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Much more than a Cooking Class: Pasta and Tiramisu in Rome

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🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Much more than a Cooking Class: Pasta and Tiramisu in Rome

Spend an evening in Debora and Fiamma's hilltop home overlooking Rome, making fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch. Over four hours, you'll learn to shape tagliatelle and cavatelli, master two sauce techniques, and assemble the classic Roman dessert. The night includes wine, sparkling wine, soft drinks, and a full dinner to taste what you've made. Walk away with recipes and practical skills picked up directly from your hosts.

"COOKING WITH LOVE": Pasta Cooking Class in Rome

Spend three and a half hours in a Rome kitchen learning to build pasta and tiramisu from their foundations with Chef Michela. You'll work through kneading, shaping, and timing pasta to the perfect bite, then layer a proper tiramisu. Afterwards, sit down to eat what you've made, paired with Prosecco or wine. Groups of 2–20 welcome.

Traditional pasta rolling in an ancient Tuscan home

Roll pasta by hand in Barbara's centuries-old Tuscan kitchen, learning the rhythms of traditional Italian cooking. You'll work with eggs from her hens and vegetables harvested that morning, then sit down to eat what you've made alongside local wine. The 4.5-hour session takes small groups of up to 8, ending with a proper lunch in the heart of the Tuscan countryside.

Authentic Italian Pasta Class & Lunch at Historic Tuscan Villa

Spend three and a half hours cooking traditional Tuscan dishes in a 17th-century villa nestled in Chianti Classico. You'll pick vegetables straight from the garden, then work alongside Chef Lucrezia to prepare bruschette, hand-rolled cavatelli, and a choice of mains—all served with house wine at a long table overlooking the grounds. This isn't theatre; it's an afternoon where you cook what you eat, in the place where it matters.

Vegan cooking class in a magical setting

Learn to cook plant-based Italian classics in a Roman garden with instructor Cristina. This three-hour hands-on class teaches you to roll strozzapreti and ravioli stuffed with vegan ricotta, plus bake biscuits for a vegan tiramisù. Work alongside other food-curious participants in an open-air setting, with wine included and seasonal ingredients prepped fresh as you cook.

"Sweet Hills of Chianti & San Gimignano" with Lunch & 2 Tastings

This eight-hour private tour sweeps through Tuscany's celebrated wine country, starting from [Florence](/places/florence). You'll travel through Chianti's cypress-lined valleys and vineyard slopes, stopping at San Gimignano's medieval towers before settling into a working family farm for a three-course lunch paired with local wines. The afternoon includes a castle visit and a second tasting session at a Chianti Classico producer, returning to Florence by 5pm.

Seafood Cooking Class and Lunch in the Heart of Sorrento

Learn to cook three classic Italian dishes at Quanto Basta, a neighbourhood cooking school in central Sorrento. Chef Antonino, trained by his grandmother, guides you through making fresh pasta, fish acquapazza, and tiramisu from scratch. You'll kick off with prosecco and prawns, then sit down to eat what you've prepared, paired with local wine. The whole experience takes three hours and leaves you with real skills and a full stomach.

Private Art & Wine Tour in Cortona & Montepulciano, with lunch & 2 wine tastings

A private eight-hour tour through southern Tuscany combining art, wine, and countryside exploration. Start in the medieval town of Cortona and its monastery, then descend into the historic cellars of Montepulciano to taste Vino Nobile and Super Tuscan wines. A three-course lunch of homemade pasta, local cheeses, and cold cuts anchors the day, served in a centuries-old cellar. Your own driver and guide handle transport and commentary throughout.

PRIVATE TRANSFER from Florence to Venice with private chauffeur

Travel from [Florence](/places/florence) to Venice in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver over three hours. Skip airport queues and coach hassles—your luggage stays secure on board whilst you relax in an air-conditioned minivan. The driver knows the route and can suggest stops in Ferrara, Bologna, or at Barberino Outlet if you fancy a break. Hotel pickups available throughout Florence.

Rome Walking and Street Food Tour – Pay What You Eat Formula

Walk through Rome's historic quarters with a local guide who knows where the real food lives. You'll pass through Campo de' Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, Largo di Torre Argentina, Piazza Navona, and the Pantheon area over two and a half hours, stopping at vendors selling supplì, carciofi alla giudia, pizza al taglio, porchetta, and gelato. The catch: you eat what appeals to you and pay only for those bites. No preset menu, no surprises at the end.

Best of Naples & Pompeii Private Tour w/Luxury Car, Guide, Tkts!

