Half-day Tours in Italy

Trek around Mount Etna on this 6-hour tour with a small group and an expert trekking guide. Set off from Taormina to spend the day learning about the volcano's history, exploring craters and lava caves. Stop at a local chalet for an included snack and wine. Hotel pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request.

Discover the best of southern Italy on a half-day sightseeing tour of Naples and Pompeii. Led by a local guide, explore Naples' must-see spots, including the Royal Palace, Naples Cathedral and the Posillipo quarter, where you'll soak up incredible views of the Bay of Naples. Afterward, journey to the ancient ruins of Pompeii, destroyed by the eruption of Mt Vesuvius in 79 AD. See the Forum, Thermal Baths and more before returning to your original departure point.

Travel to one of the world's most infamous volcanoes to see the crater up close with this half-day tour to Mt Vesuvius from Sorrento. Learn about the volcano's history from an expert guide as you drive to the uppermost parking area on the mountain. Walk from there to the very top for incomparable views - weather permitting - over Naples and across the bay. See the smoke rising from the crater of this sleeping volcano.

Experience the magnificence and mystery of the Doge's Palace in Venice with this skip-the-line ticket. Head to the front of the queue with your guide, and then wander through the palace's ornate public rooms as you learn the history of Venice's powerful rulers. Admire magnificent interior artwork, including Renaissance masterpieces by painters Tintoretto and Veronese. Explore the palace's darker side with a visit to the prison quarters and a walk across the notorious Bridge of Sighs.

Discover the beauty of the Tuscan Val d'Orcia region on a day trip to Pienza and Montepulciano with your own private driver. After leaving Siena, you'll travel through the village of Buonconvento and then into the idyll of gentle hills and stone hamlets that typify the Tuscan landscape. Spend time in Pienza, exploring its artisan shops and trying its famous pecorino cheese, then continue to medieval Montepulciano for a winery visit and tasting.

The majestic peak of Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe and the natural wonder is even more enchanting at sunset. On this 8-hour tour, leave Taormina in the afternoon, ride the Mt Etna cable car, then continue by Jeep to the summit in time to watch the spectacular sunset over the Sicilian countryside.

See Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper and La Scala opera house with a local guide on this half-day tour in Milan, and learn the history behind each of the sights. With a pre-booked ticket, you'll avoid the main entrance lines to see the 'The Last Supper' - a painting that attracts scores of visitors. After spending time with the masterpiece, explore La Scala and the glamorous shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. Marvel at the scale and beauty of Milan Cathedral and learn of its long history.

Learn the stories behind the masterpieces - and explore an iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site up close - on this walking tour of Pisa. With just a small group for company, you'll get up close and personal with the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Pisa Baptistery and Cathedral, and other landmarks along the Piazza dei Miracoli. Set off in the afternoon and enjoy the perfect overview of the city's main attractions.

Explore the great outdoors of the Italian Riviera on this 4-hour tour including a walking tour of Rapallo and boat trip on the Tigullio Gulf to Portofino. Finish your experience with free time in Santa Margherita Ligure.

Explore the infamous volcano Mt Vesuvius up close on this 4-hour tour from Sorrento. Watch the Italian countryside glide by the window of an air-conditioned coach as you make your way up the slopes of Mt Vesuvius. This is the volcano that buried Pompeii and Herculaneum in hot ash in 79 AD, and from its summit you can see not only the immense crater but also excellent views over the Mediterranean Sea. Skip-the-Line entrance fee to Mt Vesuvius not included.

Discover two of Palermo's most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, half-day tour. Set off from your accommodation - hotel pickup and drop-off are included - and venture first to the Capuchin Catacombs: a macabre destination home to thousands of mummified bodies, many of them priests. Next, you'll discover the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Monreale, famous for its fusion of Norman and Arabic architecture. A break for Sicilian coffee and nibbles is also included.

This 4-hour tour of Herculaneum leaves from Sorrento and takes you on a historical journey you won't soon forget. With a knowledgeable guide at your side the entire time, you'll visit the famed archaeological site where a once-thriving port town existed until it was buried by the Mt Vesuvius volcanic explosion of 79 AD. See the amazing mosaics in the public bath and the gymnasium. Stroll through the streets and gawk at the ruins and statues that survived the eruption. Get a glimpse of what daily life was like and learn all about the history of the area.

Explore the natural beauty of Sardinia with this tour of the Is Zuddas caves. Walk along charming Chia-Teulada street, once used by ancient Romans. Admire the scenery of this remote Italian island.

Make the most of your time in port with an action packed day in Rome exploring the Vatican and the Colosseum. Avoid waiting in long lines with priority-reserved tickets to all attractions. See world famous artwork like Michelangelo's Frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and have an authentic lunch in Rome (own expense). Avoid the hassles of navigating and logistics and leave all the details to your guide.

Spend a half-day exploring the ancient volcano that made Pompeii a household name with this 4-hour coach trip to Mt Vesuvius from Sorrento. Travel in comfort from central Sorrento to the uppermost parking area on the volcano, near an extinct outer crater. Walk from there to the crater of the still-active volcano to learn about the history of Mt Vesuvius. Stop on the trip back to Sorrento to visit a mineralogical museum.

Visit Mt. Vesuvius on a half-day excursion from Sorrento, and learn about the mighty volcano from an alpine guide. After traveling away from the coast and up the steep slopes of Vesuvius, you'll walk up to its crater with a guide and group. Learn about the infamous eruption of AD79, which buried Pompeii, and pose for photos with a backdrop of the Bay of Naples before your return to Sorrento.

See Milan's main sights and landmarks and take advantage of your skip-the-line admission to Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' by booking this action-packed 3-hour guided small-group tour. Follow your knowledgeable guide through the streets of Milan, stopping at spots like La Scala opera house, the magnificent gothic Duomo and Sforza Castle. And then stroll right past the line to see the Da Vinci masterpiece depicting Jesus and his disciples eating their last supper. Participants on this small-group tour are limited to 25 people.

Short on time? Check off Rome's best bits on a whistle-stop tour of the city - the ideal way for first-time visitors to get their bearings. Explore lively Piazza Venezia and Piazza Navona; admire views of the mighty Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Capitoline hill; and visit the Vatican City. Hop off along the way to throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, snap photos of the Spanish Steps or marvel at the Pantheon. This small-group tour is limited to just 8 people, ensuring plenty of attention from your guide.

Towering Mount Etna is one of the most popular sights in all of Sicily, but organizing transportation to the volcano's craters can be a challenge. This convenient bus tour from Taormina makes it possible to drive past charming villages along the way to Etna, spend a few hours at the Silvestri Craters, and shop for local products and souvenirs (own expense) without worrying about parking. Plus, you'll be back in Taormina by lunchtime.

Explore Rome as if you were in a classic Italian film on this sightseeing tour by vintage Fiat 500. Following a knowledgeable guide, you'll drive yourself through the Eternal City in your own Easter egg-colored Fiat, cruising down lanes that are often inaccessible to larger autos. See Roman landmarks like Circus Maximus, the Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine, and discover the Garden of the Oranges and other off-the-beaten-path sights, as well. Limited to just 10 people, this tour provides a small-group experience.