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Tours in Italy

Small-group tours, day trips, cooking classes and multi-day adventures. Every tour vetted for traveller reviews first.

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Splendida giornata con noi in costiera Amalfitana e dintorni

Spend two days exploring Campania's Amalfitana coastline with an English-speaking driver who knows the region's hidden corners. You'll travel in air-conditioned comfort through dramatic cliffside villages, coastal towns, and inland hamlets, stopping at places locals actually frequent rather than the obvious tourist spots. Your driver provides context as you move between destinations, building a genuine sense of how people live along this stretch of southern Italy.

7-Day Private Sailing Retreat in Sardinia and Corsica

A seven-day sailing expedition across Sardinia and Corsica aboard a private catamaran, combining coastal exploration with wellness activities. You'll anchor in secluded bays and protected marine reserves, start each day with yoga on deck, and eat seasonally from local Sardinian produce prepared by an onboard nutritionist. The itinerary balances open water with hidden coves, village discoveries, and downtime to decompress—all guided by experienced sailors who know where the crowds thin out.

Rome Vespa Primavera 125 cc Rental - 48 Hours Rental

Hire a Vespa Primavera 125cc for 48 hours and navigate Rome on the city's most iconic two-wheeler. You'll gain access to restricted traffic zones (ZTL), letting you reach major landmarks without the gridlock that strangles cars. The rental comes fully equipped with helmets, anti-theft security, luggage case, and overnight parking near the Colosseum. Ideal for experienced scooter riders who want to move through the Eternal City with genuine Roman flair.

Intensive Italian Language Course in Milan

Spend five days in Milan sharpening your Italian through daily classroom instruction at Leonardo da Vinci School, where you'll study alongside cultural outings that reinforce what you're learning. The course runs full-immersion style—you'll hear, speak and read Italian throughout each day, picking up grammar and vocabulary faster than traditional lessons allow. Milan itself becomes your classroom: a forward-thinking city where contemporary design and Renaissance history collide, giving real context to the language you're acquiring.

Road Bike Rental in Palermo with Suggested Itinerary

Rent a road bike in Palermo and explore Sicily's coast and countryside at your own pace. Sicicla stocks Italian and international brands—Bianchi, Trek, Cannondale and others—sized to fit. Helmets and local taxes included. You'll navigate rolling terrain and coastal roads, so arrive with solid fitness and a sense of direction. Perfect for cyclists after a self-guided day away from the city's chaos.

1 dayfrom AUD $58

★ 5.0 (36)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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Bike rental in Venice

Rent a well-maintained touring bike to explore Venice and its surrounding mainland territory at your own pace, available for 1–7 days. Each bicycle comes equipped with practical essentials like panniers, gears, and a lock. Collect your bike from your accommodation, and use the provided route guidance to discover local landmarks, cultural sites, and regional food specialities without fixed schedules or group constraints.

1 day – 7 daysfrom AUD $42

★ 5.0 (34)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

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Full Carbon Road Bike Rental

Rent a high-end carbon road bike in Italy for a day of self-guided cycling. Sicicla stocks premium Italian frames like Wilier alongside international makers including Trek, Giant, Cervelo and Cannondale. Specify your height when booking and the shop will match you with the right frame size. Helmet and local taxes included. You'll need moderate fitness, be at least 18, and arrive with a valid passport.

Rome Vespa Primavera 125 cc Rental - 72 Hours Rental

Hire a Vespa Primavera for three days and navigate Rome on two wheels the way locals do. This 125cc scooter comes fully insured with third-party liability, ZTL zone access permits, helmets, and an anti-theft chain. Park free overnight near the Colosseum. You'll need a valid driver's licence, moderate fitness, prior scooter experience, and a €350 deposit. Ideal for confident riders wanting genuine Roman mobility without tour-group constraints.

Rafting "Experience 2 days"

A two-day expedition combining paddling and water-based adventure in Italy's gorges. Day one takes you 16 km down a dramatic canyon river where towering rock walls narrow the current, finishing at base camp with hot showers and a night under canvas. Day two shifts to canyoning—abseiling and sliding through stream courses before an optional lunch. You'll eat locally sourced dinners and breakfasts, sleep under stars, and navigate both water and terrain with qualified guides.

