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Pompeii is one of the main archaeological sites in the world and every kid should see it to enrich his education and learn about history. This tour will make the family visit to Pompeii fun and informative. Children will play with their parents and the guide exploring all the highlights of that Ancient Roman City. It will remain a lifetime memorable experience for them.

Get an overview of Florence on this private tour of the city's highlights. Let your private guide lead the way as you enjoy a comprehensive itinerary that includes the Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, and more. Then, enjoy an up-close look at Michelangelo's original 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, bypassing any lines outside. Ideal for travelers with limited time who want to do as much sightseeing as possible.

Avoid wasting precious time stuck on trains and buses and make the most of your day with this private excursion to Pompeii, Sorrento, and Positano. Enjoy the convenience of pickup at your Rome hotel so you can reach Pompeii in record time. Explore the ruins at your own pace (tickets not included) before continuing on to the seaside towns of Sorrento and Positano to sightsee and relax.

This is not just a walk among ancient ruins – it’s a journey into the heart of Roman history led by a licensed archaeologist who brings every stone, fresco, and street back to life with fascinating stories and expert insights. In a small group for a more personal and interactive experience, you’ll visit not only the must-see highlights – such as the Forum, Basilica, Roman Baths, and House of the Faun – but also hidden corners often overlooked by larger tours. Your guide will reveal details about everyday life in Pompeii before the eruption, explain the significance of stunning mosaics and frescoes, and share the moving stories behind the plaster casts of the victims. With skip-the-line tickets included and a carefully planned 2-hour route, you’ll maximize your time, avoid the crowds, and leave with a deep understanding of one of the world’s most extraordinary archaeological sites.

Uncover the ruins of an Ancient Roman villa on a guided tour. Hear stories from your guide that bring the villa’s history to life. As you explore the 2000-year-old complex, its grandeur as a lavish retreat can still be felt today by the architecture, mosaic floors and incredible views of Lake Garda. And see the surrounding Grande Oliveto, a historic olive grove of around 1500 trees – some of which are centuries old! Did you know that there are no actual caves or grottoes at the villa? The name was likely a mistake made by medieval tourists who mistook the ruins for natural caves.

Experience the wonders of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a guided tour. Follow a guide through highlights like the Gallery of Maps and Raphael Rooms before ending with Michelangelo’s celebrated frescoes, including the "Creation of Adam." This streamlined experience offers essential insight into one of the world’s most visited cultural landmarks.

Discover two of Rome's most iconic attractions in one experience. Join an expert-guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel to admire world-famous masterpieces, including Michelangelo's breathtaking frescoes. Then explore the Pantheon at your own pace with an included audio guide, uncovering the history and architectural brilliance of this remarkable ancient monument.

Seeing the highlights of Pompeii and Sorrento in just one day can be a challenge if you're relying on public transportation, but it's easy with a private day tour by car that includes hotel pickup. Meet your driver at your Rome accommodation and visit Pompeii and Sorrento at the pace that's just right for you.

Pompeii is one of Italy’s most stunning archaeological sites, an open-air museum where visitors can step back over 2,000 years and explore a city buried in ash until 1748. Herculaneum, Pompeii’s smaller sister, is a treasure of perfectly preserved patrician villas, brickwork, mosaics, frescoes, and even ancient wood and ropes, surviving 500°C volcanic flows. After a morning among these culturally rich ruins, relax at a vineyard producing Lacryma Christi, “Tear of Christ,” with breathtaking views of Mount Vesuvius. Enjoy a leisurely lunch and wine tasting, gazing at Vesuvio as the ancient inhabitants once did.

Positano, the most picturesque town of the Amalfi Coast resembles a waterfall cascading down to the sea. Visitors descend narrow pathways, perusing artisan workshops offering ceramics, fabled lemon products, and the distinct local style of dress. The gem of Amalfi is the oldest of Italy’s maritime republics. Whitewashed houses dotting the hillside are illuminated by the abundant sunshine that bathes the city. The basilica’s cupola is a reference to the Sicilian -Arabic influence that once dominated the area. For centuries it has been a popular destination due to its natural beauty and ideal climate. Pompeii is the most stunning archaeological site on the Italian Peninsula and one of the most visited. The ruins of Pompeii are an open air museum where visitors can go back in time and discover a city that had been buried in ashes until 1748. Visitors experience the city much as it existed more than 2000 years ago.

