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Private Tour of Leaning Tower Pisa Top Attractions w Local Guide

★ 5.0 (7)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Private Tour of Leaning Tower Pisa Top Attractions w Local Guide

Explore Pisa's architectural masterpieces with a private art historian guide over three hours. You'll navigate the Piazza dei Miracoli, examining the Cathedral, Baptistery, and the famously tilted bell tower whilst learning the stories behind these medieval structures. Your guide unpacks the city's layered history through anecdotes and technical details about the monuments, offering insight into why Pisa's builders kept returning to this iconic square.

Walking tour in the Heart of Rome and Pizza Class in a Very Small Group

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.

3 hoursfrom AUD $198

★ 5.0 (7)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Tour Erice, Trapani salt pans, Segesta

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.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1116

La Dolce Vita of the renaissance - Half-Day Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (7)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

La Dolce Vita of the renaissance - Half-Day Walking Tour

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.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $158

From Verona: trip into the world of Natural Wines & organic lunch

★ 5.0 (7)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

From Verona: trip into the world of Natural Wines & organic lunch

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.

TOUR and TICKETS, VISIT TO THE MILL AND EVO OIL TASTING

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.

3 hour Lasagna Bolognese cooking class

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.

Ortigia city Tour

A two-hour guided walk through Ortigia, Sicily's historic island quarter, led by someone who knows the maze of baroque streets and hidden corners intimately. Your guide shares family stories and local knowledge passed down through generations, revealing the layered history and character of this UNESCO-listed neighbourhood. Expect narrow alleyways, piazzas, and the kind of details—architectural quirks, neighbourhood legends, centuries-old shortcuts—that only come from having grown up here.

The Spritz Experience in Verona

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.

E-Bike Tour in the Sorrento Peninsula and Visit to Acetaia

Pedal through Sorrento's countryside on an electric bike, gliding past lemon groves and ancient olive terraces with views across the Gulf of Naples. Your two-hour journey winds along quiet rural lanes to a working farm where the owner shares his passion for traditional balsamic vinegar production—a genuine rarity for this region. The ride finishes with a tasting of his artisan vinegar, straight from the acetaia.

Cooking Class in a Sicilian countryhouse

Learn to cook Sicilian classics alongside Patrizia and her chef daughter Giuliana at their countryside estate near the Aeolian Islands. Over four hours, you'll prepare traditional dishes at a table ringed by ancient olive trees, then sit down to eat your creations while gazing across the Mediterranean. Patrizia shares the history and customs woven into each recipe, whilst Giuliana brings her worldly culinary influences to the family methods. Food, landscape, and local stories blend into one afternoon.

Pompeii and Museum of Naples Private Tour led by an Archaeologist

A seven-hour private tour combining excavated Pompeii with Naples' archaeological museum, led by a qualified archaeologist. You'll spend two hours walking through Pompeii's Forum, Basilica, thermal baths and temple, examining plaster casts and structural remains before heading to the Naples museum for two hours among artefacts, sculptures and mosaics from the buried city. Transport, entry fees and an expert guide are included; you'll need to arrange your own meals.

Dining Experience at a local's Home in Campofelice di Roccella with Show Cooking

Cook and dine at a Campofelice di Roccella local's kitchen for two and a half hours, watching your four-course meal prepared from scratch. The host—part of Cesarine, Italy's network of home cooks—pulls recipes from family archives, preparing starter, pasta, main, and dessert whilst you sip regional wines and learn how actual Sicilian home cooking works. No restaurant theatre, just a genuine table in someone's kitchen.

DonnaGiacoma Experience

Spend an hour at Donna Giacoma's Sicilian mill learning how olive oil goes from grove to bottle. You'll walk amongst the trees, watch the production floor in action, and taste at least six oils alongside local cheese and cured olives. A producer will walk you through each oil's character and how to use them in the kitchen, giving you real insight into the region's agricultural heritage and a chance to take home bottles you've actually tasted.