E-bike Rental

Explore Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast on an e-bike, skipping traffic restrictions and parking headaches that plague car hire. Electric-assisted pedalling gets you into pedestrian-only town centres and along coastal routes where vehicles can't venture. You'll cover far more ground than walking and with less physical toll than a standard bike, leaving energy for actually experiencing the landscape rather than muscling uphill.

2-Day E-Bike Tuscany Tour with Meals, Wineries, and Farmstay

Pedal through Chianti's backroads on an e-bike over two days, visiting family-run wineries and sleeping in a traditional villa. Starting from Florence, you'll roll past vineyards and olive groves with a local guide, taste wines and oils paired with meals sourced from the region, and explore villages like Borgo Machiavelli. The electric assist lets you cover ground without exhaustion, leaving energy for the countryside itself.

2 daysfrom AUD $1081

★ 5.0 (14)

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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, 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.

Private 8 Days Food & Wine Lovers Tour of Sicily

Eight days across Sicily's finest food and wine regions, based in Taormina, Syracuse and Palermo. You'll cook alongside family trattoria owners, taste wines from Etna slopes, hunt street food through Palermo's markets, and eat your way through Syracuse's coastal larder. A private Mercedes and driver handle all transfers, whilst a local guide leads each activity. Four-star hotels, most meals and all tastings included—just show up hungry.

8 daysfrom AUD $4988

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

★ 5.0 (12)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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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'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.

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

New Fiat 500X Sport automatic (Suv) Rental (all day )

★ 5.0 (11)

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New Fiat 500X Sport automatic (Suv) Rental (all day )

Rent a new Fiat 500X Sport for a full day in Italy and chart your own course through Tuscany. Unlike group tours locked into set routes, you'll drive independently, stopping where and when you choose. Visit Florence's landmarks—Piazzale Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens—then venture deeper into Tuscan countryside at your own pace, discovering regional flavours and sweeping landscapes without a rigid itinerary dictating your day.

The Best Highlights 7 Day Sicily Tour 2026

This seven-day journey traces Sicily's most compelling sites from Catania to Palermo, moving through Greek temples, baroque towns, and coastal villages. You'll travel in comfort by private Mercedes with a dedicated English-speaking guide, staying in four-star hotels and a wine resort on Mount Etna's slopes. The itinerary weaves together archaeological landmarks—from Agrigento's Valley of Temples to Selinunte's seaside ruins—with food experiences like pastry tastings in Erice and three dinners featuring regional specialities. A structured introduction to Sicily's layers without the rushed feel of typical group tours.

Dolomites Alta Via Multi Day Hiking Tour (2 to 4 days)

Trek the Dolomites across 2–4 days with a private guide who knows the quieter routes. You'll walk at your own pace through dramatic peaks, sleep in mountain rifugios with hearty local meals, and wake to uncluttered views. This is a fully customised experience—no crowds, no strangers joining your group, just you, your friends or solo, moving through one of Europe's most striking ranges. Bring determination and moderate fitness; we supply the rest.

2 daysfrom AUD $749

★ 5.0 (10)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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7 Days Tour of Sicily Semi-Private

Spend a week moving between three Sicilian bases—Taormina, Syracuse and Palermo—with daily guided excursions that peel back layers of local life. You book accommodation; we handle the rest. Each day brings a small-group expedition via private minivan: volcanic slopes, baroque towns, ancient temples, street food markets and winery tastings. Your licensed local guide steers you through ordinary neighbourhoods and celebrated sites alike, revealing how Sicilians actually live rather than performing Sicily for outsiders.

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

★ 5.0 (10)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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Authentic 7 Day Tuscany Tour

An eight-day tour through lesser-known Tuscany, based in a private farmhouse apartment with a small group of no more than eight people. You'll explore the Casentino Valley, ancient villages, and Maremma whilst hiking Pratomagno Mountain and tasting wines and foods directly from local producers. A driver-guide leads the experience, handling all transport in an air-conditioned minivan, with breakfast, lunch and dinner included throughout.

