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Mount Pellegrino MTB EXPERIENCE

Explore Monte Pellegrino's nature reserve on electric mountain bikes, tackling the historic routes once traversed by pilgrims heading to the Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia. This 4–5 hour ride climbs through Palermo's spiritual landmarks—including the sacred cave where a Phoenician goddess was once venerated—before reaching the wartime plateau with its sweeping coastal views. Descend via single-track designed for MTB riders, pause for local street food, then roll back into the city on panoramic tarmac.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $142

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E-bike rental in Riva Del Garda

Grab an e-bike from central Riva del Garda and explore the lake's network of trails and local spots at your own pace. The nine-hour rental gives you genuine flexibility to loop around waterfront routes, climb into the surrounding hills, or simply potter between cafés without a guide dictating stops. All machines are current models kept in working order, with basics like a helmet, lock, pack and water bottle sorted from the start.

Sunset Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour With A Local

Ride a Vespa along the Amalfi and Sorrento coasts as the sun dips toward the horizon. This three-hour tour avoids the midday crush, letting you experience quieter villages and dramatic cliffside roads when light turns golden. Your local guide handles the scooter while you soak in sea breeze, coastal architecture, and the genuine rhythm of the region—espresso included.

Unforgettable Bike Tours and Trekking on the Island of Elba

A 4-hour guided exploration of Elba Island combining mountain biking and trekking across remote terrain. Your Environmental Guide navigates you through the island's geological formations, layered history, and untamed landscapes, switching between pedal and foot to access corners most visitors miss. Suits those wanting substance over scenery shots—expect proper effort rewarded with genuine discovery rather than polished viewpoints.

Canyoning at the foot of Etna

Descend into volcanic canyons at Etna's base on this four-hour canyoning adventure. You'll abseil down watercourse-carved gorges using proper mountaineering kit, guided by trained instructors through medium-difficulty terrain. The route adjusts based on water flow and weather, so expect flexibility. All safety gear—wetsuit, harness, helmet, specialist shoes—is supplied. This demands moderate fitness; it's not for pregnant travellers or those with heart concerns.

Private Paragliding Tandem flight Dolomites Alps Kronplatz

Launch from Plan de Corones and drift across the Dolomites on a tandem paragliding flight with a seasoned pilot. This 20-minute flight covers 1300 metres of altitude, offering sweeping views of the Pustertal valley, surrounding peaks, and the town of Bruneck below. Your experienced pilot handles navigation while you take in the Alps from an angle most travellers never see. The full outing, including ground time, runs 1–1.5 hours.

Vespa experience guided by us & Photo shoot

Ride through Rome's most photogenic streets as a passenger on a classic Vespa, piloted by an experienced local driver. Over 90 minutes, you'll sweep past iconic landmarks and hidden corners while a photographer captures candid moments you'll actually want to keep. It's the fastest way to see the city's best bits without fighting crowds on foot, and you'll leave with both memories and prints.

Via Ferrata Rio Sallagoni

Scale an ancient limestone gorge via fixed iron rungs and cables along the Rio Sallagoni, a three-and-a-half-hour adventure through dramatic rock formations accessible only by ferrata. This Italian route winds through a primordial landscape, past geological layers that tell stories millions of years old. An Alpine guide leads you through exposed traverses and vertical pitches, mixing technical climbing with raw natural beauty. All gear supplied—harness, helmet, and safety kit included—plus professional instruction and comprehensive insurance.

Lessons in Mini-Group - 3 hours a day - skiing

Eighteen hours of small-group ski instruction in Livigno, Italy, delivered by qualified professionals who tailor sessions to individual ability and learning pace. Rather than processing large cohorts, instructors focus intently on each skier's technique, confidence, and progression. The teaching staff undergoes ongoing training in pedagogy and communication, ensuring lessons feel supportive rather than pressured. Three-hour daily blocks allow proper skill absorption without fatigue.

18 hoursfrom AUD $450

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Falconry experience in Tuscany

Spend 90 minutes in the Tuscan countryside learning to handle Harris' buzzard with an experienced falconer. You'll wear a glove and call the bird directly to your arm, watching it dive and soar across open fields. This is hands-on work with a living predator, not a spectator sport. The falconer teaches you the basics of hawk handling whilst your camera captures the moment.

Rafting "Experience 2 days"

A two-day expedition combining paddling and water-based adventure in Italy's gorges. Day one takes you 16 km down a dramatic canyon river where towering rock walls narrow the current, finishing at base camp with hot showers and a night under canvas. Day two shifts to canyoning—abseiling and sliding through stream courses before an optional lunch. You'll eat locally sourced dinners and breakfasts, sleep under stars, and navigate both water and terrain with qualified guides.

