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Tours in Italy

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Boatparty Shared Tour on Lake Como–2 Hours of Villas, Wine & Swim
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Boatparty Shared Tour on Lake Como–2 Hours of Villas, Wine & Swim

A two-hour shared boat tour departing from Argegno that glides past Lake Como's most recognisable villas and stops at Comacina Island for swimming. You'll cruise the dramatic Orrido di Nesso gorge, see Villa Balbianello (a James Bond filming location), Villa Cassinella, and Villa Balbiano before anchoring at the island for a dip with Prosecco in hand. The captain keeps the atmosphere relaxed and sociable, making it easy to meet fellow travellers or simply unwind with your companions.

2 hoursfrom AUD $200
Rome to Civitavecchia Port - Private Transfer
5.0 (17)
✈️ Transfers
Italy

Rome to Civitavecchia Port - Private Transfer

Skip the transport stress before your cruise. This private transfer whisks you from Rome to Civitavecchia Port in a climate-controlled Mercedes, taking roughly 75 minutes door-to-door. Your driver meets you on arrival, handles the port paperwork, and gets you to the gangway with time to spare. The fleet scales from solo travellers to groups of seven, available round the clock.

1h 15mfrom AUD $450
Rome Tour Navona Pantheon Entry Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps
5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Rome Tour Navona Pantheon Entry Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps

Walk through Rome's most celebrated piazzas and monuments on a guided tour spanning roughly two hours. You'll start at Navona's fountain-filled square, gain priority entry to the Pantheon to stand beneath its ancient dome, visit Hadrian's Temple ruins, access the water level at Trevi Fountain for unobstructed photos, and finish at the Spanish Steps. A guide with headset amplification steers you through layers of baroque and classical history across central Rome.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $80
Ice cream workshop with tasting and gluten free aperitif
5.0 (17)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Ice cream workshop with tasting and gluten free aperitif

Learn to hand-craft savoury gelato from an artisan in Italy over two hours, then sit down to pair your creation with cured meats, aged cheeses, toasted bread and wine. You'll explore how traditional Italian ingredients work alongside frozen custard, discovering combinations that locals have perfected. Dietary requirements—gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan—are all catered for, making this workshop accessible whether you eat everything or follow specific needs.

2 hoursfrom AUD $117
Private Padua Highlights Tour including Scrovegni Chapel and St Antonio Basilic
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Private Padua Highlights Tour including Scrovegni Chapel and St Antonio Basilic

A 4-hour private guided walk through Padua's medieval and Renaissance heart. Start at Prato della Valle, Europe's sprawling civic plaza, then venture into the city's religious and intellectual landmarks. You'll explore the Basilica of Sant'Antonio, Giotto's frescoed Scrovegni Chapel, the bustling market squares of [Piazza delle Erbe](/places/piazza-delle-erbe-italy) and Piazza della Frutta with their imposing Palazzo della Ragione, the University of Padua and its botanical gardens, finishing near the historic Caffè Pedrocchi. Your expert local guide unpacks centuries of art, politics and learning along the way.

4 hoursfrom AUD $530
Private tour to discover Lecce
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Private tour to discover Lecce

A 2-hour private walking tour through Lecce's Baroque heart in southern Italy. Your guide reveals centuries of Mediterranean cultural layering through the city's ornate stone facades, gilded palaces, and richly decorated church interiors. Coffee or tea included. The tour adapts to your interests—contact ahead to shape the route around what captivates you most.

2 hoursfrom AUD $300
Snorkeling in Ustica (observation of marine flora and fauna)
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Snorkeling in Ustica (observation of marine flora and fauna)

Explore Ustica's underwater reserve with mask and snorkel, watching fish navigate their habitat and interact with one another. This one-hour snorkel reveals how marine creatures communicate, hunt, and survive in their ecosystem. You'll spot colourful species and plants thriving in protected waters off the Italian coast. No experience needed—rentals are available if you haven't brought your own gear.

1 hourfrom AUD $25
Cook & Dine in Rome: Pizza, Ravioli & Gelato with Unlimited Wine
5.0 (17)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Cook & Dine in Rome: Pizza, Ravioli & Gelato with Unlimited Wine

Spend three hours in a working Roman kitchen learning to shape pizza dough, fold ravioli by hand, and churn gelato whilst a chef guides you through each stage. You'll cook alongside other food-curious travellers, pour unlimited wine throughout, and sit down to eat everything you've made. Walk out with written recipes and the muscle memory to reproduce these dishes at home.

