Cultural & Theme Tours in Italy

Over this 1.50 hours guided tour, visit the best-preserved monument of Ancient Rome  and admire the unique example of Gothic church in Rome Listen to the history of the stone elephant in Piazza della Mineva, made by Bernini, before entering in Santa Maria sopra Minerva basilica. In this church, where the popes of the Florentine Medici family were buried, observe the masterpieces of painting and sculpture made by the best Renaissance artists. Then move to the Pantheon and marvel at its oculus in the stunning dome.

Enjoy this 2-hour walking tour along the places that tell the history on the origin of Rome. Meet your guide at the Tiberine Island, and discover why the core of the island is shaped like a ship. Listen to the legend on Romulus and Remus, the twins fed by a she-wolf, heirs of Enea and founders of the city in the 6th century b.C.See the area along the river Tiber were the first trades of merchants and shepherds begun. Visit the Mouth of Truth and take a picture in front of it as Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck did in the famous 50's movie "Roman Holiday". Finally, take a step back to the Roman Empire and imagine yourself as viewer of a chariot race inside the Circus Maximus

Gain an understanding of the food, art, and culture of Naples during this 2.5-hour tour. With your guide in the lead, visit the San Gregorio Armeno Nativity street, the Sant'Angelo a Nilo Church, and the Santa Chiara Museum Complex. Wrap up your tour with a traditional pizza fritta or pizza a portafoglio. Please note: a minimum of 2 people per booking is required.

Combine your love of Greek and Roman mythology with your kid's love of the Percy Jackson books on a two-hour Hunt for Heroes tour.  Together with your private guide, you'll visit the Capitoline Museums, Capitoline Hill, and more. You set the pace and can ask as many questions as you like.  Discover the places that inspired the Percy Jackson books, while immersing yourself in the history of myths and legends.

Explore Palermo's key sights on foot on this walking tour of the Sicilian capital. Meet your guide in a convenient location in central Palermo, and set off. You'll see popular landmarks ranging from the Palermo Cathedral and Palazzo Riso to the Massimo Theater. You'll also learn about the city's long entanglement with the mafia, and will meet the shopkeepers and other individuals who have pioneered a local anti-mafia movement.

Have you ever heard of Saint Catherine of Siena? This famous, celebrated patron saint of Italy and Europe and "Doctor of the Church" was born in the famous Palio city of Siena. If you are curious to know more then don't miss this tour. You will visit locations that were important in the life of Saint Catherine.

Explore Rome's ancient sites on a 5-hour, small-group tour of Domus Aurea, or Nero's 'Golden House,' the Colosseum, and the Roman Forum. Step into buried history with archeologist guides and use 3D glasses to see Nero's palace as it once was, then hear stories about Rome's golden age as you walk through the heart of the ancient Roman Republic and Empire. This small-group tour includes all entrance fees and skip-the-line access.

Attend the weekly address of the pope with this papal audience ticket. In Vatican City, your guide will lead you through the mass of people to a prime location, where you'll watch the pope address the crowd, and hear about the historical tradition of the papal audience. With a personal audio headset, you'll be sure to hear everything the guide says above the noise of the crowd. While the weekly audience with the pope draws very large numbers, this ticket provides guided commentary in a group limited to 20 people.

Explore the fascinating volcanic landscape of the Phlegraean Fields on this 5-hour tour from Naples. Visit ruins and hot springs, caves and volcanic lakes that have inspired the likes of Virgil, Dante, Petrarch, Homer, Horace and Boccaccio.

Explore the best of Naples on a tour that takes the intimidation out of the busy, sprawling city. See where modern Italy meets ancient history on a walking tour of landmarks like the Royal Palace, futuristic Gesù Nuovo church, and the Spanish Quarter. Check out some of the best views of Mt. Vesuvius, and recharge with coffee breaks at historic cafes once enjoyed by figures like Oscar Wilde. Then, kick off a true Neapolitan evening with dinner at one of the finest pizzerias in town.

Get a comprehensive overview of Rome on this full-day private tour. Visit the city's highlights such as the Colosseum, Vatican City, the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and more as you traverse the city on foot or by private vehicle - at an extra cost. Avoid long lines with skip-the-line entrance tickets and listen to informative commentary about the history culture of Rome from your guide.

Explore the romantic city of Verona with this tour, featuring locations from the movie "Letters to Juliet." Learn about how people lived during the time of Romeo and Juliet and see landmarks tied to the couple's story. A local guide leads the way through medieval streets and piazzas during this walking tour.

Enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience of a papal audience with Pope Francis I with the convenience of hotel pickup with this 4-hour tour. Sit either in the famous St Peter's Square or in Nervi Hall for a live blessing of the crowd by the pope. Get picked up from one of a select group of hotels and enjoy a papacy discussion with your tour escort as part of the experience.

Step back in time to the height of Medici power in Florence with a guided morning tour of the magnificent Palazzo Vecchio. Learn the history behind the city's grand gathering place and former town hall that was transformed into a resplendent private palace by Renaissance Duke Cosimo I de Medici. Wander through opulent salons and secret passages as your guide points out artistic treasures and hidden symbols, many of which inspired Dan Brown's thriller 'Inferno.'

When visiting Rome, don't miss the chance to hear the Pope speak in person. Reserve your official papal audience ticket in advance, and have it personally delivered to your Rome hotel the day before his scheduled speech. You'll receive instructions on how and when to arrive at St. Peter's Square to ensure you have plenty of time to get a spot and won't miss a word of the memorable address.

The UNESCO-listed city of Rome is home to ancient treasures including the Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Trevi Fountain - but reaching the far-flung sites on foot takes time. This panoramic bus tour from central Civitavecchia includes a round-trip shared transfer service, allowing you to reach the sites of Rome from coastal Italy in comfort. Enjoy free time to hit the sites at your own pace, with sweeping city views along the way.

We Will walk the little alleys of Trastevere area and shoot the photos in this particularly soft light, then walk to the iconic places and create a photo shoot having those historic locations as a background. We could do a slightly different version of the photoshoot if you wish, depending on that day and the light condition. Portraits in color or black&white, after we will drink a coffee together to make the first selection of your images. The tour/Photo session will last more or less 3 hours.

Discover all the locations that have been the set of the Oscar winner Movie: "The Great Beauty"

This magical Panoramic Tour of Trieste and Miramare Castle is ideal for travelers interested in historic architecture and magnificent scenery. Avoid the stress of busy public transport, and instead travel easily between sites in a comfortable vehicle, with pickup and drop-off included. The tour will showcase seaside scenery, caves, castles, mountains, and parks. You'll avoid waiting in long visitor lines at Miramare Castle, as entrance tickets are included.

See a different side of Venice with this off the beaten path walking tour, including the Jewish Ghetto and Cannaregio. Follow your private guide to these two lesser-known neighborhoods away from the city center crowds. Learn about the area's history and hear stories about how Venetians live today. This private tour can be customized according to your interests.