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Discover the Magic of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coast by Vespa

★ 5.0 (256)

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Italy

Discover the Magic of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coast by Vespa

Ride the twisting coastal roads of Amalfi and Sorrento on a classic Vespa, with Federico—a local who's spent decades exploring these cliffs on two wheels. This 5–7 hour jaunt takes you past Positano, Amalfi, Praiano, Furore, Sorrento, or Ravello depending on where you're staying. You'll have an experienced pilot handling the bike so you can focus on salt-spray air, switchback views, and the soundtrack of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Hotel pickups included.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $550

The BEST Private Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour

★ 5.0 (249)

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Italy

The BEST Private Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour

Ride a classic Vespa along Italy's most dramatic coastline with an authorised guide who knows every hairpin turn and hidden village. This 6.5-hour private tour traces the Amalfi Coast from Naples, weaving through Positano's pastel streets and stopping at the Furore Fjord's clifftop viewpoint. You'll visit Amalfi's cathedral square, sample local limoncello and lemon cake, and hear stories about the region's craftspeople and traditions. Your guide handles navigation while you take in the sea views and stops for photos.

Ghisallo Pilgrimage - Road and E-bike Tour

Ride from Bellagio to the Madonna del Ghisallo Cycling Chapel on the official Giro di Lombardia climb—a route that's challenged professional cyclists since 1919. This 3.5-hour guided tour on either road or e-bike winds through switchbacks with Lake Como views at every turn, finishing at the sanctuary dedicated to cycling's patron saint and the adjoining museum housing over a century of Italian cycling artefacts and memorabilia.

Tandem Paragliding Flight on Capaccio Paestum in Salerno

Strap in for a tandem paragliding flight over Capaccio-Paestum in Campania, where experienced instructors guide you through 20–30 minutes of unobstructed aerial views. You'll launch with full safety gear, a helmet, and an emergency parachute, plus a GoPro captures the moment. Insurance is included. Weather dictates timing, so expect a call the evening before to confirm your slot.

Lake Como Motorbike - Motorcycle tour around Lake Como and the Alps

Throttle through Lake Como's mountain passes and Alpine switchbacks on a Ducati guided by Mauro, a local rider who knows every hairpin and hidden beach worth stopping at. This 5–6 hour tour takes you across the Italian and Swiss Alps, weaving between turquoise coves and peak vistas that car tourists never reach. Bike, gear, fuel, meals and a fluent English-speaking guide are all sorted—you just grip the handlebars and ride.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $1650

Unique Rome by Night, Photo Tour and Workshop Under the Stars

★ 5.0 (98)

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Italy

Unique Rome by Night, Photo Tour and Workshop Under the Stars

A four-hour nocturnal photography workshop through Rome's landmark sites, led by a professional photographer who prioritises small-group attention over volume. You'll master night shooting techniques—long exposures, light metering, manual settings, composition—whilst capturing the city's most recognisable monuments under darkness. The guide provides real-time feedback as you shoot; iPhone photographers welcome, and camera rentals available if needed.

Lecce to Gallipoli E-Bike Tour with Swim, Farm Tasting +Taxi back

Pedal through Salento's countryside on e-bikes, starting from Lecce's old town and cutting through vineyards, olive groves, and whitewashed farmsteads. Stop at a family farm to taste estate olive oil and local wine alongside Puglian nibbles, then detour through baroque Nardò for a caffè leccese before coasting toward the Ionian. Swim in the gin-clear waters at Santa Maria al Bagno, follow coastal paths into Gallipoli's island-bound medieval quarter, and return to Lecce by private taxi.

Cortona - Easy guided eBike tour around the Etruscan City.

Ride an electric bike through Cortona's medieval lanes and Tuscan hills on this 3-hour guided tour. The eBikes handle the gradient—you handle the scenery. You'll cover roughly 12–14 km across cobbled streets and countryside tracks, taking in vistas that inspired the film Under the Tuscan Sun. Small groups (capped at 2–3 bookings) mean genuine pace and personal attention. Water, helmet, and technical support included. Departs with 4+ participants.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $247

Vespa Tour in Rome Driven by Us with Optional Pick Up

★ 5.0 (65)

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Italy

Vespa Tour in Rome Driven by Us with Optional Pick Up

Skip the tour bus and ride a Vespa through Rome's neighbourhood streets with a local driver steering. This 2 hour 50 minute private tour cuts through the animated rioni (districts) that Romans actually inhabit, trading tourist crowds for the kind of corners you'd stumble upon alone. You'll get the thrill of scooter travel plus genuine local routes—the sort of thing that makes you want to book again before you've even dismounted.

