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Sunset tour in Naples between views and local aperitif

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Sunset tour in Naples between views and local aperitif

Skip the crowded centro and chase the golden hour across Posillipo, Naples' quietest vantage point. This 2.5-hour evening ramble takes you to clifftop lookouts where Vesuvius, the bay islands and city lights compose themselves against the sunset. You'll move in a small group at an unhurried pace, stopping at spots locals actually frequent, then settle with a drink at Parco Virgiliano as the sky ignites. It's the kind of Naples discovery you won't stumble onto alone.

Eat Like A Local In Florence: Private & Personalized

Spend three hours wandering [Florence](/places/florence)'s working-class quarters with a local who shares your tastes. You'll taste your way through Sant'Ambrogio Market and beyond, sampling everything from crispy schiacciata to lampredotto, paired with Tuscan wine and regional sweets. Before you meet, fill out a quick questionnaire so you're matched with someone whose interests align with yours—not a scripted tour, but a genuine neighbourhood ramble with 6–8 tastings and two drinks across a few beloved spots.

Private tour to Cinque Terre on a traditional Ligurian gozzo boat.

Explore [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre)'s five villages from the water aboard a traditional wooden gozzo, the classic fishing boat of this Ligurian coastline. Over eight hours, you'll navigate hidden coves and sea caves, swim in clear waters teeming with fish, and visit each village from the shore. Your skipper shares local stories over wine, focaccia, and homemade pesto whilst you take in steep vineyards, clifftop settlements, and the working rhythms of a fishing community that's changed little in centuries.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1332

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome by Night Private Tour

A 2.5-hour private drive through Rome's nocturnal streets, with your driver narrating the city's after-dark character. You'll sweep past major landmarks as they light up—the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Vatican surrounds, ancient forums—without stopping for paid entries. It's Rome seen from a moving vehicle, the way locals navigate it when the tour buses have gone home.

Horseback Ride through the Emilian Hills from Vergato

Saddle up for a one-hour ride through the rolling Emilian countryside near Vergato, where a qualified guide leads you along quiet forest trails and stream crossings. Beginners welcome—you'll get a hands-on orientation before heading out, leaving the noise of towns behind for an afternoon of genuine pastoral calm. The route suits all fitness levels and works well for small groups wanting to reconnect outdoors without fuss.

Private Guided Hiking Tour in the Dolomites of Cortina

A six-hour guided walk through Cortina's Dolomites with a local mountain expert who reads the landscape like a book—pointing out geological formations, wildlife patterns, and the human stories etched into these peaks. Routes flex to match your pace and interests, whether you're after alpine meadows, dramatic ridgelines, or quiet forest tracks. You'll gain real insight into what shaped this terrain, not just tick off viewpoints.

6 hoursfrom AUD $333

Tour of Amalfi+Emerald Grotto+Positano (FullDay 8h)

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Tour of Amalfi+Emerald Grotto+Positano (FullDay 8h)

A full-day private drive along Italy's [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), hitting three essential stops across 8–9 hours. Start in Amalfi, the historic maritime republic where an 11th-century cathedral anchors narrow streets lined with shops and beach access. Descend by boat into the Emerald Grotto, where filtered light turns the underground chamber luminous green amid natural rock formations. Finish in Positano, the pastel-hued clifftop village famed since the 1960s for its artisan ceramics, wine bars, and coastal views. Private transport, English-speaking driver, and air conditioning throughout.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $881

Pesto Cooking Class at Villa in Santa Margherita Ligure

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Pesto Cooking Class at Villa in Santa Margherita Ligure

Learn to pound Genovese pesto the traditional way at Villa San Giacomo, a historic property perched above the Ligurian coast near Santa Margherita Ligure. Over two hours, a local cook guides you through selecting basil, garlic, pine nuts and cheese, then teaches the proper technique with mortar and pestle. You'll finish by eating your creation—fresh pesto coating trofie pasta—whilst gazing at the Gulf, with a glass of regional wine in hand.