Biennale Off: Exploring External Pavilions and Collateral Events

This two-hour guided tour bypasses the main Biennale crowds to hunt down satellite exhibitions and collateral events scattered across Venice's neighbourhoods. Your licensed guide navigates the maze of historic streets, stopping at contemporary art installations and pavilions housed in venues typically off-limits to casual visitors. Rather than queuing at the central Giardini, you'll discover how the Biennale extends well beyond its flagship sites, revealing where emerging artists and experimental curators have set up shop across the city.

Rome Pantheon Highlights From Ancient Rome to Baroque

Get up close with Rome's most intact ancient structure across a 30-minute to two-hour visit. Pick your style: self-guided with a digital audioguide at your own tempo, or join a local guide who unpacks the Pantheon's evolution from classical temple to Baroque landmark. Both options include reserved entry to the monument itself, bypassing the standard queue.

30 min – 2 hoursfrom AUD $12

Sorrento Coast : Sailing Cruise with Swim, Brunch & Prosecco

★ 5.0 (6)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Sorrento Coast : Sailing Cruise with Swim, Brunch & Prosecco

A seven-hour sailing adventure along the Sorrento Coast, where wind and conditions guide your route through Capri or Procida waters. You'll help trim sails, learn basic boat handling, and anchor for swimming and snorkelling. Between dips, tuck into local mozzarella, tomatoes and fresh bread with prosecco (bring your own), then watch the Gulf of Naples turn amber at dusk. It's sailing without the pretence—just salt spray, freedom and the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Half-Day Hiking to the Path of the Gods from Sorrento

This six-hour hike traverses one of Italy's most celebrated ridgeline trails, connecting Nocelle across the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s high spine. You'll walk amongst ancient terraced vineyards, stone farmhouses and abandoned monasteries, with uninterrupted views stretching from the Li Galli islets to Capri. The route demonstrates centuries of human ingenuity—how locals carved livelihood from dramatic cliffs—and you may encounter shepherds and farmers still working these slopes. Transport and guide included from Sorrento; bring moderate fitness and realistic expectations about steep terrain.

Amalfi coast tour

Private motorcar service covering the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) region for the full day. Your driver handles all navigation through Campania's winding coastal roads, whether you're arriving at Naples airport, catching a train, or departing from the port. Eight and a half hours of flexible transport lets you set the rhythm—linger in Positano, explore Ravello, or simply absorb the dramatic cliffside scenery. Optional guide available to add local context. Soft drinks included.

Cesarine: Pasta & Tiramisu Class at Local's Home in Bari

Learn to make two Puglian pasta shapes and tiramisu from a home cook in Bari during this three-hour class. Your host, part of Le Cesarine's network of Italian home cooks, walks you through each recipe step-by-step before you sit down to eat what you've made, paired with local wines. Families with children welcome. The skills you leave with are genuinely transferable—you'll actually be able to replicate these dishes at home.

Private TRANSFER from Catania to GIARDINI NAXOS (or vice versa)

A straightforward private transfer whisking you from Catania airport, port, or city centre to Giardini Naxos in about an hour. Your driver meets you after baggage claim with a namecard; fixed pricing means no surprises at the end. Modern, licenced vehicles with English-speaking operators who know the Italian regulations inside out. One bottle of water and wifi included to ease the journey.

Etruscan Tarquinia and Cerveteri from Rome

Explore two significant Etruscan settlements north of Rome on this eight-hour private tour. Tarquinia and Cerveteri reveal layers of civilisation stretching back to the 9th century BC, their ancient necropolises offering insights into pre-Roman Italian life. Your driver navigates the route and shares context as you wander the archaeological sites, then stops at a regional trattoria where you can sample local specialities before heading back to the city.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1689

Pompeii & Amalfi Coast VIP Small Group Tour from Naples

★ 5.0 (6)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pompeii & Amalfi Coast VIP Small Group Tour from Naples

This eight-to-nine-hour guided tour departs Naples for Pompeii's excavated remains, where you'll spend two hours wandering house foundations, bathhouses, and the amphitheatre to piece together how residents lived before Vesuvius. After that, you'll drive the scenic [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) road—stopping for views—and finish with ninety minutes exploring Amalfi's tight-wound streets on foot before returning to your starting point.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $316

Santa Teresa di Gallura: 3-hour quad bike tour

★ 5.0 (6)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Santa Teresa di Gallura: 3-hour quad bike tour

Tear across northern Sardinia's backcountry on a quad bike, guided through rural trails and coastal vistas around Santa Teresa di Gallura. This 3-hour loop mixes rough terrain with beach stops at Rena Majore, where you can swim before heading back inland. Routes split into beginner and experienced versions, both covering roughly 50 km of Sardinian landscape—some sections demand solid bike handling and moderate fitness.