3 hoursfrom AUD $208
Private Transfer from Fiumicino Airport to Rome
5.0 (17)
✈️ Transfers
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Private Transfer from Fiumicino Airport to Rome

A private car whisks you from Fiumicino Airport into Rome's centre, cutting through the chaos of shared shuttles and public transport queues. Your driver collects you from arrivals, handles your luggage, and delivers you straight to your accommodation or starting point. The journey typically takes 30 minutes to an hour depending on traffic. The car is air-conditioned and equipped with WiFi, giving you breathing room to check messages or map your first evening as you settle into the city.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $117
Pompeii Private Tour with expert local guide
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Pompeii Private Tour with expert local guide

A two-hour private tour of Pompeii's most significant archaeological sites led by a knowledgeable local guide. You'll walk through the preserved Roman city, learning how residents lived before Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. The itinerary focuses on key buildings and structures but can be adjusted to match your interests, whether that's domestic life, public spaces, or specific architectural details.

2 hoursfrom AUD $316
Pasta, Tiramisù & Gelato | Cooking Experience in Garbatella
5.0 (17)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Pasta, Tiramisù & Gelato | Cooking Experience in Garbatella

Roll up your sleeves in a Garbatella kitchen for three hours of proper Italian cooking. You'll knead and shape fresh pasta, layer up tiramisu, and churn gelato from scratch. Start with an aperitivo, cook alongside your host, then sit down to eat what you've made whilst washing it down with wine and coffee. Designed for groups wanting to cook, eat, and genuinely enjoy themselves together.

3 hoursfrom AUD $158
Walking tour in the Heart of Rome and a Cooking Class in a Very Small Group
5.0 (17)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Walking tour in the Heart of Rome and a Cooking Class in a Very Small Group

Spend four hours walking Rome's most storied piazzas and landmarks with a knowledgeable guide, then head to a neighbourhood restaurant to learn pasta-making from a chef steeped in Roman tradition. Small groups (maximum eight people) mean you'll get genuine conversation rather than megaphone commentary. You'll visit the Pantheon, Hadrian's temple, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and the Spanish Steps before rolling up your sleeves to craft fresh pasta by hand. Finish with a three-course meal featuring your own handiwork.

4 hoursfrom AUD $198
Kids treasure hunt in Uffizi museum Private, timed entry!
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Kids treasure hunt in Uffizi museum Private, timed entry!

A two-hour private treasure hunt through the Uffizi Gallery designed to keep children engaged and curious. Your guide, experienced in child-focused tours, leads the group on a quest through the galleries, solving puzzles and uncovering stories that make the paintings and sculptures come alive. Kids take the lead while parents enjoy watching them discover art on their own terms. Game materials provided; Uffizi entry tickets (€30 adults, €4 under-18s) arranged separately.

2 hoursfrom AUD $150
2 Hours and 30 Minutes Private Tour Lake Como
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

2 Hours and 30 Minutes Private Tour Lake Como

A private boat tour of Lake Como lasting two and a half hours, piloted by captains with genuine affection for the water. You'll cruise past grand villas clinging to the shoreline and navigate into hidden coves only accessible by water. The route takes in Nesso's waterfall, the villages of Blevio, Torno, Faggeto and Pognana, then crosses to Laglio, Moltrasio and Cernobbio before returning to Como. Swimming in the lake is yours to enjoy if you fancy it.

2h 30mfrom AUD $1049
Tour of the Spanish Quarters and the monumental centre of Naples
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Tour of the Spanish Quarters and the monumental centre of Naples

Navigate Naples' gritty heart and grand facades on this 2–2.5 hour walk through the Spanish Quarters' tight alleys, where street art and Maradona shrines reflect local culture, then emerge onto the sweeping boulevards of the monumental centre. You'll pass the Royal Palace, Maschio Angioino Castle, the San Carlo opera house and Piazza Plebiscito, ending at the waterfront promenade. A guide leads you through working neighbourhoods and neoclassical plazas that define the city.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $220
Ortigia and Plemmirio Island Tour at Sunset
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Ortigia and Plemmirio Island Tour at Sunset

Sail around Syracuse's Ortigia island at sunset, taking in centuries of fortifications and natural landmarks from the water. This 3-hour circuit loops past the Bourbon-era prison, Vigliena and Maniace castles, Spanish defensive walls, and the Aretusa spring before heading to the Plemmirio reserve and its Gulf of Pillirina. You'll get commentary on what you're seeing, bathroom breaks ashore, and a steady flow of prosecco, wine, and water to sip as the light changes.

