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ToursByLocals is the leading online travel marketplace that connects discerning travellers with handpicked, professional local tour guides around the world. We specialize in private tours tailored to your interests, pace, and schedule—offering a truly personalized travel experience in over 170 countries and with more than 5,200 fully vetted local guides. Whether you're seeking cultural tours in Europe, adventure travel in South America, or culinary experiences in Asia, our expert guides deliver insider access and authentic local insight that turns every journey into a meaningful memory. With customizable itineraries, skip-the-line access, and door-to-door service, ToursByLocals takes the stress out of trip planning and enhances your time in each destination. Trusted by over three million travellers and backed by our global customer support team, our platform ensures peace of mind from booking to tour day. Rated “Excellent” across independent review platforms, ToursByLocals is ideal for anyone looking for safe, flexible, and enriching private tours. Avoid the crowds, travel deeper, and connect with the people and stories that make each place unique. Discover the world, one local at a time—with ToursByLocals.
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Excellent tour
Excellent tour. Sherif worked closely with us to tailor the experience to what we most wanted to see, and even made changes to the itinerary during the tour to better meet our needs. He was very knowledgeable and a great guide.
June 28, 2026
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We're so pleased to hear that your guide Sherif was flexible and accommodating during your tour to really tailor the day and experience to your needs. Thanks for the lovely feedback, and we look forward to connecting you with more wonderful local guides on your future travels.
Paul was awesome
Paul was awesome. He put together the perfect tour, very well organized and we spread out many things to do so we had some breaks. Paul really knows his history not only about the towns but the country as well. We will definitely book Paul again on our return with la familia.
July 11, 2026
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Thank you for sharing this thoughtful review of your time with local guide Paul. We're so glad you had such a good time exploring small towns with him that you'll be returning to tour with him again with family in tow in the future!
Dragan was an excellent host
Dragan was an excellent guide and host. The tour of Kotor was well informed and the trip into the mountains was great fun.
July 11, 2026
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Thank you so much for your warm review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time exploring Kotor with Dragan. It’s always a joy to know our guests appreciate the insights and fun that local guides bring to their adventures. We look forward to helping you connect with more amazing local guides on your future travels!
Venice with Elisabetta
Elisabetta was a fabulous local guide in Venice. She is personable, fun and knowledgeable! Highly recommend
July 10, 2026
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Elisabetta made your experience in Venice so memorable with her personable and fun approach. It’s always a joy to connect travellers with local guides who share their passion for the destination.
We had an amazing day exploring Bali…
We had an amazing day exploring Bali with Sumandi as our tour guide and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting the island.
Sumandi was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible throughout the entire day. He picked us up from our hotel in Keramas early in the morning so we could beat some of the crowds, which made the experience much more enjoyable. During our tour we visited a beautiful waterfall, the Monkey Forest, a traditional wood carver, a coffee plantation, and a temple. We also enjoyed delicious authentic Balinese food for lunch and had time for shopping as well.
Although it was a full day with many activities, the tour never felt rushed or overwhelming. Sumandi was very accommodating and happy to adjust the itinerary based on what we wanted to see and do, making the experience feel personalized rather than a standard tour.
He even went above and beyond by stopping at an ATM for us and taking us to a mart so we could grab coffee before starting our day. Another bonus was that he took many wonderful photos for us throughout the trip, allowing us to enjoy the experience without worrying about getting pictures ourselves.
If you are looking for a knowledgeable, flexible, and thoughtful guide in Bali who truly cares about giving you the best experience possible, we highly recommend Sumandi
July 11, 2026
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Thank you so much for your detailed and enthusiastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing day exploring Bali with Sumandi as your guide. It sounds like you had a fantastic time visiting the beautiful waterfall, the Monkey Forest, and indulging in delicious Balinese food.
We're especially pleased to know that Sumandi's flexibility and personal touch made your experience feel unique and tailored to your interests. It's great to hear that he went above and beyond to ensure you had a memorable day, including capturing those special moments with photos!
