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Private Tour Pompeii, Vesuvius and Herculaneum

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tour Pompeii, Vesuvius and Herculaneum

Spend eight hours exploring the volcanic legacy of Vesuvius and its buried cities. This private tour takes you through the preserved streets of Pompeii and Herculaneum, then up to the crater rim itself. Comfortable air-conditioned transport gets you between sites, leaving you to focus on wandering the excavations and absorbing two thousand years of Roman life frozen in ash.

3-Hours Private Walking Tour in Pompeii with an Archaeologist

Walk through Pompeii's ruins with an archaeologist holding formal qualifications in ancient history. This three-hour private tour covers the city's significant structures—homes, public spaces, and lesser-known corners most visitors miss. Your guide brings scholarly expertise and genuine enthusiasm for Greco-Roman civilisation, and happily tailors the route to your interests. Ask whatever questions arise; they're equipped to explore them properly.

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.

From Bellagio 2 hours "Tailor Made" Private Boat Tour

Set your own course on Lake Como with a private 2-hour boat tour departing from Bellagio. Work with Captain Hellen or Captain Vol to chart a route—whether you're drawn to Nesso's dramatic waterfall, the pastel-hued cliffside village of Varenna, or the cinematic Villa del Balbianello and its neighbours. The comfortable powerboat gives you the vantage point locals know, and if a villa strikes your fancy, you can arrange a landing visit in advance.

Sorrento Coast - Small Group Sunset Boat Experience

A two-hour coastal voyage along Sorrento's shoreline timed to catch the sunset from the water. You'll cruise in a small group with a knowledgeable local skipper, stopping to swim in sheltered coves unreachable from land. Light appetisers and drinks feature throughout, with time to simply sit and watch the light change over the Mediterranean.

Renaissance Rome and Baroque Rome

A 2 hour 15 minute guided walk through Rome's Renaissance and Baroque heart, stopping at Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Your guide unpacks the architectural and political motivations behind each landmark, revealing how popes and artists shaped these spaces into masterpieces of urban design. Ideal for anyone wanting to understand Rome beyond postcards.

Rome Cooking Class: Make Authentic Pasta & Tiramisù in Trastevere

Roll up your sleeves in a Trastevere kitchen to hand-craft fettuccine and tiramisù alongside a Roman chef. Over three hours, you'll master the fundamentals of two iconic dishes, pair them with Italian wine, then sit down to eat what you've made. This isn't theatre—it's a working lesson in how Romans actually cook, delivered in the neighbourhood where they live.

Padre Pio and St. Michael the Archangel Private Tour from Rome

Spend a full day tracing two pivotal sites in Catholic devotion: San Giovanni Rotondo, birthplace of Padre Pio and home to the Capuchin Monastery where he bore the stigmata in 1918, and Monte Sant'Angelo, site of the 5th-century Sanctuary of the Archangel Michael built within a grotto said to have been consecrated by divine hand rather than human blessing. Travel by private car with an English-speaking guide from Rome, visiting the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, the Chiesa Grande, Pio's museum and crypt, plus lunch included. Twelve to fourteen hours round trip.

12 hours – 14 hoursfrom AUD $2165

Sunset excursion from Tropea to Capo Vaticano with aperitif

★ 5.0 (19)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Sunset excursion from Tropea to Capo Vaticano with aperitif

Chase the sun from Tropea along the Calabrian coast to Capo Vaticano on a quick speedboat run. Two hours of coastline exploration with multiple stops for swimming, snorkelling gear included, and prosecco to mark the occasion. Newer vessels with proper shade and seating mean comfort matters here—no cramped benches or endless sun exposure.

Exclusive Private Tour: San Foca - Otranto by Boat (4 Hours)!

A private boat tour departing San Foca that traces the Adriatic limestone cliffs and hidden bays toward Otranto over four hours. Your captain navigates a small group (maximum seven people) to three designated swimming spots: the dramatic twin rock formations at Torre dell'Orso, the sheltered Baia del Bastimento, and the cave-studded Baia del Mulino d'Acqua with its pale sand shelf. Between swims you'll drift past jagged wild coastline and secluded anchorages that see few visitors. Refreshments and photographs included.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1049

Shared trip with fishing and visit the beauty of Capri island

★ 5.0 (19)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Shared trip with fishing and visit the beauty of Capri island

This seven-hour shared fishing expedition departs from Sorrento and takes you around Capri by boat, combining deep-sea angling with island exploration. You'll fish at 200-metre depths for pezzogna, a prized white fish, visit sea caves, and swim in crystalline waters. Your skipper shares local knowledge and fishing methods throughout. The day culminates in a freshly prepared lunch featuring your catch paired with Italian sides, eaten aboard as you relax in sun or shade.

