Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.
Door-to-door private transfer from Sorrento to Naples Airport, train station or city centre, completed in roughly an hour. A driver collects you from your accommodation and delivers you directly to your destination in a climate-controlled vehicle. All taxes and fees are included; you're met and sorted without hassle or shared stops.
Spend three hours in a Sorrentino farmhouse learning to make limoncello and fresh pasta from a multi-generational farming family. You'll pick lemons straight from the grove, then work alongside Martina and her grandmother to bottle the region's signature digestif and cook an appetiser, pasta course, and lemon-forward dessert. Dinner happens on a terrace overlooking the Gulf of Sorrento, with wine and coffee included.
Spend ninety minutes aboard a boat off Palinuro watching the sun sink into the Tyrrhenian Sea while sampling regional antipasti and drinks. This floating aperitif draws on Cilento's coastal pantry—cured meats, cheeses, seafood preparations—served as the light shifts from gold to violet. It's less dinner theatre and more anchored pause: good food, good views, the smell of salt air.
Ride electric bikes through the Ligurian Riviera's coastal and mountain terrain, starting from Tre Ponti's beaches and climbing towards the Poggio della Milano-Sanremo route. The 3–5 hour tour winds through pine forests and the hilltop village of Ceriana, where you'll taste regional specialities amongst its 22 churches and medieval streets. Descend via olive groves and dirt tracks back towards the coast, stopping to sample wild berries and local produce along the way.
A six-hour guided trek linking two stone villages in Basilicata's rugged interior. You'll walk the Seven Stones Path between Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, dropping into valleys and climbing ridges through terrain that shifts between exposed rock and dense scrub. The trail weaves past seven waypoints marked with local stories—folklore about witches, old magic—told through installations and recorded soundtracks. Both villages cling to hillsides: one renowned for dwellings carved into cliff faces, the other anchored by Norman ruins. Moderate fitness required; small group, certified guide included.
A private guided tour of Rome's Borghese Gallery bypasses queues to explore two floors of Renaissance and Baroque masterworks. Your art historian leads you through twenty rooms housing sculptures by Bernini, paintings by Caravaggio and Titian, and lesser-known treasures collected by the Borghese family. The adjacent villa gardens offer breathing room between galleries. Designed for curious visitors who want context rather than a rushed sprint through crowds.
Explore Herculaneum's remarkably preserved Roman streets with a specialist archaeologist who unpacks daily life in the 1st century AD. This two-hour private tour grants you exclusive access to one of Vesuvius's most intact burial sites, where carbonised wood, intact mosaics, and household objects tell stories that textbooks gloss over. Your guide's deep knowledge transforms scattered ruins into vivid neighbourhoods.
A guided sprint through the Vatican's artistic canon, from classical sculpture to Baroque masterworks. Your private guide navigates you through the Chiaramonti and Pio-Clementino museums, the galleries, Raphael's Rooms, and the Sistine Chapel in three to four hours, tracing how Western art evolved across centuries. Skip the notorious queues and see the world's densest concentration of masterpieces without the crowds.
Master the foundations of Neapolitan cooking in this hands-on 2.5-hour class in Naples. You'll prepare fresh pasta from scratch and learn to cook seafood the way locals do—including fried prawns and squid—before sitting down to eat what you've made. A chef walks you through techniques passed down through generations, revealing how ingredient selection and timing transform simple components into something unforgettable. Dinner included.
Cruise Rome's historic centre in a classic Mini Cooper, hitting major monuments like the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and Castel Sant'Angelo. Your local driver guides you through three to four hours of sightseeing, breaking at viewpoints across the Gianicolo and Aventine hills, then Trastevere and the Bocca della Verità. Wind down with aperitifs and snacks at a neighbourhood Roman bar where locals actually drink coffee. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Rent a classic Fiat 500 and navigate Como's shoreline on your own schedule, stopping at postcard-worthy villages strung between Bellagio and Como. This four-hour self-drive lets you dawdle through Tremezzina, Laglio, Moltrasio and Cernobbio at your pace, catching both western and eastern lake views. The car comes fuelled and insured; you cover petrol costs and tolls as you go.
A 2-hour walking tour through Venice tailored for families with children, led by an engaging local guide who uses games and storytelling to bring the city's past alive. You'll walk past the Rialto Bridge, through Campo San Bartolomeo, past Marco Polo's former home, and into St. Mark's Square, learning how Venice rose as a trading power and why its architecture defies convention. Kids aged 6 and up stay entertained whilst absorbing Venetian history, culture, and daily life from centuries past.
Spend three hours in Francesca's kitchen learning to shape and sauce Sicilian pasta from scratch. You'll master three distinct pasta types—including a filled variety—and cook them into dishes rooted in her family's culinary traditions. Lunch pairs your creations with wine, coffee, and genuine local insight from someone who grew up cooking this way.
Spend five hours driving through Chianti's vine-covered slopes and stone villages in your own minivan with a private driver. You'll visit small family-run wineries still using traditional methods, taste Chianti Classico and local olive oil, and wander medieval hamlets like Greve and Montefioralle. The route adapts to what you want to see, whether that's a quick tasting or a long lunch at a working estate. Departs [Florence](/places/florence) mornings at 9:30 or 11:00.
