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Take a break from the bustle of Rome and experience two pillars of Italian cuisine in the peaceful Franscati countryside with this unique day trip. Visit a traditional family-run winery to sample local red and white wines, then learn the secrets to making perfect pasta from scratch during a hands-on lesson. Cap off your visit with dinner featuring your own fresh pasta topped with a traditional Roman sauce.

Tuscany is notable for its food, wine, and scenery, but exploring the region in a limited time isn’t easy. Enjoy a stress-free sampler of locations in the captivating Val d’Orcia region on this full-day tour from Rome. With a guide at your side, visit the wine town of Montepulciano, have lunch surrounded by vineyards, and explore the historic center of Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Discover the secrets to making authentic homemade pasta and tiramisu from a local chef with this small group cooking class in Rome. The cooking class takes place in a locally loved restaurant, in the foodie neighborhood of Rome near to Vatican City. This cooking class will offer you not only the best quality but also the best value. Expect an expert chef, the finest quality ingredients, free-flowing fine wine, and Prosecco, as well as unlimited soft drinks. Group sizes are limited so book now to join this amazing cooking class in Rome!

Taste your way through Rome like locals do on this small-group food tour of the Trastevere neighborhood. Your guide will take you to four carefully selected eateries in the historic neighborhood where you can sample authentic Roman dishes, from street food and cured meats to baccalà and gelato. You'll also sit down for a meal at a restaurant and drink wine and beer.

Ticking off the highlights of Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast usually takes days—and a lot of planning. On this attraction-packed full-day tour from Rome, you’ll cover major sights in Pompeii, Sorrento, and Amalfi in limited time without the hassle of thinking over the logistics. Ride by comfortable, air-conditioned coach, with a bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide on hand all day to keep things running smoothly.

Visit the Capuchin Crypt, officially the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, using a skip-the-line admission ticket. With timed entrance to the Crypt you’ll avoid the crowds in Rome. Follow a Blue Badge guide for a 45-minute tour through the underground chambers containing the bones of some 4,000 people amassed over five centuries.

Half pub crawl and half walking tour, this experience mixes drinks with ancient Roman history. Start with a drink at the cobblestoned Piazza della Madonna dei Monti—the city's former red-light district—and explore Rome’s historic center in search of bars, pubs, and historic sights. Enjoy authentic Italian beverages such as regional wine, spritz, sambuca, and limoncello while mingling with your fellow travelers.

Step away from the crowds in Rome's historic center—and explore the lesser-known neighborhood of Prati, known for its excellent dining scene—on this small-group walking and tasting tour. Discover locals-only gourmet shops and eateries with your foodie guide, and sample a wide variety of specialties. Feast on artisan charcuterie and cheeses, Roman pizza by the slice, classic pasta dishes, and Italian wine as you learn about the city's culinary culture.

After sampling delicious pizza and pasta in Rome, make sure you know how to recreate the culinary magic at home. Learn to cook these favorite Italian dishes during a half-day small-group cooking workshop in the Italian capital. Get hands-on instruction from a chef as you prepare the dough and sauces from scratch. Then, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, paired tiramisu, wine, and limoncello.

Foodies will love the chance to learn to make some favorite Italian dishes, including pasta from scratch, ravioli, and tiramisu. Immerse yourself in Italian culture through its food, and learn more than you would just by eating these dishes at a restaurant. The group class takes place at a local restaurant, so you can get a behind-the-scenes look at how Italian restaurants run. Every participant gets their own workstation and will sit down at the communal table to eat their delicious creations afterward.

The Vatican Museums are among the largest museums in the world and with over five million annual visitors they can get incredibly crowded. This self-guided tour is ideal for those who want to take their time and not be restricted by a guided tour. Save time with fast-track, skip-the-line entrance tickets, browse the galleries at your own pace, and visit the magnificent Sistine Chapel at a time that suits you.

Learn how to eat and drink like a local during this group dinner crawl through Rome's Trastevere neighborhood. Skip the tourist traps and explore hidden gems and eateries locals go to. Understand the history of Roman cuisine and meet the people behind the city’s notable gastronomy. Taste several traditional dishes along the way, from pizza and pasta to cheeses, Italian wine, and gelato.

