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Tours in Italy

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Lake Como private boat tour _ to Bellagio & Lunch _ 3/4 Hrs
★ 4.8 (11)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Lake Como private boat tour _ to Bellagio & Lunch _ 3/4 Hrs

Cruise Lake Como's northern reach from Argegno aboard a private sportboat, gliding past waterfront villages and grand estates. Choose the 3-hour sprint to Bellagio or the 4-hour version with a leisurely lakeside lunch stop at a local restaurant (your choice, confirmed beforehand). Small groups of up to six ensure you're not squeezed in with strangers. Wine and soft drinks flow throughout.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1499
Christian Rome Private Tour: Papal Basilica/Catacombs/Appian way
★ 4.8 (11)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Christian Rome Private Tour: Papal Basilica/Catacombs/Appian way

A four-hour private tour exploring Christian Rome's underground and ancient sites. Start at the Catacombs of San Callisto, where you'll descend into early Christian burial chambers carved from tufa rock, then travel via private car to the Appian Way—the legendary trade and military route that shaped the Roman empire. Visit Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis and the Basilica of St Paul. Hotel pick-up and drop-off included; skip the crowds and see what most visitors overlook.

4 hoursfrom AUD $143
Private Day Trip from Rome: Pompeii Positano and Amalfi
★ 4.8 (36)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Private Day Trip from Rome: Pompeii Positano and Amalfi

A 14-hour private journey from Rome encompassing two UNESCO sites: the archaeologically significant Pompeii and the dramatic [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast). Depart your hotel in a climate-controlled minivan with driver and assistant, explore the preserved Roman city with a dedicated local guide, then venture south to Positano and Amalfi. Taste limoncello in Amalfi, browse Positano's shops, and soak in coastal views. Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii included.

14 hoursfrom AUD $396
Private Convertible Fiat 500 Tour of Rome with Photoshoot
★ 4.8 (27)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Private Convertible Fiat 500 Tour of Rome with Photoshoot

Wind through Rome's most celebrated spots in an open-top Fiat 500 driven by a local who knows every corner. Over two hours, you'll coast past the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trastevere's winding lanes, and the Circus Maximus, stopping for professional photographs at the Colosseum and atop Janiculum Hill where Rome sprawls in every direction. Santa Sabina Basilica and the Orange Garden round out the route, all soundtracked by vintage Italian melodies that fit the convertible's throwback charm.

2 hoursfrom AUD $188
Rome VIP Wine and Food Tasting in a 2,000 Year Old Roman Cistern
★ 4.8 (21)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Rome VIP Wine and Food Tasting in a 2,000 Year Old Roman Cistern

Taste curated Italian wines and artisan foods in a 1st-century Roman cistern beneath Trastevere. This 45-minute to 75-minute session takes place in Catina Fabullus, an 18th-century building housing an authentic underground cellar. A sommelier and expert guide walk you through Slow Food presidium products and DOC-certified wines, each paired to tell the story of regional Italian gastronomy. Every item comes from small producers committed to traditional methods and environmental stewardship.

45 min – 1h 15mfrom AUD $82
Assisi: Three Saints, St Carlo, Francis & Clare Walking Tour
★ 4.8 (16)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Assisi: Three Saints, St Carlo, Francis & Clare Walking Tour

Walk through Assisi's medieval heart tracing the lives of three saints who shaped Catholic faith. Over two hours, you'll visit the Sanctuary of the Spoliation where Carlo Acutis is entombed, Clare's basilica, and the major Basilica of Francis himself. A local guide steeped in Franciscan history unpacks their conversions and legacies whilst you wander flagstone streets and cloistered spaces. The tour balances spiritual narrative with tangible places—tombs, altars, courtyards—where devotion took root.

2 hoursfrom AUD $211
Pompeii & Mt.Vesuvius Private Tour (All inclusive package)
★ 4.8 (16)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Pompeii & Mt.Vesuvius Private Tour (All inclusive package)

Stand at Vesuvius's crater rim, then descend into Pompeii's frozen streets with a private guide who knows where the tour groups don't venture. This 7–8 hour private experience pairs volcano views over the Bay of Naples with an unhurried exploration of Roman homes, temples, and street life at ground level. You'll move at your own rhythm with hotel pickup included, making it practical for couples, families, and small groups after a quick lunch break.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $698
Transfer from Civitavecchia Port to Rome Fiumicino Airport
★ 4.8 (16)
✈️ Transfers
Italy

Transfer from Civitavecchia Port to Rome Fiumicino Airport

Direct private car service whisking you from Civitavecchia port to Rome Fiumicino Airport in 45 minutes to just over an hour. Your driver handles the route while you relax in an air-conditioned vehicle, no stops or detours unless you arrange them separately. Straightforward point-to-point transfer suited to any fitness level, with prams welcome for small children.

