Activities
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.
Pompeii holds an intense fascination for visitors today. Following the eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D., Pompeii lay buried and forgotten for hundreds of years. The town is high on the list of the Wonders of the World and the excavations begun in the 18th Century are still being carried out today.
Your guide will take you slowly through some of the ancient streets of Pompeii where you can see Baths, Forums and Villas built by the prosperous Romans. Marvel at the fabulously preserved Frescos which adorned the walls and floors of the Villas. Even if your interests do not lie in history, this is an archaeological site that cannot fail to impress you.
Mount Vesuvius dominates the Bay of Naples. It is the only active volcano on the mainland of Europe. The slopes were once covered with vineyards and woods and provided an innocent looking backdrop for the bustling town below. Your private driver will take you to within nearly 1,000 yards of the top of Vesuvius and from here you can walk/hike to the very top and admire the splendid panoramic views across the bay. From the blackened crater rises a single plume of smoke, a reminder that the volcano is only sleeping for now.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Amalfi, Ravello and Sorrento.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops (2 places only): Amalfi, Ravello or Sorrento.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Amalfi, Ravello and Positano.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Amalfi, Positano or Sorrento.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Amalfi, Positano and Sorrento.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Sorrento, Ravello or Positano.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Positano, Ravello and Sorrento.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Positano, Ravello and Sorrento.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Pompeii holds an intense fascination for visitors today. Following the eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D., Pompeii lay buried and forgotten for hundreds of years. The town is high on the list of the Wonders of the World and the excavations begun in the 18th Century are still being carried out today.
Your guide will take you slowly through some of the ancient streets of Pompeii where you can see Baths, Forums and Villas built by the prosperous Romans. Marvel at the fabulously preserved Frescos which adorned the walls and floors of the Villas. Even if your interests do not lie in history, this is an archaeological site that cannot fail to impress you.
Mount Vesuvius dominates the Bay of Naples. It is the only active volcano on the mainland of Europe. The slopes were once covered with vineyards and woods and provided an innocent looking backdrop for the bustling town below. Your private driver will take you to within nearly 1,000 yards of the top of Vesuvius and from here you can walk to the very top and admire the splendid panoramic views across the bay. From the blackened crater rises a single plume of smoke, a reminder that the volcano is only sleeping for now.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Amalfi, Positano and Sorrento.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Pompeii holds an intense fascination for visitors today. Following the eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D., Pompeii lay buried and forgotten for hundreds of years. The town is high on the list of the Wonders of the World and the excavations begun in the 18th Century are still being carried out today.
Your guide will take you slowly through some of the ancient streets of Pompeii where you can see Baths, Forums and Villas built by the prosperous Romans. Marvel at the fabulously preserved Frescos which adorned the walls and floors of the Villas. Even if your interests do not lie in history, this is an archaeological site that cannot fail to impress you.
Mount Vesuvius dominates the Bay of Naples. It is the only active volcano on the mainland of Europe. The slopes were once covered with vineyards and woods and provided an innocent looking backdrop for the bustling town below. Your private driver will take you to within nearly 1,000 yards of the top of Vesuvius and from here you can walk/hike to the very top and admire the splendid panoramic views across the bay. From the blackened crater rises a single plume of smoke, a reminder that the volcano is only sleeping for now.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Pompeii holds an intense fascination for visitors today. Following the eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D., Pompeii lay buried and forgotten for hundreds of years. The town is high on the list of the Wonders of the World and the excavations begun in the 18th Century are still being carried out today.
Your guide will take you slowly through some of the ancient streets of Pompeii where you can see Baths, Forums and Villas built by the prosperous Romans. Marvel at the fabulously preserved Frescos which adorned the walls and floors of the Villas. Even if your interests do not lie in history, this is an archaeological site that cannot fail to impress you.
Mount Vesuvius dominates the Bay of Naples. It is the only active volcano on the mainland of Europe. The slopes were once covered with vineyards and woods and provided an innocent looking backdrop for the bustling town below. Your private driver will take you to within nearly 1,000 yards of the top of Vesuvius and from here you can walk/hike to the very top and admire the splendid panoramic views across the bay. From the blackened crater rises a single plume of smoke, a reminder that the volcano is only sleeping for now.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The “Amalfi Coast Drive” is said to be the most famous scenic drive in Europe and the winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every bend. Each spot is a world of its own, a fantastic world which dazzles the imagination and inspires unforgettable impressions.
Suggested stops: Amalfi, Ravello and Positano.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
From a religious pilgrimage site to a famous film set: come with us across the rolling green hills of Tuscany and Umbria and discover the artistic jewels of Assisi and Cortona.
