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Italy at a Glance

A truly captivating destination with a rich family oriented culture and an air of romance, Italy’s beautiful cities offer a combination of art, culture and history, as well as providing the ultimate relaxation experience with its stunning backdrops. Whether you’re looking for a lively city break or a tranquil getaway, this is a haven with so much to offer.

Admire the incredible artistry of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel, and sample the Italian capital’s outstanding Colosseum that once held 87,000 people! Get a real taste of Rome in the local piazzas with the mouth-watering authentic cuisine.

A romantic gondola ride in Venice, the city of water, is a once in a lifetime experience that you simply cannot miss. As you glide along the peaceful canals, savour sights including Mozart’s home and beautiful Venetian palaces.

Wine tasting, cooking classes and art galleries will also keep you entertained. Those looking for something more adventurous can indulge in a ‘Chianti by Vespa’ tour, where you can contrast the idyllic views of the countryside with this fast paced sightseeing tour.

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Private Dolomites & Cortina Day Tour

Experience the natural wonders of Italy's stunning mountain range, departing from Venice. With a private guide, journey through picturesque landscapes, witness awe-inspiring peaks, and explore charming alpine towns. This personalized excursion offers an immersive escape into the Dolomites' beauty, combining culture, nature, and exploration for an unforgettable day trip from Venice.
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This private Venice day tours and excursions to the Dolomites mountains have been designed to provide visitors the opportunity to enjoy breath-taking views of the most stupendous mountain, lake, and valley scenery that the Dolomites mountains and Italy have to offer.

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Private Rialto Market & Secret Venice Tour with Cicchetti & Wine

Explore the secret corners and hidden itineraries of Venice. Relax like a true Venetian and sip local wine accompanied by the typical cicchetti sandwiches (Venetian tapas). Leave the hordes of tourists behind and discover a city mostly known only by the locals.
Your Hidden Venice Tour will guide you through a fascinating labyrinth of narrow alleyways punctuated by delicate bridges and enchanting...

Explore the hidden corners and off-the-beaten-track itineraries on this Hidden Venice Tour with Rialto food market and cicchetti tasting.

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Private Venice Skip the Line Doge's Palace Tour

Discover the secrets of Venice’s most iconic landmark on our Private Doge’s Palace Walking Tour. With an expert local guide, explore opulent halls, lavish chambers, and the very rooms where the Republic of Venice was governed.
Walk across the Bridge of Sighs, visit the palace prisons, and hear captivating stories of the Doge, the Council of Ten, and legendary figures like Casanova, who was once...

Join our expert English-speaking guides on this exclusive tour of the Doge’s Palace, one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in the city’s rich history and timeless beauty.

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Best of Cinque Terre & Pisa - Semi-Private Day Tour

Depart in the morning in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan or Sprinter, heading toward the breathtaking Italian Riviera. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to this remarkable region, famed for its seaside vineyards, ancient villages, scenic trails, and sweeping coastal views.
In the Cinque Terre National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997 — you’ll visit a...

Experience two of Italy’s most iconic highlights in one unforgettable day — the colourful coastline of Cinque Terre National Park and Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa. This semi-private tour perfectly blends stunning landscapes, culture, and coastal charm, with the added benefit of personalised guidance throughout the journey.

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Skip the Line - Pompeii Guided Tour with Archeologist

Embark on an extraordinary journey through time with this Skip-the-Line Guided Tour of Pompeii's Ruins with an Archaeologist. Explore the ancient city of Pompeii, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, alongside a knowledgeable archaeologist guide. Skip the long lines and delve deep into the fascinating history and secrets of this UNESCO World Heritage site as you wander...

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Join this exploration of Pompeii's ancient wonders led by a knowledgeable archaeologist. Immerse in the experience that offers exclusive access to the heart of the city frozen in time.

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Venice Doge's Palace Secret Passages

No trip to Venice is complete without diving into its extraordinary past as the world’s oldest republic—and there’s no better place to do that than the Doge’s Palace. This exclusive, small-group tour takes you far beyond the typical visitor experience. With a local art historian as your guide, you'll step behind locked doors to explore secret archives, hidden council chambers, torture rooms, and...

