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Colosseum Underground Night Tour with Gladiators Arena
Walk the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s arena floor after sunset on this 60-minute underground tour limited to 25 visitors. You'll descend into the hypogeum where gladiators and wild animals once waited, pass through the emperor's private entrance, and examine a newly arrived gladiator sculpture from Verona alongside other authentic artefacts. Dramatic night lighting transforms the ancient stone into something rarely seen by daylight visitors.
1 hourfrom AUD $133
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Pompeii and Herculaneum Skip-The-Line with Lunch and Wine Tasting from Rome
A 12-hour private excursion from Rome to the volcanic ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, two UNESCO-listed archaeological sites frozen by Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. Skip queues at both parks, explore the preserved Roman towns with optional expert guidance, then settle into a restaurant on Vesuvius's slopes for lunch paired with local wine and buffalo mozzarella tasting. Return transport from your Rome accommodation included.
12 hoursfrom AUD $1149
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Private Transfer: Venice or Airport VCE to Port of Cruise Pier Trieste
Direct private transfer from Venice Marco Polo Airport or your Venice hotel to Trieste cruise port, taking roughly two hours. Your driver meets you on arrival or at your accommodation, tracks your flight for seamless timing, and handles the journey in a comfortable business vehicle. Includes bottled water and a water taxi option if needed, with generous wait time built in so you're never rushed.
2 hoursfrom AUD $593
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Walking tour Bari in small group
Explore Bari's medieval heart on foot with a knowledgeable local guide. This two-hour walk winds through the city's old quarter, starting at the imposing Swabian Castle before threading past centuries-old landmarks: the Cathedral of San Sabino, the revered Basilica of San Nicola, and grand period mansions that line the waterfront. You'll finish at the harbour, where Renaissance and Ottoman-era architecture tells the story of Bari's strategic importance. Designed for steady walkers of any fitness level.
2 hoursfrom AUD $58
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Magical Portraits in Venice
A 45-minute portrait session with Camilla, a Venice-based photographer with a decade of experience. She'll guide you through the city's most photogenic corners, positioning you for intimate, poetic shots that capture the atmosphere of Venice itself. Whether you're marking an occasion or simply want striking images of yourself against the lagoon's backdrop, this is hands-on portraiture with someone who knows every alley and light angle in the city.
45 minfrom AUD $416
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Wine Tasting tour from Messina - PRIVATE EXPERIENCE
A four-hour private tour whisking you from Messina's port, station or hotel to the Oliveri wine region. You'll walk through a working winery with a knowledgeable guide, then sit down to taste the estate's signature wines while learning how they're made. The whole experience—transport, winery access and tastings—is handled for you in an air-conditioned minivan, ideal for cruise passengers with tight schedules.
4 hoursfrom AUD $2095
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Etruscan Countryside Lake and Fortress Tour from Civitavecchia
Venture beyond Civitavecchia's port into Etruscan terrain where ancient burial grounds, hilltop villages and a medieval fortress overlook a tranquil lake. This eight-hour van tour trades urban crowds for countryside quiet, threading through sites that reveal layers of Italian history alongside working landscapes and local food culture. An English-speaking driver guides you through a region where few package tourists venture.
8 hoursfrom AUD $1415
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Civitavecchia Sea Port Private Transfer To Rome
Skip the port chaos and ride straight to Rome in a private car from Civitavecchia. Your driver meets you at the terminal and handles the 2-hour journey, leaving you free to stretch out, sip water, and catch up on emails over WiFi. No haggling, no language barriers, no waiting for a shuttle to fill up. Just reliable transport that gets you into the city on your schedule.
2 hoursfrom AUD $183
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Rome Sightseeing Private Tour w Phd Guide Pantheon Trevi & Navona Spanish Steps
A three-hour private walking tour through Rome's centro storico led by a PhD-qualified guide. You'll navigate cobblestone passages between five major landmarks: Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Campo de Fiori. The route strings together baroque fountains, ancient Roman architecture, and the layered history embedded in each piazza, moving at a pace that lets you absorb rather than rush.
3 hoursfrom AUD $348
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Photographer, Professional Photoshoot in Palermo
Work with a professional photographer to capture your Palermo story across hidden corners of the city. This tailored four-hour shoot (or choose 1–3 hours) produces polished final images delivered within two weeks. Whether you're solo, coupled up, or celebrating with mates, the photographer scouts locations that suit your vision—you can suggest spots or let them guide you to less-trampled ground. You'll walk away with 20–50 edited photos depending on your package length, viewable in a private online gallery.