NETFLIX Family Experience in Sardinia, Blue Zone Longevity - Meet, Cook and Eat

Spend a day in Aritzo, a mountain village in central Sardinia known for exceptional longevity among its residents. Walk through narrow streets, meet locals keen to share their approach to living well, learn to roll pasta by hand alongside a family, carve wood, peek into the village museum, and sit down to eat what you've made. The whole experience unfolds at a pace that lets you absorb how tight-knit communities and deliberate eating actually work, rather than just read about them.

2 days: Hike the peak, Kayak the lake, visit Castle and best food

Spend two days exploring Turano Valley, an under-the-radar corner of central Italy combining moderate hillwalking, lake kayaking, medieval castle exploration, and regional cooking. Based in a restored stone village house with fireplace and lake views, you'll move through beech forests and alongside waterfalls with a certified park guide who shares local ecology and folklore. Nights include multi-course dinners featuring seasonal ingredients and wine, breakfast, and accommodation in one of Italy's top 100 prettiest villages.

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

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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The Best Of Naples In Three Days

Spend three days exploring Naples and its celebrated surroundings with a private guide and small group. You'll visit the haunting ruins of Pompeii, wander Capri's clifftop gardens, and take in views from Villa San Michele, moving between sites in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. This itinerary skips the tour-bus queues, letting you move at your own pace through the Bay of Naples' most compelling corners.

3 daysfrom AUD $1582

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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Syracuse Bicycle Rental

Rent a well-maintained bicycle in Syracuse to explore Ortigia's labyrinthine streets and discover Sicily's southeastern coast at your own pace. This self-guided option lets you cover more ground than walking, ducking into baroque piazzas, waterfront promenades, and tucked-away trattorias without the constraints of a group tour. Bikes are modern and reliable; lock and storage included.

DISCOVERY OF PUGLIA Small Group Tour: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Eight days tracing Puglia's layered past, from ancient Greek settlements through Renaissance grandeur to Baroque theatrics. You'll base yourself in carefully chosen towns across the region, sleeping two nights in a traditional stone trullo, sampling local wines and oils at source, and exploring three UNESCO sites with local guides who know the back stories. Meals included throughout—expect robust southern Italian cooking and genuine hospitality.

6 nights cooking program

Spend six days in Sorrento learning to cook Neapolitan classics and Amalfi Coast specialities at La Cucina del Gusto. This hands-on culinary program teaches you the techniques behind traditional southern Italian dishes, so you can recreate them at home with confidence. Days blend cooking lessons with meals, wine, and regional exploration, guided by chef Carmen and the school's experienced instructors.

Puglia & Matera All Inclusive 7 Days and 6 Nights Tour

Spend seven days exploring Puglia and Matera in southern Italy, moving between whitewashed villages, baroque towns, and Adriatic beaches. This all-inclusive trip pairs guided cultural activities—pasta-making, traditional dance, yoga—with cycling through limestone valleys and swimming in Salento. Small groups stay in local guesthouses with three daily meals, transfers by minivan, and bilingual guides leading the way through one of Italy's least-touristed regions.

Private Etna tour and pistachio lunch in a pistachio farm

A private day exploring Mount Etna's volcanic terrain followed by lunch at a working pistachio farm. Your guide collects you at 9 am and drives to 2000 metres elevation, where you walk through ancient craters, lava caves and otherworldly volcanic landscapes. After understanding Etna's geological forces firsthand, you head to the farm for traditional Sicilian fare made with pistachio, touring the orchards to see how these prized nuts grow in volcanic soil. Return to your accommodation by late afternoon.

Rome's Best Guided Tour Colosseum and Vatican Museums 2 Days

Spend two days uncovering Rome's heavyweight landmarks with a private guide and driver. You'll walk through the Colosseum's ancient arches, navigate the Vatican Museums' labyrinthine galleries, and pause at the Pantheon. Your guide handles logistics and translation, leaving you to absorb the layered history of the city. Lunch is on you; transport and main entry fees are sorted.

