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Paragliding adventure Plose/Brixen Dolomites for nature lovers
★ 5.0 (14)
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Italy

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.

1 hourfrom AUD $298
Surroundings of Rome on Vespa
★ 5.0 (13)
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Italy

Surroundings of Rome on Vespa

Ride pillion on a Vespa through Rome's countryside, choosing between hilltop wine towns or Renaissance villas. This 4–5 hour private tour takes you to the Castelli Romani—Frascati, Rocca di Papa, Marino, Ariccia—or Tivoli's Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana. Stop for lunch featuring local produce and regional wines whilst your driver navigates winding roads past vineyards and historical sites. You'll travel as a passenger, so no riding experience needed.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $383
Mount Etna 4x4 Jeep Tour with lunch
★ 5.0 (13)
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Italy

Mount Etna 4x4 Jeep Tour with lunch

Bounce across Mount Etna's backcountry in a 4x4, navigating rough tracks through volcanic terrain shaped by centuries of eruptions. Based near Catania, this 7-hour outing takes you into deep gorges and native forests clinging to the mountainside, with lunch and local wine included. Your driver doubles as guide, handling the rough stuff while you soak in the raw, unpolished landscape.

7 hoursfrom AUD $182
E-Bike Tour in Cinque Terre with Aperitif in Farmhouse
★ 5.0 (13)
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Italy

E-Bike Tour in Cinque Terre with Aperitif in Farmhouse

Ride electric bikes through the terraced heights of Cinque Terre National Park, guided by a local who shares stories of the villages and landscape below. You'll roll past olive groves and mountain sanctuaries, then descend to an agriturismo perched above the coast for an aperitif featuring local charcuterie and Cinque Terre wine. Three hours, mix of pedalling and relaxation.

3 hoursfrom AUD $145
Ducati Motorbike Tour of Rome
★ 5.0 (13)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Ducati Motorbike Tour of Rome

Tear through Rome's centro storico on a Ducati motorcycle, covering major monuments and hidden corners in two hours. This isn't sightseeing from a bus—you'll feel the engine's rumble as you sweep past the Colosseum, navigate Renaissance piazzas, and experience the city at rider's pace. Built for motorbike enthusiasts who want adrenaline with their sightseeing.

2 hoursfrom AUD $250
Exclusive E-Bike Tour to Cinque Terre from Monterosso
★ 5.0 (12)
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Italy

Exclusive E-Bike Tour to Cinque Terre from Monterosso

Pedal through the Cinque Terre National Park on e-bike with a local guide, gaining elevated vistas most visitors miss. This 2.5-hour ride from Monterosso takes you above the five villages, threading through terraced vineyards, olive groves and past mountain sanctuaries. Small group sizes mean your guide adapts to your pace and interests, with safety gear and mechanical support included throughout.

2h 30mfrom AUD $112
Half Day E Bike Tour of Via Appia with Catacombs and Lunch
★ 5.0 (12)
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Italy

Half Day E Bike Tour of Via Appia with Catacombs and Lunch

This five-hour e-bike tour rolls you through Rome's most historically layered landscape on the ancient Via Appia. You'll ride over original basalt roads, descend into the Catacombs of Saint Callixtus or Saint Sebastian to see early Christian burial chambers, pass the ruins of Maxentius's villa, and pedal through the Park of the Aqueducts where Rome's water infrastructure still dominates the skyline. A stop at a local spring includes Italian-style grilled food made from farm-fresh ingredients bought that morning.

5 hoursfrom AUD $250
Road Bike tour in Lake Como & Bellagio
★ 5.0 (12)
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Italy

Road Bike tour in Lake Como & Bellagio

Pedal 60 km across Lake Como's dual shorelines, breaking the ride midway with a ferry crossing to absorb the water from its centre. You'll roll the western bank's gentler slopes, pause in Bellagio's hilltop village for views, then descend the eastern side through rolling terrain back to base. Three to four hours of cycling with a professional guide; gradual elevation throughout rather than punishing climbs. Suits riders with solid aerobic fitness and road-bike confidence.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $333
Sardinia Trekking Bike Rental
★ 5.0 (12)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Sardinia Trekking Bike Rental

Explore Sardinia's rugged coastlines and inland villages on two wheels with a flexible bike rental spanning 3–5 days. Pick up at one location, drop off at another across the island without extra charges. The fleet features well-maintained bikes suited to Sardinian terrain, giving you the freedom to chart your own pace through Mediterranean scrubland, granite peaks, and whitewashed settlements. Ideal for riders seeking independence over guided itineraries.

