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Rome: Exclusive Walking Tour Inside the Pantheon & More

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Rome: Exclusive Walking Tour Inside the Pantheon & More

A two-hour guided walk through central Rome with skip-the-line entry to the Pantheon, led by an archaeologist in groups of ten or fewer. You'll explore the Pantheon's engineering feats and structural innovations, then wander nearby streets to find quieter Roman corners most visitors miss. The tour balances major sights with lesser-known spots, giving you a fuller picture of how the city layers different periods.

2 hoursfrom AUD $65

Pompeii and Sorrento Day Trip from Rome with Limoncello Tasting

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pompeii and Sorrento Day Trip from Rome with Limoncello Tasting

Drive south from Rome in a private Mercedes to explore Pompeii's frozen streets with a licensed guide, then unwind in the clifftop town of Sorrento. This 12-hour excursion skips queues at the archaeological site, leaves you 90 minutes free to wander Sorrento's lanes and shops, and concludes with a limoncello tasting overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

12 hoursfrom AUD $1137

Turin Market Food Experience: Porta Palazzo & Hidden Gems

★ 5.0 (8)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Turin Market Food Experience: Porta Palazzo & Hidden Gems

Follow Michelin-trained Chef Abram through Turin's Porta Palazzo market on a 3.5-hour morning that shifts with the season and vendor stock rather than a fixed checklist. You'll taste what's peak that day—seasonal produce, cured meats, cheese—chat with suppliers Chef knows personally, then anchor yourself with espresso and a brioche in a historic café before a relaxed street-food finale. No script, no crowds, just the market as locals move through it.

3h 30mfrom AUD $198

Milan Kids Tour: Duomo Rooftop, Gelato Tasting & Leonardo Museum

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Milan Kids Tour: Duomo Rooftop, Gelato Tasting & Leonardo Museum

A 3.5-hour private Milan tour built around what children actually enjoy. Skip queues at the Duomo, ride the lift to its rooftop for city views, then explore Leonardo da Vinci's hands-on museum in the Galleria. You'll taste proper gelato, browse one of Europe's oldest toy shops (each child leaves with a gift), and have a local guide who knows how to keep young travellers engaged rather than restless.

Florence by Night: Private Tour with Optional Steak Dinner

Walk through [Florence](/places/florence) after dark with a private guide, seeing the Duomo, Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio as they light up. The 2-hour tour is yours alone—no competing voices or queues. Finish at a traditional trattoria with bistecca alla fiorentina and a glass of local wine, both optional add-ons booked at confirmation.

Taormina : Etna Wines and Lunch in an Authentic Sicilian House

Spend two and a half hours in a working Sicilian home outside Taormina, where Angela's family opens their kitchen and cellar to guests. Taste four Etna wines—including bottles favoured by King Vittorio Emanuele II—alongside dishes built from vegetables they grow themselves, breads made with heritage grains, and cured meats sourced locally. This is lunch in someone's dining room, not a restaurant service, with stories and recipes shared across the table.

2h 30mfrom AUD $245

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Florence for kids: private tour

A two-hour private tour designed to help children discover [Florence](/places/florence)'s artistic and historical treasures without fatigue or overwhelm. Your guide tailors the experience to your kids' ages, weaving stories and anecdotes that transform the city into an engaging narrative. Educational materials keep learning playful, balancing cultural depth with accessible, age-appropriate content. You'll cover major highlights whilst your children stay curious and entertained.

2 hoursfrom AUD $333

2 hours - Private Walking Tour in Montepulciano

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

2 hours - Private Walking Tour in Montepulciano

Explore Montepulciano on foot with a private guide who sets the pace to suit you. This 2–3 hour walk through the medieval hilltop town lets you duck into wine bars, taste local produce, and find the best vantage points without rushing. Your guide knows which alleyways yield the finest photo opportunities and hidden corners most visitors miss.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $216

★ 5.0 (8)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Private Italian Chef service in Tuscany

A professional chef arrives at your Tuscan accommodation to prepare and cook a four-course meal using seasonal local ingredients, then departs after cleaning. You'll discuss the stories and techniques behind each dish over wine in your own relaxed setting. The chef accommodates vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets with advance notice, and includes one bottle of wine per two guests.

Private Transfer/Tour from/to Naples to/from Sorrento with stop in Pompeii

Travel between Naples and Sorrento with a private driver and stop at Pompeii's ancient ruins. This four-hour journey combines transport with guided exploration of one of Italy's most significant archaeological sites. Skip-the-line tickets are arranged in advance, giving you two hours to walk the preserved streets and witness how Romans lived two millennia ago. Your driver waits to collect you afterwards, completing the journey to your final destination.

