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E-Bike Tour near Assisi with Wine Tasting & Winery Lunch
5.0 (53)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

E-Bike Tour near Assisi with Wine Tasting & Winery Lunch

Pedal through Umbria's quiet lanes on electric bikes, leaving the Assisi crowds behind for a six-hour loop through working vineyards and olive country. You'll roll at an easy pace, stop for coffee in a village, then settle at a family winery for tastings paired with a home-cooked lunch. The guide fills gaps between silence with local stories. No rushing, no crowds—just backroads, food, and wine.

6 hoursfrom AUD $300
Rome: Vatican Museums and Gardens Private Tour - Pick up included
5.0 (53)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Rome: Vatican Museums and Gardens Private Tour - Pick up included

A four-hour private tour collecting you from your central Rome hotel to explore the Vatican's artistic treasures. You'll walk the Pope's Gardens with a Blue Badge guide, spotting Renaissance fountains and period architecture, then move through the Vatican Museums to stand before Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling—arguably the most celebrated paint job in history. The sheer scale of what one person accomplished on that vault becomes visceral when you're actually standing underneath it.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1225
Premium Pizza Making Class at a Pizzeria in Como
5.0 (53)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Premium Pizza Making Class at a Pizzeria in Como

Learn to make proper Neapolitan pizza from a working chef at an established Como pizzeria over two and a half hours. You'll shape dough, top your creation, and bake it in a traditional oven before eating what you've made alongside Italian wine or craft beer. The class operates in a relaxed, working kitchen atmosphere where you pick up genuine technique rather than tourist theatre.

2h 30mfrom AUD $142
Florence San Lorenzo Food Tour by Secret Food Tours
5.0 (52)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Florence San Lorenzo Food Tour by Secret Food Tours

Spend three and a half hours exploring Florence's San Lorenzo quarter with a local guide, stopping at neighbourhood spots to eat your way through the district's best offerings. You'll taste lampredotto, fresh pasta, local cheeses and cured meats, finish with gelato, and encounter a surprise dish along the way. This isn't a museum tour—it's a working food market neighbourhood where Florentines actually shop and eat.

3h 30mfrom AUD $163
Capri Private Boat Tour - Grand Class Experience
5.0 (52)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Capri Private Boat Tour - Grand Class Experience

Spend seven hours exploring Capri's coastline aboard an exclusive private boat, navigating between the dramatic Faraglioni rock formations and hidden coves where the water shifts through shades of turquoise and azure. Your vessel—spacious and elegantly appointed—carries you past cliffsides and secret anchoring spots known to few visitors, with time to swim, snorkel and drift in the rhythm of the Mediterranean. Onboard amenities and attentive service mean you're never without refreshment, local delicacies or creature comforts.

7 hoursfrom AUD $2498
Etna Alba: Exciting excursion with Typical Sicilian Breakfast (Private Tour)
5.0 (52)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Italy

Etna Alba: Exciting excursion with Typical Sicilian Breakfast (Private Tour)

A 5-hour private tour that ascends Mount Etna to catch sunrise from the Sartorius crater ridges, then descends through lava tunnels and 1950s eruption fields toward Valle del Bove. You'll explore the Grotta della Neve ice cave, traverse blackened terrain at Monte Fontane, and return to base for traditional Sicilian granita and brioche. A 4WD vehicle handles the terrain; the pace suits all fitness levels.

5 hoursfrom AUD $233
Official Ape Dolce Vita Tour - Amalfi Coast
5.0 (52)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Official Ape Dolce Vita Tour - Amalfi Coast

Ride the Amalfi Coast in a restored Ape Calessino—the three-wheeled vehicle that defined 1950s Italian cinema—on this three-hour coastal run from Ravello to Positano. Your guide navigates the switchbacks and hairpins, stopping at postcard vistas across Atrani and Amalfi whilst sharing the stories of the villages and figures who shaped this stretch of Campania. Between the vintage machine, the Mediterranean backdrop, and a proper lemon refreshment, you'll see why locals never tire of this route.

