Top Italy Cultural Tours - page 11

Visit San Gimignano and Volterra the easy way from Siena, on an intimate small-grop tour. Head to the hilltop town of Monteriggioni, then stop for a while in UNESCO World Heritage–listed San Gimignano, with its medieval towers and views over the Tuscan countryside. Drop into an alabaster workshop in Volterra, then indulge in a rustic lunch at a Tuscan farm. Learn about local history and culture along the way.

Explore the fascinating ancient city of Pompeii with an expert guide on this group tour. Walk through the cobblestone streets to see the ruins of the forum, bathhouse, individual homes, and even a brothel. Gain fascinating insights into the tragedy of the city from the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius with your knowledgeable guide.

The vast Vatican complex can take a full day to cover on your own. Optimize your time on this tour, and navigate easily through one of the largest and most important collections of art in the world. Save hours with skip-the-line admission and follow your guide on a custom route highlighting the most important masterpieces on the way to the Sistine Chapel. Gain fast-track access to St. Peter's Basilica and a fully guided tour of the masterpieces inside.

Learn all about Lecce’s rich history—and steer clear of the usual tourist spots—on this short but sweet walking tour through the city. With your guide’s help, uncover stories behind landmarks, including Cathedral Square, the ancient Market Square, the old Roman Theater, and more. This tour is undertaken in a small group, which means you get a way more personal experience.

Hop on a golf cart for an in-depth, small-group tour of Rome in a short amount of time. Stay out from behind glass bus windows, but also off your feet; this is a great option for those who have trouble walking long distances. Combine the blockbuster sites with some hidden gems and listen to your guide's commentary on Rome's history, culture, and modern life.

Experience the experience of a guided bike tour. You will have the opportunity to inebriate yourself with the scents of our land and breathe the fresh air of the city admiring it from a privileged point of view and without any effort. Cagliari is one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean. Give us the honor to share with you the best of our city. Visit with us the neighborhood of Castello with its Cathedral, its Pisan towers like the Tower of the Elephant and its bastions where the view will amaze you. Enjoy a visit to the Villanova district, home to the most important confraternities and the most fragrant and picturesque flowering streets. Discover Stampace with us with its narrow streets full of mysterious corners and small sanctuaries where tradition and perfumes will surprise you. We will reveal the most exciting aspects of the city making you have fun without struggling. An unforgettable experience that will give a touch of originality and wonder to your holiday

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day—and see some of southern Italy's greatest treasures—on this tour of Puglia and Basilicata. First, with just a small group for company, explore Matera, including the Sassi area, a complex of dramatic cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. Nearby, rock churches house 13th-century frescoes. Then it’s on to Alberobello to see the Trulli, an awe-inspiring collection of conical limestone dwellings.

Attend the Papal Audience with greater ease and insight by joining a guided experience designed to help you navigate this popular event. Rather than managing the crowds on your own, benefit from assistance reaching a favorable viewing area while learning about the history and traditions of the papacy. It’s a more informative and organized way to experience one of Vatican City’s most significant weekly gatherings.

Get deeper insights into what is on display at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Ideal for travelers who are overwhelmed by the idea of knowing what to priortize in Vatican's vast collection of artworks and artefacts. Let your guide lead the way and take you to the highlights. Explore galleries full of Renaissance masterworks, before moving on to the Sistine Chapel and its frescoes.

Explore Venice's famous canals on a guided gondola ride through the city. Meander beneath bridges and along quiet, peaceful stretches in a traditional Venetian boat, taking in sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Campo Manin as you go. Join our expert gondolier in enjoying one of Venice's most leisurely and original pastimes, and don't miss this chance to experience the Grand Canal from the water.

Get an inside look into the centuries-old art of glassblowing with a factory tour on Murano Island, home to the world’s finest artisan glass. Tour the facilities at Colleoni Glass Factory and watch a master craftsman shape molten glass through a combination of heat, blowing and sculptural techniques. Visit the factory showroom to see beautiful finished works of art, and receive a special Murano glass souvenir to take home.