Assisi, San Francesco’s birthplace, stands on the top of a hill overlooking a picturesque valley surrounded by gentle slopes and vineyards. Following San Francesco and Santa Chiara’s footsteps, you will be guided through winding streets and alleyways to the historical and artistic treasures of this Medieval town.
Back in Tuscany, the tour takes you to Cortona, a delightful hilltop town of ancient origins bursting with architectural treasures and offering spectacular views over the surrounding landscape. Immerse yourself in the setting of the famous movie “Under the Tuscan Sun”, which was filmed in Cortona.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The tour begins with a visit to Siena, where you'll be captivated by the stunning architecture of the Cathedral and the majestic Municipal Building in Piazza del Campo, the heart of the city and the thrilling venue for the legendary Palio horse race.
Next, the journey continues to the medieval gem of San Gimignano, renowned for its iconic skyline of soaring towers. Famous for its Vernaccia wine, saffron, and the exquisite Santa Fina pottery, the town offers a rich blend of history and craftsmanship. A knowledgeable guide will lead you through its charming streets, uncovering the hidden corners and stories of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
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, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, Duomo and Castello Sforzesco.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
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.
Take the day to visit the beautiful Cinque Terre National Park (a world-heritage protected by UNESCO). Enjoy the most astonishing views from land or sea, as you experience the national park by boat or train, and hike on the fabulous trails on the cliff in a perfect mix for a memorable adventure.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
An authentic culinary experience with a famous Florentine Chef!
Meet one of our famous and charismatic chefs and learn how to cook a nice Tuscan meal in the heart of Florence!
The day begins with a trip to the Central Market to go shopping with the chef, picking up the freshest ingredients for your lunch. Meet the butchers, the bakers, and the farmers selling vegetables from their gardens and learn how to distinguish the highest quality ingredients and taste local and typical products!
Next, head to the fascinating home-like professional location, just a few steps from the central market, to start putting your hands on the ingredients as you create your own meal, under the expert guidance of a Chef. Your menu may slightly vary depending on the season and the fresh ingredients available, but will usually be made of different kinds of fresh home-made pasta from scratch (i.e. tagliatelle and ravioli), sauces for the pasta, and a dessert.
Finally, savor the meal you prepared yourself, accompanied with two glasses of a selection of Chianti wines - and get your Graduation Certificate!
Please note that when the Central Market is closed (on Sundays and bank holidays) a special introduction and extra tastings at the cooking class location will be offered instead.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
A great introduction to Florence - the cradle of the Renaissance. Walk through the amazing center of Florence and discover its unique secular heritage and breathtaking beauty with an expert and fun tour guide.
This tour takes you through the heart of Florence, focusing on the legacy of the powerful Medici family and the genius of Michelangelo. Learn how the Medici transformed the city during the Renaissance, fostering groundbreaking art, science, and banking practices that reshaped Europe. Visit must-see sites like Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Medici Riccardi Palace (home of Lorenzo the Magnificent), the Loggia del Porcellino, Santa Trinita Church, and Orsanmichele Church.
As you stroll through Florence's stunning streets, you'll uncover centuries of history, from its Roman origins to its rise as a center of Renaissance art. Explore the places where Michelangelo once stood, and admire masterpieces that have shaped the course of history. This is the perfect way to experience Florence through the eyes of its most influential family and artists.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
See Florence from the water on a "Florentine Gondola"! This guided, leisurely boat ride down the Arno River lets you see and learn about Florence as you haven't before.
The boat or “barchetto” is one of the only 4 original traditional wooden boats left in Florence, conducted by a “barcaiolo”, a true Florentine tradition holder that will guide you with his long-reaching sweeping-oar. No noisy engines, only the charm of tradition and the voice of your expert guide.
Pass by the Uffizi gallery, admire the unique Ponte Vecchio bridge and learn about the mysterious Vasari Corridor, and see the Santa Trinita bridge and the amazing Palazzo Corsini. Then enjoy a glass of cool wine to finish off this wonderful evening tour.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Learn how to make authentic, Italian Pizza and Gelato – a fun cooking class for kids too!
Under the guidance of a professional pizza chef, called a Pizzaiolo, you will make your own pizza - stretch it, sauce it, bake it, slice it. The chef will teach you the key techniques in making a soft and flexible dough and the trick for a flavorful yet light tomato sauce so you can make this pizza at home!
After pizza it’s time for Gelato. The chef will explain why the gelato is the Italy's favorite dessert and will give insight to the 'gelato culture' that continues to grow. Learn the basic raw ingredients, how to select the best products available according to specific principles, development and application of natural colors, the heating and freezing techniques and how they have different effects on the ingredients.
Then enjoy a presentation and tasting of some of the flavors used in gelato making!