3 hoursfrom AUD $700
Bologna Food Tour and Enogastronomia Experience with Local Chef
5.0 (52)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Bologna Food Tour and Enogastronomia Experience with Local Chef

A chef-led food walk through Bologna's medieval heart, tasting the region's protected-origin products and cooking traditions. Starting with coffee and pastry beneath Renaissance arcades, you'll visit artisan producers across the Quadrilatero district, eat handmade tagliatelle at a working trattoria, and finish with gelato. Three hours forty minutes with a guide who trained in Michelin kitchens and holds formal qualifications in Emilia-Romagna gastronomy.

3h 40mfrom AUD $158
Wine and olive oil tastings with the locals
5.0 (52)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Wine and olive oil tastings with the locals

Spend a day in Tuscany's countryside visiting working family estates where you'll taste wines and oils straight from producers who've been crafting them for generations. Based from Cortona, you'll be collected from your hotel and guided through 8 hours of genuine tasting sessions, learning how each vintage and pressing comes together. By day's end, you'll have swapped stories with the families behind the bottles and tins.

8 hoursfrom AUD $350
Private Guided Tour to the Path of the Gods - Half day
5.0 (52)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Italy

Private Guided Tour to the Path of the Gods - Half day

A 3–4 hour private walk along Italy's Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods) on the Amalfi Coast, led by a local guide. The route traces clifftop terrain above the Mediterranean, winding through wild herbs and coastal scrub with views down to rocky shores. You'll navigate siren mythology and village lore whilst discovering how pockets of the coast have kept their rhythms largely untouched by modern tourism.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $233
The Four Seasons in Florence
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🛕 Culture & History
Italy

The Four Seasons in Florence

Spend an evening in Florence's historic Auditorium Santa Croce al Tempio listening to Vivaldi's Four Seasons alongside Mozart and Bach performed by an accomplished ensemble. This 70-minute concert sits you in an intimate space layered with centuries of history, letting classical masterworks unfold in their proper setting. Whether you know these pieces inside-out or you're curious what the fuss is about, the night delivers genuine musical substance without pretension.

1h 10mfrom AUD $50
Private Cooking Classes in Rome!
5.0 (51)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Private Cooking Classes in Rome!

Learn to make three Roman classics—ravioli, tagliolini cacio e pepe, and tiramisu—in a purpose-built kitchen in Rome over three hours. This private class keeps groups small (up to eight people) so you work at your own station with a cooktop, building real hands-on skills rather than watching a demonstration. You'll cook, eat what you've made, taste wine, and leave with printed recipes and a certificate.

3 hoursfrom AUD $245
From Bolzano - Private Tour by car: THE BEST OF THE DOLOMITES IN JUST ONE DAY
5.0 (51)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

From Bolzano - Private Tour by car: THE BEST OF THE DOLOMITES IN JUST ONE DAY

A 10-hour private drive covering 300 km across the Dolomites, following the legendary Great Dolomites Road from Bolzano to Cortina d'Ampezzo. You'll traverse alpine passes, skirt turquoise lakes, and experience both the western and eastern ranges of this UNESCO-listed mountain landscape. Your English or Italian-speaking driver handles all logistics—tolls, parking, water included—leaving you free to absorb the scenery.

10 hoursfrom AUD $2333
Amalfi coast treasures: Positano and Amalfi Day Cruise
5.0 (51)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Amalfi coast treasures: Positano and Amalfi Day Cruise

Spend a full day cruising the Amalfi coastline aboard a private boat with an experienced captain who'll tailor the route to suit you. You'll glide past the protected Li Galli Islands, anchor in crystalline coves for swimming and snorkelling, then explore Positano and Amalfi on foot. Stop for lunch at waterfront restaurants (your choice), with plenty of flexibility to linger where you want and skip what you don't. Seven to eight hours of coastal beauty, measured at your pace.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2167
taxi / transfer service to and from airports
5.0 (51)
✈️ Transfers
Italy

taxi / transfer service to and from airports

Door-to-door airport transfer across Italy in a quality vehicle, handling the handoff from landing to your next stop. A driver meets you at arrivals with your name on a card, takes your luggage, and drives you to your destination—no hunting for taxis or deciphering local transport. Journeys typically run 30 minutes to an hour depending on location. Reliable, on-time service that removes the friction from travel.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $367
Segway Tour Caruggi - 1 ora
5.0 (51)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Segway Tour Caruggi - 1 ora

Zip through Genoa's sprawling medieval quarter on a Segway, covering ground that would take hours on foot. This one-hour guided tour steers you through narrow cobbled lanes and past the city's most significant landmarks, giving you a genuine sense of the old town's scale and character without the exhaustion. You'll get a safety briefing and full kit before heading out with a guide who knows the backstreets well.

