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Visiting Venice from Rome in one day is possible, but only if the logistics run like clockwork. This tour includes hotel pickup and dropoff in Rome. High-speed train tickets to reach Venice in just 4 hours give you time for a private boat tour of Murano and Burano in the Venetian Lagoon, and time to explore the sights in and around St. Mark’s Square. Thanks to a private local guide, you will have the option to experience a gondola ride.
A private experience to avoid the hassle of a large group tour!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
WE PICK UP FROM ALL CENTRALLY LOCATED HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS, AND RAIL STATIONS!
If your hotel/B&B/Apartment is **not in central Rome** ( a radius of about 15 km from the Pantheon ), let us know its location, and we will communicate the supplement for the extra distance.
Kindly, on your booking, enter the information regarding your pick up/drop off location. You have not booked your hotel yet: no worries, you will amend your booking later on, with the name of your hotel or the address of your B&B/Apartment.
Kindly add to your booking a mobile phone (if possible with WhatsApp connection) and use for your booking an email address you can check frequently.
**If you do not receive further messages default pick-up time is confirmed at 7:00 am**
Itinerary
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1Murano
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel/apartment/B&B in Rome and bring you to the railway station. A staff member will be waiting for you with your tickets and will help you take the train to Venice. On your arrival in Venice, your private guide will be waiting at the end of the platform, holding a sign with your name. You will start your day in Venice with a boat transfer to Murano, while enjoying the enchanting panoramas of the lagoon. Murano is world-famous for its Venetian glass. You will have the chance to see a glassmaker blowing into a tube to create whatever he wants, even one of those whimsical chandeliers. Timing includes transfers and the train ride.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Burano
Burano, a colorful island in the Venetian lagoon, is famous for its vibrantly painted houses and its long tradition of lacemaking. It is said that the houses were painted in bright colors so that fishermen could find their way home through the fog. Timing includes boat transfer.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Piazza San Marco
Back on the main island, you will start the discovery of Venice with St. Mark's Square, surrounded by iconic monuments that reflect the city's rich history. The majestic St. Mark's Basilica dominates one end with its domes and golden mosaics. At the same time, the Doge's Palace, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, stands beside it as a symbol of Venetian power. The Campanile di San Marco rises imposingly on the vast square. Visits from outside; ask for St. Mark's Basilica tickets
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Bridge of Sighs
The Bridge of Sighs in Venice is an enclosed white limestone bridge connecting the New Prison to the interrogation rooms in the Doge's Palace, famously named for the sighs of prisoners as they catch their last glimpse of freedom.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Ponte di Rialto
The Rialto Bridge, a magnificent stone arch spanning the Grand Canal, is one of Venice's most iconic landmarks, known for its bustling shops selling souvenirs and jewelry, and as a vibrant hub of activity. Just a short walk from the bridge lies the historic Rialto Fish Market, where vendors have been selling fresh seafood for centuries, creating a vibrant and authentic Venetian experience. Your guide will accompany you back to the railway station, walking along the colorful alleways if this unique city. Timing includes train ride.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- IMPORTANT: To optimize your time in Venice, we suggest to have a snack during the trip. If you do not have time to organize for it before the departure, the trains always have at least one restaurant/bar wagon and or vending machines. Every wagon has its toilet, we also suggest to use, instead of queuing at the rail station.
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- IMPORTANT: To optimize your time in Venice, we suggest to have a snack during the trip. If you do not have time to organize for it before the departure, the trains always have at least one restaurant/bar wagon and or vending machines. Every wagon has its toilet, we also suggest to use, instead of queuing at the rail station.
- NOTE: Because of small docks and lots of traffic, private boats cannot wait for more than 3-5 minutes for your embarkation. Drivers require maximum punctuality to guides and guests.
- WHATSAPP: we advice to share with us your mobile number with a Whatsapp connection. On your train, you can recharge your mobile phones with individual electrical and USB sockets and accede to a free WiFi connection.
- GLASS FACTORIES: Glass factories allow guests to visit their laboratories and arrange private, complimentary demonstrations. After the demonstration, they will lead you to their precious showroom, where they showcase their best artworks. If you are interested in purchasing large items, they can arrange safe shipping. The visit is worth it, even if you are not looking to make a purchase but enjoy it.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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