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

Savoca Taormina Castelmola tour
Explore three hilltop villages in Sicily's Ionian coast with Alessandro, a local guide steeped in regional history and culture. Over 5–7 hours, you'll travel through Savoca, Taormina, and Castelmola by private car, stopping to taste genuine Sicilian fare—cannoli, almond wine, local cheeses—whilst learning stories that rarely make it into guidebooks. This is a slower, deeper look at how ordinary Sicilians live and eat in these dramatic stone towns.

Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Making Experience with Premium Wine
Master three pillars of Roman cooking in a three-hour hands-on class steps from Piazza Mattei. Work alongside a chef to roll pasta sheets, shape ravioli, and layer tiramisu from raw ingredients. You'll finish with a spread of what you've made, wine pairings included, and the muscle memory to recreate each dish at home. Small groups of up to twelve keep things intimate and manageable.

Amalfi Coast Wine Tour
Spend 6 to 9 hours exploring the Amalfi Coast's wine country by private minivan, starting from your hotel or port. You'll visit the hilltop village of Tramonti where a wine specialist guides you through working vineyards, explaining the local grape varieties and production methods before leading a tasting of four wines in the cellar. Perfect for those wanting to understand what makes Amalfi's wines distinctive beyond the postcard views.

Full day private guided tour of Rome by golf-cart & Colosseum and Roman Forum
Spend seven hours exploring the heart of Ancient Rome with a private guide. Start with a three-hour golf-cart tour across the city's famous hills—Aventine, Capitoline, and Caelian—spotting landmarks and soaking in views. After lunch at a local restaurant, walk through the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum for three hours with skip-the-line entry. Hotel pickup and water included; guides know the stories behind the stones.

Sorrento Ape Tour, Lemon Garden, Mozzarella Show & Pizza Class
Discover Massa Lubrense's food heritage in four hours aboard a three-wheeled Ape, starting in centuries-old lemon groves where you'll taste sun-squeezed citrus, then move to a mozzarella dairy to witness cheese-making and sample local oils and cured meats. The tour wraps with a hands-on pizza class where you'll stretch and top your own dough, then eat what you've made alongside wine and limoncello.

Hiking Etna North
Ascend Mount Etna's northern flank with a French-speaking guide who knows the volcano intimately. Over five hours, you'll trek past eight satellite craters in quieter terrain, duck into a lava tube that feels like walking on another planet, and take in the raw geology of Europe's most active volcano. Small group of ten keeps things relaxed and sociable. Suitable from age six, though you'll need a reasonable fitness level.

Rome at Sunrise Walking Tour: Pantheon Trevi Fountain & Breakfast
Catch Rome's grandest monuments before the crowds arrive on this 2.5-hour guided walk through the heart of the city. Starting in pre-dawn quiet, you'll move through the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona with a knowledgeable local, pausing for an Italian breakfast with views of the ancient streets. Groups stay small—no more than six—so you're never jostling for elbow room or camera angles.

Matera Cooking Class
Learn to make pasta from scratch at a working farm in Basilicata's countryside, where olive groves and vegetable plots supply the kitchen. You'll spend four hours preparing and eating traditional dishes alongside your hosts, working with produce picked that morning. The farmhouse itself uses local stone and timber, fitting seamlessly into the rolling landscape where over two thousand olive trees and citrus orchards define the property.

Andrea Boat Charter Portofino
Charter a private boat along the Italian Riviera with Andrea, exploring the postcard villages and hidden coves between Portofino and beyond. This 3- to 7-hour voyage puts you on the water with snorkelling gear, cold drinks, and WiFi to stay connected—or disconnect entirely. Your skipper knows the coast intimately and shapes the itinerary around what interests you most, whether that's anchoring in turquoise shallows or gliding past pastel harbourside towns.

Rome Highlights by Segway Tour with Local Guide
Cover Rome's historic centre in three and a half hours on a Segway, gliding past piazzas, fountains, churches and markets with a knowledgeable local guide. You'll learn the stories behind the city's landmarks while mastering the two-wheeled transport in a pre-tour briefing. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting efficient orientation without the foot traffic.

