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Sunday, June 2, 2013

Bologna Segway Tour

Cruise effortlessly through Bologna's stunning medieval center by Segway! See some of the city's most important attractions such as the Basilica di Santo Stefano, Piazza Minghetti and the famous Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno), which dates back to the 16th century.

Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your friendly guide.

This Bologna Segway tour offers you the most enjoyable way to discover the city's sites - it's perfect for first-time and seasoned visitors alike. Enjoy all the main attractions with ample time to stop, take pictures, and get a true feeling for the vibrant atmosphere that reigns in this city. Your tour starts with a 30-minute orientation session. Once you feel comfortable riding the Segway, begin your journey through Bologna!

Explore Piazza Minghetti, named after Marco Minghetti, an influential Italian statesman during the 18th century who was born in beautiful Bologna. As you pass his statue in the square, your guide will entertain you with interesting anecdotes of Bologna's history. Cruise along Via De'Toschi, one of the most charming city streets, before reaching the Santo Stefano district, home of the Basilica di Santo Stefano. Known to the locals as Sette Chiese ('Seven Churches'), this complex comprises seven stunning churches from the Romanesque and Gothic periods.

Your friendly guide will lead the way to the heart of the town's old Jewish quarter. Discover Torre degli Asinelli and Torre della Garsenda, two distinctive towers, and cruise past bustling shops and pretty houses. Continue to Piazza Del Nettuno, Bologna's impressive central square, which houses the majestic Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno). Stop for photos of this incredible site before returning to Piazza Minghetti, where your tour will end.


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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Florence Segway Tour

Glide through the streets of Florence on the coolest ride of the 21st century - a Segway! You'll have the time of your life while discovering the many wonders of this wonderful Renaissance city. Far easier than walking, and more unique and private than a coach tour, getting around Florence on a Segway personal transporter is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

While you ride your two-wheeled electric Segway, which operates by self-balancing, you'll listen to your audio guide via a set of headphones and hear entertaining facts and anecdotes about the history of Florence as you glide. You could almost consider this a private tour, since groups are limited to a minimum of two and a maximum of six, plus tour leader. You'll have fantastic photo opportunit's and excellent personal service from your professional guide.

Your tour starts with a 30-minutes orientation session. Once you feel comfortable riding the Segway, your journey begins to the historic center of town. Here you will have the opportunity to visit (exterior only) all the important areas of Florence while listening to your audio-guide comfortably through your headpiece set.


After your Segway tour why not join a Tuscan tasting lunch?What better way to experience traditional Italian recipes than having a lunch with an expert chef. You will learn the origins, ingredients and preparation tips to make the perfect Italian dishes. At the end of the lesson enjoy a delicious lunch that you have prepared and best of all... take home a brochure of Italian recipes to impress your family and friends.


For a preview of the Florence Segway Tour, check out this Viator video.

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Monday, January 7, 2013

Verona Segway Tour

Experience the perfect overview of Verona by Segway on a tour that's far easier than walking and more unique and private than a coach tour. This amazing sightseeing experience is the best way to admire all the beautiful sights of Verona, including Castelvecchio, the Basilica of St Anastasia and Porta Palio.

Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your friendly guide.

Never been on a Segway before? No problem! Prior to embarking on your Verona Segway tour, your expert guide will lead you through a 30-minute orientation session, designed to get you accustomed with riding a Segway.

From your meeting point, Porta Palio, glide over the Castelvecchio Bridge to reach the stunning Old Castle, Castelvecchio, a residence of the Della Scala family. The castle's internal restoration is a marvelous example of contemporary architecture. Stop for a great photo opportunity and learn about the Castelvecchio Civic Museum, an interesting museum inside the castle featuring a remarkable collection of European art.

Pass by the Roman arena, where concerts and operas are performed in the summer. Explore the narrow streets lined with impressive medieval and Renaissance buildings in Verona's historic center, the most beautiful and ancient part of the city, facing south and cradled by a bend of the river. From here, make your way to the magnificent Arena di Verona, the third-largest Roman amphitheater in Italy modeled after the Colosseum in Rome and the amphitheater in Capua.

