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Private Transfer Rome Civitavecchia or Vice-versa

★ 5.0 (15)

✈️ Transfers

Italy

Private Transfer Rome Civitavecchia or Vice-versa

Direct private transfer connecting Rome's airport and city centre with Civitavecchia cruise port, taking roughly 90 minutes. Travel in a Mercedes sedan or minivan with an English-speaking driver, complimentary water and WiFi included. Vehicles meet Italian safety standards and drivers are fully employed professionals trained in passenger care. Choose this route if you're catching a cruise or need reliable ground transport between the two points without hassle.

1h 30mfrom AUD $248

Best Private 4-Hour City Tour of Colosseum and Rome Highlights

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Best Private 4-Hour City Tour of Colosseum and Rome Highlights

A 4-hour private tour covering Rome's greatest hits, anchored by the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum). Your guide takes you through the amphitheatre's ancient story—built in 72 A.D. to seat 55,000—then drives you through the city's most recognisable piazzas and fountains in your own vehicle. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. Best suited to those who want expert commentary without crowds or the hassle of public transport.

Private Boat Tour to Capri's Hidden Gems with Local Skipper

Spend eight hours exploring Capri's lesser-known waters aboard a private boat steered by a local skipper. You'll navigate hidden grottos and quiet anchorages, swim and snorkel in crystalline seas, and enjoy brunch featuring regional specialities alongside prosecco and homemade limoncello. This charter is yours alone—no shared crowds, just you, the skipper, crew, and Capri's quieter character.

8 hoursfrom AUD $4979

Ortigia-blue cave island tour with dolphin sighting

★ 5.0 (15)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Ortigia-blue cave island tour with dolphin sighting

Explore Syracuse's Ionian coastline aboard a leisurely boat, gliding past Ortigia's baroque waterfront and medieval fortifications before venturing into sea-carved grottos where sunlight transforms the water brilliant azure. The route sweeps through Plemmirio's protected waters, where bottlenose dolphins occasionally breach alongside your vessel. Two and a half hours of sailing punctuated by swims in gin-clear bays, with drinks and snacks throughout.

2h 30mfrom AUD $100

Pre/ Post Cruise Rome Private Tour From Civitavecchia Port

★ 5.0 (15)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pre/ Post Cruise Rome Private Tour From Civitavecchia Port

Bridge the gap between your cruise schedule and Rome's grandeur with this three-hour private tour from Civitavecchia. Your English-speaking driver navigates you past the city's architectural crown jewels—the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Palatine Hill—with breathing room for photos and questions. Designed for those with limited time before embarkation or after disembarkation, this tour trades rushing for selective highlights, delivered in air-conditioned comfort with port transfers included.

Private Boat Tour Costiera Amalfitana e Capri Esposito 28 Luxury

Hire a private 28-metre boat for 7–8 hours along Italy's [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), with a skipper and crew. Cruise between Positano and Capri, stopping to swim and snorkel in calm bays, then explore one of the clifftop towns on foot. Lunch features regional specialities and prosecco; the boat stays yours alone throughout.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $4163

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Rome in 2 Days Tour

This two-day private tour covers Rome's essential landmarks without the typical queuing hassle. Day one sweeps through ancient sites and the historic centre—the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Roman Forum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona. Day two shifts to Vatican City, where you'll stand before the Sistine Chapel ceiling and explore St. Peter's Basilica, finishing at Castel Sant'Angelo for sweeping city views. Skip-the-line access and a knowledgeable English-speaking guide mean you'll move efficiently through the crowds, leaving evenings free to wander on your own.

Amalfi Coast Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

Sail the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) from Sorrento aboard a small boat with no more than six passengers. You'll cruise past dramatic cliffs, the Li Galli Islands and Furore Fjord, stopping for a swim in clear water before exploring Positano's steep streets and Amalfi's historic centre. The eight-hour journey includes light snacks, drinks and a bottle of Prosecco to share, with a professional skipper narrating the route back to base.

Ferriere waterfalls hike - Amalfi and Ravello Coast

A guided 4-hour trek through the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s lemon terraces and fern groves to reach the Ferriere Waterfalls. Starting from Amalfi, Ravello, Scala, or nearby villages, you'll descend and climb 350 metres across roughly 9 kilometres of coastal footpaths. Your guide provides hiking poles and documents the walk with photos. The optional reserve entrance (€5) grants access to the waterfall pools themselves.

Private Transfer from Naples to Ravello or Amalfi

A private car transfer from Naples to Ravello or Amalfi, covering the 90-minute journey along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast). Travel in a well-maintained vehicle with a driver who knows the winding coastal roads intimately, leaving you free to watch the cliffside scenery unfold rather than wrestling with hire-car logistics or cramped minibus seats. Bottled water and onboard WiFi included.