Private Boat Tour of the Amalfi Coast with Aperitif

Charter a private boat along Italy's [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) for seven hours of coastal exploration between Salerno and Positano. Steer your own itinerary with flexible boarding from multiple villages—Vietri sul Mare, Cetara, Maiori, Minori, Amalfi, Praiano, or Positano—and anchor where you please. A prosecco aperitif with snacks punctuates the day as you glide past dramatic cliffs, pastel villages, and secluded coves. The boat comes stocked with towels and cold water; fuel is extra.

Learn Ligurian focaccia and pesto

Master the art of making Ligurian focaccia and pesto in this 90-minute hands-on class. You'll learn the techniques to recreate these iconic dishes in your own kitchen back home, guided by someone who knows the region's traditional methods inside out. Walk away with the confidence to produce restaurant-quality focaccia and pesto that actually tastes authentic.

Full Day Private Boat Tour to Capri from Praiano

A private eight-hour boat journey from Praiano to Capri aboard a traditional wooden gozzo, navigating the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) and Punta Campanella marine reserve. You'll explore Capri's signature limestone formations—the Blue Grotto, natural arch, and towering Faraglioni stacks—then swim in the emerald waters of the Green Grotto. After three hours ashore in Marina Piccola for lunch and wandering Capri's narrow streets, the return route includes a snorkelling stop at the quieter Li Galli Islands. Maximum six passengers.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2280

Private Transfer from Fiumicino Airport with 3 Hours Rome Tour

★ 5.0 (2)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Private Transfer from Fiumicino Airport with 3 Hours Rome Tour

Land at Fiumicino and skip the airport scramble with a private driver who'll meet you at arrivals. You'll have three hours to explore Rome's headline sights—[Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps—before being dropped at your hotel in the city centre. Travelling in a climate-controlled luxury car beats queuing for taxis, and your driver knows the city well enough to navigate traffic and suggest where to linger.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1249

Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Pesaro

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Private Cooking Class at a Cesarina's Home in Pesaro

Learn to cook three signature regional dishes at a Cesarina's home in Pesaro over four hours. Your host will walk you through authentic Italian techniques whilst you work at your own station, then sit down to eat what you've made paired with local wines. It's a practical, hands-on introduction to how home cooks in this corner of Italy actually cook.

4 hoursfrom AUD $241

Rome Golf Cart Tour with Gelato and Souvenir

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome Golf Cart Tour with Gelato and Souvenir

Cruise through Rome's most photographed landmarks aboard a golf cart with a local guide steering you between the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Piazza Navona, and Trevi Fountain. Over two to three hours, you'll pause at each site for photos, taste creamy gelato, sip Prosecco, and pocket a memento of the city. Groups of up to seven work well here—couples get an intimate pace, families appreciate the relaxed rhythm, and everyone avoids blistered feet.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $200

Capri, Blue Grotto and Positano in a Day Tour from Sorrento

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Capri, Blue Grotto and Positano in a Day Tour from Sorrento

Explore two showstopping spots on the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) in a single day from Sorrento. You'll ferry to Capri for a visit to the Blue Grotto—a luminous sea cave accessible by boat—then head to Positano, where pastel-painted buildings cascade down cliffs toward turquoise water. A private guide leads the way, handling all ferry tickets and island transport over eight hours. Your driver collects you from Marina Piccola and returns you to Sorrento at day's end.

8 hoursfrom AUD $966

Florence: Taste of Italy in Every Step (Private or Small Group)

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Florence: Taste of Italy in Every Step (Private or Small Group)

Walk through [Florence](/places/florence) with a local guide who shapes the route around your interests, mixing famous landmarks like the Duomo with lesser-known artisan corners across the Oltrarno. Over four hours, you'll taste where locals actually eat—proper gelato, Chianti in a traditional wine bar—rather than tourist traps. Your itinerary is sorted before you arrive; tickets pre-booked, a guide arranged, snacks and wine included. Built for anyone curious about how the city actually works, whether it's your first visit or fifth.