Private catamaran sailing trip around La Caletta -Berchida - Sardinia

Sail the Sardinian coastline aboard a private catamaran for eight hours, anchoring at crystalline bays and white-sand shores near La Caletta and Isola Rossa. Spend the day swimming, paddleboarding, and snorkelling in turquoise shallows, with Sardinian antipasti and fresh pasta served on deck. The boat's relaxed tempo suits all fitness levels, and a sound system keeps the mood easy.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1664

Rome Private Golf Cart tour of Catacomb and Ancient Appian Way

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Rome Private Golf Cart tour of Catacomb and Ancient Appian Way

Cruise the Ancient Appian Way by golf cart, then descend into Rome's underground Christian catacombs on this 2.5-hour guided tour. You'll travel the basalt-paved road emperors once walked, pass the Pyramid of Cestius and ancient gates, before exploring frescoed tunnels beneath the city. Hotel pickup and drop-off included, along with catacomb entry—a tangible way to see where early Christians worshipped in secret and understand Rome's layered past.

Full Day Private Tour of Capri

Spend eight hours exploring Capri's coves and dramatic rock formations aboard a private vessel with experienced crew. You'll swim in the emerald waters of the Grotto Verde, snorkel around the island's iconic sea stacks, and discover hidden swimming spots inaccessible by land. The boat comes fully equipped with drinks, snorkelling gear, and towels, leaving you free to focus on the coastline's raw beauty rather than logistics.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1665

Tour in the villa of Poppea with an archaeologist

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Tour in the villa of Poppea with an archaeologist

Walk through a first-century Roman villa frozen by Vesuvius's eruption with an archaeologist guide. Located in Torre Annunziata near Naples, this 90-minute tour takes you through the residence of Nero's second wife, from reconstructed gardens to frescoed rooms and a thermal complex. You'll see how the volcano preserved everyday Roman life—architectural details, artwork, even the imprint of ancient tree roots—offering an intimate glimpse into imperial living before catastrophe struck.

The Artistic Metro Stations of Naples: Modernity & Antiquity

Travel beneath Naples on Line 1, where stations double as art galleries. Over two hours, a local guide reveals how architects and international artists transformed utilitarian stops into cultural landmarks. You'll see Municipio's sweeping mosaics, Università's geometric installations, Dante's literary references, and Toledo's luminous design—each station a deliberate statement on blending antiquity with contemporary vision. The metro becomes your museum, public transport reimagined as creative expression.

Private Tour of Messina by Scooter

Tear through Messina's hillside roads and coastal vistas on a guided scooter tour spanning five hours. You'll weave past the iconic Duomo bell tower, climb to military lookouts overlooking the strait, cut through forested backroads to reach the Dinnammare Sanctuary, and wrap up sampling Messina's best local foods. Each scooter seats two; petrol and safety kit included.

Sea Villa Cefalù: Hands-on 4-Course Arancini Cooking Class & Wine

Roll up your sleeves at a Sicilian villa kitchen to cook four signature Arancini dishes from scratch. Over 4.5 hours, you'll learn to make ricotta cream, panelle fritters, golden arancini balls, fried aubergine, pickled onions, composed salad and cannoli shells alongside a small group. A chef guides you through each step at your own rhythm, breaking midway for sparkling wine. Finish by sitting down together to eat what you've made, paired with local wines.

Culatello of Zibello Private Tour with Lunch and Farm Visit

Explore a working farm in Zibello that champions heritage livestock breeds—including the rare Nera Parmigiana pig—then descend into 14th-century fortress cellars where PDO Culatello ages to perfection. Your private five-hour visit traces how this region became Europe's cured-meat capital, ending with a substantial lunch of housemade pasta, focaccia, and an array of regional charcuterie paired with local wine. A guide walks you through vegetable plots, vineyards, and the meticulous craft behind Italy's most prized cured ham.

All Inclusive Path of the Gods Hiking

Walk the Sentiero degli Dei with a private guide, taking in uninterrupted views across the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) towards Capri and Punta Licosa. The three-hour trek concludes at a family-run restaurant in Positano's upper reaches, where you'll sit down to a proper three-course Neapolitan lunch—pasta, gnocchi, aubergine parmigiana, lemon cake—all included. You'll have time afterwards to wander Positano's winding streets and pastel buildings. Departures available from Sorrento, Naples, the coast itself, or Rome.

Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Pescara

Master two distinct pasta shapes and tiramisu in a three-hour session at a Cesarina's home kitchen in Pescara. You'll learn to hand-roll fresh dough, shape both a filled and unfilled pasta variety, then construct the iconic dessert from scratch. A small group of up to twelve cooks work alongside you, sharing techniques and enjoying what you've made together, plus an opening aperitivo of prosecco and local bites.

