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Enchanted Evening: Private Chauffeured Tour of Rome by Night

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Enchanted Evening: Private Chauffeured Tour of Rome by Night

See Rome's landmarks lit up at night from a private car with your own driver for two hours. You'll cruise past the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trevi Fountain and other famous spots while the city transforms after dark. Hotel pickup and drop-off included, plus prosecco and water aboard an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi.

2 hoursfrom AUD $236

Florence, the City of Arts Private Tour from Rome by train

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Italy

Florence, the City of Arts Private Tour from Rome by train

Travel by business-class train from Rome to [Florence](/places/florence) for a full-day guided exploration of Tuscany's artistic heartland. Your private guide leads you through the city's Renaissance landmarks—the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Accademia—before revealing the quieter neighbourhoods where locals live. Eleven to twelve hours total, including transport, entrance fees and a dedicated English-speaking escort.

11 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1665

Private Uffizi Gallery and Florence City Walking Tour

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Italy

Private Uffizi Gallery and Florence City Walking Tour

Spend three hours exploring [Florence](/places/florence)'s Renaissance masterpieces with a private guide. You'll skip the queues at the Uffizi Gallery to see the collection up close, then walk through the city centre to spot landmarks from the outside. A certified guide leads both segments, using a radio system so you won't miss details even in a crowd. This suits all fitness levels and runs year-round, though the walking portion depends on decent weather.

One-oar Surfing on the Arno River from Florence

Paddle a wide, stable board down [Florence](/places/florence)'s Arno River with a trained guide steering you past Renaissance landmarks. This two-hour float requires no prior experience or athletic ability—you'll glide slowly past the Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio, and palaces of old Florentine families, seeing the city from a perspective most visitors miss. The river's gentle pace means you can absorb the architecture and history without exertion.

Welcome to Florence: First Time in Florence Tour!

A three-hour introduction to [Florence](/places/florence)'s essential landmarks and hidden corners, led by a licensed local guide who shapes the walk to your interests. You'll navigate the Duomo's exterior, riverside views, medieval alleyways and overlooked piazzas, building a genuine sense of the city's layout and stories. Perfect if you're arriving unsure where to begin, or want to move beyond the usual guidebook route without the rush.

Florence "Secrets & Quirks" Discovery Walk!

A three-hour guided walk through [Florence](/places/florence) that peels back the city's polished Renaissance facade to reveal lesser-known tales, local folklore, and quirky corners. Your licensed guide weaves together hidden histories, neighbourhood customs, and dark legends alongside the artistic achievements that shaped the city. Perfect for a first-day orientation that goes beyond the guidebook—you'll grasp Florence as locals know it rather than as a museum piece.

Private Roman Forum Palatine Hill Tour with Augustus and Livia

A private 3-hour guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a licensed archaeologist, covering political and religious sites across two millennia. Your Forum Pass SUPER grants access to imperial residences including Augustus's and Livia's homes, plus panoramic views of the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) from outside. After your guide departs, you're free to wander the ruins independently until closing. Best suited for those with moderate fitness; expect uneven terrain and significant walking.

Fun wine tasting from our unique selection in the heart of Florence

Spend an hour in a intimate [Florence](/places/florence) tasting room discovering small-batch organic and natural wines from independent producers you won't find elsewhere. A knowledgeable guide walks you through each pour, pairing the wines with bruschetta, local cheeses and cured meats that highlight seasonal ingredients and regional flavours. Groups stay small—maximum 10 people—so you'll get genuine conversation rather than a lecture.

Trulli and Church Private Walking Tour in Alberobello

Explore [Alberobello](/places/trulli-of-alberobello)'s distinctive cone-roofed trulli on a private two-hour walking tour through Rione Monti and Rione Aia Piccola. Your guide unpicks the neighbourhoods' architectural evolution, from the Casa D'Amore—where locals defied feudal landlords through ingenious design—to the remarkable Church of Saint Anthony of Padua, itself built in trullo form. Walk at your group's pace through narrow streets lined with whitewashed stone dwellings, learning how 15th-century residents reshaped their built environment to assert independence.