Squeeze Naples and Pompeii into a single day with a private guide and car. You'll explore the city's architectural landmarks—Spaccanapoli's chaotic streets, the grand Piazza del Plebiscito, Teatro San Carlo—then head south to walk through Pompeii's remarkably intact Roman streets and buildings. Your certified guide handles the logistics; you handle the wonder. Eight hours, pick-up from port or hotel included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1117

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✈️ Transfers

Italy

Venice to Trieste DA Transfer

Private chauffeur-driven journey from Venice's Piazzale Roma to Trieste in a Mercedes sedan, covering the 120km route in roughly two hours. Your driver handles navigation along the northeastern Italian coast whilst you settle in with complimentary water. Straightforward point-to-point transport for those wanting to skip the train and travel in privacy.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $983

Full Guided Tour of the St. Peter Basilica

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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Full Guided Tour of the St. Peter Basilica

Spend two hours inside St. Peter's Basilica with a licensed guide who unpacks the building's art, architecture and spiritual weight. You'll stand before Michelangelo's Pietà, crane your neck at his dome, and trace the marble work and mosaics that fill every surface. The guide connects you to papal history, Bernini's canopy over the altar, and the symbolism baked into the design. This isn't a race through the basilica—it's a structured look at why the place matters, whether you're drawn to faith, craftsmanship, or sheer scale.

Tuscan Food Cooking Class in San Gimignano Winery from Florence

Learn to cook a four-course Tuscan meal from a local chef in San Gimignano, then eat what you've made alongside estate wines. This five-hour class runs from [Florence](/places/florence) and includes return transport to the winery. You'll work through traditional recipes, sit down to a proper dinner, and taste wines from the property's reserves. Leave with techniques and recipes to recreate the meal at home.

Small Group Bacaro Food Tour with Local Guide in Venice

Spend two hours with Roberto, a local Venetian, ducking into backstreet bars and hidden squares whilst grazing on cicchetti—the city's answer to tapas. This small-group tour cuts through the postcard Venice to reveal how residents actually eat and move through their neighbourhood. You'll taste from three traditional bacaro spots, sip local wines and spirits, and pick up the kinds of recommendations only someone who lives here can give.

Truffle Hunting and Tasting in San Gimignano with a Tuscan Lunch

Hunt for truffles alongside a professional and his trained dogs in a private oak forest near San Gimignano, then sit down to a four-course Tuscan lunch paired with eleven regional wines. This six-hour experience from [Florence](/places/florence) teaches you to spot black and white truffles in their natural habitat, understand the terrain that produces them, and taste what you've found prepared by local cooks. A straightforward blend of fieldwork and table.

Secret Venice Walk, Artisan Alleys & Hidden Stories

A 90-minute guided walk through Venice's less-trampled corners, revealing the city beyond the postcard facades. Your certified guide takes you past Saint Mark's Square, Marco Polo's former residence, and the Pantheon of Venice, sharing the stories and legends locals actually talk about. You'll navigate the outer passages and squares on foot, hearing commentary from outside each landmark rather than entering them. Suited to all fitness levels, though the route involves steady walking and steps.

Boat Tour with Aperitifs, Lunches and Parties in La Spezia

Spend six hours aboard a Sorrento gozzo exploring La Spezia's coastline with your group. This private or shared boat accommodates up to seven passengers and includes a skipper, fuel, snorkelling gear, and refreshments. The vessel has an onboard kitchen and toilet, letting you celebrate birthdays, engagements, or simply anchor in quiet coves whilst eating and drinking together. Every trip can be tailored to your group's preferences.

6 hoursfrom AUD $550

Private Tour to Pisa and Lucca in English Español and Purtuguês

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tour to Pisa and Lucca in English Español and Purtuguês

Spend eight hours exploring two Tuscan treasures on a private guided tour. Begin in Pisa to see the tilted tower and piazza's architectural ensemble, then move to Lucca, a walled Renaissance city with intact fortifications stretching five kilometres. A multilingual driver guides you through both destinations, handling transport and parking while you navigate the streets at your own pace. Lunch is on you, but everything else—vehicle, fuel, entrance logistics—is sorted.

Hike and Dinner in Positano among ancient flavors and traditions

Combine a coastal trek through Positano with a three-course dinner showcasing regional recipes passed down through generations. Your guide Franco, a certified trekking specialist with 25 years' experience navigating these cliffs, leads you along footpaths offering unobstructed views of the Amalfi coastline before settling at a table for locally-sourced cuisine paired with regional wine. The full experience runs three and a half hours and suits those with solid cardiovascular fitness.

