The 5 1-Hour Experiences in Italy We Would Book First

1.Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Leave Como with your private group of up to five aboard a speedboat and follow Lake Como’s villa-lined shores to Cernobbio, Laglio, Argegno, Nesso, Torno, and back. Guides including Alberto, Stefano, and Alice share local stories, with time for swimming on the longer outings.

“Had to postpone the original tour due to weather conditions. The organizers were super helpful and flexible. Our tour guide, Alberto was kind and taught us so much about the history of the Lake. We had so much fun. Would recommend!”

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2.1-Hour Fast Colosseum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 384 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $50

Meet The Ultimate Italy team at Via dei Fori Imperiali, then walk to the Colosseum for a one-hour guided visit. You’ll see the ground floor and second tier, hear stories of gladiators and emperors through a headset, and get help finding the best photo spots.

“A great tour with an enthusiastic guide! It was worth it to skip the queue and learn about the history of the colosseum. At the end we were left inside to spend as long as we liked to explore. We also went back the next day and the company were able to offer us a tour of the Roman Forum for €10 which was also very informative.”

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3.Private Guided Tour by Speedboat on Lake Como from 1H to 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Pietro and Federica take your private group of up to six around Lake Como by clean, comfortable speedboat. Choose one to four hours for villa views, village stops, local stories, swimming, Prosecco, and photo opportunities, with the four-hour route reaching Bellagio, Varenna, and Nesso.

“A nice tour of the Lake Como area with Pietro and Federica providing insights about the key buildings and sights on the lake. I also appreciated Federica making sure our drinks were constantly filled! I think slightly pricey for just two people. But the tour is technically meant for 4 people (which is obviously more cost effective) and my wife and I just decided to book it for only us 2 given we booked sort of last minute. Would recommend (especially for a group of 4).”

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4.From 1H to 4H License Free Boat Rental 40cv Lake Como

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take the wheel of a spacious private boat from Como with no boating license required. Andrea or Inah explains the controls and lake rules before you set off toward Cernobbio, Laglio, Isola Comacina, or Bellagio. Fuel is included, and groups of up to six can share the cost.

“Best thing we did in Lake Como. Bring yourself a few bottles of wine, bread, prosciutto, and cheese and you can expect yourself a fine ride getting lit with to the boys or girls. Our tour guide Inah was very friendly and accommodating. She was very informative and showed us how to work the boat. Highly recommend. Don’t forget the wine and a bluetooth speaker if you’re like that.”

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5.Beyond the Tower (1h round-trip tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $36Best value

Explore Pisa by golf cart with an English-speaking guide on a one-hour loop from Piazza Arcivescovado. See the Leaning Tower area, Medici palaces, Arno bridges, Keith Haring and Eduardo Kobra murals, Santa Maria della Spina, and Piazza dei Cavalieri. Groups are limited to six.

“Great fun! And we got to see so much Our guide was wonderful We got to see so much and learn a lot of history”

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