3 hoursfrom AUD $117
Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Taormina, Naxos, Isolabella, Castelmola Tour
5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Taormina, Naxos, Isolabella, Castelmola Tour

Make the most of a brief Messina port stop with this 5–6 hour loop through Sicily's northeastern coast. You'll visit the clifftop town of Taormina, the beach settlement of Naxos, the rocky Isolabella islet, and the hilltop village of Castelmola, hitting ancient sites, dramatic coastlines, and medieval architecture without rushing. Air-conditioned transport and bottled water included; entrance fees and food are separate.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $250
Classic Elegance: Vintage Fiat 500 Cabriolet Rome Tour
5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Classic Elegance: Vintage Fiat 500 Cabriolet Rome Tour

Roll through Rome's backstreets and grand piazzas in a restored Fiat 500 convertible, complete with driver and guide. This two-hour tour stitches together Janiculum Hill's sweeping vistas, St. Peter's Basilica, and the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum) into a single run. You'll sip drinks whilst your guide unpacks the history behind each stop, all from a car that feels like it stepped out of a 1960s film. Light on walking, heavy on atmosphere.

2 hoursfrom AUD $265
Welcome to Bologna! Private Walking Tour
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Welcome to Bologna! Private Walking Tour

A 2 hour 40 minute guided walk through Bologna's historic core led by a certified local. You'll uncover the stories woven into the city's architecture and streets, moving from Renaissance palaces to hidden corners where locals live. The tour finishes at the medieval market quarter, where your guide offers genuine recommendations for where to eat, based on what's actually good and seasonal rather than tourist fixtures.

2h 40mfrom AUD $266
2 Hours Private Boat Tour Isola Bella Taormina Giardini Naxos
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

2 Hours Private Boat Tour Isola Bella Taormina Giardini Naxos

Charter a private boat for two hours exploring the Sicilian coast between Taormina and Giardini Naxos. Your group of up to eight glides past dramatic cliffsides, hidden grottoes and Isola Bella whilst swimming in secluded coves. The crew supplies fresh fruit, prosecco and almond paste between stops, or you can extend the outing with a full lunch service aboard. Perfect for celebrating with friends or family on the Ionian Sea.

2 hoursfrom AUD $666
The Essence of Rome , stories and tasting
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

The Essence of Rome , stories and tasting

A three-hour guided walk through Rome led by a native storyteller who weaves together the city's grand monuments and hidden corners. You'll move at a leisurely pace through layered neighbourhoods, hearing accounts rooted in lived experience rather than guidebook facts. Stops include tastings of authentic Roman pizza—thin, crispy bases topped simply with tomato and olive oil—at a neighbourhood spot locals actually frequent.

3 hoursfrom AUD $75
Modena: Discover the Food, Market and Highlights of the City
5.0 (17)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Modena: Discover the Food, Market and Highlights of the City

A 2.5-hour walking tour through Modena's centre that weaves together architecture, artisanal production and regional eating. Begin at Piazza Grande with its medieval cathedral and tower, then move to a balsamic producer for a tasting session explaining centuries of ageing techniques. The route includes Mercato Albinelli's bustling food stalls, a glass of Lambrusco with local cured meats, a sit-down pasta course at a neighbourhood restaurant, and a final gelato in Piazza Mazzini after learning about the city's layered past.

2h 30mfrom AUD $148
Capri by Sea Private Boat Excursion
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Capri by Sea Private Boat Excursion

Sail around Capri on a private boat for six hours, steering your own itinerary past dramatic limestone cliffs, the Faraglioni stacks, and hidden swimming spots. The Blue Grotto's ethereal blue light is optional (€18 entry). Your local skipper adjusts the route based on what draws you—linger at secluded coves, snorkel in crystalline shallows, or simply drift past towering sea stacks. Bring an appetite; lunch isn't included, though beer and Prosecco are on offer.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1549
Best of Rome & Vatican Skip the line Private Tour
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Best of Rome & Vatican Skip the line Private Tour