3 hoursfrom AUD $291

Half Day Excursion to Herculaneum from Naples with Lunch

★ 5.0 (6)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Half Day Excursion to Herculaneum from Naples with Lunch

Travel from Naples to explore Herculaneum, the Roman seaside town frozen by Vesuvius's 79 AD eruption. This 4–5 hour half-day visit includes guided access to remarkably preserved mosaics, frescoes and household artefacts, followed by a three-course lunch at a local restaurant. Hotel pickup and return transport by modern coach are included, with an on-board assistant to answer questions along the way.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $173

Transfer from naples airport to naples city

★ 5.0 (6)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Transfer from naples airport to naples city

Direct transfer from Naples Capodichino Airport to the city centre, typically taking 15–30 minutes depending on traffic. Your English-speaking driver doubles as a local guide, sharing stories about Naples' layered history during the journey. Airport taxes and parking are covered. A straightforward way to reach your accommodation without navigating unfamiliar roads or haggling for a cab.

15 min – 30 minfrom AUD $117

Private Shore Excursion from Messina Port: The Godfather Country

★ 5.0 (6)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Shore Excursion from Messina Port: The Godfather Country

Explore the Sicilian villages and countryside that served as backdrops for Coppola's Godfather films during this eight-hour private excursion from Messina port. Travel with an English-speaking driver who guides you through the region's dramatic landscapes and period architecture, stopping at locations recognisable from the trilogy. You'll move at your own pace, choosing which villages and sites to linger at, before returning to the ship.

!NEW! Private Boat Tour of the Archipelago of La Maddalena Full

Explore La Maddalena's hidden archipelago aboard a six-person vessel, spending seven hours navigating turquoise waters and secluded anchorages. Your skipper pilots the boat to lesser-known coves inaccessible to larger tour groups, then shares a modest spread of regional specialities and local wine at midday. The intimate scale means genuine conversation with your captain, who shapes the day around your interests and pace.

7 hoursfrom AUD $3040

PRIVATE Full-Day GUIDED Tour: Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti

★ 5.0 (6)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

PRIVATE Full-Day GUIDED Tour: Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti

A private nine-hour Tuscan circuit departing [Florence](/places/florence) that sweeps through three medieval strongholds and wine country. Your licensed guide shepherds you through Siena's Gothic core, then the afternoon pivots to Chianti's rolling vineyard estates where you'll taste Classico wines straight from small producers' cellars. San Gimignano's tower-studded skyline closes the day. A Mercedes minivan handles transport; lunch at a working farm or winery is optional but revelatory for wine enthusiasts.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $716

Colosseum, Forum & Trevi Fountain Tour in Rome W Gelato Tasting

★ 5.0 (6)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Colosseum, Forum & Trevi Fountain Tour in Rome W Gelato Tasting

A four-hour guided walk through Rome's iconic landmarks with a licensed art historian. You'll explore the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s interior and exterior, wander through the Roman Forum's ancient ruins, and visit the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, and Il Vittoriano. The tour concludes with gelato tasting, giving you a solid grounding in the city's classical heritage without feeling rushed.

Private Siena walking tour

Explore Siena's medieval heart over three hours with a knowledgeable local guide. You'll navigate narrow streets lined with terracotta rooftops, absorb centuries of banking and pilgrimage history, and uncover the rivalries embedded in the city's 17 contrade neighbourhoods. The UNESCO-listed cathedral showcases soaring Gothic stonework, while Piazza del Campo—twice-yearly stage for the raucous Palio horse race—anchors Siena's civic identity. Bell tolls from Torre del Mangia punctuate the experience.