Capri Tour & Blue Grotto (Half-Day) from Sorrento
A private four-hour boat expedition circling Capri's dramatic coastline, departing from Sorrento with an English-speaking skipper. You'll navigate past towering sea cliffs, hidden coves and natural rock formations including the celebrated Blue Grotto, with multiple opportunities to swim in the clear Mediterranean waters. Groups up to five people travel on a dedicated vessel, discovering landmarks like the Faraglioni Rocks, Villa Malaparte and the island's legendary grottos while learning the geography and mythology that shaped this famous destination.

Rome for First-Timers Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port
This nine-hour private excursion whisks you from Civitavecchia Port directly into Rome's layered history. Your English-speaking driver navigates an air-conditioned minivan through the city's neighbourhoods, stopping at landmarks you choose—the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and more. You'll shape the day around what captivates you most, pause for lunch at your own pace, then return to the port with time to spare before your ship departs.

Rome: Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Navona and Trevi Private Tour
A 3-hour guided walk through Rome's classical heart, starting from your hotel. Your guide reveals the stories behind the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and the Spanish Steps—four of the city's most recognisable landmarks. You'll navigate cobbled streets and hidden corners where Renaissance fountains punctuate Renaissance architecture. The Pantheon entrance is included; other stops require only your presence. Optional early-morning departures pair the tour with cappuccino, and you can upgrade to a vintage Fiat 500 if you'd prefer wheels to feet.

Civitavecchia Cruise Ship to Fiumicino Airport Private Transfer
Skip the port queues and meet your driver directly at your cruise ship in Civitavecchia. A private Mercedes van whisks you straight to Fiumicino Airport in roughly an hour, with room for up to eight passengers and their luggage. Air-conditioned comfort the whole way, no waiting around for shuttles or public transport.

Cinque Terre Private Tour from Livorno
Swap your cruise ship for a nine-hour exploration of Cinque Terre, UNESCO-listed villages perched along Italy's Ligurian coast. Your driver collects you from Livorno port and navigates to three hamlets chosen based on weather and transport schedules—though the route flexes to suit your preferences. You'll have breathing room to eat, browse local shops, and absorb the terraced vineyards and pastel buildings that define this stretch of coastline. The itinerary adapts in real time, ensuring you see what's actually accessible rather than following a rigid script.

Chiara boat tour in dinghy, stops, snorkeling, aperitif included
Explore Cagliari's coastline aboard an intimate dinghy with a maximum of 10 passengers. This 2–3 hour voyage hugs the Poetto shore, pausing at secluded spots for swimming and snorkelling before anchoring near Calabernat. You'll float in crystalline water whilst savouring a quality aperitif as the afternoon light softens. The boat reaches places larger vessels cannot, revealing the raw beauty that makes this stretch of Sardinian coast special.

Private charter Egadi Islands
Charter a private boat around the Egadi Islands for up to eight hours, exploring protected marine zones at your own pace. You'll have a skipper who knows these waters well, a modern vessel, and everything needed for snorkelling—masks, fins, and a cooler with ice to keep refreshments cold. The boat is authorised to access Zones B, C, and D of the Marine Protected Area, giving you flexibility to discover hidden coves and underwater life away from crowded routes.

Campo dè Fiori Market and Trevi Fountain Food and Wine Tour in Rome
Spend four hours navigating Rome's neighbourhood markets and monuments with a local guide, sampling over ten regional dishes paired with wine and beer. You'll start at Campo de' Fiori, the city's working produce market, then walk to iconic sites including Trevi Fountain whilst eating your way through neighbourhood trattorias and wine bars. The tour balances eating and walking in equal measure, steering clear of tour-bus crowds by sticking to spots locals actually frequent.

AMALFI COAST TOUR from Positano (enjoy Amalfi, Ravello, Sorrento)
A nine-hour private drive along the Amalfi Coast's most scenic stretches, linking Positano, Amalfi, Ravello and Sorrento with a knowledgeable English-speaking driver. You'll navigate the dramatic clifftop roads at your own pace, stopping wherever the views demand it. The driver handles the technical bits—hairpin turns and tight village streets—leaving you free to take in the vertical landscape, lemon groves and pastel-coloured towns perched above the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Wine & Cooking Experience with Local Family at Cortecorbo Winery
Spend eight hours at Cortecorbo, a family-owned vineyard in Irpinia's celebrated wine region, learning winemaking from the proprietor before heading to the kitchen. You'll shape and bake pizza over a wood fire, then settle in for a leisurely lunch where each course pairs thoughtfully with six estate wines, anchored by the structured, age-worthy Taurasi DOCG. Transport, tastings, and coffee included. Best suited to those wanting genuine hospitality rather than polished tourism.

