We've all heard of experience days, you know the one-off adventures that are not cheap but offer a once in a life time opportunity.
From driving a fast car and bungee jumping to indulging at a Michelin star restaurant and relaxing at a five star hotel, these days out are great for both the adrenaline junkie , foodie and pampering ethusiast.
Plus, they make a great gift idea for that special birthday, anniversary or Christmas present.
We've jotted down some of our favourite experience days available on your doorstep for a mind-blowing jaunt.
Reviews of incredible experience days around Surrey
1. Dinner at a Michelin starred restaurant
Awarded a Michelin star and three AA rosettes, The Tudor Room at Great Fosters demonstrates a passion for simple cookery with intense flavours.
Open four days a week and with just 24 covers, it is an intimate, sophisticated restaurant.
Book: Visit greatfosters.co.uk or call 01784 433822.
2. Indoor sky dive
Soar like a bird in a 14ft (4.3m) diameter, super-smooth, super-fast and super-cool wind tunnel at iFly Indoor Skydiving.
With wheelchair access and highly trained instructors, the centre welcomes flyers of all abilities.
Book: Visit iflyworld.co.uk. Address: Basingstoke Leisure Park, Euskirchen Way, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG
3. Drive a sports car
Located on the historic Brooklands motor racing circuit, at Mercedes-Benz World there are state-of-the-art facilities and specially designed tracks for a day of high-energy driving.
Experiences include the Wet Skid Circle, Handling Circuits, the Wet Straight and the 10-acre Off-Road Terrain.
Book: Visit mercedes-benz.co.uk or call 0370 4004000. Address: Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, KT13 0S
4. Spa day
The spa at Pennyhill Park Hotel is like no other - it is the ultimate mental and physical retreat from the outside world.
The award winning leisure complex has top of the range facilities and offers specially designed packages.
Book: Visit exclusive.co.uk/pennyhill-park or call 01276 486150. Address: London Road, Bagshot GU19 5EU.
5. Zorbing
Born in New Zealand, Zorbing is an exhilarating experience that involves hurtling down a hill in a huge inflatable ball.
Book: Visit zorbing.co.uk or call 0208 935 5638 / 07808 519683. Address: Salmons Lane, Whyteleafe, CR3 0HB
6. Thai cooking class
Thai restaurant Thaikhun in Guildford runs classes to unlock the secrets of Thai cooking and master the art to impress your loved ones at home.
The experience includes a welcome drink, introduction to authentic ingredients and the cooking of three dishes with tasting.
Book: Visit thaikhun.co.uk . Address: Friary Street, Guildford, GU1 4EH
7. Go Ape
If you're a bit of a daredevil, monkey around the huge outdoor adventure playground and test your climbing skills at Go Ape's Tree Top Adventure .
There are two sites close by, one in Bracknell and another in Fanham.
Book: Visit goape.co.uk or call 0845 6431943.Address: Alice Holt Forest, Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham , GU10 4LS.
8. Segway
Explore Swinley Forest on the latest in green technology – a self-balancing electric segway.
It’s on the same site as Go Ape in Bracknell and is a a totally unique way to tackle the trails in the forest.
Book: Call 0845 6431943 Address: The Look Out, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell, RG12 7QW.
9. Afternoon tea in a princess carriage
There's nothing quite like tucking into warm homemade scones and endless pots of tea on a leisurely afternoon and the cafe above House of Fraser in Guildford offers all of that and more.
Customers can in fact enjoy their high tea in a Cinderella-style princess carriage.
Book: Visit theteaterrace.com or call 0844 8003730. Address: The Tea Terrace, Fifth Floor, House of Fraser, High Street, Guildford , GU1 3DU
10. Go-karting
Thrill-seekers can take on the crazy corners and rapid straights at the fast and furious track at TeamSport in Farnborough.
The 800m multi-level experience offers something truly unique for any go karting enthusiast.
Book: Visit team-sport.co.uk . Address: Invincible Road, Farnborough, GU14 7QU.
11. Luxury hotel stay
For a taste of pure luxury, stay the night at a five star hotel such as Alexander House Hotel and Utopia Spa.
The deluxe venue has an award-winning spa, extravagant suites and a remarkable restaurant.
Book: Visit alexanderhotels.co.uk/alexander-house . Address: East Street, Turners Hill, East Grinstead, RH10 4QD
12. Cocktail making
Learn how to make the perfect cocktail at All Bar One - ideal for hen parties and group events.
Guests can tailor their own cocktail masterclass by choosing which three drinks they want to master from the selection.
Book: Visit allbarone.co.uk . Address: All Bar One Guildford, North Street, Guildford, GU1 4AF.
13. Champagne pool
There is a luxurious outdoor Champagne pool at Guildford Harbour Hotel .
With submerged seating and stress-relieving water jets, guests can sit back and soak up the sunshine at the hotel's open-air heated pool with a glass of champers in hand.
A poolside Champagne service offers a selection of bubbles by the glass or bottle, from Prosecco Galanti to Dom Perignon.
Book: Visit harbourhotels.co.uk/hotels/guildford/ . Address: Alexandra Terrace, High Street, Guildford, GU1 3DA
14. Gin tasting tour
If you love gin, a day out at Bombay Sapphire Distillery near Basingstoke is a must.
Self-guided tours are the most popular choice and take around two hours to complete, which includes a complimentary gin cocktail at the bar (or mocktail for drivers).
