Top Italy Private Sightseeing Tours

UNESCO World Heritage–listed Pompeii is one of Earth’s most extraordinary archaeological sites, frozen in time beneath the ash that flooded from Vesuvius. Enjoy a more personal and enriching encounter and hear facts you won’t find on your phone when you book these private tours, led by an official guide. Your guide will greet you with a name sign, avoiding any confusion, and adapt the pace and level to your group.

Seeing the sights of Florence can involve a lot of walking. Cover more ground outside of the typical tourist routes on a fun golf cart ride with this private tour. Open sides offer wraparound views of the city’s tree-lined streets and landmarks—from Porta Romana to Basilica of San Miniato al Monte—concluding at Piazzale Michelangelo for sweeping rooftop vistas.

Explore Cinque Terre on a private tour with a friendly guide. Travel by boat and train from La Spezia Port and visit three charming towns. Don’t worry about train schedules, or navigating, just relax and settle in to the Ligurian lifestyle while your guide takes care of the logistics. Have time to explore on your own and choose a spot for lunch (own expense) and learn about the region’s history and culture on the guided portions of the tour.

Explore Parma’s rich culture and fascinating history the best way possible through its cuisine! Avoid the touristy spots and eat where the locals eat guided by your private local guide. Make 5 stops at the top specialty shops, delis, eateries, pastry and gelato shops, selected for their historical significance or critical acclaim. Discover prized produce from Parma and nearby such as Parmigiano Reggiano, Modena Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and Lambrusco. Learn how to appreciate them under the guidance of an expert Parmigiano Reggiano Taster and Sommelier. Unveil the secrets of Parma Ham, Culatello, and other traditional cured meats, tasting them paired with the finest local wines. Experience a real Italian Sunday Lunch, feasting on homemade pastas, savory pies, freshly made desserts, coffee and gelato. You will leave with a stomach full of traditional food, plus local knowledge and sightseeing tips to enhance the pleasure of your trip, and a mind filled with memories.

Explore Venice on foot and from the water—and skip the hassle of multiple bookings—on this private walking tour followed by a private gondola ride. Discover top landmarks, including St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace, visit hidden corners you’d otherwise miss, and learn about the city’s history and culture from a local guide. Afterward, step onboard your private gondola and float along the Grand Canal in style.

Make the most of your time on this private full-day tour from Florence. Travel along the Chianti road to Siena to see the town’s famous Piazza del Campo and Gothic cathedral. Then, head to San Gimignano with time for sightseeing and shopping. The tour finishes in Pisa, where you’ll have the chance to visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Enjoy flexible scheduling and hotel pickup included.

Discover another side of Rome that many other travelers overlook—and enjoy a more personalized way to see the sights—on this private walking tour. You'll visit two atmospheric neighborhoods in one tour: ancient Trastevere and the history-saturated Jewish Ghetto. As you, learn insider facts and stories you wouldn't otherwise encounter, discover key sights, and finish with a complimentary coffee or gelato.

While Milan reigns supreme as Italy's fashion capital, its vibrant culinary heart beats in its streets. Join this private tour to uncover the city's best-kept street food secrets, a delicious mix of Milanese specialties. With your local guide, wander through Milan's most fashionable district, cherished by locals, and indulge in a gourmet street food experience. Savor authentic risotto from a family-run restaurant, a curated selection of Italian delicacies such as fine ham and cheese, visit a flavorful 1930’s patisserie, and a final, exceptional artisanal gelato—all paired with a glass of local wine. Vegetarian options are always available to ensure everyone enjoys this culinary adventure.

One of the most spectacular archaeological sites in the world, Pompeii conceals slices of daily life from graffiti to fast food joints. Go deeper than you could on your own, and hear facts and details you won’t find on your phone or in the books, when you explore on this tour with a professional archaeologist. As it’s a private tour, you can ask as many questions as you like.