Private Rome Highlights and Roman Forum Tour

This 4-hour private tour pairs a chauffeured panoramic sweep of Rome's most recognisable sights with a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You'll ride through the city in a luxury vehicle, viewing the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) and other landmarks explained by your guide, then spend time on foot navigating the ancient ruins with your licensed guide. The Forum Pass SUPER grants access to lesser-known Imperial sites like the House of Augustus, depending on daily availability. After the structured portion, you're free to wander the Forum independently until closing.

4 hoursfrom AUD $398

7 Wonders of Ancient Rome (Driver Only/Self Touring)

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Italy

7 Wonders of Ancient Rome (Driver Only/Self Touring)

Spend nine hours exploring Ancient Rome's most significant landmarks in a private Mercedes with your own English-speaking driver. You'll move between seven iconic sites—the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Pantheon, Roman Forum, and others—at your own pace, spending as long as you wish at each location while your driver waits with the vehicle. This self-guided approach lets you linger over details that fascinate you, whether that's engineering marvels, political history, or gladiatorial spectacle, without the constraints of group timing.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1549

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Italy

Private Colosseum Roman Forum Tour

Step inside the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a private licensed guide on this three-hour walking tour of Rome's most commanding ancient sites. Your guide unpacks the political intrigue, engineering feats and daily rhythms that defined the empire, moving through each location at a pace that suits your group. You'll stand where gladiators fought, walk through imperial residences and trace the civic heart of classical Rome.

Milan Hidden Gems Guided Tour: Michelangelo's Pietà San Maurizio and San Satiro

Step beyond Milan's main circuit with a private art historian guide exploring three Renaissance churches packed with masterworks. You'll encounter Michelangelo's Pietà Rondanini in the Sforza Castle, admire the fresco-lined interior of San Maurizio—nicknamed the Milanese Sistine Chapel—and uncover Bramante's optical illusion in San Satiro. This three-hour walk traces the city's Renaissance lineage through spaces most visitors miss.

3 hoursfrom AUD $465

Rome Highlights Golf Cart Tour with Photographer

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Italy

Rome Highlights Golf Cart Tour with Photographer

Zip around Rome's monumental quarters on a guided golf-cart spin covering the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo, Spanish Steps and beyond. Over two hours, you'll pull up at eight major sites with a local driver who knows where light hits best and what stories matter. A photographer travels with you, capturing candid moments and architectural shots you'd struggle to frame alone. You get professional images, genuine local knowledge, and the chance to cover ground that would take four hours on foot.

Transfer Pisa to Florence DOOR TO DOOR

Direct private car service whisking you from Pisa Airport or your accommodation straight to [Florence](/places/florence). A professional English-speaking driver handles your luggage and route while you settle in for the 90-minute journey across Tuscany. The vehicle is fully insured, licensed, and spacious enough for groups or solo travellers. Skip the stress of trains and shuttles—arrive refreshed at your Florence address.

Private Hands On Cooking Class In Florence: Pasta and Tiramisù

A three-hour private cooking class in [Florence](/places/florence)'s historic centre where you'll learn to roll tagliatelle with meat ragù, shape ravioli by hand, and build tiramisu layers from scratch. Your chef—a local fluent in English—guides you through each stage before you sit down to eat what you've made, paired with Prosecco and Chianti. Morning sessions include a trip to the neighbourhood market to select ingredients yourself; afternoon classes work with pre-sourced produce.

Horseback Ridings and Wine Tastings in a Winery of San Gimignano

Saddle up in the San Gimignano hills for a five-hour ride through Tuscan vineyards and olive groves, followed by a proper wine education. You'll spend an hour on horseback exploring the winery's property and surrounding woods, then transition to tasting six regional varieties—from crisp Vernaccia to structured Brunello—paired with local cheeses, cured meats, bruschetta, and cantuccini biscuits. Transport from [Florence](/places/florence) is included.