Sorrento: Gluten Free Cooking Class with a Professional Chef

Learn to prepare gluten-free versions of Sorrentine classics under the guidance of a working chef on the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast). Over two and a half hours, you'll master traditional techniques, cook your own dishes, then sit down to eat what you've made alongside local wine and limoncello. The class takes place at a working farm reached by shuttle, with all recipes sent to you afterwards as digital files.

2h 30mfrom AUD $150

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Amalfi coast driving tour

Explore the [Amalfi coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s clifftop villages and coastal views over eight hours in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. You control the itinerary—your driver suggests prime stops and viewpoints, but the choice of where to linger, what to eat, and which detours to take stays yours. All transport costs, parking, and entry fees are covered.

8 hoursfrom AUD $816

First Class Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi with Optional Unique Lunch

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

First Class Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi with Optional Unique Lunch

An eight-hour coastal drive from Naples or Salerno showcasing the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s most celebrated towns. Travel in air-conditioned comfort with a knowledgeable driver through hairpin bends and dramatic seascapes, stopping in Sorrento for wandering and views, Positano for its tumbling pastel architecture, and Amalfi for its maritime heritage and layered character. An optional sit-down lunch featuring regional pasta, fried dough starters, and homemade limoncello rounds out the experience.

Private Amalfi Coast Boat Tour from Positano: Swim & Explore

Seven-hour private boat journey along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), departing Positano. Cruise past towering limestone cliffs, anchor in secluded bays for swimming, and explore coastal settlements at your own pace. Your captain navigates to quiet swimming spots where turquoise water meets rocky shorelines, away from packed public beaches. Snorkelling gear, morning refreshments, and on-board facilities included. Tailored timing means you set the rhythm—linger where you like, move on when you're ready.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1965

★ 5.0 (14)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Daily Tour 5 Terre

Explore [Cinque Terre](/places/cinque-terre), Portovenere and the Gulf of La Spezia aboard a restored vintage vessel over 7–9 hours. This private boat tour lets you set the pace and choose your own swimming stops along the rugged coastline, accessing hidden coves and rocky shores unreachable from land. Snorkelling gear included. Skip the busier shore routes and see the villages and seascape from the water instead.

7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $300

Private boat tour along the Amalfi Coast or Capri from Salerno

★ 5.0 (14)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Private boat tour along the Amalfi Coast or Capri from Salerno

Spend seven hours sailing the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) or out to Capri from Salerno, charting your own course along dramatic cliffs and hidden coves. You'll work with an experienced skipper to design the day—whether that's anchoring for swimming, exploring sea caves, or island-hopping. Light refreshments, water, and drinks are provided throughout, leaving you free to watch the coastline unfold without worrying about logistics.

7 hoursfrom AUD $2831

Pompeii-Sorrento-Positano tour from Naples, with licensed guide included

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pompeii-Sorrento-Positano tour from Naples, with licensed guide included

This 9-hour guided tour from Naples traces three chapters of the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) in a single day: the clifftop town of Sorrento, the pastel-coloured village of Positano tumbling toward the sea, and finally Pompeii's haunting archaeological expanse with a licensed guide for two hours. You'll travel by air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, departing at 7:30am and returning by 4:40pm. The route weaves coastal roads before descending into the shadow of Vesuvius.

Private Transfer from Naples to Praiano

A private car journey from Naples to Praiano along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), taking roughly 90 minutes. Your driver is trained to navigate the winding coastal roads whilst sharing local knowledge and keeping the ride comfortable. The vehicle is air-conditioned, fitted with WiFi and chilled water, and fully equipped for passengers of all mobilities. This beats the bus if you're travelling with luggage, want to stop unplanned, or simply prefer not to navigate Italian public transport.

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](/places/lake-garda-italy)'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.

Centenary Balsamic Vinegar of Modena - Acetaia Tour & Tasting

Step into a family-run acetaia in Modena to discover how century-old balsamic vinegar comes to life. This one-hour guided tour walks you through the production process across wooden barrel rooms stacked with ageing vinegar, followed by a tasting of the finished product. You'll learn the techniques passed down through generations that transform grape must into the region's most prized condiment.

