RECOMMENDED TOURS FOR ART ENTHUSIASTS
A veritable visual feast of glittering mosaics, fabulous frescoes or finely carved sculptures - select your art lovers’ pilgrimage from our tempting menu.
Admire some of the greatest works of art ever created on a private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Follow your guide right to the core of the Christian world and uncover the fascinating history preserved within the walls of the Vatican City.…
A tour of Rome’s favourite gardens and the art gallery, known internationally as the Queen of art collections, is an experience no visitor to the capital should miss. Whether your interests lie in archaeology, history, botany, architecture or simply in delighting the senses, the…
No trip to Rome would be complete without a guided tour of Trastevere with its maze of narrow cobblestone alleys, pavement cafes and bars, tiny restaurants and traditional workshops, not to mention washing lines that stretch across from one building to the next. Life spills out onto…
Join the quest to find out more about this quixotic, revolutionary, tormented artist whose influence on painting in Italy is comparable only to that of Michelangelo, his namesake. In fact his real name was Michelangelo Merisi and he came from Caravaggio, a small town in Lombardy where…
There’s a distinctive thrill about setting foot in this magnificent building located on Via del Corso, near Piazza Venezia. It is still the residence of the Doria Pamphilj, one of Rome’s most notable aristocratic families and the largest private stately home in the whole of the…
Delve into Rome’s vibrant contemporary art scene and discover a flourishing but little publicised side of this multifaceted metropolis. Surprisingly enough, after 2,000 years, the Caput Mundi is still in tip-top shape and continues to win the audience’s applause for its cracking…
It was once said of Rome that it is “a poem pressed into service as a city” (Anatole Broyard). Sway to the rhythms of the Capital of the World and lap up its lyrical atmosphere on this epic excursion to the high spots. Your private guide will accompany you through two-thousand…
Meet your private guide and driver at your accommodation and enjoy a full-day exploration of Italy’s best-loved art museum and the capital’s famous piazze. You will be led right to the heart of the Christian world and begin your day admiring some of the greatest works of art…
Meet your driver outside your accommodation and enjoy a visit to two intriguing, ancient hilltop towns, on a full-day excursion to the countryside from Rome. The origins of these settlements reach back to the Etruscan period and beyond, while successive ages and climatic factors have…
Leave the beaten track and enjoy a full-day excursion to Tuscia, the countryside north of Rome. A host of magnificent monsters and mythological creatures have been haunting a woodland area near the small town of Bomarzo since the 16th century. A dragon, a three-headed dog, an…
Meet your driver outside your accommodation in Rome and set off for Assisi. Here your private guide will be waiting, ready to lead you on a tour of this charming Umbrian town. Assisi sits serenely along the slopes of Mount Subasio, overlooking the green valleys below, as if placed…
Explore one of the world’s most cherished art collections on an exciting scavenger hunt. Secret symbols, hidden meanings, intriguing legends, enigmatic pictures: the Vatican is imbued with mystery. Follow your guide on a stirring trail through centuries of history and enjoy unravelling…
Toast Umbria’s unparalleled sights and delights on this full-day art and wine excursion. Your chauffeur will meet you at your accommodation in Rome and drive you to Orvieto. Here, your private guide will be waiting ready to lead you on an unforgettable journey back down the centuries,…
When he finally reached Rome in the autumn of 1786 Johann Wolfgang von Goethe declared: “this Capital of the World! I now see all the dreams of my youth coming to life... Only in Rome is it possible to understand Rome”. Fulfil your own Roman reverie on this full-day shore excursion…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Civitavecchia, meet your private driver and set off for the Eternal City. Here your guide will be waiting ready to lead you on a full-day exploration of Italy’s best-loved art collection and the capital’s famous piazze. You will be led right…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Civitavecchia, meet your private driver and enjoy a full-day excursion to two intriguing, ancient hilltop towns. The origins of these settlements reach back to the Etruscan period and beyond, while successive ages and climatic factors have both…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation in Rome, sit back and relax on the ride to Florence. En route, stop to enjoy some free time for lunch in Siena followed by a guided tour of this beguiling medieval town, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Your guide will…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation in Rome and relax on the ride to Florence. En route, stop to enjoy a guided tour of an enchanting Umbrian town. Your first sight of Orvieto, built on a high plateau atop cliffs of tufo, will strike you for the sheer drama of its…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation in Rome and relax on the ride to the Amalfi Coast. En route, don’t miss the chance to discover one of Italy’s most alluring cities on a guided walking tour. Soul-stirring art, breathtaking panoramas and unexpected elegance…
