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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Guided tour of Alberobello

Explore [Alberobello](/places/trulli-of-alberobello)'s signature cone-roofed trulli dwellings on this 90-minute guided walk through one of southern Italy's most distinctive villages. Starting at Piazza del Popolo, you'll move through the Aia Piccola neighbourhood, visit the territorial museum, and step inside an actual trullo home. The tour wraps with local food and wine tasting in a restored 18th-century trullo, followed by time to browse local shops.

1h 30m – 1h 40mfrom AUD $92

3-Hours Vintage Electric Private Driving Tour of Rome

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

3-Hours Vintage Electric Private Driving Tour of Rome

Travel through Rome's most recognisable landmarks and tucked-away corners from the seat of a restored electric vintage convertible. This three-hour private driving tour takes you past the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps, then ventures into less-visited quarters like the Jewish Ghetto and the Keyhole viewpoint on Aventine Hill, where St. Peter's Basilica frames perfectly through a gate. Your English-speaking driver collects you from your hotel and steers a sustainable route through the city's layered history, from ancient Roman ruins to Renaissance piazzas.

3h 10mfrom AUD $1149

Private Tour Rome By Night with Limo service and English Speaking Driver

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tour Rome By Night with Limo service and English Speaking Driver

Cruise through Rome's nocturnal landscape in a private limousine with an English-speaking driver, discovering the city's transformed character after dark. Over three hours, you'll pass illuminated landmarks including the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and St. Peter's Basilica, whilst following the Tiber River's glowing bridges. This is Rome stripped of daytime crowds—gothic, theatrical, and genuinely atmospheric.

Private Chianti with Lunch Half Day from Florence

Spend a morning and early afternoon in Chianti Classico with a sommelier, visiting two family-owned wineries to learn how Tuscan reds are made and aged. You'll taste wines at both estates, then sit down to a lunch built from local producers—the kind of meal where the wine genuinely shapes what you eat. Pickup from [Florence](/places/florence); back by early afternoon.

Private Transfer from La Spezia to Florence

A private car whisks you from La Spezia to [Florence](/places/florence) in under two hours, with a dedicated English-speaking driver who knows the region well. Skip the train station queues and public transport shuffle—your driver meets you at your preferred pickup point and delivers you directly to your chosen Florence address. The vehicle is air-conditioned and stocked with bottled water, leaving you free to settle in and anticipate what's ahead.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $456

Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Entrance

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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Entrance

Walk through Rome's most iconic ruins with a local guide who unpacks the city's rise from republic to empire across the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. This two-hour tour traces the footsteps of ancient Romans through streets and structures that shaped Western civilization, with skip-the-line access and insider anecdotes that bring dusty stones to life.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $133

Transfer from Sorrento to Naples or Naples to Sorrento

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✈️ Transfers

Italy

Transfer from Sorrento to Naples or Naples to Sorrento

Direct private transfer between Sorrento and Naples in a Mercedes sedan, operated by a licensed driver familiar with the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) routes. The journey covers roughly 60 kilometres through coastal terrain and motorway sections. All major costs—fuel, tolls, parking—are bundled in, making budgeting straightforward. Suits travellers heading to the airport, train station, or city centre without the hassle of public transport or negotiating taxi fares.

Livorno Private Departure Transfer: Central Florence to Cruise Port

Skip the stress of organising your own transport to Livorno's cruise terminal. This straightforward private transfer collects you from your [Florence](/places/florence) accommodation and delivers you to the port in roughly 90 minutes. Your driver meets you at your hotel, handles the route logistics, and gets you to embarkation with time to spare. Bookings confirm within a day, and you'll have your voucher in hand before departure.

1h 20m – 1h 50mfrom AUD $323

Mini Vintage Cabriolet - Little Ancient Tour & Spectacular Sunset on the beach

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Mini Vintage Cabriolet - Little Ancient Tour & Spectacular Sunset on the beach

Cruise Rome's highlights in an open-top vintage Mini before heading to the coast for sunset. This four-hour private outing takes you past the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) and through the Orange Garden on Aventine Hill, with stops at St. Peter's Basilica. As dusk falls, you'll arrive at Singita Miracle Beach near Fregene, where loungers give way to cushioned seating on the sand. Watch the sun dip while aperitifs and dinner unfold against the Tyrrhenian Sea.

4 hoursfrom AUD $300

Private Tuscany Excursion. Florence American Cemetery, Greve in Chianti, Winery

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tuscany Excursion. Florence American Cemetery, Greve in Chianti, Winery

A curated eight-hour drive through Tuscany's rolling hills, departing [Florence](/places/florence) with a private English-speaking driver. Visit the Florence American Cemetery, then venture into Chianti wine country via Greve, where you'll stop at a family-run winery for tastings and lunch (at your own cost). The afternoon is yours to choose: explore a second vineyard or wander the hilltop village of Castellina in Chianti. Ideal for those wanting to see working vineyards without the tourist crowds.