3-Days Audio Guide for Pompeii, Herculaneum, Vesuvius and Naples

Navigate Pompeii, Herculaneum, Vesuvius and Naples over three days with curated audio commentary designed to balance archaeological detail with genuine curiosity. Each site comes loaded onto your phone for offline access, so you explore at your own pace without relying on guides or ticket-office rentals. Content is vetted by Rosella Gallo, art history professor at Rome's Academy of Fine Arts. The Naples segment gives substantial coverage to the Sansevero Chapel's Veiled Christ sculpture. WhatsApp support available throughout.

Horseback ride and Poolside Day chillout with Tuscan Lunch

Spend a day in the Tuscan countryside combining horseback riding with poolside relaxation. After a brief orientation session, you'll ride for roughly 75 minutes through rolling hills with a qualified instructor who adjusts to your level. The afternoon unfolds by the pool with lunch served under a veranda—fresh pasta, local cheeses, cured meats, and Chianti—followed by swimming and sunbathing. An optional stop at a nearby olive oil and wine producer rounds out the experience before returning to Florence.

Amalfi Coast Multi Day Hiking Tour (3 to 5 days)

Spend three days walking the Amalfi Coast with a local guide who knows the terrain intimately. You'll traverse ancient pathways linking clifftop villages, descend to hidden coves, and climb through wild mountainous terrain. The route reveals centuries-old architecture, working farmland, and the rhythms of coastal life rarely visible from the main roads. Guides provide hiking sticks and support, though the pace remains unhurried—this is about absorbing the landscape rather than ticking off kilometres.

Printmaking Masterclass in the heart of Abruzzo

Spend six days in rural Abruzzo mastering printmaking across multiple techniques, from relief to intaglio. Whether you're starting from scratch or building on existing skills, the course adapts to your level. Your fee covers all materials, paper, inks, accommodation, and meals—you arrive with curiosity, leave with finished prints and hands stained with purpose.

Catamaran trip and overnight stay in Palermo with meals for 8 people

Sail along Sicily's quieter coastline aboard a modern 40-foot catamaran, anchoring in secluded bays for two days and one night. This small-group voyage (maximum 10 passengers) combines daytime exploration with overnight mooring in Palermo, where meals and onboard facilities cater to those seeking genuine seaside time. Snorkel and dive gear included, along with all meals from breakfast through dinner.

3 - Day Sailing Experience : Learn & Explore Capri and Amalfi Coast

A three-day sailing adventure along Italy's Sorrentine and Amalfi coastlines, departing from the Sorrento area. You'll spend nights anchored off Capri and Amalfi, navigating between dramatic cliffside villages and secluded swimming spots. The itinerary balances practical sailing instruction with leisure—expect hands-on time at the helm, swims in sheltered bays, and meals cooked on board or sourced locally. A skipper guides throughout, handling navigation and mooring while you absorb the slower rhythm of Mediterranean sailing.

Basic Scuba Diver

Earn your Basic Scuba Diver certification across two intensive days in Italy. Based at a diving centre, you'll combine classroom instruction with open-water dives to master the fundamentals of underwater breathing, buoyancy control, and safety protocols. A qualified instructor guides you through each stage, ensuring you meet international teaching standards before exploring beneath the surface.

2 daysfrom AUD $749

★ 5.0 (6)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

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Bicycle Rental in Lecce

Rent a bike in Lecce and explore Puglia's towns at your own pace, swapping car journeys for pedal power. Choose from city bikes, trekking models, e-bikes, or tandem setups—all fitted with essentials like locks, lights and repair kits. The rental works for solo riders and families alike, with options for kids' seats and pet carriers. You're free to plot your route, stop where you fancy, and ditch the guidebook crowds.

1 day – 7 daysfrom AUD $30

From the Mountain to the Sea:Erice and the Reserve of Monte Cofano

★ 5.0 (6)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

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From the Mountain to the Sea:Erice and the Reserve of Monte Cofano

Pedal through northwestern Sicily on a guided cycling tour linking the medieval hilltop town of Erice with the Monte Cofano nature reserve. A private minivan collects you from Palermo, then you switch to bikes for a moderate-paced ride through striking landscapes and culturally rich terrain. The route suits most fitness levels, with professional guides and support throughout the day. You'll see why locals value these routes for their mix of natural drama and historical depth.

1 dayfrom AUD $250

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