Things to do in Italy
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Culurgiones Cooking Class Cagliari: Hand-Stitch Sardinian PastaA three-hour hands-on cooking class in Cagliari where you make culurgiones, the traditional Sardinian filled pasta, learning the specific hand-stitching method used to seal it. You prepare the dough and filling, master the closing technique that takes practice, set the table, and eat lunch with the pasta you made, served with local wine, bread, cheese and appetizers. Children from age four are welcome; the class runs in English or Italian.Is it for me?Book this class if you want to learn a specific Sardinian technique rather than a general pasta-making overview—the hand-stitching method is the whole point, and you'll spend the morning mastering it instead of rushing through multiple shapes.
Rome to Florence & Tuscany: High-Speed Train & Winery TastingYou board a high-speed train at Rome Termini instead of a bus, arriving in Florence refreshed for a guided walking tour of the Duomo, Brunelleschi's Dome, and the Medici landmarks. A private van takes you through Tuscan countryside to a family-run winery for wine tasting and light lunch with views of San Gimignano, followed by free time exploring the medieval towers and shops. The van returns you to Florence Train Station for the 90-minute train ride back to Rome, completing the full day without arranging transport or tickets yourself.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to reach Tuscany from Rome without spending four hours on a bus, and prefer having transport, train tickets, the Florence walking tour, and the winery experience arranged in advance so you only decide what to do during your free time in San Gimignano.
Rome: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class Near ColosseumYou’ll learn how to make pasta from scratch near Rome’s Colosseum, laugh over tiramisu mishaps with a local chef, and share a meal (plus wine or soft drinks) with new friends around one big table. Expect hands-on fun, good stories, and recipes to take home—plus maybe a little flour on your shirt.
Bologna: Pasta Cooking Class & Tiramisu with Alessia’s Family TouchYou’ll knead dough by hand in Alessia’s kitchen, shape tortellini under her watchful eye (and Pol the cat’s), taste homemade ragu and sage butter pasta, then finish with creamy tiramisu and local wine. Expect laughter, small imperfections, and genuine warmth — not just recipes but stories you’ll remember.
Lake Como Boat Tour: Villas, Swimming & Prosecco CruiseYou’ll cruise Lake Como from Bellagio with a local skipper, sipping chilled Prosecco as you pass famous villas like Balbianello and Melzi Gardens. Swim in calm waters near Isola Comacina, hear stories only locals know, and get rare views of lakeside villages you can’t reach by road. It’s relaxed, personal — the kind of day you’ll want to remember long after you leave.
Tuscan Cooking Class Siena: Handmade pasta & wine dinnerYou'll spend three to four hours learning to make five traditional Tuscan dishes from scratch — fresh pasta, soup, a main course, sides, and dessert — under the guidance of Francesco, who's been teaching this since 1996. The class includes all ingredients, techniques, and a full dinner with local wine at the end. You'll leave with recipes written down and the muscle memory of how to make pici by hand.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually cook, not watch — you're making five dishes with your hands, not observing from a stool. The small group size (max 15) and Francesco's focus on Tuscan family recipes mean you'll learn techniques you can use at home, not just follow a script for the day.
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour Skip Line EntryYou’ll join a small group to skip long lines at the Vatican Museums, wander through ancient courtyards and galleries with a local guide sharing stories, pause beneath Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling, then step straight into St. Peter’s Basilica if open—all with time to soak it in for yourself.
Polignano a Mare boat tour: Caves, swimming & aperitifA 2-hour boat tour along the Polignano a Mare coast explores sea caves and natural arches accessible only by water, with time to swim and snorkel in the Adriatic. The crew shares the history of each landmark while you enjoy Apulian prosecco and tarallini; snorkeling gear is included, and the boat departs from Polignano a Mare itself.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the caves and arches of the Polignano a Mare coast without arranging your own boat or spending the day on a crowded group excursion—the fixed departure and small-boat format mean you move at a steady pace and stop where the crew knows the water is safe for swimming.
Mount Etna: Morning Crater Trek & Lava Cave with Sicilian LunchYou’ll start your day with hotel pickup in Catania and head straight for Mount Etna’s wild side: exploring a real lava flow cave with helmets and torches, trekking across ancient craters at 2000 meters with a local guide who knows every story, then sharing a proper Sicilian lunch together before heading back down. It’s not just scenery—it gets under your skin.
Venice Rialto Market Tour & Cooking Class with Chef in Local HomeYou’ll join a Venetian chef at Rialto Market to pick fresh ingredients, then cook together in her home kitchen — learning pasta or gnocchi from scratch and sharing stories over local wine. Taste an aperitif, enjoy your meal in a sunny courtyard if weather allows, and leave with recipes plus new confidence in your Italian cooking skills.
Rome Food Tour by the Vatican: Pizza, Wine & CheeseYou'll move through four locally loved food venues near Vatican City, tasting Rome's best pizza, aged cheeses, truffles, handmade pasta and tiramisu while drinking D.O.C.G wines. Groups stay small — max 15 people — so the pace stays relaxed. Choose between a full 4-hour tour or a 90-minute wine pairing if time is tight.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat what Romans actually eat without spending the afternoon researching neighborhoods and making reservations — the fixed route and small group size mean you show up and taste, nothing else to arrange.
