GIFT EXPERIENCES FOR BEST FRIEND

Looking for unique gift ideas for your best friend? Celebrate your friendship with special experiences that match their interests.

From food and drink tours to immersive walking tours, theatre and cinema experiences, painting masterclasses, perfume creation sessions, or champagne tastings, there are many ways to make your best friend's day truly unforgettable.

Food & Drink Tours - A Culinary Adventure

Treat your best friend to an exciting food and drink tour. Explore the best local eateries, sample delicious dishes, and enjoy guided tastings. This enjoyable experience is perfect for food lovers and those who appreciate culinary delights.

Walking Tours - Discover and Explore

Give the gift of exploration with a guided walking tour. Discover the history, culture, and hidden gems of a city. This immersive experience is perfect for those who love to explore new places and learn fascinating stories.

Theatre & Cinema Experiences - A Night of Entertainment

Surprise your best friend with tickets to the theatre or cinema. Enjoy a variety of shows and films, from classic dramas to modern blockbusters. This enjoyable experience is perfect for those who love the arts and entertainment.

Painting Masterclasses & Courses - Unleash Creativity

Indulge your best friend with a painting masterclass or course. Learn new techniques, create beautiful artworks, and enjoy a fun and creative session. This hands-on experience is perfect for art enthusiasts and those who love to paint.

Perfume Creation - A Personal Touch

Give the gift of a personalised perfume creation experience. Create a unique fragrance with the guidance of expert perfumers. This bespoke experience is perfect for those who love to express their individuality and enjoy luxurious scents.

Champagne Tasting - A Sparkling Celebration

Treat your best friend to a champagne tasting session. Sample a selection of fine champagnes, learn about their origins and production, and enjoy expert guidance from a sommelier. This luxurious experience is perfect for those who love bubbly.

Gift experiences for your best friend are about celebrating your special bond with memorable and enjoyable activities. Whether they enjoy culinary adventures, exploring new places, indulging in the arts, creating personalised items, or tasting luxurious champagnes, there’s a perfect gift waiting to make their day special.

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Best Rated Gin Tasting Experiences

GIN JAUNT Golden Age of Gin Private Walking Tour by Coutours

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Gin lover? Join your own professional guide on this juniper-soaked saunter through London.
An image of a glass of water with lemon, Golden Age of Gin Private Walking Tour. Coutours

Coutours

London

£300(£150pp)

CRAFTED TO PERFECTION The Ultimate Gin Cocktail Masterclass by Sipsmith Distillery

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Known for its mission to create the world’s best London Dry Gin, The Sipsmith Distillery is the first copper-pot distillery to open within London's city limits since 1820.
An image of a bottle of gin with a glass and a copper tray, Gin masterclass. Sipsmith Distillery

Sipsmith Distillery

Chiswick, London

£130(£65pp)

GIN MASTERS Premium Gin Tasting Masterclass by Merchant House

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Discover half a millennia of spirits history at Merchant House London; named 'Best Gin Bar 2016' by The Independent.
An image of a person pouring something into a glass, Premium Gin Tasting Masterclass. Merchant House

Merchant House

London

£100(£50pp)

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DINE IN THE SKY Breathtaking Three-Course Weekday Lunch Menu by Aqua Shard

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Following a recent redesign, Aqua Shard’s new look restaurant, bar and private dining rooms are now ready to welcome you! Dominating the London skyline, The Shard is home to highly-acclaimed British restaurant, Aqua. Located on the 31st level of Europe's tallest building, enjoy the sweeping views of London from above over a three-course lunch menu served weekdays in luxurious surroundings.
Aqua Shard restaurant

Aqua Shard (The Shard)

Southwark, London

£113(£56.5pp)

I LOVE VIEW Indulge in the Exquisite Chef's Tasting Menu at The Shard with Oblix

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Located on the 32nd floor of London's iconic Shard, dining at Rainer Becker's sophisticated urban dining at Oblix West is one of the city's most unique experiences.
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Oblix

London

£250(£125pp)

WEEKEND-LOVE OF FOOD Weekend Three-Course Lunch by Elegant Clos Maggiore

4.4

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Ranked among the most romantic restaurants in London, Covent Garden’s Clos Maggiore provides a setting unlike any other.
An image of a restaurant setting with tables and chairs, Covent Garden, London. Clos Maggiore

Clos Maggiore

Covent Garden, London

£100(£50pp)

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PRO COCOA Chocolate Masterclass by Cookery School at Little Portland Street

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If chocolate’s your thing, this masterclass is chock-a-block full of sweet goodness.
An image of a person cutting chocolate, Chocolate Masterclass. Cookery School at Little Portland Street

Cookery School at Little Portland Street

Fitzrovia, London

£290(£290pp)

DREAM DRIVE Track Day With Helicopter Transfer At Brands Hatch And Fine Dining

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Embark on the ultimate ‘fast and furious’ adventure and feel like a millionaire for the day with an exclusive combination of a thrilling track experience at Brands Hatch, a helicopter flight and dinner at a top London Michelin-stared restaurant, Club Gascon.
An image of a race car driving on a track, West Kingsdown, England. Veloce Driving Ltd

Club Gascon & Getaway & Veloce Driving Ltd

Multiple locations available

£8854(£4427pp)

BAY AREA ADVENTURE Two Night Wine Getaway in Sonoma County

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Sonoma is the largest producer of Northern California wines and provides a genuine and adventurous wine experience, different to the one found in the neighbouring Napa Valley.
An image of a vineyard in autumn, Two Night Wine Getaway in Sonoma County.

Getaway

Sonoma County

£2886(£1443pp)

A RARE PLEASURE Rare and Ghosted Whisky Journey by Scotch at The Balmoral

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Located in the landmark Balmoral Hotel, SCOTCH presents Edinburgh’s largest collection of whisky available to the general public - over 500 malts, blends and vintages.
An image of a bar with bottles of whisky, Rare and Ghosted Whisky Journey. Scotch at The Balmoral

Scotch at The Balmoral

Edinburgh

£440(£220pp)

LUXURY TO A TEE 2-Night Scottish Golf Adventure at SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel

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The ultimate getaway for the golf enthusiast, this experience includes two rounds of 18 holes at the only championship-grade course in the Scottish Borders.
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SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel

Kelso

£1730(£865pp)

HOLY BREWERIES Belgium's Trappist Trail Seven Day Beer Break

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The ideal adventure for a true beer connoisseur, the Trappist Trail will take you to all seven traditional Trappist monastic-breweries, where you will taste rare iconic Belgian brews.
Holy Breweries

Getaway

Brussels

£4380(£2190pp)

SWISS ALPINE ADVENTURE Drive the World-Famous Klausen Pass

4

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Start your engines, for an unforgettable three-night Swiss Alps driving break.
An image of a mountain with a bridge, Drive the World-Famous Klausen Pass.

Getaway

Glarus, Netstal

£4650(£2325pp)

FIRE & SMOKE Volcanic Adventure on Stromboli

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The Northern most of the Aeolian Islands, dramatic Stromboli is one of the world’s most accessible, most volatile and most active volcanos in the world.
An image of a volcano with a fire coming out, Volcanic Adventure on Stromboli.

Getaway

Sicily

£4800(£2400pp)

LANDMARKS & GEMS Royal London Bike Tour by Tally Ho

5

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As part of a small group, discover the hidden gems of Westminster and the highlights of Royal London on a bike, the perfect way to kickstart your London adventure! You will explore iconic locations like Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, to Royal Palaces and leafy local parks.
An image of people riding bikes down the street, London Bike Tour. Tally Ho

Tally Ho

London

£55(£55pp)

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