Discover highlights of northern Italy’s cultural and financial capital on a walking tour of Milan. Experience the city’s must-see attractions, including the Sforza Castle, the La Scala opera house, and Milan’s majestic cathedral—one of the largest in the world. Plus, avoid the hassle of securing tickets with included entry into the UNESCO-listed Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s famous "The Last Supper" painting.

See more of Rome's top sights than you easily could on your own—and enjoy a fun-filled and personalized way to explore the Eternal City—on a half-day tour by golf cart. At your appointed time, meet your driver-guide. Then, hop aboard and set off to some of the city's most iconic sights. Stop outside the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and more, learning insider stories along the way.

Even if you don’t have time to tour all of Europe, you can pop across to neighboring Slovenia during a day trip from Trieste in northern Italy. After traveling across the border, take a guided walking tour around Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. Continue on to the picturesque Lake Bled, known for its church-topped island, castle, and Alpine scenery. Insurance coverage is included for added peace of mind.

Get an up-close look at works from Titian, Raphael, and Rubens on this tour of Florence’s Palatine Gallery. Located inside the Pitti Palace, the former home of the Medici rulers, head straight inside with your guide and small group. Explore the elaborate interior of the gallery and the impressive paintings on display as you learn about how the Medici family came to amass their private collection.

Visit the real-life locations in those iconic scenes from ‘The Godfather’ during this coach tour of filming locations from Taormina or the province of Messina. There is a Sicilian town called Corleone, but the movies weren’t filmed there. Instead, the towns of Savoca and Forzà d'Agrò set the scene. See the famous Bar Vitelli, among other places you’ll recognize from the films, while your guide tells stories about the movies and Sicily.

Explore the highlights of Florence's Accademia Gallery, including Michelangelo's original "David", without getting overwhelmed navigating it independently, on this group tour. Gain insights into the artist's works and those of other Renaissance artists, as your guide provides commentary that goes beyond the information panels. This express-length tour is well-suited for travelers who want to get a taster of the art museum's displays but only have limited time to do so.

Discover the best of Taormina, all in one excursion—and enjoy a fully personalized sightseeing experience—on this private walking tour. Pick your own start time, meet your guide in the city center, and set off on foot. You can look forward to seeing landmarks like the Ancient Theatre of Taormina, strolling the Corso Umberto, admiring fountains and churches, and soaking in the dramatic views, all while learning about the city’s history.

Save yourself from the stress of standing in a long line to visit St. Mark's Basilica by choosing this tour with skip-the-line admission included. After meeting your guide at St. Mark’s Square, you can learn some background information and then discover the interior of St. Mark’s Basilica together. Highlights include the first-floor museum, the terrace, and the magnificent mosaics.

Get a true taste of the Tuscan countryside with this day trip to Siena, San Gimignano, and a Chianti winery for dinner. Venture first to the city of Siena for a guided tour through the Piazza del Campo, as well as a surprise food tasting. Afterward, wander the hill town of San Gimignano before heading to a Chianti winery for a delicious dinner with fine local wine. Upgrade to include a visit to Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli.

Trade the crowds of the Eternal City for the countryside of Umbria without the hassle of renting a car on this day trip from Rome to Assisi and Orvieto. With a guide, ravel by coach first to Orvieto, a hilltop town known for its Gothic masterpiece, Orvieto Cathedral. Have lunch near Lake Trasimeno, and then visit the town of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the home of St Francis of Assisi.

Go beyond Florence and discover nearby Umbria on this day trip to Perugia and Assisi. See more of Italy without having to hire a car, with roundtrip coach transportation arranged for you. Enjoy an itinerary that combines art and history, with a mixture of guided tours and free time to fully explore both locations. Stops include the Basilica of Saint Francis and the Basilica of Santa Maria.

Check off three of Rome’s top ancient treasures in just a few hours with this tour that includes access to the Colosseum arena floor. Stand where gladiators once battled and explore the tiers of seats before moving on to the Roman Forum. Admire the ruins of temples and squares dating from the height of the Roman Empire and pause to snap photos from above at Palatine Hill.

The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill are three of Rome’s must-see attractions, but touring these three ancient sites often takes half a day, or longer. Ideal for travelers on tight schedules, this time-saver tour takes you to the millennia-old gladiatorial ring with a guide, then lets you explore the nearby ruins at your own pace.