Your knowledgeable guide will lead you to the Piazza Erbe, which has served for centuries as a meeting place and the home to a market and the cit's administration. Next, discover the Porta Bombardiera, built in 1687, which stands in the courtyard of Piazza dei Signori. Cruise to the beautiful Basilica of St Anastasia, perhaps the most important Gothic-style religious monument in Verona, before returning to Porta Palio, where your Segway tour will end.

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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Naples Segway Tour

Discover the largest city in the southern Italy on this Naples Segway tour. Glide through narrow, winding streets and visit beautiful places while learning about the history of the city from your expert guide. This 3-hour Segway tour is a fun and unique way to experience Naples' top attractions, including the beautiful Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale) and the Church of San Francesco di Paola. Soak up views of this lively and vibrant city that is full of wonderful historical and artistic treasures.

Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your friendly guide.

Discover Naples' hidden treasures and be entertained by tales of the city from your knowledgeable guide on this 3-hour Naples Segway tour. Meet your friendly guide and start with a 30-minute orientation to get familiar with the two-wheeled, electric, self-balancing Segway.

Your first stop is the stunning Castel Nuovo Male Angevin. Built in two phases, in the 13th and 15th centuries, it's one of the city's most recognizable symbols. Next, cruise down Via Toledo, an ancient street lined by fashionable boutiques, and then head to the Galleria Umberto I, a public shopping gallery full of stunning artwork and architecture.

Admire the majestic Teatro di San Carlo, Naples' beautiful opera house. Built in 1737, the Teatro di San Carlo is Europe's oldest working theater, hosting ballets, plays and operas.

Pass by Piazza del Plebiscito, the largest square in Naples, before making your way to the beautiful Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale). Learn from your guide about its fascinating history, including the time when the country was under Spanish rule. Near the palace, you'll see the domed Church of San Francesco di Paola -- a perfect photo spot!

Continue through Naples' Villa Communale, known as the Royal Gardens. Built in the 19th century, these beautiful botanical gardens are full of picturesque plants and statues. After, relax beachside on Via Caracciolo overlooking the city's oldest castle, Castel dell??Ovo. Your guide will point out the Fontana dell'Immacolatella, an incredible fountain designed by the legendary Italian artist and architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Make a final stop to take in the view of the city's glitzy residential area of Santa Lucia before ending your tour.

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Saturday, September 22, 2012

Rome Night Segway Tour

Feel the unique atmosphere of Rome's historical places by night! On your 2.5-hour Rome Segway tour, glide through the city and visit all of Rome's most famous sites while listening to your knowledgeable guide. See top Rome attractions like the Pantheon, the Temple of Hadrian, the Trevi Fountain and, of course, the Spanish Steps.

This small-group tour is limited to eight people, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Meet your guide in central Rome and receive a safety briefing and basic training. Then, hop on your Segway and head out on your nighttime tour of Rome! Follow your guide at a steady pace as you travel through well-lit famous squares and streets.

Ride by Capitoline Hill (Campidoglio), where the ancient Romans built several temples, and arrive at the Trajan's Forum (Forum of Traiano). See the blocks of white marble used for the buildings and admire the statue of Emperor Trajan shimmering in the sunset.

Next, head to Palazzo Montecitorio, an imposing palace and seat of the Italian Chamber of Deputies. top at the famous Piazza Navona, as featured in Angels and Demons, the movie made from Dan Brown's bestselling book. Pass the beautiful Temple of Hadrian and the impressive Pantheon, and arrive finally at one of Rome's most picturesque locations - the gorgeous Spanish Steps. Continue coasting along as your guide entertains you with fascinating facts and anecdotes about the impressive Roman sites you pass.

End your Segway tour at the spectacular Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) and admire the beautiful fountain sparkling in the light.

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