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15 Private Shore Excursions in Italy You Can Do Before All-Aboard

29 tours  ·  from $142 a head

This is the shortlist you would send to the next cabin: 15 private shore excursions in Italy worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you book.

Civitavecchia Private Transfer: Rome to Civitavecchia Cruise Port - The ride to Civitavecchia
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Civitavecchia Private Transfer: Rome to Civitavecchia Cruise Port

1.Civitavecchia Private Transfer: Rome to Civitavecchia Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 669 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $141Our pick

Travel from your Rome hotel to the Civitavecchia cruise terminal in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for up to eight people. Drivers such as Eduardo, Ali, Melissa, and Stefan have helped with luggage, traffic, and port drop-offs. Allow extra time beyond the one-hour estimate.

“Professional and timely. Easy trip from our Hotel to the airport. Our driver spoke English very well and a pleasure to ride with.”

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Naples Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi - Positano: Beauty, Stairs, and Limited Walking Time
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Naples Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi

2.Private Tour to Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $328

Travel from Naples port in a private, air-conditioned car or minivan with a driver, adding an English-speaking guide if you choose. See Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Praiano, and Conca dei Marini, with flexible stops, photo breaks, lunch suggestions, and a guaranteed return to your ship.

“Wonderful way of seeing Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi in one day. We were picked up just outside the port in an air conditioned minibus and a driver with minimal English (would highly recommend getting the tour with the English speaking guide). The driver was absolutely excellent - those narrow windy roads were very difficult to manoeuvre but he had no issues! We spent around 50 minutes in Sorrento and Positano but then we were stuck in traffic because of an accident which resulted in us only having about 25 minutes to wander around Amalfi. Only downfall was that we stopped at a restaurant along the way and it was incredibly…”

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Civitavecchia Shore Excursion: Best of Rome Private Tour - The Colosseum and Arch of Constantine
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Civitavecchia Shore Excursion: Best of Rome Private Tour

3.Best of Rome Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · from $434

Travel from Civitavecchia to Rome in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Shape the day around the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Vatican area, and more. Drivers such as Ricardo, Fabio, Matteo, and Nicola have earned praise for timing, local advice, and friendly service.

“Able to see so much in our time. Ricardo listened to our needs and wants. He worked with us and made the trip PERFECT”

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Livorno Shore Excursion: Pisa and Florence Private Day Trip - The drive into Florence and the view from above
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Livorno Shore Excursion: Pisa and Florence Private Day Trip

4.Pisa and Florence Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $546

Travel by private Mercedes from your Livorno cruise ship to Pisa and Florence with an English-speaking driver. Stop at the Leaning Tower, Piazzale Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo. Add a private Florence guide with timed entry to the Accademia or Uffizi.

“This was a private tour of Pisa and Florence. Since we were only in port for the day, I wanted to make the most of our time in these two cities. A private car picked us up at the port and drove us first to Pisa then to Florence. In Florence a private tour guide took us around the city and into the Galleria of Academia, which the statue of David is housed. She had already our tickets, so we didn't have to wait in line to purchase them. The lines are very long on most days to get into the museums in Florence, so you secure your tickets in…”

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Semi Private Amalfi Coast Shore Excursion with Pick Up - What the $163.33 price really covers
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Semi Private Amalfi Coast Shore Excursion with Pick Up

5.Semi Private Amalfi Coast Shore Excursion with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $163

Ride from Naples with a local driver-guide such as Salvatore, Simona, or Antonio, then explore Positano and Sorrento with time for photos, food, and shopping. The route can shift with traffic, road closures, and group preference, so confirm which towns you will visit before setting out.

“It is a long drive to the Amalfi Coast with little opportunities for a bathroom break. Plan accordingly. Lots of walking through narrow streets so wear very comfortable shoes. The roads are very narrow and curvy so if someone is prone to motion sickness, take medication before the drive. But seriously, this trip is so worth the views and experiences. Enjoy!”

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Private Shore Excursions to Rome from Civitavecchia Cruise Port with Driver - The Colosseum, with admission not included
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Private Shore Excursions to Rome from Civitavecchia Cruise Port with Driver

6.Private Shore Excursions to Rome from Civitavecchia Cruise Port with Driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $609

Start at your Civitavecchia ship with an English-speaking driver, then cover Rome’s major sights by private vehicle. Visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with included entry, while Colosseum access is not included. Steve may be your driver, depending on assignment.

“Our driver Steve was terrific. Showed us many sights and explained what we were seeing. Knew where to get us a fabulous lunch. He wanted to make us happy with his service.”

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Venice Private Departure Transfer by Water Taxi: Central Venice to Cruise Port - Arriving at Venezia Marittima or San Basilio
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Venice Private Departure Transfer by Water Taxi: Central Venice to Cruise Port

7.Venice Private Departure Transfer by Water Taxi: Central Venice to Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 25 minutes (approx.)

Travel from your central Venice hotel to Venezia Marittima or San Basilio by private motorboat. Choose meet-and-greet or full service, with help from the lobby to the cruise terminal. The roughly 25-minute ride offers fine canal views, but confirm your pickup time, luggage, and ship berth carefully.

“Another great personal touch to keep your trip going smooth!!!”

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Venice Private Arrival Transfer by Water Taxi: Cruise Port to Central Venice - The private motorboat ride through Venice
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Venice Private Arrival Transfer by Water Taxi: Cruise Port to Central Venice

8.Venice Private Arrival Transfer by Water Taxi: Cruise Port to Central Venice

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 108 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Arrange a private motorboat from Venice’s Marittima or San Basilio cruise terminal to central Venice. Choose basic meet-and-greet help or full escort service to your hotel. Boats carry up to six people and six bags, with staff such as Vito, Laura, or Fredriko assisting on the ground.

