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Amalfi Coast Swim Experience with Lifeguard

★ 5.0 (2)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Amalfi Coast Swim Experience with Lifeguard

Swim the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) alongside a local lifeguard who knows these waters intimately. Over two hours, you'll stroke along dramatic cliffs, duck into hidden grottoes, and chase waterfalls cascading into the sea. Your guide carries a GoPro to capture the experience, and you'll leave with footage to prove you actually did this. You'll need solid freestyle technique and genuine swimming fitness—this isn't a leisurely paddle.

2 hoursfrom AUD $250

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Tour of Chioggia, the little Venice

A 4-hour guided tour departing from Padua or Abano/Montegrotto Terme that explores Chioggia, a working fishing port with Venetian character minus the tourist throngs. You'll navigate narrow canals by boat, spotting traditional bragozzi with their vivid sails, wander pastel-hued streets lined with green-shuttered houses, and get a sense of everyday Italian coastal life from a local guide. Winter months and rough weather swap the boat for spritz and cicchetti instead.

Guided excursion to Pompeii Excavations from Vietri sul Mare

Travel from Vietri sul Mare to the archaeological site of Pompeii for a guided exploration of the Roman city buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD. Over three to four hours, you'll walk through streets, homes and public buildings frozen in time, seeing original frescoes, mosaics and artefacts that reveal daily life two millennia ago. Your guide interprets the ruins while an air-conditioned coach handles transport from the coast, with entrance fees included.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $265

From Florence: 2-Day Combo Tour to Pisa, Cinque Terre & Tuscany

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

From Florence: 2-Day Combo Tour to Pisa, Cinque Terre & Tuscany

Pack two distinct Italian landscapes into 48 hours from [Florence](/places/florence). Day one sweeps you to the Ligurian coast—Pisa's tilted tower and the stacked villages of [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre) strung along cliffsides. Day two pivots inland through Chianti's vineyard ridges and medieval San Gimignano's towers. A guide handles logistics; you handle the wine tastings, olive oil samples, and wandering time in each place. Trains and road transport included.

Private Tour: Hot-Air Balloon Flight over Florence

Rise above [Florence](/places/florence) in a private hot-air balloon for an hour of serene drifting over Renaissance rooftops, countryside, and distant hills. You'll drift past the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazzale Michelangelo from a vantage point few get to experience, then toast your pilot with prosecco on solid ground. The flight takes 2–3 hours total, including preparation and landing.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $2664

Exclusive Best of Rome Highlights, Vatican, Sistine Chapel with a Private Driver

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Exclusive Best of Rome Highlights, Vatican, Sistine Chapel with a Private Driver

A 6-hour private tour of Rome's heavyweight sights, whisking you past queues at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in a dedicated car. Your driver navigates you through St. Peter's Square, the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Roman Forum, and Pantheon at your own pace—ideal for hitting the major landmarks without wasting hours in tourist gridlock. Skip-the-line tickets get you straight into the Vatican's art collections, though note that papal events can occasionally close sections without warning.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1131

Transfer from Trapani city or port to Palermo Airport

★ 5.0 (2)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Transfer from Trapani city or port to Palermo Airport

Direct private transfer whisking you from Trapani city centre or port to Palermo Airport in roughly an hour. Your driver knows western Sicily's roads thoroughly and arrives in a cooled minivan stocked with WiFi. Straightforward point-to-point transport handled by experienced operators who sort child seats if needed.

Private Guided Tour of Scilla and Reggio Calabria with Lunch

A six-hour guided exploration of Calabria's Violet Coast, taking in the clifftop town of Scilla and the regional capital Reggio. Visit the Ruffo Castle's dramatic fortifications, then head to Reggio's Archaeological Museum to examine Greek bronzes and artefacts spanning millennia. A local guide contextualises the landscape's mythological significance—home to Charybdis and Scylla—while you taste local granita and sit down to a proper regional lunch at a family-run restaurant.

Ferry Tickets Between Salerno and Positano

Travel between Salerno and Positano by ferry, crossing one of Europe's most dramatic coastlines. This 70–110 minute crossing puts you at sea level with unobstructed views of the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s cliffs and villages. Book one-way or round-trip with flexible daily schedules, instant e-ticket confirmation, and a free small bag allowance. The route works both directions, with convenient port locations for onward connections.