Private Exclusive Tour of Florence main attractions with local licensed Guide

A 2-hour guided walk through [Florence](/places/florence)'s historic core with a licensed art historian who unpacks the city's Renaissance landmarks. You'll navigate from Santa Croce Church through the Bargello Palace to Piazza della Signoria, taking in the Palazzo Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery—buildings that shaped Florence's political and artistic trajectory. Ideal for getting your bearings on arrival.

2 hoursfrom AUD $315

Rome for cruisers: transfer by Minivan + 4-hour tour by Golf Cart

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome for cruisers: transfer by Minivan + 4-hour tour by Golf Cart

This nine-hour cruise-port excursion picks you up at your ship and whisks you to Rome via private minivan, then explores the city's highlights aboard an open-sided golf cart with a guide who tailors the route to your interests. You'll cover ground that would exhaust on foot, then have free time to wander before heading back to the port. The golf cart approach lets you see Rome's major sights without the crowds or fatigue of a coach tour.

Kid-Friendly Florence Tour by Night with Gelato & Pizza

Explore [Florence](/places/florence)'s essential landmarks on foot after dark with a guide trained to keep children engaged. This 2.5-hour walk starts in Piazza Signoria and threads through the Duomo precinct, Santa Maria del Fiore's exterior, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Repubblica. The route deliberately avoids daytime crowds. You'll finish with pizza and gelato, turning the tour into a genuine evening outing rather than a rushed checklist.

2h 30mfrom AUD $375

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Visit Naples from cruise terminal

A walking tour designed for cruise passengers with limited time in Naples, led by a local guide who navigates you through the city's key neighbourhoods on foot. You'll cover major sights, absorb the rhythm of Naples' street life, and pause for authentic Neapolitan pizza. The tour runs 2–8 hours depending on your ship's schedule, making it practical for those docking at the terminal.

2 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $450

Private Transfer from Accommodation in FLORENCE to Accommodation in ROME

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✈️ Transfers

Italy

Private Transfer from Accommodation in FLORENCE to Accommodation in ROME

Skip the station scramble and get driven door-to-door from your [Florence](/places/florence) digs to your Rome accommodation in a private Mercedes with a dedicated driver. This 3–3.5 hour transfer cuts out the hassle of luggage wrestling, train timetables, and navigating unfamiliar transport networks. You'll arrive refreshed and ready to explore, not frazzled from public transport chaos.

3h 10m – 3h 40mfrom AUD $1665

Day Tour to Alberobello and Polignano a Mare

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Day Tour to Alberobello and Polignano a Mare

Eight-hour guided loop through two of Puglia's standout towns, departing mid-morning from Gallipoli or elsewhere in Lecce province. Start in [Alberobello](/places/trulli-of-alberobello), where whitewashed cone-roofed trulli dot hillside neighbourhoods—wander the backstreets, duck into craft studios, and tick off the main heritage sites. Then swing coastal to Polignano a Mare, a clifftop village with dramatic sea views and a famous cove beach below. You'll have breathing room to browse, eat, and absorb each place at your own pace before the afternoon return.

Post Cruise Rome (Driver Only/Self Touring)

Private driver collects you from Civitavecchia port at 7:30 AM and takes you directly to your Rome hotel, arriving around 5:00 PM. You've got the full day to explore the city at your own pace while your luggage stays secure in the air-conditioned Mercedes with your English-speaking driver. No fixed itinerary—you decide which sites to visit, how long to linger, and where to eat.

9h 30mfrom AUD $1399

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome in a Day Shore Excursion

Squeeze Rome's iconic landmarks into a single day with this port-to-port excursion from Civitavecchia. Your driver collects you at the dock and shuttles you through nine hours of the Eternal City's layered history: the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s ancient grandeur, Baroque piazzas anchored by the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain, then the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Lunch is yours to arrange between the classical and papal sections. Transport and entrance tickets included; you're back at the ship by evening.

9 hoursfrom AUD $2198

Walking Tour and Wine Experience in Florence

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Walking Tour and Wine Experience in Florence

Explore [Florence](/places/florence)'s artistic landmarks on foot with knowledgeable guides who reveal the stories behind the city's greatest works. Over two and a half hours, you'll navigate the historic centre before settling in for wine and local bites with views across the Arno. This walk suits all fitness levels and is fully accessible, making it an ideal introduction to the city's cultural layers.

2h 30mfrom AUD $215

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Kickstarter Rome Tour for First Timers

Arrive in Rome and get oriented without the overwhelm. This 3-hour golf cart loop hits Rome's essential landmarks while you settle in, guided by someone who actually knows the city. You'll roll past major sights, pop inside the Pantheon, and leave with a mental map of where everything sits. Perfect for jet-lagged arrivals or travellers with limited time who want efficient sightseeing without trudging on foot.