3 days – 5 daysfrom AUD $100
Vespa scooter Journey with Professional Photography
★ 5.0 (12)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Vespa scooter Journey with Professional Photography

Ride a classic Vespa through Rome's most iconic neighbourhoods, stopping at hilltop vantage points and hidden gardens. This 90-minute tour pairs the thrill of navigating cobblestone streets on a vintage scooter with a professional photographer capturing your journey. You'll sweep past the Colosseum, through Piazza Venezia, and up to the Orange Garden and Gianicolo Hill, where sweeping views of the city—including St. Peter's dome—reward each climb.

1h 30mfrom AUD $198
Cortona E-Bike Scenic Ride - Private Medieval Countryside tour
★ 5.0 (12)
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Italy

Cortona E-Bike Scenic Ride - Private Medieval Countryside tour

Explore the Val di Chiana and Cortona countryside on a private e-bike tour designed for genuine discovery rather than tick-box sightseeing. Over 3–4 hours, you'll pedal through quiet valleys and hilltop villages with a certified local guide who shares real stories of the region. Premium Trek e-bikes with the latest Bosch motors handle the terrain, leaving you free to absorb the Tuscan landscape at a conversational pace. Tailored for couples, families and anyone seeking comfort over crowds.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $465
Ferrari Driving Experience on a Racetrack
★ 5.0 (11)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Ferrari Driving Experience on a Racetrack

Take command of a track-ready Ferrari F458 Challenge at a Bologna racing circuit. Over two hours, you'll complete five high-speed laps in this V-8 supercar under guidance from a Ferrari instructor. The experience captures your run on video and includes all safety gear, insurance, and—if booked—hotel transport. This is genuine circuit driving in a machine built for the track, not the street.

2 hoursfrom AUD $3081
Unique E-Bike Experience in the Appian Way and the Catacombs
★ 5.0 (10)
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Italy

Unique E-Bike Experience in the Appian Way and the Catacombs

Combine electric biking with Roman archaeology on this four-hour guided tour. You'll start with a warm-up ride from Circus Maximus before tackling the Appian Way, Rome's most ancient thoroughfare, where you'll roll past crumbling ruins, aqueducts, and pastoral landscapes. The second half takes you underground into the Catacombs, where early Christian communities carved burial chambers into the bedrock. A guide narrates both the outdoor and subterranean sections, connecting the landscape to the stories it holds.

4 hoursfrom AUD $142
A mine of memories Bike Tour
★ 5.0 (10)
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Italy

A mine of memories Bike Tour

Eight days cycling through southwestern Sardinia, tracing a route that connects rugged coastlines, abandoned mining heritage, and island-hopping opportunities. This itinerary threads together the Sinis peninsula, Costa Verde, and the Sulcis mining region, staying in three-star hotels and rural guesthouses. You'll cover moderate daily distances on quiet roads, discovering archaeological remnants and untouched beaches without the organised-tour feel. Breakfasts included; baggage moves ahead each day.

8 daysfrom AUD $1299
Easy guided eBike tour with photographer at Lake Trasimeno
★ 5.0 (10)
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Italy

Easy guided eBike tour with photographer at Lake Trasimeno

Explore Lake Trasimeno's rolling countryside on an electric bike guided by a local mountain-bike expert and professional photographer. Over three and a half hours, you'll pedal through some of the region's most photogenic terrain, stopping at scenic viewpoints where the guide offers composition tips to help you capture striking images on your camera or phone. The e-bike's motor takes the strain out of climbs, making it accessible regardless of cycling experience.

