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.
Discover the charm of Bologna on a 2-hour guided tour led by a local expert. Stroll through historic squares, admire the city’s iconic porticos, and learn about its rich culture, traditions, and academic heritage.
Highlights include Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica di San Petronio, and the vibrant Quadrilatero Market. A special stop includes a visit to the Archiginnasio, home to the stunning Teatro Anatomico, once used by the University of Bologna’s medical faculty.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
This guided 2-hour tour offers the perfect introduction to Bologna's charm, history, and iconic landmarks.
Stroll through the historic center with a local guide, exploring Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica of San Petronio, and the famous Two Towers. Step inside the Archiginnasio, once the seat of Europe’s oldest university, and discover the Anatomical Theatre, a remarkable example of 17th-century medical education.
The tour concludes at the Clock Tower, where you’re free to climb to the top at your own pace and take in breathtaking panoramic views of Bologna.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Discover the art of Italian gelato in the heart of Bologna with a professional chef. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make authentic gelato from scratch, using fresh, high-quality ingredients and seasonal flavors. Perfect for both adults and families, the experience is designed with clear step-by-step guidance that makes it ideal even for beginners. No gelato machine at home? No worries—your chef will show you easy techniques adapted for any kitchen.
The experience concludes with a tasting of your creations and a recipe booklet to take home.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Discover Verona’s culinary treasures on a guided food and wine tour through the historic city center. Begin with a non-alcoholic aperitivo and traditional cicchetti at a cozy osteria, followed by a glass of local wine in a charming café or wine shop. As you explore the city, enjoy a cone of handmade meatballs from a beloved street food spot—authentic, on-the-go flavor. Then, savor a guided tasting of three regional wines at a specialty wine bar, revealing the depth of local wine making. Wrap up your experience at an artisanal focacceria with an iconic Aperol Spritz—a sparkling finale to your flavorful journey through Verona.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Discover the awe-inspiring Basilica of St. Mark on this exclusive guided tour—perfect for visitors looking to truly experience one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks.
Enjoy priority access and explore the basilica’s stunning mosaics, intricate marble floors, and the dazzling Pala d’Oro, a golden altarpiece encrusted with precious stones. Your expert guide will share insights into the basilica’s rich history and its unique blend of Byzantine and Western influences.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
On this private guided walking tour, see the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens.
This tour is available at: 9am, 10am, 2pm and 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.
Experience the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica with this express guided tour that includes reserved entrance, allowing you to bypass long lines and make the most of your time. As you step inside one of the world’s largest and most important churches, your expert guide will lead you through its awe-inspiring interior, rich with centuries of history, art, and religious significance. Admire the magnificent dome designed by Michelangelo, the ornate bronze Baldachin by Bernini, and the world-famous Pietà sculpture, also by Michelangelo.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Step off the beaten path and explore Florence’s lesser-known streets, where centuries-old buchette del vino—small wine windows in noble palaces—reveal a fascinating glimpse into the city’s past. These restored openings once served wine directly to locals and now offer a unique connection to Florentine history.
Begin at Piazza della Repubblica, the heart of ancient Roman Florence, then wind through the historic center with your guide, uncovering forgotten legends and secret corners. Pause at the Loggia del Porcellino to rub the bronze boar’s nose for luck and hear its story.
Wander down Via delle Terme to spot the iconic wine windows, then arrive at Piazza del Limbo—one of Florence’s oldest squares—for a surprise tasting of a traditional Tuscan treat.
Cross the Ponte Vecchio and trace the Medici’s footsteps along the Vasari Corridor. In the authentic Oltrarno district, discover some hidden wine windows and the stories they hold, offering a perfect mix of history, culture, and photo-worthy charm.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Treat yourself to a full-day private tour through the heart of Irpinia, Campania’s best-kept secret and one of southern Italy’s most celebrated wine regions.
This immersive wine tour takes you to two family-run wineries producing acclaimed DOCG wines like Taurasi, Fiano di Avellino, and Greco di Tufo. Meet passionate winemakers, stroll through sun-kissed vineyards, and enjoy guided tastings paired with local specialties. From historic cellars to breathtaking countryside views, Irpinia offers an unforgettable experience for wine lovers seeking authenticity and charm.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
You'll start your sailing adventure with a meet and greet at the Marina di Villa Igiea Port where your English-speaking skipper awaits to kick off your delightful day experience. With the help of wind and sea, you'll sail toward the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve. This stunning promontory, characterized by dramatic cliffs, lies amidst the picturesque fishing villages of Addaura, Mondello, and Sferracavallo. Throughout the tour, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy leisurely swim breaks along the breathtaking coastline (weather permitting), undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in western Sicily.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
You'll start your sailing adventure with a meet and greet at the Marina di Villa Igiea Port where your English-speaking skipper awaits to kick off your delightful day experience. With the help of wind and sea, you'll sail toward the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve. This stunning promontory, characterized by dramatic cliffs, lies amidst the picturesque fishing villages of Addaura, Mondello, and Sferracavallo. Throughout the tour, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy leisurely swim breaks along the breathtaking coastline (weather permitting), undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in western Sicily.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Experience the mysterious beauty of Rome after dark on this exclusive 2.5-hour guided tour. Explore the chilling Capuchin Crypts, where over 4,000 monks' bones form intricate designs, and uncover the somber meditation on life and death. Then, venture into the ancient Priscilla Catacombs, a secret burial site dating back to the 2nd century, where you'll walk through labyrinthine tunnels and discover early Christian art and hidden stories of martyrs. This unforgettable night tour offers a unique and spine-tingling look at Rome’s darker history, perfect for those seeking a truly original experience.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Join this 2-hour express tour that will takes you through the Vatican’s must-see treasures, ending with Michelangelo’s iconic Sistine Chapel. Please note, the tour does not include a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica.
