City Tours
Traveling through the hills of Crete Senesi, just around an hour from Siena, you will discover the ancient cities of Arezzo and Cortona. On this full day tour, you will first stop in Arezzo, an ancient city with Etruscan roots, famous for its stunning works of art by Piero della Francesca and Cimabue. Visit the Basilica of San Francesco, Piazza Grande, and the medieval Church of San Domenico, home to Cimabue’s remarkable crucifix. Stroll through charming antique shops and boutiques, soaking in the city's rich artistic heritage.
Next, travel through the picturesque Val di Chiana to Cortona, a hilltop town offering sweeping views of the valley below. You may explore the Sanctuary of Santa Margherita, perched at the highest point of the village, and take in the panoramic scenery. Descend into the city center, where you can visit the tranquil Eremo delle Celle, a 13th-century convent founded by St. Francis. As you arrive in the main square, admire the historic Town Hall and Clock Tower. You’ll have time to shop, capture stunning photos, and soak in the timeless beauty of Cortona.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Traveling through the hills of Crete Senesi and along the northern shore of Lake Trasimeno with your private English-speaking driver, you will visit the ancient cities of Perugia and Assisi on your own.
Upon arriving in Perugia, you will cross ancient archaeological finds and the brick vaults of the Rocca Paolina (a fortress constructed in the mid-16th century); then travel up to the Carducci Gardens overlooking the entire valley. You will discover the main sights of the historic city center on your own including Corso Vannucci, IV Novembre Square with its gorgeous Fontana Maggiore, Palazzo Dei Priori, and the amazing San Lorenzo Cathedral.
Then continuing on your journey, you will arrive in Assisi: a gorgeous town with 14th century streets, squares, and churches. Stop for a delicious lunch at a traditional restaurant in this ancient village and have the chance to discover on your own the Basilica of St. Francis overlooking the city and entire valley. It is truly a masterpiece to treasure, consisting of two churches built one on top of the other, and the amazing art works of Cimabue, Simone Martini, Lorenzetti, and Giotto. You will also have the chance to admire the Cathedral of San Rufino and the Church of Santa Chiara, both filled with amazing history. While heading back to Siena, you may stop at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli which houses the sacred Porziuncola where St. Francis of Assisi himself lived, and at the Transito Chapel where St. Francis died.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Take a 4-hour tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and St. Peter's Square. Enjoy the skip the line access for the best Vatican experience.
After a quick lunch break, explore the most important sights of Ancient Rome - the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with skip the line access.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Hike in the Portofino National Park and then reward yourself with a delicious lunch at an Old Mill.
Spend a day immersed in the unique natural setting of Portofino Promontory. Your expert private guide will accompany you on the well-traveled 3-mile trail that goes from Santa Margherita to Portofino. The hike starts with a steady hill climb, then it becomes mostly flat on a paved or stone path. You will walk among lush Mediterranean vegetation, olive groves and amazing cliffs admiring breathtaking views. The hike lasts about 3 hours. Then, you will reach an Old Mill for a 2-course lunch including an appetizer with local specialties and a local pasta dish with pesto sauce, paired with the only beer made in Portofino. At the end of lunch, you will be taken back to Portofino. Feel free to enjoy some free time in this lovely town or make your way back to Santa Margherita Ligure on your own.
If you are staying at a centrally located hotel in Santa Margherita Ligure, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Trastevere is a neighborhood like no other. It’s where Romans choose to eat with their families and where young Romans go for buzzing nightlife at evenings and weekends. You can’t leave Rome without walking through these streets and tasting the best food on offer.
On this 4-hour walking food tour you explore this photogenic neighborhood by night. You’ll sample a blend of Italian classics like pizza and pasta, real Roman street food, less-known meats and cheeses, and amazing wine in a secret cellar.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Visit the famous Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These are among the greatest Greek ruins in the world, and the splendor of the temples in the Doric style, built during the 5th and 6th centuries B.C.