A seven-hour private tour combining the Vatican's masterpieces with Rome's iconic landmarks. Your driver collects you from your hotel at 9am and whisks you through the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter's Basilica with an official guide, then navigates you past Navona Square, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), and Circus Maximus. Your English-speaking driver provides historical context en route and handles all logistics, whilst you decide the pace between sites.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1102
Verona Private Walking Tour with Arena Access & Juliet’s Balcony
5.0 (17)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Verona Private Walking Tour with Arena Access & Juliet’s Balcony

Explore Verona's layered past with a private guide who shapes the route to suit you. Over two and a half hours, you'll move through the city's architectural spine—from the thunderous Roman Arena to Shakespeare's famous balcony, plus medieval squares, Renaissance courtyards, and ancient bridges. Your guide unpacks each location's story without the noise of a group, and you can pivot toward artisan studios or galleries if something catches your eye. It's history at walking pace, on your terms.

2h 30mfrom AUD $300
Positano Private Sunset Tour
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Positano Private Sunset Tour

Sail the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) at dusk aboard a private boat departing Positano, heading towards Praiano with curated stops for photography. The 90-minute voyage includes a pause at Fiordo di Furore where you'll sip prosecco and nibble snacks while the light turns golden. Your captain doubles as photographer, helping capture the dramatic coastline. The boat has a cabin, galley, toilet, and onboard wifi to share your shots instantly.

1h 30mfrom AUD $749
Drive Amalfi Coast with Pickup
5.0 (17)
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Drive Amalfi Coast with Pickup

Eight hours traversing the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) by private vehicle with driver pickup from your hotel or designated point. You'll navigate the dramatic coastal road and explore the trio of celebrated villages—Amalfi, Positano and Ravello—at your own pace. The driver handles tolls and logistics while you absorb the scenery, lemon groves and Mediterranean light. This is a self-guided discovery rather than a shepherded tour, giving you freedom to linger where you choose.

8 hoursfrom AUD $469
Private Boat Tour at Sunset on the Amalfi Coast
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Private Boat Tour at Sunset on the Amalfi Coast

A two-hour private boat journey along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) timed for sunset, piloted by Giovanni, a local skipper who navigates to quieter coves and lesser-known stretches of coastline. The calm evening waters make for gentle cruising, with few other vessels around, creating an unhurried atmosphere to take in the dramatic cliffs and hidden beaches. Snorkelling gear, refreshments and limoncello are provided.

2 hoursfrom AUD $1066
Private Boat Tour " Nerano, Positano and Amalfi " from Sorrento
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Private Boat Tour " Nerano, Positano and Amalfi " from Sorrento

Depart Sorrento by private boat for eight hours exploring the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most celebrated stretches. You'll navigate to Nerano's luminous waters, Positano's stacked pastel villages, and Amalfi's historic core, with multiple swimming and snorkelling stops en route. Skip the shore crowds entirely—your skipper handles all navigation whilst you float past sea cliffs, hidden grottoes, and coves unreachable by land. Lunch sourced from waterfront trattorias or eaten aboard.

8 hoursfrom AUD $566
Private transfer from Rome to Amalfi Coast, or vice versa
5.0 (17)
✈️ Transfers
Italy

Private transfer from Rome to Amalfi Coast, or vice versa

A private chauffeured journey spanning Rome to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) (or return) in a climate-controlled Mercedes or VW, typically 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic. Your bilingual Italian-English driver doubles as a local guide, weaving regional stories into the drive. The route pairs well with optional stops at Pompeii, Herculaneum, or Mt. Vesuvius, extending the day by 2–2.5 hours to transform transport into sightseeing.

from AUD $869
Private Boat Tour Sorrento to Positano & Amalfi–Typical Gozzo 850
5.0 (17)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Private Boat Tour Sorrento to Positano & Amalfi–Typical Gozzo 850

Explore the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most dramatic stretches by private gozzo, departing from Sorrento and sailing past Positano towards Amalfi. This seven-hour coastal voyage takes you past vertical cliffs and pastel villages, with multiple stops for swimming and snorkelling at your request. Your English-speaking skipper steers you round Punta Campanella and adjusts the route to match your preferences, whilst you move between deck and sea.

7 hoursfrom AUD $2998
Transfer from Naples to Positano/Sorrento via Pompeii or vice versa
5.0 (17)
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Italy

Transfer from Naples to Positano/Sorrento via Pompeii or vice versa

Private driven transfer between Naples and the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) (Positano or Sorrento) with a 2-hour stop at Pompeii's archaeological site. Your experienced driver navigates the 3.5-hour journey in a comfortable Mercedes, sharing local knowledge of the Campania region. The ruins visit is self-guided—you'll need to arrange a site ticket and optional archaeologist separately, but your driver can advise on how to make the most of your time there.