At 6:00 PM, as the last crowds leave, slip into the Vatican Museums for an exclusive private viewing of one of the world’s most treasured art collections. This VIP reservation guarantees special evening access allowing you to admire some of the greatest works of art ever created…
Step beyond the cast iron gates and velvet cordons and enjoy a private VIP viewing of the Vatican Museum’s hidden treasures. Our special reservation guarantees exclusive access to areas that are usually out of bounds to visitors, allowing you to admire some of the Vatican’s chef…
Admire some of Rome’s best-loved masterpieces on an exclusive private tour of the “Queen of art collections". Our special reservation guarantees VIP access allowing you to explore the magnificent rooms of the Borghese Gallery after doors have closed to the public. Villa Borghese…
Enjoy an exclusive tour of one of Rome’s most cherished private art collections. Our special reservation guarantees VIP access when doors are closed to the general public, offering visitors the unique opportunity to examine the masterpieces on display in comfort and privacy. You…
See the very best of Florence on this private walking tour. Your guide will lead you on a memorable trail through the streets of the historic centre while illustrating the most significant events in the biography of the city. From its early days as an ancient Roman military settlement,…
Don’t miss the chance to discover some of Florence’s most cherished artworks on this half-day tour of an extraordinary collection and a Gothic church. Visited by over two million people every year the Uffizi Gallery plays an essential part in your Florence experience. The treasure…
“….nor has there ever been seen a pose so easy, or any grace to equal that in this work, or feet, hands and head so well in accord, one member with another, in harmony, design, and excellence of artistry. And, of a truth, whoever has seen this work need not trouble to see any…
Follow the trail to find out more about the exceptional life, extraordinary career and priceless artistic legacy of an incomparable genius. Born in 1475, Michelangelo is widely known both as the leading light of the Renaissance and the world’s all time greatest artist. His remarkable…
Rewind the clock and plunge into Florence’s intriguing history on a tour of Palazzo Vecchio. You will be led right to the core of the city’s political power and hear gripping tales of capture, conspiracy and coups. Overlooking Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio has stood…
Home to three royal households, the Pitti Palace has been a symbol of power and wealth since 1550, when Grand Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici first settled here, on the southern bank of the River Arno and moved his residence from the medieval Palazzo Vecchio to this Renaissance mansion.…
Discover how spiritual devotion, exquisite craftsmanship and creative genius have secured for us priceless works of art on this half-day tour of Florence. Your guide will take you along a carefully planned route to make sure you experience the very best of the city’s sights and…
Nestled inside one of Florence’s oldest buildings lies a superb collection of Gothic and Renaissance statuary. Don’t miss the chance to admire some of the city’s most cherished works of art on a private tour of the Bargello Museum. Built in 1255, the palazzo you will visit…
Explore two of Florence’s religious complexes and discover how exquisite craftsmanship and profound faith contributed to the creation of some of the city’s best-loved masterpieces. You begin your day with a leisurely stroll to a 15th century monastery, whose history and fame…
Explore one of central Italy’s most enchanting medieval towns on this full-day excursion from Florence. Your chauffeur will pick you up at your accommodation and drive you to Siena. Your private guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point and make sure no fascinating detail…
Take a trip back in time and explore two of central Italy’s most beguiling medieval towns, both recognised by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Your expert guide will meet you in Siena and make sure no fascinating detail eludes you as you follow this stirring trail. No doubt you…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation and steep yourself in local legends on this full-day Tuscan excursion. Your guide will be waiting at the meeting point in Siena ready to lead you on a tour of a beguiling medieval town and the ruins of a roofless abbey. No doubt…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation and enjoy a day trip to the hometown of the Leaning Tower. Pisa, with its 3,000 years of history, record-breaking academic and scientific achievements, culinary feats and artistic wonders is an obligatory stop on every trip to…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation and enjoy a full-day excursion to two world-renowned Tuscan towns. Pisa, with its 3,000 years of history, record-breaking academic and scientific achievements, culinary feats and artistic wonders is an obligatory stop on every…
