Top Italy On the Water

Avoid wasting time during your Vatican Museums visit with this skip-the-line tour. Join a guide to pass right by the long entrance queues and start touring the massive galleries. See the incomparable Raphael Rooms, Michelangelo's stunning Sistine Chapel, as well as other museum highlights like the Gallery of Maps and the Tapestries Gallery. As you explore, your guide offers insight and commentary you'd otherwise miss if visiting alone.

This group tour explores Capri on foot and on the water, and includes round-trip ferry tickets from Naples. Meet your guide at Molo Beverello, the main port of Naples, and ferry to the island via hydrofoil. Then, climb aboard a minibus and start your tour: visit the Blue Grotto and the villages of Capri and Anacapri—without missing a trip to Monte Solaro, the highest point on the island. If the Blue Grotto is closed, take a shared boat trip around the island.

See what Tuscany has to offer without breaking the bank on this budget-friendly day trip to the region's highlights from Florence. Save hours with coach transportation and enjoy free time to explore the medieval old towns of Siena and San Gimignano, plus the sights of Pisa. Upgrade to a guided tour of Siena, or add-on a 2-course lunch with wine pairing for a hassle-free, all-inclusive day.

Instead of juggling multiple bookings, make your visit to Rome easier with a combination tour that checks off three historic sites in one seamless experience. Begin with a guided tour of the Colosseum—once the stage for epic gladiator battles—before heading to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to learn about ancient politics and daily Roman life.

Explore the Italian Riviera without having to rent a car on this day trip to the Cinque Terre from Florence. Follow your guide to each fishing village, from the beaches of Monterosso to the charming streets of Riomaggiore. Swim in turquoise waters and soak up all the character of this UNESCO-listed region before heading back to Florence. Upgrade to include a delicious street food lunch or a visit to Pisa.

Discover several of Rome's top attractions with ease by prebooking your admission tickets and choosing a tour option that suits your sightseeing style. Opt to explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at your own pace on a self-guided audio tour, or benefit from the insight of a guide on a group tour. For a personalized experience of the ancient wonders, upgrade to a private tour that promises undivided attention.

Avoid shuffling after a large tour group and explore the acclaimed Borghese Gallery at your own pace with skip-the-line admission. Breeze past the lines at the entrance and spend longer inside the museum admiring masterworks from artists such as Raphael, Canova, Caravaggio, and Bernini. Plus, get access to a digital audioguide, and learn more about the Renaissance art on display than you possibly could from just reading panels.

With a small group, step inside one of Italy’s most famous art museums on this guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Avoid the crowds with early access, then learn more about the museum’s highlights with the help of your guide. Prepare to be impressed as you spot works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio, and view iconic paintings like Titian's ‘Venus of Urbino’ and Botticelli's ‘Primavera’. Best of all: your ticket is still valid after the tour ends, so you can continue exploring for as long as you want.

Attending a Papal Audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican may be free, but tickets are famously hard to come by. Ensure you won’t waste precious vacation time or contend with last-minute disappointments with a confirmed reservation. Even better, tickets include access to a hop-on hop-off bus tour through Rome to see the city's iconic sights, including the Colosseum.

Visit the Musei Capitolini (Capitoline Museums) to learn about the ancient Roman Empire and skip the long lines with this pre-booked ticket. Considered the world's first museum, it features art and artifacts that depict Rome's history, including a sculpture of Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome.

Exploring the Villa Borghese's curated collection can be a little daunting for first-time visitors, but this group tour lets you maximize your visit. Instead of figuring out what to priortize, let your art historian guide lead the way as they guide you through the gallery and its highlights, including artworks by Caravaggio, Bernini, and Raphael.

Make the most of your time in Florence, and avoid missing key highlights, with a guided tour that includes convenient timed entry to the Accademia Gallery. Depending on the option selected, you can also explore the artworks in the Uffizi Gallery, or visit the highlights of the historic center on a walking tour that goes beyond the guidebook with local history and insider tips.

A guided walking tour of the archaeological site of Pompeii introduces you to the history and remnants of the ancient Roman city, which was buried in volcanic ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. You'll learn how the residents were frozen in time, unaware of the danger, and see ruins such as the Forum, Thermal Baths, and preserved frescoes.

Explore the Vatican and its vast collections of religious artifacts and Renaissance artworks, without missing any of the highlights, on this guided tour. Don't worry about navigating the large complex yourself; your guide leads you through the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, offering insider commentary along the way.

The Jewish Ghetto and Campo de’ Fiori neighborhoods are synonymous with traditional Roman cuisine, but dodging tourist traps and finding authentic eats can be a challenge. Enjoy seven tasty food stops—paired with wine, beer, and soft drinks—during this half-day, small-group tasting tour. Listen to stories about the Eternal City’s rich history along the way, capped off by dinner among the ruins of an ancient Roman theater.

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.

Seeing Rome in a day is a monumental task but this private, full-day tour covers it all. Visit the city’s iconic landmarks including the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Vatican City. Quickly get between sites with private transportation and enjoy a delicious Roman lunch as part of your package. Choose from multiple options to fit your budget and vacation schedule.

Break from the hustle and bustle of Florence for a tour into the heart of the Tuscan countryside. On this small-group excursion, visit the villages of Certaldo and Monteriggioni, learn to make authentic Tuscan dishes during a cooking class, and sample several Chianti wines during a guided tasting and lunch. This tour includes a balanced mix of guided exploration with free time at each destination.

This tour is the perfect pick for time-tight travelers visiting Venice. Save yourself the hassle of booking tickets and waiting in long lines and opt for this convenient one-day itinerary instead. As well as skip-the-line admission and guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, the trip also includes a scenic gondola ride and visits to Murano and Burano to watch glass-blowing and lace-making demonstrations.

The coastline of Polignano a Mare is dotted with picturesque grottoes and coves, only accessible by sea. With this small-group boat tour, you'll be able to cruise right up to the coast and dive into the turquoise waters of the Adriatic to swim or snorkel. Learn about this area's history and traditions from your skipper, snap pictures of the Grotta Azzurra and Grotta Piana, and relax over drinks on board.

Explore the stunning La Maddalena Archipelago by boat with this day trip from Sardinia. Visit each island in the gorgeous archipelago, with many opportunities for swim breaks or stopping at beaches. With this tour, you can also choose between two itineraries: The first stops at the mother island of La Maddalena to visit the town center and try superb ice gelato, while the second makes a final stop to swim at Cala Coticcio Beach.

Swap crowded mainland sunset-viewing spots for a peaceful boat trip along the coast of Taormina. Along the way, get access to unobstructed views of local bays and caves, have a chance to swim and snorkel, and see stunning beaches too—such as Isola Bella. As an added perk, you can toast the sunset in style, as alcoholic drinks are included.

Escape the on the Amalfi Coast and explore Capri by sea on board a traditional Jeranto 750 “gozzo” boat. Set sail from Sorrento, Positano, or Naples and circle the island to marvel at sights like the Blue Grotto and Faraglioni sea stacks along the coast. Stop to swim and snorkel (rental own expanse) in sea caves or opt to spend time on land to sightsee, dine, and shop.

Venice is famed for its historic palaces, churches, and bridges, but the best way to admire the city’s landmarks is from the water. Cruise through Venice’s canals on this 30-minute gondola ride. Admire the city and its beauty as you ride around in comfort, your gondolier steering the way. Start at the Grand Canal, and see spots such as Santa Maria della Salute and Fenice Opera House.