1 hourfrom AUD $78

Good Morning rider: discovering the town by bike

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Good Morning rider: discovering the town by bike

Pedal through Genoa's centro storico on two wheels, starting with a guided spin past key landmarks before striking out solo until late afternoon. You'll get a proper introduction to the city's layout and architecture, fuel up with local coffee and focaccia, then have hours to roam at your own pace. Choose a standard bike or e-bike depending on your legs and the hills you fancy tackling.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $115

Portovenere & the Islands: Your Sunset Experience - Private Tour

★ 5.0 (14)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Portovenere & the Islands: Your Sunset Experience - Private Tour

A 3-hour private boat journey along Italy's Portovenere coast, timed to catch the sunset over the islands. Your skipper navigates to secluded anchorages where you'll swim and snorkel in crystalline water, then enjoy dinner aboard as light fades across the Ligurian Sea. The boat carries all safety gear, refreshments, and snorkelling kit, with a crew that knows every cove and current along this stretch of coast.

3 hoursfrom AUD $1499

Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Trento

★ 5.0 (14)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Trento

Roll pasta dough by hand and shape two distinct varieties from scratch, then finish with tiramisu in this three-hour kitchen session in Trento. Your Cesarina host—part of Italy's network of home cooks—guides you through the techniques that matter: stretching sfoglia, filling pasta, and layering the country's most famous dessert. Work alongside a small group, taste everything you've made, and leave with an apron and the confidence to recreate these dishes at home.

3 hoursfrom AUD $148

Pisa, Florence and Uffizi Museum or Accademia Private Shore Excursion from La Spezia

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pisa, Florence and Uffizi Museum or Accademia Private Shore Excursion from La Spezia

A nine-hour private drive from La Spezia taking you through two of Tuscany's most significant cities. You'll spend time exploring [Florence](/places/florence)'s streets at your own pace, with the option to visit either the Uffizi or Accademia gallery (tickets separate), then cross to Pisa to see its famous tilted tower. An air-conditioned minivan with English-speaking driver handles all transport and port logistics, leaving you free to soak in the Renaissance architecture and art on your own terms.

Dining Experience at a local's Home in Pistoia with Show Cooking

Cook alongside a Pistoian home cook in their kitchen, watch dishes come together, then sit down to a four-course meal built from recipes kept in family cookbooks. You'll eat what they cook—starter, pasta, main with vegetables, dessert—paired with local wines and water. This is arranged through Cesarine, a network of Italian home cooks who open their doors across 500+ cities. Two and a half hours, no pretence, real food.

Verona area: Wine Tasting Experience in Valpolicella

Spend 90 minutes at a celebrated Valpolicella winery exploring how the region's distinctive reds are made. You'll walk through the cellars, taste several wines paired with local charcuterie and cheese, and learn what sets these hillside vineyards apart. The experience suits all fitness levels and includes wine, water, and a generous spread of regional produce.

Great Venice St Mark's Square & Doge's Palace Guided Tour for Kids & Families

Skip the queues and explore Venice's most essential sights with a guide who knows how to keep kids engaged. This 2-hour private tour takes you through St Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace, covering secret passageways, grand staircases, and the notorious Bridge of Sighs. Your licensed local guide tailors stories and activities to your children's ages, so everyone stays entertained while you discover the palace's political intrigue and architectural secrets without losing hours to queues.

Cooking Class in a Real Tuscan Farmhouse

Learn to cook three traditional Tuscan dishes in a working farmhouse kitchen, then sit down to eat what you've prepared. This three-hour class teaches you the techniques behind the region's most cherished recipes, passed down through generations. You'll work alongside your host, handle authentic ingredients, and discover why Tuscan cooking relies on simplicity and quality rather than complexity.

Vespa Tour in Sanremo for half a day

Rent a Vespa for a self-guided four-hour loop through Sanremo and the Riviera dei Fiori. Navigate at your own pace using the English road book, skipping traffic jams that plague car drivers. You'll access hidden hilltop villages, coastal vistas, and quiet corners of the Italian Riviera that larger tour groups miss. Helmets, fuel, and navigation are sorted; you bring a valid licence and €250 security deposit.

Murano : Boat Tour, Glassworks and Blow moulding Demonstration

Cross the Venetian Lagoon by boat to Murano and watch master glassmakers transform molten glass into finished pieces. This three-hour guided tour departs from St Mark's Square and takes you inside a working glassworks, where a local expert walks you through four centuries of technique, trade secrets, and the island's evolution as Europe's glassmaking hub. You'll see the heat, hear the crackle, and understand why artisans still guard their methods.

Rome Trastevere: Tiramisù & Gelato Class with Savoiardo Baking

Spend two and a half hours in Rome's city centre learning to craft two Italian classics from scratch. A pastry chef walks you through baking savoiardi biscuits, whisking mascarpone cream, and assembling tiramisu, then pivots to gelato-making with seasonal fruit. Small groups keep the atmosphere intimate and hands-on. You'll leave with recipes and the confidence to recreate both desserts at home.

