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Unique Rome by Day, Street Photography Tour and Workshop

★ 5.0 (13)

🛕 Culture & History

Italy

Unique Rome by Day, Street Photography Tour and Workshop

A 4-hour guided walk through Rome's streets with photographer Giulio D'Ercole, who brings 20+ years of experience to teach you how to shoot candid moments with confidence. You'll learn technical fundamentals—light, focus, exposure—alongside the psychological side of approaching subjects respectfully. Whether you're starting out or refining your eye, this workshop rebuilds how you see and capture everyday scenes. Camera rental available if needed.

Transfer From Rome to Naples and Vice Versa

Direct transfer between Rome and Naples in a modern Mercedes van with an English-speaking driver, covering the roughly 240-kilometre route in approximately three hours. All tolls, fuel, and insurance are included. The service prioritises punctuality and comfort, with air-conditioned vehicles and professional drivers trained to get you safely between Italy's two major cities without fuss or delay.

Sorrento Bites & Sips - Small Group Tour with local guide

A three-hour food walk through Sorrento's backstreets with a local guide, tasting Sorrentino classics and regional wines. Start at the central piazza, working through bruschetta, local cheeses and cured meats, handmade gnocchi, and finish with espresso overlooking the ancient Vallone dei Mulini. Small group keeps it intimate; the guide shares stories about the town's evolution while you eat.

Capri Island Private Boat Tour with Traditional Gozzo Boat

Hire a traditional gozzo boat for a private 6–8 hour exploration of Capri's coastline. Departing from Naples, Sorrento, Positano, or Amalfi, you'll navigate hidden coves, dramatic rock formations, and crystalline waters at your own pace. Swim in secluded spots, snorkel among fish and sea life, and visit landmarks like the Faraglioni stacks. Your skipper adapts the route to suit your interests, whether you crave adventure or simple floating tranquillity.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $4330

Small Group Luxury Boat Experience in Capri

★ 5.0 (13)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Small Group Luxury Boat Experience in Capri

A seven-to-eight-hour coastal voyage around Capri and the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) for no more than six passengers. Your boat becomes a floating base for swimming, snorkelling and exploring limestone cliffs and secluded coves at your own rhythm. The crew handles provisions—prosecco, local nibbles, snorkelling kit—while you decide where to linger and when to move on. No itinerary dictates your day; the Mediterranean does.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2331

★ 5.0 (13)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

Rent EBike Amalfi Coast

Explore the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s clifftop villages and hidden coves at your own pace on a modern electric bike. This 11-hour rental lets you cover stretches of coastline that would take hours on foot, stopping freely to soak in views and poke about narrow laneways. Battery-powered assistance handles the steep gradients without the sweat, and you'll sidestep the madness of finding car parks in these cramped seaside towns.

Private Limousine Transfer from Rome to Sorrento

Skip the motorway chaos and arrive in Sorrento refreshed in a private Mercedes-Benz limousine from Rome. This 3h 50m transfer seats up to 8 passengers in leather comfort, with an English-speaking driver who knows the coast well. Air conditioning, WiFi, and bottled water keep you sorted for the journey south. Your driver doubles as a local advisor, ready with suggestions for stops and sights along the way.

Isola Bella Fishermen's Island Private Tour with Micaela

Explore two jewels on Lake Maggiore with Micaela, a certified local guide, on this intimate 3-hour private boat tour. Based in Stresa, you'll visit Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori, wandering through the working fishermen's settlement while learning how locals have lived on these islands for centuries. Micaela tailors the experience to your interests and can arrange alternate starting points.

Pasta experience near San Pietro

Roll up your sleeves in a Roman kitchen near St. Peter's Basilica for a three-hour pasta workshop where you'll shape ravioli and gnocchi alongside an Italian chef. You'll handle the dough with traditional techniques, learn the distinctions between fresh and dried pasta varieties, then sit down to eat what you've made with wine and coffee. An English-speaking guide ensures you catch every step, and you'll leave with recipe notes to recreate these dishes at home.

Class Mask Workshop - Create our Mask in paper mache

Learn mask-making from a practising craftsperson in Italy over two half-day sessions. Shape paper pulp in traditional stone moulds, then embellish your creation with fabrics, pigments, Swarovski crystals, gold leaf and feathers. You'll leave with a finished mask you've built from scratch, guided through both the structural and decorative stages by someone who knows the craft inside out.