Private Tour: The Academy Gallery

A guided hour-long tour through [Florence](/places/florence)'s Accademia Gallery, focused on Michelangelo's sculptural and painted work. Your guide walks you through the gallery's highlights, including the David and the Prisoner series, then leaves you free to wander the remaining galleries at your own pace. Radio systems keep larger groups connected. The tour itself gets you straight in; priority-access tickets are arranged separately.

Exclusive Bolgheri from Florence: The Land of the Super Tuscan

This 10.5-hour private tour whisks you from [Florence](/places/florence) to Bolgheri, Tuscany's celebrated wine country, where you'll spend the day at two boutique wineries learning how Super Tuscan wines are made. A certified sommelier guides you through tastings across multiple vintages, then a three-course lunch with views caps the experience. Best for those keen to understand what makes these estates tick, not just sip and move on.

10h 30mfrom AUD $1097

★ 5.0 (6)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

4 Hour Tour of Rome with Private Van

Four-hour private van tour through Rome's iconic landmarks. Your driver navigates the city's notorious traffic while you sit back and absorb the architecture, stopping at major monuments for photos and exploration. Covers the essential sights without the exhaustion of walking or the hassle of public transport. Includes bottled water, onboard WiFi, and air conditioning. Suits those wanting to cover ground efficiently while keeping feet relatively fresh for evening wandering.

Exclusive Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line Group Tour

Navigate the Vatican's galleries and Sistine Chapel with an art historian in a small group, bypassing standard queues. This 2.5-hour tour explores Renaissance masterworks across one of the world's largest art collections, from Leonardo to Michelangelo's monumental frescoes. Your guide unpacks the historical context and artistic significance of each piece, offering insight that transforms the visit from sightseeing into genuine understanding. The intimate group size means you'll move at a thoughtful pace rather than shuffle through crowds.

Exclusive 1-Hour VIP Private Gondola Ride with Champagne

Sixty minutes in a private gondola steering through Venice's waterways, from the Grand Canal's grandeur to tucked-away side channels. You'll float beneath the Bridge of Sighs, past the Rialto, glass in hand with Italian Champagne. A gondolier narrates the city's corners while a photographer captures moments at key spots. Departs from Danieli station.

Amalfi Coast Small Group Cruise with stop at the Emerald Grotto

This seven-hour small-group boat journey traces the dramatic Amalfi coastline, revealing sea caves, hidden coves, and fishing villages inaccessible from land. You'll navigate past the Triton and African Grottos, explore the UNESCO-listed Furore Gorge, swim through the Natural Arch, and glide beneath lesser-known settlements like Atrani and Minori before docking in Amalfi town for independent wandering. The Emerald Grotto is available as an optional add-on. Prosecco, soft drinks, and water feature throughout.

Etna Taormina tour

Spend seven hours exploring two of Sicily's defining landmarks. Start on Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, where you'll walk across ancient lava fields and peer into smoking vents across a stark, otherworldly terrain. The afternoon shifts to Taormina, a hilltop town of narrow streets and classical architecture, home to a Greek theatre with views back across the volcano to the sea. A private vehicle connects both stops with air conditioning and refreshments included.

Etna Top Crater

A seven-hour expedition to Mount Etna's summit craters, ascending to 2,800 metres through otherworldly volcanic terrain. You'll trek across barren, moon-like slopes with an authorised guide, donning safety helmets as you navigate one of Europe's most active volcanoes. The tour includes cable-car transport to altitude, equipment, insurance, and tastings of local honey, liqueurs and artisan creams. Lunch is not provided.

Trip to Abruzzo

Spend six days exploring Abruzzo's mountainous interior, where Apennine peaks rise above medieval villages and working farmland. This slow-paced regional tour takes you beyond the usual Italian destinations into a landscape where forests still dominate and local food traditions remain rooted in what grows nearby. You'll eat breakfast, lunch and dinner as part of the experience, moving through the region's quieter valleys and hilltop towns at a pace that lets the place settle in.

6 daysfrom AUD $2814

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