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.
You’ll stroll through the UNESCO-listed historical center to see Verona's major sights such as Juliet's Balcony and its elegant Palazzi and incredible roman ruins. Then you'll have a chance to visit the Verona Arena, home to a world-famous annual opera festival.
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 a full day in Sirmione on Lake Garda from Verona with an insider's perspective. Meet your local guide in Verona's city center, board a comfortable van, and embark on a relaxing journey to Lake Garda. Enjoy scenic views as you approach the idyllic lakeside town of Sirmione, renowned for its clear waters, beautiful castle, and charming flower-filled palaces.
Embark on a delightful Amarone wine-tasting tour from Verona with a local wine expert. Explore the Valpolicella wine region, savoring renowned wines like Amarone and Ripasso in two traditional wineries. Your expert guide will share insights into local wines and the Valpolicella territory, making stops to appreciate local vineyards and the scenic landscape.
Learn the secrets of Italian cuisine during this hands-on cooking class at a beautiful venue in Verona's historical center. With an experienced Italian chef by your side, prepare classic Italian dishes such as hand-made fresh pasta, risotto and Tiramisù — all from scratch using the freshest ingredients available — and then enjoy your home-cooked meal together while sipping fine local wine. Take the recipes with you to recreate this fabulous Italian meal at home for your friends!
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Experience the divine food and drinks of Verona on a 3.5-hour small-group food tour. Explore the city of love and uncover its gastronomic delights. Follow your guide through the city and eat and drink like the locals do. Sip rich Italian coffee, savor a local produced cheese, salami and homemade bread, taste some Amarone wine and at last indulge in some Italian ice-cream. It's a must-do culinary experience in Verona!
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
Explore Verona's main squares and ancient monuments with a local guide on a concise bike tour. Pedal through the old town, passing iconic landmarks such as Castelvecchio, Scaligero Bridge, Ponte Pietra, and Castel San Pietro. Capture Verona's photogenic charm and discover hidden gems. Visit Piazza delle Erbe with its frescoed palaces and local market, then cycle to the renowned Arena di Verona in Piazza Bra. Learn about the Roman amphitheater, gladiator games, and the annual Opera season. The tour concludes back at the starting point.
You’ll stroll through the UNESCO-listed historical center to see Verona's major sights such as Juliet's Balcony and its elegant Palazzi and incredible roman ruins. Then you'll visit the Verona Arena, home to a world-famous annual opera festival.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
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 wine tasting with snacks and Taormina for a visit of the town on your own.
Begin your private tour with a visit to the medieval village of Savoca with its panoramic promenade and famous church of San 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.
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.
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 wine tasting with snacks and Taormina for a visit of the town on your own.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An experience you can only have in Venice! A private Gondola ride with music along the canals of Venice while the sun descends towards the horizon.
*Maximum number of people per gondola: 2 people on the gondola with musicians, 4 people on the other gondolas. As there is no explanation, the tour does not include any guide service.
Exact time and meeting point will be provided in final documents.
An experience you can only have in Venice! A private Gondola ride with music along the canals of Venice.
**Maximum number of people per gondola: 2 people on the gondola with musicians, 4 people on the other gondolas. As there is no explanation, the tour does not include any guide service.
Exact time and meeting point will be provided in final documents.
In the city of canals, you can’t resist the tradition of a gondola ride! Embark on a private gondola ride for 30 minutes on the Grand Canal and minor canals and enjoy the commentary of your private English-speaking guide.
*Each Gondola holds up to 4 people.
Exact time and meeting point will be provided in final documents.
In the city of canals, you can’t resist the tradition of a gondola ride! As the sun descends towards the horizon, embark on a private gondola ride for 20-30 minutes on the Grand Canal and minor canals.
*Each Gondola holds up to 5 people. As there is no explanation, the tour does not include any guide service.
Exact time and meeting point will be provided in final documents.
In the city of canals, you can’t resist the tradition of a gondola ride! Embark on a private gondola ride for 20-30 minutes on the Grand Canal and minor canals.
*Each Gondola holds up to 5 people. As there is no explanation, the tour does not include any guide service.
Exact time and meeting point will be provided in final documents.
Discover one of Italy's most important museums, the Uffizi Gallery, under the guidance of an art expert, skipping the long lines!
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.
What’s the most unforgettable way to experience Tuscany? Walking! You will walk through this region’s famous hills on the most classic route – Via Francigena -passing vineyards, fields of cypresses and old medieval villages as you make your way from Florence to Siena. Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Pienza, Montalcino and many others cities in Val d’Orcia and Chianti will be among the stops. Overnight in boutique hotels and at a spa. During the week, you will also experience the best of Tuscan wine and cuisine with tastings at producers and a vineyard.
Antica Corte Pallavicina is a foodie’s dream destination. Michelin star chef Massimo Spigaroli prepares spectacular gourmet dinners every evening as well as bountiful breakfasts. Guests can not only eat here but stay overnight at the ancient castle in Polesine Parmense, built by the Pallavicina family during the Renaissance. This splendid ancient building is the center of a celebrated farm run by the Spigaroli brothers.
While it’s far more common to see travelers hauling cases of wine at the international airports in Tuscany – don’t be surprised to see some with their golf clubs too! This land of the Renaissance, the Medicis, amazing art and architecture around practically every corner, fabulous wine and food, among its many charms, also has great golf in close proximity to Florence, Siena, and Montecatini.
Enjoy Italy’s scenic Lake District and play some of the country’s finest courses. The Lakes are nestled between majestic mountains, and the resulting mild climate allows rare and exotic tropical plants to flourish in serene gardens. For hundreds of years, travelers have flocked here to enjoy the enchanting towns, picturesque villages, and imposing villas that dot the shores.
Sicily is one of the most beautiful places on the planet -- a mix of rugged coastline, sun-baked hills dotted with ruins, lovely towns and villages, and some very good golf. Add to that the food, the wine, and the people – a perfect vacation!
While it’s far more common to see travelers hauling cases of wine at the international airports in Tuscany – don’t be surprised to see some with their golf clubs too! This land of the Renaissance, the Medicis, amazing art and architecture around practically every corner, fabulous wine and food, among its many charms, also has great golf in close proximity to Florence, Siena, and Montecatini.