5 hoursfrom AUD $816

Alberobello Immersive : Interactive Tour with the i-Tourist App

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Italy

Alberobello Immersive : Interactive Tour with the i-Tourist App

Navigate [Alberobello](/places/trulli-of-alberobello) at your own pace with the i-Tourist app, which unlocks 11 audio guides across this UNESCO-listed trulli village in Puglia. Over 2.5 to 3 hours, you'll wander the whitewashed lanes of Rione Monti and Rione Aia Piccola, visit the rare two-storey Trullo Sovrano and the striking Church of Sant'Antonio, whilst discovering local stories and artisan traditions through your smartphone. The self-guided format lets you linger where you choose, ideal for travellers who prefer exploration without a set itinerary.

2h 30m – 3 hoursfrom AUD $25

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🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Photo Walk in Florence with Coffee

Wander [Florence](/places/florence)'s backstreets with Simone, a local photographer who knows where light hits the Arno and which alleyways escape the crowds. Starting at Piazza del Duomo, you'll trek toward Ponte Vecchio via quiet piazzas and narrow lanes, learning to frame shots and adjust for harsh midday sun or soft golden hour. Finish with coffee at a neighbourhood café, swapping photography pointers and restaurant recommendations with someone who actually lives here.

1 hourfrom AUD $109

Siena & San Gimignano Private Day Trip with Lunch From Florence

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Italy

Siena & San Gimignano Private Day Trip with Lunch From Florence

Escape [Florence](/places/florence) for a curated day across two of Tuscany's most striking medieval towns. Your private driver collects you from your hotel and delivers you to Siena, where a local guide leads a three-hour walking tour of the UNESCO-listed city, revealing the Duomo, Basilica of Saint Dominico, and the piazzas that define its character. After lunch with wine, you'll drive to San Gimignano, a hilltop settlement bristling with towers and quiet squares. The return journey winds through vineyard-dotted countryside back to Florence.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1074

Colosseum Forums Emperors Palace and Circus Maximus Guided Tour

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Italy

Colosseum Forums Emperors Palace and Circus Maximus Guided Tour

Walk through three defining chapters of Roman power in three hours. Your private guide leads you through the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s blood-soaked amphitheatre, then up Palatine Hill where emperors built their sprawling compounds overlooking the Forum, and finally to Circus Maximus where chariot racing drew crowds of 300,000. You'll hear specifics about how Romans engineered entertainment and authority into stone, with your own pace and expert commentary throughout.

Dining Experience in a 13th-Century Monastery in Florence

Eat a three-course Tuscan meal inside a 13th-century monastery in [Florence](/places/florence)'s countryside, where your host cooks the final dishes tableside. Built as a barn centuries ago, this hillside building now hosts intimate dinners featuring regional specialities paired with local wines. The 2.5-hour experience blends food, architecture, and Tuscan landscape into a single sitting.

Treasures of the Pitti: Discover the Palatine Gallery Florence

Walk through the Medici's 15th-century palace and stand before Renaissance paintings that defined an era. The Palatine Gallery holds works by Titian, Raphael, and Caravaggio hung salon-style across frescoed rooms—a deliberate arrangement that shaped how we view art. Your 90-minute guided tour gets you past queues with reserved entry, then you're free to linger on pieces that catch you.

Morning Running Tour through Florence Historic Center

Pound the cobblestones of [Florence](/places/florence)'s oldest quarters on a guided morning run that covers roughly 10 kilometres through the historic centre. Starting near the Duomo, you'll warm up on quieter streets before hitting major sights—Santa Croce, Santo Spirito—then push uphill to Piazzale Michelangelo for sweeping views across the Arno valley and Tuscan countryside. Your guide runs alongside, sharing context and timing photo moments. Finish with proper Italian breakfast: espresso and cornetti to refuel.