4 hoursfrom AUD $291
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Private Guided Tour Hidden Florence
Uncover [Florence](/places/florence)'s layered past on a two-hour private walk through the historic centre. Your guide traces the city from its Roman roots—amphitheatres, forums, bathhouses—through the Medici's three-century grip on power, to the Renaissance masters who transformed art itself. You'll pick apart architectural details, hear gossip about Dante and da Vinci, and begin to see why Florence became what it is.
2 hoursfrom AUD $130
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Private Tour: Campania Food and Wine Day Trip from Positano with lunch
Spend eight and a half hours exploring Campania's food and wine heartland on a private tour departing from Positano. Travel through the Avellino countryside visiting small-scale producers—orchards, curing houses, chocolate makers, and wineries—to watch how olive oil, cured meats, chocolate and wine come together. Taste your way through each stop, buy what catches your palate, and sit down to a three-course lunch at a family-run restaurant before finishing with premium wines on a vineyard terrace.
8h 30mfrom AUD $1249
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🐠 Water Activities
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Private boat tour: Sorrento to Capri & Blue Grotto
A 6–7 hour private boat excursion from Sorrento around Capri's dramatic coastline. You'll navigate past the Faraglioni rock formations, drop anchor in quiet coves for swimming and snorkelling, and cruise past the Blue Grotto entrance (entry fee separate). A skipper handles navigation while you take in the rugged cliffs, turquoise shallows, and Mediterranean light. Includes snorkelling kit, light snacks, and drinks aboard.
6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $1082
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Sunset & Supper: Sorrento Cruise with Dinner Stop
Spend four hours aboard your own boat cruising the Bay of Naples from Sorrento, watching the sun sink behind Capri with prosecco in hand. Your experienced skipper navigates the coast while you decide how to spend your time—swim in the Mediterranean, stretch out on deck, or simply watch the light change. The evening includes a dinner stop at a local restaurant (meals paid separately on the day). Suitable for all fitness levels and all ages.
4 hoursfrom AUD $1499
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Cantonese Dimsum Cooking Lesson in Como or Lugano with Chef Ling
Spend two hours in Como or Lugano learning to shape and steam Cantonese dim sum alongside chef Ling. You'll master three different varieties, grasping the steaming techniques central to Cantonese cooking. Once finished, sit down to taste your creations paired with Chinese tea, following the relaxed breakfast ritual practised daily in Hong Kong and Guangdong Province.
2 hoursfrom AUD $75
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Stories of the Fashion Capital: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Milan
Explore Milan's layered identity through a self-guided audio walk covering 30–45 minutes. Trace the city's evolution from medieval stronghold through its artistic renaissance in Brera, then into Europe's contemporary fashion epicentre. The VoiceMap app delivers curated commentary and offline maps, letting you navigate at your own pace and uncover how Milan transformed from historic power base into a modern battleground for luxury brands. No tickets or transport included.
30 min – 45 minfrom AUD $10
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BIG SUP Experience
Paddle out on a stand-up board along Naples' coastline, seeing the city and its working waterfront from a different vantage point. This two-hour session connects you with the Tyrrhenian Sea and fellow paddlers, offering perspectives of the harbour and surrounding geography that land-based touring can't touch. You'll need basic balance and reasonable fitness, though the pace suits most abilities.
2 hoursfrom AUD $266
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Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure from La Spezia Private Tour
A private seven-hour minivan tour from La Spezia Port showcasing two of the Riviera's most photogenic coastal settlements. You'll explore Portofino's pastel harbour and narrow laneways, then move on to the quieter charm of Santa Margherita Ligure. The route stays flexible—add a designer outlet stop at Brugnato if shopping calls, or swap one leg for a scenic ferry crossing between villages.
7 hoursfrom AUD $714
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Private One Day Tour to Pisa and Lucca
A private six to seven-hour tour combining Pisa and Lucca, driven in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz van with an English-speaking local guide. Depart from your port or hotel and explore two of Tuscany's most compelling medieval towns at your own pace. Your driver knows the region intimately and can adjust the itinerary to include countryside detours, wineries, or other sites that catch your interest. Built on years of experience ferrying cruise passengers, this service prioritises punctuality and reliability.