Moto Tour Naples - Visit in a different way with the experts of the city

Tear through Naples on a motorcycle with local guides who know every backstreet and hidden corner of the city. Over 1–3 hours, you'll reach neighbourhoods and viewpoints inaccessible by foot or bus, navigating the real rhythms of Neapolitan life. This isn't a museum tour—it's a chance to ride like a local and see the layers of history, grit and culture that make the city tick.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $230

Half day private paragliding experience - ADVENTURE FLIGHT

★ 5.0 (56)

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Italy

Half day private paragliding experience - ADVENTURE FLIGHT

Strap in for a half-day paragliding flight across Italian mountains where thermals and altitude gains drive extended 30–40 minute sorties. You'll learn weather patterns pre-flight, then either ride as passenger or take the controls yourself. The pilot can dial in acrobatic moves up to 4G intensity—you set the pace. All gear, photography, and insurance included.

E-Bike Tour near Assisi with Wine Tasting & Winery Lunch

Pedal through Umbria's quiet lanes on electric bikes, leaving the Assisi crowds behind for a six-hour loop through working vineyards and olive country. You'll roll at an easy pace, stop for coffee in a village, then settle at a family winery for tastings paired with a home-cooked lunch. The guide fills gaps between silence with local stories. No rushing, no crowds—just backroads, food, and wine.

E-Bike tour on the Sorrento Coast

Ride an electric bike along the Sorrento Peninsula's quieter coastal routes, pedalling through citrus groves and past sleepy hilltop settlements between Sorrento and Termini. Over two hours, you'll trace a path that skirts the Gulf of Naples with Capri appearing ever closer, breathing in lemon-scented air whilst staying clear of the main tourist drag. A local cycling guide leads the way at a manageable pace.

The Best of Rome Running Tour

Jog through Rome's centre at dawn when the city breathes easy, hitting the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona in one hour. Your guide weaves in historical context and local stories as you move between monuments, letting you experience the capital's layered past without fighting tourist crowds. Pace is leisurely enough for any fitness level.

Rome Vespa Primavera 125 cc Rental - 48 Hours Rental

Hire a Vespa Primavera 125cc for 48 hours and navigate Rome on the city's most iconic two-wheeler. You'll gain access to restricted traffic zones (ZTL), letting you reach major landmarks without the gridlock that strangles cars. The rental comes fully equipped with helmets, anti-theft security, luggage case, and overnight parking near the Colosseum. Ideal for experienced scooter riders who want to move through the Eternal City with genuine Roman flair.

Etna Grantour - 4x4 & trekking - Private tour with lunch included

This 9-hour private tour tackles Mount Etna from multiple angles, combining morning trekking through volcanic landscape with afternoon 4x4 routes across three separate slopes. You'll climb to roughly 2000 metres, descend into lava tubes with proper caving gear, inspect dormant side craters and the dramatic Valle del Bove caldera, then refuel with local farm lunch and regional tastings before the vehicle-based exploration of barren lava fields and pioneer vegetation zones.

Explore Rome By Vespa

Zip through Rome's backstreets on the back of a Vespa, piloted by a seasoned local rider who knows which corners yield the best views and photo stops. In under an hour, you'll cover ground a walking tour couldn't touch—weaving past landmarks, ducking through narrow laneways, and landing at vantage points that capture the city's layered character. Helmet and insurance included; the driver handles all navigation.

50 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $105

Cycling Pisa highlights & hidden treasures - half day tour

★ 5.0 (45)

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Italy

Cycling Pisa highlights & hidden treasures - half day tour

Explore Pisa beyond the famous tower on a three-hour guided cycle tour led by Martina, a longtime resident who knows the city's backstreets, artisan workshops, and local eating spots. You'll pedal through the medieval centre at your own pace, picking up stories about Pisan history and university life whilst spotting landmarks most day-trippers miss. Bike rental arranged through a recommended shop.

Road Bike Rental in Palermo with Suggested Itinerary

Rent a road bike in Palermo and explore Sicily's coast and countryside at your own pace. Sicicla stocks Italian and international brands—Bianchi, Trek, Cannondale and others—sized to fit. Helmets and local taxes included. You'll navigate rolling terrain and coastal roads, so arrive with solid fitness and a sense of direction. Perfect for cyclists after a self-guided day away from the city's chaos.

Quad Buggy Excursion Tour

Tear through Calabria's remote backcountry in a side-by-side buggy, navigating forest trails and ridge routes that reveal both the Tyrrhenian and Ionian seas from a single summit. This two-and-a-half-hour adventure takes you down tracks inaccessible by conventional transport, stopping at panoramic points where the landscape shifts between dense woodland and coastal vistas. An experienced local guide leads the way, and if you hold a valid driving licence, you can swap behind the wheel mid-route to experience different sections of the terrain.