Rome: Colosseum Semi-Private Walking Tour

Walk through Rome's most recognisable monument with a licensed archaeologist, then explore two archaeological sites spanning centuries of Roman rule. This 2 hour 15 minute semi-private tour starts at the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), where your guide unpacks the stories behind gladiatorial combat and engineering feats using wireless headsets. You'll then have flexibility to wander the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace, with entry tickets provided for either the same day or a return visit.

2h 15mfrom AUD $233

Day trip from Rome: Florence and Pisa in a day - private tour

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Day trip from Rome: Florence and Pisa in a day - private tour

A 15-hour private tour whisks you from Rome through Tuscan countryside to [Florence](/places/florence) and Pisa. Your guide steers you past Renaissance architecture, piazzas and fountains in Florence, then on to Pisa's marble monuments including the famous Leaning Tower. Travel by deluxe vehicle with an English-speaking driver, with guided tours lasting three hours in Florence and two in Pisa. Skip-the-line access to Pisa's Baptistery, Cathedral and Tower is included.

15 hoursfrom AUD $1499

Golf Cart Tour of Rome: 3h with local guide and gelato

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Golf Cart Tour of Rome: 3h with local guide and gelato

Tour Rome's monuments and hidden quarters from a golf cart over three hours with a local guide. You'll cover major attractions and lesser-known corners comfortably, stopping to explore sites in detail with expert commentary. The open-air vehicle gives unobstructed views across the city's piazzas and streets. Finishes with gelato. Small groups up to seven passengers.

3 hoursfrom AUD $300

Private Bike Tour of Rome's Top Attractions and Nature

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Italy

Private Bike Tour of Rome's Top Attractions and Nature

Cycle through Rome's historic centre with a knowledgeable local guide, hitting major landmarks from the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) and Roman Forum to the Pantheon and beyond. Three options range from a brisk 2-hour spin through ancient ruins to a full 6-hour journey encompassing St. Peter's Basilica and riverside viewpoints. You'll navigate car-free routes at your own pace, spotting architectural treasures and getting insider context on the city's layers. Professional bikes supplied; entrance fees separate.

2 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $324

Private tour in Matera and Alberobello Unesco Wonders

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private tour in Matera and Alberobello Unesco Wonders

A guided drive through two of southern Italy's most distinctive UNESCO sites in a single day. Your licensed driver navigates you through Matera's dramatic ravine dwellings and [Alberobello](/places/trulli-of-alberobello)'s cone-roofed trulli houses, stopping for walking tours at each location. The journey spans the borderlands of Basilicata and Puglia, revealing how rural communities shaped these architectural landscapes over centuries. Eight to nine hours, fully air-conditioned transport with on-board WiFi included.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1066

Private Day Tour to Rome and the Vatican from Civitavecchia

★ 5.0 (1)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Day Tour to Rome and the Vatican from Civitavecchia

A 10-hour private excursion from Civitavecchia to Rome with dedicated driver and air-conditioned transport. You'll skip the motorway stress and parking hassle, arriving refreshed to explore the capital's marquee sights—the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Vatican Museums—at your own pace. Your driver handles navigation while you take in the Eternal City's scale and grandeur without the usual logistical friction.

10 hoursfrom AUD $749

★ 5.0 (1)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome Bike Rentals

Explore Rome's layered neighbourhoods and monumental landmarks by bike, navigating from the Tiber's leafy banks to the ancient arena where gladiators once fought. This flexible rental option lets you set your own pace across the city's chaotic markets, hidden piazzas, and traffic-choked streets where two wheels beat four. Choose your duration—from a quick afternoon loop to a full-day ramble—and pedal through the capital at human speed.

2 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $25

Colosseum St Peter in Chains Church and Mamertine Prison Tour

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Italy

Colosseum St Peter in Chains Church and Mamertine Prison Tour

This 3-hour private tour traces Rome's early Christian history through three sites steeped in martyrdom narratives. You'll enter the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) to hear accounts of persecuted believers, walk the Roman Forum where early Christians preached and lived, then descend into the Mamertine Prison where saints were supposedly held before execution. A guide leads you through the physical spaces and stories that shaped Christianity's foothold in the Eternal City, moving beyond tourist mythology to examine what actually happened here.

