Day Trips in Italy

Experience the volcanic majesty of Mount Etna at sunset on an enchanting evening tour from Taormina. With an expert guide, explore the volcano on a walking tour and then gaze at panoramic vistas from a height of approximately 9,843 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level. Delight in the fiery orange glow of the setting sun before heading to a traditional restaurant at the foot of the volcano. Pleasure your palate with local Italian specialties (own expense) and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from Taormina.

Visit two of the most popular day trip destinations from Florence in one tour with this small-group trip to the Cinque Terre and leaning tower of Pisa. Enjoy a boat ride on the enchanted coastline of the Cinque Terre, then choose between a hike or train trip to another village. Stop in Pisa on the way back to Florence to see the famous leaning tower.

Enhance your experience of the enchanting Amalfi Coast on a full-day trip from Sorrento. Travel by luxury coach along the picturesque curve of the Mediterranean coast, stopping to visit UNSESCO World Heritage-listed attractions like Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone in Ravello. Admire panoramic vistas from the hillside village of Positano; capture photographs of breathtaking ocean views from Ravello's lavish garden villas; and pleasure your palate with a traditional Italian lunch, served with wine, in a rustic Pontone restaurant.

Soave Castle ranks among northern Italy's most impressive fortifications, surrounded by vineyards with a history dating back to the medieval era - but its remote location makes it hard to reach from Verona. On this self-guided tour, explore Soave Castle's ramparts and frescoes at your leisure, and visit a local winery to sample some of the wines for which the region is famous. With round-trip travel from your Verona included, you're free to relax and enjoy your day.

Discover Tuscany's renowned wine country on a day trip from Florence with a small group. Led by a driver-tour escort, venture to the town of Montepulciano by minivan and stop at a rustic wine cellar to taste the area's vino di nobile blends. Then head to Montalcino to sample three Brunello di Montalcino wines alongside a 3-course lunch. Top off your day with a stroll to Pienza, a beautiful Renaissance hill town and home to the famous Pienza Pecorino cheese. Numbers are limited to eight people to keep this experience as intimate as possible.

Godfather fans, this one is for you. Visit locations from the award-winning Godfather trilogy with a local guide. Your tour begins with a stop by Bar Vitelli, then on to an ancient synagogue. You will also visit Forza d'Agrò, Taormina, Corso Umberto, and more.

Discover a number of western Sicily's most popular destinations on this full-day tour from Palermo. Meet your guide at your accommodation, climb aboard a climate-controlled minivan, and head first to Segesta, where you'll explore the ancient Greek amphitheater and temple (entry own expense). Then, discover the medieval town of Erice, enjoy a traditional Sicilian lunch (own expense) in Saline, and finish with a walking tour of the elegant city of Trapani.

Visit the historic vacation homes of the Roman elite on a Rome to Tivoli day trip. The full-day guided excursion includes tours of Tivoli's two UNESCO-listed sites: Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este. Hear Renaissance and Ancient Roman history and scandal, admire archaeological ruins and explore some of Italy's most extravagant private gardens.

Enjoy a seamless way to explore Cinque Terre when you set off on a full-day tour from Montecatini Terme. Meet bright and early in the city center, and travel to the coast in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. You'll visit three of the UNESCO-listed region's five villages: Vernazza, Manarola, and Monterosso. Explore the region by bus, by train, and by sea; enjoy time for shopping and dining at your leisure; and get up close and personal with the Italian Riviera's beachy beauty.

Visit the towns of Syracuse and Noto on this full-day tour. Explore the ancient Greek archeological sites such as the Ear of Dionysius and the Greek Theater. Then head into the city to tour Ortigia Island with its beautiful cathedral built above a Greek temple. The last stop is the "Baroque Capital" of Noto to see some of its beautiful architecture and aristocratic palaces.