Rome by Night Tour with Top E-bike and optional Italian Dinner
Glide through Rome on a smooth e-bike as the city shifts from golden hour to evening glow. This 2–4 hour tour pedals you past the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Imperial Forums, then dips into quieter quarters—the Jewish neighbourhood, Theatre of Marcellus, hidden backstreets—with an expert local guide. The longer option adds a traditional trattoria dinner midway through. You'll cover around 12 kilometres on traffic-light routes, leaving you free to soak in the sights rather than watch for cars.

Boat Tour of the Polignano a Mare Coast with Aperitif
A two-hour coastal cruise along Polignano a Mare's dramatic shoreline, navigating sea caves and natural stone formations inaccessible by land. Your crew guides you through the geology and local lore whilst you float above turquoise water, breaking for a swim and a proper aperitif—Apulian prosecco paired with tarallini crackers. You'll leave with the kind of photos that make people actually jealous of your phone.

Pasta Cooking class in the countryside
Learn to roll, shape and cook pasta the way Italian nonnas taught their grandchildren, in a countryside kitchen near Florence. This 6.5-hour class keeps groups small—just 12 people maximum—so you'll get proper attention from hosts who've grown up making pasta at home. You'll work with fresh eggs from their land, taste their olive oil and local wines, then sit down to eat what you've made. Transport from Florence is included, as are all ingredients and a full lunch.

Rome: Walking Tour through the Marvel of the city
Spend two and a half hours discovering Rome's layered neighbourhoods with a local guide who reveals what casual visitors miss. This walking tour moves beyond the postcard monuments to show how the city actually works—its rhythms, stories, and hidden corners. Whether you're returning for the third time or arriving for the first, a knowledgeable insider reshapes how you read the streets and piazzas.

Amazing Pompeii Tour
A two-hour guided walk through Pompeii led by a team of young local historians who dig into the everyday details often glossed over by larger tour groups. You'll move through private homes, the Forum, public spaces, streets and shops to piece together what life actually looked like in this Roman city before Vesuvius. Entrance tickets (€15 adults; free for under-18s with ID) aren't included but can be purchased on arrival.

Rome Art Walking Tour Who Killed Caravaggio
Track Caravaggio through Baroque Rome on this two-hour walking tour that weaves art history with the unsolved mystery of the painter's disappearance. You'll move between sun-soaked piazzas and shadowy churches—venues Caravaggio himself frequented—examining his most striking works whilst untangling the facts and legends surrounding his violent life. A licensed local guide narrates the story with sharp storytelling, revealing how a rebellious genius became one of art's greatest enigmas.

Lipari and Vulcano Private Boat Tour (7 hours)
A seven-hour private boat journey threading between Lipari and Vulcano, two of the Aeolian Islands' volcanic jewels. You'll navigate dramatic coastlines by wooden vessel, dropping anchor at sea-locked coves for swimming and snorkelling. The route sweeps past towering rock formations and submerged caves, circumnavigating Vulcano to reveal thermal pools and sheltered bays. Lunch choices let you either visit a harborside settlement or eat at a modest restaurant inland. The small-group format keeps the experience genuine rather than choreographed.

Professional Photographer in Venice, Italy
A local photographer guides you through Venice's most photogenic corners—from St. Mark's Square to tucked-away neighbourhoods—crafting polished portraits with professional posing direction. Choose a straight walking session or a cinematic storytelling approach. You'll receive 40–100 edited images depending on length, plus a three-month online gallery. Gondola rides available as an add-on (paid separately to the operator). Sessions work for couples, families, and solo travellers.

Brunetti's Venice: A Culinary Journey Through Leon's Mysteries
Follow Commissario Brunetti's trail through Venice's backstreets and canal-side squares, stopping at neighbourhood trattorias and market stalls to taste cicchetti, seafood, and local wines. Over two and a half hours, your guide—steeped in both Donna Leon's novels and Venetian culinary tradition—connects real locations that inspired the crime series to the dishes and characters that inhabit them. You'll sample coffee, three small plates with vegetarian options, and three drinks as you navigate the city's working quarters beyond the tourist zones.