Save time with priority access to the Vatican Museums and begin your 2-hour tour of this cultural gem right away. Led by an expert guide, you’ll discover iconic masterpieces like the Gallery of Maps, Raphael Rooms, and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo's famous frescoes. Dive into the art, history, and stories behind these treasures without the wait.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Explore the history, art, and spirituality of Rome’s three papal basilicas on this guided tour, led by an expert local guide.
Your first stop is the stunning Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls. Built over Saint Paul’s burial site, this basilica invites you to wander through peaceful cloisters, admire its grand architecture, and learn about its rich spiritual heritage. Next, visit the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Pope’s official seat and one of Rome’s most important churches. Here, you’ll experience the Holy Stairs (Scala Sancta), believed to have been ascended by Jesus, and your guide will explain the profound significance of this sacred site. The final stop is the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where you’ll marvel at its intricate mosaics, golden ceilings, and sacred relics, while your guide shares the fascinating stories behind this iconic church.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Start your adventure at St. Mark’s Basilica, one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks. With reserved access, step straight into its awe-inspiring interior. Discover the intricate mosaics, Byzantine architecture, and rich history that make this cathedral a cultural gem. Your guide will share fascinating stories and historical details of this architectural masterpiece.
Next, enjoy a classic Venetian gondola ride, gliding through the city’s picturesque canals. Experience Venice from a unique vantage point as you drift beneath charming bridges and past historic buildings.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Enjoy a tour of the most famous palace in Venice: the Doge’s Palace. It 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. On this tour you will also see areas of the Doge’s Palace not normally open to the general public – like the cell from which Casanova escaped and the palace torture chamber.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Skip the lines and join an expert guide for a fascinating tour of Milan's iconic Duomo. Start with a scenic elevator ride to the terraces, where you'll enjoy stunning views of the city and Alps, and learn about the cathedral’s spires and the golden Madonnina statue. Next, explore the majestic interior, with its soaring columns and stained glass windows, while uncovering the Duomo’s 600-year history. This 2-hour tour offers a deep dive into one of the world’s greatest Gothic masterpieces.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Explore Florence’s darker side on this captivating storytelling tour. Florence is renowned as the heart of the Italian Renaissance, but beneath the tales of artists and powerful families, many secrets and mysteries lie hidden. From the tragic deaths of forbidden lovers to the grim stories of heretics burned at the stake, your guide will reveal a side of Florence's history far different from the one told during the day. With an engaging English-speaking storyteller, this night tour will leave you seeing Florence in an entirely new light.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Get fully immersed in the flavors of the most famous, traditional products in Italy: Parmigiano, Prosciutto and Balsamic Vinegar. Plus, visit Bologna, the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region and home of the oldest university in Europe.
Take a culinary journey from Florence to explore Italy’s finest food traditions. Start with a visit to a local dairy to witness the making of Parmigiano Reggiano, followed by tastings of this world-renowned cheese. Then, enjoy a tour of a balsamic vinegar producer, savoring aged varieties paired with Parmigiano and balsamic-infused gelato. Next, visit a cured meats facility to learn about prosciutto production, and indulge in a light lunch with local cured meats, Parmigiano, tigelle bread, and Lambrusco wine. The day concludes with free time in Bologna to explore its historic center.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
This morning you will meet your chef at a central location in Siracusa. You will take a short walk to the Ortigia outdoor market to buy fresh products and other ingredients you will need for your cooking lesson. Then you will go to the cooking class location and learn how to prepare traditional Sicilian dishes. The lesson will conclude with a taste of your own creations accompanied by a glass of wine.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Today, enjoy a hands-on experience learning to prepare a traditional Sicilian meal. Accompanied by our chef, visit the local market to select fresh fish and seasonal ingredients. Back at the restaurant, discover the secrets of Sicilian cuisine as you prepare classic dishes such as fresh pasta, macaroni, meat, and fish specialties. Have fun in the kitchen and then savor the meal you’ve created!
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Create authentic Italian dishes in an intimate, hands-on cooking class tailored just for you.
