in a long day
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Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise

3.Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,133 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $107

Leave Porto early for Amarante, São Leonardo da Galafura, Régua, and Pinhão. You’ll travel by small-group minibus, eat a traditional Portuguese lunch, cruise the Douro on a Rabelo boat, and tour a vineyard estate with three wine tastings. Guides vary, with past departures led by Christian, Simmy, Rita, and Cuber.

“The Douro Valley is a must see destination. I wish we were given more information about the production of wine from planting to harvesting to wine making. The boat trip and the lunch were excellent.”

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Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour with Buffet Lunch and Limousine

4.Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour with Buffet Lunch and Limousine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,692 reviews · from $49

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter by limousine to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave. You’ll cycle through the countryside, eat a local buffet lunch, take a sharing boat beneath limestone cliffs, and climb 500 steps for wide views. Guides include Jun, Trang, Hai Dang, Viet, and Two.

“Our Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour was exceptional from start to finish — seamless, scenic, and elevated by our amazing guide, Jun. Her warmth, storytelling, and passion for the region turned the entire journey into something truly meRead more”

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From Kuala Lumpur: Historical Melaka Day Tour with Lunch - The Kuala Lumpur pickup and two-hour road journey
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From Kuala Lumpur: Historical Melaka Day Tour with Lunch

5.From Kuala Lumpur: Historical Melaka Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,297 reviews · from $42

Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Melaka for a 10-hour guided day trip with stops at St. Peter’s Church, A’Famosa, St. Paul’s Hill, Dutch Square, Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Jonker Street, and the Melaka River. Guides may include Johnson, Ning, Douglas, Sasi, or Siva. Lunch is included, drinks and attraction tickets are not.

“My husband and I had a great day in Melaka. Douglas is a great tour guide and explained everything very well. we recommend this excursion.”

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Strahan: World Heritage Cruise on Gordon River with Lunch - From Strahan Wharf to Hells Gates
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Strahan: World Heritage Cruise on Gordon River with Lunch

6.Strahan: World Heritage Cruise on Gordon River with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,143 reviews · 6 hours · from $109

Spend six hours aboard a family-run catamaran from Strahan, crossing Macquarie Harbour to Hells Gates, Sarah Island, and the Gordon River. You’ll get a one-hour guided island tour, a rainforest boardwalk, local Tasmanian lunch, live commentary, and a Huon pine sawmill visit.

“nice easy going day... I noticed a lot of passengers from overseas.... I think they need to be warned about the Australian Drop Bear..... 🤔 😅”

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New Orleans: Creole Queen History Cruise with Optional Lunch - Starting at the Riverwalk and Canal Street Dock
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New Orleans: Creole Queen History Cruise with Optional Lunch

7.New Orleans: Creole Queen History Cruise with Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,112 reviews · 2h 30m · from $47

Ride the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen from the Riverwalk to Chalmette Battlefield. Hear New Orleans history from guides such as Charles and Dr. Lauren, enjoy river views, join a National Park Ranger for an hour, and add a Creole buffet lunch if you wish.

“Totally fabulous experience. Commentary given by the tour guide, Charles, was the best I have ever had. Food was delicious and a real authentic experience of New Orleans cuisine. Drinks were reasonable, with no queuing. Battlefield tour guide was knowledgeable. This experience is highly recommended. Perfect few hours.”

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Paris: Normandy D-Day Sites Guided Day Trip with Lunch - Utah Beach Museum and the first American landing
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Paris: Normandy D-Day Sites Guided Day Trip with Lunch

8.Paris: Normandy D-Day Sites Guided Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,082 reviews · 14 hours · from $117

Spend a long but worthwhile day with an English-speaking guide such as Sam, Maja, Ash, or Lawrence, visiting Utah Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery. The tour includes coach travel, museum admission, a Norman lunch, and time for quiet reflection at the major D-Day sites.

“We were lucky to have Sam as our guide. We learned more about the history of the wars on the ride to Normandy because of his knowledge and way of presenting the history. The visits to the sites were beyond our expectations. Concluding with the flag ceremony at the cemetery was a fitting end to our two week trip toNorthern Europe. We recommend this tour to anyone.”

