Get acquainted with a new destination or explore one of your favorite Italian cities in a new and exciting way!
Whether you are looking to cover the must-see's, have more hands on experience with a cooking class, or really want to get out into the country with a bike ride, we have a wide selection for you to choose from.
Below are lists by city or category for you to browse while dreaming up your perfect vacation.
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.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Avoid the crowds and the heat of the daytime and visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel after official closing times.
A must see for those who enjoy visiting Ancient Roman ruins and some experts are calling this site "The Better Pompeii" - Come see why! Ancient Ostia is reachable by local train from Rome and the buildings and sites are incredibly well preserved, better than favorites in the Roman Forum, Imperial Forum and Pompeii.
Highlights include, but are not limited to: Baths of Neptune, the main street Decumanus Maximus, Ostia's Amphitheater, Forum of the Corporations, the Collegiate Temple, the laundry shop and public baths.
Experience the Best of Tuscany in a Day: Visit Montepulciano, Pienza, and a Renowned Vineyard for a 3-Course Lunch & Wine Tasting. Enjoy the simplicity of Tuscan life with a local guide, see the Renaissance Church of St. Biagio, savor lunch with locally sourced products at a vineyard famous for Brunello di Montalcino, and end your day in Pienza for Pecorino cheese and stunning views.
See the best of Milan, from the iconic Duomo and the impressive Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a 19th century glass vaulted arcade, to the most famous shopping and dining areas of the city in the Brera District and the Castello Sforzesco, an imposing medieval castle and fortress. Plus get an intimate viewing of da Vinci's Last Supper.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Start the day on a private air-conditioned coach with a trip over the border into Switzerland where you will discover the incredible lake town of Lugano and even have the opportunity to take home some Swiss Chocolate! Then, continue onto Bellagio, known as “the pearl of Lake Como,” where you will have time to leisurely enjoy the town at your own pace and find winding medieval alleys, authentic shops, as well as lots of options for lunch. End your tour with a boat trip on Lake Como.
Enjoy a tour of the most famous sites in Venice: the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Once home to the Duke of Venice and the city’s courts, the Doge's Palace features the very best and the very worst of Venice’s history – from vast paintings by Tintoretto and Veronese to the wooden slot where accusations of treason were slipped to the fearsome Secret Police.
Escape the crowds of Venice and explore Murano, a small island world-famous for its glass, and Burano, famous for its centuries old tradition of lace-making and for its houses huddled tightly together and each painted a different color. This tour also includes live demonstrations in the art of glassblowing and lace-making led by master artisans.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Embark on a journey to Umbria to discover the beautiful medieval town of Orvieto and the mystic and sacred town of Assisi.
Perched on a volcanic plateau, Orvieto showcases a captivating blend of history, art, and natural beauty. The town is crowned by the magnificent Orvieto Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Here, you will have some free time to walk around on your own.
A great introduction to the artistic treasures of the Vatican in an enjoyable and hassle-free manner.
A wondrous journey through the spiritual heart of Rome including an exclusive Vatican Museums tour, a view of the mesmerizing Sistine Chapel and a walk through breathtaking St. Peter’s Cathedral. Carefully crafted and meticulously designed to offer unique insight and a privileged viewing of some of the world’s most extraordinary masterpieces, this signature tour is unique among all guided tours of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel because it includes an early access priority tickets, alongside a guided tour led by a knowledgeable and charismatic expert.
Traveling through the Tuscan hills with your private English-speaking driver, you will visit the ancient cities of Perugia and Assisi on your own.