Fun Climb

Scale the limestone cliffs surrounding Lake Garda in this four-hour guided climb suited to all abilities. Based in Arco, Italy's premier climbing destination, you'll work with a certified mountain guide who teaches rope techniques and safety protocols whilst you progress on real rock. Equipment is supplied, and the guide manages all protective systems so you can focus on the climbing itself.

Half Day Tour by Ebike Around Cortona

Pedal through Cortona's hillside terrain on an e-bike, visiting key landmarks including Villa Bramasole, the medieval Fortezza del Girifalco, and Basilica of Santa Margherita. Over two to four hours, a local guide shares the area's history and stories whilst you navigate narrow streets and rolling Tuscan countryside without breaking a sweat. Suitable for families and those wanting to cover more ground than walking allows, this ride balances cultural stops with countryside riding.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $250

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Positano Bike Tour

A 3-hour cycling route from Sorrento that climbs to San Pietro Pass before descending into Positano along the famous coastal highway 163, with its signature hairpin bends and sea vistas. The return journey takes you up Picco Sant'Angelo—the peninsula's highest point—for views across the Gulf of Salerno and Naples, finishing via the scenic Via Nastro Verde. You'll need solid leg strength and cardiovascular fitness for the sustained climbs, but the downhill sections and coastal scenery make the effort worthwhile.

E-Bike Rental in Lucca

Rent an e-bike in Lucca and set your own pace around this walled medieval city or into the rolling Tuscan countryside. Choose between the E-city model for navigating narrow streets, monuments and cafés at leisure, or the E-trekking variant for deeper explorations through farmland, Renaissance villas, and hilltop villages. Eight to nine hours lets you cover substantial ground without pedalling hard, with a sturdy lock included so you can stop whenever something catches your eye.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $65

Private Vespa Tour "Among the hills of Barolo and Barbaresco"

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Private Vespa Tour "Among the hills of Barolo and Barbaresco"

Explore the Langhe hills on a private Vespa tour departing from Alba, weaving through Barolo and Barbaresco wine country with an experienced local guide. Over 6–8 hours, you'll navigate UNESCO-listed terrain dotted with medieval villages and hilltop castles whilst learning what makes this region's Nebbiolo legendary. The route adapts to your pace and interests, with stops at viewpoints and wine bars for optional tastings.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $192

Rome Small-Group e-Bike Tour: Villa Borghese, Villa Ada & Coppedè

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Rome Small-Group e-Bike Tour: Villa Borghese, Villa Ada & Coppedè

Explore Rome's quieter neighbourhoods on e-bike over 3.5 hours, cycling through Villa Borghese's sprawling grounds, the peaceful gardens of Villa Ada, and the Coppedè district's oddly beautiful art nouveau streets. You'll cover roughly 90% traffic-free paths—park trails and riverside routes—with a local guide steering you toward spots most visitors miss. The tour hits architectural highlights and green spaces that shaped Roman life across centuries, finishing with a look at one of the city's strangest residential pockets.

Mount Etna: All around E-bike

Traverse Mount Etna's south flank to north-east ridge on a full-suspension e-bike, covering nearly 100 kilometres of off-road terrain in seven-and-a-half hours. Certified nature guides lead you through shifting volcanic landscape—lava fields, sparse vegetation, rocky outcrops—explaining the mountain's geology, botany and wildlife as you ride. Modern e-bikes (Mondraker, KTM, Cannondale) handle the technical sections; you pedal when it matters.

Mountain Bike tour in Spina Verde natural park

A 30km mountain bike loop starting from Como that climbs into Spina Verde park, crosses into Switzerland, and descends through Merlot vineyards. You'll gain 800 metres over roughly 3.5 hours of riding, passing WWI trench sites and dual panoramic viewpoints overlooking the lake and Alpine foothills. Demands solid fitness and technical bike handling, but rewards with Swiss border scenery and quiet forest trails away from city traffic.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $316

Climbing Experience - The path of the Gods

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Climbing Experience - The path of the Gods

Scale the dramatic rock faces along Italy's Path of the Gods, a four-hour guided climbing experience above the Amalfi Coast. Work with professional instructors who'll teach you technique on natural stone while you take in views of terraced villages and turquoise waters below. Routes suit different ability levels, from confident beginners to experienced climbers. You'll trek to the climbing site, then spend hours on the rock with full gear provided.