7 hoursfrom AUD $225

From Verona: Madonna della Corona Shrine Day Trip

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

From Verona: Madonna della Corona Shrine Day Trip

This five-hour day trip from Verona takes you into the Valdadige valley to visit Madonna della Corona, a sanctuary built into a dramatic clifftside. You'll hike a mountain trail to reach the church, explore its sacred grounds, then settle in at a local osteria for lunch featuring regional specialties and wine. An English-speaking guide accompanies you throughout, with minivan transport included.

Capri and Blue Grotto by Gozzo Boat and Anacapri from Naples

Depart Naples by jetfoil to Capri, then explore the island's coastal caves and rock formations aboard a traditional gozzo boat—the White Grotto, Green Grotto, and the famous Blue Grotto weather permitting. Swim in turquoise waters around the Faraglioni Rocks, ascend Mount Solaro by chairlift from Anacapri for panoramic views, grab lunch, then wander Capri's main piazza before returning to Naples by funicular and jetfoil. Eight hours total, mixing boat time with island exploration.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1132

Food Experience at our Farm in Noto Hills

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Food Experience at our Farm in Noto Hills

Spend three and a half hours at a working Sicilian farm in Noto Hills learning how three generations grow olives, almonds, citrus, and carobs. You'll taste dishes built from what's harvested on the property—olive oil pressed on-site, bread baked fresh, jams made from their own fruit—and drink their wine. It's a straightforward look at where Mediterranean food actually comes from, run by people who've been doing this for decades.

Authentic Lasagna and Fettuccine Pasta Making Class in Rome

Spend two hours in Rome's Ponte Milvio neighbourhood rolling out fresh pasta with a local chef. You'll make fettuccine and lasagna from the ground up using ingredients Romans keep in their own pantries, then sit down to eat what you've cooked alongside a glass of wine or soft drink. The class welcomes families, works around vegetarian diets, and sends you home with recipes to replicate the meal back home.

Wine tasting in Lucca "at home" with expert sommelier - 5 wines

Simone Vergamini, Tuscany's award-winning sommelier, brings a curated wine experience to your accommodation in or around Lucca. Over 90 minutes, you'll taste five organic wines from small regional producers—sparkling, white, rosé, and two reds—paired with local cheese, bread, focaccia and olive oil. Vergamini handles setup and service, leaving uncorked bottles behind so you can continue enjoying them throughout your stay.

1h 30mfrom AUD $95

Special Tour: Etna, Savoca and Taormina With Luxury Van

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Special Tour: Etna, Savoca and Taormina With Luxury Van

This six to eight-hour tour takes you across Sicily's Ionian coast in a comfortable air-conditioned van, threading together three distinct destinations. You'll stand before Mount Etna's dramatic slopes, explore the hilltop village of Savoca where Godfather scenes were shot, and wander Taormina's medieval streets lined with local eateries and craft stalls. A condensed way to sample the region's geology, cinema heritage and coastal charm without the usual tourist pace.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $331

Valdorcia & Brunello Ebike Experience Tour

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Valdorcia & Brunello Ebike Experience Tour

Ride through Valdorcia's rolling hills on electric bike, following ancient pilgrim trails across a UNESCO-protected landscape. You'll visit a working winery to taste Brunello di Montalcino, enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch, and have time to explore a local town. A six-hour guided experience with a qualified outdoor guide, covering some of Italy's most distinctive countryside without requiring serious fitness.

Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting & Sightseeing in Venice

A 4-hour guided walk through Venice's food quarter, anchored at the Rialto Market. Your local guide steers you past working fishmongers and produce stalls, then into tucked-away bacari bars where you'll taste cicchetti (Venetian small plates) paired with regional wines. The tour weaves food history with actual stops—you'll see the Rialto Bridge, Marco Polo's former home, and the Grand Canal—while eating your way through what locals have eaten for centuries.

Historical Cellar Visit and Wine Tasting in Salento

Explore Castel di Salve, a fourth-generation winery spanning 31 hectares across lower Salento. Founded in 1885, this family operation maintains its heritage by cultivating native grapes—Verdeca, Negroamaro, Malvasia Nera di Lecce and Primitivo—across the historic Masseria Bosco Belvedere estate and satellite vineyards. The 90-minute visit takes you through the cellars and includes tastings of wines crafted for clarity and finesse, with the Winspeare family philosophy woven through every bottle.

