Things to do in Italy
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La Maddalena archipelago tour: Four island stops, seven hoursA seven-hour boat tour of La Maddalena archipelago from Palau includes four long stops: Cala Corsara beach on Spargi island, the Pink Beach and Natural Pools of Budelli, and the historic center of La Maddalena town. The modern vessel Riviera Di Gallura carries a live guide in English or Italian and has a restroom on board; the operator has run this route for over 40 years.Is it for me?Spend your morning island-hopping across La Maddalena's four best beaches and anchorages with a structured itinerary and long stops for swimming, exploring, and relaxing—no logistics to handle yourself.
Florence: Arno River Cruise on Traditional Barchetto & WineYou board a traditional barchetto — one of only four still operating in Florence — and spend 45 minutes gliding down the Arno under the Ponte Vecchio, past the Palazzo Corsini and the Uffizi, with a glass of Tuscan wine or soft drink in hand and a licensed English-speaking guide narrating the river's history. The small group size and low-water perspective mean you see the city from an angle most visitors never get, and the whole experience is unhurried enough to actually absorb what you're looking at.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Florence's most famous bridge from the water instead of standing on it, and you'd rather have a historian explain what you're looking at than figure it out from a guidebook — the small group size and low perspective are what make that possible in a single 45-minute window.
Praiano: Italian Cooking Class with Family Meal & WineYou’ll join a Praiano family in their own kitchen, learn hands-on how to make fresh pasta and local starters with produce from their garden, sip homemade wine, and share stories around the table. Expect laughter, honest flavors, and a sense that you’ve really been welcomed in—even if your pasta comes out crooked.
Rome Trastevere & Campo de' Fiori Street Food Walking TourYou’ll walk through Trastevere and Campo de' Fiori alongside a local guide, sampling Roman street food like pizza bianca and suppli straight from longtime vendors. Cross Ponte Sisto for city views, wander lively markets, and finish with real gelato on a quiet piazza step — expect warmth, laughter, and plenty of flavor along the way.
Sassi of Matera tour: Frescoed church and cave houseA 2-hour guided tour of Matera's Sassi district with an authorized guide covers Sasso Caveoso, Sasso Barisano, the frescoed Madonna delle Grazie church, and Casa Grotta del Casalnuovo, a furnished cave house. The guide leads you through UNESCO-listed streets, explains the baroque and fresco details inside the church, and shows the original rooms and everyday objects that families used before the Sassi were depopulated in the late 1950s.Is it for me?You walk the whole route with a guide who knows the Sassi—the streets, the church details, the canyon, and the story of the cave house—so you understand what you are standing in instead of reading a map alone. Choose this if you want the history explained and the spaces opened up by someone who lives there.
Lake Garda & Sirmione day tour: Walking and boat rideA day tour from Verona to Lake Garda combines a guided walking tour of Sirmione's historic old town, a scenic boat ride to Lazise, and free time in both towns. Your guide travels with you by minibus, and you can add a guided visit to the Grotte di Catullo—one of northern Italy's largest Roman villas—if you choose that option at checkout. The tour runs 7.5 hours and returns to Verona in the late afternoon.Is it for me?Choose the 9:00 AM departure if you want to start with the walking tour and have more daylight for the boat ride and Lazise; pick 11:00 AM if you prefer a later start or want to spend more time in Lazise before returning to Verona. Add the Grotte di Catullo if Roman archaeology and a panoramic viewpoint are worth an hour of your free time in Sirmione; skip it if you'd rather explore the medieval town at your own pace.
Lake Garda: Isola del Garda Boat Tour & ProseccoYou board a boat at Lake Garda and spend 90 minutes cruising past Roman ruins, a medieval castle, and the private gardens of Isola del Garda, with a local guide naming each landmark as it passes. A glass of Prosecco is included. The boat doesn't stop at attractions — you view them from the water — which is what keeps the whole experience contained in a single afternoon without logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lake Garda's main landmarks — villas, castles, Roman ruins — without arranging multiple stops or entry tickets; the boat does the routing and the guide does the naming, which leaves you free to just look.
Mount Etna & Gambino Winery: Volcano Craters, Lava Tunnel & LunchYou’ll walk along Mount Etna’s ancient side craters, explore a real lava tunnel with a local guide, then unwind at Gambino Winery over Sicilian lunch and volcanic wines. With hotel pickup included from Taormina or nearby towns, this day trip lets you taste, touch, and hear Sicily’s wild heart — it might stick with you longer than you expect.
Capri Private Boat Tour: Faraglioni, Caves & ProseccoYou board a private boat and spend the day moving between Capri's sea caves and the three Faraglioni rocks, swimming in clear water, passing under the Arc of Love with prosecco, and getting photos taken by a captain who's been running this route for decades. Pickup and drop-off at the marina, all drinks and towels included, no large groups.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Capri's caves and Faraglioni rocks from the water without joining a large group tour — the boat stays small because the captain runs it himself, which is what keeps the pace unhurried and the attention personal.