Canoe Adventure at the Marmitte dei Giganti - Private Tour

Paddle through the dramatic rock formations of Marmitte dei Giganti, a four-hour adventure combining canoeing and hiking in northern Italy's Gola del Furlo gorge. Your guide leads you by water to viewpoints inaccessible from shore, then into the nature reserve on foot to discover hidden vistas carved by ancient geology. This is an intimate way to experience the gorge's scale and power.

Flight with the Zipline Sicily in San Mauro Castelverde

Hurtle across 1.6 kilometres of Sicilian sky at speeds up to 130 km/h on Italy's highest and fastest zipline. Suspended 300 metres above San Mauro Castelverde in the Madonie range, you'll glide between mountain peaks with unobstructed views towards the Nebrodi hills, Aeolian Islands, and Ustica. The one-hour experience combines pure adrenaline with sweeping Mediterranean vistas few get to witness from this vantage point.

Climbing Experience - Positano

Scale the dramatic rock faces overlooking Positano's turquoise coastline on this 4-hour guided climb in Campania. Work with a certified instructor to navigate one of the region's most rewarding crags, tackling routes that test your technique and reward you with sweeping Mediterranean views. Suits climbers with moderate fitness who want to push beyond gym walls and climb real stone with serious exposure.

E-Bike Tour fortresses and mountains near the Free Baths of Saturnia

Explore the Tuscan highlands on electric bike, threading past medieval fortresses and mountain vistas without the crowds. This 3–4 hour mixed-terrain ride takes you through asphalt and dirt tracks around Saturnia, with chances to stop at local producers for honey, wine, and cured meats. A guide handles navigation while you focus on the scenery and the pedal-assist doing the heavy lifting.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $118

★ 5.0 (16)

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Ferrari GTC4Lusso Road Test Drive

Take the wheel of a Ferrari GTC4Lusso and drive the roads surrounding Maranello where automotive legend was born. This 10-minute to 2-hour experience puts you behind the controls of one of Ferrari's most capable grand tourers, with a professional instructor on hand as you explore the winding routes that define Italian motoring heritage. Feel the car's raw acceleration on open stretches and discover what engineering excellence feels like from the driver's seat.

10 min – 2 hoursfrom AUD $233

3-Hour Easy Via Ferrata to Sentiero Colodri for whole Family

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3-Hour Easy Via Ferrata to Sentiero Colodri for whole Family

An introductory via ferrata scaling the Colodri wall above Arco, designed for families and newcomers to scrambling. This three-hour outing threads four short rock sections with enough handholds and bolts to feel adventurous without demanding serious climbing skills. You'll summit to views across Lake Garda's northern basin, take stock, then descend via a scenic descent path. The route works in regular hiking shoes and welcomes children from age six upwards.

Mt Vesuvius E-Bike Tour

Explore Vesuvius's volcanic landscape on a guided e-bike and walking tour departing from Naples. Starting in the valley, you'll pedal up sealed roads through dense Mediterranean scrub that thins as you climb, then abandon the bikes to walk the crater rim with expert National Park guides. The five-hour journey reveals the mountain's geological story, current ecology, and continuing presence in local life, with sweeping views across the slopes and settlements below.

Daily Biking in the Rural Sicily

Spend a full day cycling through the quiet villages and farmland south of Palermo, reaching the rural heartland by regional train. You'll pedal secondary roads through working countryside—olive groves, small towns, and open vistas—on your choice of road, hybrid, or mountain bike. The guide knows the back routes where you'll find authentic Sicily without the crowds, and the pace suits riders with solid fitness rather than racers.

7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $250

Rome Street Football Experience & City Walk

★ 5.0 (15)

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Rome Street Football Experience & City Walk

Ditch the guidebook for a three-hour blend of walking and street football in Rome's historic centre. Your guide takes you through iconic piazzas and tucked-away lanes, sharing local stories before you join a casual match with Romans—or at least try to keep up with them. Finish with authentic pizza or gelato. Built for families with teenagers, friend groups, and anyone after something more active than the usual tourist shuffle.

Private E-bike Tour " Langhe del Barbaresco " - Asphalt only

Pedal through the Langhe's rolling vineyards and medieval hilltop villages on a guided e-bike route that hugs quiet asphalt roads. This six-to-seven-hour tour covers roughly 40 kilometres with 840 metres of elevation gain near Alba and Barolo, threading through UNESCO-listed wine country since 2014. A regional cycling guide handles navigation and e-bike tuning whilst pointing out the landscape's history and agricultural character. The paced route suits medium-fitness riders seeking something less strenuous than a road bike challenge.

