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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Roman Walk Private Full Day Guided Tour

A seven-hour walking tour through Rome's exterior landmarks, led by a locally-born licensed guide who navigates you past ancient ruins, Renaissance palazzi, churches and fountains without the hassle of ticket queues or museum crowds. Your guide unpacks Rome's layered history from the Kings through the Imperial and medieval periods, and shares insider knowledge on neighbourhood life, local eating spots and where to shop like a resident.

Italian Cooking Masterclass and Roman Market Tour - Small Group

Spend five hours in Rome learning to cook traditional pasta dishes alongside a professional chef. You'll start at a local market where the chef teaches you to spot quality ingredients, then move to the kitchen to prepare and cook several Roman classics. The afternoon wraps with a seated lunch where you'll eat what you've made, paired with regional wines. Small groups mean real feedback on your technique. Vegetarian adaptations are standard; just flag any allergies ahead of time.

Private Cooking Class at Local Home in Cagliari

Step into a Cagliaritan kitchen and learn to cook three traditional Sardinian dishes alongside your host, who shares family recipes passed down through generations. You'll prep ingredients, manage the heat, and sit down to eat what you've made, paired with local wines. It's a three-hour window into how people actually cook at home here—no theatre, no shortcuts.

Dining experience at a local's home in Prata di Pordenone with cooking demo

Cook alongside a home chef in Prata di Pordenone and eat what you've made together. This 2.5-hour session pairs hands-on cooking instruction with a four-course meal—antipasto, pasta, main with vegetables, and dessert—all washed down with regional wines and coffee. You'll work in someone's actual kitchen, learning family recipes that have travelled through generations, and sit down to eat in their dining room. Cesarine hosts this across Italy; these are real cooks who invite curious eaters into their homes.

2h 30mfrom AUD $142

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Turin, private tour from Milan

Travel from Milan to Turin for an eight-hour private walking tour of northern Italy's most refined city. Built by Romans and shaped by the Savoia dynasty, Turin reveals neoclassical palaces, royal heritage sites, and the architectural ambition of Italy's former capital. Your dedicated guide navigates you through aristocratic squares and centuries of design, from automotive heritage to the birthplace of Italian kings. Transport from your Milan hotel and expert commentary included; museum entries separate.

Premium Tasting of Wines and Tuscan Flavours

A 90-minute wine tasting on a Tuscan estate perched between Chianti and the Crete Senesi, where the winemakers themselves guide you through each bottle in an unhurried, intimate setting. Rather than a scripted group affair, you'll taste wines in context—each presented on its own terms—paired with local food to complement what's in your glass. The terrace opens onto two landscapes, and the whole experience unfolds at a pace that lets the wine, food, and surroundings speak.

1h 30mfrom AUD $55

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

The Very Best half day tour Of Rome

Squeeze Rome's essential landmarks into a single afternoon with an accredited guide who navigates the city's restricted zones and back streets. This four-hour private van tour covers major sites whilst avoiding the usual tourist queues, moving quickly between each stop so you see far more than standard walking tours allow. Your driver knows every shortcut and can drop you steps away from each monument, making the most of limited time.

Mediterranean Dinner in Positano at Nonna Colomba's Cellar

Eat like a local in Positano's hillside village of Montepertuso with a family-run dinner that begins with a guided walk through narrow lanes steeped in local lore. Your host cooks from recipes passed down through generations—nothing fancy, just honest seasonal food rooted in the land and the labour that tends it. The evening unfolds either on a sea-facing terrace or in a cool stone cellar, depending on weather, as you're welcomed into a genuine family table rather than a polished restaurant.

Authentic Tortelli Maremmani Class in a local home in Orbetello

Learn to shape Maremma tortelli in a local cook's home near Orbetello, where you'll master pasta-making techniques handed down through family generations. Over three hours, you'll prepare filled pasta, liver crostini, and biscotti alongside your host, then sit down to eat what you've made with regional wine. This is cooking as locals practise it—no demonstrations, just your hands in the dough.

Venice Walking Tour: an Authentic View of a Magnificent City

A two-hour walking tour through Venice's Cannaregio neighbourhood and beyond, led by someone who knows the city's backstreets intimately. You'll navigate narrow alleyways, cross bridges, and discover quiet squares where locals actually spend time, picking up stories about how this lagoon settlement became one of Europe's most visited destinations. The guide unpicks what makes Venice tick—its quirks, history, and the rhythms of everyday island life that guidebooks miss.

