Piedmont & Liguria Tours

The Italian Riviera or Ligurian Riviera is the narrow coastal strip which lies between the Ligurian Sea and the mountain chain formed by the Maritime Alps and the Apennines. During this private tour you will get to know the beautiful area of Portofino, where is known to be as the place to live the “dolce vita”, and it is one of the oldest resort areas in Italy. You will discover the most wanderful views of the Italina Riviera with your private official tour guide. Of course you will have some free time (with your guide´s recommendation) for a wonderful Italian lunch before driving back to Genoa. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Scout out Turin’s mysterious side on a 2.5-hour evening tour with a local guide. Home to an array of beguiling landmarks tucked away in clandestine corners, Turin has long been associated with magic and the occult. Hear all about it, and learn about the city’s black and white magic ‘souls’ as you explore by coach.

Fresh pasta is the cornerstone of Italian cuisine and this private pasta making class covers all the basics. Step into the home of a local from and get hands-on experience making fresh, delicious pasta from start to finish. Then, use your fresh pasta to prepare Ligurian dishes that you can enjoy with local red and white wines from the region.

History and culture play a very important role in everyday life in Turin. Especially in the city center you can find the most important places, considered the clear proof of the importance of Turin in the past. If you visit Turin you should make a stop at the Mole Antonelliana. Undisputed symbol of the city, this wonderful location hosts the National Cinema Museum. Enjoy a 2-hour guided experience together with a local tour guide, who will take you through the halls of this temple of cinema. Here, you can admire extraordinary collections and, at the same time, retrace the history of cinema from its origins to the present day. An interactive visit to discover sets, objects and many historical artifacts. At the end, you will take the panoramic lift to the Mole Antonelliana. Directly from the panoramic terrace you will be breathless in front of the view of Turin. Here, your guide will explain every secret and anecdote about this city that was the Capital of Italy during Savoy Kingdom.

Enjoy 2 hours guided experience and together with an expert tour guide and discover the magnificent Royal Palace of Turin, UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the Savoy Royal Family palace and hear about their secrets and stories. Admire the Mirror room, the Ball’s room and many other places where Royals lived. While strolling around be amazed by the elegant and luxurious furnishings of the Royal apartments. Continue your guided tour to the amazing Royal Armory, where it features one of the world’s largest collections of weapons and to the Royal Library, which conserves more than 200.000 volumes, ancient maps, engravings, notes and drawings. Do not miss the unique chance to make a jump into the past throughout the history of the Italian Royal Family of Savoy.

Capital of Italy’s beautiful Liguria region, the coastal city of Genoa takes great pride in its local cuisine—with fresh flavors and traditional recipes handed down through the generations. On this walking tour, explore Genoa’s culture and lifestyle through its food and learn why Italian cuisine is the envy of the world. Sample pasta dishes with fresh pesto, local cheeses and seafood, and savory pastries, and taste the flavors the locals love.

Turin is known for its prestigious cuisine featuring delicacies from truffles to chocolate. Take a deep dive into the city’s food culture with this gourmet walking tour to visit restaurants, learn about traditional dishes, and enjoy tastings and lunch with a foodie guide. Sample specialties including grissini (breadsticks), agnolotti and tajerin pasta, vitello tonné (veal with tuna sauce) and steak tartare, chocolates, and bicerin (a chocolate-infused coffee drink).

Active tours, guided by geologists, archaeologists and natural Scientists, to discover nature, landscapes, history and traditions of Italy, off the typical tourist routes. We combine active experiences such as Hiking, Mountain Biking, Canoeing and cultural Experiences connected with typical Food, Wine and History. During the tour the Guide offers you a small snack to taste the tyipical local products. We start from the train station of Camogli on the Peninsula of Portofino. This pretty village lies at the base of hills dotted with pine trees and from here we'll start walking towards the hamlet of San Roco. As we walk we'll see bunkers from World War II before we arrive in San Fruttuoso with its beautiful catholic church. Tucked away in a beautiful bay, the hamlet can only be reached by sea or on foot. As we continue to Portofino we pass under pine trees and the native plant of the Mediterranean the "arbutus" tree. The highlight of our walk today is the fishing village of Portofino.

