Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.
Spend 45 minutes in Verona's main square with a local guide, tasting four distinct regional aperitifs paired with light bites. You'll sit where locals actually gather for their evening ritual, watching the city come alive as the sun drops. It's a straightforward introduction to how Veronese people actually spend their time, without the tourist theatre.
This five-hour private tour distils Venice's essential landmarks into a single day. Your guide leads you through the Basilica di San Marco and Doge's Palace, then poles you along quieter canals by gondola before a water-taxi ride down the Grand Canal. You'll also visit a working glass factory in Murano. It's a solid primer on the city's layered history, architecture and watery geography—enough to understand why Venice has captivated visitors for centuries.
A guided drive along Italy's [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) with a private driver who knows the region's stories and back roads. Over six to eight hours, you'll stop in Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello with roughly ninety minutes free time in each village to wander, eat, and browse local shops. Your driver stays on hand throughout, offering local insight and helping you find the quieter corners of this steep, dramatic coastline south of Naples.
Bounce up into the Nebrodi peaks by open-air jeep to catch the light slip behind the Madonie range and the glittering coastline below. You'll pull into a mountain shelter nestled deep in the woodland, where a wood-fired spread of local meats, cheeses and produce waits alongside regional wine. The real thrill comes on the way down—navigating ancient stone tracks through darkened forest under starlight, tyres grinding over terrain that hasn't changed in centuries. Three to four hours total, departing late afternoon depending on season.
Step into a working Tuscan mill to watch extra virgin olive oil being pressed from fruit to bottle. You'll taste oils guided by the millers themselves, then move to the on-site tavern for a spread of bruschetta, local cured meats, Pecorino di Pienza, and regional red wine, finishing with cantucci biscuits dunked in Vin Santo. The whole experience takes about an hour and leaves you with the option to buy oils and other area products—pecorino, wines, honey—directly from the source.
Skip the queues and walk straight into Rome's Borghese Gallery, home to works by Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael and Titian. This two-hour priority entry ticket grants direct access to one of Italy's finest private collections, letting you move through sculpture-filled rooms and painting galleries at your own rhythm without the crush of the general queue.
Explore Rome's most recognisable landmarks on foot—Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona—guided by someone steeped in the city's history, then head to a neighbourhood restaurant to learn pizza-making from a practising maestro. You'll shape dough, add toppings of your choice, and eat what you've made alongside dessert and a drink. Three hours total, groups capped at eight, suits everyone from first-time visitors to returning travellers seeking a different angle on the city.
This 10-hour private tour threads through western Sicily's layered history, hitting the medieval hilltop town of Erice, the geometric salt ponds near Trapani, and the ancient Greek ruins of Segesta. You'll travel in air-conditioned comfort with a private driver, moving at your own pace between three distinct landscapes—each revealing a different chapter of the island's past. Guides available in multiple languages.
A two-to-three-hour guided walk through the Luccan countryside revealing Renaissance-era villages and medieval architecture frozen in time. You'll traverse olive groves with sweeping valley views, learn the stories behind centuries-old stone churches, and discover hidden corners of Tuscany that feel untouched by modern life. The meeting point sits ten minutes' drive from Lucca train station.
A five-hour natural wine tour departing Verona that introduces you to small-batch producers in the Valpolicella region. You'll visit working vineyards, taste eight to ten unfiltered wines including Amarone DOCG, and sit down to a farm-to-table lunch built from seasonal organic ingredients grown nearby. The focus is on meeting winemakers, understanding their methods, and learning how soil and minimal intervention shape what ends up in your glass.
Roll up your sleeves in an Italian home kitchen to learn the art of hand-made lasagna Bolognese from scratch. You'll work alongside fellow travellers from around the world, each tackling different components of this regional classic. After three hours of kneading, layering, and simmering, sit down together to eat what you've built, paired with local wine that flows as freely as conversation.
Spend seven to eight hours aboard a traditional wooden gozzo, exploring Capri's coastline at a leisurely pace with an experienced skipper. This private boat charter takes you to secluded swimming spots and snorkelling bays around the island, with refreshments and all gear provided. Ideal for small groups wanting to escape the crowds and experience Capri's crystalline waters without the intensity of organised port visits.
A nine-hour guided day trip from Naples to Capri, designed for cruise passengers. You'll cross by ferry, explore the Blue Grotto's luminous waters, wander Anacapri's quiet lanes, and visit the Augustus Gardens. A live guide steers you through the island's quieter corners whilst keeping pace with ship schedules. The pace is manageable, the groups small.
Explore the underwater terrain around Brindisi's bay with a qualified instructor on this two-hour guided dive. Whether you hold certification or are taking your first breaths beneath the surface, the centre matches divers with appropriate sites. Expect vibrant seabeds and personalized guidance throughout.
