Gift Experiences for Couples:
12 Unusual Experience Days for Two

Sure, a bungee jump might seem daunting, but – with bae by your side – anything’s possible. After weigh-in, you’ll be securely harnessed and strapped together by the ankles, ready to take the ultimate leap of faith. Next, it’s time to hold each other tight as the world turns upside down and you fall a dizzying 160ft – that is, ‘til the bungee recoils and you’re sprung back up! Shared adrenaline rushes don’t get bigger than this, and you’ll both be grinning ear to ear as you’re eventually lowered to the ground. Finally, head over to the merchandise booth to pick up a couple’s photo with a difference – we can’t promise it’ll be flattering, but you’ll want proof of your courage all the same!

Ready to take the plunge together? Find out more, here.

Experts will tell you that there comes a time in any relationship when you have to just say, ‘drop everything, let’s go llama trekking’. I mean, seriously, what’s not to love? You’ll each be introduced to your own handsome companion before setting off on a gentle stroll through the Great British countryside. Humpless South American cousins of the camel, for centuries, llamas have been used as pack animals by the peoples of the Andean mountains. These wonderfully woolly creatures have a gentle temperament and inquisitive nature – so you’ll make friends in no time! Leading yours by the halter, you’ll make your way in procession through peaceful woodland and along winding country paths. Try not to become too attached though – oh, parting is such sweet sorrow!

In the market for a new pet? Get yours, here.

If you’ve ever glanced over a Valentine’s Day card display, you’ll be familiar with the image of Cupid, the ancient Roman god of love. Angel-winged and rosy-cheeked, this chubby matchmaker is scarcely seen without his bow and quiver of arrows. Archery is, therefore, quite literally the sport of love – so give those nauseating cards a miss. Instead, surprise them with an archery lesson for two and prepare for a couples experience day you’ll both cherish far longer. Target archery is a challenging test of hand-eye coordination, so expect things to get pretty competitive – especially if you’ve a partner who doesn’t understand the meaning of ‘just for fun’.

Make like Robin Hood and Maid Marian, here.

A trip to the theatre always feels like an extra-special treat, and this show and dinner package promises you the perfect couples night out. Choose from a range of performances – including beloved musicals, Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera and Matilda; pop favourites, Motown and Mamma Mia or film adaptations like Sister Act, Kinky Boots or Back to The Future. GREAT SCOT! Ahead of the show, you’ll dine out at one of several local restaurants, savouring the varied flavours of the capital, before taking your seats in one of its venerable auditoriums. Nothing entertains quite like the glitz and energy of a staged musical, and you’ll be left clapping well into the final curtain call. Favourite parts to be discussed on the contented journey home.

Fancy the theatre, darling? Get your vouchers, here.

Need we say more? If Patrick and Demi’s steamily suggestive antics aren’t enough to convince you, we don’t know what will! All visual innuendos aside though, sharing a new creative hobby, like pottery, is a sure-fire way of bringing couples closer. Whether hand-building or throwing on a potter’s wheel, you’ll develop a new set of skills and an intuitive feeling for the material. You’ll share in each other’s improvements, successes, and maybe a few failures! Never mind; those wonky pots and exploding vases will all become part of your story together, just as the mantelpiece fills with your triumphant ceramic creations! Oh, my love, my darling…

Want to learn the way of the clay? Start here.

Can football be romantic? Die-hard fans would tell you it can be, with the 'romance of the cup' capturing the imagination of lower league fans every year, right up to the point where they are heartbroken. Again. Tales of heartache on the terraces may not be enough to convince your other half to accompany you for a game, but maybe start small with a stadium tour, then build up to a 5,500km away trip for a midweek European tie! .

From the iconic New Wembley tour, up to Anfield and the Liverpool LFC Museum, all the way to Glasgow... why not plan an entire road trip, around your (soon to be) joint passion.