3h 30mfrom AUD $216
Naples And Campi Flegrei Bike Tour
★ 5.0 (10)
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Italy

Naples And Campi Flegrei Bike Tour

Cycle through the volcanic landscape of Campi Flegrei on a guided 7–8 hour ride that reveals Naples beyond its urban reputation. You'll navigate crater lakes, climb rolling hills, and explore the region's geothermal features with a professional guide. This tour suits confident cyclists with several years of road experience; you needn't be elite, but steady fitness and bike handling skills are essential. Your guide manages logistics while you take in the views.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $200
Experience in Via Ferrata della Regina
★ 5.0 (10)
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Italy

Experience in Via Ferrata della Regina

Scale the dramatic iron-runged passages of Via Ferrata della Regina in the Italian Alps. This two-hour climb suits climbers of all skill levels, guiding you up near-vertical rock faces with fixed cables and metal pegs. You'll be fully equipped with harness, helmet and shock-absorber longe, moving steadily upward with an experienced guide who knows every route and anchor point. It's physical, exposed and genuinely exhilarating—the kind of climb that stays with you.

2 hoursfrom AUD $142
Etna private tour in 4x4 & Sicilian food farm experience
★ 5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Etna private tour in 4x4 & Sicilian food farm experience

A seven-hour Etna adventure combining volcanic exploration with Sicilian farm hospitality. You'll navigate the mountain's most dramatic features—the vast Valle del Bove, secondary craters, and recent lava fields—in a private 4x4, then descend into volcanic caves with helmet and lights to witness subterranean geology firsthand. The physical rewards are matched by culinary ones: a farm lunch showcasing Etna's seasonal produce, house-made bread, cured meats, cheeses and local red wine.

7 hoursfrom AUD $208
Rome Vespa 125cc Daily Rental
★ 5.0 (10)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Rome Vespa 125cc Daily Rental

Rent a Vespa 125cc and navigate Rome's cobbled streets, piazzas, and neighbourhoods on your own schedule. This 3-hour to full-day rental pairs a well-maintained scooter with insider route guidance, leaving you free to chase whatever catches your eye—a quiet trattoria down an alley, a lesser-known fountain, or a spin through the city's beating heart. Staff brief you on the bike and road conditions before you roll out. Unlimited kilometres, helmet and lock included. Fuel costs extra.

3 hours – 1 dayfrom AUD $108
e-Bike tour from Monopoli to the rocky village of S. Andrea
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

e-Bike tour from Monopoli to the rocky village of S. Andrea

This 3.5-hour e-bike route unveils Monopoli's three distinct personalities: medieval town centre, rural hinterland, and dramatic coastline. You'll glide through groves of ancient olives and quiet backroads, explore Monopoli's labyrinthine old quarter on foot, then venture into a remarkable stone settlement carved within a natural ravine—a pocket of local heritage where guides share regional tales. The final stretch hugs the shoreline, revealing hidden coves and rocky inlets. A local leader manages navigation and pacing throughout, letting you absorb the landscape without worrying about logistics.

3h 30mfrom AUD $78
eMTB Rental in Palermo
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

eMTB Rental in Palermo

Rent a modern Atala electric mountain bike for 24 hours and explore Palermo under your own steam. The Bosch-powered rig handles Sicilian terrain with adjustable assistance across four levels, delivering roughly 100 kilometres per charge. Aluminium frame, 27.5-inch or 29-inch wheels, nine gears. Optional hotel collection and return included. Helmet provided. You'll need decent fitness and a clear bill of health.

1 dayfrom AUD $77
Rome: E-Bike Appian Way, Aqueducts & Cecilia Metella Mausoleum VR
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

Rome: E-Bike Appian Way, Aqueducts & Cecilia Metella Mausoleum VR

Ride an e-bike along the ancient Appian Way from dawn, bypassing Rome's chaotic streets entirely. Your local guide leads you through two millennia of engineering: the soaring Claudian Aqueduct arches, then the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, where VR goggles reconstruct how the monument and adjacent castle looked two thousand years ago. Three and a half hours of cobblestones, countryside, and technology colliding.

3h 30mfrom AUD $121
underground escape room
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

underground escape room

Puzzle your way through a subterranean challenge set within Matera's ancient cave system. This one-hour escape room takes groups of 4–8 into the stone depths, where logic tests and mysteries await. Whether you're dodging summer heat or winter chill, it's a chance to pit your wits against intricate puzzles whilst exploring what lies beneath the city's famous tufa architecture.

1 hourfrom AUD $133
Paragliding flight over the Gardens of Ninfa
★ 5.0 (9)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Paragliding flight over the Gardens of Ninfa

Launch into the sky above Lazio's most enchanting medieval garden on a tandem paragliding flight with a certified instructor. You'll float silently over the restored ruins and water features of Ninfa, suspended by thermals rather than engine noise, for roughly an hour of uninterrupted aerial perspective. It's adrenaline without the crash—a genuinely peaceful way to see the landscape transform beneath you, all equipment and insurance included.

