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Cooking Class in an Italian Family Home : Pasta & Wine near Lecce
★ 5.0 (499)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Cooking Class in an Italian Family Home : Pasta & Wine near Lecce

A 3.5-hour evening cooking class in a countryside Italian home near Lecce where you'll hand-roll fresh pasta using family recipes, then sit down to eat it alongside local wine and homemade dessert. Hosted by Enza and her family in Corigliano d'Otranto, this is a working household dinner rather than a professional kitchen — you're cooking in a real kitchen and eating at a real table with your hosts and fellow guests.

3h 30mfrom AUD $148
Visit in Pompeii - Pompeii Private Tour with Ada
★ 5.0 (448)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Visit in Pompeii - Pompeii Private Tour with Ada

A 2-hour private walking tour of Pompeii's ruins led by a professional, authorised guide who speaks English, French and Italian. You'll cover the main archaeological sites whilst learning how Romans actually lived day-to-day, with the option to tailor the route to your interests. Minimum 4 people required; entrance tickets are separate.

2 hoursfrom AUD $316
Lake Como Private boat tour from Bellagio with a local
★ 5.0 (367)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Lake Como Private boat tour from Bellagio with a local

A private boat tour of Lake Como departing from Bellagio, guided by a local skipper. You'll cruise past lakeside villas, mountain views, and boat-only accessible spots over 1–2 hours, with Prosecco and water included. The departure time is flexible and arranged with you in advance; pickups available from Bellagio town centre or nearby villages including Varenna, Tremezzo, Menaggio, Lenno and Lezzeno.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $483
Private Tour explore Vulcano Island by Kayak & Coasteering
★ 5.0 (346)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Private Tour explore Vulcano Island by Kayak & Coasteering

A 2-hour private kayak and coasteering tour around Vulcano Island, Sicily, designed for paddlers of all abilities. You'll kayak into lava-carved caves and tunnels, swim in thermally heated bays, and explore grottos — the itinerary adjusts from easy to difficult depending on your group's experience. All gear, including kayak, paddle, lifejacket and helmet, is supplied.

2 hoursfrom AUD $300
Sassi di Matera guided tour with Giulio
★ 5.0 (263)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Sassi di Matera guided tour with Giulio

A 2–3 hour guided walk through Sassi di Matera with a local guide who leads you to key sites across the ancient stone quarter. You'll stop at significant landmarks and hear stories beyond the standard guidebook fare, gaining insight into how the neighbourhood actually functions and feels. Suits anyone curious about the area's history and character, with no fitness barriers.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $25
Discover the Magic of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coast by Vespa
★ 5.0 (253)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Discover the Magic of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coast by Vespa

A 5–7 hour Vespa tour along the Amalfi and Sorrento coastline, with an experienced driver at the helm so you can soak in the views. You'll ride past dramatic cliffs and coastal villages—Positano, Amalfi, Praiano, Furore, Sorrento, or Ravello depending on your pickup point—with the flexibility to self-ride if you have experience and confirm availability beforehand. Suits anyone after a scenic, traffic-free way to see the coast without navigating the narrow, winding roads yourself.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $550
The BEST Private Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour
★ 5.0 (249)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

The BEST Private Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour

A 6.5-hour guided Vespa tour along the Amalfi Coast for riders comfortable on a scooter. You'll travel by private Classic Vespa with an authorized guide, stopping at Positano for shopping, the Furore Fjord for photos, and Amalfi to explore the Cathedral and town square. The operator has been licensed to run these tours since 2012 and includes fuel, helmet, insurance and hotel pickup — food, entry fees and tips are separate.

6h 30mfrom AUD $617
Pizza and Gelato Making Experience with Fine Italian Wine in Rome
★ 5.0 (236)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Pizza and Gelato Making Experience with Fine Italian Wine in Rome

A three-hour hands-on cooking class in Rome where you'll make Neapolitan pizza dough from scratch, prepare gelato, and fry Roman supplì (crispy risotto balls with melted mozzarella), paired with Italian wine throughout. Suited to food enthusiasts who want practical technique rather than theory, led by chefs who'll walk you through kneading, shaping, flavour-building and the science of frozen desserts.

