The 11 Best VIP Experiences in Italy

1.Legendary Venice: Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s & VIP Terrace Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,033 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $76.19Our pick

Skip lines in St. Mark’s Basilica, tour Doge’s Palace with early entry or terrace views, and cross the Bridge of Sighs in 2-3 hours.

“Our tour guide Iole is very knowlegeable about St. Mark Basilica and Doge's Palace. She is also very considerate to take care of all of us, to make sure we have fast entry to Doge's Palace, photo-taking opportunities, timely toilet break and short sitting rest so we were all comfortable while following her tour.”

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2.VIP Vatican Breakfast and Guided Tour with Sistine Chapel Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,796 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107.63

VIP Vatican breakfast at 8:20, small-group tour with skip-the-line access to museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter's Basilica.

“Long , but tour moved quickly and was very informative. Remind people again about Pieta in the Basiica. It was mentioned at end in mass of people and I know it was my fault I didn’t listen/hear.”

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3.VIP Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,128 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90.70

VIP small-group Vatican tour with skip-the-line tickets for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica in English.

“Excellent experience. Professionally delivered guided tour making the whole visit interesting & worthwhile”

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4.Luxury catamaran from Porto Rafael-Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 751 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131.81Top rated

Luxury catamaran from Palau to the Maddalena Archipelago with Spargi swims, Porto della Madonna, Pink Beach photos, and included lunch.

“This was a great day out on the water. We were able to explore remote beaches, crystal clear waters and make new friends. It was one of the best days we had in Sardegna. Our captain and skipper were wonderful. Highly recommend.”

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5.Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts VIP Group Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 652 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $13.95Best value

See Rome from underground and under air-conditioning, with Capuchin Crypts, St. Callixtus catacombs, and Mouth of Truth, plus transfers.

“Great excursion! A fascinating tour with such good information! A look back in time with great guides.”

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6.Exclusive Golf Tour Private VIP with Local & Gelato o Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 500 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115.16

Private Rome golf cart VIP tour with Trevi, ancient streets, Colosseum views, Aventine viewpoints, and included 1947 gelato. Hotel pickup.

“Our tour guide Marguerite was amazing and made the experience even better. She showed us many of Romes most important sites and added interesting historical facts to enhance the experience.”

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7.Private Rome WOW Tour in 1 Day: Luxury Car, Guide, Tkts & Lunch!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $744.93

Private Rome WOW tour with luxury car, reserved Colosseum entry, Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, lunch options, and fast guiding.

“Exceptional your! Andre was very engaging, knowledgeable and entertaining. If you’re interested in seeing the BEST of Rome in a day take the WOW 8-hour tour and request Andrea if possible.”

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8.Uffizi Gallery Reserved-Entry VIP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 419 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $82

A 1.5-hour guided Uffizi highlights tour with skip-the-line entry, headsets, and time to explore after, led by top-notch art guides.

“Enjoyed the tour and guide Claudia. Her knowledge and explanation made the tour worthwhile.”

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9.Cagliari: Luxury Motorboat Tour with 3 Swim Stops & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 395 reviews · 3 hours · from $71

Luxury Beneteau motorboat from Cagliari with 3 swim stops, snorkeling gear, and local white wine, plus Devil’s Saddle views.

“we had a great time on the tour. the skipper was great, and the water was beautiful. fantastic way to spend a day”

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10.After-Hours St. Mark’s & Doge’s Palace VIP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 393 reviews · from $157.47

Venice after-hours access to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, with a small-group guide, insider stories, and fewer crowds.

“Loved the night tour. The crowds were almost nonexistent and it felt very intimate and personal. Pamela was an amazing guide! So sweet and informative about everything. She made the tour exceptional!”

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11.Rome Fiumicino Airport Transfer in Luxury Private Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 339 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $59.67

Skip FCO stress with a luxury private transfer, name-sign pickup, luggage help, and flight-tracked timing to Rome or Civitavecchia for about one hour.

“Old Car and dirty with broken window, not a great way of a start in Rome, over priced take Uber instead”

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