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $167

2-Day E-Bike Tuscany Tour with Meals, Wineries, and Farmstay

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2-Day E-Bike Tuscany Tour with Meals, Wineries, and Farmstay

Pedal through Chianti's backroads on an e-bike over two days, visiting family-run wineries and sleeping in a traditional villa. Starting from Florence, you'll roll past vineyards and olive groves with a local guide, taste wines and oils paired with meals sourced from the region, and explore villages like Borgo Machiavelli. The electric assist lets you cover ground without exhaustion, leaving energy for the countryside itself.

Classic Hydrospeed Trip

Strap into a hydrospeed board and ride the Sesia River's classic section in northern Italy—four hours of navigating rapids and waves with fins beneath your feet. Monrosa Rafting's guides take you through instruction and a full safety briefing before you tackle the water, reading currents and powering through churning sections of this Alpine river. You'll feel the river's force directly, controlling your descent through whitewater with technique and nerve.

Rome Private Segway Tour

Glide through Rome's historic centre on a private Segway tour with a local guide who'll share genuine stories rather than dry facts. You'll cover major landmarks across 3.5 hours, moving at a pace that lets you actually absorb the city instead of trudging between sites. The guide handles navigation and context, leaving you free to enjoy the sights, snap photos, and ask questions without the usual walking fatigue or confusion of finding your own way around.

Quad bike tour to Castello Poggiodiana & surroundings

Tear through the countryside surrounding Ribera on a quad bike, starting from the town centre and heading straight to the medieval stronghold of Castello Poggiodiana. You'll tackle river crossings and rough tracks threading between citrus and olive groves, stopping to take in the Verdura canyon and the sprawl of valley down to the coast. The two-hour loop mixes genuine back-country terrain with enough pace to get your heart going, finishing where you started.

Tour of the summit craters of Etna (3406 m) with video drone

Climb Europe's highest active volcano on this five-hour expedition up Mount Etna to 3,406 metres. Starting from Rifugio Sapienza, you'll ascend by cable car and 4×4 jeep through lunar-like volcanic terrain before trekking to the summit craters. A volcanologist guides you through lateral craters and lava flows, explaining the mountain's ongoing geological drama. A drone operator captures your journey from above, delivering edited footage as your personal record of the experience.

E-bike Rental

Explore Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast on an e-bike, skipping traffic restrictions and parking headaches that plague car hire. Electric-assisted pedalling gets you into pedestrian-only town centres and along coastal routes where vehicles can't venture. You'll cover far more ground than walking and with less physical toll than a standard bike, leaving energy for actually experiencing the landscape rather than muscling uphill.

Paragliding adventure Plose/Brixen Dolomites for nature lovers

Launch from Plose mountain and sail above the Dolomites' jagged peaks, valleys and pine forests on a tandem paraglide with an experienced pilot. This one-hour flight lets you feel the thermals and silence of high altitude, with the landscape unfolding beneath you from a perspective few travellers ever reach. Your pilot adjusts the flight to suit your preference—smooth gliding or spiralling climbs—and handles all safety protocols so you can simply breathe in the view.

ADVENTURE TOUR QUAD 2.5H | MORENIC HILLS and LAKE GARDA

Tear through the Morenic Hills south of Lake Garda on modern quad bikes, mixing dirt tracks with sealed roads across 2.5 to 4 hours. You'll pilot a CANAM or POLARIS two-seater alongside experienced guides who know the quieter routes and can share local stories. Most of the ride stays off-road where the real adrenaline kicks in; slower sections let engines cool and let you swap driver duties with your passenger. The route sits 15–20 minutes from the Milan-Venice motorway near Sirmione.

2h 30m – 4 hoursfrom AUD $331

Private Etna Trekking half day tour from Taormina

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Private Etna Trekking half day tour from Taormina

Trek Europe's most active volcano on this half-day excursion from Taormina. You'll explore Mount Etna's dramatic slopes with a multilingual guide, navigating volcanic terrain and lava-scarred landscapes. The tour includes equipment for cave exploration, a return shuttle, and a picnic amid the raw scenery. Suitable for varying fitness levels, this is a straightforward way to experience Sicily's volcanic heartland without a full-day commitment.

PRIVATE Appian Way and Lake Albano Ebike Tour with Italian Lunch

Ride a Cannondale e-mountain bike from Rome's ancient Appian Way through the Caffarella Valley and Aqueduct Park, then train up to the papal hilltop town of Castel Gandolfo. After exploring the medieval streets and stopping for lakeside Italian lunch, descend back toward Rome on mostly off-road terrain. Eight hours, 50 kilometres, intermediate difficulty with a guide.

8 hoursfrom AUD $300

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