1 hourfrom AUD $50
Private Tour Taormina and Castelmola
5.0 (51)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Private Tour Taormina and Castelmola

A private 5–6 hour loop from Messina takes you up to the hilltop village of Castelmola, where Mount Etna dominates the skyline and the historic Turrisi bar serves almond wine. You'll descend into Taormina to wander Corso Umberto's boutiques and the ancient Greek theatre, then pause at scenic overlooks—the Balcony with views of Isola Bella and Cristo Re, where Europe's largest astronomical clock sits on the cathedral facing the Strait. Transport, refreshments and snacks included throughout.

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $217
Tour Cinque Terre and Pisa Leaning Tower from Florence Private
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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Tour Cinque Terre and Pisa Leaning Tower from Florence Private

A 12-hour private excursion from Florence combining Italy's most dramatic coastal villages with Pisa's iconic tower. Travel in a Mercedes minivan with your driver doubling as cultural companion, taking you by boat, train and foot through Cinque Terre's five clifftop settlements clinging to the Ligurian coast. The route captures both the architectural marvel of Pisa and the raw, untamed beauty of villages where locals still outnumber tourists.

12 hoursfrom AUD $3192
Isla Experience in Cagliari Boat Tour
5.0 (50)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Isla Experience in Cagliari Boat Tour

A 4-hour shared boat tour departing from Marina di Sant'Elmo that threads along Cagliari's southern coastline, stopping at secluded anchorages for swimming and snorkelling. You'll visit Cala Bernat, Cala Mosca, Cala Fighera and Sella del Diavolo, with time to float in translucent waters before returning to a spread of regional nibbles and cold drinks aboard. The skipper navigates; you relax and explore at a gentle pace.

4 hoursfrom AUD $100
Private transfer from Naples to the Amalfi Coast, or vice versa
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Italy

Private transfer from Naples to the Amalfi Coast, or vice versa

Skip the chaos of Naples public transport and travel in comfort to Positano or the wider Amalfi Coast in a private Mercedes or VW minivan. Your bilingual driver handles the winding coastal roads whilst you settle in—they're happy to point out local history as you go. Want to break the journey? Add a 2–2.5 hour stop at Pompeii, Herculaneum or Mt. Vesuvius and turn the drive into something more substantial.

from AUD $233
Private tour to the Path of the Gods with Gennaro
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Private tour to the Path of the Gods with Gennaro

Gennaro, an Amalfi native steeped in coastal heritage, guides you along the Path of the Gods—a 4–5 hour walk threading clifftop vistas between villages. He shares three millennia of local stories, introduces you to residents, and steers you toward the most striking viewpoints and photo spots. The pace stays leisurely, letting the landscape breathe.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $233
Private Walking Tour through the Historical City of Herculaneum
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🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Private Walking Tour through the Historical City of Herculaneum

Walk through Herculaneum with an archaeology specialist who reveals how volcanic ash froze this Roman city in time. Over two hours, you'll navigate the excavated streets of this remarkably preserved settlement near Naples, spotting intact wooden beams, household goods and the skeletal remains of residents caught by Vesuvius's eruption. The guide leads you through domestic quarters, commercial spaces and down to the ancient shoreline where the final tragedy unfolded. A compact alternative to Pompeii, ideal for those wanting substance without the sprawl.

2 hoursfrom AUD $142
Private Transfer From Positano Hotels to Naples
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Italy

Private Transfer From Positano Hotels to Naples

Skip the stress of navigating coastal roads from Positano to Naples with a private car and driver. You'll be collected from your hotel lobby and driven in a climate-controlled vehicle to Naples airport, train station, or your destination hotel. The journey takes roughly two hours. Your English-speaking driver handles the winding Amalfi coast routes while you settle in—ideal if you're catching a flight or train and want to arrive fresh.

from AUD $192
From Rome: Private Day Trip To Abruzzo, Hidden Gem Of Italy
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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

From Rome: Private Day Trip To Abruzzo, Hidden Gem Of Italy

A nine-hour private excursion into Abruzzo's highland landscape, departing from Rome. You'll visit three remarkable sites: the sweeping pastures of Campo Imperatore, Italy's loftiest castle at Rocca Calascio, and the stone village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio. Lunch happens at a working mountain restaurant known for its wood-fired meats and regional wines. Your English-speaking local guide drives up to eight of you in a climate-controlled van, collecting you from your accommodation.