There’s something about a river cruise that makes you feel at peace. Maybe it’s the change of pace compared to our hectic day-to-day. Perhaps it’s the motion of the water or the sensation of simply going with the flow. Whatever lies behind their unique magic, boat trips remain a favourite gift experience for couples – and a dinner cruise is the ultimate romantic indulgence. Climb aboard and take your seats, before embarking on a leisurely journey along the Thames – taking in the riverside sights while enjoying fine food expertly prepared by the on-board chefs. Throw in a glass of bubbly, live entertainment and five-star service – and you have a waterborne date night to remember! Past your bedtime? Happily, they do lunch too.

View all our dining cruises, here.

For those who haven’t heard of zorbing (where have you been?!) let us enlighten you. Zorbing is the extreme ‘sport’ of rolling down a hill inside a giant inflatable sphere. These human-size hamster balls typically hold two passengers harnessed opposite each other – and we think this makes for an awesome couples activity. I mean, what could be more romantic than gazing adoringly into your sweetheart’s eyes as the world turns upside down? Unfortunately, you’ll probably both be laughing too hard to savour the moment! Some rides include a few bucketfuls of water for good measure – leaving you thoroughly soaked by the bottom of the course. Nevertheless, after catching your breath, they’ll be only one thought on your minds – Again! Again!

Fancy giving it a go? Check out zorbing experiences, here.

A good massage can benefit us in myriad ways. It can reduce stress and lower blood pressure, promote muscle relaxation, improve posture and circulation, and even strengthen our immune system. Unfortunately, however, an inexpert massage can have quite the opposite effect – to our stress levels at least! If you’ve endured your partner’s ham-fisted kneading for too long, gifting them a massage workshop for two could be a subtle way of upping their game! Together, you’ll learn to perform a tension-relieving full body treatment using professional products and techniques. Your fully-trained instructor will demonstrate how to target problem areas and massage away those pesky knots – so pay close attention! They’ll be plenty more time to practice later on.

Does your other half give massages like Monica? Sort it out, here.

Argentine tango developed in the suburbs of Buenos Aires at the end of the 19th century. Its distinctive embrace is playful yet intimate, and few rules leave plenty of room for improvisational flair. Learning the fundamentals can be likened to learning a new language – in your case, the language of love! An introductory lesson will cover the basic techniques, patterns and steps, and you’ll be tutored by an experienced professional instructor. Under their expert guidance, you’ll soon master the essential figures that are the building blocks of any Argentine tango. Whether you’ve natural rhythm or two/four left feet, it’s a hugely rewarding hobby to take up – and one that’s sure to bring you closer. Just mind one another’s toes!

Intrigued? You can purchase vouchers for London-based classes, here.

In the 1480s, Leonardo Da Vinci had a brainwave (one of many). He conceived a vertical flying machine that would hover by compressing the air beneath it. His design was never built, but the sketches Leonardo made have prompted some historians to credit him with the invention of the helicopter. Now, we’re not going to get into that debate. Our concerns are couples, romance and love – and our Florentine friend had a few things to say about those too! Indeed, he’s oft quoted as declaring, ‘a life without love is no life at all’. Whether he actually said this or not – again, we’re not going there. No, instead, we choose to believe that the helicopter was invented by a soppy romantic, just like us. Maybe that’s why helicopter tours make such great gift experiences for couples, hmm?

For more (relevant) information about helicopter tours, head here.

Sometimes you just need to get away from it all. Work, the office, the long commute, the kids (bless them), feuding family members, dysfunctional friends – everything. With that in mind, our final suggestion is for the busy couple who yearn to spend some quality time together – just the two of them. A couples overnight break is a chance to escape the responsibilities and stresses of a demanding routine – a chance to live like royalty, before falling into a king-size bed you won’t have to make. At Experience Days, we’ve a great selection of restful nights away – from pampering spa breaks and luxury hotels, to a whimsical treehouse retreat.

Browse them all, here.