3 hoursfrom AUD $165
The Florence Pottery Experience: Factory Tour & Masterclass
★ 5.0 (236)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

The Florence Pottery Experience: Factory Tour & Masterclass

A 2-hour pottery masterclass in Montelupo Fiorentino, a ceramics hub 20 minutes from Florence by train. You'll tour a working factory, watch artisans hand-paint pieces, then throw clay on a pottery wheel yourself. Your finished work gets fired, glazed, and shipped to your home — or you can commission custom pieces to travel with it.

2 hoursfrom AUD $183
Rome: Colosseum Photoshoot, Private & Custom Experience
★ 5.0 (235)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Rome: Colosseum Photoshoot, Private & Custom Experience

A 40-minute private photoshoot at Rome's Colosseum with a local photographer who directs poses and scouts prime angles. You'll receive 40+ professionally edited images per location within 48 hours, with distractions digitally removed where needed. Suits couples, families, and solo travellers wanting polished holiday photos without the crowded tour-group feel.

40 minfrom AUD $75
Rome: 3 Hours Private/Group Golf cart Tour with hotel pickup
★ 5.0 (230)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Rome: 3 Hours Private/Group Golf cart Tour with hotel pickup

A 3-hour private golf cart tour of Rome covering major sites like the Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica, and Roman Forum, plus quieter neighbourhoods. Hotel pickup included. You'll stop frequently for photos and walking, with a gelato break at a traditional Roman gelateria. Suits anyone wanting to see Rome's landmarks without the pace of a walking tour, and those with mobility concerns.

3 hoursfrom AUD $454
Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Making Experience with Premium Wine
★ 5.0 (219)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Making Experience with Premium Wine

A 3-hour hands-on pasta and tiramisu class in central Rome, near Piazza Mattei. You'll learn to make fresh pasta dough, shape ravioli, and build tiramisu from scratch under an English-speaking chef's guidance. The workshop sits steps from the Renaissance Turtle Fountain, and groups stay small at up to 12 people, making it manageable for both newcomers and confident home cooks.

3 hoursfrom AUD $165
Ponza, boat trip on board the Zannone 1954
★ 5.0 (214)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Ponza, boat trip on board the Zannone 1954

A customisable boat excursion around Ponza Island aboard the vintage Zannone 1954, lasting 5–9 hours depending on your preferences. You set the departure time, return time, and route — within weather limits — making it flexible for solo travellers, couples or small groups. A licensed guide is included; wine, fresh fruit and champagne can be arranged separately. Best suited to those wanting a private or semi-private maritime experience without a fixed itinerary.

5 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $2000
Pasta and Tiramisu Making Class with Fine Italian Wine in Rome
★ 5.0 (199)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Pasta and Tiramisu Making Class with Fine Italian Wine in Rome

A three-hour cooking class in Rome where you'll make fresh pasta from scratch—rolling and filling ravioli by hand—then prepare tiramisu, all guided by experienced Roman chefs. You'll taste your creations paired with curated Italian wines in a small group of up to 10 people, with views near the Colosseum as your backdrop. You'll take home the recipes for both dishes.

3 hoursfrom AUD $165
Photoshoot Experience in Palermo
★ 5.0 (194)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Photoshoot Experience in Palermo

A 90-minute guided photoshoot through Palermo's historic centre, led by a photographer who captures portraits and street scenes as you walk from Teatro Massimo through the old quarters to the harbour. You'll visit signature landmarks—Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria, the cathedral, and La Cala—stopping at lesser-known spots within each area. Best for anyone wanting professional-quality photos of themselves or their group against authentic backdrops, without the pressure of managing camera settings.

1h 30mfrom AUD $133
Amalfi Coast private tour from Sorrento and nearby
★ 5.0 (187)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Amalfi Coast private tour from Sorrento and nearby

An 8-hour private drive along the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento visiting Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. You'll spend roughly an hour in each town to wander, photograph, and shop at your own pace, with an English-speaking driver in a Mercedes handling the winding coastal roads and parking. The itinerary is built around self-directed exploration rather than guided walks or group activities — useful if you want flexibility and don't want to be shepherded through each stop.