It’s time for you to explore two delightful towns that have provided marvellous backdrops for a couple of world-acclaimed movies. Roberto Benigni’s Oscar-award-winning Life is beautiful and Audrey Wells’ novel-inspired Under the Tuscan Sun take place respectively in Arezzo and…
Raise your glass to Tuscany’s triumphs on this full-day excursion to Chianti and Siena. Guests will learn all about the production of one of Italy’s most iconic wines and explore the charms of a UNESCO-listed town. Meet your driver at your accommodation in Florence and relax…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Livorno, meet your private driver and enjoy a full-day excursion to the Cradle of the Renaissance. Your guide will be waiting in downtown Florence ready to lead you on a memorable trail through the streets of the historic centre while illustrating…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Livorno, meet your private driver and enjoy a full-day excursion to two Tuscan pearls. Your guide will be waiting in Florence ready to accompany you on a memorable trail through the streets of the historic centre and treat you to tales of its founding,…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Livorno, meet your private driver and enjoy a full-day excursion to two world-renowned Tuscan towns. Pisa, with its 3,000 years of history, record-breaking academic and scientific achievements, culinary feats and artistic wonders is an obligatory…
The magic of Venice and its fragile beauty have enchanted travellers for centuries. “An orange gem resting on a blue glass plate: it's Venice seen from above”. This is how Henry James, mesmerized by Venice’s special lustre and dream-like essence, described this precious city…
Don’t miss the opportunity to discover one of the world’s most fascinating cities on this private orientation tour. Your guide will lead you round Venice’s iconic landmarks while sharing noteworthy tales of its glorious past. It was once said of Venice: “To build a city…
Whether you approach this enchanting city by land or sea, your first glimpse of Venice will take your breath away. Once a powerful maritime republic which ruled supreme over Mediterranean trade routes, Venice continues to conquer visitors from far and wide drawing them into her net.…
Explore the legendary Fenice, one of Italy’s most refined and renowned opera theatres, on this unforgettable tour of Venice. Designed by architect Giannantonio Selva in 1790 and inaugurated just two years later, La Fenice owes its name to the Phoenix, the mythological bird, symbol…
Discover how Venice’s unique allure was to influence some of Italy’s greatest Renaissance painters on a private tour of the Church of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari and the Scuola Grande di San Rocco. Inspired perhaps by the city’s magical mix of water, light and stone, its…
Dive into Venice’s lively contemporary art scene on a private tour of two of the city’s most popular and prestigious museums. Visitors will have the chance to uncover some of the art world’s very latest creations that have taken root amidst the city’s classic highlights. Seat…
If you trust the legend, Padua was founded in 1183 BC by prince Antenor after the fall of Troy, making it the oldest city in northern Italy. Whatever the true story, archaeological findings unearthed beneath the city centre provide evidence that prehistoric civilizations must have…
Unmask the dark side of the Serenissima on this exciting trail through the watery wonderland of Venice’s ancient republic. You will be led along a carefully planned route right to the heart of the city’s religious and political power and hear intriguing tales of scandal, conspiracies,…
In the 1500s a craze spread across northern Italy among the noblesse, eager to have country manors designed by the “starchitect” of the moment, Andrea Palladio. Palladio, who lived and worked in Vicenza, had studied in Rome where he was profoundly influenced by the planning…
Enjoy an exclusive evening tour of St. Mark’s Basilica. Our special reservation guarantees VIP access, allowing privileged visitors to relish the dazzling array of marvels on display after doors have closed to the public. Located at the eastern end of Piazza San Marco, adjacent…
As the last visitors head for the exit and the doors begin to close, slip into the Doge’s Palace for a private after hours viewing. Our special reservation guarantees exclusive entry allowing our guests to explore the magnificent halls of this architectural masterpiece when the…
There’s beauty to be found among the chaos. Soul-stirring art, breathtaking panoramas and unexpected elegance hide within the noisy, crowded streets of Naples. Resting on the edge of a sun-kissed bay, in the shadow of mighty Mount Vesuvius, Naples is a vibrant seaport with thousands…
Delve into Naples' fascinating past on an exciting descent into a hidden world of ancient wonders. Concealed beneath the city’s vibrant, chaotic streets lie thousands of years of history waiting to be explored! Follow your guide on a subterranean journey back in time, to a dark…