Transfer from Naples to the Amalfi Coast or Vice Versa

Private car transfer connecting Naples city centre with [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) destinations or vice versa, covering roughly 2 hours of driving. An English-speaking driver collects you from Naples airport or train station and delivers you to your accommodation, or the reverse for departures. The flat fee covers fuel, tolls, and motorway charges—nothing hidden. Holds up to seven or eight passengers with one suitcase per person.

Private 4-Hour Lake Como Boat Tour: Villas, Bellagio & Prosecco

A private 4-hour boat tour of Lake Como piloted by an experienced skipper, tailored to your pace and interests. Cruise past celebrated villas including Villa d'Este and Villa del Balbianello, navigate the dramatic Orrido di Nesso gorge, and anchor near Bellagio's waterfront. Prosecco and Italian nibbles accompany your journey as your skipper shares local stories and architectural history. Ideal for couples, families, or small groups after a bespoke experience without the coach-tour crowds.

4 hoursfrom AUD $2496

Private Open Bar Tour with Luxury Boat on Lake Como 2H 4H

★ 5.0 (13)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Private Open Bar Tour with Luxury Boat on Lake Como 2H 4H

Sail Lake Como on a sleek 33-foot vessel with a dedicated crew, moving between lakeside villages and Renaissance villas. This 2-hour outing pairs continuous Prosecco service, soft drinks, and water with swimming stops and live music. Depart from Argegno, glide past Comacina Island and the villages of Colonno and Sala Comacina, then cruise the grand waterfront estates before returning. A sociable boat gathering for those after celebration without rowdiness.

2 hoursfrom AUD $1199

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

★ 5.0 (13)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

Italy

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

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

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $167

Vintage Fiat 500 Cabriolet Ride & Photo Tour in Rome

★ 5.0 (13)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Vintage Fiat 500 Cabriolet Ride & Photo Tour in Rome

Wind through Rome's quieter neighbourhoods in an iconic open-top Fiat 500, with a professional photographer capturing you along the way. This 90-minute convertible jaunt hits three picture-worthy stops, giving you both the thrill of cruising Rome's backstreets and polished photos to prove you were there. Your experienced driver handles navigation whilst you soak in the city and the breeze.

1h 30m – 1h 40mfrom AUD $100

★ 5.0 (13)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Como Food Tour and the Farmers Market

Spend 2–3 hours wandering Como's medieval lanes and its bustling farmers' market (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays), tasting your way through the region's food culture. Meet local growers and producers who've worked the same land for generations, sample their seasonal bounty, then settle into neighbourhood spots for gelato, wine, cured meats, cheese and espresso. The tour pairs storytelling with flavour—each stop reveals how Como eats and why it matters.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $250

★ 5.0 (13)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

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

★ 5.0 (13)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Traditional Neapolitan cooking class

Spend three-and-a-half hours learning Neapolitan cooking techniques from Annamaria, a local kitchen authority. You'll work through classic Neapolitan dishes, understand how flavours layer and complement each other, and sit down to eat what you've made. The kitchen is air-conditioned. Vegetarian and seafood-focused menus can be arranged in advance.

MALPENSA - MILANO airport transfer with private Luxury Car

Get whisked from Malpensa Airport to Milan in a private luxury car, driven by a professional who meets you at arrivals with your name on a board. The journey takes around 50 minutes, with up to an hour of waiting time built in if your flight's delayed. All costs—taxes, motorway tolls—are locked in upfront. It's straightforward airport-to-hotel transport done well.

Florence By Night 2-hour Walking Experience

A 2-hour evening walk through [Florence](/places/florence)'s centre, tracing a path from Piazza della Repubblica through to the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, past the Uffizi and across Ponte Vecchio. Your guide recounts tales of the city's noble dynasties and local folklore, revealing Florence after dark from angles most daytrippers miss. Small groups keep the pace intimate and allow for proper sightseeing stops.