You will then stop at "Scala dei Turchi", a rocky cliff of unusual white color that lies between two sandy beaches, for a short walk.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Visit the magnificent Norman Cathedral in Monreale with its impressive Byzantine mosaics from the 12th century and the enchanted cloister of the former Benedictine Monastery. Then return to Palermo and enjoy a private, guided tour of the major sights in Palermo (like the Palatine Chapel in the Royal Palace, the Norman Cathedral and the picturesque Ballaro' market.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Visit the famous Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These are among the greatest Greek ruins in the world, and the splendor of the temples in the Doric style, built during the 5th and 6th centuries B.C.
You may also stop at "Scala dei Turchi", a rocky cliff of unusual white color that lies between two sandy beaches, for a short walk.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Explore the most important sights of Ancient Rome - the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with skip the line access.
First, visit Rome’s most iconic site, the Colosseum, with your guide who will talk you through the bloody past of the amphitheater, home to gladiators, mock sea-battles and executions.
Then, head to the Roman Forum to walk along the “Via Sacra” or “Sacred Way” – the main path through the Roman Forum, which once sparkled with festivals and triumphal processions as Roman armies returned from war.
Finally, see the Palatine Hill, the most famous of the Seven Hills of Rome. From here, admire the views of the Roman Forum and Nero’s Circus Maximus where chariot races were once held.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Your destination today is the southern part of the Island - enjoy the visit of the real Sicilian Baroque among the wonderful unspoiled charming villages of Noto, Modica and Ragusa Ibla.
The leisurely drive will take you down the eastern coastline of Sicily passing the "Piana of Catania", the coast line of the Ionic sea and Iblei mountains, arriving in Noto. The beautiful antique town was built in 1703. You will walk on Corso Vittorio Emanuele and admire numerous 18th century palaces of incredible architectural value. The streets all leading to Corso Vittorio Emanuele have also many beautiful buildings including the Duomo, the Museo Civico and the Convento dei Francescani.
Continue to the charming Ragusa and visit the old part, "Ragusa Ibla". The tour will end with a visit of the antique village of Modica, famous also for its special unique chocolate - tasting is a must!
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Explore the oldest quarters of Rome on this immersive walking tour. Stroll through the historic Jewish Ghetto and experience a slice of ancient Roman life. Visit the vibrant neighborhood of Trastevere and the insightful Jewish Museum, gaining a deeper understanding of Rome's rich cultural tapestry.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Begin your day in Siracusa with a stroll along the historical center. Visit the Archaeological Park of Neapolis with is Greek theater, the Roman amphitheater and Latomia del Paradiso (with its Dionysius Hear) and the "Ara of Hyeron".
Then head to 'Ortigia Island', the heart of the city and walk the ancient narrow streets, which still keep the Medieval influence, before arriving at the Duomo square, one of the city highlights.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Through the centuries the itinerary of pilgrims, beside St. Peter's Basilica, has always covered the other three Papal Basilicas with their special Holy Doors and their incredible artistic beauty: Basilica of St. Paul's outside the walls, Basilica of St. John's in Lateran and Holy Stairs and Basilica of St. Mary the Major. Pilgrims of the past were reaching all these churches on foot, up and down the hills of Rome, walking and praying. You will follow their 600 years old path with your private driver and guide.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The Borromean Islands are the highlight of a stay at Lake Maggiore. On this full day tour you will visit all of them. Isola Bella will surprise you: its sumptuous baroque palace is completely furnished and its elegant rooms are full of paintings and works of arts. On Isola Madre the atmosphere is even more authentic: you will learn how the Borromeo family created a luxuriant English-style botanical garden full of tropical and rare plants. Isola Pescatori is the most lively, with its many little shops and cafés.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel in Stresa, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
On this walking tour, your private guide will lead you through Taormina's most fascinating sights, namely the Greek Theater. You will also have a chance to see other major sights like Palazzo Corvaja, the Baroque Fountain, Church of San Domenico, and more!
