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★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Like a local... in Massa Lubrense

Spend six hours moving through Massa Lubrense and its villages at the pace locals keep. Your guide drives you to their family kitchen for breakfast made the way they make it, then to their mother's house for a proper Neapolitan lunch. Between meals, explore the hamlets on foot, chat with shopkeepers, taste limoncello and wine at neighbourhood spots. This isn't a highlights reel—it's a day lived the way people actually live here.

6 hoursfrom AUD $500

Milan: Segway Tour Local Tourist Guide Live - 2 hours & half

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Milan: Segway Tour Local Tourist Guide Live - 2 hours & half

Glide through Milan's city centre on a Segway, covering major artistic and architectural landmarks with a certified local guide. This two-and-a-half-hour tour strikes a balance between covering substantial ground and moving at a pace that lets you actually absorb the surroundings. Your guide knows the stories behind the monuments and will snap photos of you at key spots if you ask.

2h 30mfrom AUD $108

Pompeii-Sorrento-Positano tour from Naples, with licensed guide included

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pompeii-Sorrento-Positano tour from Naples, with licensed guide included

This 9-hour guided tour from Naples traces three chapters of the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) in a single day: the clifftop town of Sorrento, the pastel-coloured village of Positano tumbling toward the sea, and finally Pompeii's haunting archaeological expanse with a licensed guide for two hours. You'll travel by air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, departing at 7:30am and returning by 4:40pm. The route weaves coastal roads before descending into the shadow of Vesuvius.

Abruzzo Traditional Pasta Making with 85y old local Grandma

Learn to roll, cut and cook traditional Abruzzese pasta in a village kitchen near Teramo, working alongside an 85-year-old Nonna who's been making it her whole life. This five-hour session takes you from raw dough to a proper meal at her family table, where you'll pick up the hand techniques and timing that no recipe book can teach. You'll work in her home kitchen with all equipment provided, tasting tomato sauce simmered the way it's been done for decades.

Daily and Sunset Nightly tour boat from Genoa to Portofino

Skippered motorboat charter departing Genoa's old port, exploring the Ligurian coast and Portofino Natural Reserve—accessible only by water. Choose a daytime cruise or sunset run tailored to your group's pace. Seven and a half hours to discover hidden coves, coastal villages, and marine life along one of Italy's most dramatic shorelines, with snorkelling gear provided.

Capri Island Private Boat Tour with Traditional Gozzo Boat

Hire a traditional gozzo boat for a private 6–8 hour exploration of Capri's coastline. Departing from Naples, Sorrento, Positano, or Amalfi, you'll navigate hidden coves, dramatic rock formations, and crystalline waters at your own pace. Swim in secluded spots, snorkel among fish and sea life, and visit landmarks like the Faraglioni stacks. Your skipper adapts the route to suit your interests, whether you crave adventure or simple floating tranquillity.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $4330

Trionfale Market Tour and Gnocchi Cooking Class with a Masterchef

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Trionfale Market Tour and Gnocchi Cooking Class with a Masterchef

Spend four hours in Rome's beating heart—Mercato Trionfale in Prati—then cook alongside a chef in a modern kitchen. You'll pick ingredients from 270 stalls brimming with Umbrian olives, Puglian cheeses, and seasonal produce, then handmake Roman gnocchi and sauce back at the school. Eat what you've created, paired with wine, finished with cantucci and vin santo. Small group of six means you're never jostling for elbow room.

4 hoursfrom AUD $231

Rome : Golf Car City Tour with Local Guide

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Rome : Golf Car City Tour with Local Guide

Explore Rome's layered past aboard a golf car with a knowledgeable local guide over 90 minutes to two hours. You'll weave between famous sites—the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Roman Forum—and neighbourhoods locals actually inhabit: Trastevere's narrow lanes, the Jewish Ghetto's hidden corners. Your guide shares the stories behind the stones, the details missed by most visitors, connecting ancient politics and gladiator spectacle to the rhythm of modern Roman life.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $167

Opera concert with Piano and Mezzosoprano in Garda

★ 5.0 (19)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Opera concert with Piano and Mezzosoprano in Garda

Catch a weekly classical concert at Palazzo Carlotti on [Lake Garda](/places/lake-garda-italy)'s shores. Mezzo-soprano Ida Maria Turri and pianist Stefano Romani perform rotating programmes of opera arias, lieder, and chamber works every Thursday morning for roughly an hour. The 17th-century palazzo hosts these intimate gatherings, followed by local wine or juice with bread and olive oil. You'll also hear snippets of the building's past—including ties to writer Gabriele D'Annunzio—and can browse the palazzo's art and photography collections before you leave.

