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Book One of These Automotive Airbnb Experiences for Your Next Adventure

The travel season is here, and these automotive and automotive-adjacent activities are going to get snatched up quickly.

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This story was updated in March 2023.

Before you start putting together your annual vacation plans, you should take a look at some of Airbnb's coolest automotive and automotive-adjacent experiences to help fill your itinerary. Whether you're into off-roading, a laid-back winery tour in a vintage Volkswagen, or anything in between there's something here for everyone.

Plus, Airbnb's growing list of experiences is sure to turn up even more motoring activities, both at home and abroad. Get your time-off request to your boss, stock up on your favorite travel gear, pack your bag, and get ready to experience the good life with these suggested activities.

Joshua Tree Land Rover Off-Road Tour

Joshua Tree Land Rover Off-Road Tour

Joshua Tree Land Rover Off-Road Tour

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Sign up for this seven-hour off-road tour through Southern California's Joshua Tree National Park. The host, Terry, will take you and your pals on an adventure in his Land Rover LR3 and provide a picnic lunch that you'll enjoy while taking in one of the area's many panoramic desert views.

Explore Havana in a Classic Car

Explore Havana in a Classic Car

Explore Havana in a Classic Car

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Now that the travel embargo has been lifted, Americans can once again enjoy Cuba and its many vintage cars. This experience includes a tour guide in a 1950s convertible who will help you discover favorite hotspots around Havana. Tours can be requested in both Spanish and English.

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Classic Car Experience in Florence

Classic Car Experience in Florence

Classic Car Experience in Florence

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Tour the countryside near Florence, Italy in a vintage car with local guides and breathtaking scenery. Choose from a 1991 Alfa Romeo Duetto, a 1980 Fiat 124 Spider, a 1974 Triumph Spitfire 1500, a 1976 MG B, a 1981 Citroën 2CV, or a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle convertible for your journey, which lasts about three hours and includes fuel and insurance.

California VW Bus Wine Tour

California VW Bus Wine Tour

California VW Bus Wine Tour

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You and up to six of your friends can winery hop through Temecula, California, in a vintage Volkswagen bus for wine tastings. The tour takes about four hours and is backed by a 1970s soundtrack which includes the Beach Boys and other period hit makers. As an added bonus, riders can take advantage of a 10 percent discount on bottles of wine at the wineries.

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Sidecar Tour of Paris

Sidecar Tour of Paris

Sidecar Tour of Paris

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This quick one-hour ride around Paris in a sidecar, hosted by a native Parisian, might be a bucket-list experience, and this highly rated activity promises to hit all of the city's monuments. The host, William, speaks limited English but says he'll provide translated documents for riders with information about the sights along the way.

Learn to Drive a Tractor in North Carolina

Learn to Drive a Tractor in North Carolina

Learn to Drive a Tractor in North Carolina

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Live out your farm-boy fantasies and fulfill your desire to operate heavy machinery with this farm tractor instructional experience in rural North Carolina. Freddie will teach you how to operate his orange Kubota front loader and will provide snacks and beverages during this two-hour experience. On-site lodging is also available for an extra fee.

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Adventure Motorcycling in Joshua Tree

Adventure Motorcycling in Joshua Tree

Adventure Motorcycling in Joshua Tree

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If a Land Rover tour through Joshua Tree wasn't enough adventure for you, Terry also provides a motorcycling experience through the same trails. Riders can choose from one of two Kawasaki KLR650 bikes, a Honda XR650, and a Kawasaki KLX250. The tour lasts seven hours, and riders are required to bring their own riding gear.

Formula Garage Tour in Houston

Formula Garage Tour in Houston

Formula Garage Tour in Houston

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Hang out at Formula Garage, an automotive-enthusiast haven for online racing in Houston, Texas, for the day and hone your digital racing skills with instruction from professional Virtual Reality Racers. The experience also includes a tour of the Formula Garage facility to see the on-site car museum and a peek inside the members' clubhouse.

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WaveRunner Treasure Hunt in Wisconsin

WaveRunner Treasure Hunt in Wisconsin

WaveRunner Treasure Hunt in Wisconsin

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This summertime experience on Lake Winnebago in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, consists of an hour of time with a WaveRunner while trying to find treasure using a map and clues from the Adventure Hunt smartphone app. Life jackets are provided, and the WaveRunner seats three.

Sunset E-Bike Tour of Siesta Key

Sunset E-Bike Tour of Siesta Key

Sunset E-Bike Tour of Siesta Key

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Cruise down the beach on an electric bicycle on this two-hour tour of Siesta Key, Florida, at sunset. The host promises breathtaking views of the ocean at sunset plus plenty of sand sculptures and sea life along the way. A picnic is provided at the end of the tour and consists of fresh fruit, cheese, crackers, and wine.

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ATV Adventure to Granite Indian Baths in California

ATV Adventure to Granite Indian Baths in California

ATV Adventure to Granite Indian Baths in California

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Hop on a four-wheeler in Posey, California, and follow your guide to the Granite Indian Baths on this two-hour experience. The hosts can provide overnight accommodations for an additional fee, as well as lunch, dinner, or a late-night bonfire complete with s'mores. Helmets and goggles are provided, but guests can also bring their own riding gear.

Experience Cars and Coffee in LA with a Pro

Experience Cars and Coffee in LA with a Pro

Experience Cars and Coffee in LA with a Pro

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Former racing driver and current driving instructor David will shuttle you and your friends to and from a Los Angeles Cars and Coffee event in either his 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia or his 2008 Porsche Cayenne S. His knowledge of Southern California car culture, exotic cars, and local contacts will give you a unique perspective on the car show.

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Drew Dorian
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Drew Dorian is a lifelong car enthusiast who has also held a wide variety of consumer-focused positions throughout his career, ranging from financial counselor to auto salesperson. He has dreamed of becoming a Car and Driver editor since he was 11 years old—a dream that was realized when he joined the staff in April 2016. He’s a born-and-raised Michigander and learned to drive on a 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. His automotive interests run the gamut from convertibles and camper vans to sports cars and luxury SUVs.      

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