The Best of Rome a Unique Running Experience

Combine sightseeing with a steady jog through Rome's historic centre, guided by a local runner who knows the backstreets and landmarks equally well. This 1–30 minute outing ditches the coach queues in favour of movement, letting you tick off major sights while keeping your heart rate up. You'll cover ground faster than walking tours, spot hidden corners most visitors miss, and finish with espresso and the guide's local knowledge.

1 min – 30 minfrom AUD $117

★ 5.0 (41)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Running Tour through Rome

Lace up and explore Rome's layers with guides who know every corner from childhood. This 90-minute run loops through the city's most storied quarters and overlooked local haunts, mixing historical architecture with the neighbourhoods Romans actually inhabit. You'll move at a conversational pace, catching landmarks and breaking for water while your hosts share insider perspectives on what makes this sprawling ancient city tick.

Rome Vespa Primavera 125 cc Rental - 72 Hours Rental

Hire a Vespa Primavera for three days and navigate Rome on two wheels the way locals do. This 125cc scooter comes fully insured with third-party liability, ZTL zone access permits, helmets, and an anti-theft chain. Park free overnight near the Colosseum. You'll need a valid driver's licence, moderate fitness, prior scooter experience, and a €350 deposit. Ideal for confident riders wanting genuine Roman mobility without tour-group constraints.

Roma Vespa Tour Adventure

Tear through Rome's backstreets on a vintage Vespa with a local rider at the helm. This 1–2 hour jaunt weaves past centuries-old landmarks and pulls up at Gianicolo Hill, where you'll find the city's best panoramic overlook. Your guide shares insider knowledge of Rome's layered past whilst you snap photos from the saddle and soak in views that stretch across terracotta rooftops and ancient domes.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $133

Lake Como: Classic Fiat 500 Vintage Car Rental

★ 5.0 (39)

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Italy

Lake Como: Classic Fiat 500 Vintage Car Rental

Rent a classic Fiat 500 and explore Lake Como's lakeside villages and winding mountain roads at your own pace. Choose your duration—from a brief spin to a full week—with flexible two-hourly slots and free vehicle delivery for bookings of 24 hours or longer. No corporate branding mars the authentic Italian experience. You'll navigate scenic routes with a 150km daily allowance, third-party insurance included, keeping the focus on the drive itself rather than curated stops.

1 hour – 7 daysfrom AUD $167

Etna : Group Helicopter Flight (including round trip car transfer)

★ 5.0 (38)

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Italy

Etna : Group Helicopter Flight (including round trip car transfer)

See Europe's most active volcano from the air on this 30-minute helicopter circuit departing Fiumefreddo di Sicilia. You'll fly over Mount Etna's summit craters, recent lava flows, and the dramatic Valle del Bove collapse scar, taking in 360° views of eastern Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. The experience includes car transfers from Taormina or Giardini Naxos, safety briefing with pilots, and refreshments before boarding.

Cagliari Shore Excursion: Quad-ATV Adventure Experience

Three hours throttling 450cc quads through the southwest hills and coastal terrain around Cagliari, departing straight from the cruise port. This is a hard-charging off-road blast, not a gentle scenic putter. You'll navigate dirt tracks and backcountry roads with proper instruction beforehand, then return to your ship within the 4–5 hour window. Groups of up to six split the quads among themselves.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $398

★ 5.0 (34)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Etna Summit Craters E-bike

Ride electric mountain bikes to Mount Etna's summit craters on this three-hour guided tour in Sicily. A volcanologist and e-bike instructor lead small groups of up to eight riders on quality enduro machines, combining pedal power with electric assistance to reach dramatic volcanic terrain. You'll gain elevation and perspective without the noise and exhaust of motorised vehicles, while your guide shares geological knowledge and navigates the slopes with expertise.

Climbing Experience - Sorrento Coast Punta Campanella

Scale the rocky headland at Punta Campanella, where the Sorrento Peninsula meets the Amalfi Coast. This four-hour climbing session puts you on the rock face with Capri sprawling across the water below. A qualified instructor leads you through the fundamentals, routes suit various abilities, and all gear is supplied. You'll need reasonable fitness and a head for heights.

Exclusive Rome by Night Vespa Tour

When Tom from our Global Hobo crew booked this Rome by Night Vespa tour, we knew we weren't getting behind the handlebars ourselves — you're a passenger on the back seat while a local driver navigates the city's lit-up streets. It's a 2.5-hour guided spin through Rome's after-dark personality, with your driver pulling double duty as navigator and storyteller, pointing out the culture and rhythm of the place as neon and streetlights roll past. Not a self-drive thrill; more a seat-of-your-pants sightseeing experience with someone who genuinely knows their city.