8 hoursfrom AUD $599
Private Amalfi Coast Tour: Scenic Positano, Amalfi & Ravello
★ 5.0 (187)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Private Amalfi Coast Tour: Scenic Positano, Amalfi & Ravello

A 7–8 hour private tour of the Amalfi Coast covering Ravello, Amalfi and Positano by air-conditioned vehicle. You'll have unscheduled time in each village to wander, shop and photograph the coastal landscape at your own pace, rather than moving as a fixed group. Suits anyone wanting flexibility to linger where they choose without the pace of a full guided itinerary.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $398
Cooking class in a villa with Palermo view
★ 5.0 (185)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Cooking class in a villa with Palermo view

A three-hour cooking class held in a villa overlooking Palermo, where you'll prepare dishes using ingredients sourced from the instructor's garden. You'll visit the garden during the lesson, then cook and eat together with views across the city. Suits anyone keen to learn Italian cooking in an intimate setting with genuine, garden-fresh ingredients as the centrepiece.

3 hoursfrom AUD $192
Classic Amalfi Coast Tour
★ 5.0 (176)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Classic Amalfi Coast Tour

An 8-hour private tour of the Amalfi Coast with an English-speaking driver and air-conditioned Mercedes, covering Positano, Praiano, Furore, Amalfi, and Ravello. Hotel pickup and drop-off included. You'll hear historical commentary and have leisure time to explore each stop at your own pace, with parking fees covered but meals and museum entry left to you.

8 hoursfrom AUD $430
Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people
★ 5.0 (175)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Sassi of Matera: complete tour for up to 15 people

A guided 3-hour walking tour of Matera's Sassi district for groups up to 15 people, covering the Cathedral, two rock churches (Madonna di Idris and San Giovanni in Monterrone), and a restored cave house. You'll explore the layered history of this ancient clifftop settlement with an expert guide, visiting five major sites across the interconnected stone neighbourhood — more efficient than navigating alone.

3 hours – 3h 15mfrom AUD $75
Civitavecchia to Rome City: Private Tour of Rome Highlights
★ 5.0 (174)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Civitavecchia to Rome City: Private Tour of Rome Highlights

A private 8-hour driving tour of Rome's main sights, departing from Civitavecchia port and returning on time. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver who can answer questions and suggest stops, though they're not a licensed guide. This suits cruise passengers wanting flexibility and door-to-door convenience without joining a group, but you'll need to buy separate tickets for any sites you want to enter.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1217
Ghisallo Pilgrimage - Road and E-bike Tour
★ 5.0 (172)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Italy

Ghisallo Pilgrimage - Road and E-bike Tour

A 3.5-hour guided bike tour from Bellagio up the Madonna del Ghisallo climb — the official ascent of the Giro di Lombardia — to a cycling sanctuary and museum dedicated to the patron saint of cyclists. You'll ride switchbacks with shifting Lake Como views, visit the chapel, and explore Italian cycling memorabilia spanning over a century. Choose between a Bianchi road bike or T-Tronik e-bike. Suit for intermediate-to-confident cyclists with moderate fitness who want to pedal a storied professional racing route.

3h 30mfrom AUD $283
Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car
★ 5.0 (171)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car

A 7-hour private car tour of Rome's major ancient sites, including the Colosseum, Roman catacombs, Appian Way, Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain. You'll travel with your own driver-guide in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. This suits anyone wanting flexibility and personalised commentary without the pace of a group tour — you can linger where you choose and skip what doesn't interest you. Lunch and all monument entry fees are separate.

7 hoursfrom AUD $645
Private Tour - City Center
★ 5.0 (167)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Private Tour - City Center

A 2.5-hour private walking tour of Rome's city centre, moving from Spanish Steps through Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Navona Square. You'll walk at a steady pace through central monuments spanning Roman antiquity to the present day, with a local guide who knows the layered history of each stop. Best suited to those who want flexibility and a dedicated guide without the coach-tour crowds, though you'll navigate to the starting point under your own steam.

2h 30mfrom AUD $192
Private boat tour of the Amalfi coast or Capri
★ 5.0 (167)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Private boat tour of the Amalfi coast or Capri

A private boat charter along the Amalfi Coast or Capri for up to 8 hours, with flexible boarding from seven coastal towns. You'll cruise past seaside villages, sea caves and swimming spots with a skipper, snorkelling gear and an onboard aperitif of prosecco, local mozzarella and snacks included. Capri add-on (€300) visits the protected Li Galli islands and the Faraglioni rock formations. Lunch at coastal restaurants available at extra cost.