Verona Private Walking Tour with Arena Access & Juliet’s Balcony

Explore Verona's layered past with a private guide who shapes the route to suit you. Over two and a half hours, you'll move through the city's architectural spine—from the thunderous Roman Arena to Shakespeare's famous balcony, plus medieval squares, Renaissance courtyards, and ancient bridges. Your guide unpacks each location's story without the noise of a group, and you can pivot toward artisan studios or galleries if something catches your eye. It's history at walking pace, on your terms.

Transfer from Naples to Positano/Sorrento via Pompeii or vice versa

Private driven transfer between Naples and the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) (Positano or Sorrento) with a 2-hour stop at Pompeii's archaeological site. Your experienced driver navigates the 3.5-hour journey in a comfortable Mercedes, sharing local knowledge of the Campania region. The ruins visit is self-guided—you'll need to arrange a site ticket and optional archaeologist separately, but your driver can advise on how to make the most of your time there.

3h 30mfrom AUD $291

Private Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano Tour

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano Tour

A 6–9 hour private tour threading together three of Campania's most striking destinations: the volcanic ruins of Pompeii, the clifftop charm of Sorrento, and the photogenic villages of Positano's coastline. Your English-speaking driver collects you from Naples or Salerno port and shapes the itinerary to suit your pace, weaving archaeology, coastal views, local food stops and cultural moments into a single arc. Expect a full day of movement between sites rather than a deep dive into any one place.

6 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $693

Private Photographic Experience in Florence minimum 2 people

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Photographic Experience in Florence minimum 2 people

A professional photographer guides you through [Florence](/places/florence)'s most photogenic corners, capturing candid moments across 90 minutes. You'll visit celebrated landmarks alongside hidden pockets locals know well, with edited images delivered within two days. Minimum two people required. The shoot balances iconic backdrops with unexpected vantage points, creating a visual narrative of your time in the city rather than standard tourist snapshots.

Blue Experience - Cooking Lesson " Make Pasta , Live Longer "

Learn traditional pasta-making from Nonna Maria in Sardinia, the world's longevity hotspot. This three-hour session explores the island's Blue Zone secrets whilst you roll, shape and cut fresh pasta by hand. Discover why Sardinians live longer and eat better, then sit down to enjoy your handiwork with dinner.

3 hoursfrom AUD $200

Private Tour Of Capri & Amalfi Coast Sightseeing

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tour Of Capri & Amalfi Coast Sightseeing

Spend eight hours exploring two of southern Italy's most celebrated coastlines with a private guide and driver. This tour sweeps across Capri's elegant piazzas and clifftop villas, then continues along the dramatic [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), where pastel villages cling to limestone cliffs above turquoise waters. You'll navigate both destinations at your own pace, discovering why these spots have captivated travellers for centuries. Transport, parking, tolls and expert commentary are included; boat tickets and meals are separate.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1749

Tour at the Temples and the National Museum of Paestum

★ 5.0 (19)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Tour at the Temples and the National Museum of Paestum

Explore Paestum's trio of Doric temples, among Europe's finest classical remains, alongside artefacts in the on-site museum that illuminate life in this ancient Greek colony. This two-hour guided tour traces how these 5th-century structures survived millennia on Italy's Campania coast, revealing the architectural ambitions and daily practices of settlers who established themselves far from Greece itself.

2 hoursfrom AUD $208

Private Tuscany Tour: Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa from Florence

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tuscany Tour: Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa from Florence

This 11-hour private tour sweeps you through three of Tuscany's most compelling medieval towns from a comfortable minivan base in [Florence](/places/florence). You'll navigate Siena's atmospheric lanes with a guide, taste four wines at a family vineyard paired with farmhouse lunch, wander San Gimignano's hilltop streets solo, and finish at Pisa's cathedral precinct. The route covers Renaissance palaces, Romanesque churches, and the region's vine-covered countryside in a single arc.

11 hoursfrom AUD $966

Daily Excursion by Sailboat Archipelago of La Maddalena

★ 5.0 (19)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Daily Excursion by Sailboat Archipelago of La Maddalena

Spend a full day sailing through La Maddalena's scattered islands aboard the Scugnizza Smeralda, exploring some of Sardinia's most striking coastline. This 8–9 hour excursion takes you to hidden coves and secluded beaches where emerald waters invite snorkelling. The crew supplies local food and drinks at each stop, lunch included, and handles all the seamanship while you relax on deck or slip into the water.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $333

Exclusive Wine Tour and Tasting Experience in Siena

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Exclusive Wine Tour and Tasting Experience in Siena

Spend three and a half hours at a working winery just outside Siena exploring how climate shapes modern viticulture. Led by the owner, you'll walk the organic vineyards, taste five carefully selected wines, and sit down to a full lunch with thoughtful pairings. Groups stay small—eight people maximum—so there's genuine conversation and attention to what makes each wine distinctive.

