Private Sightseeing Tours in Italy

See an ancient Roman city and the volcano that destroyed it with this private day trip to Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius from Rome. Explore both sites at your own pace. Stop at a restaurant on the slopes of Mt Vesuvius for lunch and a wine tasting (included).

Combine Italian history and shopping on this private tour from Naples to the Royal Palace of Caserta, followed by a stop at La Reggia Designer Outlet. Built for the Bourbon King of Naples, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed palace is known for its baroque-style architecture and vast parkland with more than 3,200 yards (2,926 meters) of fountains, gardens and a waterfall. Please note: Entrance fee is not included.

Take a private tour of the Venetian Lagoon and visit the enchanting islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Tour a glassblower's workshop in Murano, and discover the traditional art of lacemaking in Burano. See medieval churches while learning about the ancient history of Torcello, Venice's earliest settlement and a tranquil escape from the typical tourist path. Enjoy the dedicated attention of your private guide on this 4-hour tour.

Discover Italy's fashion capital with a 3-hour private tour through Milan. Visit a number of fashion stores, concept spaces, and vintage shops in the stylish Brera neighborhood. Traverse the city on foot with your guide and learn about Milan's famous design and fashion history while observing it firsthand.

Feast your eyes on one of the world's finest collections of Renaissance art with a private, 3-hour tour of the Ufizzi Gallery in Florence. Bring along the whole family or a group of friends, and head straight for collection highlights as an expert guide reveals the secrets and stories behind masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Rafael, and other artistic legends.

Explore the Eternal City on this full-day private tour from Florence to Rome. Journey by private coach to the Italian capital and begin your day with a 2-hour guided walking tour. See top attractions such as the Spanish Steps, Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain, reuniting with your driver afterward for a city tour by coach. Admire St Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum and other must-see spots before beginning the smooth ride back to Florence.

Discover the hidden mysteries of Naples on a private full-day walking tour of the city's most intriguing churches, cemeteries and crypts. Listen to age-old legends from your art historian guide as you tour mystical sites such as the Church of Gesù Nuovo, Sansevero Chapel and Cemetery delle Fontanelle - an underground burial chamber piled high with bones. Savor a lunch of authentic Neapolitan pizza midday, and enjoy the personalized attention of a private tour.

See Naples like a true Italian on this 4.5-hour Vespa tour. Led by an expert driver, hop on the back of a vintage scooter and soak up the city's history, architecture and old-world charm. Pass top attractions including the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Naples, Parco Virgiliano and Castel Dell'Ovo, hopping off to relax at a local cafe with a cake and coffee (own expense). Enjoy an intimate look at this southern Italian city before returning to your original departure point.

Travel through the Tuscan countryside with a private guide on this day trip to Assisi and Perugia. Departing from Florence, explore the medieval city of Passignano sul Trasimeno and enjoy views of the beautiful Lake Trasimeno. Then head to Perugia to see where Renaissance artist Raphael worked, before exploring the town of Assisi, once home to Italy's patron saint. While there, admire the UNESCO-listed Basilica of St Francis and hear local history from your expert guide. At the end of your day trip, you will return back to Florence.

See the sights of Milan with a private guide followed by a cooking class with an expert chef. Spend the morning with your private guide on a walking tour of Milan's most famous attractions in the historic center. Learn the secrets of Italian cuisine with an afternoon cooking class and then eat the meal you've created.

Spend a day exploring two picturesque Tuscan cities on a private tour of Pisa and Lucca from Florence. Visit the famous leaning tower in Pisa, as well as the huge cathedral next to it. Walk along the impressive city walls around historic Lucca. See some of the region's most notable Renaissance architecture.

Romulus, Remus and Roman Emperors. They all left their mark on Rome's Palatine Hill. Scout out the area on a private tour, led by a local history expert, and discover the legends and archaeological ruins of Ancient Rome. Step inside the excavated homes of the Roman emperors such as Casa di Augusto, Domus Augustana and Casa di Livia; check out the Palatine Museum's treasure trove of relics; and stop by at Domus Tiberiana and the Arch of Titus among other must-see sights.

The Sicilian driving style is not for the faint-hearted - so do your nerves a favor with a private driver/guide. See lava flows and craters, and visit Mount Etna itself, before enjoying a scenic drive to Taormina, Sicily's most elegant resort town, with its stylish Greco-Roman theater. Please note: all entrance fees are at your own expense.

Take a classic Italian ride through Naples on this private, 5-hour tour by vintage Fiat 600. Led by a personal driver, pass the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Naples, Castel Dell'Ovo, Parco Virgiliano and other top attractions. Learn the history behind each major landmark you pass, hopping out to relax with coffee and cake at a local café. Take some time to explore by foot before returning to your original departure point.

Get a personalized introduction to Florence's rich history and Renaissance treasures on a private, 3-hour walking tour. See the medieval city's most iconic historic buildings, including the magnificent Duomo and Bell Tower, Ufizzi Gallery and Pitti Palace, and stroll among the outdoor sculpture gallery of Piazza della Signoria. Admire the handiwork of goldsmiths on romantic Ponte Vecchio, and explore the traditional artisan quarters of Oltrano while gaining insight into local arts and culture.

Take advantage of the opportunity to see the incomparable Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice with a private guided tour. Visit the palazzo that was once Ms Guggenheim's home, overlooking the Grand Canal and filled with pieces from her personal art collection. Learn about this important gallery's place in the history of 20th-century art.

Spend half a day in the Castelli Romani region on a private wine tour. Guided by a wine connoisseur, the excursion includes visits to the famous winemaking hills of Frascati and the esteemed fiorano Vineyard. Sip on samples of wine and tuck into Roman pizza, silky olive oil and fresh bread before your return to Rome.

Soak in the gorgeous views of an Italian hilltop town on this private 2-hour sunset walking tour of Perugia. Bring your camera to capture the views as you learn about this Umbrian city's history from your guide.

One of the jewels of Puglia, Lecce is rich in history and world-class sights - and a private walking tour is the perfect way to get up close and personal and immerse yourself in the city's atmosphere. Admire the ruins of the city's Roman-era amphitheater, see the baroque splendors of the Piazza del Duomo, take in the Basilica di Santa Croce, and learn more from your guide.

Experience the best of Tuscany - cheese and wine, of course! - on this private tour from Siena. You'll admire fabulous scenery in the Val d'Orcia, learn about cheese making during a tour at an organic dairy farm, visit the World Heritage-listed town of Pienza, and enjoy tastings of the region's renowned Brunello wine during a cellar tour at a winery in the hilltop town of Montalcino. With a privately guided tour, enjoy a more personalized experience.