1h 10m – 1h 50mfrom AUD $38

★ 5.0 (2)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Half Day Private Tour in Positano

A private 3–4 hour drive from your accommodation to Positano gives you two hours to explore the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most photogenic town. Pastel-coloured houses tumble down steep hillsides to a pebble beach and crystalline water. Your English-speaking driver handles all transport, luggage and navigation, leaving you free to wander the narrow streets, grab an espresso, or simply sit by the water. The rest of the time covers the round trip from your starting point—whether that's airport, port, station or hotel.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $305

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome Private Tour by Night

A 2-hour evening tour that takes you through Rome's floodlit centre in a private vehicle. You'll stop at the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica, then finish at Gianicolo Hill for sweeping views across the city. Your English-speaking driver provides commentary throughout, giving you context on what you're seeing as the city transforms under artificial light.

2 hoursfrom AUD $250

Twilight: Private 3h Rome Night Tour with Aperitivo

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Twilight: Private 3h Rome Night Tour with Aperitivo

A private evening drive through Rome's most recognisable sights, beginning with a Spritz aperitivo to ease into the night. Your own driver navigates you past the Trevi Fountain and [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) as the city shifts into twilight, stopping to take in each landmark without the daytime crowds. The tour runs 2.5 hours with hotel pick-up and drop-off included, letting you move between viewpoints at a relaxed pace and linger where it suits you.

Boat tour between the Amalfi Coast and Capri

A 6–7 hour private boat journey connecting the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) and Capri, piloted by a local skipper who handles navigation while you drift between postcard villages and hidden anchorages. Stop to swim in translucent water, explore Positano or Amalfi's clifftop charm, then venture toward Capri's dramatic rock formations, sea caves, and optional Blue Grotto descent. Refreshments and snacks flow throughout.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $749

Amalfi Coast Tour of 2 Cities - Half Day

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Amalfi Coast Tour of 2 Cities - Half Day

Explore two of the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most celebrated villages on a six-hour private drive along one of southern Italy's most dramatic coastlines. Your driver navigates the winding coastal road past terraced lemon groves, pastel-hued fishing villages, and clifftop villas whilst you choose which pair from Amalfi, Positano and Ravello to visit. Wander each village's tight-knit lanes, browse local galleries and boutiques, or settle into a waterfront café with a view.

6 hoursfrom AUD $456

Private Luxury Tour of Amalfi Coast and Pompeii from Naples

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Luxury Tour of Amalfi Coast and Pompeii from Naples

A six to eight hour private drive from Naples combining ancient Pompeii and the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s dramatic scenery. Your dedicated driver navigates you through the preserved Roman city, then guides the minibus along clifftop roads toward Sorrento with curated viewing points over the Bay of Naples. Stop at a Vesuvius-slope winery for tastings if desired. Air-conditioned comfort, USB charging, and onboard Wi-Fi mean you travel refreshed, moving at your own rhythm rather than following a rigid itinerary.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1373

★ 5.0 (2)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Bike Experience - Sorrento - Positano

Pedal the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most scenic stretch, riding from Sorrento down to Positano and back over five hours. You'll tackle switchbacks and coastal views on a carbon or mountain bike, guided by experienced instructors who know every curve. Once you reach Positano, settle into the village's pastel-painted streets and waterfront cafés before the return journey.

Rome's Enchanting Countryside (Driver Only/Self Touring)

A nine-hour private drive through Lazio's countryside, visiting three distinct historical periods without a guide. You'll see the Renaissance Odescalchi Castle overlooking Lake Bracciano, explore the Medieval fortress-village of Ceri where you can lunch locally, and venture into Cerveteri's Etruscan necropolis. Your English-speaking driver stays with the Mercedes while you wander independently through each site, leaving you free to set your own pace and linger where it appeals.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1199

Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Ragusa

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Ragusa

A three-hour pasta and tiramisu class in Ragusa where you'll learn to hand-roll sfoglia and craft two distinct pasta shapes from scratch with a local Cesarina cook. You'll finish by mastering tiramisu, Italy's most beloved dessert. Work alongside up to twelve others in an intimate kitchen setting, tasting everything you make whilst sipping prosecco and local wine. This isn't a lecture—it's a proper cooking session where technique matters and new friendships happen naturally.

Private driver Sorrento

Explore the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) from Sorrento with a private driver who knows the roads and stories. Over 6–8 hours, you'll navigate the cliffside villages, lemon-scented valleys, and fishing harbours at your own pace. Your driver speaks English and shares local context as you go, though you'll chart the stops yourself. The vehicle is air-conditioned with WiFi, leaving you free to soak in the views or plan detours on the fly.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $458

Private Multi-day tour to Northern Italy, Lugano and Italian Riviera with guide

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Multi-day tour to Northern Italy, Lugano and Italian Riviera with guide

A 10-day guided tour through northern Italy led by local expert Gianni Basta, covering Lugano, the Italian Riviera, Venice, Verona, [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre) and Porto Venere. You'll walk 3–6 hours daily through UNESCO-listed sites and villages accessible only on foot, travelling by private coach and regional transport. Breakfasts, lunches and dinners included throughout.