3h 30mfrom AUD $250

Pompeii- Amalfi Coast tour from Naples, with licensed guide included

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pompeii- Amalfi Coast tour from Naples, with licensed guide included

A nine-hour loop from Naples combining the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s coastal villages with Pompeii's archaeological treasures. Start early to browse Amalfi and Positano at your own pace, lunch at a local spot with sea views, then spend two hours underground with a licensed guide unpacking the preserved Roman city. You'll be back by late afternoon, having threaded together three very different kinds of Italian experience in one day.

9 hoursfrom AUD $722

Pisa's Leaning Tower Climbing, Cathedral, Cemetery and Baptistery guided visit

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pisa's Leaning Tower Climbing, Cathedral, Cemetery and Baptistery guided visit

Explore Pisa's Field of Miracles with a knowledgeable local guide over two hours, taking in the Cathedral, Baptistery, and Monumental Cemetery before tackling the famous Leaning Tower's 294 steps. You'll hear medieval stories and architectural detail that shaped this remarkable complex, then experience the climb itself—a separate 30-minute venture that rewards you with panoramic city views from one of Europe's most recognisable structures.

Food Tour Florence Small Groups

Walk [Florence](/places/florence)'s centre with a local guide who threads food through the city's stories. Over 2.5 hours, you'll hit three neighbourhood spots sampling lampredotto, crostini, cured meats and cheese alongside two glasses of Tuscan wine. This isn't a museum tour pretending food is a side note—it's a chance to taste how Florentines actually eat, paired with the piazzas and streets that shaped those recipes.

Tour to the roman ruins of Nora

Explore Nora, Sardinia's first Roman capital, on this four-hour guided tour through one of the Mediterranean's richest archaeological sites. Walk past Phoenician foundations, Carthaginian layers, and Roman-era neighbourhoods where mosaicked villas, public baths, temples and an amphitheatre remain remarkably intact. Your guide navigates the ancient street grid while the coastline—framed by Coltellazzo Tower and golden sand—frames each discovery. The route concludes near the baroque church of Sant'Efisio, anchor to Sardinian devotion and Europe's longest May procession.

15m sailing boat trip at sunset of Alghero with Aperitif

Sail along Alghero's rocky coastline on a 15-metre boat as the sun dips toward the sea. Two hours takes you past hidden coves where you can jump in to snorkel or try a SUP board, with a skipper and crew keeping things smooth. Between swims, graze on quality Sardinian spreads and drinks. Expect a proper sailing experience, not a floating party—the boat moves with intent, the crew knows the water, and there's real downtime to just sit and watch the light change.

Cesarine: Cooking Class with tasting at Local's Home in Milan

Cook three signature Milanese dishes in a home kitchen with a local cook, then sit down to eat what you've made with regional wines. This three-hour class runs at a Cesarina's house—part of Italy's network of 1000+ home cooks who open their kitchens to travellers. You'll get your own station, full ingredient list, and hands-on guidance through each recipe, finishing with a proper tasting of your work.

3 hoursfrom AUD $241

Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Taormina, Naxos, Isolabella, Castelmola Tour

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Taormina, Naxos, Isolabella, Castelmola Tour

Make the most of a brief Messina port stop with this 5–6 hour loop through Sicily's northeastern coast. You'll visit the clifftop town of Taormina, the beach settlement of Naxos, the rocky Isolabella islet, and the hilltop village of Castelmola, hitting ancient sites, dramatic coastlines, and medieval architecture without rushing. Air-conditioned transport and bottled water included; entrance fees and food are separate.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $250

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Lucca - Wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli

Taste organic and biodynamic wines produced on the hills around Lucca at Tenuta Mareli. This 90-minute experience includes a walk through the vineyard, a look inside the cellar and tasting rooms, then a seated tasting of four wines paired with local cheeses and crusty bread, plus the estate's extra virgin olive oil and four varieties of honey. The family owner explains their natural winemaking philosophy and production methods whilst you sample.

Winetour and tasting on Bologna hills, guided by the wine grower

Spend two-and-a-half hours at Manaresi, a small family winery in the Bologna hills, where the proprietors walk you through their vineyard and cellar. Fabio and Donatella—English-speaking winemakers—share how their 50,000-bottle operation balances craft production with a design-led ethos (their labels have won international awards). Taste three or four of their own whites and reds, learning what shaped each vintage.

Boat tour Pillirina, sea caves Syracuse and Ortigia

A two-hour boat journey launching from Ortigia that traces Syracuse's dramatic coastline, weaving past the city's historic landmarks before heading south to explore the sea caves and marine reserve around Pillirina. You'll navigate past the cathedral, Bourbon prison and Maniace castle, then venture beyond the city walls to discover the limestone grottoes and protected coastal stretches that define this corner of Sicily's Ionian coast.

