Where to Book: the 6 Best BBQ Tours Worldwide

1.Santiago: Cajón del Maipo Hot Springs & Chilean Barbecue

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 12 hours · from $250Our pick

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Santiago into Cajón del Maipo by SUV, stopping at San José de Maipo, the Veil of the Bride waterfall, and Colina Hot Springs. Soak in seven volcanic pools, watch the sunset, then enjoy an all-you-can-eat Chilean barbecue, wine, beer, and stargazing by a campfire with guides such as Francisco, Rosario, Axel, or Jaime.

“Axle was great driver and informative of Chile! Entire tour was wonderful!! From the chocolate stop, to stops for photos enroute, hot springs, delicious dinner, photos by photographer! Many special touches!! Liked the intimate group of 7 of us!! Highly recommend this trip to anyone !!”

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2.Helsinki: Bike or E-Bike Tour, BBQ, Sauna, Parks, and Forest

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 71 reviews · 5 hours · from $233

Spend five hours cycling through Meilahti, Seurasaari, and Keskuspuisto with guides such as Luca or Robert. Expect easy rides, a guided open-air museum walk, Finnish vegetarian BBQ, local history, and a traditional sauna. E-bikes are available at no extra fee on request.

“Team did an excellent job communicating their location, outlining the days agenda and executing. Had lots of fun and felt like an invited guest. Thank you!”

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3.Explore happiest Helsinki: Bike/Ebike: BBQ, Sauna, Forest, &Parks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $177Top rated

Spend four to five hours cycling Helsinki with guides such as Robert or Luca. Ride through parks, forests, and waterways, visit Seurasaari Open Air Museum, share a BBQ, then relax in a Finnish sauna. Standard bikes and e-bikes may be available, so confirm your bike choice before booking.

“I would highly recommend this trip. It takes you off the beaten path and allows you to enjoy Finland. Not a regular tour.”

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4.Helsinki: Archipelago RIB Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch and Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $212

Meet Olli, Olle, Marko, or another Redrib guide at Café Marina Bay for a fast RIB ride east of Helsinki. You’ll hear about island life, walk a recreational island, eat a Finnish snack lunch, and choose between a public sauna and sea swim. Bring swimwear, a towel, and hiking shoes.

“An amazing worthwhile adventure. If you have time it is worth it. Our guide Marko was amazing and offered key insight in the archipelago as well as Finish culture. 10/10 would love to do it again.”

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6.Helsinki: RIB Tour to Local’s Cottage with BBQ and Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours · from $306

Meet your English-speaking guide at Café Marina Bay, then ride a RIB boat 45 minutes through Helsinki’s western archipelago to a private family island. You’ll walk among berries and mushrooms, help heat a wood-fired sauna, swim in the sea if you wish, and share a homemade lunch with your hosts.

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