We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to connecting you with more exceptional local guides on your future adventures.
You will not disappoint having Daniel your tour guide!
Daniel was professional and flexible meeting my family needs. He was fun and knowledgeable about the island and taught us many things about the culture of Hawaii. His relaxed manner and flexibility made us feel very comfortable and the journey was fun and productive. The next day my granddaughter asked “if uncle Daniel will be with us again?”.
July 6, 2026
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your family had such an enjoyable time with Daniel on your Hawaiian adventure. His professionalism and knowledge truly shine through, and it’s delightful to know that he made your experience fun and enriching.
It’s heartwarming to hear that your granddaughter is already asking for Uncle Daniel's company again! Let's hope you meet again on your next trip to Hawaii. :)
Incredible tour
Incredible tour - highly recommend!! We had a great time - every single one of us!!
July 10, 2026
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Well this is excellent to hear - thank you for sharing your feedback using ToursByLocals, and we wish you many more happy travels together!
Stelios was an amazing guide
Stelios was an amazing guide. He is knowledgeable, friendly, provided in depth insight and perspective to various questions. His respect and appreciation for Greek history shows in his work. We loved our tour and wish all our guides could be as great! Thank you Stelio!
July 10, 2026
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We're so happy to hear that you had an amazing experience with Stelios as your guide. His deep knowledge and passion for Greek history truly shine through, and it’s fantastic to know he provided you with insightful answers and a memorable tour. We love connecting travellers with such exceptional local guides! We can’t wait for your next adventure, and we hope to help you discover more incredible experiences in the future! Thanks for taking the time to share your warm feedback.
Tours in Scotland & Norway
Both tours we took with this company were excellent and we would highly recommend them.
July 10, 2026
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both of your tours. It’s always our goal to connect travellers with exceptional local guides who can provide memorable experiences, and your recommendation means a lot to us.
We can’t wait to help you explore even more amazing destinations on your future adventures.
Salvina was a great guide
Salvina was a great guide. She consistently asked our preferences regarding the day. She was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Sicily and specifically Messina and Taormina. The tasting of the local foods was a lot of fun. We would highly recommend this tour.
July 10, 2026
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Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Salvina in Sicily. Her passion for the history of Messina and Taormina truly shines through, and it's great to know that you enjoyed the local food tastings as well. We appreciate your recommendation, and we look forward to connecting you with more exceptional local guides for your future adventures!
THE best tour guide in Seoul!
Ms. Lee was incredibly fantastic and flexible with our large group of 9 (a combined 2 families including 5 kids), for an active way to tour central historic Seoul. Walking + subway was a great way to get around and added to the adventure. She took us through Gyeongbokgung Palace, a historic Buddhist temple nearby, a traditional Hanok village that preserved its 100+ year old aesthetic and more. She was incredibly informative on the socio/cultural history of the places we visited - the kids were comfortable enough to ask her questions in English and get a fuller understanding of the places they were visiting. Lastly Ms Lee went above and beyond by letting me ask Seoul travel logistical questions to her via what’s app. I truly appreciate her expertise that gave up better ideas on the rest of our travels. I can’t wait to get back to Korea, we’re definitely lining up another tour with her next time to check out other parts of Seoul - including the nearby mountain trails!
July 10, 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience with your guide in historic Seoul. It sounds like you all had an incredible adventure exploring Gyeongbokgung Palace, the beautiful Hanok village, and the fascinating Buddhist temple, all while learning about the rich cultural history of the area.
It's great to know that the kids felt comfortable asking questions and engaging with Ms. Lee, as that truly enhances the experience. We're also glad that she could assist you with travel logistics through WhatsApp — her local expertise really shines through!
We can't wait for your next visit to Korea and to help you connect with even more amazing local guides for your adventures, including those mountain trails! Wishing you travels until then!