10 daysfrom AUD $5268

Private Night Tour: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel w/ Local Guide Marco!

★ 5.0 (2)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Night Tour: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel w/ Local Guide Marco!

This 3-hour private evening tour grants after-hours access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry and a dedicated English-speaking guide. You'll move through 54 galleries including Raphael's chambers, the Animals Room, Tapestries and Maps halls, examining Roman sculpture and Renaissance masterworks before reaching Michelangelo's frescoed chapel. The quieter night setting lets you absorb the scale of these artistic achievements without the daytime crowds.

Transfer from Rome to Siena (or vice versa)

A straightforward two-and-a-half-hour private transfer between Rome and Siena in a modern, climate-controlled car. Your driver arrives on time, dressed professionally, and speaks English throughout the journey. The service handles luggage and passengers with equal care, leaving you free to settle in, watch the Tuscan landscape unfold, or catch up on sleep after travel. Bottled water is provided. This beats train schedules and airport queues.

Amalfi Coast rent a rubber boat: from Salerno without a license

Pilot your own 6.2-metre rubber boat along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) for up to eight and a half hours, departing from Salerno. No licence required for this nimble 40–70 hp vessel that accommodates six people. If you'd rather not take the helm, hire a skipper (€100) to navigate you past sea caves, hidden beaches and waterfalls while you swim and explore coves accessible only by water. Stop for lunch at clifftop restaurants or anchor wherever appeals.

Pompei-herculaneum & Wine Tasting

Explore Pompeii and Herculaneum, two of Europe's most intact Roman towns frozen by Vesuvius in 79 AD, then descend to a centuries-old winery on the volcano's slopes for wine and local food. This 7.5-hour tour pairs archaeological discovery with the region's viticulture, letting you taste wines grown in volcanic soil whilst overlooking the Bay of Naples. Your local guide navigates both sites before settling you down for a proper tasting experience rather than a rushed pit stop.

Ragusa Ibla: walking tour in the pearl of southeast Sicily

A two-hour guided walk through Ragusa Ibla reveals southeast Sicily's most stunning Baroque rebuild. Starting at the Portal of San Giorgio—a Gothic-Catalan survivor from the 1693 earthquake—you'll traverse elegant palaces, artisan quarters, and the 19th-century Ibleo Garden before climbing to the Cathedral of San Giorgio. The route stitches together churches rich with wooden ceilings and period frescoes, offering views across the Irminio Valley and a genuine sense of how this hilltop town was meticulously reconstructed.

Private Capri & Amalfi Coast FD with a Gozzo Apreamare 35ft

Charter a private 35ft Apreamare gozzo for a full day along Italy's most photogenic coastline, splitting time between Capri's sea stacks and the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s vertical cliffs. Over six to eight hours, swim in turquoise coves, explore hidden grottoes, and anchor off dramatic limestone formations. Your crew handles navigation while you decide whether to dive overboard or stay topside with a drink, making this equal parts water-based adventure and floating retreat.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2998

★ 5.0 (2)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Italy

Path of the Gods Private Tour

This 7km ridge walk traces the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most dramatic spine, threading between sea cliffs and Mediterranean scrub from Bomerano to Praiano. Over three to four hours, a local guide unpacks the region's botanical relationships and layered folklore whilst you navigate narrow, exposed stretches with views that justify the effort. Popular enough to see hundreds on peak days, the route demands solid fitness and nerve.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $583

Capri full day luxury excursion by sea with Tornado classic 38 feet, 12 meters

★ 5.0 (2)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Capri full day luxury excursion by sea with Tornado classic 38 feet, 12 meters

Spend the day aboard the Tornado Classic 38, a sleek day cruiser, sailing the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) and around Capri with an experienced English-speaking skipper. This full-day excursion includes drinks and snacks as you explore dramatic coastline, crystalline waters, and the option to land at Capri's main marina or hidden coves. The skipper guides decisions on where to swim, anchor for lunch, and which spots to visit, making for a flexible, personalized experience on the water.

Private transfer Rome to Positano

A dedicated driver collects you from Rome and delivers you to Positano over three hours, handling luggage and navigating the coastal route so you can relax. Your vehicle is air-conditioned with WiFi and chilled water on hand. The driver speaks English or Spanish and manages all the logistics—you simply arrive refreshed at your destination.