“Info from Viator said someone would be at the cruise terminal. We waited until our pickup time. When no one showed, it turns out we had to go to the water taxi doc, which was 2 blocks away. We had to wait another 30 minutes for our taxi. Better info would have helped.”

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Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Ship Port Private Transfer - What the Mercedes ride is like
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Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Ship Port Private Transfer

9.Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Ship Port Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

You’ll leave any Rome hotel, B&B, or apartment in a private, air-conditioned Mercedes with a professional chauffeur. Roberto, Caesar, and Claudio are among the drivers praised for punctual service and careful luggage handling. Allow about 90 minutes, with extra time for traffic.

“Excellent service!!! Driver arrived early and was awesome. He took care of all our luggage and got us to the cruise port early. It was our first time to Rome and he gave us several tips for our next trip back. Highly recommend this transportation option.”

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Cinque Terre and Pisa Full-Day Private Shore Excursion from Livorno Port - Three villages, three different moods
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Cinque Terre and Pisa Full-Day Private Shore Excursion from Livorno Port

10.Cinque Terre and Pisa Full-Day Private Shore Excursion from Livorno Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $481

Meet your guide at Livorno cruise port and ride a private, air-conditioned minivan to three Cinque Terre villages. Guides such as Luigi, Laura, Romina, and Ursula arrange ferries or trains, lunch tips, and photo stops before a 45-minute visit to Pisa.

“We really enjoyed our tour guides Ursula and Alessandro. They took care of us and shared the beautiful sites of Pisa and the Cinque Terra. Personable, passionate, and easy going. The beauty of the coast is not to be missed. Don't miss out on this one! Ciao!!”

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Rome for First-Timers Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port - Roman Forum views and Circus Maximus
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Rome for First-Timers Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port

11.Rome for First-Timers Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $459

Meet your English-speaking driver at Civitavecchia dockside at 7:30 a.m. and explore Rome by private air-conditioned minivan. Shape the day around the Colosseum, Catacombs, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Appian Way, and St. Peter’s Square. Drivers such as Michael, Sal, Luca, and Marco are praised for smart routes and personal service.

“We took a tour of Rome on May 1st. This happened to be Italy's Labor Day, so the Vatican and the museums were closed. My group of six was picked up from our cruise ship and traveled to Rome in a new 8 passenger van. Our tour guide John was amazing! He first took us to the Catacombs, then the Coliseum, Circus Maximus, Trevi Fountain, Appian Way, then drove by the Pantheon, and St. Peter's Square. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and spoke fluent English. A totally amazing tour of the city!! John drove us back to our cruise ship and arrived with 30 minutes to spare. If you're…”

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Livorno Private Shore Excursion to Pisa and Florence - Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia
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Livorno Private Shore Excursion to Pisa and Florence

12.Livorno Private Shore Excursion to Pisa and Florence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Travel from Livorno to Pisa and Florence in a private minivan for up to seven people. Your driver, such as Cristiano, Giovanni, Mauro, or Valter, handles the route and local advice while you explore independently. Add a licensed Florence guide and pre-book Accademia tickets to see Michelangelo’s David.

“Giovanni was an amazing driver and guide. He gave us interesting insights and showed us places off the tourist path. He was extremely accommodating and kind. We’d work with him again!! Wish the day was a bit longer, but we accomplished most everything we’d set out to do.”

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Livorno Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Siena and San Gimignano - Monteriggioni, a compact medieval stop
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Livorno Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Siena and San Gimignano

13.Private Day Trip to Siena and San Gimignano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $491

From Livorno, your private English-speaking driver takes you through Tuscany to Siena and San Gimignano, with a possible stop at Monteriggioni and optional winery lunch. Drivers such as Mario, Luca, Giuseppe, and Alex tailor the day, manage timing, and return you to your ship.

“By far the best tour I've ever taken! The tour guide was informative, courteous and respectful. A very pleasurable experience!”

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Taormina Private Shore Tour from Messina cruise port - The drive from Messina to Taormina
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Taormina Private Shore Tour from Messina cruise port

14.Taormina Private Shore Tour from Messina cruise port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.)

Meet your private driver outside Messina cruise port and ride to Taormina in an air-conditioned vehicle. Explore Corso Umberto, Piazza IX Aprile, the Greek Theatre, Duomo, and Villa Comunale at your own pace. The driver handles the road while you choose how to spend your time.

“We were assigned a driver who did not speak English which made the drop off and pick up coordination at several locations stressful. He tried his best to meet our needs but our travel experience could have been more enjoyable if we could have asked him questions.”

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Livorno Shore Excursion: Chianti and Tuscany Countryside Private Wine Tour - The wine road through Panzano
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Livorno Shore Excursion: Chianti and Tuscany Countryside Private Wine Tour

15.Chianti and Tuscany Countryside Private Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $553

Travel privately from Livorno to Greve in Chianti, Panzano, and a Tuscan winery with an English-speaking driver-guide. Taste Chianti Classico wines and olive oil, then add a local lunch at your own cost. Guides such as Carlo, Giovanni, Mario, and Leonardo have received especially warm praise.

“Our driver Carlo from Prestige Picked us up on time and was such a gentleman and so knowledgeable- He stopped at the right places and took pictures of us and wanted us to be happy with everything- and kept asking about our feedback- The winery was amazingly beautiful and the girl Giovannia was so knowledgable as well and so accommodating- truly an experience to remember”

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