Experience Gifts Under $500

Big Gifts Under $500

Some occasions call for more than a token present, and a budget of up to $500 is where experience gifts really start to wow. Think helicopter rides, stock car racing, private guided tours and dinner cruises with a view, all ready to give as gifts under $500. If you are buying during the sales, browse our Black Friday deals first, and if you want to keep the spend lower, our gifts under $200 have plenty of smaller treats.

Flights, Track Days and Private Tours

Adrenaline fans can take the wheel of a stock car at a famous raceway, climb into a biplane cockpit or book a first flying lesson. City lovers can go behind the scenes on a private museum tour or ride a helicopter past skyscrapers at night. For couples, there are romantic dinner cruises, private sailing charters and spa packages for two, and food lovers can book a private chef led class or tasting tour. New flights, tours and cruises are added regularly, so there is often something they have never seen before.

For Milestones and Big Celebrations

A gift at this level suits the moments that matter most. It makes a memorable anniversary gift, a standout Christmas present for a partner and a fitting way to mark a milestone birthday. If you want the very top end, our luxury experience gifts include even more exclusive picks. Send it as an instant e-voucher or choose a printed gift box with a card for a gift to unwrap.

Do bigger experiences need more notice to book?

Flights, track days and private charters often fill up faster, especially on weekends, so it is worth booking a few weeks ahead once the gift has been opened.

What if the weather is bad on the day?

Outdoor experiences such as flights and sails can usually be moved to a new date if the weather is unsafe, so the gift is not wasted.