Take an excursion to a land of ancient wine making traditions, unique landscapes, medieval castles and abbeys, and gorgeous vineyards surrounded by woods, olive groves and cypress trees. A region filled with exceptional beauty – Chianti. First stop along the winding hills of the Chianti Castles Route is the beautiful medieval town enclosed by massive walls, Radda in Chianti. This magnificent town is the perfect place to enjoy good wine and embrace the natural picturesque landscapes that surround you. Next is the ancient village of Castellina in Chianti, a town rich with history as if ti
Traveling through the Tuscan hills, you will discover the ancient cities of Arezzo and Cortona. On this full day tour, you will first stop in Arezzo (a city of ancient Etruscan origins) known for its marvelous works of art by Piero Della Francesca and Cimabue along with their great antiquarian traditions. You will also have the chance to see the sets of the Oscar-winning movie, La Vita e’ Bella by Roberto Benigni including the Basillica of San Francesco and Piazza Grande, and wander through the gorgeous antique shops and boutiques.
Your private guide will walk your through the town walls to enjoy a beautiful view over the roofs, alleys, house-towers, churches and marvelous noble palazzos, then moving to the old town center to see Piazza Anfteatro, Guinigi tower, St. Martin’s Cathedral and the typical Street of Antiques shops. Enjoy free time in the city before heading back to Florence.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Peel back the layers of history as you discover imperial and early Christian Rome via the Eternal city’s underground burial chambers, its long winding catacombs and its crypts. This tour provides an exclusive viewing of The Cappuccini Crypt (chapel decorated entirely by human bones), Domitilla or San Callisto Catacombs (ancient Christian burial ground) and the Church of San Clemente (built over an ancient fourth century church built over an even older Roman house containing Christian artifacts and a pagan temple with ruins reaching 57 feet deep).
Master the art of preparing typical Milanese fare and traditional Italian cuisine, enjoy a unique pasta-making class in Milan led by an experienced charismatic chef.
Discover the best places in Turin including the Royal Palace and the Egyptian Museum. Turin has been the capital of Italy before Rome and many buildings and monuments testify the importance of the city.
Get ready to taste exquisite wines and genuine traditional food of the Piedmont region. Leave Turin behind and step into the land of Langhe and Barolo wine, meet local producers and discover the secrets of their renowned vineyards and wineries.
Start your day in Siracusa by taking a leisurely walk through Ortigia Island, the pulsating heart of the city. Wander along the historic narrow streets that retain their medieval charm, eventually reaching the enchanting Duomo square, one of the city highlights.
In the afternoon, explore the renowned Archaeological Park of Neapolis. Delve into the rich history as you visit the Greek theater, the Roman amphitheater, and the Latomia del Paradiso, which includes the Dionysius Ear, along with the fascinating "Ara of Hyeron."
Driving to western part of Sicily from Palermo, the first stop will be the medieval town of Erice, situated 2600 ft above the sea level and surrounded by ancient walls. Two castles make for a spectacular skyline to this town: Pepoli Castle, with foundations dating from Saracen times, and Venus Castle, dating from the Norman era but built on ruins of the ancient Temple of Venus. The view from the castle towers is breathtaking.
Your first stop will be at the magnificent Temple of Segesta. It was built by the Elimian, an old population whose origins maybe are Turkish but were later colonized by the Greeks to become one of the most important Greek colonies in the west side of Sicily. It is the first Greek Temple built in Doric style. The Temple has 36 columns, still intact despite the several earthquakes which effected this area in the history. Also visit the theater, which is a typical example of the Greek semi circular theater style.
In this private full day tour you will experience the best of the Western coast of Sicily, an area famous for the Marsala wines, salt and extra-virgin olive oil. Travel through the Salt Way Road, admiring the gorgeous landscape of the Stagnone Lagoon Nature Reserve, a marine area with salt ponds and white windmills. You will stop at a winery to taste some of the sweet and dry fortified Marsala wines (similar to Port and Sherry) and olive oil and enjoy a light lunch based on cheese, cold cuts, olives and bread.
No visit to Italy is complete without discovering the magic and history that is hidden around every corner in Naples. The city was indeed one of Europe’s most influential capitals from the Middle Ages until the unification of Italy in 1860 and now it is a vibrant city of contrasts and colors – with its rare beauty, regal architecture and delicious food.