Vatican Museum crowds peak at midday, making it a chore to visit this vast collection. On this morning tour, beat the crowds with early access to the galleries, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Kick off with a buffet breakfast in the Vatican Courtyard, then head into the Vatican Museums before the crowds arrive. Take in renowned sights like the Sistine Chapel in a peaceful environment before ending in St. Peter’s Basilica.

Get to know Rome's popular Trastevere neighborhood through its food and wine—and discover bites and restaurants you'd otherwise miss—on this half-day walking tour. With just a small group for company, visit local-favorite venues for multiple tastings, including cheese, ham, pizza, pasta, and aged balsamic vinegar. Explore Trastevere’s cobblestone streets between sampling local wines and beers. Save room for the tour’s final bite: traditional gelato.

This day trip combines Civita di Bagnoregio and Pienza with a guided winery visit, so you get iconic scenery and a full Tuscan lunch in one well-paced itinerary. Entry and the shuttle bus to Civita are included, along with four wine tastings and olive oil tasting at the winery. With round-trip coach transport from Rome and an expert guide, you can focus on the experience instead of routing, reservations, and timing. What’s included in the tour - Expert English-speaking guide - Round-trip coach transport from Rome - Visit to Civita di Bagnoregio - Entrance and shuttle bus to Civita di Bagnoregio - About 1.5 hours of free time in Civita di Bagnoregio - Guided winery visit near Montepulciano - Traditional Tuscan lunch - Wine tastings - Handmade pici pasta demonstration - Visit to Pienza - About 1.5 hours of free time in Pienza - Maximum group size of 50

Take advantage of your time in Rome and learn the secrets to making two of the most beloved Italian dishes: pasta and tiramisu. Meet your chef and instructor at a local neighborhood restaurant and learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch and authentic tiramisu. Pick up new skills and techniques in the kitchen, then feast on your handiwork, paired with free-flowing prosecco and wine.

Enjoy an opera concert on a panoramic rooftop during this exclusive experience in Rome. Watch a selection of opera performances from Verdi, Puccini, and Bellini as you admire views that span from Piazza Navona to the Palazzo Pamphilj. Opera events include a tasty Italian aperitivo with cheese, cold meats, wine, prosecco, or non-alcoholic drinks.

Few places in the world wow you like the lost city of Pompeii. And while it's on just about every traveler’s bucket list, getting there has complications. With this tour, you can avoid the stress of planning your visit from Rome: You'll reach Pompeii via high-speed train and leave all the details to your guide. After a fully guided skip-the-line tour of the archaeological site, enjoy wine tasting and a farm-to-table lunch at a vineyard on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius before returning to Rome.

Sorry, selfies, there’s no room for you here. With this professional photoshoot in Rome, go home with fabulous photos, no matter the occasion—whether you’re getting engaged or you’re simply celebrating your trip. Several packages are available to meet your needs and budget, ensuring you get the memories you’re looking for.

Enjoy a hassle-free start to your cruise with a private transfer service from the Rome airport to the Civitavecchia cruise port. Meet your driver at Fiumicino Airport (FCO), and relax on the journey to Civitavecchia to board your departing ship. You can even upgrade to include a 3-hour tour of Rome along the way.

Rome’s dining scene is vast, making it hard to find truly memorable spots without local insight. This small-group tour helps you skip tourist traps and discover standout eateries in Trastevere. Sample seasonal dishes, pizza, and pasta, plus enjoy a drink along the way, all while exploring one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods with an in-the-know guide.

You can eat pasta to your heart’s content while in Rome, but what happens after the vacation ends? Learn how to recreate classic Roman pasta dishes like cacio e pepe or amatriciana during this small-group cooking class. Get hands-on instruction within the home of an Italian nonna in an intimate group, with vegetarian options available. After the course, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal.

Covering Civita di Bagnoregio, Montepulciano, and Orvieto in a single day from Rome requires a driving route across three regions that's difficult to coordinate independently. This group tour connects all three, with a guided visit to Civita di Bagnoregio, a farmhouse lunch paired with a Brunello di Montalcino wine tasting in Montepulciano, and a visit to Orvieto's Duomo and underground sites.