The Vatican Museums are home to an expansive collection of masterpieces, but exploring it on your own can be daunting. Enjoy a streamlined experience with this private tour—including hotel pickup—and take in the museum with a guide who provides insight into the artistic highlights on display, and lets you cover ground at a pace that suits you.

Add some fun to your ancient Rome explorations, with this private tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. You have the benefit of a private guide just for your sole group to explore ancient Rome. Experience the historic ruins, including the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, and gain access to the arena floor of the Colosseum, not available on a standard ticket.

Spend a relaxing evening sailing the gorgeous Amalfi Coast on a private cruise from Positano. Soak in the famous views, enjoying a glass of Prosecco and other beverages. Stop along the way to swim and snorkel, or just sit back and admire the sunset. It’s an unforgettable addition to a romantic Amalfi Coast trip or a unique way to relax with friends and family.

Make the most of your time and cover Assisi’s top sights in just a few hours on this private walking tour. Stroll through the charming squares and narrow streets of the old town and learn about the city’s multilayered past as you view ancient Roman ruins and medieval buildings. Pay homage to Assisi’s famous patron saint at the Basilica of St Francis, which boasts one of Italy’s finest collections of church art. Stop as often as you like and enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide.

Head inside the Vatican Museums before the celebrated collection opens to the public during this private, early-access three-hour tour. Get a first-hand peek at iconic artworks from Raphael and Michelangelo, including the frescoed ceilings of the Sistine Chapel. Admission tickets and optional audio headsets for larger groups are included. Spanish and Portuguese guides are available upon request. Note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

When your cruise ship docks at Civitavecchia port, make the most of your time in the Eternal City on a private shore excursion in Rome, which you can customize to match your interests and preferred pace. Visit the heart of the Vatican at St. Peter’s Square or step back in time to Imperial Rome at the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The day is yours to spend as you like, and your driver makes it all happen with ease. Please note that all food and entrance fees are at your own expense.

Discover the best that Genoa has to offer without the hassle of walking or taking a crowded bus tour when you book this rickshaw sightseeing tour. Zip around the narrow alleyways with ease in the small vehicle and a private driver. See several city highlights such as Il Cittadino, Ferrari Plaza, and the Strade Nuove palaces.

Check off two of southern Italy’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed destinations in just one day on a private tour from Rome. Explore Pompeii and walk through an ancient city frozen in time by the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Continue to the spectacularly scenic Amalfi Coast, stopping for lunch (own expense) with a view in Positano. Cap it off with a visit to Amalfi or another waterside village.

See Rome's headlining attractions in just hours, without the hassle and stress of navigating maps and public transit, on this private sightseeing tour aboard a comfortable golf cart. Let your guide handle the driving as you zip through the streets to see treasures from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, with a snack stop along the way. Listen to stories and anecdotes that bring Roman history to life, plus stop to snap photos of the highlights across the city.

Experience more than 2,500 years of Rome’s history on this private tour, which lets you skip the crowded bus rides and soak up open-air views in a comfortable, covered golf cart. Zip by traffic and cruise past Piazza Navona, Circus Maximus, and the Villa Borghese, giving sore legs a break. Plus, the itinerary is customized to your preferences, so you can see the sights that interest you most.

Experience Rome your way with this exclusive private and fully customizable tour, featuring a licensed guide and chauffeur in a Mercedes van or golf cart. Visit iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and Trevi Fountain, with your guide providing in-depth insights at each stop. Perfect for travelers seeking flexibility, this tour can be tailored to your interests and includes hotel, train station, airport, or port pickup.

Discover the cuisine of Naples on a private food tour led by a local host. Choose from 6 or 10 tastings depending on how hungry you are, and find out how chefs in Naples make their recipes as you enjoy the tastings. In between food stops, you'll also get a sense of the city as you explore on foot.

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.

See more of Rome in less time without the fatigue of long walks or the hassle of navigating public transportation. This private golf cart tour provides an efficient way to reach the city’s top landmarks while avoiding much of the traffic and planning involved in independent sightseeing.