6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $1081
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Florence Exclusive VIP Wine Tasting Tour with a Special VIP Gift
Spend 90 minutes learning Tuscan winemaking from a certified sommelier, tasting seven regional varieties from Vernaccia to Brunello di Montalcino alongside cured meats and aged cheeses. You'll discover how Chianti Classico, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, and Brunello reflect centuries of local tradition, then take home a bottle of your favourite. The venue is air-conditioned, wheelchair-accessible, and suited to serious wine drinkers aged 17 and over.
1h 30mfrom AUD $193
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Full Day Private Bellagio and Varenna Tour with Vezio Castle
Spend nine hours exploring Lake Como's most photogenic towns with a private guide, boat, and driver at your pace. You'll ferry between Varenna and Bellagio by traditional Venetian taxi, climb to the hilltop Castello di Vezio for sweeping 360° lake views, and wander the manicured grounds of Villa Melzi d'Eril. Prosecco and water feature throughout. This is Lake Como without the crowds—just you, your guide, and some of Italy's best vistas.
9 hoursfrom AUD $1332
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From Bellagio/Varenna : Customizable Lake Como Private Cruise
Hire a private speedboat on Lake Como for a bespoke cruise tailored to your pace and interests. Depart from Bellagio, Varenna, Lenno, or Menaggio and spend between four and eight hours exploring the shoreline at your own tempo. Skip the scheduled ferry routes and anchor in quiet spots where public boats cannot venture. Your captain reads the conditions and adjusts course based on what appeals to you—whether that's gliding past grand lakeside estates, swimming in secluded coves, or simply drifting with a cold drink.
4 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1415
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When in Rome - A Guided Tour
A three-hour guided walk through Rome's centre with a local guide who knows the stories behind the stones. You'll navigate the tangle of cobbled streets, see major landmarks from street level, and taste proper gelato along the way. The pace is manageable and the group stays small, so you're not shuffling behind a flag. Admission fees aren't included—you view exteriors of ticketed sites—but what you get is context: why each piazza matters, which corner cafés locals actually use, what the Renaissance façades are really telling you.
3 hoursfrom AUD $133
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Cilento Wine: Tour & Tasting Experience
A two-hour guided tour through Cilento's wine region led by local growers who know their vineyards intimately. You'll walk among the slopes, understand how the terroir shapes the grapes, then taste a curated selection of regional wines paired with local snacks. Transport from Paestum station is included, making it accessible without a rental car.
2 hoursfrom AUD $167
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Private Transfer from Letojanni to Catania (CTA) Airport
Book a private car or minivan from Letojanni to Catania Airport (CTA) for groups up to eight travellers. Your driver greets you at the hotel and handles the hour-long journey, managing parking and tolls so you can relax before your flight. All taxes included; pricing is per person.
1 hourfrom AUD $251
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Rome Cruise Port of Civitavecchia Transfer Service
Private car service whisking you between your Rome accommodation and Civitavecchia cruise port in around an hour. A driver meets you on arrival, handles your bags, and delivers you straight to the terminal or hotel without fuss. Mercedes-Benz fleet, bottled water included, and 30 minutes of waiting time factored in so you're never rushed.
1 hourfrom AUD $362
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6-Day Learn to Cook on a Budget Getaway in Tuscany
Spend six days in Arezzo learning to cook traditional Tuscan food at a working farmhouse that produces its own Chianti and olive oil. You'll attend four hands-on cooking classes with a chef, master everything from fresh pasta to desserts, then eat what you've made alongside wine tastings and local restaurant meals. Stay in a private apartment with a pool overlooking rolling hills and the historic city, with all breakfasts, lunches, dinners and transport included.
6 daysfrom AUD $4330
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Abano Terme to Venice Airport VCE Departure Private Transfer
Reliable private transfer from Abano Terme to Venice Airport (VCE) covering the 50-minute journey in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Your driver collects you from your hotel or accommodation and delivers you straight to the terminal, eliminating the stress of taxi queues or shared shuttles. Booking confirmation happens immediately, and you'll receive your driver's contact details the day before travel.
50 minfrom AUD $148
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Taxi Taormina - Ortigia and Viceversa
A reliable private transfer service connecting Taormina and Ortigia (Syracuse), taking around 90 minutes. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by someone who prioritises getting you there on time and in comfort. This works equally well whether you're heading to explore Ortigia's baroque architecture and coastal views, or returning to your Taormina base after a day trip. Infants travel safely with specialised seat options available.
1h 30mfrom AUD $749
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The Best of Vatican Walking Tour
Walk through Vatican City with a knowledgeable local guide who navigates you past the crowds and into two hours of Renaissance masterpieces. You'll stand beneath Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel, explore one of Europe's most significant art collections, and finish in the geometric expanse of St. Peter's Square. Book 30+ days ahead to skip museum queues; otherwise expect an open-air walking route through the surrounding streets and exterior views.