Private Sunset Cruise of the Amalfi Coast (restroom on board)

Glide along the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) aboard your own boat as the sun dips toward Capri. Over two to three hours, your captain serves premium Italian prosecco and regional white wines alongside nibbles whilst the coastline slips past. You'll anchor opposite Positano for the main event: watching light paint the water gold. It's the sort of evening that justifies the trip south.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $855

From Sorrento or Positano: Amalfi Coast Private Boat VIP Tour

★ 5.0 (12)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

From Sorrento or Positano: Amalfi Coast Private Boat VIP Tour

Seven to eight hours navigating the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) aboard a private motor boat departing from Sorrento's Marina Piccola. You'll sail past Roman ruins, the siren-haunted Li Galli Island, fishing villages and hidden coves, with stops in Positano and Amalfi for exploring the towns at your own pace. Swimming, sunbathing and local food breaks included.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1998

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Sit and walk Florence tour with Gelato

See [Florence](/places/florence)'s major landmarks without exhausting your feet on this two-hour guided tour with portable seating. You'll visit the Duomo complex, Piazza della Signoria, and the Uffizi Gallery exterior, pausing whenever needed on comfortable walking stools. An art historian narrates the city's religious, political and cultural layers whilst you sample authentic gelato at a top local gelateria. Designed for those who'd rather sit than trudge.

2 hoursfrom AUD $187

Private Tour: Day Trip Excursion to Herculaneum, Positano and Sorrento

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Private Tour: Day Trip Excursion to Herculaneum, Positano and Sorrento

Drive south from Naples to explore three distinct stops along the Campania coast. Begin at Herculaneum, the volcanic-buried Roman town often overshadowed by its famous neighbour, where preserved buildings and artefacts offer genuine insight into daily life two millennia ago. Continue to Positano, the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast)'s architectural jewel where candy-coloured villas cling to cliffs above turquoise waters. End in Sorrento, a proper town with character beyond its resort trappings. A full day with private driver and optional archaeologist-led walkthrough.

Private Transfer from Rome to Sorrento

Skip the motorway hassle and arrive in Sorrento refreshed. This private transfer whisks you from Rome to the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast) in a comfortable Mercedes, driven by an English-speaking professional who handles luggage and knows the route cold. Three to four hours door-to-door means you step out ready to explore, not frazzled from navigating unfamiliar roads or waiting for shared shuttles.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $525

Tours on Itama 50: Capri, Amalfi Coast, Ischia and Procida

★ 5.0 (12)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Tours on Itama 50: Capri, Amalfi Coast, Ischia and Procida

Cruise the Campania coastline aboard the Itama 50, a performance yacht built for comfort and speed. This 1–8 hour charter connects Capri, the [Amalfi Coast](/places/amalfi-coast), Ischia and Procida, with spacious decks, quality sun loungers and a hull engineered for smooth transit across open water. Onboard service includes refreshments, snorkelling kit and WiFi, designed for travellers seeking seaside travel without the hassle of commercial ferries.

1 hour – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2498

Top Ten Rome Major Attractions by Golf Cart

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Top Ten Rome Major Attractions by Golf Cart

Cruise Rome's essential sites by golf cart with a knowledgeable local guide steering you through 2.5 hours of the city's most iconic landmarks. You'll stop at the [Colosseum](/places/colosseum), Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Castel Sant'Angelo, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps, with built-in photo time at each. A hassle-free way to cover serious ground without the walking fatigue, perfect if you're new to the city and want a structured overview of what makes Rome legendary.

Accademia Gallery Private Guided Tour & Fast Track Entry

Skip the queues at [Florence](/places/florence)'s Accademia Gallery with a private guide who knows Renaissance art inside out. You'll have the gallery largely to yourself for an hour, moving through the collection at your own rhythm with expert commentary on Michelangelo's David and the surrounding masterpieces. Your guide tailors the experience to what genuinely interests your group—whether that's technique, history, or cultural context—rather than rushing through a standard script.

1 hourfrom AUD $125

Pompeii private guided tour and Amalfi coast

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Pompeii private guided tour and Amalfi coast

A nine-hour private tour combining the archaeological ruins of Pompeii with coastal views of the Amalfi region. Travel in a dedicated vehicle with a guide who tailors the experience to your pace and interests. You'll spend two hours exploring Pompeii's preserved streets and buildings, then continue along the dramatic coastline. The driver handles logistics while you focus on the landscape and history—no rushing between coach groups.

9 hoursfrom AUD $966

From Brindisi. Ostuni, Alberobello and Polignano a Mare Tour

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

From Brindisi. Ostuni, Alberobello and Polignano a Mare Tour

Explore three compelling Puglian towns in a single day from Brindisi. Travel by air-conditioned minivan through Ostuni's whitewashed lanes, [Alberobello](/places/trulli-of-alberobello)'s trulli cone-roofed dwellings, and Polignano a Mare's clifftop settlement overlooking the Adriatic. Your driver navigates whilst sharing local context about each village's character and heritage. Eight hours total, with return to either Brindisi or Lecce.