4 Hours Private Boat Tour in Lake Como with Captain

Mia and Gianni navigate you around Lake Como's most photogenic stretches over four hours, stopping at Bellagio to wander its steep lanes, then Varenna's waterfront charm, before anchoring near Isola Comacina for a swim or aperitif. The route traces the western shore back towards Como, revealing villa gardens and rocky inlets inaccessible from land. Prosecco, nibbles and soft drinks come aboard; towels are supplied.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1647

Private Cruise from Naples to Capri and Amalfi Coast - yacht 50'

★ 5.0 (14)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Private Cruise from Naples to Capri and Amalfi Coast - yacht 50'

Escape Naples' gridlocked streets aboard a private 50-foot yacht for eight hours exploring Capri, Positano and Amalfi. You'll navigate the dramatic cliffsides and hidden coves of southern Italy's most celebrated coastline at your own pace, swimming and snorkelling in crystalline waters whilst your skipper shares local knowledge. Perfect for cruise passengers docked in Naples seeking breathing room and uncluttered views.

8 hoursfrom AUD $5662

Private Exclusive VIP Tour of Positano & Sorrento from Naples - Shore excursion

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Exclusive VIP Tour of Positano & Sorrento from Naples - Shore excursion

A seven-hour private drive along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), departing from Naples with your own English-speaking driver. You set the pace and choose which stops matter to you—browse boutiques in Sorrento and Positano, capture the dramatic coastline from scenic viewpoints, and settle in for lunch at a restaurant with views across the water or a working farm. The itinerary bends to what you want to see.

Cascia, Santa Rita and Roccaporena from Rome Private Day Tour

A 10-hour private journey from Rome into Umbria that traces Saint Rita's life across two sacred towns. Your English-speaking driver navigates rolling countryside to Cascia and the hilltop village of Roccaporena, where you'll explore the sites most central to the saint's story. Travel in a climate-controlled Mercedes with WiFi and water included. This is a self-guided pilgrimage with professional support rather than a fully escorted tour—your driver provides context and logistics while you set the pace at each location.

10 hoursfrom AUD $708

Venice Professional Photoshoot (up to 6 people included)

★ 5.0 (14)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Venice Professional Photoshoot (up to 6 people included)

A 30-minute to 90-minute professional photoshoot in Venice with a local photographer who knows the city's best-kept corners. You'll visit famous spots like St. Mark's Basilica and Rialto Bridge alongside quieter lanes most visitors miss. The photographer edits your shots and delivers 15–150 images within three days, depending on your package. Works for families, couples, and solo travellers keen to walk away with polished, personalized memories of the city.

Hands On Pasta and Gelato Cooking Class in LUCCA

Roll up your sleeves in Lucca for three hours of hands-on pasta and gelato making with a local chef who sources from Tuscan farms and producers. You'll shape two varieties of fresh pasta from scratch, then churn creamy gelato whilst learning the foundations of regional cooking. Small groups mean real attention and conversation with your instructor and fellow food enthusiasts. All ingredients and tastings are included.

3 hoursfrom AUD $120

★ 5.0 (14)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Amalfi Coast Tour

Eight to nine hours exploring three dramatic villages clinging to Italy's southern coastline. You'll spend time wandering Positano's stacked pastel buildings, stand before Amalfi's cathedral, and climb to Ravello's clifftop piazzas where views stretch across the Tyrrhenian Sea. A local driver navigates the winding coastal roads, stopping at artisan ceramics workshops and scouting photography spots along the way. Lunch recommendations and restaurant tips included.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1155

Sailing boat tour in the La Maddalena archipelago

★ 5.0 (14)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Sailing boat tour in the La Maddalena archipelago

Explore the La Maddalena archipelago by sailing boat, discovering secluded beaches and hidden coves away from the crowds. This seven-hour voyage aboard a modern vessel takes you to intimate anchorages where turquoise waters meet granite shores. Along the way, enjoy a full spread of local fare: aperitif and snacks, fresh pasta, dessert, wine and coffee included. A leisurely introduction to Sardinia's northeastern islands.

Sicilian Cooking Course in Agrigento

Learn to cook Sicilian classics at Annalisa's home in Agrigento over four hours. You'll work with seasonal local ingredients to prepare traditional recipes that have been passed down through generations. The day culminates in sitting down together to eat what you've made, paired with regional wine and stories that illuminate the island's food culture.

4 hoursfrom AUD $300

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