Inferno Tour In Florence

Trace the literary locations and historical backdrop that inspired Dan Brown's Inferno across [Florence](/places/florence)'s medieval streets. This two-hour guided walk unpicks the connections between Dante's vision of Hell and the city's actual darker chapters, moving through piazzas and passages where Renaissance intrigue, punishment, and salvation intersect. A guide leads you past palaces and churches that feature in the novel while revealing the real Florence beneath its tourist sheen.

PRIVATE TRANSFER FROM FLORENCE TO ROME (or vice versa)

A five-hour private transfer between [Florence](/places/florence) and Rome in a air-conditioned Mercedes with a knowledgeable driver who shares local insights along the route. The journey includes a stop in Orvieto, where your driver can suggest worthwhile sights and help plan your time. The service picks up and drops off at your hotel, and you can request customisations to suit your schedule or interests, though additional fees may apply.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1582

ROME: Lovely private walkin city Centre with Gourmet Restaurant

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Italy

ROME: Lovely private walkin city Centre with Gourmet Restaurant

A 2.5-hour private walking tour through Rome's centre with an official guide, hitting major piazzas and monuments before finishing with dinner at a quality restaurant. You'll navigate from Piazza del Popolo and the Pincio viewpoint down through Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain, then cross to Piazza Venezia—dominated by the Vittoriano and layered with twentieth-century history—before exploring the Pantheon and Navona Square. Gelato tasting and bottled water included.

Private Walking Tour of Uffizi Gallery

Spend two hours with a private guide navigating [Florence](/places/florence)'s Uffizi Gallery, home to over 1,500 artworks spanning centuries. You'll move through rooms at your own rhythm, stopping before the pieces that speak to you—whether that's Botticelli's Birth of Venus, Michelangelo's Doni Tondo, or Titian's Venus of Urbino. Your guide provides context and expertise without rushing you through the Renaissance's greatest hits.

Private transfer from Florence city or airport to Umbria Assisi-Perugia area

Door-to-door private transfer whisking you from [Florence](/places/florence) city centre or airport directly to your Umbrian accommodation in Assisi or Perugia. Skip the station queues and ride-share scramble—a driver meets you with a nameplate and takes you straight through Italy's countryside in roughly two hours. Rates calculated per person when sharing with up to seven other travellers.

Colosseum-Roman Forum and Palatine Hills Guided Tour

A 2.5-hour guided walk through Rome's three monumental archaeological sites: the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Your guide unpacks the stories behind the ruins—emperors, gladiators, political intrigue—while you move through the structures themselves. You'll access the Colosseum's second level and gardens, explore the Temple of Venus and Rome, and finish with views across the city from Palatine Hill. Skip-the-line entry included, though security screening still applies.

2h 30mfrom AUD $158

Pisa and Florence Port Tour (Driver Only/Self Touring)

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Italy

Pisa and Florence Port Tour (Driver Only/Self Touring)

Your driver collects you directly from Livorno port and drives you into Tuscany for nine hours exploring Pisa and [Florence](/places/florence) at your own pace. See Pisa's layered medieval history beyond its famous tilted tower, then spend time in Florence where Renaissance masters left their intellectual and artistic mark across the city. You navigate independently—your English-speaking driver handles transport and parking while you explore on foot.

9 hoursfrom AUD $2498

Colosseum with the arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill tour

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Italy

Colosseum with the arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill tour

Walk through Rome's most iconic ruins with a guide who unpacks the city's transformation from republic to empire. You'll explore the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s arena floor, clamber across the Roman Forum's scattered temples and basilicas, and climb Palatine Hill where emperors once held court. Over roughly two hours, you'll stand where gladiators fought, senators debated, and power shifted. A licensed guide shares stories and lesser-known details that bring these layered sites to life.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $133

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