Private & Custom Tours in Italy

Visit the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence with skip-the-line admission, ensuring you won’t waste time standing in line at the museum before discovering some of Italy’s most renowned works of art. Known for Michelangelo’s ‘David,’ the Accademia Gallery houses pieces from the 16th to 18th centuries, which you’ll learn about from a knowledgeable private guide. Fuel up for your visit with espresso and breakfast at a local cafe with your guide.

Spend half a day in the Castelli Romani region on a private wine tour. Guided by a wine connoisseur, the excursion includes visits to the famous winemaking hills of Frascati and the esteemed fiorano Vineyard. Sip on samples of wine and tuck into Roman pizza, silky olive oil and fresh bread before your return to Rome.

Discover the hidden mysteries of Naples on a private full-day walking tour of the city's most intriguing churches, cemeteries and crypts. Listen to age-old legends from your art historian guide as you tour mystical sites such as the Church of Gesù Nuovo, Sansevero Chapel and Cemetery delle Fontanelle - an underground burial chamber piled high with bones. Savor a lunch of authentic Neapolitan pizza midday, and enjoy the personalized attention of a private tour.

The Sicilian driving style is not for the faint-hearted - so do your nerves a favor with a private driver/guide. See lava flows and craters, and visit Mount Etna itself, before enjoying a scenic drive to Taormina, Sicily's most elegant resort town, with its stylish Greco-Roman theater. Please note: all entrance fees are at your own expense.

Discover Italy's fashion capital with a 3-hour private tour through Milan. Visit a number of fashion stores, concept spaces, and vintage shops in the stylish Brera neighborhood. Traverse the city on foot with your guide and learn about Milan's famous design and fashion history while observing it firsthand.

See Naples like a true Italian on this 4.5-hour Vespa tour. Led by an expert driver, hop on the back of a vintage scooter and soak up the city's history, architecture and old-world charm. Pass top attractions including the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Naples, Parco Virgiliano and Castel Dell'Ovo, hopping off to relax at a local cafe with a cake and coffee (own expense). Enjoy an intimate look at this southern Italian city before returning to your original departure point.

Explore the world of high fashion and waterfront beauty with this day trip from Milan to the Vicolungo Outlet Mall as well as Lake Maggiore. Visit the pretty lakeside town of Stresa and the gorgeous islands of Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori in the middle of Lake Maggiore. Head for Vicolungo next to shop to your heart's content on designer brands at discounted prices.

See the sights of Milan with a private guide followed by a cooking class with an expert chef. Spend the morning with your private guide on a walking tour of Milan's most famous attractions in the historic center. Learn the secrets of Italian cuisine with an afternoon cooking class and then eat the meal you've created.

Experience the best of Tuscany - cheese and wine, of course! - on this private tour from Siena. You'll admire fabulous scenery in the Val d'Orcia, learn about cheese making during a tour at an organic dairy farm, visit the World Heritage-listed town of Pienza, and enjoy tastings of the region's renowned Brunello wine during a cellar tour at a winery in the hilltop town of Montalcino. With a privately guided tour, enjoy a more personalized experience.

Get a personalized introduction to Florence's rich history and Renaissance treasures on a private, 3-hour walking tour. See the medieval city's most iconic historic buildings, including the magnificent Duomo and Bell Tower, Ufizzi Gallery and Pitti Palace, and stroll among the outdoor sculpture gallery of Piazza della Signoria. Admire the handiwork of goldsmiths on romantic Ponte Vecchio, and explore the traditional artisan quarters of Oltrano while gaining insight into local arts and culture.

Travel through the Tuscan countryside with a private guide on this day trip to Assisi and Perugia. Departing from Florence, explore the medieval city of Passignano sul Trasimeno and enjoy views of the beautiful Lake Trasimeno. Then head to Perugia to see where Renaissance artist Raphael worked, before exploring the town of Assisi, once home to Italy's patron saint. While there, admire the UNESCO-listed Basilica of St Francis and hear local history from your expert guide. At the end of your day trip, you will return back to Florence.

Romulus, Remus and Roman Emperors. They all left their mark on Rome's Palatine Hill. Scout out the area on a private tour, led by a local history expert, and discover the legends and archaeological ruins of Ancient Rome. Step inside the excavated homes of the Roman emperors such as Casa di Augusto, Domus Augustana and Casa di Livia; check out the Palatine Museum's treasure trove of relics; and stop by at Domus Tiberiana and the Arch of Titus among other must-see sights.

Soak in the gorgeous views of an Italian hilltop town on this private 2-hour sunset walking tour of Perugia. Bring your camera to capture the views as you learn about this Umbrian city's history from your guide.

Escape the bustle of businesslike Milan with this private day trip to Lake Garda and the Franciacorta Outlet. Explore the pretty lakeside city of Sirmione on foot or opt for a boat tour (own expense). Travel next to the Franciacorta shopping center to pick up some fashionable items at a discount. Enjoy round-trip transportation in a comfortable vehicle with a professional driver.

Take a private tour of the Venetian Lagoon and visit the enchanting islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Tour a glassblower's workshop in Murano, and discover the traditional art of lacemaking in Burano. See medieval churches while learning about the ancient history of Torcello, Venice's earliest settlement and a tranquil escape from the typical tourist path. Enjoy the dedicated attention of your private guide on this 4-hour tour.

Take advantage of the opportunity to see the incomparable Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice with a private guided tour. Visit the palazzo that was once Ms Guggenheim's home, overlooking the Grand Canal and filled with pieces from her personal art collection. Learn about this important gallery's place in the history of 20th-century art.

Take a classic Italian ride through Naples on this private, 5-hour tour by vintage Fiat 600. Led by a personal driver, pass the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Naples, Castel Dell'Ovo, Parco Virgiliano and other top attractions. Learn the history behind each major landmark you pass, hopping out to relax with coffee and cake at a local café. Take some time to explore by foot before returning to your original departure point.

Feast your eyes on one of the world's finest collections of Renaissance art with a private, 3-hour tour of the Ufizzi Gallery in Florence. Bring along the whole family or a group of friends, and head straight for collection highlights as an expert guide reveals the secrets and stories behind masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Rafael, and other artistic legends.

Spend a day exploring two picturesque Tuscan cities on a private tour of Pisa and Lucca from Florence. Visit the famous leaning tower in Pisa, as well as the huge cathedral next to it. Walk along the impressive city walls around historic Lucca. See some of the region's most notable Renaissance architecture.

One of the jewels of Puglia, Lecce is rich in history and world-class sights - and a private walking tour is the perfect way to get up close and personal and immerse yourself in the city's atmosphere. Admire the ruins of the city's Roman-era amphitheater, see the baroque splendors of the Piazza del Duomo, take in the Basilica di Santa Croce, and learn more from your guide.