1 hourfrom AUD $216
3 Hour Horse Ride to a Castle for Wine Tasting and snack Lunch
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

3 Hour Horse Ride to a Castle for Wine Tasting and snack Lunch

Saddle up for a three-hour ride through the Chianti hills south of Florence, then trade your boots for a wine glass at a working estate. You'll start with basic instruction suited to riders of any level, canter past vineyards and cypress groves, then dismount for lunch and a guided tasting of the region's finest. The full outing runs seven hours, including transfers from your meeting point.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1149
Vespa Tour in Umbria Spello and Assisi with Pic Nic
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

Vespa Tour in Umbria Spello and Assisi with Pic Nic

Ride a Vespa through Umbria's hilltop villages and countryside, starting from Bevagna with a route briefing before heading to the medieval streets of Spello. You'll climb through olive groves and woodland on Monte Subasio Regional Park's quiet roads, pausing mid-journey for a picnic lunch with local produce. The route finishes in Assisi before descending back to the valley. Five to six hours total, sharing one scooter per pair.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $208
Self driven private audioguided Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

Self driven private audioguided Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour

Ride your own Vespa along Italy's Amalfi Coast for 5.5 hours, navigating coastal roads from Positano through Furore Fjord to Amalfi. An audio guide downloads to your phone beforehand, delivering commentary at your own pace as you twist through clifftop villages and terraced viewpoints. You'll need a valid driving licence and solid scooter experience—staff assess your skills before departure. Pick-up from Naples, Sorrento or Positano depending on your starting point.

5h 30mfrom AUD $350
Horseback riding in the hills of Montepulciano in Tuscany
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

Horseback riding in the hills of Montepulciano in Tuscany

Ride through the rolling Tuscan countryside surrounding Montepulciano with David and Lea, two horse enthusiasts who know their animals intimately and the landscape's lesser-known stories. This one-hour ride balances genuine downtime with discovery, threading through quiet valleys and hilltop vistas that most visitors miss. You'll move at a pace that suits your riding ability, whether you're finding your rhythm or already confident in the saddle.

1 hourfrom AUD $133
From Taormina or Messina: Body Rafting Alcantara river with Lunch
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

From Taormina or Messina: Body Rafting Alcantara river with Lunch

Float through Sicily's dramatic Alcantara gorge, carved by Mount Etna's ancient lava and sculpted by the river's force over millennia. This five- to six-hour private adventure puts you directly in the water, sliding through narrow basalt channels and discovering rock pools inaccessible from land. You'll wear protective gear and move with a qualified instructor, then dry off with a proper Sicilian lunch of local antipasti and pasta alla Norma at a traditional restaurant near Taormina or Messina.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $441
Mt. Etna Cycling to the Top small group
★ 5.0 (9)
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Italy

Mt. Etna Cycling to the Top small group

Pedal up Europe's most active volcano on an e-bike, climbing through Etna's protected slopes where ancient lava fields give way to dense pine forest. This three-hour small-group ride takes you across blackened terrain and into the summit zone, where views sweep across to the Ionian Sea below. The electric assist handles the gradient, leaving you to soak in the otherworldly landscape shaped by millennia of eruptions.

3 hoursfrom AUD $150
Racing Experience - Test Drive Ferrari 458 on a Race Track Near Milan inc Video
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Racing Experience - Test Drive Ferrari 458 on a Race Track Near Milan inc Video

Get behind the wheel of a Ferrari 458 and complete three full laps on a racing circuit outside Milan. You'll experience the machine's 570 horsepower firsthand—feeling the grip through corners, the acceleration on straights, and hearing that legendary engine at full throttle. An onboard camera captures your run. The track day is tailored to your driving ability, whether you're a novice or experienced driver, and includes fuel and all fees.

15 minfrom AUD $566
Half-Day Horseback Ride in Tuscany for beginner riders
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Half-Day Horseback Ride in Tuscany for beginner riders

Spend two hours exploring the Tuscan countryside on horseback through woodlands, hilltop villages, and wildflower meadows. This small-group ride suits beginner riders keen to get comfortable in the saddle without previous experience required. A qualified guide leads the outing, providing helmets and handling all arrangements on-site. You'll need to arrange your own transport to the starting point, but parking is included.

