Where to Ride: the 15 Best Private Scooter Tours in Italy

1.The BEST Private Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $447Our pick

Spend about 6.5 hours riding as a passenger on a classic Vespa from Sorrento or Positano along the Amalfi Coast. Guides such as Carolina, Giuseppe, Alberto, and Luigi handle the winding roads while you stop in Sorrento, Positano, Praiano, Amalfi, and the Emerald Grotto for views, food, shopping, and local stories.

“Excellent day with Caroline, Giuseppe, and Luigi. Vespas are the only way to see the amalfi coast. Caroline called it skip the line when we were able to cruise past a backup of cars and weave through the traffic. There were three in our party and each of us rode on the back of the Vespa. It made for a fun and exciting adventure without the stress of navigating the busy roads as a novice scooter driver. And of course the views are spectacular. We were picked up at our hotel in positano and stopped in amalfi, ravello (highlight) for lunch and a couple of areas of interest along the…”

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2.Rome Private Vespa Tour Pick-up from Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $61Best value

Ride as a passenger with an English-speaking Vespa driver through central Rome. Stop at the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Orange Garden, Fontana dell’Acqua Paola, and Janiculum Hill for history, city views, and professional photos. Hotel pickup is available on request, and the private tour ends at the Colosseum meeting point.

“It was awesome! We saw so much of the city with plenty of stops to take photos and learn the history at each stop. Only one problem, now hubby wants a Vespa! Would recommend for any age! I am 69 and loved it!”

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3.Naples/Sorrento/Positano: Private Amalfi Coast Tour by Vespa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 121 reviews · from $377

Ride as a passenger on a classic or automatic Vespa with a private driver and guide from Sorrento, Positano, Naples, or Amalfi. Stop in Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Conca dei Marini, and Furore for views, walks, photos, local sweets, limoncello, and optional lunch or the Emerald Cave.

“What an amazing experience, brilliant from start to finish. Without doubt the highlight of our week on the Amalfi coast. Alberto and Emilio made us feel at ease from the start, and interacted with us both through the journey, giving us interesting facts about places along the coast as well as the history of the area. We stopped as a number of places along the route with Alberto giving us a personilsed tour of Amalfi Town and Revello, where we visited shops, famous landmarks and took pictures. We stopped off at an amazing restaurant in Praiano on the return journey, where we ate delicious food under lemon trees looking down…”

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4.Half-Day Tour by Vespa with Driver

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 116 reviews · from $181

Ride through Rome as a passenger on a classic Vespa with an English, French, or Italian-speaking guide. In three hours, you’ll pass the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Vatican City, and Trastevere, with time for viewpoints and local stops. Drivers such as Vittorio, Mario, Marco, and Alessio are praised for safe driving and personal service.

“Simply the best way to spend an afternoon! Vittorio made this experience fun and informative. His knowledge of Rome’s history, lesser known historical gems and lively places for refreshment exceeded my expectations! I am so grateful for his enthusiasm and care. Highly recommend!”

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5.Private Sightseeing Tour in Naples by Vespa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $265

Ride as a passenger on a vintage Vespa with a private English-speaking guide and expert driver. In 4.5 hours, you’ll see Spaccanapoli, Piazza del Plebiscito, Castel dell’Ovo, Posillipo, and Naples’ old lanes, with hotel, port, or station pickup and drop-off.

“Tour by Vespa was the highlight of my trip.Gives an excellent larger than life view of Naples through many different areas of the city. Part of the tour was on foot to the historical sights and the tour guide gave a great explanitory insite into the history of each place. Beautiful Naples Bay Also”

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6.Rome by Night Vespa Tour With Driver/Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 72 reviews · from $203

Ride pillion on a vintage Vespa while a professional driver handles Rome’s traffic. Your private guide may tailor the route around sights such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, and Aventine Keyhole, with stops for history, photos, coffee, gelato, or a local drink.

“Simone was a wonderful guide! I had so much fun with him and he has a great energy and vibe. He has tons of friends that I met along the way and everyone was so kind. Loved stopping for some beautiful surprises throughout the tour and I couldn’t have asked for more. Grazie mille!”

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7.Rome Vespa Half-Day Tour with Private Driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $181

Spend three hours exploring Rome from the back seat of a Vespa, driven by a private Dearoma guide such as Giacomo, Julia, or Sandro. Your route can focus on major sights, quiet lanes, panoramic viewpoints, or local life. Hotel pickup, a coffee or gelato stop, insurance, and rain protection are included.

“What a fantastic thing think to do in Rome. Were were met at our accommodation and given a quick briefing and asked what we would like to see. Our guides were fantastic and took us to many of the less visited parts of Rome, while still giving us a detailed history of the city. We felt our safety was important and really enjoyed seeing such an amazing place from the back of a Vespa. It was a unique experience that will last for a long time in our memories. Highly recommended!”