Don’t miss the chance to discover one of Italy’s most fascinating cultural capitals on this full-day tour of Naples. Your private guide will meet you at your accommodation and lead you down tangled alleys, across bustling piazzas, inside ornately decorated churches allowing you…
Handsome palazzi, vibrant streets, enticing restaurants, bright sunshine, an unforgettable panoramic bay... Don’t miss the chance to discover one of Italy’s most fascinating cultural capitals on this full-day tour of Naples. With your private guide leading the way you will admire…
Explore one of the world’s most precious collections of classical antiquities on this private tour of Naples’ Archaeological Museum. The first seed of the museum was sown in the late 18th century when King Ferdinand IV of Naples established a showcase for the priceless works…
Don’t miss the chance to discover southern Italy’s largest, richest and most extraordinary art collection on a tour of the Capodimonte Museum. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire works by some of the greatest Renaissance and Baroque masters, including Masaccio, Botticelli,…
Don’t miss the chance to discover one of Italy’s most fascinating cultural capitals on this full-day Naples shore excursion. Your private guide will meet you at the port, as you disembark your cruise ship, and lead you down tangled alleys, across bustling piazzas, inside ornately…
Handsome palazzi, vibrant streets, enticing restaurants, bright sunshine, an unforgettable panoramic bay... Don’t miss the chance to discover one of Italy’s most fascinating cultural capitals on this full-day Naples shore excursion. With your private guide leading the way you…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Naples, meet your private guide and enjoy a full-day tour of one of Italy’s most fascinating cultural capitals. Your day begins with a visit to the Gothic complex of San Lorenzo Maggiore, built in the 13th century on the remains of an ancient…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Naples, meet your private guide and driver and enjoy a full-day tour of one of the world’s most fascinating archaeological sites and the museum that preserves its artefacts. Buried in deadly volcanic ash after the sudden eruption of Mount…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Naples, meet your private guide and driver and enjoy a full-day tour of one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites and a bustling modern-day metropolis. Buried in deadly volcanic ash after the sudden eruption of Mount Vesuvius in…
As you disembark your cruise ship in Sorrento, meet your private driver and set off for Naples. Resting on the edge of a sun-kissed bay, in the shadow of mighty Mount Vesuvius, Naples is a vibrant seaport with thousands of years of history waiting to be explored. Its street plan,…
Turn back the wheels of time and plunge into the glories of Renaissance Milan on a private tour of two of the city’s most representative, popular and cherished landmarks. First built as a defensive fortress in 1368, during the rule of Lord Galeazzo II Visconti, the castle was…
Lake Como’s shoreline is studded with a succession of charming sights: deep green forested slopes rising against a backdrop of majestic Alpine peaks, lavish terraced gardens tumbling right down to the waters, pretty villages sprinkled with pastel-hued buildings, lakeshore restaurants…
The third largest Italian lake, the deepest and unarguably the most spectacular lies at the foot of the Rhaetian Alps, framed by dark green forested hills. Its shoreline is studded with a succession of charming sights: elegant mansions set amongst lush Mediterranean foliage, lavish…
Glide through a dream landscape on this full-day lake spree from Como or Cernobbio. Meet your guide at your accommodation and together reach the dock. Here your skipper will be waiting ready to lead you on an unforgettable exploration of this watery wonderland. Hop aboard your private…
After the murder of Tybalt in an act of revenge for the death of his dear friend Mercutio, Shakespeare’s Romeo is banished from Verona and forced to escape to Mantua. There is no reasonable explanation for his sorrow and despair, as being exiled here, in this most enchanting of…
Raise your glass to the sights and scents of Lake Como on this half-day excursion along the western shore. Guests will delight their senses on a tasty lunch at one of the area’s very few wineries and explore an historic residence surrounded by ravishing grounds. Meet your private…
Known the world over as the motherland of Parmesan cheese and prosciutto, Parma is indeed a paradise for gourmands. But there is also so much more in store. The birthplace of talents as diverse as Renaissance painter Correggio and 20th century conductor Arturo Toscanini, the site…
A safe haven for Dante who escaped here after being banished from Florence, a romantic setting for Lord Byron’s love affair with Countess Teresa Gamba Guiccioli, an endless source of inspiration for Gustav Klimt’s glittering paintings, a memory to cherish in the verses of Oscar…