Dining Experience at a local's Home in Udine with Show Cooking

Cook alongside a Udine local in their home kitchen for an evening of show cooking and a four-course meal built from family recipes. You'll work side-by-side as your host prepares starter, pasta, mains with sides, and dessert, then sit down together to eat what you've made. Wine from regional producers and coffee round out the spread. Cesarine, Italy's largest network of home cooks, arranges these intimate dinners across 500+ cities—this is genuine kitchen hospitality, not restaurant theatre.

Private Transfer from Trieste city or Port to Venice + water taxi

Skip the queues at Trieste's cruise port or city centre and travel privately to Venice with a dedicated driver and water taxi connection included. This two-hour-fifty-five-minute journey bypasses the hassle of shared shuttles, getting you from port or hotel directly to your Venice address in an air-conditioned car with a professional at the wheel. Your driver meets you on schedule with a name plate, handles your bags, and charges are transparent—no surprises at the end.

Food stroll & tasting in Milan city centre

Walk through Milan's elegant central neighbourhood stopping at family-run venues for a progressive tasting menu. Over 3.5 hours, you'll sample Franciacorta sparkling wine in a tucked-away enoteca, taste risotto and fresh pasta at a celebrated osteria, explore an unpasteurised cheese monger, and work through five courses matched with regional wines, finishing with dessert. Your guide shares stories about Italian food traditions and local producers as you move between stops.

Modena area: Lambrusco Wine Tasting Experience

Spend 90 minutes exploring Lambrusco production in the Modena region with a sommelier-led experience. Walk through the wine museum and production cellar to understand traditional winemaking techniques, then taste three distinct local varieties—Sorbara, Grasparossa, and Spumante Metodo Classico—paired with regional charcuterie and cheese. Small-group tours keep the atmosphere intimate and the conversation genuine.

Castelsardo Vineyard and Wine Tasting Experience with Sunset

Sample three Sardinian wines across a working vineyard in Castelsardo, timed to catch the sunset. Over two hours, you'll walk the terraced vineyards with a guide, then settle in to taste Vermentino and Cannonau paired with local cured meats, cheese, and seafood-forward snacks. The light shifts as you drink—that's the point.

Lasagna & Cannelloni Class in Assisi’s Home-Style Cooking School

Roll up your sleeves in Assisi to build two classic Italian baked pastas from scratch. Over 2 hours 15 minutes, you'll work alongside a home cook at an intimate kitchen school, kneading dough, constructing lasagna layers, and piping cannelloni filling. Master the foundational sauces—béchamel and ragù—that transform simple ingredients into something worth returning for. Cap the session by eating what you've made, washed down with a glass of local wine amongst the convivial buzz of the school's dining space.

Turin: Egyptian Museum Tour and Aperitivo in Iconic Café

Explore Turin's world-class Egyptian collection with a knowledgeable local guide, bypassing queues at the museum. After 90 minutes navigating one of the globe's finest pharaonic collections outside Egypt, settle into Baratti&Milano, a 19th-century café institution, for drinks and snacks. The full experience runs 2–4 hours depending on your pace and café time.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $198

Bike Tour | Cave of Poetry and Arch of Lovers |

★ 5.0 (3)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Bike Tour | Cave of Poetry and Arch of Lovers |

Cycle through Salento's coastal gems on a single day guided tour featuring two standout stops: Arco degli Innamorati, where sea sculpts dramatic rock formations near Sant'Andrea, and Grotta della Poesia, a natural swimming hole regarded among Europe's finest. The route weaves through sun-baked farmland and pine-scented woodland at your own rhythm, mounted on quality SCOTT bikes with full logistical support from experienced local guides.

Pompeii, food and Wine

Combine archaeology and viticulture on this half-day journey from Sorrento, Positano or Naples. A local guide walks you through Pompeii's haunting remains for two hours, explaining how Mount Vesuvius's eruption froze Roman life in AD 79. Then head to Lacryma Christi vineyard on Vesuvius's slopes, where you'll see how volcanic soil shapes the region's distinctive wines. Transport, pickup and guide included; tastings and lunch available separately.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $533

Private Transportation from Naples Airport to Sorrento

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✈️ Transfers

Italy

Private Transportation from Naples Airport to Sorrento

Skip the airport hassle with a private car from Naples to Sorrento. Your driver meets you at arrivals holding a nameplate, then whisks you straight to your accommodation in around 75 minutes. The vehicle is yours alone—no shared minibus, no stops for other passengers. Book the return leg when you reserve, and you'll have the same reliable setup heading back to Naples. Chilled water included; the car's air-conditioned.