Private Transfer Rome to Florence with a stop to visit Siena

Travel between Rome and [Florence](/places/florence) by private car with your own driver, breaking the journey in Siena to explore Tuscany's medieval streets and countryside. This six-hour transfer swaps motorway monotony for a proper stop in one of Italy's most striking hilltop towns, letting you stretch your legs among Gothic architecture and winding piazzas while your driver handles the road ahead. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Private WALKING Tour and ACCADEMIA Gallery in Florence Italy

A three-hour guided walk through [Florence](/places/florence)'s essential landmarks, anchored by a dedicated hour inside the Accademia Gallery to stand before Michelangelo's David. Your guide navigates you past the Duomo's engineering marvel, Piazza della Signoria's sculptural theatre, and the Baptistery's gilded doors, then escorts you through skip-the-line entry to explore the gallery's Renaissance holdings. Wireless headsets ensure you catch every detail as you move through crowds and across centuries.

Sculpture in Florence : Traditional Clay modelling class

Spend three hours learning traditional clay modelling in [Florence](/places/florence) with a working sculptor. You'll discover how Renaissance artisans shaped clay by hand, mastering fundamental techniques still used today. The studio provides all materials and wooden tools needed to create your own piece. Sessions run mornings, afternoons or early evenings, with flexible scheduling to suit your timetable. Contact the studio directly to book a time that works for you.

One day excursion to Pompeii and Vesuvius from Positano

A seven to eight hour journey from Positano to two of Italy's most significant archaeological sites. Begin at Pompeii, the remarkably preserved Roman city buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD, exploring streets and buildings frozen in time. Then ascend Mount Vesuvius itself to stand at the crater of the volcano responsible for the catastrophe. A guide leads you through the ruins whilst your own pace determines how deep you venture into this UNESCO-listed landscape.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $315

★ 5.0 (12)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Italy

Orecchiette Cooking Class With Nonna

Roll up your sleeves and learn orecchiette-making from Nonna Cetta in rural Puglia. This 90-minute class teaches you the hand-shaping technique for these tiny ear-shaped pasta discs, passed down through generations. You'll craft your own batch, then sit under the stars at a stone farmhouse to eat what you've made, paired with a glass of local organic wine. It's less about technique perfection and more about understanding how Puglian families have eaten for centuries.

Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Highlights Tour

Skip the queues with a private 3-hour guided tour through the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Your guide leads you through the Pio-Clementine collection, Renaissance tapestries, and 16th-century cartographic gallery before moving into the papal apartments designed by Raphael and the Borgia family. You'll finish in the Sistine Chapel, where you can linger without the usual crowds. The route is yours to shape—discuss priorities with your guide beforehand.

Capri Island Full-Day Adventure from Sorrento – Boat Tour & Swim

A seven-hour boat journey from Sorrento circles Capri's coastline with stops for swimming in hidden coves and exploring sea caves. After the circumnavigation, you'll have four hours to wander Capri's town centre at your own pace, browsing shops and grabbing lunch. The boat departs the Sorrento port and returns the same way, with snorkelling gear, refreshments, and a beer included.

7 hoursfrom AUD $215

Lake Como Day Trip from Milan by Train: Private & Personalized

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Italy

Lake Como Day Trip from Milan by Train: Private & Personalized

Escape Milan for a day on Lake Como, where a local guide crafts a bespoke itinerary around your interests. Spend ten hours exploring the lake's elegant waterfront towns and mountain villages, travelling by train (one hour each way) and on foot. Walk past belle époque villas, dip into pastel-coloured hamlets clinging to the shoreline, and if visiting in summer, hop between villages by ferry. Your host shares insider knowledge of local culture and regional character whilst you take in the dramatic Alpine backdrop.

10 hoursfrom AUD $687

★ 5.0 (12)

🐠 Water Activities

Italy

Capri Boat tour in 3 hours

Spend three hours exploring Capri's dramatic coastline aboard a traditional boat with a seasoned skipper. You'll navigate past the island's most striking landmarks, taking in limestone cliffs and hidden coves from the water. The tour includes snorkelling stops, cold drinks, and a shot of locally-made limoncello to taste as you cruise. It's a straightforward way to see what makes Capri special without the crowds on land.

Private Etna Trekking half day tour from Taormina

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

6 hoursfrom AUD $475

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