Private Sightseeing Tours in Italy

Have only one day to discover the best of Rome? On this private, full-day tour, you'll see the city's major highlights without any of the hassle. First, discover the wonders of ancient Rome: meet your guide in the morning at the Colosseum before continuing to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Next, admire the Piazza Navona, see the Trevi Fountain, and stop by the Pantheon. Finally, one-way transfer will whisk you to the Vatican, where you'll have time to explore the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and beyond.

Discover Milan's highlights with a private guide, and check off all the key city sights in one tour. After a visit to Milan Duomo, you'll stroll through the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and along to La Scala, Milan's prestigious opera house. Pass by the Santa delle Grazie church, then bypass the long lines to visit Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper with a skip-the-line ticket. The half-day tour also includes a visit to Castello Sforzesco, Milan's famous castle-come-museum that serves as a symbol of the city's power.

Visit Naples with a local, professional guide. Enter into the alleys, walk on the main streets of the Ancient Roman city - the decumani - and listen to the story of the development of the Neapolitan culture and identity - unique in the world. While walking, enjoy a typical sfogliatella and a pizza a portafoglio - the "wallet pizza"!

See Rome through the eyes of a local with this food-themed private walking tour. Taste traditional Roman fare including pizza bianca and gelato. Explore multiple neighborhoods on foot, from the markets of Campo de Fiori to the charming bars of Trastevere. Customize the itinerary according to your interests and get advice on where to eat and drink for the rest of your stay.

Skip-the-line at the Vatican Museums on this tour of one of the world's most renowned collections of art. With a private guide, go straight inside the complex to admire the Vatican's architecture, marvel at works by masters like Raphael and Caravaggio, and see some of the 'hidden,' off-the-beaten-path sites that many visitors miss. Of course, you'll visit the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo's famous frescoes, and enter St Peter's Basilica from the museums, avoiding the main entrance line.

Take a private tour of Rome's top attractions, including skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, for a more luxurious experience without the big tour crowds. A private driver takes you around the city's most popular districts so you can see landmarks such as the Pantheon, Colosseum, and Roman Forum, or whatever sites interest you. You can create your own itinerary.

Florence's Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio are two of the city's highlights, yet can sometimes take a back seat to the Uffizi and Accademia galleries. This 2-hour tour gives both the attention they deserve, with a private guide to show you around. Admire the sculptures and architecture of the Piazza della Signoria, including the Loggia dei Lanzi, and enjoy priority access to the Palazzo Vecchio to see its main, art-filled chambers.

Enjoy an unforgettable day trip from Florence to see both Pisa and Lucca with this private 7-hour tour. See the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Walk on the perfectly-intact historic city walls in Lucca.

Discover the Colosseum and Roman Forum with a private guide, and enjoy a 3-hour tour that's tailored to your own group. After a skip-the-line tour of the Roman Forum to learn about daily life in Imperial Rome, you'll visit the Colosseum to see where gladiators fought to the death and emperors cheered. Two start times are available when you book.

Make your romantic memories of the canal city last forever with a private gondola ride and photo shoot in Venice.

See the sights of Rome like a VIP on a 4-hour private city tour with your own chauffer, who provides personalized attention and interesting commentary. Travel by luxury car, such as a Mercedes or BMW, through the Eternal City to check out its top attractions, from the Colosseum and Roman Forum to the Borghese Gallery. Discover neighborhoods like Trastevere or the Jewish Ghetto, or visit iconic landmarks like St Peter's Basilica, if you wish.

Spend a glorious day at sea exploring the bays of Taormina on this private 8-hour sailing tour, including lunch. Get some instruction in sailing from your captain. Go swimming, enjoy the scenery, and dine on fresh fish for lunch.

Make the most of your time in Rome with a private tour from the Civitavecchia port. You'll have the chance to see top attractions like the Roman Forum and Colosseum, plus visit the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel. By booking a private shore excursion, you can enjoy a more relaxed pace.

Discover Florence's artistic and architectural treasures with the help of a local expert on this private, 3-hour walking tour. Wander through a labyrinth of winding medieval streets as you learn the legends behind famous landmarks like the Palazzo Vecchio, Vasari Corridor, and the Duomo Cathedral. Set your own pace and take advantage of personalized attention from your guide for a fascinating introduction to the birthplace of the Renaissance.

Experience one of Florence's greatest art collections with the depth and focus that comes with a privately guided tour. This 2-hour tour of the Pitti Palace's Palatine Gallery showcases the highlights of the Renaissance and 16th-century collection, mostly amassed by the Medici. View works by greats like Raphael, Titian, Botticelli, and Rubens, plus frescoes by Pietro da Cortona, and more. Includes pre-booked tickets so you can bypass the main entrance lines.

Discover Pisa with your own private guide and visit the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa with a skip-the-line ticket. The UNESCO World Heritage Site attracts the crowds but your fast entry ticket lets you bypass its long general entrance line. Learn about the other monuments of Piazza dei Miracoli on a walking tour, and hear fun facts about Pisa's history as you go.

What's a trip to Rome without stocking up on some Italian fashion? On this private tour, visit Castel Romano Designer Outlet, an outdoor shopping mall about 20 miles (30 km) from the city, for a relaxing day of browsing high-end labels like Armani, Cavalli, Valentino and Dolce & Gabbana. Enjoy discounts up to 70%, and receive any assistance you may need from your driver/tour host.

Explore Rome with your own private guide on a day-long tour of the capital. Starting with visits to Castel Sant'Angelo and the city's centro storico, the tour includes sights of all the key landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. Hear the history behind the monuments as you explore, then take a break for lunch. In the afternoon, you'll meet back up with your guide for a visit to Ancient Rome, checking out the Colosseum on a skip-the-line-tour and strolling amid the ruins of Palatine Hill. Bookings are available for groups of two to seven people.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of Italy's most iconic attractions and this private 2-hour walking tour will reveal the mysteries of the distinctive tower. Learn how the tower got its famous tilt, marvel the grand architecture of the Piazza dei Miracoli, and see landmarks like Palazzo Vescovile, Scuola Normale, and the Church of San Sisto. Finally, tuck into a 2-course lunch or dinner of delicious Tuscan cuisine.

Enjoy a private 2-hour tour of the fascinating Medici Chapels, museum, and neighborhood around the wonderful San Lorenzo Square to learn more about the family that ruled the Florentine Republic for so long.