Aegadian Islands Private Tour: Favignana Levanzo with Lunch from Trapani

Spend eight hours exploring the Aegadian Islands aboard a 12-seat rigid inflatable boat departing from Trapani. Visit Favignana's hidden coves—Cala Azzurra, Bue Marino, Cala Rossa and the Grotto of Lovers—before heading to Levanzo's secluded beaches. Snorkel in the Marine Protected Area, tuck into a spread of Sicilian specialities at sea, then wind down with aperitivos as the sun softens. A proper day on the water with locals who know every inlet.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1347

Golf Cart tour with English speaking driver guide (3h/5h)

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Golf Cart tour with English speaking driver guide (3h/5h)

Navigate Rome's ancient heart by private golf cart with an English-speaking driver, departing from your hotel and returning there after. This three to five-hour customisable tour covers major historical monuments within the Aurelian Walls at a leisurely pace. You set the stops and duration at each site; your driver remains with the vehicle whilst you explore. Optional: add a licensed guide (€250 cash, three hours) who'll walk you through interiors and provide expert context.

2 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $333

Lessons in Mini-Group - 2 hours a day - Skiing

★ 5.0 (19)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Lessons in Mini-Group - 2 hours a day - Skiing

Spend 12 hours across multiple days learning to ski in Livigno with a qualified instructor who tailors lessons to your pace. Rather than herding you through a large group, these small-cohort sessions focus on building genuine progress and confidence. Your instructor draws on continuous training in both technique and how people actually learn, creating a relaxed environment where improvement sticks. You'll develop solid fundamentals while getting to know your teacher as a real person rather than just a guide.

12 hoursfrom AUD $300

Food Tour in Trastevere Taste the Real Rome

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Food Tour in Trastevere Taste the Real Rome

Spend three and a half hours eating your way through Trastevere's cobbled lanes with a knowledgeable local guide. You'll taste cured meats, supplì, fresh pasta, pastries and gelato at neighbourhood spots that have fed Romans for generations. The tour winds through medieval squares and past centuries-old churches, finishing in Piazza Santa Maria where locals actually gather, not just tourists.

Lake Como private boat tour 1H

A one-hour private boat journey across Lake Como's northern basin, narrated by a skipper who grew up on the water. You'll glide past the grand villas and luxury hotels that have drawn the wealthy and famous for generations, learning local stories and film trivia along the way. Prosecco and refreshments included. Flexible departure times to suit your schedule.

Transfer from/to Naples

Direct car transfer between Naples and your destination, handling the hour or two between airport and accommodation without fuss. You'll travel in a spacious Mercedes V-Class with a knowledgeable English-speaking driver who knows the local roads. The vehicle seats up to seven passengers comfortably with air conditioning, leather seats and a generous boot for luggage—perfect if you're arriving with cases or leaving with souvenirs.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $293

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Amalfi Drive from Naples

A private eight-hour coastal loop from Naples takes you through three villages that define the Amalfi's character. Your own driver handles the winding roads whilst you absorb Positano's stacked pastel buildings and sheltered beaches, explore Amalfi's medieval streets and thousand-year maritime legacy, then climb to Ravello's clifftop perch for views that stretch across the entire coast. Port or station pickup included.

Private Colosseum Special Arena First Entry with Roman Forum

Arrive at Rome's [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) before general crowds and walk the Arena Floor where gladiators fought, examining how this engineering feat was actually built. Your private guide then leads you through the Roman Forum's temples, markets, and civic buildings, including the Basilica of Maxentius and Arch of Constantine, before climbing Palatine Hill. Three hours to grasp how daily life unfolded across these interconnected ancient sites.

Guided Tour of the Historic Attractions of Lecce Private

Explore Lecce's baroque heart on two wheels or in a pedal-rickshaw, guided by a local expert across 1–3 hours. Spin past the Roman amphitheatre at Piazza Sant'Oronzo, the intricate Basilica of Santa Croce, and the cathedral square, stopping to taste local gelato, bruschetta and wine. Pick your own departure time—morning, afternoon or evening—and enjoy a tailored route at a pace that suits your group.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom AUD $100

★ 5.0 (19)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Walking Tour in small groups in English

Explore Turin's layered past and present on a guided two-hour walk through compact groups. A local guide steers you past baroque palaces, hidden courtyards and the city's most compelling corners—the kinds of details you'd miss alone. Savoy estates, sprawling piazzas and lesser-known alleyways with their own peculiar histories form the route, designed for travellers who want a real sense of place, not just landmarks.