Rome Fiumicino Airport Transfer

Private car collection from Rome Fiumicino Airport to your accommodation. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a name board and you'll have their contact details beforehand. The vehicle is clean and insured, the driver speaks English, and the journey typically takes 55 minutes depending on traffic. One-way fare includes all taxes and fees.

Florence for Families Private Tour

A private three-hour exploration of [Florence](/places/florence)'s artistic core, designed for families. Your guide leads you through the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David, then navigates Renaissance landmarks like the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria. The tour balances serious art history with engaging storytelling that holds children's attention, uncovering how Florence shaped Western culture without requiring expert knowledge beforehand.

Underground Rome: Saint Clement's and Roman Houses Private Tour

Descend beneath Rome's streets to witness four centuries of layered history at the Basilica of Saint Clement. Your guide leads you from the 12th-century church down through medieval levels to a 1st-century pagan temple dedicated to Mithras, revealing how the city's ground has risen over two millennia. Located steps from the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), this archaeological site offers a visceral sense of Rome's continuous transformation and the cults that captivated soldiers and gladiators during the empire's height.

2h 30mfrom AUD $408

Explore Rome on a Vespa with a Professional Photographer

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Explore Rome on a Vespa with a Professional Photographer

Cruise Rome's historic heart aboard a Vespa whilst a photographer documents your journey. Over 90 minutes, you'll sweep past the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), climb to the Orange Garden's vistas on Aventine Hill, ride by the Mouth of Truth, and approach Castel Sant'Angelo. The route winds through Piazza Venezia and concludes at Piazza Navona, where you'll sample tiramisu amongst Renaissance fountains. Your guide navigates the backstreets; the photographer ensures you leave with 20 polished images of the city's grandest monuments.

Lecce E-Bike Tour between Maritime Villages and Ancient Masserie

Pedal through Salento's countryside on a Specialized e-bike, linking coastal villages and centuries-old fortified farmhouses across five hours. The route weaves through olive groves down to the Adriatic's edge, where you'll pause for lunch overlooking the water. A virtual guide on your phone keeps you oriented while the motor handles the harder climbs, letting you focus on the landscape shifting from agricultural inland to rocky shoreline.

5 hoursfrom AUD $117

Shore Excursion to Rome from Civitavecchia Port with Typical Lunch included

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Shore Excursion to Rome from Civitavecchia Port with Typical Lunch included

A nine-hour Roman sprint from Civitavecchia port covering three millennia of architecture and history. You'll see the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Forum, and Circus Maximus before moving through Renaissance and Baroque landmarks—Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Navona Square, St Peter's. Mid-tour, settle into a neighbourhood trattoria for authentic Roman lunch with wine and water included. Air-conditioned transport gets you back to ship by 5pm.

Rome Elegance: 3-Hour Private Chauffeur Tour in Style

A three-hour private chauffeur tour through Rome's centre, departing from your hotel in a climate-controlled vehicle. You'll pass key monuments—the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), St. Peter's Basilica, Spanish Steps—while your driver navigates traffic and shares local knowledge. Ideal for travellers wanting to cover ground without the noise and hassle of public transport, with time to hop out for photos or a closer look.

Exclusive Rib for Tours Along the Baunei Coast

Pilot your own rigid inflatable boat along Sardinia's Baunei coastline with skipper Davide for eight hours of unscripted exploration. You dictate the rhythm—which emerald coves to visit, where to anchor for swimming, which sea caves to investigate—while he navigates. The boat carries snorkelling gear, a welcoming aperitif, and a beach parasol. Chart your own course rather than follow a set itinerary.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2498

Private transfer from Naples to Positano with tour of Pompeii Ruins

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Private transfer from Naples to Positano with tour of Pompeii Ruins

Skip the motorway monotony between Naples and the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast). This private transfer stops at Pompeii for two hours, letting you explore the preserved Roman city en route to Positano or Praiano. Travel in an air-conditioned minivan with your own driver, bundling transport and sightseeing into a single journey. Hotel pickups and drop-offs included. Book the Pompeii entrance ticket separately.

Private Guided Sailing Boat Tour on Lake Como with Aperitif

Glide across Lake Como on a vintage sailing vessel built over a century ago, taking in alpine scenery and lakeside architecture from the water. Your three-hour voyage includes stops near grand estates and quiet villages while you sip Italian wine and nibble local appetisers as the sun dips. The skipper weaves in architectural and historical context, making this equal parts exploration and easy indulgence—perfect for marking an occasion or simply unwinding on the water.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1649

One Way Private Transfer: Florence to Rome with Visit to San Gimignano and Siena

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

One Way Private Transfer: Florence to Rome with Visit to San Gimignano and Siena

Travel from [Florence](/places/florence) to Rome in a private Mercedes minivan with an English-speaking driver, breaking the journey with stops in the medieval hill towns of San Gimignano and Siea. This point-to-point transfer spans approximately 2 hours of driving time, though the full experience stretches longer with town visits. The air-conditioned vehicle accommodates all travellers, including families with infants.