Unforgettable 1.5-Hour Private Vespa Sidecar Tour of Florence

Zip through Florence's elevated vantage points on a nimble Vespa sidecar with your own driver steering the curves. This 90-minute private tour abandons the crowded centro for panoramic lookouts—Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato basilica, the hillside village of Fiesole—where light hits the Arno valley just right for photographs. Your multilingual driver collects you from your accommodation and drops you wherever suits, tailoring stops to what catches your eye.

Hills of Ancient Rome Segway Tour

Glide across Rome's seven hills on a Segway, piecing together the city's layered history in three-and-a-half hours. Your local guide navigates you through landmark sites and quieter corners alike, revealing how the ancient metropolis actually sprawls across the urban landscape. You'll master the Segway basics before setting off, then roll through districts that shaped Western civilisation—all without the trudge of traditional sightseeing.

Dolomites of Bolzano Winter Hiking & Sledding Experience

Traverse the UNESCO-listed Dolomites on foot with a local mountain guide, choosing quieter routes that reveal the range's grandeur without the crowds. This seven-hour winter outing near Bolzano pairs a guided ascent suited to your pace with an exhilarating sled descent. You'll travel with no more than three others, supported by equipment and transport arranged beforehand. All that's required is winter boots, a backpack, and moderate fitness; the guide handles navigation and route selection entirely.

Scenic Horseback Ride, Wine Tasting & Lunch on Mt. Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius's volcanic slopes reveal themselves from horseback, leading to an afternoon tasting wines grown in mineral-rich ash soil at a family winery near the Bay of Sorrento. The 4-hour experience pairs the ride with a traditional Italian lunch and wine pairings, moving at a pace that suits riders of any background. An air-conditioned vehicle collects you beforehand, and your guide navigates the route based on conditions and logistics.

Canyoning of Codula Fuili in Cala Gonone

Descend Codula Fuili, one of Sardinia's most dramatic limestone canyons, in a 5-hour adventure through water-carved passages and soaring rock walls. Starting in the Supramonte plateau, you'll rappel down sections up to 20 metres, squeeze through narrow gorges, and emerge at the wild sweep of Cala Fuili beach for a swim in the crystalline Gulf of Orosei. Suitable for beginners aged 8 and up who are reasonably fit.

Flight Simulator HI SPEED for 30 Mins

Take the captain's seat in a full-motion Boeing 737 simulator for 30 minutes in Italy. You'll execute takeoff, navigate a circuit, and land at the same airport with a professional pilot beside you, guiding you through real cockpit procedures. A 220-degree video projection system lets you choose your landing scenario—Caribbean beaches, Alaskan glaciers, or anywhere in between. Genuine fun for both adults and kids wanting to experience what commercial aviation feels like from the flight deck.

Vintage Sidecar Motorcycle Tour of Florence - The Highlights of the City

See Florence from a vintage motorcycle sidecar, a two-hour spin through the city's medieval neighbourhoods and surrounding countryside. Your driver navigates the Oltrarno district, Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato church, and the Arcetri hills where Galileo spent his final years. You'll capture hidden corners and panoramic views from a vantage point more intimate than a car, more stable than a scooter. It's the ideal way to orient yourself on day one—catching both the bohemian old quarters and the rural landscape beyond.

Via Ferrata Cima Capi

This six-hour via ferrata ascent takes you up Cima Capi with sweeping views across Lake Garda. You'll navigate fixed steel cables and rungs bolted into rock—technically straightforward but requiring steady legs and endurance. An experienced alpine guide handles safety whilst you focus on the scramble, the exposure, and those panoramic vistas of Italy's largest lake unfolding below.

Private Amalfi Coast Vintage Fiat 500 Tour: Amalfi to Positano

Roll along the Amalfi Coast's most dramatic curves in a cherry-red 1972 Fiat 500, departing Amalfi and heading toward Positano over three hours. This private drive takes you past vertical cliffs and sapphire waters, stopping at viewpoints above Praiano and Fiordo di Furore before reaching Positano for an hour to wander its pastel-painted streets. You'll turn heads in this compact classic—locals still wave at it—while your driver shares stories of the coast's villages and history.

Canyoning Adventure saddle

A six-hour canyoning adventure in Italy where you'll navigate waterfalls, natural slides and rocky pools using ropes and harnesses. This is a physical challenge that demands solid fitness and nerve—you'll abseil into gorges, swim through cold streams and climb slick rock faces. An expert guide leads small groups through the canyon system, teaching you rope techniques and reading water conditions as you descend.

6 hoursfrom AUD $225

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