Trastevere and Jewish Ghetto Private Walking Tour
Explore two distinct Roman neighbourhoods shaped by centuries of layered history. This two-hour private walk threads through Trastevere's cobbled lanes and the Jewish Ghetto, uncovering stories of community, resilience, and daily life across two millennia. Your guide navigates you past landmarks like Ponte Sisto, Theatre of Marcellus, and Tiber Island, revealing how these quarters have evolved and endured. The tour wraps with complimentary coffee or gelato, time to absorb what you've learnt.

Julius Caesar and the Emperors' Nighttime Stories
Walk through central Rome at night following the lives and scandals of six early emperors, from Caesar's final moments to Nero and Hadrian's contrasting legacies. This 2–3 hour narrative tour weaves together assassination plots, unlikely friendships, and the personalities that shaped an empire, told at the exact locations where history unfolded. Expect storytelling that treats Rome's rulers as complex figures rather than dusty textbook names.

Rome: Night & Day Photoshoot in Rome with Pro Photographer
A guided photoshoot through Rome's landmark streets, lasting 30 minutes to 90 minutes across 1–4 locations. A professional photographer directs your poses, captures candid moments, and delivers edited images within 24–48 hours. Choose between walking tours or riding in a vintage Fiat 500 or Vespa scooter—you're a passenger, not the driver. Optional gelato or cornetto break included. All original and edited files go home with you.

Private Tour of Pompeii with Archaeologist
Walk through Pompeii's volcanic graveyard with an archaeologist who reads the city like a text. This private two-hour tour traces how Mount Vesuvius entombed an entire Roman metropolis in 79 AD, revealing street life, domestic spaces, and public buildings frozen in ash. Your guide shapes the route to your interests—whether you're chasing architectural detail, daily life, or the catastrophe itself—and steers you past the usual queues to corners most visitors miss.

Rome: Pizza and Tiramisu Cooking Class near the Colosseum
Learn to make pizza and tiramisu from scratch in a compact kitchen just steps from the Colosseum. This 2.5-hour class pairs hands-on technique with genuine Roman hospitality—you'll knead and stretch dough, build your dessert layer by layer, then sit down together to eat what you've made. A local chef guides you through both dishes while wine, prosecco, and limoncello flow for the adults at your table. Works brilliantly for families with children old enough to handle kitchen tools.

Full Day Private Boat Tour of the Amalfi Coast
Explore the Amalfi Coast's hidden coves and dramatic cliffs from the water with Giovanni, a local skipper who navigates to secluded spots most visitors miss. This six to seven hour private boat tour includes snorkelling gear, onboard refreshments from water to limoncello, and beach towels. You'll anchor in crystalline bays, spot sea caves, and swim in spots accessible only by boat. The pace is relaxed—you set the rhythm with your captain's expert local knowledge steering the way.

Fiat 500 in Rome - experience with a Roman
Navigate Rome's streets in a classic Fiat 500 with Alberto, a local journalist who treats the city like home. Over two and a half hours, you'll cruise past landmark piazzas and discover pockets of Rome most visitors miss. Alberto drives whilst sharing insider knowledge and stories about his neighbourhood, making the experience feel less like a tour and more like being shown around by a mate who knows where to find the real Rome.

Transfer package from Trapani airport to Favignana (transfer + hydrofoil ticket)
Seamless ground-to-sea connection from Trapani airport to Favignana Island. This package bundles your airport pickup with a hydrofoil ticket, eliminating the usual logistical shuffle. A driver collects you at arrivals, delivers you to Trapani's port with time to spare, and your ferry crossing is sorted. Total journey takes 2–3 hours depending on connections.

Renaissance Scarlet Ladies Tour: Caravaggio's and Borgia's Women
A three-hour walking tour through Italy tracing the lives of seven Renaissance women whose portraits appear in works by Caravaggio and Raphael. These weren't decorative figures—they were politically astute operators, poets, and trendsetters who shaped European courts. You'll hear candid accounts of their ambitions, rivalries, and the contradictions of a society that simultaneously revered and condemned them. History stripped of reverence, delivered on foot.

Prosecco Hills Day Trip from Venice & Treviso: 2 Wineries
A 10-hour winery tour through the UNESCO-listed Prosecco Hills, based from Venice or Treviso. You'll visit two family-owned cellars in Valdobbiadene, taste seven glasses of DOCG Prosecco paired with regional charcuterie and cheese, explore the prized Cartizze vineyard slopes, and have free time wandering Conegliano's medieval centre with its castle, churches and main piazza.