Naples: Amalfi Coast Private Tour Sorrento, Positano & RavelloYou get eight hours with a private driver covering the Amalfi Coast's four main towns — Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello — with the flexibility to spend as much time as you want in each. Port pickup and return are included, and the company guarantees you make it back to your ship on time. The only constraint is that Ravello and Amalfi involve significant stair climbing due to their hillside layout.Is it for me?Right for cruise passengers with a full day in Naples who want to see the Amalfi Coast without arranging transport or following a group schedule. You will be out for eight hours, which is what makes visiting four towns and lingering in your favorites possible — plan for stairs in Ravello and Amalfi.
Pizza and Tiramisù Making Class in Naples with ChefA pizza and tiramisù making class in central Naples where you prepare both dishes from scratch with an English-speaking chef, then sit down to eat your pizza with a drink of your choice and a view over the bay. The class runs two hours and includes all fresh ingredients, bruschetta, and your finished tiramisu to take home the flavors you learned.Is it for me?You'll leave with hands-on mastery of Neapolitan pizza technique—preparing dough, sauce, and toppings alongside a working pizzaiolo in Naples's top pizzeria.
Alghero: Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Marine BiologistsYou board a boat with MareTerra marine biologists and search for bottlenose dolphins in Alghero's protected gulf waters, with an 80% chance of spotting them. After observing how researchers identify and track individual dolphins, you snorkel in the same area with a certified guide who stays alongside you. The boat's low-noise engines and strict approach protocols minimize disturbance to wildlife. Masks, fins, and species identification materials are included; just send your shoe size after booking.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand dolphins as animals rather than just see them, and if you're comfortable with the fact that wild sightings aren't guaranteed—the 80% probability and the scientists' expertise are what you're paying for, not a promise.
Rome from Civitavecchia: Vatican & Colosseum Private 8-Hour Shore TourYou get picked up at the cruise port, spend eight hours exploring Rome's main landmarks—Vatican, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Roman Forum, and more—with a private driver and no entry lines. The itinerary is yours to customize, and you're guaranteed back in time for your ship.Is it for me?Built for cruise passengers on a short port stop: the driver meets you at the ship, the itinerary is yours to shape, and the return is timed around your re-boarding window, which is what makes seeing Rome's main landmarks possible in a single morning or afternoon without missing your departure.
Milan: Small Group Cooking Class & Homemade Pasta DinnerYou arrive at a local chef's home in Milan, learn to make fresh tagliatelle and tiramisù from scratch, and then sit down to eat what you've cooked together. The group stays small—six people max—so the host can guide everyone carefully. Aperitivo, wine, and dinner are all included, and you get recipes to take home.Is it for me?This works well if you want to learn a real Italian cooking skill in an intimate setting rather than a classroom, and if you'd rather spend an evening in someone's home than in a restaurant—the small group size and home setting are what make that possible.
Palermo Private Walking Tour: Customized with a Local GuideA private walking tour of Palermo customized to your preferences, with a local guide who meets you at your accommodation or cruise terminal and designs the route around your interests. The guide contacts you beforehand to understand what you want to see; museum visits can be added if you book tickets in advance. Tours run from two to eight hours depending on how much ground you want to cover.Is it for me?Choose the length that matches your schedule and how deep you want to go: two hours if you're short on time and want a quick orientation, four hours for a real neighborhood walk, or six to eight hours if you want to eat, linger, and understand the city's rhythms. The guide shapes the route around what you actually want to see instead of marching everyone through the same stops.
Bolgheri wine tasting tour: 3 wines at Terre del MarchesatoThis 75-minute wine tasting tour at Terre del Marchesato vineyard in Bolgheri includes a visit to the vineyards and winery, tasting of three DOC Bolgheri wines (white, red, and Superiore reserve), and bread with extra virgin olive oil paired with each pour. A professional guide leads the experience in English or Italian. The winery sits 3 miles from Bolgheri village center, a 10-minute drive away.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste Bolgheri wine where it's made, with someone who can explain what you're tasting, and you have your own way to reach the winery. The guide and the pairings turn three glasses into an actual experience instead of a lineup at a bar.
Bologna: Private Food Tour with 6 or 10 Tastings & City WalkYou’ll wander through Bologna tasting tortellini fritti, creamy formaggio bianco, and other hand-picked bites with a local foodie guide. Expect laughter in hidden bakeries, city stories between tastings, and time to actually savor each stop. It’s not just about food — it’s about feeling like you belong for an afternoon.
Venice: Electric Boat Canal Tour & Hidden WaterwaysYou’ll float through Venice’s hidden canals on an electric boat, feeling the city’s quieter side with a local guide. Enjoy bottled water as you pass secret corners and hear stories about Venetian life. It’s peaceful, personal, and lets you see Venice in a way most people miss—the kind that lingers after you leave.
