Private Day Trips in Italy

Journey from the heart of the ancient Roman Empire to the birthplace of the Renaissance on a private, full-day tour of Florence. Travel through the rolling hills and vineyards of Tuscany, and feel as though you've stepped back into the 15th century on a tour of the immaculately preserved medieval city. Admire masterpieces of Renaissance art, including Michelangelo's 'David,' on guided tours of the famous Accademia and Ufizzi galleries, and taste authentic Tuscan cuisine at your choice of local restaurants for lunch.

Explore Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius on a full-day private tour from Positano or Amalfi. Traveling by private air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver, visit UNESCO-listed Pompeii, the town preserved by ash after Vesuvius' 79 AD eruption. Tour the must-sees, including the Forum, with a local guide before a lunch stop (own expense), and time to climb to Vesuvius' crater. Hotel pickup and drop-off and guided Pompeii tour included, with entrance fees at own expense.

See the main sites and hear all about their intriguing history on this info-packed and entertaining 2-hour walking tour of Rome. Get an up close and personal look at the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori and much more.

Escape Rome for a day in the countryside on this private tour that takes you to Tivoli, known for its gardens at the Villa d'Este. Enjoy comfortable private transportation to reach Tivoli, where you can explore the expansive gardens independently. Afterward, take a drive through the area, admiring the rolling vineyard scenery. You'll stop at a local trattoria, where you can buy lunch and taste wines, if you wish. (Food, drinks and entrance fees are at your own expense.)

Visit Pompeii and Herculaneum, then access the crater of Mt. Vesuvius to learn about the eruption that buried them. With your own private driver, you'll travel from Naples and enjoy free time to explore the town's beguiling ruins at your leisure. Later, you'll check out the crater of the infamous volcano, and learn about its inner workings from a volcanologist. If you want to know more about ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum, upgrade to include walking tours with a local archaeologist. Numbers are limited to just three people per group.

Pisa and Lucca are two of Tuscany's most impressive cities, but visiting on a group tour often means limited time for sightseeing. This private full-day tour from Florence offers ample time to explore independently, so you can check off famous attractions such as the Leaning Tower and Lucca Cathedral.

From Rome Hotel: - 7 hours length - Pick up Time 9,00 am - Return Time 4,00 pm Private Day trip from Rome Hotel to the Roman Castles. Our English-speaking driver will welcome you at your hotel or any other place of your convenience. You will go on a day- tour in the vicinity of  Rome through scenic landscapes, inhabited since ancient  Roman times, where you will be allowed to stroll through some of the small historic towns to see how the the locals live. Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. Due to strict Italian laws and regulations in place to protect officially licensed guides, drivers can comment and explain attractions only from inside the vehicle. Drivers cannot elaborate on the attractions when they are outside of the vehicle. 

Swap the sights of Messina for a day out at Mt. Etna and Taormina on this 7-hour shore excursion. After a scenic drive along the Sicilian coast, you'll spend time at the famous volcano and soak up the views over the natural park. Visit a winery, stop for photos at Crateri Silvestri, then while away the afternoon in pretty Taormina, seeing the Greek Theatre, Palazzo Corvaja, and more.

Avoid the throngs of tourists during official visiting hours and enjoy exclusive access to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel before they open to the public. Visit the Vatican Gardens and take a train through the Italian countryside to the Pope's summer residence, Castel Gandolfo. An English-speaking guide is with you at all times and the tour is also audio-guided to maximize the experience.

Visit two of the most picturesque towns in Tuscany and taste authentic Chianti wine on this private day trip from Florence. Travel through a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves, and ancient villas on the way to Siena, known for its remarkable cathedral and the famous Palio horse race. After a delicious Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at a hand-picked estate, continue on to the medieval hilltop village of San Gimignano, where more than a dozen surviving towers stand sentinel over the beautiful countryside below.

Soak in the splendor of the famous Amalfi Coast drive without worrying about the actual driving with this private day trip to Sorrento and along the Amalfi Coast. Relax in comfort as your English-speaking driver winds along the scenic coastal road. Choose 2-3 viewpoints and villages for stops along the way – your choice – for shopping, eating or simply to enjoy the scenery.

Visit Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello on an Amalfi Coast day trip with a private driver, and enjoy time in each of the villages to admire their monuments, gardens, and those famous coastal views. With a private driver, you'll enjoy a more flexible itinerary with ample free time to discover the area at your own pace. Port or hotel pickup and drop-off from Naples is included, but lunch and entrance fees are at your own expense.

This private tour exploring the Chianti region of central Tuscany gets you beyond Florence for a day. Let a personal guide help you discover medieval towns and a monastery tucked away in the Tuscan countryside. You're introduced to Chianti wines and local inhabitants along the way. Private transport is provided round-trip from the main railway station.

Embark on a scenic drive along Italy’s Amalfi Coast and visit the ancient city of Pompeii on this private full-day tour from Naples. First explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site of Pompeii and get a sense of life in ancient Rome as you stride through the Forum and see the world’s oldest surviving Roman amphitheater. Then, admire the natural wonders of the Amalfi Coast, stopping along the way to browse the shops in lively Sorrento or snap photos of colorful Positano.

Explore the white-marbled monuments of Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli on a comprehensive 2-hour walking tour. Enjoy skip-the-line admission ticket to the Cathedral, Baptistery and Camposanto and learn about their rich history and architecture from your guide. This tour goes beyond Pisa's famous "Leaning Tower" to explore the entire cathedral complex and discuss the history of the city.

Get personalized attention as you explore Siena and San Gimignano on this 6-hour private day trip from Florence. Skip the hassle of renting a car, as this tour provides round-trip transportation to both locations. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Experience the world-famous flavors and beauty of Tuscany on a private wine tour from Florence. Travel with a knowledgeable sommelier guide through the landscape of rolling hills and vineyards, stopping at three different estates to sample top-rated regional varietals and olive oil. At a family-owned winery, you'll also enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch featuring an array of fresh local products paired with wine. Learn about traditional winemaking processes from your guide and during a cellar tour and chats with vintners.

Get medieval on this action-packed semi-private day trip from Rome to the gorgeous Tuscan towns of Siena and San Gimignano, strolling the streets of the two UNESCO world heritage-listed towns, sipping local wine and learning all about the history of the places.

Leave Florence for a private tour of the Tuscan hills, and visit the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa, San Gimignano, and the Chianti wine region. With your own private guide, you'll enjoy an attentive experience that packed with commentary and ample time for questions. Stop for photos by the iconic tower, enjoy free time to explore San Gimignano, and perhaps stop at a Chianti winery for lunch and wine tasting. Food and entrance fees through the day are at your own expense.