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
No holiday in Sorrento would be complete without a trip to the evocative Island of Capri. Sail across the Sorrentine Bay for the start of an unforgettable day. For such a small an island, about 4 miles long and 2 miles wide, Capri has had much said, sung and written about it.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The Borromean Islands are the highlight of a stay at Lake Maggiore. On this half-day tour you will visit two of them. Isola Bella will surprise you: its sumptuous baroque palace is completely furnished and its elegant rooms are full of paintings and works of arts. Isola Pescatori is the most lively, with its many little shops and cafés.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel in Stresa, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Begin your private tour with a visit to the medieval village of Savoca with its panoramic promenade and famous church of Sant'Nicolò or better called Santa Lucia which was used in the Godfather movie for the marriage of Al Pacino and Apollonia. Then stop at the "VITELLI" bar, one of Coppola's favorite spots. Then drive to Forza D'Agrò, which is, without a doubt, one of the best examples of a typical village which still conserves its medieval street layout.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
This private tour is a favorite for travelers who have been in the Campania region before, as Paestum is not as well known as other archeological sites in the region. Dating back to the early 7th century B.C., Paestum was one of the first Greek colonies in Italy.
You will also enjoy a delicious mozzarella tasting.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
A cultural and gastronomic guided tour of Parma including stops at the most beautiful food shops where you can see, taste and buy the famous culinary specialties: Mortadella, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Prosciutto di Parma, Aceto Balsamico, cheeses and Culatello.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Mount Etna is one of the world's most active volcanoes and one of the Europe's highest volcanoes. It has more than 400 craters, spread all over the Catania county. To the ancient Greeks, Mt. Etna was the realm of Vulcan, god of fire, and the home of the one-eyed monster known as the Cyclops.
You will be taken to the South side of the Etna National Park (Rifugio Sapienza) and reach 6300ft with your private driver. Then you can take a walk to the “Silvestri” craters (last century eruption) and the newest lava flows and craters from the 2001/2003 eruptions or you can take a cable car to the top of the Volcano. Enjoy the desert moon atmosphere! Then, you will stop at a local winery for a light lunch and a wine tasting.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Once in Naples, enjoy a private, guided walking tour of the major sights like Piazza del Gesu’, Spaccanapoli, St. Chiara Church including a tour of the National Archaeological Museum (MANN) with its extensive Greek and Roman collections, a must-see for art enthusiasts.
The MANN was once a royal stable during the time of King Charles III of Spain and today houses works of the highest quality produced in Egyptian, Greek and Roman times. The core of these exhibits is from the Farnese collection, founded upon gems collected by Cosimo de' Medici and Lorenzo Il Magnifico in the 15th century. Additionally, the museum contains a large number of Roman artifacts from Pompeii, Stabiae and Herculaneum, including important mosaics recovered from the ruins of the Vesuvian cities.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Enjoy an exciting 3 hour tour of Milan with a private English-speaking guide. Suggested sights: Arco della Pace, Cadorna, Corso Venezia, Piazza San Babila, La Scala Theater (from outside), Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, Duomo and Sforza Castle.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Mount Etna is one of the world's most active volcanoes and one of the Europe's highest volcanoes. It has more than 400 craters, spread all over the Catania county. To the ancient Greeks, Mt. Etna was the realm of Vulcan, god of fire, and the home of the one-eyed monster known as the Cyclops.
You will be taken to the North side of the Etna National Park and reach 6000ft with your private driver. Enjoy a beautiful scenic Jeep drive through the Etna area and admire Mount Fontana, the Thieves Cave (Grotta dei ladroni) and the lava flows from the 2002 eruption. Then continue onto a local winery for lunch with a tasting of the local food and wine. On the way back to Taormina the drive will take you through the Alcantara Valley, famous for its Gorges.