Book: Visit distillery.bombaysapphire.com . Address: Laverstoke Mill, London Road, Whitchurch, RG28 7NR
15. Horse racing
The thunder of hooves, the spectacular colours and the tinkle of champagne glasses are all part of the thrill and excitement of a great day at the races.
Surrey is home to Sandown Park, Epsom Downs, Kempton Park, Lingfield and Ascot Racecourse is only just over the border.
Book: Visit sandown.thejockeyclub.co.uk . Address: Sandown Park Racecourse, Portsmouth Road, Esher, KT10 9AJ
16. Steam train
Sit back, relax and let the romance of steam travel whisk you away to a bygone era as you travel through Surrey and beyond.
With a vast array of trips across beautiful British countryside, The Steam Dreams Rail Company will treat you to an experience to treasure forever.
Book: Visit steamdreams.co.uk .
17. River Thames boat trip
Up to 45 scheduled boat trips run daily from March to October along the scenic stretch of the river Thames between Richmond, Kingston and Hampton Court.
A river cruise is the most relaxing way to view the greenest and prettiest of Surrey and south west London’s landscape and an eclectic mix of British history merged with cosmopolitan riversides.
Book: Visit turks.co.uk ,
18. Chocolate making
Master the medium of chocolate with a course at Squires Kitchen, and leave feeling confident to create chocolates, desserts and cakes like the professionals.
Book: Visit squires-school.com/courses/chocolate . Address: Waverley Lane, Farnham, GU9 8BB
19. Own a pony half day
Coworth Park Hotel's younger guests are invited to spend two fun hours at the stables.
Here they will learn how to groom and care for their own special pony, tack up and go out for a fun riding lesson to suit their ability before taking home their own Coworth Park grooming kit bag filled with horsey goodies including a photo of them with their pony.
Book: Visit dorchestercollection.com/en/ascot/coworth-park . Address: Blacknest Road, Sunningdale, SL5 7SE.
20. Llama trekking
Llama trekking is a truly unique, once in a lifetime experience and you can do it at a charming 16th century pub called Merry Harriers.
Guests can enjoy an English picnic trek, a winter morning trek (which includes lunch back at the Merry Harriers), a luxury champagne picnic trek, corporate team-building events or even a children’s party trek.
Book: Visit merryharriers.com or call 01428 682883. Address: The Merry Harriers, Hambledon Road, Godalming, GU8 4DR
21. Wine pairing
Located just outside Surrey, The Vineyard in Newbury is a five star hotel and spa, renowned for its impeccable service, three AA Rosette restaurant and award winning 30,000 bottle wine cellar.
For dinner, guests can indulge in The Judgement of Paris wine tasting - the hotel's iconic seven course dinner with matched wines served in blackened glasses to make you guess whether you're drinking white, red or rose.
Book: Visit the-vineyard.co.uk . Address: Stockcross, Newbury, RG20 8JU.
22. A game of golf
Surrey is home to dozens of gold courses including Foxhills .
Part of a three star hotel and spa, Foxhills offers three golf courses, combining parkland and heathland to provide challenges to golfers of every level.
Guests can enjoy nine holes on the par three Manor course or tackle one of two Championship courses, Longcross or Bernard Hunt.
Book: Visit foxhills.co.uk . Address: Stonehill Road, Lyne, Chertsey, KT16 0EL
23. VIP package at Thorpe Park
The Platinum VIP Package at Thorpe Park offers front of the line access to all of the rides plus meal deal.
Rollercoaster lovers will also have a VIP host on the day.
Book: Visit thorpepark.com/tickets-passes/vip-experiences . Address: Staines Road, Chertsey, KT16 8PN.
24. Clay pigeon shooting and falconry
Guests at the five star luxury hotel Four Seasons Hampshire can have a go at clay pigeon shooting in the stunning grounds.
They can also, under expert tuition, be introduced to a selection of birds of prey during an exhilarating experience that brings you close to these magnificent creatures.
Book: Visit fourseasons.com/hampshire . Address: Dogmersfield Park, Chalky Lane, Dogmersfield, RG27 8TD
25. Sunset horse trek
Riders at Slades Farm equestrian centre can experience 100 miles of trekking through astunning estate in Bramley , a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
There is a range of early bird, daytime and sunset treks plus full weekend horse safaris with luxury, rustic accommodation and alfresco meals.
Book: Visit sladesfarm.co.uk or call 01483 208693. Address: Thorncombe Street, Bramley , GU5 0LT
26. Riverside jacuzzi
Exclusive to guests of The Runnymede hotel is an indulgent outdoor whirlpool, which is situated on a private jetty right on the banks of the River Thames.
It’s the perfect spot to unwind with a glass of Champagne in hand and watch the ducks swim by.
Book: Visit runnymedehotel.com or call 01784 220916. Address: Windsor Road, Egham, TW20 0AG.
27. Sparkling Outdoor Vineyard Train Tour
Denbies Wine Estate holds a number of indoor and outdoor tours at its breathtaking Surrey Hills site.
With a glass of the estate's specially selected Denbies Award winning Sparkling Cuvee in hand, the 50-minute vineyard tour takes visitors at a leisurely pace to some of the most beautiful viewing points in the vineyard.
Book: Visit denbies.co.uk or call 01306 876 616. Address: London Road, Dorking, RH5 6AA