1h 10m – 1h 35mfrom AUD $158

Guided E-Bike tour of the historic center of Perugia

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Guided E-Bike tour of the historic center of Perugia

Explore Perugia's medieval core on a guided e-bike tour lasting 1–2 hours. You'll navigate steep cobbled streets and piazzas linking Gothic churches, Renaissance palaces and civic landmarks whilst learning local history from a certified guide. The route includes a stop to sample Perugia's celebrated chocolate, plus regional wines and oils. Depart and return from Piazza Italia in the heart of Umbria.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $117

Capri Private Tour from Positano - Motorboat 28ft

★ 5.0 (3)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Capri Private Tour from Positano - Motorboat 28ft

Hire a 28-foot motorboat with professional skipper for eight hours exploring Capri's coastline from Positano. You'll navigate the Amalfi's quieter waters, skip the ferry queues, and approach the Faraglioni rock formations and Blue Grotto at your own pace. Swim in crystalline coves, dock at Marina Grande to wander independently or eat lunch ashore, then return with prosecco and limoncello in hand.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1665

Naples to Pompeii with tickets, Sorrento and Positano photo stop

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Naples to Pompeii with tickets, Sorrento and Positano photo stop

An eight-hour loop from Naples covering three essential southern Italian destinations. Start with views across Positano's vertical village from a scenic overlook, then explore Sorrento's laneways at your own pace. The day peaks at Pompeii, where an archaeologist unpacks two millennia of Roman domestic life across the buried streets. Private vehicle and skip-the-line entry included; you handle the schedule within Sorrento's free hours.

8 hoursfrom AUD $210

Rome Walking Tour - Official Emily in Paris Experience

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome Walking Tour - Official Emily in Paris Experience

Follow the Roman locations featured in Emily in Paris Season 4 and 5 on a 2.5-hour guided walk through the city's most photogenic corners. Your guide shares set stories and behind-the-scenes details whilst you visit the actual piazzas, cafés and viewpoints that made the show memorable. It's a straightforward tour that lets you see Rome through the series' lens without losing sight of the real city beneath.

Rome Fettuccine, Ravioli & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Limoncello

Spend three hours in a Rome kitchen learning to roll fettuccine and ravioli, then build tiramisu from scratch with a local chef guiding a small group. Work through each dish at a pace that suits beginners and experienced cooks alike, then sit together to eat what you've made. A glass of limoncello rounds out the afternoon, and you'll leave with working recipes and the confidence to recreate these classics at home.

Small Group Venice Street Food & Sightseeing Tour with a Local

A 2.5-hour ramble through Venice's backstreet food culture with a local guide who knows where to eat. Start in Campo San Bartolo, work your way through traditional baccari sampling cicchetti, local cheeses, and bunarelli, then walk past the Frari Basilica, Campo Santa Margherita, and across the Grand Canal to finish at Rialto Market. Your guide doubles as a city resource—ask them anything about Venice while you eat.

2h 30mfrom AUD $73

Taormina and Etna Full Day Tour from Giardini Naxos cruise port

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Taormina and Etna Full Day Tour from Giardini Naxos cruise port

This 7–8 hour excursion from Giardini Naxos combines two of Sicily's standout attractions: the hilltop town of Taormina and the slopes of Mount Etna. You'll explore Taormina's elegant piazzas and Greek Theatre, then venture to Europe's most active volcano for views across its dramatic crater zone. Your guide navigates both cultural landmarks and geological drama, with port transfers and theatre admission included.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $845

Private day tour: Positano - Amalfi and Ravello

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private day tour: Positano - Amalfi and Ravello

An eight-hour private tour along the [Amalfi coast](/places/amalfi-coast), departing from Naples, that takes you through three distinctive towns—Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello—at your own pace. You'll have unscheduled time in each centre to explore the architecture, snap photographs, and soak up the coastal atmosphere without the constraints of group tours. Your driver handles all transport, with pickup and drop-off from your Naples port or hotel included.

Private cooking class with lunch or dinner at a local's home in Ragusa

Spend three hours in a Ragusa home learning to prepare a full three-course meal alongside your host, who'll walk you through regional techniques and ingredient selection. You'll cook, then sit down to eat what you've made, paired with local wine and espresso. The menu adapts to what you want to learn—whether that's pasta, risotto, or the local specialities that define this corner of Sicily.