2 hoursfrom AUD $2584

Pompeii Private Tour with Tickets and Wine Tasting Lunch

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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Pompeii Private Tour with Tickets and Wine Tasting Lunch

Spend eight hours tracing the footsteps of Pompeii's ancient residents, then shift gears to the volcanic slopes where Vesuvius-region winemakers craft their craft. A private guide walks you through the buried city's temples, theatres and frescoed homes, revealing how residents lived before the eruption. After lunch, you'll tour working vineyards clinging to Vesuvius's slopes and taste local wines including Lacryma Christi alongside regional cheeses. Skip-the-line entry and private transport included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1025

Rome All Inclusive Tour Sistine Chapel, Colosseum & Ancient Rome

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome All Inclusive Tour Sistine Chapel, Colosseum & Ancient Rome

Six-hour guided tour covering Rome's essential monuments with skip-the-line access to the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Walk through the Roman Forum, see the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona with a private local guide. All major entrance fees included. Meet your guide at an agreed point; public transport connects nearby.

6 hoursfrom AUD $926

Rome Unveiled: Exclusive 4-Hour Private Tour with Personal Driver

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome Unveiled: Exclusive 4-Hour Private Tour with Personal Driver

A four-hour private tour of Rome with a dedicated driver covering the city's most recognisable monuments and quieter corners. You'll see the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) and Vatican City, then venture into the catacombs where early Christian history survives in underground chambers. Your driver navigates Rome's tangled streets while sharing knowledge of what you're seeing, hitting both headline sights and spots most visitors skip. It's a measured pace through layers of Roman life, past and present.

4 hoursfrom AUD $296

Panoramic Tour of Florence – Piazzale Michelangelo Viewpoint

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Panoramic Tour of Florence – Piazzale Michelangelo Viewpoint

A 1 hour 20 minute van tour weaving through [Florence](/places/florence)'s narrow streets inaccessible to larger coaches, piloted by a knowledgeable local driver. You'll navigate authentic Florentine alleyways and climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic city views and breathing room away from the typical tour-group crush. The route balances comfort with genuine discovery, trading guided commentary for the freedom to soak in the vistas at your own pace.

1h 20mfrom AUD $48

Tuscany essentials: Florence and the Leaning tower of Pisa

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Tuscany essentials: Florence and the Leaning tower of Pisa

Eight-hour private drive through Tuscany connecting [Florence](/places/florence)'s Renaissance core with Pisa's famous leaning cathedral. Your driver navigates the route while you soak in rolling hills, medieval towns, and two of Italy's most recognisable landmarks. Covers all transport logistics—tolls, parking, vehicle—so you focus on the sights. Fleet includes accessible vehicles for those needing them.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1332

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Florence Electric Bike Rentals

Explore [Florence](/places/florence) at your own rhythm on an electric bike, covering ground that would take hours on foot. Ride along the Arno's banks past the Cathedral, slip into neighbourhood pockets locals favour, and push into the Cascine Park or Tuscan hills beyond the city. You'll swap tourist queues for quieter routes, discovering Renaissance architecture and countryside views without pedalling hard.

2 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $25

★ 5.0 (3)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

2 Hours Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

A private two-hour boat tour exploring Lake Como's shoreline with a captain who knows the lake intimately. Navigate past villas, villages and steep green slopes at your own pace, with freedom to swim, linger in villages or simply drift along the water. Groups up to six travel together, and the boat carries aperitif and water. Shape the route around what draws you—history, architecture, quiet coves or a particular town.

2 hoursfrom AUD $1125

Private Door-To-Door Transfer From Genoa To Florence

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Private Door-To-Door Transfer From Genoa To Florence

A private car whisks you from Genoa to [Florence](/places/florence) in roughly two to three hours, with pickup and drop-off at locations of your choosing. Your English-speaking driver handles navigation and logistics while you settle in with bottled water and air conditioning. It's a straightforward point-to-point service designed to get you to Florence rested and ready, without the hassle of trains or shared shuttles.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $435

The Uffizi Gallery: Private Guided tour of Florence Art Museum

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

The Uffizi Gallery: Private Guided tour of Florence Art Museum

Spend two and a half hours exploring [Florence](/places/florence)'s most celebrated art collection with a private guide who'll navigate you through Renaissance treasures. The Uffizi has commanded serious pilgrims since 1581, holding works by Botticelli, Leonardo, and Caravaggio across its luminous rooms. Your guide unlocks the stories behind the paintings before releasing you to wander solo—linger as long as you like with your ticket included.

2h 30mfrom AUD $356

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