Day Trips & Excursions in Italy

Set out from Rome for a half-day exploration of ancient Tivoli, a stunning hilltop town that once served as a vacation destination for the rich. Spend some time exploring its many offerings, including the Villa Adriana which incorporates of variety of ancient architectural styles and Villa d'Este, known for its exquisite Renaissance palace and garden. Learn about the history of this fascinating, fair-weather resort town as you go.

Visit the highlights of Tuscany in a single, 12-hour day tour from Florence. Explore Pisa, Chianti, San Gimignano, and Siena, then visit a Chianti winery for a traditional Italian lunch accompanied by a Chianti tasting. 

Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, taste the fruits of the Chianti wine region, and admire the Tuscan countryside's one-of-a-kind scenery on this full-day tour. With just a small group for company, set off in the morning from Florence via comfortable minivan. You'll go for a guided walking tour of Siena and will have free time for lunch at a traditional trattoria (own expense). Then, continue to the medieval town of San Gimignano. Finally, go for an indulgent tour and tasting at a local winery before returning to Florence.

Gain an insider's perspective of Capri, hailed as one of Italy's most beautiful islands, on this comprehensive 7-hour tour from Naples. Travel with ease in an air-conditioned vehicle and tick off Capri highlights such as the Gardens of Augustus, Anacapri, and the Villa San Michele. Please your palate with lunch in an Italian restaurant and enjoy free time to explore Capri's center, replete with exclusive boutiques and traditional cafes. Lunch is included. Ferry fare and entrance fees are payable at your own expense.

Discover the heart of Renaissance history with this independent day trip from Venice to Florence by high-speed train. All transportation essentials will be arranged for you, including a round-trip train ticket and a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Florence attractions like the Ufizzi Gallery and the iconic red-capped Duomo.

Experience Florence's major landmarks and attractions on an all-day tour from Rome. After convenient hotel pickup and a 90-minute high-speed train ride, meet a local guide at the station in Florence and embark on a city tour featuring Piazzale Michelangelo, the statue of David at Accademia Gallery, and the Florence Cathedral's "Gates of Paradise." Then, enjoy free time to explore the city's picturesque streets at your own pace.

You will experience the feeling of being close to nature, far from the mundane life and surrounded by the sound of the birds and your horse on the Vesuvius mountain. The ride is suitable both for beginners and experts - we will be there to help you! You will receive a small training and you'll be guided throughout this exciting excursion. Our experience will start with a tour of our Ranch, you will have the possibility to approach to all the animals we have,then we will jump on the horses and have a little training, finally the real fun will begin!  For the finale we will have spread of locally cured meats, cheeses and produce, paired with wine made from neighboring vineyards

Discover the natural and manmade wonders of Sardinia on this full-day tour from Domus De Maria. Learn the fascinating history of the Porto Flavia seaport, venture underground to explore the Caves of Is Zuddas, then enjoy a delicious lunch (optional) of Sardinian cuisine and wines at a traditional Trattoria.

Get out of Milan for the day and explore the Italian Riviera, seeing the seaside port town of Genoa and prettied-up Portofino on this action-packed guided tour. Learn about the history of both towns, as you take a guided walking tour of Genoa and then take some free time to discover Portofino on your own.

Get out of Rome and head to hilltop Tivoli on this fun half-day guided trip. Explore the historic town and visit Hadrian's Villa and the Villa d'Este, two UNESCO World Heritage-listed spots. With an expert guide, tour the town and its historic villas, learning about the history of the area and seeing an exciting swath of the Roman countryside.

This full-day tour from Rome takes all the hassle out of visiting the scenic island of Capri. After a 1-hour train journey from Rome, meet your guide in Naples and skim over the water in a jetfoil to Capri. See the island's key highlights in a single day, from the Blue Grotto and Mount Solaro to the towns of Capri and Anacapri, as well as the Gardens of Augustus.

Get to know Verona during a day trip from the Lake Garda region, led by a local guide. Perfect for first-time visitors, the tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from the lake's major towns plus a walking tour that takes in the Verona Arena, Juliet's House, and Piazza Erbe. You'll learn the history behind the landmarks as you explore, then have free time to scout out the chic shops for which Verona is known.

The scenic Amalfi Coast and the ancient ruins of Pompeii are both UNESCO World Heritage sites and unmissable highlights of the Campania Region. This tour lets you visit both in one day, with comfortable round-trip transport from Rome by private vehicle. Explore the Roman city of Pompeii on a guided walking tour with a private guide, then enjoy free time in the coastal towns of Positano and Sorrento.

Discover the famous beauty of one of Italy's most iconic shorelines with this full-day tour of the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento. Travel in an air-conditioned minicoach along spectacular coastal roads, stopping to visit the region's three most popular and beautiful villages - Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. With tips from your knowledgeable guide, enjoy leisure time in each town to stroll narrow cobblestone streets, shop for unique handmade goods or perhaps dine on the waterfront.

Enjoy a full-day tour into the heart of the beautiful Tuscan countryside. Visit the town of San Gimignano, the wine territory of Chianti, the medieval town of Siena and the Monteriggioni fortress.

Explore the highlights of the Amalfi Coast and the Greek ruins of Paestum with this full-day trip from Sorrento or Positano. Enjoy visit to the towns of Amalfi and Positano with free time in each place. Continue on to Paestum to admire the ruins of ancient Greek temples with a 2-hour guided tour.

Staying in Florence but want to see Rome? Take this day trip by fast train to the Italian capital and enjoy a morning of free time followed by an afternoon Ancient Rome and Colosseum tour. Skip the admission lines outside both the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, learn about the gladiators of bygone days from a guide, and, finally, relax on the train journey back to Florence.

Tuscany is famous for its medieval towns, gourmet cuisine, and fine wines, and this full-day tour from Rome checks off all three. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage towns of Siena and San Gimignano, sample wines from the Chianti region, and taste a selection of delicious Tuscan foods.

Get up close to fiery Mt. Vesuvius on a 4-hour tour from Naples. After traveling to the highest vehicle-accessible point, you'll hike for 25 minutes up a mountain path to the crater's lip. Peer deep into the earth, then gaze outwards at the Bay of Naples as a volcanologist explains the volcano's history and the devastating impact of its AD 79 eruption. Numbers are limited to just 25 people.

Discover one of Italy's off-the-beaten-track islands on a full-day cruise trip to Ponza from Anzio. Ride a ferry to Ponza, and enjoy a 5-hour shared round-island boat trip. Sail by rugged cliffs and bays, swim and snorkel around grottoes, relax on deck, and enjoy an onboard pasta lunch. Choose a round-trip tour including return to Anzio, or an open return to extend your stay in Ponza. Lunch, drinks, and ferry and boat trips included.