Private All-inclusive Florence Wonders Walking Tour with Accademia Gallery

A three-hour private walking tour through [Florence](/places/florence)'s artistic heart, led by a local guide. You'll begin at the Accademia Gallery to encounter Michelangelo's David and Renaissance sculptures, then traverse the city's landmark monuments: the Duomo with Brunelleschi's dome, the Baptistery, Giotto's Campanile, Orsanmichele, and the bustling Mercato della Paglia. The tour concludes at Piazza della Signoria, where the Loggia dei Lanzi's classical statuary and Palazzo Vecchio frame centuries of Florentine power and artistic achievement.

3 hoursfrom AUD $400

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Florence in Full

An eight-to-nine-hour private tour of [Florence](/places/florence) departing directly from your cruise ship. Your English-speaking driver navigates you through the Renaissance heart—the Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo, the Accademia, and Ponte Vecchio—at whatever pace suits you. You call the shots on timing at each stop; your driver provides local context and suggestions. Door-to-door transport with all logistics covered.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $863

Basilica of St. Antonio of Padua Private Tour from Rome

★ 5.0 (2)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Basilica of St. Antonio of Padua Private Tour from Rome

Travel by business-class train from Rome to Padua for a 10-11 hour private tour of the Basilica di Sant'Antonio, a 13th-14th century architectural marvel blending Venetian, Byzantine and Romanesque elements. Your English-speaking guide leads you through the basilica's ornate interior, including Donatello's altar and the Cappella delle Reliquie, then explores surrounding landmarks: [Piazza delle Erbe](/places/piazza-delle-erbe-italy), Prato della Valle and Palazzo della Ragione. Luxury car transport and round-trip rail tickets included.

10 hours – 11 hoursfrom AUD $2631

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Civitavecchia Port of Rome Food Tour

A three-hour guided food tour through Civitavecchia led by a local who knows where the best bites hide. You'll taste your way through the port city's culinary scene—cured meats, regional cheeses, fried street specialities, pizza, gelato, and a proper Italian aperitivo. The route weaves through the bustling market, the waterfront, and the historic Fortezza Michelangelo, revealing how food shapes the character of this seaside town.

Culatello and Parmigiano: Private half-day tour in Parma

Spend four to five hours exploring the food heritage of Parma through two of Italy's most celebrated products. You'll visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy to see cheese-making in action, then venture into a family-owned estate dedicated to Culatello di Zibello, the country's most revered cured meat. The tour follows traditional methods passed down through generations before finishing with lunch at a neighbourhood trattoria where you'll taste both specialities.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $413

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Photoshoot in Florence

A 90-minute private photography session across [Florence](/places/florence)'s most photogenic corners, guided by a local photographer who knows both the famous landmarks and tucked-away backstreets. Work through the city's best light, finishing as the sun sets behind the Ponte Vecchio or from Piazzale Michelangelo's expansive vantage point. You'll receive curated and edited digital images within three days.

Rome Trevi Fountain and Aqueduct Undergrounds Private Tour

This 2.5-hour private tour pairs Rome's most photographed fountain with a rare descent into the ancient aqueduct system beneath it. You'll explore Trevi Fountain's baroque sculptures—Oceanus, seahorses, tritons—then venture underground to walk through the Aqua Vergine, the sole Roman aqueduct still functioning today. Your guide reveals how this 2000-year-old engineering feat supplies water to fountains across the city, including those in Navona Square. A chance to see Rome's infrastructure the way Romans do, not just its surface.

"The Port of Rome" - Ancient Ostia Private Tour

Walk through Ancient Ostia's remarkably intact streets and buildings that once served as Rome's commercial gateway. This 3-hour private guided tour takes you along the main thoroughfare to explore residential blocks, shops, bathhouses and public spaces frozen from the 2nd century AD. You'll study intricate mosaics, frescoed walls and the amphitheatre while your English-speaking guide explains how 50,000 residents lived in multi-storey apartments before the harbour silted up and the city was abandoned.