She was attentive
She was attentive, flexible and very helpful throughout the day. It was a wonderful experience.
July 9, 2026
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Thank you for the warm feedback - we're so pleased you had a wonderful experience on tour!
Guide Pierre was amazing
Guide Pierre was amazing
Lots of communication prior and very flexible
Company easy to reach
Tour choices were wonderful
July 9, 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
We're so very glad to hear that you had an amazing experience with Pierre. His communication and flexibility are truly commendable, and it’s great to know you found the tour choices to be wonderful as well.
We love connecting travellers with exceptional local guides like Pierre, and we can't wait to help you discover more amazing adventures in the future.
Best guide
Best guide! E was fun and informative and clearly loves what she does even on a rainy Tuesday. Would 1000% recommend. Great job!
July 9, 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We love hearing that you had an excellent experience with your guide and that communication was top-notch. It’s always our goal to connect travellers with exceptional local guides for memorable tours. We can’t wait to help you embark on more amazing adventures in the future!
Francesco was so helpful in planning…
Francesco was so helpful in planning this tour. His suggestions were great. He knows and loves Florence and made all our stops enjoyable. Even having visited the city before we learned so much.
You must use him when visiting Florence.
July 9, 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Francesco made your tour in Florence so memorable. It's fantastic to know that his insights and love for the city enhanced your experience, even as a returning visitor. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
We had a 2 day tour in Kosovo
We had a 2 day tour in Kosovo : we were submerged by history , culture and nature by a wonderfull intelligent guide Bekim, who not only lives in Kosovo and feels the people and the young society but also lived trough its history . It was travelling at its most fulfilling!
The booking was cristal clear and all arrangements were made easily and correct.
July 1, 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re so glad to hear that your two-day tour in Kosovo was such a fulfilling experience. It sounds like Bekim truly brought the rich history, culture, and stunning nature of the region to life for you. We're glad to know that the booking process was clear and that all arrangements went smoothly.
Notre Dame Knowledge!
Our guide, Julien, was able to negotiate around the new rules at Notre Dame to impart all of his knowledge while we toured the outside of the cathedral. He was fantastic.
July 9, 2026
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We're thrilled to hear that Julien was able to provide such an insightful experience while navigating the new rules at Notre Dame. His passion for sharing knowledge truly shines, and it’s fantastic to know you enjoyed your time exploring this iconic cathedral.
We can’t wait to help you connect with more exceptional local guides on your future adventures.
Rungtip our guide was so good!
Rungtip our guide was so good!! Fun, knowledgeable, kind and very easy to change or adjust based on our wants. We had a private tour with 3 ladies. And we all said 10/10!!! We learned new things and even did our wish/fortune at the temple. Will definitely recommend!!!
July 9, 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Rungtip made your private tour memorable with her fun and knowledgeable approach. It sounds like you and your friends had an amazing time exploring and experiencing the temple's wish/fortune ritual — what a unique addition to your adventure!
Our tour of musee dorsay with Dasha was…
Our tour of musee dorsay with Dasha was incredible. Her level of knowledge was only surpassed by her enthusiasm and knowledge of the works she showed us. She wished us around effortlessly. A wonderful and relaxing tour. Highly recommended!!
July 8, 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with Dasha at the Musée d'Orsay! We're thrilled to hear that her enthusiasm and deep knowledge made your tour so enjoyable. It sounds like you had a truly relaxing time exploring the incredible works of art.
We appreciate your high recommendation and can't wait to connect you with more amazing local guides on your future adventures.
Great post cruise experience
Tour guide was great and very easy to communicate with both before and during the tour. really enjoyed our visit to Miami.
July 8, 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
We're so glad to hear that you had a fantastic experience in Miami and found your tour guide easy to communicate with. It’s always our goal to help create joyful connections between travellers and local guides. We truly appreciate your feedback and can't wait to help you discover more amazing local experiences on your future adventures!
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