15 Three-Hour Vespa Rides Worth Flying For

1.3h Private Sidecar Ride / Secrets of Marrakech

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 478 reviews · from $161Our pick

Ride through Marrakech in a vintage motorcycle sidecar with guides such as Hamza, Atlas, Safouane, or Nabil. Your private three-hour route can include Medina lanes, Guéliz, the palm grove, local neighborhoods, and a tea stop, shaped around your interests.

“Honestly one of the best tours we have ever done in a city. And at age 59 we have done a lot! Atlas, our driver, was super friendly, knowledgeable and made us feel safe. Really interesting journey to see parts of Marrakesh that are off the tourist Read more”

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2.Rome Vespa Small Group Sightseeing Tour, 3 Hour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $235

See Rome from the back of a vintage Vespa with a private driver-guide, stopping at the Appian Way, Knights of Malta keyhole, Aventine Hill, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and more. Guides such as Demetrio, Max, Fabio, and Lucca provide local stories while groups stay small, with morning and afternoon departures.

“You want excitement and to be just like a local- do this trip!! Quite the adrenaline rush zooming through Rome with an expert Vesper rider! My husband and I(70+ and nearly 70!) loved it. It was a very hot day- 38 degrees. Comprehensive knowledge of all the key areas of The Eternal City- as only a local could. Grazie Mille!”

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3.Madeira Island: 3-Hour Old Road Tour by Sidecar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 3 hours

Join guides such as Nuno, Tino, or Filipe for a private three-hour sidecar ride from Funchal. Expect old roads, ocean viewpoints, Câmara de Lobos, Ribeira Brava, local stories through helmet headsets, and a flexible pace for photos.

“Absolutely brilliant. Picked us up from the ship, on time and asked where we would like to go. As we had been to Funchal twice we asked to go outside the city. We had four stops and a running commentary all the way through the trip We were actually out for nearly five hours, a bargain for such a personal event We were the envy of all our passengers”

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4.3 Hour Vespa Tour – The Charming Castles of Arcevia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Ride your own Vespa from Barbara through the Marche countryside to Piticchio, Palazzo, and Loretello. An English-speaking leader, helmet, fuel, roadside assistance, and third-party insurance are included. You need a valid ID, A1/B license, scooter experience, and a €500 damage deposit.

“Our tour guides were wonderful! The countryside is breathtaking and the castles are hidden gems with so much beauty & history. They went out of their way to make it a memorable experience and helped me connect with my ancestral roots. Such a dream come true! 🥰”

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5.Puglia by Vespa: 3-Hour Tour of Polignano a Mare, Conversano, and Monopoli

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $77Best value

Follow an Italian or English-speaking guide by Vespa from Polignano a Mare through Conversano and Monopoli. Expect coastal roads, trulli, olive groves, castle and cathedral stops, fresh focaccia, local products, and a sea-view aperitif. One Vespa is normally shared by two people.

“Wat een fantastische ervaring! De Vespa Tour met Giuseppe was echt onvergetelijk. Vanaf het eerste moment zorgde hij voor een warme en vrolijke sfeer. Zijn kennis van de omgeving, gecombineerd met zijn enthousiasme, maakte de hele dag bijzonder. We hebben op een unieke manier Alberobello, Locorotondo en Selva di Fasano ontdekt. Rijden door de prachtige landschappen op de Vespa gaf een gevoel van vrijheid en avontuur. Giuseppe wist de mooiste plekjes te laten zien, weg van de massa, waardoor we het échte Puglia hebben ervaren. Ook het eten onderweg was heerlijk – authentiek, smaakvol en typisch voor de regio. Een perfecte combinatie van cultuur, natuur en gastronomie. Kortom: een fantastische...”

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6.3 Hours itinerary between Amsterdam & Utrecht: The Heart Of Holland In A Sidecar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Join Marco of Holland Sidecar Tour for a private 2 to 4-hour ride from Utrecht through the Vecht region. Sit in the sidecar or behind the driver as you pass castles, lakes, forests, polders, farms, and historic villages. Fuel, helmets, and a multilingual Dutch guide are included.

“Marco led an awesome tour! This is very different from what we usually do (first time on a motorbike) and we are so glad we did! On his bike, we were able to see so much more of the countryside and dip into cute little towns and villages, pass many castles, and windmills and farms. Marco expertly talked about history, Dutch culture, and answered our many questions about life in The Netherlands. He is a fun guy with great adventures and travel experience. This is definitely am amazing and unique tour experience that will make you wish this type of tour were available in every city! Highly recommend it to…”

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7.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, live commentary, safety gear, and a gelato stop in a historic alley. The three-hour private ride visits Trastevere, Janiculum Hill, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, Aventine Hill, and more. 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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8.3h off the beaten path private sidecar ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $185

Ride through Marrakech in a private vintage sidecar with an English, French, or Arabic-speaking guide. Choose two of the Medina, Guéliz, and Palmeraie, stopping for mint tea in a riad and, except on Fridays, the Bab El Khemis flea market. Guides such as Mahmoud and Guillaume tailor the route to your interests.