A four-hour food and wine tour tailored for hen parties exploring Rome's culinary heart. Your local guide leads you through the city's neighbourhood gems, pairing regional wines with quality bites at neighbourhood spots. Designed for groups celebrating together, this outing balances proper sightseeing with indulgence—expect a relaxed pace, good conversation, and the kind of meal you'll still be talking about back home.
Spend three hours in Alessia's Sorrento kitchen learning to roll and shape fresh pasta by hand, then master the layered architecture of tiramisu. You'll work through two traditional pasta styles from dough to plate, understand what separates mediocre tiramisu from the real thing, then sit down to eat what you've made with wine and espresso. Walk away with genuine techniques, not theatre.
This three-hour e-bike route winds through the northern hills above Lake Iseo and Lake Endine, linking remote villages and lakeshore villages. You'll depart Solto Collina, climb to the San Defendente viewpoint, then descend a technical trail toward Lovere with expansive lake vistas. A farmhouse stop fuels you with regional specialities before you roll back along the dramatic rocky shoreline and finish with a drink in Riva di Solto. Routes adjust to rider ability.
Skip the queues and explore the Vatican's masterworks with a private art historian guide over three hours. You'll navigate the Museums and Sistine Chapel at your own rhythm, accessing areas beyond the standard circuit. Morning and afternoon slots available. Note: last-minute closures due to papal events may redirect your route, and basilica access isn't guaranteed during the Jubilee—though you can visit independently afterwards.
A private eight-hour drive along Italy's most celebrated coastal road, departing from Salerno. Your local driver navigates the hairpin bends whilst you take in the dramatic cliffs, pastel villages, and Mediterranean views. Stop in Positano to wander steep laneways lined with boutiques, explore Amalfi's cathedral and waterfront, then climb to Ravello's hilltop cafés and gardens. Plenty of downtime to actually sit with a coffee and watch the light change on the water.
Spend eight hours exploring [Florence](/places/florence)'s Renaissance heart in a private Mercedes with an English-speaking driver, then spend the afternoon browsing designer outlets at The Mall Firenze. You'll move at your own pace, stopping at Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazzale Michelangelo, with your driver offering local context along the way. This is transport with personality rather than a structured tour—ideal if you want flexibility to linger where you choose.
A six-hour private tour combining the archaeological site of Pompeii with a winery visit in the shadow of Vesuvius. You'll spend roughly two hours exploring the ash-preserved Roman city before heading to a local producer of Lacryma Christi wine—a DOC designation with monastic roots. The vineyard sits on volcanic soil that shaped the wine for centuries. Transport, water, and air conditioning included; lunch at the winery is separate.
Private transfer between Padova and Venice Airport or Port, covering roughly 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Your driver knows the region intimately—ask about local history, food recommendations, wine spots or hidden monuments along the way. Twenty years in the business means you'll reach your destination safely and on time, whatever the road throws at you. Air-conditioned comfort with WiFi included.
Spend two hours at a hilltop wine bar sampling three Prosecco Superiore expressions from Mani Sagge, each paired with cured meats and artisanal cheeses. You'll taste from the bone-dry Tenace Extra Brut through to the off-dry Millesimato, learning how these wines emerge from the UNESCO-listed Veneto hills. The setting frames the rolling vineyards where grapes grow.
Spend a day exploring Argentario's coastline and nearby islands by boat, with swims and snorkelling in sheltered bays. Choose between half-day paddles around Porto Ercole's rocky coves or longer trips to Giglio's mix of sand and stone beaches or the more remote Giannutri. Equipment—snorkels, paddles, floats and seabobs—comes with the package, as do drinks and snacks. Tours run 4–14 hours depending on your pick.
A local photographer guides you through Naples' most photogenic corners on foot, capturing candid moments of you exploring the city's landmarks and street life. Over one hour, you'll discover hidden angles of the city whilst your dedicated shooter documents everything. Fifty professionally edited images arrive by email within two days, giving you polished memories without the camera work.
Settle into a private Mercedes for the 5–6 hour drive from [Florence](/places/florence) south to Sorrento or Positano. Your English-speaking driver navigates the route whilst sharing local knowledge, leaving you free to watch the Tuscan and Campanian landscape roll past. Fuel, tolls and air conditioning included. A straightforward point-to-point transfer that skips the coach queues and gets you to the [Amalfi coast](/places/amalfi-coast) on your own schedule.
Spend three and a half hours exploring Messina's working market before cooking and eating at a local home cook's table. You'll watch your host prepare four courses using recipes from their family archive, then sit down to starter, pasta, main with vegetables, and dessert. Wine and water flow throughout—regional bottles sourced from nearby producers. Cesarine connects you with one of over a thousand home cooks across Italy who've opened their kitchens to curious eaters.
