Tours and Trips in Italy

Explore Mantua and Modena on a private full-day trip that includes luxury round-trip transportation from Verona. See the two cities on your own, with time to visit top sights including the Palazzo Ducale in Mantua, and the Ferrari Museum in Modena. This day trip includes transportation only; the driver can provide some commentary but there is no guide, and entrance fees are at your own expense.

The crowds in the Vatican Museums can be overwhelming during the summer months so book a special evening tour for a truly magical experience. Only available Friday evenings between April and October, you'll have the special opportunity of touring the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel without the daytime crowds. You'll marvel at the works of Michelangelo, Giotto and Raphael and gaze at the wonderful frescoes adorning the Sistine Chapel's ceiling without feeling rushed.

See Florence in a whole new light on a 2-hour evening walking tour. Led by an expert guide, learn about the rich history, scandal and intrigue of the medieval era as you pass lesser-known gems like the Palazzo di Bianca Cappello and Palazzo Strozzi. Hear tales about the powerful Medici family before concluding at one of the city's most famous gelato shops. Headsets will also be provided so you can hear the commentary clearly while you walk.

Scout out Turin's mysterious side on a 2.5-hour evening tour with a local guide. Home to an array of beguiling landmarks tucked away in clandestine corners, Turin has long been associated with magic and the occult. Hear all about it, and learn about the city's black and white magic 'souls' as you explore by coach.

Explore Messina's top attractions while in port in Sicily on this 3-hour Segway tour. Led by an expert guide, see the Messina Duomo, the Arab-Norman architecture of the Church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani and the Neo-Classical palaces that line the bustling squares. Learn about the earthquake that rocked the city in 1908 from your guide, as well as the story behind the area's reconstruction. After three hours of sightseeing, you will return to your cruise port.

Discover what makes Mantua the magnificent gem of Lombardy on a 2-hour walking tour through the historic city center. Hear legends of the picturesque lakeside town, known as the birthplace of opera, the setting of Verdi's 'Rigoletto' and the place of banishment for Shakespeare's star-crossed Romeo. Stroll through romantic piazzas and past medieval landmarks while learning about local culture from an insider guide.

The Accademia Gallery in Florence ranks among the most popular art museums in the world, and the admission queues can be long. On this tour, avoid the wait with your skip-the-line entry ticket and explore the exhibitions with your guide. Hear the hidden secrets behind masterpieces including Michelangelo's David - one of the world's most famous statues - and enjoy the freedom to explore the gallery further when your guided visit ends.

This is a fully private, outstanding tour of Michelangelo's life and works in Rome. Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni was a fine sculptor with an aversion to painting. He influenced the development of Western art like no other before or since his time (1475-1564) and his name is synonymous with High Renaissance and Mannerism. See his most famous works in the city where he lived for some 60 years. Time spent with your local expert guide is approximately 3 hours. After your fully private tour experience, you will be given priority access, skip-the-line tickets into the famous Vatican Museums for the self-guided portion. Recommended time inside the Vatican Museums c. 2 hours.

Explore Messina's top attractions on a 3-hour Segway tour. Led by a local guide, glide along the city's boulevards, passing the Messina Duomo, the Church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani and more. As you travel through each vibrant city square, learn how the area changed in the aftermath of the 1908 earthquake. After three hours of history, culture and sightseeing, your tour will conclude at its original departure point.

When your cruise ship pulls into Messina, why not head out on a tour of the city? You'll learn about the Sicilian city's history and culture, and take in photo-worthy views along the way. Admire the Annunziata dei Catalani Church with its Arab-Norman architecture, then visit the city's duomo before you stop to soak up the views from Cristo Re. The short tour also includes a tasting of cannoli, a beloved Sicilian pastry.

Enjoy a private tour of 4 hours of the beautiful city of Florence. Visit the Academy Museum and discover the less know sites. Your private tour will be just for your family. Your guide is a child friendly guide: all family will have fun while learning. Your tour includes the must see Academy Museum, then Palazzo Davanzati and Palazzo Strozzi. Also a stop for a gelato during the tour is guaranteed!

Enjoy an authentic taste of Rome on this half-day market tour and cooking class, and learn the secrets of making fresh Italian pasta. Kick off your adventure with a walking and tasting tour of the Campo de' Fiori market, then head to a local family home for a hands-on cooking lesson. Learn about different pasta varieties, master the art of mixing the perfect dough, and pick up tips and techniques to make different pasta shapes and sauces. Finally, tuck into your delicious homemade lunch, including three pasta dishes, coffee and dessert.

Food holds a high place in traditional Sicilian society, but knowing where to find the freshest flavors takes local knowledge. On this foodie's walking tour, leave the map behind and follow your guide through coastal Messina. Explore bustling markets and hidden back streets, and sample some of the speciality treats Sicilians love. Along the way, learn of the role food plays in Sicily's cultural heritage.

Explore the historic center of Palermo on a 3-hour walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Learn about the city's history as you see landmarks including Teatro Massimo, the Palermo Cathedral and the Royal Palace of Palermo (Palazzo dei Normanni) - part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stop by the Chiesa del Gesù (Casa Professa), an elaborate 16th-century church, and view the Palazzo Pretorio (Palace of the Eagles). Stroll around the Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini, and browse tempting treats in renowned food markets that offer Sicilian cuisine.

The UNESCO-listed city of Mantua boasts a colorful history dating back to the Middle Ages, with hidden secrets round every corner. On this walking tour, follow a guide through the Old Town to the city's top attractions and architectural landmarks, and learn what makes Mantua so special. Wander from the Ducal Palace's pretty courtyards to the medieval Piazza Broletto, and listen as your guide brings Mantua's past to life.

This is a fully private and exclusive tour of Bernini's life and works in Rome in a little over 4 hours. Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598 - 1680), great rival of Francesco Borromini and Michelangelo's natural successor, was a religious man who worked closely with the papacy during his time in Rome. Much of Bernini's Baroque sculptures and architecture can be appreciated in modern day Rome. Time spent with your local expert guide is approximately 3 hours. After your fully private tour experience, you will be given priority access tickets into the Borghese Gallery for the self-guided portion. Recommended time inside the Borghese Gallery and Museum c. 1.5 hours.

Dive into a particularly fascinating era of Florentine history with this 2-hour walking tour of Medieval Florence. Learn about the city of Dante during the 14th century.

Our tour will allow to visit all the places in Florence where the series Medici Masters of Florence was filmed.You will have a walking tour in the center of Florence (Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio courtyard, The Dome square with the history of Brunelleschi's Dome and the Gates of Paradise of the Baptistery). You will enter Palazzo Medici, the first palace of the Medici dinasty discovering the one of the most charming fresco of the city, San Lorenzo church - the Medici church - and the Medici Chapel with The Nwe Sacristy by Michelangelo.You will avoid the long lines thanks to priority entrance ticketsThe tour includes: an Italian coffee or cappuccino in the oldest coffee-shop of Florence and a glass of Prosecco wine at the end of the tour.

Trace the footsteps of Florence's powerful Medici family and learn how these medieval art patrons helped spark the Renaissance. Visit Medici chapels and palaces while hearing tales of court intrigue and scandals. Follow the historic Vasari Corridor that dukes and duchesses used to cross the city in secret, and finish across the River Arno with included admission to your choice of either the Palazzo Pitti - the last Medici residence - or the royal Boboli Gardens.

Discover northeast Sicily on a 6-hour tour of Messina and the Ionian coast. Hear informative commentary about the region from your guide and take in attractions such as Santuario della Madonna di Montalto, the Church of the Annunziata dei Catalani, and the Cape of Peloro. Lunch with one drink is included.