Please note that a jeep's maximum capacity is 6 passengers, however only 5 are guaranteed a window seat. In order to ensure a window seat for all passengers, you may book an additional vehicle.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Explore the historic heart of Florence on this walking tour, which includes a visit to the renowned Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's David. Time permitting, you may also visit the following sites: Ghiberti's Baptistery Doors, famously dubbed the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo, an exterior view of the stunning Duomo and of the Brunelleschi's Dome, an architectural masterpiece that defines the Florence skyline. This tour offers a rich immersion into Florence's artistic and architectural heritage, providing a deeper understanding of the city's historical significance and cultural treasures.
This tour is available at 9am, 10am, 2pm or 3pm. Please request your preferred time slot at the time of booking.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Enjoy the most comprehensive visit of Florence Cathedral complex and admire the city from an exclusive and breathtaking point of view - the Duomo terraces (that are not usually open to the public) and Brunelleschi's magnificent Dome.
With skip-the-line tickets and under the guidance of a passionate historian, tour the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo of Florence), a distinctive symbol of the city. Designed by Arnolfo di Cambio, the cathedral is the third largest church in the world (after St. Peter's in Rome and St. Paul's in London) and home of masterpieces such as Paolo Uccello’s clock, Vasari’s frescoes and Bandinelli’s marble choir.
Then, begin your ascent to Florence Heaven: the staircase climb, through narrow and open-air corridors, will be rewarded by an incomparable view of the city from the Duomo Terraces, on the cathedral rooftop. Take the most incredible pictures from this 105-foot high panoramic point right in the middle of the old town and learn how the massive cathedral dome was built and how it can still firmly dominate Florence skyline after 600 years, withstanding earthquakes and the passage of time.
Then, if you want to keep climbing, you can reach the 300-foot high top of Brunelleschi's Cupola (the Dome), the highest panoramic point in town.
Included in the price of this tour, you will have a pass valid for 72 hours to visit on your own the Baptistery of San Giovanni, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Opera del Duomo Museum and the ancient basilica of Santa Reparata.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
With your private guide, discover the beautiful city of Siracusa, founded by colonists from Cornith in 735 B.C. and once the most important competitor to Athens.
Your tour includes a visit through the Archaeological Park highlights: the Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the Paradise Quarry. Later stroll through the streets of Ortygia Island, the heart of the city center.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Discover Florence's historic center on this walking tour including the Uffizi Gallery. Enjoy a guided tour of the main rooms of the Uffizi Gallery and follow the evolution of Italian art through the centuries, from the Middle Ages to Renaissance. Learn about Giotto’s revolutionary art, admire the beauty of Botticelli’s Primavera and the sensuality of his Venere, surprise yourself with Leonardo’s mix of rational genius and artistic creativity, and view the main masterpieces by many other unparalleled artists. Time permitting, you may also visit the following sites: Ghiberti's Baptistery Doors, famously dubbed the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo; an exterior view of the Duomo and of Brunelleschi's magnificent Dome.
This tour is available at 9am, 10am, 2pm or 3pm. Please request your preferred time slot at the time of booking.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Mount Etna is one of the world's most active volcanoes and one of the Europe's highest volcanoes. It has more than 400 craters, spread all over the Catania county. To the ancient Greeks, Mt. Etna was the realm of Vulcan, god of fire, and the home of the one-eyed monster known as the Cyclops.
You will be taken to the South side of the Etna National Park at 6300ft by your private driver. Here you can see the newest lava flows and craters from the 2001/2003 eruptions. Then continue onto a winery for a light lunch and a wine tasting and Taormina for a visit of the town on your own.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Discover Florence's historic center on this full day walking tour including the Uffizi and Accademia, home to Michelangelo's David. Time permitting, you may also visit the following sites: Ghiberti's Baptistery Doors, famously dubbed the "Gates of Paradise" by Michelangelo, an exterior view of the stunning Duomo and of the Brunelleschi's Dome, an architectural masterpiece that defines the Florence skyline. This tour offers a rich immersion into Florence's artistic and architectural heritage, providing a deeper understanding of the city's historical significance and cultural treasures.
This tour is available at 9am or 10am. Please request your preferred time slot at the time of booking.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