2 hoursfrom AUD $764
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Rome Private Transfer from-to Naples
Point-to-point transfer linking Rome's airports and rail stations with Naples, covering roughly 240km in two and a half hours by private sedan or minivan. Mercedes vehicles come staffed with English-speaking drivers trained in Italian road conditions, bottled water aboard, and complimentary WiFi. Choose this if you want reliable ground transport without the uncertainty of public rail or shared shuttle services.
2h 30mfrom AUD $666
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🐠 Water Activities
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Procida Island Boat Tour from Sorrento or Naples
Sail from Sorrento or Naples to Procida, the volcanic island crowned Italian Capital of Culture in 2022. This 8–9 hour boat tour circles the island's seven craters, stopping at turquoise coves, hidden fishing villages, and medieval landmarks. You'll anchor at Chiaia inlet for swimming, explore the pastel-painted streets of Corricella on foot, and spot the D'Avalos Palace and Abbey of San Michele from the water. A professional skipper guides you through the island's raw coastal beauty and cultural heritage.
8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $3664
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Rome in a Flash: Luxury Cabriolet Tour with Italian Delights
Speed through Rome's most recognisable landmarks and quieter backstreets in a convertible, catching the city's character in 90 minutes. Your private driver navigates the Eternal City whilst you settle in for the ride, complete with curated music and a taste of genuine Roman food at a neighbourhood spot locals actually frequent. Designed for those wanting Rome's essence without the museum queues.
1h 30mfrom AUD $133
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Crime and Justice in Rome St. Angel Castle , package price
Explore Renaissance Rome's darker history through three centuries of crime, punishment and power. This 3.5-hour walking tour begins at Castel Sant'Angelo, the papal fortress where nobles and artists faced execution, then moves through the city's notorious sites of torture and death—the former papal prison on Via Giulia and Campo dei Fiori, where heretics were burned. You'll climb to the castle's terraces for views across Rome whilst hearing stories of the city's criminal underworld and the Church's brutal justice.
3h 30mfrom AUD $600
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3 Hours Cooking Course in Rome
Spend three hours in a Roman kitchen learning to cook authentic dishes from the region alongside a professional chef. You'll prepare pasta, sauces, and other staples of Roman cuisine from scratch, then sit down to eat everything you've made. The class wraps up with a proper meal—lunch or dinner depending on timing—so you leave with both skills and a full belly.
3 hoursfrom AUD $158
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Capri Island and Blue Grotto Fullday from Rome
A 12-hour excursion from Rome that whisks you south to Capri by private car and hydrofoil. Your English-speaking guide meets you at Naples port and shepherds you through the island's highlights: the luminous Blue Grotto (sea conditions permitting), the dramatic Faraglioni rock formations, and Augustus's clifftop gardens. The afternoon frees you to wander Capri's village lanes, snap photos, and browse local shops before the return journey to Rome.
12 hoursfrom AUD $1665
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Private transfer, Crystal Symphony, Venice cruise terminal, Marco Polo airport
Door-to-door private car service linking Marco Polo Airport and Venice's cruise terminal for Crystal Symphony passengers. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a cool, comfortable ride covering the 30-minute journey. Tailored for cruise schedules, this beats queuing for water taxis or shared shuttles—ideal if you're arriving with luggage and want to skip the fuss of navigating Venetian waterways immediately after a flight.
30 minfrom AUD $133
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Best of Rome Private Chauffeured Tour
Cruise through Rome's centre in your own chauffeured car, pausing at the city's most recognisable landmarks—Circus Maximus, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Castel Sant'Angelo and Saint Peter's Square among them. Your driver navigates the traffic while you absorb the layers of history from your seat. The tour concludes at Janiculum Hill, where the cityscape unfolds beneath you in full light. Three hours, hotel to hotel, no guide required.
3 hoursfrom AUD $273
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History of Freud in Orvieto
Follow Sigmund Freud's September 1897 footsteps through Orvieto, the Italian town that redirected his entire intellectual trajectory. Over four hours, you'll visit sites that sparked his pivotal epiphany—from Etruscan museums to archaeological treasures—whilst learning how personal crisis, professional rejection and cultural anxiety converged here to reshape psychoanalysis itself. A walking tour that fuses biography, archaeology, and the origins of modern psychology.
4 hoursfrom AUD $416
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