Private Amalfi Limoncello Experience

Step into a third-generation limoncello producer in Amalfi and make your own batch under the maker's guidance. This 80-minute session teaches you the family's time-honoured technique for extracting citrus flavour and balancing alcohol, then you'll taste their range of limoncello, cream liqueurs, and pistachio variants alongside freshly baked lemon cake and pralines. Walk away with genuine knowledge of what separates a proper artisanal spirit from mass-produced alternatives.

Authentic Italian Home Cooking Class in Treviso with Antonio

Join Antonio in his Treviso home for a three-hour cooking session where you'll learn to roll pasta by hand and prepare a traditional Italian dessert alongside family recipes passed down through generations. You'll cook in a working kitchen, hear the stories woven into each dish, then sit down to eat what you've made with local wine. It's the kind of meal that happens when someone invites you properly into their kitchen—no shortcuts, no performance, just honest food and conversation near Venice.

Siracusa cocktail experience, walking tour, rooftops, prime venue

A four-hour evening through Ortigia's elevated bar scene, guided by a local who knows where the city's best cocktails hide. You'll work your way across rooftops and into high-ceilings venues, sipping four Italian cocktails paired with savoury bites. The walk stitches together architecture, skyline views, and the rhythms of Syracuse's nightlife without feeling staged or rushed.

4 hoursfrom AUD $325

From Sorrento: Capri & Blue Grotto Small Group Tour

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

From Sorrento: Capri & Blue Grotto Small Group Tour

This eight-hour excursion departs Sorrento by fast ferry to Capri, where a guide shepherds your group through the island's highlights. You'll tackle the famous coastal road, attempt the Blue Grotto (weather dependent), explore Anacapri's shopping and dining scene at altitude, and finish at the Piazzetta with time to browse Augustus Garden. The ferry and island shuttle are included; you're back in Sorrento by evening.

Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar

Ascend Europe's tallest volcano by private vehicle to 2000 metres, where you'll walk through ancient lava fields and explore a tunnel carved by molten rock. Descend into a winery cellar to taste four native Etna wines alongside organic Sicilian produce, guided by local experts who know both the mountain's geology and its vineyards. A 5–7 hour journey that pairs volcanic landscape with regional flavours.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $265

Private Guided Tour from Rome to Pompeii

★ 5.0 (8)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Guided Tour from Rome to Pompeii

Eight-hour private excursion from Rome to Pompeii with dedicated driver and archaeologically-trained guide. Travel south through the Italian countryside in a Mercedes sedan or minivan, arriving at the volcanic ruins for a thorough two-hour exploration of the preserved Roman city. Your guide meets you at the entrance and walks you through streets, homes and public spaces frozen by Mount Vesuvius's eruption in 79 AD. Returns you to Rome with time to spare before evening plans.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1067

Pompeii and Vesuvius Hike Small Group Priority Access from Naples

★ 5.0 (8)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Italy

Pompeii and Vesuvius Hike Small Group Priority Access from Naples

This 8-hour outing from Naples combines a climb up Vesuvius with an archaeologist-led walkthrough of Pompeii's ruins. You'll drive across the Bay of Naples backdrop, summit the volcano for views of the crater and coastline, then explore the preserved Roman city with expert commentary. Small groups (up to 21 people) move through both sites via skip-the-line access, avoiding the standard queues that bog down most visitors. Transport, entrance fees and taxes are covered.

Capri Private Boat Tour On 36ft Italian Boat from Sorrento

A private 36-foot Italian boat takes up to four passengers on a seven-hour voyage around Capri, departing from Sorrento. Your English-speaking captain navigates the island's dramatic coastline, revealing sea caves, rock formations and hidden swimming spots. The itinerary includes a substantial land stop on Capri itself (2–4 hours), where you can explore the town or grab lunch, plus multiple dips in the crystalline Mediterranean. Snorkelling gear and refreshments are provided.

7 hoursfrom AUD $2613

Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Tour to Parma City of Art and its Hidden Pearls (private tour)

Explore Parma's artistic credentials across four to five hours, visiting the city's most significant monuments and heritage sites. This private walking tour traces the path from medieval monastic life through Renaissance court splendour, uncovering the stories and design choices that earned Parma its recent designation as Italy's Culture Capital. You'll access key churches, palaces and galleries with pre-arranged entry, guided by local knowledge of the city's artistic evolution and the personalities who shaped it.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $400

Private Tour of the Colosseum Forums Palatine Hill & Ancient Rome

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Tour of the Colosseum Forums Palatine Hill & Ancient Rome

A three-hour private walk through Rome's greatest ruins with a specialist art historian. You'll stand where senators debated, crowds roared at gladiator contests, and emperors conducted state business. Your guide uses visual aids to reconstruct the Forum and [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) as living spaces—not abstract history, but the daily rhythms of an ancient superpower. Entry fees included.

