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Discover the jewels of Venice in just 1 day!
Experience the real essence of the city with your native Venetian guide, who will be showing you around this fascinating labirinth rich of histories, legends and traditions.
From Rialto bridge, with its millenary trade center, to St. Mark's square, surrounded by the 3 "cousins": the Basilica, the Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs.
Arriving in Cannaregio, where the merchants had developed their main activities, you will enjoy an authentic atmosphere, exploring an original atelier of Carnival masks.
You will also have lunch like a Venetian, with the delicious "cicheti" accompanied by the famous 'ombra' (small glass of local wine).
After the little break, you will reach by private luxury water taxi one of the oldest Murano glass factory and admire the millenary blowing glass art.
There is no better ending then a private boat ride through the Grand Canal, reflecting the sunset colors on the nobles palaces, and leaving you with the last amazing view of the city.
Ready to say.. ARRIVEDERCI VENEZIA!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1
We will explore Cannaregio district, considered the most authentic one, rich of stories, legends and millenary traditions.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
We will visit San polo district, old trade center of the city, where the famous Rialto market still takes place.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
We will discover Santa Croce district, to learn the traditions of the ancient crafts and to visit the artisans' workshops.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4
We will admire the fantastic view from the bridge, to discover its story and curse.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We will have lunch in a traditional local tavern with "cicheti" (venetian tapas) and "ombre" (local wine).
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6
We will explore St. Mark's square with its secrets and its treasures, surrounded by the 3 cousins: the Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7
We will learn the story of St. Mark Basilica (externally), decorated with golden mosaics.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8
We will discover the story of the famous Doge of Venice, admiring the facade of the palace (externally).
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
9
We will visit one of the oldest glass factories of Murano island, to see a Master glassblower and his team working following a millenary tradition.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
10
At then end, at sunset time, we will tour the entire Grand Canal, by private water taxi, admiring its marvelous palaces, knowing its secrets and drinking an excellent glass of Prosecco.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- The tour is a combination between walking tour for the first part of the day and then boat tour. It is not entirely on board of a boat
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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