Have you ever visited a Chocolate Factory? Are you still waiting for the lucky ticket? We don't need it, just book your ticket to introduce you to the magical world of chocolate. If you are curious to know how the cocoa bean is transformed into a bar or a gianduiotto, book your ticket now. The visit will last about 50 minutes, will be reserved for a maximum of 15 people and at the end a tasting will be offered. Our open days have won the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2020 award

The Unusual tour is the most complete and informative walking tour (about 3.5 hours) through the touristic and non-touristic spots of Turin: historical cafes, noble buildings, authentic places with traditions and intriguing stories, hidden gems, private residential courtyards also off the beaten track, some archeology and even underground. The hours will fly by and you will certainly not get bored, I promise! - Is it true that the people of Turin are cold and reserved as they say? - Where's "Mussolini's finger"? - Why are there 18 km of underground tunnels and arcades? - Have you ever heard about 2017 Turin's tragedy? - Why is the bull the symbol of the city? My style is ironical, informal and friendly, for curious people who want to be amazed by the city...like you! Forget about the guides with an umbrella, their list of dates and big groups, because I want to give 100% of my attention to everyone. Consider me like your LOCAL FRIEND, with whom you can also joke and have fun, not a guide! I recommend this tour to those want to understand the city with a local who knows many fascinating stories and unique places that you could not otherwise find, with an eye on the details that all tourist don't see. Moreover, also loving photography, I have designed an itinerary that will allow you to take very interesting photos. Do not just expect to walk and listen: get ready to chat, discuss the past, present and future of Turin, way beyond what's on the surface, in a journey backwards from 2022 to 15 BC! IMPORTANT: please WRITE to me BEFORE booking to 00 39 33 94 60 48 85 since the tour can be in 4 languages and I organize my tours only on request. I will answer as soon as I can (please DON'T call since while I ma doing the tours I can't take any call). *** Write me how many of you are, in what languages you can understand the tour and on what days and time you are available. I also do a shorter, 2-hour tour on a part of this itinerary, in case you want to spend less and walk less.

Enjoy 3 hours guided experience and together with an expert tour guide and discover the magnificent Royal Palace of Turin, UNESCO World Heritage site and the amazing city of Turin with a city tour. Explore the Savoy Royal Family palace and hear about their secrets and stories. Admire the Mirror room, the Ball’s room and many other places where Royals lived. While strolling around be amazed by the elegant and luxurious furnishings of the Royal apartments. Continue your guided tour to the amazing Royal Armory, where it features one of the world’s largest collections of weapons and to the Royal Library, which displays the most famous self-portrait of Leonardo da Vinci. Do not miss the unique chance to make a jump into the past throughout the history of the Italian Royal Family of Savoy. Finally, enjoy a one-hour city tour of Tourin, exploring San Lorenzo Square, San Carlo Square and the Subalpine Gallery.

See the best of Florence and Pisa on this full-day private shore excursion from La Spezia Port. This is a chance to explore two of Italy’s most famous cities and see landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Ponte Vecchio, the Florence Cathedral, and Michelangelo’s famous statue of David. Learn about the history, art, and culture of these two great cities as you explore by car and on foot.

Meet the guide in Piazza Carignano and enter the beautiful building with a skip-the-line ticket. Explore the exhibitions dedicated exclusively to ancient Egyptian culture and art. Take a journey through time as the displays show items in chronological order, from the 4th-century BC to the 3rd-century AD. Together with your guide, discover the mysterious and magical side of the Egyptian Empire on this gripping tour.  See the spectacular Tomb of Kha, a tomb builder to the pharaohs, which dates back to 3,500 BC. Admire the sarcophagi, statues, sundries, and furniture, as well as astonishingly well-preserved items such as salted meat and a pottery bowl with the remains of tamarind and grapes. Next, head to the Drovetti Collection of papyrus sheets, which is considered by some as the most important in the world. Finally, visit the Ellesija Temple, a rock-hewn temple which is more than 3,500-years-old.

Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer to Turin Airport. A professional driver will meet you in the arrivals hall (arrival transfer) or in the hotel lobby (departure transfer) and take you directly to the point.

Born in Turin and always lived in Turin, he knows all the most characteristic points of the Palace, the most important objects but also the most particular. A view of the Cathedral of Turin from the top of the chapel designed by Guarino Guarini, burned in 1997 and restored in 2018, with a description full of details and peculiarities.