Palermo: UNESCO Walking Tour, Cathedral Entry & CannoloYou’ll walk Palermo’s tangled streets with a local guide who brings history alive—touching mosaics in old galleries, tasting fresh cannolo at Vucciria Market, standing quietly inside Palermo Cathedral as sunlight hits ancient stone. You’ll laugh at stories in busy piazzas and end up feeling connected to more than just monuments—maybe even to yourself.
Verona: Bike Tour with Arena, Juliet’s House & Panoramic ClimbYou’ll pedal through Verona’s storybook streets with a local guide—past the Roman Arena, lively markets, Juliet’s famous balcony, and up to sweeping views at Castel San Pietro. Cross ancient bridges and end inside the peaceful Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore. There’s laughter, local color, and moments you’ll want to hold onto long after you leave.
Rome: Appian Way E-bike Tour, Catacombs & AqueductsYou get a private shuttle from central Rome, entry to the catacombs, a guided 45-minute walk underground, then an e-bike ride through the traffic-free Appian Way and Aqueduct Park with an expert guide. The whole day is structured around avoiding Rome's traffic and handling logistics yourself — the shuttle and guide do that work. Book if you're comfortable on a bike over uneven ancient pavement and want to see these ruins without arranging transport or timing yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you ride a bike comfortably on uneven terrain and want to see the Appian Way, catacombs, and aqueducts without arranging your own transport or timing — the shuttle and guide handle all of that, and the route avoids Rome's traffic entirely.
La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour 3 IslandsA full-day catamaran tour from Santa Teresa di Gallura sails through La Maddalena Archipelago with stops at Spargi, Budelli and Razzoli islands for swimming and snorkeling. The Lagoon 400 carries a maximum of 12 passengers and includes a fresh seafood lunch prepared on board, local aperitif, wine and beer. A live guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian, and the itinerary may shift based on weather and sea conditions.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian, so book the language that matches your group. The fixed three-island route and on-board meal mean the day holds together even if weather shifts which island comes first—you get all three stops and lunch no matter what the sea decides.
Rome: Family Golf Cart Tour Colosseum, Trevi & Janiculum ViewsYou’ll roll through Rome’s heart by golf cart with your family, seeing icons like the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain up close while your kids dive into games about gladiators and ancient life. There’s time for gelato and panoramic views from Janiculum Hill — plus moments you won’t expect until you’re there together.
Rome to Civitavecchia Port: Private Transfer with ComfortYou’ll get picked up right at your hotel or apartment in central Rome by an English-speaking driver who handles your luggage and makes sure you’re comfortable all the way to Civitavecchia Port. Enjoy air conditioning, Wi-Fi, bottled water, and some local tips along the drive — so you can actually relax before your cruise begins.
Rome: Spanish Steps Cooking Class with Pasta & TiramisuYou’ll roll up your sleeves in central Rome for a hands-on cooking class near the Spanish Steps, learning to make fresh fettucine and creamy tiramisù from scratch. Laugh with locals, sip wine as you cook, then sit down together to enjoy your creations — plus a shot of limoncello or espresso to finish. Expect warmth, real flavors, and memories you’ll want to bring home.
Turin: Street Food & Wine Tour with Michelin ChefYou walk through Turin's oldest neighborhoods with a Michelin-trained chef or local food expert, stopping at hidden spots to taste street food, iconic sweets, and traditional Piedmontese dishes paired with local wine. Choose between a four-hour morning experience ending in a wine-bar lunch, or a longer evening journey that concludes with a multi-course dinner at a family trattoria. Groups stay small (6–8 people), and the pace is relaxed enough to hear the stories behind each stop.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat where locals eat and understand why, without spending the day researching neighborhoods or making reservations at places tourists don't usually find — the small group size and chef-led route handle both.
Val d'Orcia: Brunello & Montepulciano Wine Day TripYou’ll wind through Val d’Orcia’s rolling hills with a small group, sipping Brunello in Montalcino, tasting Pecorino cheese over lunch in Pienza’s garden (or cozy indoors), and exploring Montepulciano’s ancient cellars with local stories along the way. Expect laughter, earthy scents, good wine—and maybe a view you’ll keep thinking about long after you’re home.
Amalfi Coast Boat Tour: Salerno to Positano & Amalfi Small GroupYou’ll board a small boat in Salerno with just 12 people and cruise past colorful villages along the Amalfi Coast. Swim straight off the boat, snack on caprese sandwiches under the sun, explore both Amalfi and Positano for an hour each, and share limoncello with your crew before heading home salty-haired and smiling.
Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi & Ravello tour from NaplesA guided tour from Naples visits Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello over a full morning, with transportation by coach, a limoncello tasting, and an hour of free time in each town. The route includes a panoramic stop above Positano and time inside Amalfi's cathedral. A live guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian throughout.Is it for me?The 7 to 8 hour span means you leave Naples in the morning and return by early afternoon, which works if you're staying in the city and want the coast without losing the rest of your day. If you need to catch a train or a flight in the late afternoon, this tour fits. If you want lunch included or a slower pace in any one town, look for a different option.