Working alongside our expert chef in a traditional kitchen, you'll select three classic recipes that match your tastes and dietary preferences from our curated menu of local specialties.
Whether you're a novice cook or an experienced home chef, our expert instructor will guide you through each step of creating your chosen dishes during this engaging experience. As the aromas of your culinary creations fill the kitchen, you'll learn the secrets and stories behind Bologna's beloved recipes.
At the end, enjoy the fruits of your labor as you savor the dishes you’ve prepared, complemented by a refreshing glass of local wine and water.
Please note that the cooking school is just a 20-minute walk (0.8 miles) from Bologna’s main square, Piazza Maggiore. The exact address will be provided in final documents.
Embark on a culinary journey through Bologna and stroll through the central alleys of this historic city. Along the way, your chef will introduce you to the local products and ingredients that make Bolognese cuisine so special, and you’ll have the chance to shop for some of the essentials you’ll later use in your cooking class.
Walk to the cooking school with your chef and with market-fresh ingredients in hand. Once in the kitchen, create authentic Italian dishes in an intimate, hands-on cooking class tailored just for you.
Working alongside our expert chef in a traditional kitchen, you'll select three classic recipes that match your tastes and dietary preferences from our curated menu of local specialties.
Whether you're a novice cook or an experienced home chef, our expert instructor will guide you through each step of creating your chosen dishes during this engaging experience. As the aromas of your culinary creations fill the kitchen, you'll learn the secrets and stories behind Bologna's beloved recipes.
At the end, enjoy the fruits of your labor as you savor the dishes you’ve prepared, complemented by a refreshing glass of local wine and water.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Experience the charm of Cinque Terre with an insider’s perspective. Begin your day exploring the picturesque villages of Vernazza and Manarola, two of the region’s most iconic spots.
For lunch, head to a beautiful wine estate perched above Monterosso. Surrounded by lush vineyards and olive groves, this peaceful oasis offers the perfect setting to indulge in local specialties, paired with the estate’s exceptional Cinque Terre wines. Afterward, unwind on the lawn with a refreshing glass of Limoncino, made from the lemons that grow around you.
In the afternoon, take a leisurely stroll through the narrow streets of Monterosso, eventually reaching the lively promenade and the serene Capuchin convent, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the bay.
If you are staying at a centrally located hotel in Cinque Terre, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Enjoy a cooking class at a cooking school in the center of Siena. Join a small group and take a traditional Tuscan cooking lesson to learn the secrets of this delicious cuisine! You will later enjoy eating what you prepared during your cooking class.
Uncover the secrets to making traditional Italian pizza and gelato in this fun and interactive cooking class, ideal for kids too!
In this hands-on experience, you'll master the techniques and ingredients needed to create rich, creamy gelato from scratch. Then, you private chef will walk you through the entire process of crafting authentic Italian pizza, from preparing and stretching the dough to adding fresh, seasonal toppings. At the end of the class, savor the delicious creations you've made!
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Venture to the beautiful countryside of the Orcia Valley to discover ancient, hilltop villages, rows of vineyards, and culinary specialties while surrounded by unique scents and amazing tastes. Crossed by the Orcia River, from which the Valley was named, this amazing region of Tuscany has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004, and it is considered to be a rustic treasure with breathtaking views and picturesque landscapes.
Your journey will take you to the Renaissance town of Pienza, celebrated as the 'ideal city' for its harmonious blend of stunning architectural treasures. You will also explore Montepulciano, famous for its medieval architecture and renowned Vino Nobile wine. The tour includes a visit to a charming local winery, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch and an exquisite wine tasting session, immersing you in the rich flavors of the region.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Venture to the beautiful countryside of the Orcia Valley to discover ancient, hilltop villages, rows of vineyards, and culinary specialties while surrounded by unique scents and amazing tastes. Crossed by the Orcia River, from which the Valley was named, this amazing region of Tuscany has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004, and it is considered to be a rustic treasure with breathtaking views and picturesque landscapes.
Your journey will take you to the Renaissance town of Pienza, celebrated as the 'ideal city' for its harmonious blend of stunning architectural treasures. You will also explore Montepulciano, famous for its medieval architecture and renowned Vino Nobile wine. The tour includes a visit to a charming local winery, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch and an exquisite wine tasting session, immersing you in the rich flavors of the region.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
The tour begins with a guided 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.
In the rolling hills of Chianti, you’ll immerse yourself in the rich history of medieval villages, savor local delicacies, and taste the world-famous Chianti Classico wine. This enchanting region is celebrated for its picturesque towns, ancient castles and abbeys, and long-standing wine making traditions.
Your journey will take you through two of Chianti’s most captivating villages: Castellina in Chianti, known for its historic charm and panoramic views, and Radda in Chianti, a medieval treasure that captures the essence of Tuscany. Along the way, you’ll visit two renowned wineries, tour their wine cellars, indulge in exquisite wine tastings and enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.