This activity is strongly recommended for families that wish to have children to learn about the Italian culture, an easy and fun experience that will last forever in their memory.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Starting from Florence, you will be taken to Siena by an English speaking driver. In Siena, enjoy a guided walking tour of this compact city as you explore Piazza del Campo, the main central square where the famous Palio horse race takes place every year, as well as the quieter backstreets and learning everything about the Contrade, the 17 medieval city districts that compete against each other in the Palio.
Then continue to San Gimignano, famed for its medieval skyscrapers, high walls and narrow streets that typify most people image of a Tuscan hill town. San Gimignano is unique in the preservation of about a dozen of its tower houses, which with its hilltop setting and encircling walls, form its famed and unforgettable skyline. You will have free time to explore this city as you wish.
Finally, savor a typical Tuscan dinner paired with wines in a fascinating location in the Chianti countryside. Then return to Florence.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
*Participants on the Tuscany by Vespa - Single must be at least 18 to drive.
Take a short ride in a minivan from Florence out to the countryside for an unforgettable ride!
Before you head out on the actual tour, a professional guide will give an orientation to ensure the safe operation of the scooter.
Then you're off for a wonderful ride along quiet and scenic country roads with splendid views of the rolling hillside and small medieval villages. Along the way, stop for a delicious Tuscan meal, wine and olive oil tasting and tour a winery.
Mileage: 20 miles round-trip
Terrain: Mostly paved back roads with very little traffic
Difficulty: Easy
Average speed: 15 mi/h
Minivan support always guaranteed
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
*This tour is intended for two people to share one Vespa - one as the driver and the other as the passenger. Passengers on the Tuscany by Vespa - Double must be at least 13 years old and accompanied by one of the parents on the tour.
Take a short ride in a minivan from Florence out to the countryside for an unforgettable ride!
Before you head out on the actual tour, a professional guide will give an orientation to ensure the safe operation of the scooter.
Then you're off for a wonderful ride along quiet and scenic country roads with splendid views of the rolling hillside and small medieval villages. Along the way, stop for a delicious Tuscan meal, wine and olive oil tasting and tour a winery.
Mileage: 20 miles round-trip
Terrain: Mostly paved back roads with very little traffic
Difficulty: Easy
Average speed: 15 mi/h
Minivan support always guaranteed
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Embark on a culinary journey in the enchanting medieval town of Mazzano Romano, a mere 40-50 minutes from Rome's bustling city center.
Your day commences with a scenic drive to Mazzano Romano, a medieval village nestled in a serene and picturesque landscape. This charming village offers a tranquil escape from the vibrant hustle and bustle of Rome's urban life, making it a favored retreat for local families.
Upon arrival in Mazzano, your expert chef will guide you on a leisurely walking tour through the village and its market offering you a glimpse into local life. Following the village exploration, you'll return to the cooking school for a hands-on culinary lesson. Subsequently, you'll relish the delicious meal you've prepared, complemented by regional wines. With your newfound culinary skills and knowledge, you'll be chauffeured back to the heart of Rome, ensuring that the memories of this experience endure long after your journey has concluded.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Today, visit the home of the famous leaning tower - Pisa! In the heart of the city is Piazza dei Miracoli where you will simultaneously see the Leaning Tower, Baptistery, Cathedral, and the Monumental Cemetery. Each of these buildings are stunning in their own way and have unique stories to tell. Be sure to take a photo of you holding up the leaning tower!
Then, you will get 30 minutes to climb the nearly 300 steps of the leaning tower and take spectacular pictures from the top!
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Visit two of Tuscany's most important towns - Pisa and Lucca on this day excursion from Florence. Plus enjoy a tasting of the famous Buccellato cake from Lucca.
The first stop today is Pisa! In the heart of the city is Piazza dei Miracoli where you will simultaneously see the Leaning Tower, Baptistery, Cathedral, and the Monumental Cemetery. Each of these buildings are stunning in their own way and have unique stories to tell. Be sure to take a photo of you holding up the leaning tower!
Then continue onto Lucca. Walking along all the small shops, you'll come to the circular Piazza del Mercato which is built on top of the remains of the Roman amphitheater dating back to the second century BC. Also, see the Cathedral of San Martino and the Guinigi tower before tasting the typical cake from Lucca: the Buccellato.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
A breathtaking, panoramic experience of the Swiss Alps!
Depart from Milan to St. Moritz, an exclusive resort in Switzerland. You’ll have some free time to explore the town and have lunch. Then aboard for your 2.5 hr train ride aboard the Bernina Express through the Bernina Pass, Engadin Valley, wild gorges, icy glaciers, across soaring bridges and through tunnels.
Then arrive in Tirano and head back to Milan by air-conditioned motor coach.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