45 min – 1h 15mfrom AUD $197
Verona Must-See Sites: Guided Walking City Tour with local Expert
★ 4.8 (41)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Verona Must-See Sites: Guided Walking City Tour with local Expert

Spend two hours navigating Verona's compact historic centre with a knowledgeable local guide who'll steer you past the postcard clichés. You'll encounter the monumental Arena, wander through Piazza Bra's architectural grandeur, and discover the layered stories of [Piazza delle Erbe](/places/piazza-delle-erbe-italy) and the Juliet house—but filtered through genuine historical context rather than romance-novel mythology. The guide reveals how this Roman trading post evolved into a medieval power centre, grounding each landmark in real chronology and consequence.

2 hoursfrom AUD $50
Taranto Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
★ 4.8 (10)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Taranto Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

Explore Taranto at your own pace using this locally-curated digital guide with audio narration and written notes. Over 2–3 hours, you'll navigate the city's key landmarks, learn the histories and quirks behind them, and discover where locals eat and drink properly. All guidance comes in five languages, so you move freely without a guide in tow, stopping when something catches your eye.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $10
Viola Park Guided Tour Discover ACF Fiorentina's Home Base
★ 4.8 (10)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Viola Park Guided Tour Discover ACF Fiorentina's Home Base

Step inside Viola Park, Fiorentina's cutting-edge training complex sprawling across 64 acres in Bagno a Ripoli. This two-hour guided walk takes you through ten regulation pitches, the Media Centre, and behind-the-scenes spaces where Serie A athletes train daily. You'll watch a documentary on the club's storied past, sip a drink at the Sports Bar amid championship memorabilia, and pocket an exclusive memento. The facility showcases how modern Italian sport blends performance with architectural ambition and environmental responsibility.

2 hoursfrom AUD $150
Adventure on horseback in the Tuscan countryside
★ 4.8 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Adventure on horseback in the Tuscan countryside

Ride through the Sienese hills on a guided horseback tour that winds past vineyards, olive groves and cypress-lined roads. Your guide reveals the landscape's plant and animal life, plus stories tied to each location. Horses are calm and well-trained, making this accessible whether you're a first-timer or experienced rider. Options to pause for a riverside picnic or detour to a winery for tastings.

1 hourfrom AUD $117
The Medici Family in Florence: a history of money, power and gossip!
★ 4.8 (10)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

The Medici Family in Florence: a history of money, power and gossip!

Trace the Medici dynasty across [Florence](/places/florence)'s centro storico on a two-hour walking tour that unpicks how this merchant family engineered their grip on the city. You'll move from their first palazzo through the churches they bankrolled, past the political nerve centre they controlled, and finish at the sprawling Pitti Palace—their ultimate statement of wealth. A licensed guide separates documented history from the rumours and scandals that coloured their rise.

2 hoursfrom AUD $250
From Palau : La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with Lunch!
★ 4.8 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

From Palau : La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with Lunch!

A seven-hour boat tour departing from Palau explores the scattered islands and hidden coves of the La Maddalena Archipelago. Limited to small groups of ten, you'll navigate crystalline waters, anchor at secluded beaches for swimming, and paddle into sheltered bays with stand-up boards. A proper lunch of Sardinian charcuterie, local wine, and myrtle liqueur fuels the day. Routes shift with weather and sea conditions, so each trip charts its own course through this wild corner of Sardinia.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1499
E-bike Tour to Alberobello with Visit to a Donkey Farm
★ 4.8 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Italy

E-bike Tour to Alberobello with Visit to a Donkey Farm

Pedal through [Alberobello](/places/trulli-of-[alberobello](/places/trulli-of-alberobello))'s distinctive trulli on electric bikes, then venture into the quiet countryside past vineyards and olive groves toward a working donkey farm. This 2.5-hour guided ride keeps a steady, manageable pace through the historic centro and rolling rural landscape. A local guide handles route logistics and pacing, whilst you meet the farm's animals before cycling back through country lanes to your starting point.

2h 30mfrom AUD $78
Private Winery Visit and tasting of Gagliole Wines
★ 4.8 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Private Winery Visit and tasting of Gagliole Wines

Step into the cellars of Gagliole for a hands-on look at how their wines come together, from fermentation vessels to bottle. Over ninety minutes, your host walks you through the winemaking craft, then settles you into the tasting room with four estate wines—a white, two Chianti expressions, and their signature red—paired with house-made biscuits, cured meats, and their own olive oil. Designed for curious drinkers, not wine buffs alone.