9 hoursfrom AUD $813
Rome Private Half-Day Tour with Option Golf Cart or Classic eFiat
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Italy

Rome Private Half-Day Tour with Option Golf Cart or Classic eFiat

Cruise Rome's centre in a private golf cart or classic eFiat with an English-speaking driver for three hours. You'll hit the major landmarks—Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Navona Square, Spanish Steps, Colosseum, and more—without the walking fatigue. Your driver picks you up from your hotel and tailors the route to what interests you, whether that's ancient ruins, baroque piazzas, or hidden gardens. Stress-free sightseeing at a relaxed pace.

3 hoursfrom AUD $450
Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour from Sorrento, Positano or Naples
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Italy

Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour from Sorrento, Positano or Naples

Cruise the Amalfi Coast aboard a private Gozzo with your own English-speaking skipper over eight hours. This UNESCO-recognised coastline unfolds from the water as you visit celebrated towns, swim in crystalline inlets, and enjoy wine and local fare. Departing from Sorrento, Positano or Naples, you'll experience the dramatic cliffs and charming villages at your own pace, with hotel transfers included from Sorrento.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1708
Shore Excursion to the Amalfi Coast
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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Shore Excursion to the Amalfi Coast

Explore three jewels of the Amalfi Coast in a single day with a private driver who navigates the winding coastal roads for you. Start in Positano, where pastel houses tumble down cliffside streets lined with boutiques and artisan ceramic shops. Push on to Amalfi town to wander its cathedral squares and soak up centuries of maritime trading history—the sfusato lemon here built fortunes and still dominates local menus. End in Ravello, perched impossibly high above the sea, where art galleries, flowering terraces, and acclaimed wines reward the clifftop views. Eight to ten hours door-to-door.

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $2564
Tour to San Vito lo Capo Zingaro reserve and Castellammare
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Italy

Tour to San Vito lo Capo Zingaro reserve and Castellammare

A half-day boat journey along Sicily's northern coast, departing from San Vito lo Capo to explore the Zingaro reserve and Castellammare shoreline. You'll travel by speedboat with a skipper who knows these waters intimately, stopping to swim and snorkel in crystalline coves. The itinerary balances action with leisure—expect time anchored in secluded spots, local Sicilian refreshments, and the chance to see the dramatic cliffside landscape from the water's vantage point.

8 hoursfrom AUD $225
Felsina Culinaria - Personalised Private Cooking Course
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Italy

Felsina Culinaria - Personalised Private Cooking Course

Learn to cook three Bolognese dishes during a three-hour private session at Villa degli Olmi, a hilltop estate overlooking the Po Valley. Work one-on-one with instructors as you prepare, cook, and plate your creations, then sit down to eat what you've made whilst taking in sweeping countryside views. Classes run in English, Italian, or French, and you can take leftovers home.

3 hoursfrom AUD $467
Private Tour: Siena Walking Tour
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Italy

Private Tour: Siena Walking Tour

Explore Siena's medieval heart with a knowledgeable guide over two hours. This Tuscan gem reveals Gothic architecture, narrow cobbled streets, and architectural details most visitors miss. Your guide navigates you through the town's layered history, pointing out the craftsmanship and design choices that make Siena distinct from other Italian hill towns. You'll cover main landmarks and quieter corners, learning how the city functioned in its medieval heyday.

2 hoursfrom AUD $300
Truffle Hunting & Tasting in San Miniato Tuscany with Dogs
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Italy

Truffle Hunting & Tasting in San Miniato Tuscany with Dogs

Hunt for truffles across San Miniato's rolling hills alongside trained dogs and a seasoned forager who reads the landscape like a map. This 1.5–3 hour expedition combines the thrill of the search with genuine sensory learning—you'll spot how dogs pinpoint these buried fungi, then taste what you've helped unearth, paired with local wine. It's a working afternoon in Tuscany, not a performance.