A six-hour escape from Rome to Bomarzo's Sacro Bosco, a 16th-century garden carved into volcanic rock and populated by colossal stone creatures—dragons, elephants, mythic beings, and a gaping ogre's mouth. Prince Vicino Orsini designed this bewildering woodland as an antidote to Renaissance order, and its theatrical weirdness later captivated surrealists and artists including Dalí. After wandering shaded paths among the sculptures, explore the hilltop village's medieval stone streets and arches. Lunch and entry included; choose between private door-to-door transport or train with transfers.
A small-group exploration of Rome's most celebrated amphitheatre, led by a local expert who unpacks the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum)'s layered history rather than just pointing at stones. Spend 1–2 hours navigating the first and second levels with a guide fluent in the building's architectural quirks and gladiatorial past, then spend the rest of your day wandering the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill alone. You'll have skip-the-line access and time to ask questions without feeling rushed.
Spend three days exploring Tuscany's rolling hills, fortified villages, and wine country with a local guide who knows where the tourists aren't. You'll stay in a traditional farmhouse, eat regional food, taste wines direct from producers, and travel between sights in a comfortable minivan. Departures guaranteed daily from [Florence](/places/florence) with groups kept deliberately small—never more than eight travellers.
Navigate Venice's historic centre without the usual logistical headache. This private tour adapts to your pace and requirements, steering through barrier-free routes across the city's islands and districts. Whether you use a wheelchair, travel with young children, prefer not to scramble over bridges, or have sensory considerations, a trained guide charts a course through San Marco, Rialto, Castello, Cannaregio, and the quieter islands of Murano, Burano or Sant'Erasmo. Tours run 2–8 hours depending on your energy and interests.
A five-hour private evening drive from Sorrento to Positano, timed to arrive after day-trippers depart. Your English-speaking driver navigates the winding coastal road, stopping at prime vantage points and explaining local history, architecture, and customs. The tour trades daylight crowds for golden-hour light and a quieter village atmosphere, ideal for photography and unhurried exploration.
Step into a family-run vineyard nestled in Trentino's rolling hills for a 90-minute exploration of Alpine winemaking. You'll walk through both modern and heritage cellars, learning how local vintners craft their signature styles, then settle in to taste four wines—two whites and two reds—paired with cured meats, artisan cheese, olive oil and bread baked by the family. A straightforward introduction to the region's viticulture without the marketing gloss.
Spend two hours cruising the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) at sunset with a local skipper who knows the rocky inlets and hidden coves. You'll drift past pastel villages clinging to cliffs, hear stories about the region's maritime past, and have proper time to photograph the golden light hitting limestone and lemon groves. Prosecco, beer, soft drinks and snacks included. No rushing, no crowds—just you, the water, and one of Europe's most dramatic coastlines.
Work alongside Chef Barbara in her Tuscan restaurant kitchen to build a four-course meal from scratch. You'll master fresh pasta and sauce, prepare a proper main, and finish with dessert—all using ingredients sourced within the region. The session is genuinely hands-on; you cook, taste, and troubleshoot together. Once finished, sit down to eat what you've made. Suits solo cooks, families, and corporate groups alike.
Chart your own course along Apulia's dramatic coastline on a private boat departing Monopoli. Over three and a half hours, navigate hidden grottoes and turquoise inlets at your own speed with no schedule pressure or other groups. Dive into crystalline waters, explore sea-sculpted cliffs, and pause wherever takes your fancy. An onboard spread of regional specialities—Bari focaccia, crispy taralli, tomato frisella, prosecco and fresh fruit—anchors the experience in local taste.
Spend seven hours exploring Pompeii and Herculaneum with a private guide who steers you beyond the usual circuit. You'll wander through intact Roman houses, examine artefacts most visitors miss, and understand daily life before Vesuvius buried these cities in 79 AD. Herculaneum's exceptional preservation—wood, textiles, and household items still intact—sets it apart. Travel between sites in private transport, moving at your own rhythm without crowds or fixed schedules.
Zip around Rome's historic centre in a battery-powered tuk-tuk, hitting the major sights in two hours. Your driver and guide navigate you past St. Peter's Basilica, the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), and lesser-known corners that reveal how the city actually works. You'll share the ride with other travellers, stop frequently for photos, and return with prosecco in hand and stories that beat the usual bus tour.
Skip the chaos of Naples transport and arrive in Sorrento refreshed. This private transfer whisks you between the two towns in 50 minutes to 1.5 hours, with a driver who knows the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) intimately. Travel air-conditioned and connected, leaving luggage stress at the door and arriving ready to explore.
Spend four hours in a Calabrian home learning pasta-making from two local grandmothers who'll share family recipes passed down through generations. You'll roll, shape and cook alongside them, then sit down to a proper lunch featuring what you've made, swapping stories about life in southern Italy. It's cooking and culture rolled into one afternoon—less classroom, more kitchen table.