3h 30mfrom AUD $355

Ticket to ride: a panoramic train running close to Lake Maggiore

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Ticket to ride: a panoramic train running close to Lake Maggiore

Travel a century-old rail line that traces a Roman road from Italy into Switzerland, winding through the valleys overlooking Lake Maggiore. This 7-hour guided journey aboard the restored Vigezzina train takes you across dramatic terrain, stopping in characterful villages like Santa Maria Maggiore where you can step out and explore. You'll see the lake's hinterland from a vantage point most visitors never reach—rattling through gorges and alpine pastures on tracks that survived floods and political upheaval to keep remote communities connected.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1212

A tour between culture and taste: Varese and its Holy Mount

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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

A tour between culture and taste: Varese and its Holy Mount

Discover Varese, the genteel garden city that wealthy Milan families favoured as a retreat, on this seven-hour private tour blending architecture and taste. Wander the town centre's grand villas and their manicured grounds, then ascend the UNESCO-listed Sacred Mount via its famous cobbled processional way, lined with fourteen baroque chapels. Finish in the hilltop village of Santa Maria del Monte with tastings of local confectionery and Borducan liqueur—a herbal orange spirit crafted by locals for centuries.

7 hoursfrom AUD $933

★ 5.0 (1)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private 3 hours Walking Tour of Rome

Walk through three millennia of Rome's layered history on this three-hour private tour of the centro storico. Your guide navigates you past the Pantheon—an architectural feat that still astonishes—through neighbourhood piazzas where locals actually gather, stopping at churches tucked between centuries-old buildings and the baroque splendour of Trevi Fountain. You'll cross Campo dei Fiori's market square and climb the Spanish Steps without the tour-bus crowds. Hotel pickup and drop-off included if you're staying centrally.

Rome Private WWII Tour Exploring Nazi Occupation and Resistance

A three-hour guided walk through Rome's darkest chapter: the Nazi occupation and Italian resistance of 1944. Your Roman-born guide—a historian and grandson of resistance fighters—takes you to sites of armed rebellion, mass deportation, and brutal imprisonment. Stand where partisans struck back against occupying forces, then descend into the prison cells where they were tortured. This isn't sanitised history; it's the weight of what the city endured when caught between Allied bombs and Nazi terror.

Private Uffizi's Gallery tour

Spend two to three hours with a dedicated guide navigating the Uffizi's masterpieces. You'll steer the experience—focus on a particular era, artistic movement, or let your guide chart a course through the essential works that shaped Western art. This is a conversation about art, not a recitation. The gallery's collection spans centuries, and your guide adjusts the pace and depth to match what draws you in.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $350

Full-Day Pompeii - Vesuvius - Winery Lunch Experience Private Tour

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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Full-Day Pompeii - Vesuvius - Winery Lunch Experience Private Tour

This full-day private tour from Naples, Sorrento or Positano combines two of Campania's most significant sites: the volcanic ruins of Pompeii and the crater of Mount Vesuvius itself. You'll spend two hours walking the preserved Roman streets before ascending the volcano that buried the city in 79 AD, then finish at a local winery on the slopes overlooking the Bay of Naples. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport included; lunch and wine-tasting are at your own expense.

Romantic Night on Board in Positano

Spend an evening aboard a private boat moored in Positano, starting with a sunset departure from the main dock. You'll cruise along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), stopping for dinner at a local restaurant in Nerano or Praiano before returning to the boat for the night. Wake to a full breakfast served on deck, then disembark at 9am. This overnight experience captures the romance of the Tyrrhenian Sea without the distraction of a full day itinerary.

1 dayfrom AUD $117

Private 8-hour Tour to Verona from Milan

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private 8-hour Tour to Verona from Milan

Travel by private car from Milan to Verona, a UNESCO-listed city that inspired Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Your eight-hour journey includes hotel pickup, a two-hour guided walk through the Roman-era centre with its riverside piazzas and medieval streets, and return transport. The guide steers you toward genuine local trattorias for lunch, letting you taste regional cooking without tourist markup.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1550

Rome in One Night: Illuminated Highlights Private Tour by Car

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome in One Night: Illuminated Highlights Private Tour by Car

See Rome's celebrated landmarks lit against the night sky on this two-hour evening circuit by private car. A dedicated driver handles navigation while your guide steps out at each stop to share stories and frame shots. Skip the hassle of night-time navigation and cramped tour coaches—this is designed for travellers with limited time who want the essentials without the footwork. Covers the city's most recognisable sights in comfort.

2 hoursfrom AUD $500

Como: Lugano and Swiss Chocolate Factory Day Trip

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Como: Lugano and Swiss Chocolate Factory Day Trip

A six-hour excursion from Como that whisks you across the Swiss border to explore chocolate-making traditions and the lakeside elegance of Lugano. Start with a guided factory visit covering production techniques and heritage, followed by tastings of artisanal confections. The afternoon splits between a mountain-framed panorama of Lugano and unhurried wandering through the old town's arcaded streets, waterfront promenades, and boutique shops. Return to Como at leisure in a small-group van.