1h 30m – 3 hoursfrom AUD $158
Cagliari Luxury Boat Tour: 3h Premium Snorkeling on New 8m Boat
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Cagliari Luxury Boat Tour: 3h Premium Snorkeling on New 8m Boat

Explore the Gulf of Cagliari's quietest coves aboard a sleek 8-metre vessel with a local skipper steering the way. This 3-hour snorkel trip departs from the city centre and visits four sheltered anchorages—from the secluded Calamosca to the turquoise Piscine di Gasole—with all gear, towels, and freshwater rinsing included. Small groups mean no jostling; just clear water, comfortable seating under canvas, and a skipper who knows where the fish congregate.

3 hoursfrom AUD $83
The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour
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Italy

The History of Florence: The Renaissance Era Private Tour

Trace Florence's transformation during the Renaissance on this three-hour private walking tour led by a local guide. You'll explore pivotal sites—Piazza della Signoria, the Medici Palace, and the Vasari Corridor—understanding how merchant families and artistic patronage reshaped the city. Rather than recite dates, your guide contextualises these landmarks within the era's political intrigue and creative explosion, revealing connections that shape Florence today.

3 hoursfrom AUD $275
Transfer from Rome Airports to Rome
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Transfer from Rome Airports to Rome

Skip the chaos of Rome's airport queues and taxi ranks. This private transfer whisks you from Fiumicino or Ciampino directly to your accommodation in a climate-controlled vehicle, driven by an English-speaking professional. The 30-minute to one-hour journey gives you time to decompress and watch the Italian countryside roll past before you hit the city's ancient streets.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $93
Daily tour in Amalfi and Positano from Salerno
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Daily tour in Amalfi and Positano from Salerno

Seven-hour coastal boat tour departing from Salerno that threads along the Amalfi Coast, stopping at sea caves and picturesque villages. You'll spend time swimming and snorkelling in crystalline waters, with equipment provided and snacks aboard. The route takes in dramatic clifftop settlements and hidden grottos that define this stretch of Italian coastline.

7 hoursfrom AUD $1500
Cook on Lake Como with amazing views at our convent
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🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Cook on Lake Como with amazing views at our convent

Learn to prepare an authentic Italian meal in a working convent kitchen overlooking Lake Como. This three-hour hands-on class teaches practical cooking techniques whilst you work alongside instructors in a purpose-built kitchen. You'll cook a pasta dish and dessert from scratch, then sit down to eat your creations paired with local wine and prosecco, with views across the water as your backdrop.

3 hoursfrom AUD $300
Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento
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Italy

Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento

An eight-hour coastal drive tracing the clifftop curves of southern Italy's most photogenic shoreline. Your driver navigates the Mediterranean's legendary switchbacks, stopping in Positano's pastel-painted villages, Amalfi's historic squares, and Ravello's hilltop gardens. You'll hear local insights throughout and have breathing room to explore each town at your own pace, with hotel collection and return included.

8 hoursfrom AUD $548
Seafood Lunch & Wine Tasting with Scenic Golf Cart Tour
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Italy

Seafood Lunch & Wine Tasting with Scenic Golf Cart Tour

Explore a Campanian winery estate by golf cart, then settle in for lunch paired with local wines at Bosco de' Medici. The two-hour experience includes a working vineyard, a 79 AD archaeological site linked to Pompeii, and the barrel-lined cellar before you taste the property's own bottles alongside Neapolitan dishes—from handmade ravioli to grilled beef and homemade dessert.

2 hoursfrom AUD $133
Introdive
5.0 (48)
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Italy

Introdive

Get your first taste of underwater exploration with a beginner-friendly dive in Italy. Over 90 minutes, you'll learn the basics whilst staying safe and comfortable in the water. All SCUBA gear is provided, so just show up ready to breathe underwater and see what lies below the surface.

1h 30mfrom AUD $200
Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Private Tour: Archaeologist-led, Flexible
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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Private Tour: Archaeologist-led, Flexible

Explore Pompeii's ruins with an archaeologist guide, then venture to your choice of Amalfi Coast villages—Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Sorrento, Cetara or Maiori—during this flexible 8–9 hour private tour. You'll shape the itinerary as the day unfolds, timing Pompeii's excavations to dodge peak crowds and heat. A driver navigates the winding coastal roads in a Mercedes van, leaving you free to soak in the scenery and ancient stories without the usual throngs.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $750
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