An 11-hour private drive from Rome sweeps you south to Pompeii's haunting ruins, then onwards to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most photogenic town. You'll explore the buried city on your own terms—with a group guide, audio guide, or private archaeologist—before descending into Positano's pastel maze of shops, cafés and coastal views. Your driver remains on call throughout, ferrying you in a climate-controlled vehicle sized to your group.
Travel from the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) to Naples in a private air-conditioned minivan whilst stopping for a guided archaeological tour of Pompeii. This 4-hour journey combines comfortable transfer service with a 2-hour walk through the preserved Roman city, led by a specialist guide. Your driver handles all navigation and shares insights along the scenic route, whilst admission and transport fees are covered. Ideal for those wanting to explore Pompeii's ruins without the hassle of public transport or self-driving.
A six-hour private excursion from Rome to the Pope's summer palace at Castel Gandolfo, south of the capital. Explore the pontifical villas at your own pace with audioguide, then wander the hilltop town overlooking Lake Albano. Your own driver handles transport and skip-the-line entry; opt for a local expert guide to deepen the visit. Lunch is your call—plenty of local options in the centro storico.
A four-day private tour through southeast Sicily's Baroque heartland and ancient ruins, departing from Catania or Taormina. You'll travel by Mercedes with a dedicated guide-driver, visiting Syracuse's Greek theatres, Noto's honey-coloured squares, Ragusa's hilltop old town, and Piazza Armerina's Roman mosaics. The itinerary weaves in Mount Etna's volcanic slopes, the Cyclops Coast's mythology, a working winery, and film locations from The Godfather. Designed for two travellers seeking unhurried exploration without group constraints.
Settle into a two-hour lunch at Poggio ai Laghi vineyard, where a knowledgeable wine specialist walks you through tastings matched to locally-sourced dishes. You'll taste several wines across the estate's selection, learning how terroir shapes flavour and structure, while nibbling through antipasti and mains in the vine-covered courtyard. No rushing; the pace suits conversation and contemplation.
A guided eight-hour sweep of the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most celebrated towns—Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello—travelling by comfortable minivan with a local guide and driver. You'll wind through dramatic coastal scenery, explore centuries-old town centres, and stop for photographs and meals at your own pace. Hotel or port pick-up included.
A seven-hour private tour starting in Monterosso takes you through Italy's [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre), a UNESCO-listed coastline of five medieval fishing villages stacked onto cliffsides. Your expert guide meets you in Monterosso, then you ride the local train through each settlement at your own rhythm, choosing which villages to explore and how long to linger. Car-free since the early 2000s, these centuries-old hamlets—some founded as early as the 7th century—reveal themselves through coloured houses, narrow lanes, and dramatic Ligurian views.
Captain Luca pilots a seven-hour boat expedition through the La Maddalena Archipelago, steering between pink-sand beaches, submerged rock gardens, and sheltered anchorages off northern Sardinia's coast. You'll swim in transparent Mediterranean shallows, snorkel above seagrass beds, and eat aboard: local antipasti, mussels stewed with myrtle leaves, house-made biscuits, and Mirto liqueur. Luca draws on 15 years navigating these waters to reveal both celebrated landmarks and quieter corners most day-trippers skip.
Private minivan shuttle connecting Naples or Salerno airport directly to your [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) accommodation in roughly 90 minutes. Door-to-door service picks you up from the airport, train station, or Naples city centre and drops you at your hotel, cutting out the hassle of navigating local transport with luggage. Air-conditioned comfort and bottled water included.
Spend two hours at Apicella, a family-run winery on the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) that's been perfecting wine since the 1970s. Walk through their historic pre-phylloxera vineyard at A' Scrapata, tour the cellar to see how they ferment and age their reds and whites, then taste current releases paired with local cheese, cured meat, and toasted bread. The Apicella story is the story of Tramonti viticulture—understated, traditional, rooted in the land.
A private Mercedes tour along Italy's most dramatic coastline, visiting three showpiece towns over 8–9 hours. You'll drive the serpentine [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) road with a dedicated driver, stopping in Positano's tiered pastel village, the clifftop town of Sorrento, and Amalfi nestled at the mouth of a deep gorge. The pace lets you linger in each spot rather than rush through. Air-conditioned comfort, WiFi onboard, and flexible stops make this suited to families and those who prefer a driver's perspective over coach crowds.
Eight-hour guided tour along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) exploring three celebrated villages: Amalfi, Positano, and Ravello. You'll navigate the dramatic cliffside roads with a seasoned driver, stopping for unscheduled time to wander each town's narrow streets, sample regional specialities, and absorb the Mediterranean views. The air-conditioned vehicle handles the winding coastal roads while you focus on discovering why these settlements have captivated visitors for generations.
A 10–11 hour private day tour from Rome combining two iconic Campania sites. Start at Pompeii's archaeological zone with a professional guide walking you through the preserved Roman streets, houses and temples buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD. Then drive the dramatic [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), stopping in the clifftop village of Positano to explore its pastel-coloured streets and independent shops, plus time in Amalfi itself. Luxury transport and English-speaking escort included throughout.