1h 30mfrom AUD $58
Castello Walking tour and the Giants of Mont'e Prama
★ 4.8 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Castello Walking tour and the Giants of Mont'e Prama

Walk through Cagliari's fortified Castello quarter to trace the city's evolution via the Cathedral of Santa Maria, St Pancras Church, the Elephant Tower and defensive bastions. Then head to the Archaeological Museum to encounter artefacts from the Bronze and Iron Age Nuragic people—their bronze figurines, defensive towers and the monumental Giants of Mont'e Prama, colossal limestone sculptures that rank among the Mediterranean's earliest large-scale statuary. Three and a half hours total with a licensed guide.

3h 30mfrom AUD $92
Wine and Food tasting PRIVATE Guided Tour
★ 4.8 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Wine and Food tasting PRIVATE Guided Tour

A private 6–8 hour tour through Italy's wine country with a knowledgeable driver-guide and winery experts. You'll stop at key points along the route to learn about regional history, architecture and customs, then visit a working winery for a guided cellar tour and tastings of local wines paired with cured meats, cheeses and bread. Skip the crowds and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1166
Private Direct Transfer From Venice to Ravena
★ 4.8 (5)
✈️ Transfers
Italy

Private Direct Transfer From Venice to Ravena

Direct private transfer whisking you from Venice to Ravenna in 2–3 hours. Your English-speaking driver knows the route and the region, ready to chat about stops worth making or sights en route. Vehicle size adjusts to your group—sedan for two, van for a dozen. No shared minibus nonsense, no waiting for other passengers.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $406
Genoa Gourmet Half-Day Food Tour
★ 4.8 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Genoa Gourmet Half-Day Food Tour

Spend three and a half hours navigating Genoa's tight medieval laneways with a local food enthusiast who doubles as your guide. You'll sample regional dishes and specialities while learning where locals actually eat, picking up recommendations you won't find in guidebooks. The tour includes lunch, coffee or tea, and a genuine feel for how the city's food culture works beyond the obvious spots.

3h 30mfrom AUD $211
Rivoli's Castle & Sacra di San Michele
★ 4.8 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Rivoli's Castle & Sacra di San Michele

Explore two of Piedmont's architectural landmarks in a leisurely six to seven-hour private tour. You'll visit Rivoli's Castle, a sprawling royal residence showcasing neoclassical design and contemporary art, then travel to the hilltop Sacra di San Michele, a 10th-century sanctuary perched dramatically above the Val di Susa. A small-group experience (maximum three people) with transport and refreshments included, allowing you to set the pace and linger where it interests you most.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $396
Tour of the Archeological Park
★ 4.8 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Tour of the Archeological Park

Explore Syracuse's archaeological treasures with a local guide who knows these ancient grounds intimately. This two-hour tour traces Greek and Roman civilisation across the park, moving between Sicily's grandest theatre, a monumental sacrificial altar, a Roman amphitheatre, and vast stone quarries. You'll descend into the Ear of Dionysius, a limestone cave famous for its acoustic properties—whispered words carry across the chamber with eerie clarity.

2 hoursfrom AUD $172
Private Cooking Class in Naples in a House with Beautiful Terrace
★ 4.8 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Private Cooking Class in Naples in a House with Beautiful Terrace

Cook alongside Lorenzo in his Naples kitchen overlooking the city, crafting fresh pasta from scratch over three and a half hours. You'll learn the fundamentals of shaping ravioli or scialatielli by hand, then simmer a sauce while Lorenzo guides you through technique and ingredient selection. Choose your menu—meat or vegetarian—before sitting down to eat what you've made, rounded out with aperitif, wine, and dessert. A proper sit-down meal, not a rushed class.

3h 30mfrom AUD $203
2h30 Tour of Rome Cathedral and Holy Stairs
★ 4.8 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

2h30 Tour of Rome Cathedral and Holy Stairs

A guided walk through Rome's ecclesiastical heart, starting at the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) before heading to the Cathedral and the Scala Santa—the holy staircase believed to have been climbed by Christ. You'll explore the Basilica of the Santi Quattro Incoronati, a medieval complex tucked into the Celio district with frescoed walls of genuine historical weight. An accredited local guide leads the 2.5-hour circuit through free-entry sites, threading together Rome's layered religious and imperial past.