Pompeii is one of the most stunning archaeological sites on the Italian Peninsula and one of the most visited. The ruins of Pompeii are an open air museum where visitors can step back in time and discover a city buried in volcanic ash until its rediscovery in 1748. Visitors experience the city much as it existed more than 2000 years ago. Explore Vesuvio, the giant volcano dominating the Bay of Naples. Drive up to 3000 feet through the old crater, then hike the final 25 minutes along a zigzagging path of volcanic gravel to the summit. From the top, peer into the vast crater of Vesuvius and enjoy breathtaking views of the Sorrento Peninsula and the islands of Capri, Ischia, and Procida. After a morning of cultural exploration and adventure, relax at a vineyard producing the renowned Lacryma Christi wine and enjoy a leisurely lunch with unforgettable views of Mount Vesuvius and the surrounding countryside.

Travel in comfort and explore two iconic sites in one unforgettable day — ancient Pompeii and the mighty Mount Vesuvius — on a fully private experience including round-trip transportation from your hotel in Naples. Skip the lines at Pompeii and enjoy a personalized visit with your own expert guide. After the ruins, continue your adventure up to the crater of the volcano that changed history, accompanied by an English-speaking driver. The perfect combination of culture, nature, and convenience — all at your own pace. - Enjoy priority access to Pompeii with a fully licensed private guide - Tailor your itinerary to focus on the sites that interest you most - Comfortable round-trip transport included from your Naples hotel

Explore the archeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum with a private guide during this full-day tour. Convenient pick-up from Sorrento and transfer by private car is included. Learn about the history of Pompeii as you follow your guide through the site. After free time for lunch, visit Herculaneum, a well preserved archeological site on the Unesco World Heritage list.

Experience the best of the incomparable city on this Naples private tour and discover all the wonders of the historic city. First, you’ll work your way through the Ancient Spaccanapoli, with your expert, local guide, passing Mediaeval and Baroque wonders on your way. Then, you’ll see the astonishing artefacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum in the National Archaeological Museum. First, you’ll enter the Baroque church of Gesù Nuovo on the Spaccanapoli – a busy thoroughfare since Naples was an Ancient Greek colony. Then enter Santa Chiara and its mediaeval cloister, beautifully decorated and calm. Continue to the Sansevero Chapel, rich in occult mysteries, and up the Via San Gregorio Armeno, to see traditional Neapolitan nativity scenes. After a break for lunch, you’ll enjoy a private tour of the Archaeological Museum. Inside, you’ll see astonishing artefacts from the classical period, including intricate mosaics, towering classical statues and rare examples of Roman bronzes.

Indulge in a luxurious private excursion from Rome to the magnificent villas of Tivoli, traveling in comfort with your personal driver and private guide. This experience offers elegance, exclusivity, and cultural insight. Enjoy private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in a luxury vehicle, ensuring a seamless journey. Explore Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana), the vast 2nd-century retreat of Emperor Hadrian, with gardens, palaces, baths, and reflecting pools that recall the grandeur of ancient Rome. Continue to the enchanting Villa d’Este, a Renaissance jewel famed for its fountains, water features, and terraced gardens. Benefit from the expertise of your dedicated guide, who will bring to life the fascinating stories behind these estates. Travel at your own pace, with flexibility to enjoy a leisurely lunch or quiet moments in Tivoli’s atmosphere. This exclusive day trip is designed for sophisticated travelers wishing to experience the cultural treasures of Tivoli in comfort and style

Private Tour of the Catacombs and San Clemente Basilica Discover the hidden layers of Rome with your private guide and driver. This exclusive experience combines comfort and privileged access, created for discerning travelers who wish to explore the Eternal City beyond the surface. Descend into the fascinating Catacombs, a unique window into early Christian history. Away from the crowds, your expert guide will reveal the rituals, art, and mysteries preserved in these sacred spaces, making the past vividly come alive. Continue to the Basilica of San Clemente, a true time capsule built on three levels. From the medieval church with splendid mosaics to the Roman structures below, you’ll uncover nearly two millennia of history, each layer revealing a different chapter of Rome. With seamless transportation and tailored commentary, this private tour offers a refined and effortless discovery of Rome’s most extraordinary underground treasures, designed for those who value exclusivity and depth