Uncover the hidden history of the Venetian Empire on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Doge’s Palace, exploring secret archives, private offices, torture chambers, attic passages, and top-security prison cells.

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Best of Palermo Combo Tour - Walking Tour & Palazzo deo Normanni & Cappella Palatina

Start your voyage through the Sicilian Capital at the Palermo Cathedral, a marvel of Norman architectural prowess that has stood resolute for ages. Guided by an erudite expert guide, you will embark on a comprehensive exploration, delving into the inner sanctum and the exterior of this grand edifice, being transported into an ambience suffused with spiritual and historical significance.
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Walk through the historic centre of Palermo with this guided tour which merges a stroll through the facets of Palermo, and the entrance in its emblematic Cathedral, a symbol of Sicilian spirituality. Then, discover the treasures of Santa Caterina church and monastery.

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Palazzo dei Normanni & Cappella Palatina Guided Tour

Palermo boasts an enviable multi-millennial history and this is evidenced by the numerous churches, squares, monuments and palaces from different eras scattered throughout the urban fabric. Among the most remarkable historical buildings is surely the Palazzo dei Normanni with the attached Palatine Chapel, no less than the oldest royal residence in Europe. With this exclusive tour you can visit...

Discover everything and more, about one of Palermo's most representative buildings of unchanged charm and inestimable cultural value. With this exclusive visit you will have access to the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel, symbols of the power and wealth of the Norman kingdom that have left their mark on the island's history.

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Palermo Cooking Class & Market Tour

With the former, you’ll walk down the streets of Mercato del Capo, which is a symbol of one of the oldest traditions of Italy, the local markets, where you can taste some typical local street foods. Later on, at the Florencetown cooking school you’ll be engaged in cooking the loot of your shopping and you’ll enjoy the special meal prepared on your own.
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This small group tour blends outdoor exploration with indoor experiences, offering a delectable glimpse into the most delicious side of Palermo.

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Best of Palermo - UNESCO sites walking tour

This tour takes in all eight of Palermo’s eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. Wander through the city looking up at the stunning Norman-Arab and Baroque architecture, stopping off at Piazza Pretoria (Praetorian Square). However, that’s not what the locals call it - it’s affectionately known as the Square of Shame as all of its statues are nude! You’ll also find the Town Hall in said square, housed...

Get to know the historical and artistic wonders of the Sicilian capital! Palermo has a whole host of cultural and historical treasures, eight of which are UNESCO sites. Take this small group walking tour to see the best the city has to offer and try a tasty local delicacy.

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Go City: Rome Explorer Pass

Save money and create your own personal itinerary whilst visiting Rome’s top attractions!
Get up to 50% off admission with the Go City: Rome Explorer Pass as you choose 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 activities from a list of over 40 unmissable attractions and tours including your choice of one premium activity.
Enjoy access to the world famous Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, admire the art at...

Explore Rome at your own pace, planning your itinerary as you go with the Rome Explorer Pass. Enjoy up to 50% off attraction admission when you choose 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 activities from a list of over 40 attractions and tours including the Colosseum, a Hop-on Hop-off Rome bus tour, and more!

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Walking Tour of Florence & Meet David

Discover the magnificent heart of Florence and uncover its distinctive heritage and awe-inspiring beauty alongside a seasoned tour guide. Our tour delves into the historical and architectural transformations spanning from its Roman inception, through the medieval epochs, and the Renaissance's golden era, up to modern-day Florence.
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Explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Florence, strolling its charming streets. Then, with an English-speaking guide, visit Florence's top museums and meet Michelangelo's masterpiece, David.

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Tuscany Experience: Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti from Florence

Your unforgettable day starts in the morning with a tour of Pisa. Here you will have plenty of free time to admire the cathedral, the baptistery, the monumental cemetery, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the most famous symbols of Italy. If you choose the option with the Tower entrance ticket included, you'll be able to then admire Pisa from a unique perspective!
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Venture into Tuscany on this full-day trip from Florence. See the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, pass through unforgettable landscapes, enjoy wine tasting in Chianti and much more. If you have a day free, this is a tour you don't want to miss!

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