Colosseum Tour with arena option

Explore Rome's most iconic amphitheatre with a private guide who unpacks the engineering feats and brutal spectacles that defined gladiatorial combat. You'll traverse the first and second tiers of the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), hearing firsthand accounts of how this 2,000-year-old structure was constructed and operated. Tours run 1–3 hours depending on your depth of interest, with skip-the-line entry included.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $133

Transfer from Naples to Sorrento with stop to visit Pompei ruins

★ 5.0 (2)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Transfer from Naples to Sorrento with stop to visit Pompei ruins

A private car journey from Naples to Sorrento with a scheduled two-hour stop at Pompei's archaeological site. Your driver collects you from your terminal and delivers you to Sorrento in roughly four hours total. The climate-controlled vehicle includes live commentary throughout, plus WiFi connectivity. You'll have unrushed time to explore the Roman ruins before continuing south toward the [Amalfi coast](/places/amalfi-coast). Entry fees and lunch aren't included, nor is a dedicated guide.

4 hoursfrom AUD $291

Pisa and the Cinque Terre from the Port of Livorno

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pisa and the Cinque Terre from the Port of Livorno

This 10-hour port transfer from Livorno combines two of Liguria's standout destinations. You'll drive through Pisa to see the Leaning Tower at Piazza dei Miracoli, then head to [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre)'s five clifftop villages perched above the Ligurian Sea. The driver handles transport; you handle exploration via local ferries or trains (booked separately). Expect winding coastal roads, narrow village streets, and sweeping views across Mediterranean water.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1549

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Bike Tour Bologna

Spend two hours on two wheels exploring Bologna's layered past, from Europe's first university through Renaissance squares to the medieval towers that define the skyline. Your guide reveals how this city became a centre of learning and culture, pedalling you past palaces, porticoes and piazzas that shaped centuries of European thought. A manageable pace covers the essential landmarks without rushing.

2 hoursfrom AUD $216

From Rome: Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Private Tour with Driver

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

From Rome: Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Private Tour with Driver

Your private driver collects you from your Rome hotel and drives you south to Pompeii, where a qualified guide walks you through the volcanic city frozen in 79 AD. Spend roughly two hours exploring the UNESCO site's remarkably intact streets, homes and temples before heading to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast). You'll wander Positano's steep lanes lined with shops and cafes, grab lunch and a coffee or gelato, then return to Rome by evening. Nine hours total.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1366

★ 5.0 (2)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Exclusive Sunset Cruise from Sorrento

Two-hour coastal cruise departing from Sorrento that times your journey to catch the sunset over the Tyrrhenian Sea. You'll drift along the dramatic cliffs and coves of the Sorrentine Peninsula as light shifts from gold to crimson, with local snacks and a full bar keeping you settled into the rhythm of the evening. Skip the crowded shoreline viewpoints—this one puts you on the water where the light show feels personal.

Rome Pasta & Tiramisu Class - Official Emily in Paris Experience

Learn to roll and shape fresh fettuccine from scratch, then master the layers of tiramisu in this 2.5-hour Roman cookery class. You'll start with a welcome glass of wine and bruschetta, move through pasta dough fundamentals and sauce preparation, and finish by plating your creations. Walk away with the skills to recreate both dishes at home, plus a branded tote and instant photo to remember the session.

Small group boat tour with Amalfi and Positano

Spend seven hours cruising the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) aboard a small boat, stopping at Amalfi and Positano to swim and explore. You'll work your way along dramatic cliffs and pastel villages, with chances to snorkel in clear waters and eat lunch at a waterfront restaurant if time allows. The boat carries fresh fruit, wine, prosecco, and limoncello to keep you refreshed throughout the day.

Fantastic Amalfi Coast tour From Naples

Explore the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s dramatic cliffside villages and hidden coves from Naples in a private car with an experienced, English-speaking driver. Vito Minopoli, a licensed regional guide, knows the Campania coastline intimately and crafts routes to showcase lesser-known viewpoints alongside iconic stops. Eight to nine hours lets you move at your own pace, stopping where the light hits right or where a restaurant catches your eye.

8 min – 9 minfrom AUD $458

Explore volcanic tuff caves and taste Lucanian wines.

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Explore volcanic tuff caves and taste Lucanian wines.

Descend into Lucanian volcanic caves where winemakers have carved cellars into tuff rock for generations. This 2.5-hour guided tour takes you through the cool underground chambers of Cantine del Notaio, where you'll taste four wines alongside regional food products. You'll learn how the volcanic soil and local tradition shape these wines, moving from geology to glass with someone who knows the story.

Private Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento by a luxury Yacht

Sail the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) aboard a private yacht departing from Sorrento, with a professional skipper navigating secluded coves and dramatic coastline for 7–8 hours. You'll swim in crystalline waters, explore hidden anchorages inaccessible by land, and sample local drinks and snacks whilst lounging on deck. Ideal for marking occasions with family or close friends in genuine comfort.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $3905

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