4 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1167
Rome: Private Colosseum Photoshoot with Local Photographer
★ 5.0 (161)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Rome: Private Colosseum Photoshoot with Local Photographer

A 90-minute private photoshoot at Rome's Colosseum with an English-speaking local photographer, tailored to your chosen route—Colosseum alone, or combined with Capitoline Hill or Roman Forum views. You'll receive 20–50 professionally edited photos within 48 hours and retain gallery access for a year. Suited to couples, families, solo travellers, and proposals, with guidance on natural posing throughout.

1h 30mfrom AUD $75
Pizza, Gelato & Suppli Cooking Class by Colosseum
★ 5.0 (161)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Pizza, Gelato & Suppli Cooking Class by Colosseum

A 3-hour hands-on cooking class in Rome where you'll make Neapolitan pizza dough, gelato, and Roman supplì (crispy risotto balls with melted mozzarella) under guidance from a local chef. You'll work through shaping and topping pizzas, master gelato technique, and taste your finished dishes alongside Italian wines. Suit yourself if you want to learn genuine Italian cooking techniques and eat what you've made in the same session.

3 hoursfrom AUD $165
Farm To table Experience on an organic hilltop estate in Tuscany
★ 5.0 (159)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Farm To table Experience on an organic hilltop estate in Tuscany

A 7.5-hour farm experience in rural Tuscany that combines cooking, wine tasting and estate exploration. You'll meet at Florence's central station, catch a 40-minute train to San Miniato, then spend the afternoon at Agriturismo Tenuta Chiudendone picking seasonal produce—anything from asparagus and herbs to white truffles in autumn—before preparing and eating a three-course traditional lunch together with local wines and cold-pressed olive oil.

7h 30mfrom AUD $267
Tour in the ruins of Pompeii with an archaeologist
★ 5.0 (157)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Tour in the ruins of Pompeii with an archaeologist

A 2.5-hour private archaeological tour of Pompeii with a local guide who steers you through residential quarters, shops, bathhouses and the forum to see frescoes, mosaics and plaster casts that document life before the 79 AD eruption. The itinerary adapts to your interests—whether you're focused on domestic archaeology or prefer a slower pace with children—and can include newly opened sections for those keen on recent excavations.

2h 30mfrom AUD $467
Private Cruise on Lake Como with Luxury Motorboat from 1H to 4H
★ 5.0 (155)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Private Cruise on Lake Como with Luxury Motorboat from 1H to 4H

A private motorboat cruise on Lake Como lasting 1–4 hours, piloted by one of four experienced captains aboard a recently refitted 2024 Colombo speedboat. You'll cruise past lakeside villas and hear local stories about the region's notable residents, with the option to swim, snorkel, or enjoy drinks onboard. Designed for small groups or families seeking a tailored, safe experience on the water.

1 hourfrom AUD $533
Pasta and Tiramisu Semi-Private Cooking Class with a MasterChef
★ 5.0 (154)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Pasta and Tiramisu Semi-Private Cooking Class with a MasterChef

A three-hour semi-private cooking class for up to six people in a professional Roman kitchen. You'll learn to make fresh fettuccine with Alfredo sauce and tiramisu from a MasterChef Italia instructor, then sit down to eat what you've cooked with wine and fellow guests. The class opens with prosecco and antipasti, includes all ingredients and tools, and closes with a digital recipe booklet to take home.

3 hoursfrom AUD $232
Amalfi Coast tour
★ 5.0 (151)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Amalfi Coast tour

A 4–5 hour guided drive along the Amalfi Coast with a local driver who knows the region intimately. You'll travel by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at key viewpoints and towns to explore the dramatic coastline, terraced villages, and coastal architecture. Suits anyone wanting a structured overview without the stress of navigating winding clifftop roads yourself, and works well for mixed-ability groups since there's no strenuous hiking involved.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $383
Ancient Pompei in the afternoon
★ 5.0 (150)
🛕 Culture & History
Italy

Ancient Pompei in the afternoon

A 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii scheduled for late afternoon, when most visitors have left and light conditions suit photography. You'll explore the archaeological site with a guide while the crowds thin out and temperatures drop. Skip the peak-hour crush and midday heat without sacrificing access to the full ruins. Tickets are not included—arrange separately.