After the murder of Tybalt in an act of revenge for the death of his dear friend Mercutio, Shakespeare’s Romeo is banished from Verona and forced to escape to Mantua. There is no reasonable explanation for his sorrow and despair, as being exiled here, in this most enchanting of…
Nibble your way through Parma’s streets and squares on this private food tour. You will have the chance to taste some of Italy’s most celebrated delicacies and discover why this city in the heart of the Po Valley is pin-pointed as a must-see on the gourmet map of food-loving travellers…
Find out why Parma enjoys its reputation as Italy’s prime foodie destination as well as a world-class destination for culture vultures on this excursion to the countryside. Meet your private driver at your accommodation and reach the first stop on the tour. Inside a caseificio…
Assisi sits serenely along the slopes of Mount Subasio, overlooking the green valleys below, as if placed there by heavenly hands. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, Assisi is world-renowned as the birthplace of Saint Francis, patron saint of all animals, nature and of…
Assisi sits serenely along the slopes of Mount Subasio, overlooking the green valleys below, as if placed there by heavenly hands. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000, Assisi is world-renowned as the birthplace of Saint Francis, patron saint of all animals, nature and of…
Take a trip back in time and explore two of Umbria’s best-loved medieval towns on this full-day excursion to Perugia and Assisi. Best-known as Italy’s vibrant university hub, lively stage for jazz concerts and the homeland of the world-famous Perugina chocolate factory, Perugia…
Step into a picture postcard of medieval Umbria on this full-day excursion to two of the region’s most popular towns. Your private chauffeur will meet you at your accommodation and drive you to Assisi, world-renowned as the birthplace of Saint Francis, patron saint of all animals,…
Don’t miss the chance to discover two of Umbria’s best-loved medieval towns on this full-day trip to Assisi and Gubbio. Your private chauffeur will meet you at your accommodation and drive you to Assisi, world-renowned as the birthplace of Saint Francis, patron saint of all…
Your first sight of Orvieto, built on a high plateau atop cliffs of tufo, will strike you for the sheer drama of its location. It is considered one of central Italy’s most prized jewels, famous among other features for its Etruscan remains and imposing Gothic cathedral. Thanks to…
Toast Umbria’s unparalleled sights and delights on this full-day art and wine excursion. Your chauffeur will meet you at your accommodation and drive you to Orvieto. Here, your private guide will be waiting ready to lead you on an unforgettable journey back down the centuries, through…
Palermo sits seductively on a north-westerly tip of Sicily, bounded by the cobalt-blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Oscar Wilde fell under its spell, declaring it “lovely. The most beautifully situated town in the world. It dreams away its life in the Conca d’Oro, the exquisite…
Palermo sits seductively on a north-westerly tip of Sicily, bounded by the cobalt-blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Oscar Wilde fell under its spell, declaring it “lovely. The most beautifully situated town in the world. It dreams away its life in the Conca d’Oro, the exquisite…
Meet your private guide and driver at your accommodation in Lecce and set off to enjoy a full-day tour of three Apulian towns. You begin your day with a tour of the popular seaside resort of Gallipoli. This “beautiful city”, as the town was known in ancient Greek times, certainly…
Take a peek at the real Sardinia that so many ordinary visitors miss. Here, far from the glamorous lifestyle of the coast, you won’t find fabulous beaches, upscale resorts or fashion designer boutiques but you’ll gain a feel for the genuine rhythms of daily life in the island’s…
Tucked away in the hills of Le Marche, UNESCO-listed Urbino has changed little since the 15th century when, under the rule of the enlightened Duke Federico da Montefeltro, the town thrived and rejoiced in its golden age. Driven by the intention of rivalling and outshining prestigious…
Rewind the clock to the days of lords and dames on this full-day excursion to two delightful towns in northern Le Marche. Visitors will relive the glories of the region’s Renaissance heyday as they wander through Urbino’s atmospheric centro storico and explore the fairy tale castle…
This excursion offers an eclectic, well-studied mix of the region’s multifaceted cultural heritage. Visitors will have the chance to explore Le Marche’s religious, social, artistic and agricultural past, and its ties with the present, on tours of an archaeological site, a medieval…
The lively town of Macerata sits on top of a hill, between the valleys of the rivers Potenza and Chienti. Its origins date back to the 5th and 6th centuries AD when the Goths destroyed the nearby town of Helvia Ricina prompting its inhabitants to take refuge here. Remains of medieval…
Meet your private guide and driver at your accommodation and set off to explore two charming hilltop towns in central Le Marche. Resting atop the Marche hills, just thirty minutes from the Conero Riviera, Recanati is a pretty little town with a remarkable literary and artistic…