2 Hour The Secrets of Assisi Underground Walking Guided Tour

A two-hour guided descent through Assisi's layered history, from medieval cathedral crypts to Roman streetscapes. Your local guide navigates you through the Diocesan Museum and the subterranean forum, revealing how this hilltop town was built atop classical foundations. You'll handle artefacts and walk where merchants once traded, piecing together centuries of occupation in one compact tour.

eBiking along the Appian Way

Pedal 19 kilometres through Rome's ancient countryside on electric bike, exploring the Appian Way's lesser-known corners. This 3.5-hour ride departs from Circus Maximus and ventures into the Park of the Aqueducts, where you'll encounter crumbling Roman structures and the engineering marvel that is a 50-kilometre perfectly straight road. The eBike's motor handles uneven terrain and inclines effortlessly, so fitness level irrelevant. Your archaeologist guide unpicks the stories behind burial monuments, imperial bathhouses and film locations whilst explaining how Romans achieved such precision engineering without modern tools.

Private transfer from Palermo airport to Marsala port or vice versa

Direct private transport connects Palermo airport to Marsala port in just over an hour, avoiding the hassle of shuttle queues or taxis. Travel in your own air-conditioned car, minivan or minibus with a professional driver who meets you at arrivals with your name on a sign. The service covers the full journey between airport and port with no surprise costs, plus 60 minutes of waiting time built in for delays or last-minute changes.

Transfer from Pozzallo to Syracuse Ortigia and viceversa

Private car service connecting Pozzallo with Syracuse's Ortigia district in 45 minutes. Book online, get picked up by a local driver who knows the roads, and arrive without fuss. Your chauffeur waits up to an hour at no extra charge if your flight's delayed, tracks arrivals in real time, and keeps the vehicle cool and connected. Fixed pricing—no surprises at checkout.

Bellagio Group Lake Como Kayak Tour

Paddle across Lake Como's crystalline waters on a 1 hour 40 minute guided kayak tour around the Bellagio peninsula. Navigate past dramatic cliff faces and lakeside villas whilst taking in Alpine views from your kayak. Small group format means you'll discover secluded spots like the Rockefeller cliffs and Villa Serbelloni without the crowds. All equipment provided; transport to the launch point is your responsibility.

Breakfast in Luxury private boat

Chase the Sicilian sunrise aboard a private boat with breakfast and coffee while scanning the waters for dolphins. This 2.5-hour voyage departs from near Taormina, cruising past Giardini Naxos, Isola Bella, Mazzarò beach, and the Mermaid's Cave. The boat's cabin features large windows and thoughtful design so you can watch the coastline from any angle whilst eating and drinking without missing the light.

2h 30mfrom AUD $624

Old Naples Between Art and Faith and Maradona

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Old Naples Between Art and Faith and Maradona

Navigate Naples' layered past on your own schedule across 30 stops in 2–3 hours. You'll track the cathedral housing the city's patron saint, peer at the entrance to Napoli Sotterranea's subterranean chambers, spot a verified Banksy work, and wander the Spanish Quarters' dense streets to find the Maradona mural that embodies local identity. Built for newcomers seeking genuine cultural touchstones without structured group timings.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $10

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Private Transfer Sorrento to Amalfi with 2h of Sightseeing

Skip the bus queues and hire a private car with driver for your journey from Sorrento to Amalfi. Over three hours, your English-speaking local driver handles navigation and luggage whilst you choose two stops en route to explore the coastline at your own pace. The car's air-conditioned, you've got bottled water on hand, and lunch breaks are negotiable. A straightforward way to travel between towns without the hassle of coordinating public transport or driving an unfamiliar coastal road yourself.

Olio evo bronze experience at Frantoio Buonamici in Fiesole

Visit Frantoio Buonamici in Fiesole for a hands-on look at how bronze-pressed extra virgin olive oil comes together. Your guide walks you through the mill's operations before you taste three to five oils paired with crackers and fresh green apple. The experience runs about an hour and suits all fitness levels, with wheelchair access and public transport nearby.

Private Transfer from Florence to Rome with 2h Sightseeing Stop

Travel between [Florence](/places/florence) and Rome in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a local driver, breaking up the five to seven-hour journey with a two-hour stop to explore sights along the route. Your English-speaking driver knows the region well and shares insights as you go, though they're not a professional guide. Hotel pickups and drop-offs are included, along with bottled water and all transport fees.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $664

Rome - Winetasting with locals - private Tour

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🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Rome - Winetasting with locals - private Tour

Spend an afternoon at a fourth-generation Roman winery, tasting wines directly with the family who've made them since 1712. This three-hour private visit includes transport from your accommodation, a guided tasting of their range, and light snacks paired with the wines. You'll walk through cellars still using traditional methods and hear stories from the people who actually run the place—no tourist crowds, just conversation and good wine.

3h 15mfrom AUD $273

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