Get medieval on this guided tour from Sienna to San Gimignano and Volterra. Head to the marvelously diminutive hilltop town of Monteriggioni and then stop for a while in UNESCO world Heritage-listed San Gimignano with its plethora of medieval towers and commanding views over the Tuscan countryside. Finally, spend some time in an alabaster workshop in Volterra before indulging in a rustic lunch at a Tuscan farm. This small-group tour is limited to just eight people, ensuring plenty of personalized attention from the guide. 

Explore the Amalfi Coast on this all-day guided tour from Rome. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel by luxury air-conditioned vehicle with your English-speaking guide to three of the coast's famed seaside villages - Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. Sip limoncello, shop for handmade shoes, gawk at historic villas, and enjoy gorgeous views of the Tyrrhenian Sea - all on a fun and hassle-free excursion.

Explore the southeastern coast of Sicily on a day trip to Syracuse from Taormina. Led by a local guide, see the impressive collection of ancient Roman and Greek ruins, soak up scenic views of the water and learn the rich history behind the city from your guide. Visit the archaeological site of Parco Archeologico della Neapolis (own expense) and spend the afternoon discovering Ortygia, Syracuse's island neighborhood.

Take a break from the bustle of Rome and journey to the summer retreat of wealthy Roman families with a private half-day tour to Tivoli. Tour the UNESCO-listed ruins of Emperor Hadrian's stately imperial villa, replete with statuary, gardens and pools. Next, admire one of the best-preserved examples of Italian Renaissance architecture at the lush gardens and estate of Villa d'Este. Travel in a comfortable minivan and enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide.

Travel in the footsteps of Roman emperors, cardinals and popes who would flee the hustle and bustle of Rome for hilltop Tivoli, 20 miles (30 kilometers) north-east of the Eternal City. This 7.5-hour guided day trip takes you back in time (via an air-conditioned coach) in Tivoli, exploring the archeological remains of 2nd-century Hadrian's Villa, with its lavish temples, sculptures, and theaters. After the lunch break, stroll around the lush gardens of the Renaissance-era Villa d'Este, marveling at the famed Fountain of Neptune.

Experience Siena and the Chianti region on this 7.5-hour evening excursion, departing from Florence. Bypass the daytime crowds and arrive in Siena in the late afternoon to explore the Piazza del Campo. From there, visit a Tuscan wine cellar in the famous region of Chianti and enjoy a 4-course meal paired with local wines. After a romantic evening in the Tuscan countryside, you will return to central Florence.

Swap Viareggio for a day in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cinque Terre, the region of famous fishing villages that cling to the Ligurian cliffs. Making it easy to visit the remote area, the day trip packages round-trip transport from central Viareggio along with boat and train tickets for access to the three most interesting Cinque Terre villages. Free time in Vernazza, Monterosso, and Manarola is included, allowing you to swim, explore, or just enjoy a gelato at your own pace.

Satisfy your sweet tooth on a chocolate-fueled tour of Italy's Umbria region! Escape to the countryside on a full-day tour from Rome and sample the edible delights of Perugia with a visit to the famous Baci chocolate factory. After learning the secrets of the iconic chocolates and sampling some sweet treats, continue to historic Spoleto, renowned for its medieval Cathedral of St Maria Assunta.

Explore the highlights of Tuscany with this full-day tour of Siena, San Gimignano, Chianti, Pisa, and Lucca from Florence. Walk through Medieval streets in Siena and San Gimignano. Have lunch and wine at a Chianti winery. See the town where Leonardo was born. Admire the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and beauty of Lucca.

Make the most of your time in Italy on a full-day, independent trip from Rome to Pisa and Florence with a private driver. Enjoy the flexibility to explore on your own, with tips on the best places to visit . See Pisa's iconic leaning tower and the UNESCO-listed Piazza del Duomo, then take in views of Tuscany as you travel to Florence. Visit stunning churches, museums and elegant shopping streets, or simply walk around the historic city's cobblestone streets and alleys before meeting your driver for the return trip to Rome.