From Florence : Lamborghini and Ferrari and Pagani day

A five to seven hour drive through Emilia-Romagna's automotive heartland, visiting three legendary supercar manufacturers from [Florence](/places/florence). You'll explore the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, walk through Lamborghini's museum and production facilities to see the Aventador and Huracán, and tour Pagani's headquarters. Lunch at Bullbar includes views over the Lamborghini factory grounds, with traditional Bolognese cooking fuelling the day.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $766

Lake Martignano Horseback Ride with Guide Near Rome

★ 5.0 (1)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Lake Martignano Horseback Ride with Guide Near Rome

Escape Rome's crowds on a guided horseback ride through the Lazio countryside surrounding Lake Martignano. This 1 hour 20 minute experience takes you across rolling terrain and lakeside trails, accessible to riders of any ability. Your guide handles safety and navigation while you move through quiet farmland and woodland at an easy pace, trading urban noise for open air and genuine countryside.

Exclusive 2,5-Hour Private Boat Tour in Monopoli

Cruise the Adriatic along Monopoli's limestone coast, visiting sea caves carved into dramatic cliffs and exploring crystalline waters perfect for swimming. This 2.5-hour private boat tour navigates hidden grottoes and rock formations shaped by centuries of tidal action. You'll have plenty of time in the water with snorkelling gear provided, drinks and snacks on board, and a skipper who knows every inlet along this stretch of Puglia's shoreline.

Exclusive 5-Hour Private Boat Tour in Monopoli

A five-hour private boat journey along Monopoli's coastline, piloted by experienced skippers who navigate sea caves carved into limestone cliffs. You'll access grottoes unreachable by land, swim in crystalline Adriatic waters, and snorkel around submerged rock formations. The boat carries refreshments, snorkelling gear, and a head, making it self-contained for the duration. Suited to anyone curious about geology and coastal scenery rather than adrenaline thrills.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1332

★ 5.0 (1)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Discovering the isles of Lake Iseo

A three-hour private boat tour around Lake Iseo's three islands, centred on Montisola and its Museum of Net. You'll cruise past quiet shorelines and discover how fishing shaped this corner of Lombardy—from boat-building to net-weaving traditions that locals still practise. The journey departs and returns to Sulzano, the village that hosted Christo's Floating Piers installation. A guide accompanies you throughout, sharing stories of craft heritage largely hidden from mainstream tourism.

3 hoursfrom AUD $947

Viterbo and Tuscia: full-day private tour from Rome

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Viterbo and Tuscia: full-day private tour from Rome

Venture north from Rome to Viterbo and the Tuscia region on a private full-day excursion with an English-speaking driver. This 8–10 hour tour explores one of Italy's significant medieval papal centres and its surrounding countryside, where Renaissance palaces, ancient streets, and natural landscapes reward unhurried wandering. Your own transport and guide mean you set the pace, stopping where your curiosity leads.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $578

Royal Palace of Caserta,Casertavecchia or Sant'Agata de goti Tour

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Royal Palace of Caserta,Casertavecchia or Sant'Agata de goti Tour

An eight-hour private tour through Caserta's countryside for up to eight people. Depart from your Naples hotel, airport, or station to explore the sprawling Royal Palace at your own pace, then venture into the hilltop village of Casertavecchia and the winding stone streets of Sant'Agata dei Goti. Finish with regional dishes and local wines that anchor the region's culinary identity.

Homemade Pasta Cooking Class

Roll up your sleeves and learn to shape fresh pasta from scratch with a local cook in Tuscany. This 2.5-hour class strips away the mystique of Italian cooking, walking you through dough-making and hand-formed shapes before sitting down to eat what you've made. You'll also descend into a 2500-year-old Etruscan grain store beneath the Fattoria di Fiano, adding a tangible layer of history to your afternoon.

Private Wine Tour with The Whites of Langa Tasting

A sommelier guides you through the Monferrato and Langa vineyard region, a UNESCO-recognised landscape in Piedmont. Over two hours, you'll walk through working cellars and the ageing rooms where white wines develop their character, then taste three local varieties alongside regional cheese and pastries. The tour suits all fitness levels and welcomes families with prams.

From Siena Pasta Class with Brunello Tasting and Lunch

Learn to shape Tuscan pasta from scratch in Siena, then sit down to a three-course spread paired with local wines including Brunello di Montalcino. You'll roll, cut, and cook your own work, explore the estate cellar, taste wine directly from oak barrels, and finish with dessert. Transport from Siena included. Two and a half hours total.

2h 30mfrom AUD $431

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