Located right in the heart of the city in a beautiful and fascinating building, the Egyptian Museum of Turin is the second most important museum in the world for the study of Ancient Egypt and should therefore be a must-see during your stay in this amazing city. Meet your local guide and delve into the Egyptian culture admiring real mummies, sarcophagus and different and interesting findings (in the museum are preserved more than 40.000). You will also enter the scenographic and breathtaking gallery of Ramses II that has been set up in the museum exactly like it was found in Egypt by archeologists. Discover the interesting history of the Egyptians, their rituals and their habits. See original Sphinx, the Kha papyrus, Amon and Seti statues during a journey in time and space. A must-do experience, perfect for adults and children to discover Egypt in just a 2 hours guided tour.

Italy is a patchwork of local cuisines, each with a proud heritage and unique dishes. On this walking tour, take a deep dive into that of food-centric Turin, from its market to its neighborhood eateries. Sample a plethora of local delicacies from street foods to restaurant fare, learning about their role in the city’s gastronomic culture from your guide. Taste wines and get your caffeine fix with Turin’s prized coffee.

Turin is undoubtedly a beautiful city full of attractions: world-famous museums, UNESCO heritage Savoy residences, elegant squares and streets that often hide mysterious stories. How to find your way if you don't know the city? Through this itinerary I will show you the most fascinating places of the city, allowing you to see them with the eyes and passion of a Turin tourism professional.

Soak in all that Turin and Italy's Piedmont Region have to offer with a 2-, 3-, or 5-day sightseeing pass. Each pass gets you free or discounted admission to upwards of 200 of the area's galleries, museums, monuments and more. In addition you'll receive reduced ticket entry on the main tourist services of Tourin: City SighSeeing open bus, panoramic lift in the Mole Antonelliana, boats on river Po, Sassi - Superga rack tramway, and the Venaria Express shuttle bus. It's an easy and economical way to explore.

You will discover the most hidden places of Genoa, guided by local people who will entertain you with interesting stories and anectdotes about our beautiful city. Tours are available in english, french, spanish, german and italian.

This tour is focused on the past and present beauty of Turin in terms of architecture, cuisine and lifestyle for those who want to understand the charme of this (still) underrated city in only 2 hours, under the magic of the evening lights or in the lively lunch/aperitivo hour. We'll visit the Medieval / Roman district, with their pictoresque cobblestone streets and typical taverns too, the market and its hidden gems, the oldest part of Turin and where real people live. With me you'll see a less touristic face of Turin, not easy to discovery on your own. You'll see Turin in the evening if you choose the schedule 6-8pm (or even 9-11pm, which means more time to visit during the day), but it's also possible to do it around noon (11:30-1:30 or 4-6pm). Simply WRITE me BEFORE booking in order to set together the best time for both. I recommend this tour those want to understand the city with a local who knows many fascinating stories and unique places that you could not otherwise find. My style is ironical, informal, friendly and interactive: forget about the guides with the umbrella, their list of dates and big groups, because I want to give 100% of my attention to everyone. Consider me like your playful and funny LOCAL FRIEND, not a guide! ✓✓✓ IMPORTANT: please WRITE to me BEFORE booking (in the Questions & Answers or to 00 39 33 94 60 48 85) since the tour can be in 4 different languages and I organize my tours only on request. I will answer as soon as I can (please DON'T call since while I ma doing the tours I can't take any call)! *** Write me how many of you are, in what languages you can understand the tour and on what days and time you are available. I also do a longer tour, of at least 3.5 hours, in case you want to get to know the city more in depth and in other equally interesting areas.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Italian truffles are loved by foodies around the world and this truffle hunting experience offers a chance to see how they are collected. On a 3-hour tour from Alba, help to hunt and harvest the sought-after black and white truffles, then sample delicious truffles and other regional delicacies.

During your stay in Levanto, your captain Marco will offer you the opportunity to experience and learn about the natural and scenic beauty of this beautiful stretch of Ligurian coast in an exclusive way. During the navigation we will have the opportunity to admire the characteristic fishing villages of the Cinque Terre from the sea: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore. As this is a private tour, guests can customize it as they wish and can ask to stop for a swim at any time. During the excursions, there will be stops with swimming and snorkeling in splendid bays, coves and caves in the Cinque Terre National Marine Park. On board you can also taste typical products such as focaccia, pizza and various cakes. Drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, included. For more information and for any discounts you can contact us by searching our website, RosaDeiVentiBoatTours, thank you.