3h 30mfrom AUD $291
Private Transfer from Rome to Positano with Stop a Pompeii
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Private Transfer from Rome to Positano with Stop a Pompeii

Skip the hassle of train changes and packed buses. A private driver whisks you from Rome to Positano in a comfortable, air-conditioned car, pausing for roughly two hours at Pompeii so you can explore the preserved Roman city without backtracking later. You arrive refreshed on the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), ready to settle into your accommodation rather than scrambling to fit sightseeing in afterwards.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $892
Exclusive Cinque Terre by Ferry with stop in Pisa from Florence
5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Exclusive Cinque Terre by Ferry with stop in Pisa from Florence

A 12-hour journey from [Florence](/places/florence) that combines the UNESCO-listed [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre) villages with a Pisa stopover. Travel by ferry from La Spezia along the Ligurian coast, exploring the clifftop settlements of Manarola, Vernazzo and Monterosso al Mare. An experienced guide leads you through narrow streets lined with pastel buildings, whilst lunch pairs traditional seafood and focaccia with local [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre) wines grown on vertiginous terraced slopes.

12 hoursfrom AUD $964
Lucca - Wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli
5.0 (16)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Lucca - Wine tasting at Tenuta Mareli

Taste organic and biodynamic wines produced on the hills around Lucca at Tenuta Mareli. This 90-minute experience includes a walk through the vineyard, a look inside the cellar and tasting rooms, then a seated tasting of four wines paired with local cheeses and crusty bread, plus the estate's extra virgin olive oil and four varieties of honey. The family owner explains their natural winemaking philosophy and production methods whilst you sample.

1h 30mfrom AUD $50
Skip the line, Don't skip the David
5.0 (16)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Skip the line, Don't skip the David

Manuela, an official [Florence](/places/florence) guide, leads you through Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery with expert insight into the Renaissance masterpiece's significance and the artist's revolutionary techniques. This one-hour tour unpacks why this marble figure remains central to art history, answering questions about Michelangelo's vision and working methods. You'll gain context that transforms a quick gallery visit into genuine understanding of a pivotal moment in sculpture.

1 hourfrom AUD $50
Private Transfer from Naples to Pompei or Vice Versa
5.0 (16)
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Private Transfer from Naples to Pompei or Vice Versa

Door-to-door private car service between Naples and Pompei, operating around the clock. Your certified driver handles all logistics—collection and drop-off at your chosen spots—leaving you free to relax before or after exploring the archaeological site. The journey takes 30–50 minutes depending on traffic. Air-conditioned comfort, onboard WiFi, and parking all sorted. You'll need to arrange your own site tickets and guide if you want one.

30 min – 50 minfrom AUD $83
Etna and Taormina tour
5.0 (16)
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Italy

Etna and Taormina tour

Spend a full day exploring Europe's most active volcano and one of the Mediterranean's most striking hilltop towns. This 7–8 hour tour takes you up Mount Etna's slopes to explore lava caves and volcanic formations, then descends to Taormina's clifftop streets, Greek ruins, and Ionian Sea views. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with guides familiar with both the mountain's geology and the town's layered history.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $200
Discover the famous seven hills of Rome with the calessino bee
5.0 (16)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Discover the famous seven hills of Rome with the calessino bee

Roll through Rome's seven hills in a three-hour calessino bee—a charmingly vintage three-wheeler that lets you sightsee without the legwork. Your licensed guide navigates the city's storied streets while you settle into the open-air seat, soaking in monuments and alleyways at a leisurely pace. The tour wraps with coffee and tiramisu, a nod to Roman café culture.

3 hoursfrom AUD $300
Private tour of Catania and the Riviera of the Cyclops
5.0 (16)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Private tour of Catania and the Riviera of the Cyclops

Spend a full day exploring Catania's layered history, from baroque piazzas and Roman ruins to the subterranean Amenano River, then wind down along the dramatic Riviera dei Ciclopi where Norman fortifications overlook the jagged Faraglioni islands. Your private driver handles logistics whilst you navigate limestone streets, fish markets, and coastal mythology without rush. Seven to eight hours of steady discovery across Sicily's eastern edge.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $349
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