“Bellissimo giro! Ne vale la pena per passare qualche ora e visitare rapidamente angoli diversi della città”

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9.3-Hour City Tour by Vintage Fiat 500

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8 reviews · from $192

Spend about three hours touring Rome in a vintage Fiat 500 with an English- or Italian-speaking driver-guide. You can ride through central Rome, climb the Aventine and Janiculum hills, pass the Colosseum and St. Peter’s Basilica, and possibly drive the manual car yourself. Hotel pick-up, drop-off, insurance, and a coffee or gelato break are included.

“It was just perfect. A great car with a cool guide who was full of spirit and humor and had lots of interesting information. The organizers were also very friendly. Worth every penny... and unforgettable.”

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10.Private: 3 hours panoramic tour of Rome aboard a vintage Fiat 500

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend three hours with Andrea exploring Rome in a private vintage Fiat 500. See the Colosseum, Aventine Hill, Janiculum, Trastevere, Vatican City, the Tiber, and ancient forums, with time for coffee, gelato, or pizza along the way.

“We had Andrea as our guide and he was absolutely fantastic, exceeding every expectation. I have worked as a tour guide in the USA and I can say that Andrea really hits the mark, going above and beyond what you expect from a guide. He has that perfect balance of seriousness and humor with amazing energy that makes every tour great. Add a ride in a vintage Fiat along with the beautiful history of the area and you get an unforgettable experience that beats any other private tour in Rome. If you're planning on booking a tour, this is the one to do. You won't be disappointed.”

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11.Bordeaux in 3 hours with tastings, in a private sidecar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $212

Start near Place de la Bourse at 9:30 am for a private sidecar ride through Bordeaux. Your guide, including Alex on some departures, takes you to major sights and the Capucins Market for tastings, snacks, and oysters. The tour is in English and returns to the starting point.

“A highly recommended excursion to see Bordeaux in a more personal and fascinating way, with tastings. Our tour guides were wonderful.”

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12.Vespa Scooter Tour “Off the beaten path Local Villages ” 3-hour scooter tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Ride with Nico and Katerina from Corfu Town into Pelekas, Sinarades, Kouramades, Kalafationes, and Varipatades. You’ll stop at Kaiser’s Throne, sip Greek coffee, and see rural Corfu on a self-drive 125cc Vespa. A motorcycle license and prior scooter experience are required.

“Great excursion road around the smaller villages and upper parts of the island to get great views. Nicholas is a very good guide and will stop anywhere you want to see as you ride around.”

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13.Vespa Tour with driver Rome By Night 3 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $260

Ride as a passenger on a guide-driven Vespa through Rome after dark. Valentino and the Eco Move Rent team take you from your hotel or central meeting point to Caracalla, the Orange Garden, St. Peter’s, the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, Piazza di Spagna, and more, with coffee or gelato along the way.

“Valentino my Vespa driver is an excellent tour guide. He shows me the best scenery in Rome. I have a lot of fun visiting spectacular places. I recommend the tour of Vespa and if you can choose don´t hesitate is a good investment of money in 3 hours that pass very quickly. Valentino drove to the gelateria where I wanted to try the ice cream and he invited me with one. He is a very kind person and he has a good and interesting story to explain in each stop in the tour”

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14.3-hour Vintage FIAT 500 Chianti Classico Private Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $194

Leave Florence by vintage Fiat 500 and follow the scenic Chiantigiana road into Chianti Classico. Your private guide drives, so you can enjoy the views and wine tasting without worrying about the road. The three-hour outing includes a family farm visit, wine, olive oil, and local cold cuts.

“This tour was SO much fun! Riding through the Tuscan countryside in a vintage Fiat 500 felt like stepping back in time. Our guide was awesome, super friendly and full of great local insights. The vineyard stop was a dream: amazing wine, stunning views, and a super welcoming family. Best part? No stress about driving after the tasting! Highly recommend!”

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15.3 hour panoramic tour of Rome with a vintage Fiat 500

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $171

You’ll ride through Rome with an English- or Italian-speaking driver-guide such as Andrea, stopping at ancient monuments, hilltop viewpoints, Trastevere, and Vatican City. The private Fiat 500 keeps the outing personal and photogenic, with short walks, photo stops, and coffee included.

“Andrea was great, he took us to several places in the city to enjoy panoramic views. We stopped at all the main sights. A superb car ride, driving at a reasonable speed and respecting pedestrians. Andrea is very friendly and professional. A superb activity! And the star of the show is the vintage Fiat 500.”

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