Outdoor Activities in Italy

Enjoy the thrill of the great outdoors with a quad bike tour on Mt Etna or in the Alcantara Valley in Sicily. Soak in the views of the enormous volcano as you ride around its base. Steer the quad bike yourself or ride along with a passenger.

Explore ancient seaside villages along the Italian Riviera's rugged coastline on this private Cinque Terre trekking tour. Stroll among the vineyards as you explore centuries-old settlements including Riomaggiore, Groppo, Manarola and Vernazza with your private guide. Hear of the villages' history and winegrowing heritage, and discover top attractions along the way such as the Via dell'Amore and the 14th-century church of Our Lady of Health in Volastra. Enjoy panoramic views over the Italian coastline as the azure-blue waters of the Ligurian Sea sparkle in the distance.

The Cupola of the cathedral of Florence is a masterpiece of the renaissance, erected in between 1418 and 1434 on design and plan of the architect Filippo Brunelleschi.

Walk in snowshoes on the craters of Mt. Etna with this half-day trip to Europe's highest active volcano. After a pickup from your Catania accommodation, you'll travel to the walking trails that snake around the fiery landmark. Learn about the landscape as you walk around the volcano's snowy craters, then finish up with a hot drink before your return to Catania.

Want to skip the blisters that come with walking and avoid the heavy traffic you get with bus tours? Then discover Rome's most noteworthy landmarks easily and efficiently on a 2-hour segway tour. The motorized set of wheels enables you to visit and get special access to a huge area of the Italian capital. No experience is necessary, as you begin with a brief training session to familiarize yourself with the segway before departure.

Scale the slopes of Italy's famously active Mt Etna on this full-day 4x4 tour from Taormina. Travel up rugged mountain tracks in an off-road vehicle and trek by foot to a stellar lookout point with views of lava flow basins and cave tubes created by the 2002 eruption. After descending from the volcano, head to a local place for a typical Sicilian lunch of cheeses, cured meats, pasta and dessert served with wine.

Experience the Bay of Sorrento from a different perspective on this full-day fishing adventure. After a convenient pickup from select Sorrento hotels, sail into the Tyrrhenian sea with a small group and a crew of expert anglers. Learn the secrets of Sorrentini fishermen, sight-see along the picturesque coast, and swim and sunbathe in Massa Lubrense. Then, enjoy a meal of fresh-caught fish and visit the island of Capri.

Treat yourself to an adventure filled day of history and nature, exploring one of the most famous archaeological site in the world, the Pompeii Ruins, where you will be guided by a real archeologist. After that, you'll go on a guided exploration of the Vesuvius National Park, amidst the very vulcano that brought the ancient civilization to a hult, by horseback.This tour provides: - 2.5 hour walking tour Pompei Ruins with an expert guide - 1,3 Hour Horse Ride in the National Park of Vesuvius - Private transportation Included during all the tour - Lunch included - Small-group format ensures a personalized experience - All the equipmet for the horse ride

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private day tour of the Umbria region with multiple stops in Orvieto and Bagnoregio. Traveling with your dedicated guide and included round-trip transportation, you'll have no need for a rental car or worrying about directions. Learn about the ancient Etruscan history of Orvieto and the Middle Ages-era Bagnoregio. Complete your tour with an antipasto and wine tasting featuring regional delicacies.

If you've already ticked off Rome's historical attractions, spend the day in the great outdoors at an adventure park that takes you on a journey over the treetops. An ideal choice for families and thrill seekers, this experience includes all equipment and can be upgraded to include convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Rome.

Take a hike around Gargano National Park, and learn about the area and its plants from a guide. As you walk, you'll soak up seafront views and admire the greenery of this beautiful part of Puglia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Foggia or Bari, and the full experience lasts roughly 6.5 hours.

The tour starts with an introduction to the square and its religious buildings.Then you will visit the interior of the Baptistery where you will see the amazing golden mosaic that inspired Dante Alighieri for his Divine Comedy.Our local guide will tell you about the secrets behind the Baptistery and the Dome of Brunelleschi"¦

Drench yourself in the fabled Tuscan countryside with this private, day-long hiking tour from Siena. Meet your expert guide in Siena and then drive in a comfortable minivan to the trail where you'll perambulate through verdant vineyards, rustic villages, and over the classic rolling hills of Tuscany. Stop halfway along the hike to indulge in a classic lunch of Tuscan treats and then travel via minivan to the town of San Gimignano, known as the 'medieval Manhattan' for its many gothic towers that form a medieval skyline in the 21st century. 

Combine a nature walk on Mount Etna with some leisure time in Taormina on this small-group tour from Catania. Enjoy the scenery on the ride to Mount Etna, Europe's tallest active volcano, then disembark with a nature guide and your small group for a walk through the landscape. Learn about the environment, flora, and fauna of Mount Etna, including entrance to a lava cave. Visit a company producing local honey and olive oil, then move on to Taormina for some free time to explore independently.

With this 3 hours tour you will visit the Colosseum and the Underground of San Clemente Basilica. With your child friendly guide you will be able to see the great amphitheater, symbol of Rome. From the Colosseum , your next stop is San Clemente Basilica with the visit of its underground on three levels. During your way to San Clemente you will see the Ludus Magnus, place where the gladiators used to prepare their fights.

Climb the dome of Florence Duomo, and enjoy access to its museum, baptistery, and bell tower, too. Also known as Brunelleschi's Dome, the orange-brick cupola of the cathedral is an iconic Florence sight, high above the rooftops of the city. Gaze out at the panoramas when you reach the dome, and listen to fun facts about the cathedral and the city from a local guide.

Break away from the crowds, and discover a wilder side of the Cinque Terre region, on this small-group hiking tour. Setting off from Riomaggiore, follow your guide through vineyards and other lovely scenery on this challenging trek to Porto Venere. As you go, you'll enjoy unparalleled vistas overlooking the sea. Upon arrival in Porto Venere, you'll have time at your leisure to explore before returning to Riomaggiore by boat or by bus and train.

Jump behind the wheel of a Ferrari for a ride around the Florentine hills. Accompanied by an expert guide, tour the scenic Tuscan countryside in Italy's most stylish car. Ride for 11, 13.5, 43.5 or 62,14 miles (18, 22, 70 or 100 kilometers), and choose from a variety of upgrade options, including an extended trip to Fiesole with a relaxing break for an aperitif or a stop in Chianti country for a unique Italian cappuccino.

Zip around Tuscany's capital city, touring Florence aboard a convinent and eco-friendly electric gold cart. Explore the historic center of this 'cradle of Renaissance,' learning its many monumental sights and attractions through recorded commentary as you go. See such landmarks as the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, the open-air Porcellino Market and lovely Ponte alle Grazie, a bridge destroyed during WWII and later reconstructed. Take in the surrounding scenery while your driver navigates the roads. You'll also have an opportunity to visit Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale, Italy's largest library.

The Burano Lace Museum in Venice will take you to discover one of the oldest and most fascinating traditions of Venice: The lace making in Burano.