Spend 3.5 hours in Matteo's Turin kitchen learning to cook risotto or fresh pasta from scratch. You'll work through ingredient selection, technique, and flavour pairing alongside your host, then sit down together for dinner and wine—the way Italian families actually eat. Walk away with hands-on skills, recipes you can recreate at home, and a genuine connection to how Italians approach food and time in the kitchen.
Cruise Rome's grand monuments on a classic Vespa with a private driver steering through the city's most iconic routes. This three-hour tour weaves past the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Imperial Forums, the Aventine Hill's fragrant orange grove, the Quirinal Palace, Gianicolo, and the Fontanone fountain. You'll see Rome as locals once did—skipping coach queues and discovering the city from an unexpected vantage point. Stops punctuate the ride for photographs and to absorb sweeping vistas.
A guided tour threading three of southern Italy's most celebrated destinations in a single day. Your local guide—someone with deep roots in the Sorrento Peninsula—walks you through Capri's clifftop villages and hidden corners, ferries you to the Roman ruins at Pompeii, and anchors you in Sorrento itself. You'll gain the kind of insider knowledge only a lifelong resident can offer. Seven to ten hours, moving at a pace that lets you absorb rather than rush.
Depart Sorrento at 9:30 AM aboard a boat bound for Capri, crossing the Sorrento Peninsula past Roman ruins and dramatic coastal landmarks. Spend three to four hours exploring the island's sea caves—including the White, Green, and Coral grottoes—and the distinctive Faraglioni rock formations. Two swims punctuate the day, with a locally made Caprese sandwich provided at midday. Return to Sorrento around 5:30 PM after eight hours on the water and ashore.
A two-hour private guided walk through Naples' Royal Palace and surrounding monuments, led by a local expert. Skip straight past queues to explore the palace's opulent rooms—royal chambers draped in tapestries, the ornate Grand Staircase, and the intimate Royal Theatre. Your guide contextualises the grandeur before you venture into the Piazza Plebiscito and Spanish Quarters, where you'll read the city's layered history off its streets and facades.
A seven-to-eight-hour private drive along southern Italy's most dramatic coastline, with your own English-speaking driver navigating the clifftop roads between six coastal villages and the hillside town of Ravello. You'll stop at viewpoints and wander through Positano, Praiano, Furore, Conca dei Marini, Amalfi and Atrani at your own pace, absorbing the architecture and stories of a region your driver knows intimately. Bottled water and air conditioning included; lunch is on you.
Private car service connecting Pompeii, Naples, Sorrento, and Positano to Rome, covering 3–4 hours by Mercedes. A locally-run outfit with bilingual drivers who know the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) routes well. Book direct to add stops in cities en route—they'll tailor the itinerary to suit your pace.
A 6–7 hour private drive combining Sicily's volcanic landscape with ancient ruins. Start at Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano and a UNESCO site, where you'll explore the slopes and learn about its geology. Then head to Taormina, a clifftop town layered with Greek and Roman history. Your driver provides commentary throughout, with stops tailored to your pace. Includes transport, water, and air-conditioned vehicle.
Combine your Rome airport arrival with a guided walk through Pompeii's preserved streets, then continue to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) or Ravello. This six-hour transfer pairs ancient archaeology with coastal scenery in one seamless journey. Travelling by air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking guide, you'll explore how Vesuvius's ash froze daily Roman life in place—shops, homes, amphitheatres intact—before heading to your Amalfi destination.
A private van tour from Lucca or Pisa takes you deep into Tuscany's rolling hills to San Gimignano, a fortress town bristling with medieval towers. Your English-speaking driver navigates the curves and switchbacks while sharing local knowledge, stopping at viewpoints along the way. The centrepiece is a leisurely lunch featuring regional specialities—finocchiona, pecorino, local wines—before exploring the town's narrow lanes and hidden corners. Expect roughly 4 hours of driving round-trip, with 2–3 hours to wander and eat.
Attend the Papal Audience in St. Peter's Square or Paul VI Hall to witness Pope Leone XIV deliver his weekly blessing and message. This 4.5-hour experience includes pre-arranged free entry, expert Vatican commentary via headset, and staff assistance from arrival through departure. Open to visitors of any faith or none—you'll stand amongst thousands in one of Catholicism's most significant gatherings, hearing the Pope's address directly and receiving his Apostolic Blessing.
Door-to-door driving from Naples to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) cliffside villages of Amalfi or Ravello, taking 1–2 hours depending on traffic and your destination. Your driver knows the hairpin bends and handles the nerve-shredding coastal roads while you watch the view unfold. A/C cabin, chilled water, and onboard WiFi mean you arrive refreshed, not frazzled.
A private 2-hour walking tour through Rome's ancient heart, guided by a local who navigates you past the signature landmarks—Circus Maximus, Palatine Hills, Theatre of Marcellus—before pivoting to the lived-in quarters of the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere. You'll cross into Tiber Island, soak in river views, and finish with gelato from a traditional gelateria. Designed to cover essential ground without the tour-bus crush.