Dinghy rental on the Amalfi Coast without a license

Rent a 40-horsepower inflatable dinghy and navigate the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) at your own pace for eight hours, no skipper's licence required. Steer past clifftop villages, discover secluded coves and anchor in gin-clear waters wherever takes your fancy. The boat comes equipped with an icebox and canvas awning, giving you everything needed for a self-guided coastal exploration without the fuss of joining a larger group.

From Florence PRIVATE:Bolgheri Wine Tour,tasting among the Tuscany coastal hills

A private 10-hour wine tour from [Florence](/places/florence) into the Bolgheri hills, where Tuscan coastal vineyards produce distinctive DOCG wines influenced by sea breezes. Visit two working cellars with a local sommelier, walk through the medieval village with its geranium-lined streets and artisan shops, and eat lunch featuring regional specialties. Transport, tastings, and refreshments included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $866

Private driver from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa 12 hours

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private driver from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa 12 hours

A 12-hour private drive through Tuscany's trio of medieval towns, departing [Florence](/places/florence). You'll explore Pisa's famous leaning tower, wander San Gimignano's stone towers and cobbled streets, then spend time in Siena's brick-built centre. A halt at a top-tier Chianti Classico estate breaks up the drive—lunch and wine tasting included. Your English-speaking driver navigates the route while you take in rolling Tuscan countryside.

12 hoursfrom AUD $2365

Florentine Steak with Wines in San Gimignano Winery from Florence

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Florentine Steak with Wines in San Gimignano Winery from Florence

A four-hour evening spent in San Gimignano's countryside, where you'll sit down to a proper Tuscan meal anchored by Fiorentina steak cooked medium-rare and paired with library-reserve wines pulled straight from the winery's cellar. The experience includes return transport from [Florence](/places/florence) and a four-course spread of traditional regional dishes, all within the intimate setting of a working estate. Bring friends or family; the meal tastes better shared.

From ROME: Tivoli Gardens and Hadrian’s Villa

A full-day excursion from Rome combining two of Lazio's most significant heritage sites. Visit Hadrian's Villa to wander through the sprawling remains of a 2nd-century imperial retreat, then head to Villa d'Este to explore its Renaissance gardens and ornate fountains. You'll travel by private car with a guide who contextualises the architecture and history. Lunch at a curated local restaurant is included. Groups stay small—maximum eight people—allowing genuine conversation and flexibility.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1256

Siena San Gimignano Day Tour and Wine Tasting

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Siena San Gimignano Day Tour and Wine Tasting

This 8–9 hour excursion departs [Florence](/places/florence) to explore two of Tuscany's most distinctive hilltop towns. You'll spend time in Siena wandering Piazza del Campo and its cathedral, then move on to San Gimignano to stroll between its medieval towers. The day culminates at a countryside villa for guided tastings of regional wines and artisanal foods, offering a blend of Renaissance architecture, medieval streetscapes and local gastronomy.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $375

Private Positano Tour from Amalfi with Local Driver

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Positano Tour from Amalfi with Local Driver

A four-hour private drive along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), whisking you from Amalfi to Positano in a luxury vehicle with your own English-speaking driver. You'll snake along one of Europe's most celebrated coastal roads—all vertiginous cliffs, pastel-hued houses, and sapphire water—before landing two hours of unscheduled time in Positano itself. No rushing, no tour groups, no fixed agenda beyond getting there and back.