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8.Rome by Vespa Semi Private Tour | MAX 6 PEOPLE GUARANTEED

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $247

Follow your local LivTours guide through Rome on a classic Vespa, with no more than six people in the group. The three-hour route links the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Aventine Hill, Testaccio, the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon. You drive your own scooter, or book a passenger seat with a driver.

“Xander was a wonderful guide. Exciting tour w excellent insights into the history. Saw so much. The absolute highlight of our trip to "The Eternal City". Thank you.”

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9.Rome Highlights by Vespa Private guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $134

Ride as a passenger on a private 125cc Vespa through Rome with a guide such as Mario or Fabio. In 2.5 hours, you’ll see the Colosseum, Gianicolo Hill, St. Peter’s Square, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, the Aventine Keyhole, and lesser-seen corners. Hotel pickup is available in central Rome, and rain gear is supplied.

“I got to drive a Vespa in Roma! Also our tour guide customized our tour for us based on things we had already seen. Loved driving up the hills of Rome to get great pictures of the Vatican and other sites. Seeing the ruins of the ancient baths was something we would have never gotten to see. Also the recommendations for restaurants and bottle of wine at the end of the tour were so appreciated! Thank you Fabio and your brother and the rest of you!”

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10.Half-Day Vespa Tour with Private Driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $203

Ride through Rome on an authentic Vespa with a private English or Italian-speaking driver. Choose a Grand Rome, Secret Rome, or Rome by Night route, with hotel pickup, a coffee or gelato stop, raincoat, and insurance included. Guides such as Lorenzo, Max, George, and Roy tailor the ride to your interests.

“My driver today is George, he greet me at hotel with his blue vespa and he is super friendly. He provide good information about Roma and ride with caution. Best option ever to see Rome. Last but not least ladies he is a handsome rider.”

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11.Rome’s Highest Hills Skyline Vespa Tour with Driver and Photo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Ride through Rome with a professional local driver while you take in the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Pincio Terrace, Trastevere, and Gianicolo Hill. You will stop for views and photos, wear provided safety gear, receive 20 to 30 edited digital images, and finish near Piazza Navona.

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12.Private Vespa Tour and Professional Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $94

Spend about two hours touring Rome by Vespa with an English-speaking driver and professional photographer. Sergio is named as one guide. Stop at the Orange Garden, Vatican City, Castel Sant’Angelo, and Gianicolo Terrace for photos, tiramisu or gelato, and coffee. The private tour starts and ends on Via Merulana.

“Sergio, my driver was EXCELLENT! Arrived promptly to meeting point, took me to fantastic photo spots during golden hour and he showed the prelimary photos - very talented. Can't wait to receive the digital. He even took me to get some Gelato because I had not yet had any and asked him if he could spare the time. Very friendly & FUN!!! If you ever wanted to ride a Vespa in Rome, Sergio is your man.”

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13.Private Vespa Tour “Among the hills of Barolo and Barbaresco”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $138

Join Gabriele of Ferrero Langhe Tours for a private 6 to 8 hour Vespa ride through Neive, Barbaresco, Alba, La Morra, Barolo, and Diano d’Alba. You’ll need a B license and real experience riding 125cc motorcycles. The Vespa costs an extra €45 per person, with lunch and wine tastings also separate.

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14.Panoramic Naples Private Tour by Vintage Vespa

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 15 reviews · from $249

Ride as a passenger on an authentic vintage Vespa with a private driver-guide through Naples. You’ll see Marechiaro, Nisida, Posillipo, Castel dell’Ovo, Piazza Plebiscito, and San Martino, with pickup at your hotel, port, station, or airport. Guides speak English, Italian, Spanish, and French.

“Brilliant experience!!! It was the highlight of our holiday. Guides were very friendly, polite, helpful, very informative of the area of Naples regarding the history etc. We felt very safe with these experienced drivers of Naples. This tour is definitely a must to do experience you get to see all of Naple's city and the bay. Absolutely magnificent!!!!! Thank you,”

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15.Rome 3 hours Vespa Sidecar Private Tour with Gelato

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $268

See Rome from a Vespa sidecar with a driver-guide, stopping at Trastevere, Janiculum Hill, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, Aventine Hill, and the Pantheon. The three-hour private tour includes helmets, insurance, live commentary, weather gear if needed, and gelato in a historic alley. Pietro is one named guide associated with the experience.

“Pietro was an outstanding tour guide! He was really fun and extremely knowledgeable. We felt very safe on the Vespa and sidecar. We would highly recommend this tour - it was a highlight of our time there!”

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