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Communism & Nuclear Bunker Tour + 70s Canteen Lunch (own expense) - Starting at the Powder Tower and Republic Square
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Communism & Nuclear Bunker Tour + 70s Canteen Lunch (own expense)

9.Communism & Nuclear Bunker Tour + 70s Canteen Lunch (own expense)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,036 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35Best value

Walk from the Powder Tower through Prague’s Communist-era landmarks with an English-speaking guide such as Klara or Leo. Learn about the Prague Spring and Velvet Revolution, eat at a 1970s worker’s canteen at your own cost, then explore a 1950s nuclear bunker with Soviet-era exhibits.

“The groups were pretty small and personal. You get to learn a lot about Czechoslovakia during the Cold War and the many hardships the people here endured. I highly recommend our guide Klara as she was great and knowledgeable and really made this trip fun and educational.”

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Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch - San Lorenzo and the Medici quarter
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Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch

10.Florence Walking Tour with Accademia, Uffizi & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,033 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $136

Spend about six hours seeing Florence’s biggest sights, from Michelangelo’s David and the Duomo to Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio. Choose a half-day or full-day plan. The full option adds a guided Uffizi visit and a three-course Tuscan lunch, but you should expect several meeting points and different guides.

“The tour is broken up, you spend most of the day solo trying to find your way around, the guide didn't give good directions”

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Halong Heritage Luxury Day Cruise-Buffet lunch&Limousine transfer

11.Halong Heritage Luxury Day Cruise-Buffet lunch&Limousine transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 846 reviews · from $49

You’ll travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter by limousine to a full day on Halong Bay. Expect a buffet lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, Titop Island, and a sunset snack service. Guide Luke is noted for clear organization and a friendly manner.

“The trip was good and the tour guide Luke is professional, informative, organized and good attitude and inclusive.”

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Dubai: Abu Dhabi Trip with Lunch at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant - Sheikh Zayed Mosque: begin with Abu Dhabi’s great showpiece
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Dubai: Abu Dhabi Trip with Lunch at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant

12.Dubai: Abu Dhabi Trip with Lunch at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 805 reviews · from $127

Travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in an air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed guide, visiting Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Etihad Towers, and Qasr Al Watan. Lunch at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant, admission fees, hotel pickup, bottled water, and women’s mosque attire are included.

“Highly recommend this tour company. We had an amazing experience on our day tour to Abu Dhabi. Our tour guide (Haseeb Khan) was above and beyond!! He was knowledgeable, professional and friendly. Deserving of 5 stars!”

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Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers - The Hippodrome puts Roman Istanbul under your feet
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Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers

13.Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 561 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $248

Spend about eight hours exploring Istanbul’s old city with an English-speaking guide, included admissions, lunch, and central-hotel pickup. You’ll visit the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar. Expect a packed day and roughly 15,000 to 25,000 steps.

“Great experience. An amazing tour of the key historical sites in Istanbul in one day. Our guide, Ms Fatma was very knowledgeable, explained everything in detail and allowed us to spend as much time as needed at each location. We had a wonderful multi-course lunch at a nearby restaurant as part of the tour. Highly recommend.”

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Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch - Meeting the group beside the Palau de la Música
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Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch

14.Costa Brava & Medieval Village Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 520 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Leave Barcelona with an English-speaking guide for a full day on the Costa Brava. Swim at Cala de Sant Francesc, visit Marimurtra Botanical Gardens, eat a generous Catalan lunch with a drink, and explore Tossa de Mar’s medieval walls and lighthouse.

“Great day and worth the money. The beach was beautiful and water was clear to go swimming. Food was plentiful and great selection.”

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D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion from Le Havre with Packed Lunch - Pointe du Hoc makes the terrain part of the story
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D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion from Le Havre with Packed Lunch

15.D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion from Le Havre with Packed Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 486 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about 10 hours tracing D-Day from Le Havre to Normandy with stops at La Cambe German Cemetery, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery. Guides such as Bertrand, Sam, Ash, and Thelma use maps, photographs, and personal stories. A baguette lunch is included.

“A day long tour, and we'll worth the miles with the history of D-Day. Not a moment did I have, where I was wishing it was shorter.”

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