2 hoursfrom AUD $83

Unusual Rome - Rome Private Driving Tour

★ 5.0 (19)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Unusual Rome - Rome Private Driving Tour

Skip the queues at Rome's obvious landmarks and explore the neighbourhoods locals actually inhabit. This seven-hour private driving tour focuses on lesser-known squares, hilltop views, and tucked-away churches that reveal the city's layered history. Your driver navigates whilst you sit back and absorb commentary on Renaissance fountains, Renaissance palaces, and quieter spiritual spaces—ideal for returning visitors who've already ticked the boxes.

Transfer Civitavecchia Port

Direct private car service from Civitavecchia cruise port to your destination in the Lazio region, taking roughly 1 hour 45 minutes. English, Italian and Spanish-speaking drivers operate authorised vehicles with port-side pickup permits, meaning collection happens at the terminal itself rather than the distant coach station. Air-conditioned comfort, onboard WiFi, and all fees covered in the fare.

Sculpt like Michelangelo

Work directly with sculptor Octavio Palomino in his Italian atelier to carve stone yourself. This two-hour private session teaches you stone-carving fundamentals whilst discovering the techniques behind Renaissance masterworks. You'll handle professional tools, shape actual stone, and leave with a piece you've created. Sessions run mornings (10am–1pm) or evenings (2–5pm, 5:30–8:30pm), scheduled around your availability.

Private Day Tour in Rome with Driver - from Your Hotel

Your driver collects you from your Rome hotel at 8 AM for an eight-hour private tour hitting the city's heavyweight sites—ancient ruins, basilicas, piazzas—without the walking fatigue. You'll travel in a climate-controlled Mercedes with an English-speaking driver who knows the shortcuts and stories. It's efficient sightseeing for those wanting Rome's essentials without joining a group or navigating public transport.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1282

Sicilian cuisine with the Loredana chef and visit the bell tower

★ 5.0 (19)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Sicilian cuisine with the Loredana chef and visit the bell tower

Roll up your sleeves in chef Loredana's kitchen to craft an authentic Sicilian spread from scratch, learning time-honoured techniques passed down through generations. You'll spend two hours preparing dishes, then step out for a quick walk to admire Messina's bell tower before returning to sit down and eat what you've just made. The full experience runs four hours and wraps with lunch, wine, and the satisfaction of having cooked it yourself.

Transfer from Naples to Sorrento

Private car or van whisks you from Naples to Sorrento in around 80 minutes. Choose between a sedan for up to three travellers or a van for up to eight. Your driver meets you at your nominated point and handles the coastal drive whilst you settle in. Air-conditioned comfort throughout. One checked bag per person plus a carry-on keeps luggage straightforward.

Rome: Underground Secrets and Mysteries Private Tour

Descend through three distinct periods of Roman history on the Caelian Hill, starting at the Basilica of San Clemente where you'll explore a 12th-century basilica, an early Christian church beneath it, and a 1st-century Roman residential complex at ground level. Your blue-badge guide then takes you to the Roman Houses on the adjacent Celio Hill, revealing frescoed rooms and domestic spaces frozen in time. This three-hour private tour pieces together how Rome's layers literally stack upon one another, each stratum marking a different era of occupation.

Rialto Market & Seafood Cooking Class in Murano

Shop the Rialto fish market alongside a local guide, hand-pick the catch of the day, then cross the Canal Grande by gondola to a private kitchen overlooking the water. You'll prepare a three-course meal with professional guidance, paired with prosecco and wine. This three-hour experience transforms you from observer to Venetian cook, proving that seafood tastes entirely different when you've sourced it yourself and prepared it in a local's kitchen.

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

Transfer from Venice Airport (VCE) to Trieste

★ 5.0 (19)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Transfer from Venice Airport (VCE) to Trieste

Direct minivan transfer whisking you from Venice's Marco Polo Airport to Trieste in roughly two hours. Collected at arrivals and delivered to your accommodation or chosen address, this small-group service seats up to seven passengers in a climate-controlled vehicle. Transparent pricing means no surprises at journey's end.

2 hoursfrom AUD $300

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