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Ape Calessino Tours Around the World: 15 to Book

25 tours  ·  from $25 a head

Three wheels, a bench seat and a fringed canvas roof, mostly on coast roads that would frighten anything wider. These 15 are priced and timed, with the drive always done for you.

Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino - Piazza Castello begins the story
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Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino

1.Private Tour of Taranto aboard an Ape Calessino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 230 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $24Our pick

Ride through Taranto in a private Ape Calessino for about 50 minutes. An English-speaking guide such as Sara, Francesco, Luigi, or Rosella shows you the old city, Mar Piccolo, San Cataldo Cathedral, the Doric Temple of Poseidon, and more.

“Was picked up on time, outside the cruise port by a charming girl. We went around Taranto ans stopped several times at different points. We were never rushed and she was able to answer all our questions. Taranto is a small town.”

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Ape Tour Matera - Panoramic tour in ape calessino - Piazza San Pietro Caveoso: a five-minute look at Sasso Caveoso
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Ape Tour Matera – Panoramic tour in ape calessino

2.Ape Tour Matera – Panoramic tour in ape calessino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Ride through Matera’s steep Sassi districts in a compact Ape calessino with guides such as Vito, who grew up in the city. Expect a fast introduction to the cathedral area, Sasso Caveoso, Sasso Barisano, churches, and several photo stops, with commentary in English.

“Informative and efficient - an easy way to see the highlights of Matera. Nice guide - on time and interesting.”

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Ape Calessino Tour Sassi of Matera "Standard" - The English commentary is the key thing to understand
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Ape Calessino Tour Sassi of Matera “Standard”

3.Ape Calessino Tour Sassi of Matera “Standard”

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · 40 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Ride through Matera’s Sassi in a classic Ape Calessino tuk tuk, stopping for views, photos, a cave church, and Casa Grotta sights. The tour is offered in English through recorded commentary, though some drivers, including Antonio, Tony, Patrick, and Peter, add personal insight when available. It returns to Via del Corso.

“Nice lap but too short. I would concentrate more in the part of the stones with visit of the rock churchesAuto-translated”

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Ape Calessino Tour nei Sassi di Matera - Piazza San Francesco and Piazza del Sedile
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Ape Calessino Tour nei Sassi di Matera

4.Ape Calessino Tour nei Sassi di Matera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Ride a private Ape Calessino through Matera’s old quarters, stopping at the cathedral, Sant’Agostino, the Sassi, and a furnished cave house. The 50-minute route suits first-time visitors, hot days, and anyone who wants an easy overview before exploring on foot.

“Quick tour of Matera. Little explanation. 15 minutes delay on schedule and tour to only 40 minutesAuto-translated”

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Ape tour Matera - Guided tour in ape calessino - Piazza San Pietro Caveoso and the first view of the Sassi
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Ape tour Matera – Guided tour in ape calessino

5.Ape tour Matera – Guided tour in ape calessino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 127 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Ride through Matera’s ancient Sassi districts in a private Ape Calessino with an English-speaking local guide such as Vito or Luca. In about an hour, you’ll see Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, Piazza Duomo, panoramic viewpoints, a cave home museum, and the Sassi in Miniatura.

“Enjoyed the history, our guide Vito was fantastic! He grew up there, so was filled with knowledge and geared it to our interests.”

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Private Panoramic Tour with Piaggio Ape Calessino in Matera - Starting on Via del Corso, 76
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Private Panoramic Tour with Piaggio Ape Calessino in Matera

6.Private Panoramic Tour with Piaggio Ape Calessino in Matera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 45 to 50 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Ride through Matera’s Sassi in a private Piaggio Ape Calessino with a guide such as Francesco or Antonio. You’ll stop for panoramas, visit Sasso Caveoso, and see Sant’Agostino and the cathedral while learning the city’s story in English.

“Antonio est un guide très chaleureux et prévenant. Très intéressante présentation culturelle de la ville et de ses petites anecdotes. Nous recommandons, Antonio a su nous faire oublier la chaleur écrasante de ce mois de Juillet à Matera !”

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Long Private Panoramic Tour with Ape Calessino in Matera - Sant’Agostino and its rock-cut crypt
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Long Private Panoramic Tour with Ape Calessino in Matera

7.Long Private Panoramic Tour with Ape Calessino in Matera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $56

Ride through Matera’s steep Sassi in a private Ape Calessino with an English-speaking local guide such as Francesco or Antonio. You’ll stop at panoramic viewpoints, Sant’Agostino, Piazza San Pietro Caveoso, a recreated cave home, and a miniature Sassi museum.

“This tour was incredible. Antonio, our guide gave us so much information about the old Matura and how it is today. His grandparents actually had been living in the old Matera so his information was very genuine. I think this tour is a must if you want to get the most out of this amazing city”

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Ape Calessino Tour Matera Lungo - What the ride actually covers
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Ape Calessino Tour Matera Lungo

8.Ape Calessino Tour Matera Lungo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 5 minutes (approx.) · from $54

See Matera by private Ape Calessino, a small tuk-tuk-style vehicle, during a one-hour tour with photo stops and a visit to Casa Grotta Sassi di Matera. English, French, and Spanish audio guides are available, while drivers such as Antonio and Francesco may add personal local insight.