This private shore excursion is designed to deliver the very best of Rome and the Vatican in one seamless day, with maximum comfort and impeccable organization. Upon arrival at Civitavecchia Port, travelers will be warmly welcomed by a private driver and escorted in a clean, elegant, and comfortable van to the heart of Rome, enjoying a first panoramic drive through the city’s iconic highlights, including the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. The day continues with a guided visit to the Colosseum, the symbol of Ancient Rome, accompanied by an expert guide who will bring history to life in an engaging and memorable way. After a pleasant lunch break, the experience continues to the Vatican, where guests will explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Square, discovering some of the most extraordinary artistic and spiritual masterpieces in the world.

Depart from Catania and reach Syracuse, the city that was one of the most powerful and richest in Magna Graecia. Here you can visit Ortigia, the island that forms the historic center of the city, connected to the mainland by two bridges. With an expert guide, you can stroll through the narrow streets that wind between ancient palaces and baroque churches, and discover the monuments that bear witness to the glorious past of Syracuse. Among these are the Temple of Apollo, the oldest Doric temple in Sicily, the Cathedral, built on the ruins of a temple dedicated to Athena and enriched by Byzantine, Norman and Baroque elements, the Arethusa Fountain, linked to the legend of Alpheus and Arethusa and surrounded by papyrus plants, and the Castello Maniace, a medieval fortress that dominates the port. The tour includes transfer in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Catania, and an expert guide who will accompany you during the visits.

This Tour as guarantee departure every Saturday from Catania and back To Catania in 8 days - at ending tour we can add to stay longer in Taormina or Syracuse as you prefer . Fo r any additional request you can contact our booking office at : ( languages Tour English or Spanish ) Classic Tour of Sicily, with us you will discover the true essence of Sicily, an exclusive tour designed to raise awareness of the cultural and artistic heritage of our island, our open-air museums or testimonies of past civilizations from the Arabs to the Normans, which have left an invaluable artistic heritage. 8 day to discover sicily Visit of the most suggestive Unesco sites: Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Monreale, Palermo, Cefalù,

A tour that satisfies everyone, one of the most beautiful places in Sicily, told by our qualified tourist guides, will make the day unique and special, a memory that will remain indelible in your memory. A unique place in the world rich in history

Taormina is a city rich in history, culture and natural beauty. The tour will allow you to explore its fascinating old town, walking along Corso Umberto I and admire Taormina Cathedral with its majestic architecture. The boat ride to Isola Bella will take you to a true natural paradise. This small island, known as the "pearl of the Ionian Sea", boasts breathtaking beauty with its pebble beaches, crystal clear waters and rich flora and fauna. In both experiences, you will enjoy spectacular views along the Sicilian coast, with the imposing volcano Etna as the scenic backdrop. Finally, the combination of exploring the wonderful city of Taormina and diving in the crystal clear waters of Isola Bella will offer you a variety of experiences, from cultural discovery to sea adventure, that will make your tour unique and memorable. The tour is private, but the boat ride is shared with other customers

See a side of Rome that most visitors miss on this guided walking tour. Go off the beaten track and discover Rome's overlooked treasures as you visit ancient ruins and historic churches in the heart of the city center. Admire the remains of a Roman theater, cross the Tiber River on Rome's oldest bridge, and marvel at paintings, sculptures, and mosaics in three centuries-old basilicas.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR: A journey in a “mythical” world! A Greek, Arabic-Norman, Baroque itinerary, to discover the origins of history. A tour of classical Sicily, visiting the main cities rich of history and culture. A cultural and artistic itinerary through an island that once was a rich province of the western Phoenician world, a rival of Greece, a school of culture for Rome, a brilliant extension of Africa and a picturesque place of the early Christian, Gothic and Baroque periods.

Swap the bustle of Rome for the serene beauty of the countryside, and two UNESCO World Heritage-listed villas, on this private half-day tour to Tivoli. Avoid the hassle of public transportation and travel by comfortable private vehicle. At Tivoli, enjoy guided tours of Villa d’Este and Emperor Hadrian’s Villa Adriana.