4 hoursfrom AUD $541

Private Full Day Tour Pompeii and Amalfi Coast from Rome

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Full Day Tour Pompeii and Amalfi Coast from Rome

A 9-hour private tour combining two of southern Italy's most compelling sites. Start at Pompeii, where a local guide walks you through the remarkably preserved Roman city—homes, public baths, temples, theatres, and everyday structures frozen by Vesuvius's eruption. After exploring the archaeological park, drive south to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), where dramatic cliffs meet the Tyrrhenian Sea. Spend time in Amalfi itself, a UNESCO-listed town with medieval architecture and coastal charm.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1865

Wine on water in Florence: a private boat tour with aperitif

★ 5.0 (2)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Wine on water in Florence: a private boat tour with aperitif

Drift down the Arno in a traditional rowing boat while sampling Tuscan wines and local delicacies. This one-hour private cruise glides beneath Ponte Vecchio and past Renaissance palaces, offering angles of [Florence](/places/florence)'s centre you won't catch from the streets. Sip Chianti Classico paired with truffle bread, tomato schiacciata, and cured meat as the city's architecture unfolds silently around you.

1 hourfrom AUD $282

Private Wheelchair-Accesible Tour from Naples to Pompeii

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Wheelchair-Accesible Tour from Naples to Pompeii

This four-hour private tour departs Naples with wheelchair-accessible transport to Pompeii, the Roman city buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. A dedicated guide leads you through three hours of excavated streets and structures, revealing everyday life frozen in volcanic ash. The van accommodates up to four passengers plus one wheelchair user, with ramp access and driver assistance. Hotel pickup included; entrance fees waived for wheelchair users and one companion.

Wine Tour of two Chianti wine estates on the hills of Florence

This five-hour private tour takes you into the Chianti hills south of [Florence](/places/florence) to explore two distinguished wineries representing different subzones. You'll walk through cellars with agronomist guides, taste around ten wines—pure Sangiovese and local blends, plus rosé and whites—and develop a genuine understanding of what separates quality producers from tourist traps. A Tuscan lunch and olive oil tastings anchor the experience.

Bracciano Castel & Etruscan Day Tour from Rome

A seven-hour jaunt from Rome through Lazio's Etruscan heartland, anchored by Odescalchi Castle perched above Bracciano Lake. You'll visit the ancient settlements of Cerveteri and Ceri to piece together how the Etruscans shaped this region, then spend time exploring the castle's rooms and lakeside grounds. The pace is unhurried—no scrambling up hills or lengthy walks—making it ideal for those wanting substance without exhaustion.

From Pompeii: one-way transfers to Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast

Skip the chaos of public transport after exploring Pompeii's ruins. This private transfer whisks you from the archaeological site to Naples, Sorrento, or the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) in a climate-controlled vehicle driven by an English-speaking local. Your driver navigates the roads while you settle in, pointing out Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples en route. Drop-off happens near your accommodation, restaurants, and attractions—no lengthy airport-style waits, just a comfortable introduction to your next destination.

45 min – 2 hoursfrom AUD $117

Herculaneum Tour with Wheelchair-Accessible Alternative Route

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Herculaneum Tour with Wheelchair-Accessible Alternative Route

Explore Herculaneum's remarkably intact Roman streets and structures preserved by Vesuvius's volcanic blanket. This four-hour guided tour (reducible to two hours) prioritises accessibility with purpose-built ramps and level pathways throughout the archaeological site. Your specialist vehicle accommodates wheelchair users with a ramp and driver assistance. Choose between a private guide or guide plus dedicated driver. Hotel, station, or airport pickup available. Entrance fees and guiding included.

4 hoursfrom AUD $253

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Sorrento Positano Amalfi Day Tour

An eight-hour coastal loop through Campania's three most celebrated towns. You'll travel by air-conditioned van with a seasoned driver, stopping in Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi to explore each at your own pace. The itinerary covers ground between destinations, so expect a mix of driving and wandering. Parking is sorted; you just bring yourself and comfortable shoes.

A day in paradise Amalfi Coast

Skip the crowded coastal roads and see the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) from the water aboard your own skippered boat. This six-hour private charter departs Amalfi and works its way past hidden coves, dramatic cliff formations, and fishing villages, with freedom to jump in and swim whenever something catches your eye. You'll drift past Positano's stacked pastel houses, explore the Fjord of Furore, and anchor in turquoise bays while working through Prosecco and snacks.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1332

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