“I wish we had know that the tour was pre-recorded. The info was nice, but we were not able to ask questions. Driver was very nice, but I guess was not fluent in English. Having been asked what language we wanted, I expected a guide that was fluent.”

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Dubrovnik: Piaggio Ape Callesino Private Tour - From Dubrovnik’s port toward the Ombla River
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Dubrovnik: Piaggio Ape Callesino Private Tour

9.Dubrovnik: Piaggio Ape Callesino Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 1h 30m · from $47

Take a 90-minute private Piaggio Ape ride with guide Johny through Dubrovnik, the Ombla River, Rožat, and across Franjo Tuđman Bridge. You’ll stop at scenic viewpoints, enjoy hotel pickup, and can choose an evening departure for Adriatic sunset views. The vehicle suits up to two people.

“The Tuk Tuk tour took us out of the main area of Lapad around the Lapad Marina and coastline where the river Omble comes under the cliffs from Bosnia. The tour also takes you over the iconic Dr. Franjo Tuđman Bridge.”

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Panoramic Private Tour in Ape Calessino in the Sassi of Matera - Why an Ape Calessino works well in Matera
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Panoramic Private Tour in Ape Calessino in the Sassi of Matera

10.Panoramic Private Tour in Ape Calessino in the Sassi of Matera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Ride through Matera’s Sassi in a private Ape Calessino with Pino, stopping at viewpoints near the city’s main Catholic church, Sant’Agostino, San Pietro Caveoso, the UNESCO-listed Sassi, and Piazzetta Pascoli. Expect a compact, photo-friendly introduction rather than a full guided walking tour.

“Thanks a lot for this wonderful and informative tour! Our guide provided us very useful information and took also great pictures from us.”

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ORTIGIA tour by tuk tuk - ape calessino 1 hour - Syracuse Cathedral and the Temple of Athena
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ORTIGIA tour by tuk tuk – ape calessino 1 hour

11.ORTIGIA tour by tuk tuk – ape calessino 1 hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour

Ride through Ortigia in a private Ape Calessino for up to four people, stopping at Syracuse Cathedral, Arethusa Fountain, Maniace Castle, Apollo Temple, and Piazza Archimede. Guides such as Francesco, Danilo, and Tony add local stories, humor, and helpful recommendations.

“La competenza e la simpatia di Francesco la nostra guida.”

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Half Day Private Tour Ape Calessino in the Barolo Langa - Fontanafredda and a royal connection
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Half Day Private Tour Ape Calessino in the Barolo Langa

12.Half Day Private Tour Ape Calessino in the Barolo Langa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $192

Stefano takes you by private Ape Calessino through six Barolo Langa villages in about three hours. You will see medieval castles, Fontanafredda estate, hilltop views from La Morra, Monforte’s amphitheater, and Barolo itself. Pickup is offered, and the tour runs in English.

“Definitely recommended .bellissima giorno .grazie Stefano very helpful and kind also to have general infoAuto-translated”

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Rome by Ape Calessino - What you see in three hours
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Rome by Ape Calessino

13.Rome by Ape Calessino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

Ride through Rome in an iconic three-wheel Ape Calessino with a private English or Italian-speaking guide. In three hours, you’ll see the Colosseum, Vatican, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, and Pantheon, with hotel pickup, drop-off, helmets, and a gelato or coffee stop included.

“We had an absolutely fantastic time with our guide Marco. He knew so much about Rome and took us to places that we would never have known about. He was friendly, welcoming and happy to answer questions. As a part of the tour we stopped for gelato and it was the best gelato we had during our time in Italy. Driving around in the Ape Calessino was super fun and a unique experience. I would highly recommend this tour. Make sure you ask for Marco as your guide!”

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Private Tour of the Itria Valley by Ape Calessino - Ostuni: a short look at the White City
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Private Tour of the Itria Valley by Ape Calessino

14.Private Tour of the Itria Valley by Ape Calessino

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $344

Ride a private Ape Calessino from Ostuni through four whitewashed Puglian towns. You’ll see Ostuni, Cisternino, Locorotondo, and Alberobello, with the longest stop in the trulli-filled streets of Alberobello. The tour is offered in English and returns to the Ostuni meeting point.

“We loved the tuk tuk adventure. The countryside was so beautiful and visiting The White City and Trullia was magical.”

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Rome by Ape Calessino Auto Rickshaw - Circus Maximus and the Roads of Ancient Rome
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Rome by Ape Calessino Auto Rickshaw

15.Rome by Ape Calessino Auto Rickshaw

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Ride through Rome in a private 1960s-style Ape Calessino with a local guide such as Ricardo, Marco, Michael, or Mimmo. Over three hours, you’ll see the Colosseum, Baths of Caracalla, Appian Way, Circus Maximus, Vatican, and more, with hotel pickup, helmets, and a coffee, cappuccino, or gelato break included.

“We had so much fun zipping around Rome with Ricardo. He was full of interesting information and we got to see some sights off the beaten track at our request. He answered all our questions and it was a great first day activity because after we had a great orientation of Rome.”

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