Private Boat Tour to Positano

Spend 7–8 hours exploring the Amalfi coastline by private boat, departing from Sorrento and heading toward Positano. You'll anchor for several hours in Positano itself, giving you time to wander the pastel-coloured streets and waterfront cafés. Multiple swimming stops punctuate the journey, with snorkelling gear provided for dips into translucent waters. The Li Galli islands—accessible only by sea—make a dramatic detour. Aperitifs and snacks keep things pleasant between swims.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2163

Rome : E-Bike on the Tiber, Family Tour (95% Cycle Path)

★ 5.0 (19)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Italy

Rome : E-Bike on the Tiber, Family Tour (95% Cycle Path)

Cruise Rome's Tiber riverbanks on electric bikes, mostly along dedicated paths away from traffic. This 2.5-hour family tour glides beneath historic bridges and past riverside landmarks your guide points out—all while sampling local ice cream or grattachecca. E-bikes do the heavy work, so you pedal at leisure and soak in views that walking tours miss. Kids under 20kg ride free in child seats; those 12 and up can pedal their own machines.

Private Boat Trip on the Coast of the Gods

Explore the rugged Calabrian coastline on a private boat skippered by a local who knows every cove and inlet. This three-hour journey takes you to either Capo Vaticano's dramatic rock formations and sea caves, or Briatico's verdant shores steeped in regional lore. You'll drop anchor three times for swimming in crystalline water, hear stories about the landscape's geology and local heritage, and enjoy regional snacks and drinks on deck.

Climbing Experience - The path of the Gods

Scale the dramatic rock faces along Italy's Path of the Gods, a four-hour guided climbing experience above the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast). Work with professional instructors who'll teach you technique on natural stone while you take in views of terraced villages and turquoise waters below. Routes suit different ability levels, from confident beginners to experienced climbers. You'll trek to the climbing site, then spend hours on the rock with full gear provided.

Diving at the Baia Submerged Park for certified divers

Descend into Italy's submerged Roman settlement at Baia, where ruins lie just five metres below the surface. This 2.5-hour guided dive is open to certified divers of any experience level. Your qualified guide leads you through the archaeological park, exploring structures and artefacts preserved underwater. All equipment, entry permits, boat transport and insurance are included, with showers and changing facilities on site.

Easter Mass with Pope Leo XIV at Vatican : Private Tour Experience

Attend Easter Mass in St. Peter's Basilica with a private guide and luxury car transfer. This five-hour experience grants you entry to one of Christendom's most significant liturgical events, held annually on Easter Sunday at the Vatican. A professional guide accompanies you throughout, ensuring you navigate the crowds and security procedures smoothly. Your private driver collects you beforehand and drops you at the square in time for the service.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1665

Boat tour Saddle of the Devil Aperitif and Serenade with Violinist

★ 5.0 (19)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Boat tour Saddle of the Devil Aperitif and Serenade with Violinist

A 2-hour evening boat tour departing from Cagliari that glides along the Sella del Diavolo coastline at dusk. You'll swim and snorkel in a sheltered bay, then settle in for prosecco and Sardinian charcuterie whilst a violinist performs live aboard an intimate 8-person vessel. Watch for dolphins silhouetted against the darkening sky as the coast's warm limestone cliffs fade into shadow.

Private Colosseum Tour with Gladiator Arena Floor, Forum and Palatine Hill

Walk the arena floor where gladiators fought 2,000 years ago on this three-hour private tour of Rome's most iconic sites. Your archaeologist guide leads you through the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s underground passages and seating tiers, then into the Forum where political and commercial life thrummed, finishing at Palatine Hill's imperial residences. You'll see what the crowd saw, understand the engineering, and piece together how daily life unfolded across these layered ruins.

Private Tour - National Etruscan Museum

Explore Villa Giulia's outstanding Etruscan collection across two hours with a private guide. This Renaissance papal residence hosts Italy's most significant pre-Roman artefacts, including the haunting Sarcophagus of the Spouses and the striking Apollo from Veio. Your guide navigates you through sculpted masterworks, inscriptions, and architectural details spanning from the sixth to fourth centuries BC, revealing how this civilisation shaped the peninsula before Rome's rise.

Every Day Cooking Class in Lucca Italy

Roll up your sleeves in central Lucca to learn how to shape fresh pasta and layer tiramisù alongside a local cook. This two-and-a-half-hour class strips away the mystique of Italian home cooking, letting you work through each step hands-on before sitting down to eat what you've made, paired with regional wine or aperitivo. Families welcome—kids can actively participate and learn the techniques passed down through generations.

PRIVATE Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill tour

A three-hour private guided tour of Ancient Rome's essential sites, using skip-the-line access to explore the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Your guide walks you through gladiatorial combat, imperial spectacle, and the political heart of an ancient superpower—from where Romulus founded the city to Julius Caesar's final days. Flexible start times accommodate your schedule.

3 hoursfrom AUD $341

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