2 hoursfrom AUD $158
Charming Cagliari Tour
★ 4.8 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Charming Cagliari Tour

This four-hour guided tour of Cagliari trades excessive footwork for a blend of driving and selective walking through the city's most compelling districts. You'll visit Piazza Yenne to absorb local narratives, explore the hilltop Castello quarter with its medieval towers and cathedral, pay respects at the Basilica of Bonaria, then shift gears towards the coast: Sant'Elia lighthouse, Poetto beach's dramatic geology, and Molentargius Park where flamingos sometimes congregate. Air-conditioned transport and a knowledgeable guide smooth the experience.

4 hoursfrom AUD $142
Tuscan Cooking in Lucca’s Historic Center (4-Course Meal)
★ 4.8 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Tuscan Cooking in Lucca’s Historic Center (4-Course Meal)

Learn to cook four authentic Tuscan dishes in Lucca's walled city centre with a local chef guiding you through each course. Over four hours, you'll prepare antipasti, hand-rolled tordelli pasta with ragù, pork loin with roasted potatoes, and cantuccini biscuits. Work alongside fellow home cooks in a relaxed group setting, then sit down to eat what you've made, sampling regional techniques and flavours passed down through generations.

4 hoursfrom AUD $246
Florence: Accademia Gallery Audio Guided Tour led by Tour Leader
★ 4.8 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Florence: Accademia Gallery Audio Guided Tour led by Tour Leader

Skip the queues at [Florence](/places/florence)'s Accademia Gallery with fast-track entry and explore at your own pace using a multilingual audio guide covering 20+ masterpieces. A live guide in English or Italian joins you on-site to elaborate on the works and field questions, blending self-directed discovery with expert insight into the Renaissance sculptures and paintings that define the collection. The hour allows genuine engagement without rushing.

1 hourfrom AUD $75
Rome Pantheon Entry Ticket
★ 4.8 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Rome Pantheon Entry Ticket

Skip the queue with reserved entry to Rome's Pantheon, one of antiquity's best-preserved buildings. This 2,000-year-old temple-turned-basilica sits in the heart of the city and rewards 10–40 minutes of exploration with its soaring dome, oculus, and layered history spanning Roman grandeur to Christian worship. Entry ticket only; audio guide and guided tours sold separately.

10 min – 40 minfrom AUD $17
Rome Trastevere Rooftop Opera and Aperitif
★ 4.8 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Rome Trastevere Rooftop Opera and Aperitif

Catch opera singers performing classic Italian arias on a Trastevere rooftop whilst you eat Roman charcuterie, cheese, and savoury pastries paired with wine. This 90-minute evening on the UNA Palace Hotel's Vista Trastevere terrace gives you front-row seats to intimate performances from world-class vocalists—no crowds, just you, the skyline, and the music. The neighbourhood's gritty charm meets refined acoustics for an afternoon that actually feels Roman rather than packaged for tourists.

1h 30mfrom AUD $246
Sunset aperitif on a boat in Scilla
★ 4.8 (5)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Sunset aperitif on a boat in Scilla

Glide across the Strait of Messina at dusk aboard a spacious 25-seat Gozzo, pausing in sheltered coves for a seafood spread and prosecco as the light softens over Calabria's southern coast. This two-hour float combines swimming in transparent waters with a proper aperitivo—think spiced mussels, fried fish, and bruschetta—served on deck. All gear provided, no fitness demands.

2 hoursfrom AUD $83
Florence & Pisa Shore Excursion with Chianti Wine Tasting
★ 4.8 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Florence & Pisa Shore Excursion with Chianti Wine Tasting

Explore [Florence](/places/florence) and Pisa by private vehicle from Livorno port, with privileged access to historic centres unavailable to regular tours. Your English-speaking driver navigates you through both cities' major sights over nine hours, finishing with a 25-minute drive through rolling Tuscan hills to a traditional Chianti winery for tasting. Children under 12 join free. Three and a half hours covers transport; the rest is on-site exploration.

9 hoursfrom AUD $619
Tour of Ragusa, Modica and Noto from Syracuse with private driver
★ 4.8 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Tour of Ragusa, Modica and Noto from Syracuse with private driver

An eight-hour private tour from Syracuse exploring three UNESCO-listed Sicilian towns renowned for their Baroque architecture. Start in Ragusa Ibla, where eighteenth-century churches and palaces showcase the work of master craftsmen, then move to Modica—a chance to experience local food traditions—before ending in Noto, the region's architectural showpiece. Your driver navigates the winding streets while you take in facades, piazzas and hilltop vistas at your own pace.