Private transfer from Naples to Pompeii or viceversa

A straightforward point-to-point transfer between Naples and Pompeii in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. The journey takes 30–45 minutes depending on traffic. Your driver handles navigation while you settle in with complimentary water. A decade of reliable service means punctual pickups and professional, courteous drivers who know the route well. Wheelchair accessible throughout, with support for families travelling with infants or service animals.

30 min – 45 minfrom AUD $167

Private Half Day Canyoning Tour in Gordona

★ 5.0 (8)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Private Half Day Canyoning Tour in Gordona

Descend Val Bodengo's river gorge in Gordona over five hours, navigating white water, natural rock slides, and vertical drops via abseil and jump. You'll scramble through the streambed past cascading waterfalls, tackle swims in pools, and rappel stretches of up to 25 metres. The guide handles all safety kit and coaching—jumps and major abseils are optional, with bypass routes available for any section that doesn't appeal.

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica private tour (3hrs)

A private three-hour guided tour through the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica with a Vatican-authorised guide. Your group stays separate—no mixing with other visitors. Navigate the Pio-Clementino Museum, gallery spaces, and Pigna Courtyard before reaching Michelangelo's chapel and the basilica itself. Adjust the route on the fly based on what interests you most. Tickets available through the booking office.

Vespa tour from Polignano to Savelletri with octopus sandwich

Ride a Vespa along Puglia's coastline between Polignano a Mare and Savelletri over three hours. The route hugs clifftops and rural roads, stopping for a swim at The Chapter's rocky coves, then pulling into Torre Canne for the region's signature octopus sandwich. The final leg rolls through Monopoli's tangled old town—whitewashed alleys, sea-facing churches, the working harbour—before heading back to your starting point. You'll eat and ride like a local.

Private transfer from Rome to Positano or Sorrento plus 2 hrs stop in Pompeii

Stretch your legs at Pompeii or Herculaneum during a seven-hour private drive from Rome to Positano or Sorrento. Travel in a Mercedes with an English-speaking driver who knows the route well, stopping for two hours to wander the volcanic ruins before continuing south. You'll get a window seat, hotel pickup, and time for lunch along the way. It's a sensible alternative to flying or sitting on a coach with forty others.

Private Transfer from Rome to Civitavecchia Cruise Port

Direct private transport from your Rome hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Port, taking 70–90 minutes. Your licensed driver delivers you to the pier beside your ship, handling luggage and navigating the port access so you don't have to. Groups up to 8 travel in a single air-conditioned van; larger parties split across multiple vehicles. Bottled water included.

1h 10m – 1h 30mfrom AUD $666

Vatican Tour with Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel & Fast-Access

★ 5.0 (8)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Vatican Tour with Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel & Fast-Access

Fast-track the Vatican Museums with a knowledgeable guide who steers you through masterworks of ancient sculpture, Renaissance frescoes, and cartography in three hours. You'll skip queues at entry and move directly to Raphael's Rooms and the Sistine Chapel. Saint Peter's Square rounds out the visit. Note: papal events occasionally close sections without warning; your guide will pivot to museum highlights if needed.

Private Sunset Tour on the Sorrento Coast

Watch the Sorrento coastline transform as the sun descends over the Mediterranean. This 2.5-hour private boat tour departs in late afternoon when the day's heat eases and the light turns golden. You'll drift past dramatic cliffs and hidden coves whilst the sky shifts through shades of amber and rose. Prosecco and snacks accompany the spectacle—a straightforward evening on the water with no commentary or rush.

Lake Como: 3-Hour Luxury Speedboat Tour Como/Balbianello/Bellagio

Pilot a sleek speedboat across Lake Como's northern reaches, weaving past clifftside villas and hidden coves inaccessible from shore. This three-hour private charter pairs the thrill of open water with Bellagio and Balbianello's baroque architecture, Roman gardens, and crystalline depths. Your captain navigates the route—stops and timing flex to your pace—whilst you float between swim breaks, prosecco in hand, watching Alpine peaks frame the lake's most photogenic angles.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1415

Transfer from Taormina and sourrounding villages to Catania Airport

★ 5.0 (8)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Transfer from Taormina and sourrounding villages to Catania Airport

A private minivan whisks you from your Taormina-area accommodation straight to Catania Airport in about an hour. Whether you're staying in Taormina itself, Giardini Naxos, Castelmola, or Letojanni, your driver collects you at an agreed time and handles the transfer hassle-free. The air-conditioned vehicle suits families, solo travellers, and anyone wanting straightforward airport transport without the faffing about.

1 hourfrom AUD $233

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