2 hoursfrom AUD $167
Flight of the Devil Highest Giant Swing in Europe
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Flight of the Devil Highest Giant Swing in Europe

Strap in for Europe's tallest swing, perched 1,000 metres above Sicily's coastline near San Mauro Castelverde in Palermo province. You'll hurtle towards the Aeolian Islands, hitting 50 mph in under two seconds. This is pure adrenaline—twenty minutes of setup and swing, designed for those who want their heart racing with a view.

20 minfrom AUD $67
Body Rafting Gole Alcantara
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Body Rafting Gole Alcantara

Float and scramble down the Alcantara River gorge in Sicily, where millennia of water flow have carved a dramatic canyon lined with natural pools and rock formations. This two-hour body rafting adventure takes you through the Gurne dell'Alcantara on foot and in the water, navigating waterfalls and rapids in small groups. You'll wear protective gear and need basic fitness, but the payoff is direct contact with one of Italy's most sculptured landscapes.

2 hoursfrom AUD $75
Explore trulli and nature with your personal fitness coach
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Explore trulli and nature with your personal fitness coach

A 90-minute guided fitness session through Alberobello's distinctive trulli stone houses and the Valle d'Itria countryside. Your certified coach tailors the pace—running, power walking, or hiking—to suit your fitness level whilst navigating olive groves and authentic Puglian landscapes. Start at sunrise or sunset to beat crowds and return energised for the rest of your day. Hydration and navigation handled; you bring only your trainers and willingness.

1h 30mfrom AUD $25
Vespa tour from Polignano to Savelletri with octopus sandwich
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Vespa tour from Polignano to Savelletri with octopus sandwich

Ride a Vespa along Puglia's coastline between Polignano a Mare and Savelletri over three hours. The route hugs clifftops and rural roads, stopping for a swim at The Chapter's rocky coves, then pulling into Torre Canne for the region's signature octopus sandwich. The final leg rolls through Monopoli's tangled old town—whitewashed alleys, sea-facing churches, the working harbour—before heading back to your starting point. You'll eat and ride like a local.

3 hoursfrom AUD $108
Private Hot Air Balloon ride in Tuscany countryside from Chianti
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Private Hot Air Balloon ride in Tuscany countryside from Chianti

Launch at dawn from San Casciano in Val di Pesa for a one-hour flight across Chianti's rolling landscape. You'll drift above the vineyards, hilltop estates, and olive groves that define this corner of Tuscany, just half an hour from Florence. Touch down with prosecco and local fare to mark the landing.

3 hoursfrom AUD $2290
Valdobbiadene e-bike tour amongst vineyards UNESCO Prosecco Hills
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Valdobbiadene e-bike tour amongst vineyards UNESCO Prosecco Hills

Pedal through the UNESCO-listed Prosecco Hills around Conegliano and Valdobbiadene on an e-bike, rolling past terraced vineyards and hilltop villages over 3–5 hours. Modern electric bikes handle the undulating terrain effortlessly, letting you drift through the landscape without fighting the climbs. Stop at working wineries for tastings or grab lunch with views across the rolling slopes—both optional add-ons. Suits anyone with basic fitness; the motor does the heavy work.

3 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $98
E-bike excursion on Etna
★ 5.0 (8)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

E-bike excursion on Etna

Ride an electric mountain bike across Etna's southern slopes, exploring Europe's most active volcano on a two-hour guided tour. You'll pedal through recent lava fields, discover how locals once harvested ice from underground caves, and reach volcanic craters with a naturalist guide who knows the terrain intimately. The e-bikes handle the rough ground, so you focus on the geology and views rather than struggling uphill.

2 hoursfrom AUD $165
Chiunzi Pass loop by bicycle
★ 5.0 (8)
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Italy

Chiunzi Pass loop by bicycle

A challenging loop ride through the Amalfi Coast hinterland starting from Amalfi, climbing steeply to the hilltop town of Ravello, then ascending further on quiet mountain roads before descending via a different route towards Maiori with a coastal finish. The 3–7 hour ride suits cyclists with moderate fitness; e-bikes make the steep sections manageable. You'll tackle genuine climbs, discover serene backroad sections, and finish with coastal views.

3 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $146
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