8 hoursfrom AUD $974
Private All inclusive Tour to Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano
★ 4.8 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Private All inclusive Tour to Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano

This eight to nine-hour private tour takes you from Naples to Pompeii's excavated streets with a knowledgeable guide, then along the dramatic Amalfi coastline through Sorrento and Positano. You'll travel in your own air-conditioned car with a local driver fluent in English, stopping for an included farm-to-table lunch or dinner at Antico Frantoio where seasonal Sorrentine ingredients dominate the menu. It's a curated introduction to Campania's archaeology and coastal landscapes without the coach-tour shuffle.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $833
Prati Food Tour with Pizza Pasta and Parmigiano
★ 4.8 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Prati Food Tour with Pizza Pasta and Parmigiano

Eat your way through Rome's Prati neighbourhood like a regular on this four-hour food tour. You'll kick off with cocktails and arancini, move through a specialist delicatessen for cured meats and aged cheeses, grab a slice of Roman-style pizza at a proper neighbourhood spot, then finish with fresh pasta in a tucked-away garden setting. Your local guide knows where Romans actually eat, steering clear of the usual tourist haunts.

4 hoursfrom AUD $165
Luxury Private Day Transfer from Milan to Linate Airport
★ 4.8 (5)
✈️ Transfers
Italy

Luxury Private Day Transfer from Milan to Linate Airport

Professional car service whisking you from your Milan hotel to Linate Airport in a climate-controlled sedan or minivan. Experienced drivers handle the route so you can relax before your flight. Pick-up available from city-centre accommodation, with onboard WiFi and generous luggage allowance. Journey takes roughly an hour, though Milan traffic may add time. Available 7 am to 10 pm daily.

1 hourfrom AUD $52
Pasta Fettuccine, Ravioli and Tiramisu Cooking Class in Florence
★ 4.8 (43)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Pasta Fettuccine, Ravioli and Tiramisu Cooking Class in Florence

Learn to shape fresh pasta and assemble tiramisu during a 2.5-hour class in a [Florence](/places/florence) home. You'll work alongside a local chef to craft fettuccine, ravioli, and tagliatelle by hand, then sit down to eat what you've made with a glass of prosecco to start and limoncello to finish. Small groups mean real conversation and proper instruction on technique—skills you'll actually use again.

2h 30mfrom AUD $82
Capri, Anacapri and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples
★ 4.8 (38)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Capri, Anacapri and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples

A 7–8 hour guided day trip from Naples to Capri and Anacapri, combining boat crossings, the famous Blue Grotto, and walking exploration of both settlements. You'll travel by hydrofoil from the mainland, descend into the grotto's luminescent cave system, then explore Capri's compact town centre and climb to the quieter hill village of Anacapri. A local guide leads the way, handling logistics and sharing island history throughout.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $259
Golf Cart Tour: Express Highlights of Florence
★ 4.8 (38)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Golf Cart Tour: Express Highlights of Florence

Cruise [Florence](/places/florence)'s hillside vistas on an electric golf cart over 90 minutes, guided by a local who knows where the city reveals itself best. You'll swing past Renaissance estates, olive-dotted slopes, and cypress avenues, stopping at Piazzale Michelangelo and hilltop churches where the Arno sprawls below. It's a relaxed alternative to walking tours—you cover more ground without the grind, soaking in Tuscan light and old-money architecture from an open-air perch.

1h 30mfrom AUD $67
Ortigia-blue cave island tour with dolphin sighting
★ 4.8 (29)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Ortigia-blue cave island tour with dolphin sighting

Explore Syracuse's Ionian coastline aboard a leisurely boat, gliding past Ortigia's baroque waterfront and medieval fortifications before venturing into sea-carved grottos where sunlight transforms the water brilliant azure. The route sweeps through Plemmirio's protected waters, where bottlenose dolphins occasionally breach alongside your vessel. Two and a half hours of sailing punctuated by swims in gin-clear bays, with drinks and snacks throughout.

2h 30mfrom AUD $100
Experience Pasta e Vino Navigli Cooking Class
★ 4.8 (19)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Experience Pasta e Vino Navigli Cooking Class

A three-hour cooking class in Milan's Navigli district where you'll learn pasta-making techniques handed down through three generations of an Italian family. Start with Prosecco, then work dough into fettuccine and gnocchi under expert guidance, cook them with traditional Roman sauces, and prepare homemade tiramisù from scratch. Finish by sitting down to eat what you've made, paired with wine of your choice.

3 hoursfrom AUD $108
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