2 hoursfrom AUD $350
Rome: Early Morning Trevi Fountain Photoshoot & Iconic Landmarks
★ 5.0 (147)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Rome: Early Morning Trevi Fountain Photoshoot & Iconic Landmarks

A one-hour professional photoshoot at Rome's most famous landmarks, timed for early morning light and minimal crowds. You'll work with a local photographer who guides natural posing, then receive 20–70 edited images within 48 hours via a private online gallery. Choose a single-landmark session at Trevi Fountain, a classic multi-stop route including the Colosseum and Spanish Steps, or the Grand option to cover 4–5 sites in one shoot. Best for couples, solo travellers, or small groups wanting polished travel photos without the midday tourist masses.

1 hourfrom AUD $108
Rome Fiat 500 Vintage experience
★ 5.0 (146)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Rome Fiat 500 Vintage experience

A 2.5-hour photo experience in Rome where you'll pose with a vintage Fiat 500 at iconic city locations while a photographer captures shots of you and companions. You'll get a gelato or Italian breakfast break mid-tour. Suits anyone wanting keepsake photos without the hassle of self-timing or a standard group tour — the car itself is the centrepiece, not a sightseeing vehicle.

2h 30mfrom AUD $215
Magdalene Archipelago Tour from Cannigione - Luxury 3 Catamaran
★ 5.0 (144)
🐠 Water Activities
Italy

Magdalene Archipelago Tour from Cannigione - Luxury 3 Catamaran

When Em from our team booked this full-day catamaran run from Cannigione, we found ourselves sailing through the Maddalena archipelago with a relaxed, well-fed crew of max 12 people. The luxury Lagoon catamaran hits the standout islands—Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria—with stops for swimming and snorkelling in water so clear it barely seems real. A proper Sardinian lunch and local drinks come on board, and the skipper shifts the route to match conditions rather than sticking to a script. Seven and a half hours covers enough ground to feel like a proper escape without the pace feeling rushed.

7h 30mfrom AUD $195
Cooking class Amalfi Coast by Marco and Tano
★ 5.0 (143)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Cooking class Amalfi Coast by Marco and Tano

A 4-hour cooking class in the village of Scala on the Amalfi Coast where you pick ingredients from the garden and lemon grove, then cook fresh pasta, pizza and regional desserts with chefs Marco and Tano. You'll finish with lunch on a terrace overlooking the coast, paired with local wine and homemade limoncello. Suited to anyone keen to learn traditional technique in an intimate setting with direct access to what you're cooking with.

4 hoursfrom AUD $450
Amalfi Coast Experience with our English - speaking drivers
★ 5.0 (141)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Italy

Amalfi Coast Experience with our English - speaking drivers

A private guided tour of the Amalfi Coast with an English-speaking driver, lasting 7–9 hours depending on your pace. You'll visit Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello in a comfortable van, stopping where you choose for photos, shopping, gelato, and lunch. Unlike group tours, the schedule bends to your interests—no fixed itinerary, no queues, no rushing—making it ideal if you want to linger at viewpoints or explore villages without a rigid timetable.

7 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $517
Private Homemade Meal with a Private Chef in Rome
★ 5.0 (139)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Private Homemade Meal with a Private Chef in Rome

A 2.5-hour private dinner cooked and served in a Rome home by a chef recognised among the world's top gastronomic experiences. You'll eat dishes rooted in Italian family recipes and regional history, prepared fresh while you watch, with the option to purchase the chef's published cookbook featuring the same recipes and family stories behind them.

2h 30mfrom AUD $125
Make pasta, drink wine. Cooking class with transported included!
★ 5.0 (136)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Italy

Make pasta, drink wine. Cooking class with transported included!

A 4-hour hands-on pasta-making class in Salento with wine tasting, small-group format, and private transport included. You'll learn to shape two pasta types by hand, then eat what you've made with house wines from the Leverano region. It's designed for couples, families and small groups after traditional cooking-class chitchat — you'll get personalized attention from the hosts, hear local stories, and leave with a skill you can use at home.

4 hoursfrom AUD $165
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