What to do and see in Veneto, Italy: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Explore the countryside of Venice by bike during a 4-hour tour! Spend your leisure time cycling around the Brenta river region with your guide and small group. Stop in small towns. Admire villas and monuments. Get a taste of local foods and refresh yourself with complimentary bottled water! Pickup and drop-off in a van from designated tour meeting and end points is also included. Hotel pickup and drop-off must be purchased separately.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local guide, Use of bicycle

Exclusions: Food and drink, Gratuities

What does it mean being a Master Glassblower? The best Murano Glass experience, with the opportunity to meet a real Master Glassblower! Explore one of the oldest authentic Murano Glass factories, where the only exclusive "furnace" of the island was created. You will live the glass blowing art, with the chance to see a Master Glassblower and his team working following our millenary tradition. And then.. Maestro Fabio Fornasier will surprise you with a secret exhibition part of the project "Fantasy has no limit", usually not open to the public.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Welcome Drink, Private Glassblowing show, Private Glass Factory entrance, Secret exhibition entrance

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy a breathtaking visit to the marvelous St. Mark’s Basilica of Piazza San Marco, escorted by an expert guide (1 hour inside the Cathedral)! Discover its secrets, history and admire the many artworks as the five domes covered by gold or the famous Pala d’Oro! The only Basilica Tour where you will enjoy part of the explanation comfortably seated in the middle of the church! The guide will narrate tales and the endless history behind the breathtaking Cathedral of St. Mark, known as the Golden Basilica, due to many mosaics made with pure gold! The enjoyable experience will give you priority access for the entrance of the Basilica and to the Pala D’oro (golden altarpiece composed by gems and diamonds) and to the Saint Mark’s Treasury: unique collection of relics and holy items collected along the centuries. Enjoy the audio guide with digital map with more than 200 points of interest of the 5 Venice discrits! For an exclusive tour, choose the private option: enjoy a personal guide.

Inclusions: Shared guided tour to the St.Mark Basilica and the Pala D'Oro, Skip the Line: the Basilica and Pala d’Oro guided tour., Audio-receiver devices are included in case of groups over 10 people., Glass Craftsman at work close to Saint Mark’s Square., Audio guide by mobile app with 200 descriptions of Venice highlights, 1 hour visit inside the Basilica and part of it done comfortably seated in the middile of Basilica

Exclusions: Hotel pickup

This is an incredible exclusive After-Hours Semi-Private Tour of Saint Mark's Basilica, after the Basilica has officially closed to the general public. The crowds will have gone, and the custodians will have closed the entry doors to the rest of the tourists, except for you. The doors will reopen exclusively for this privileged access tour, that will leave you as the only witnesses of the Golden Church of Venice in the magic of night. With our guarantee of just 6 people per group, a professional expert guide will lead you on an incredible intimate journey through the magic of the Basilica as evening has fallen and it is only for your eyes to witness. In the quiet of night, its incredible splendour will shine as the thousands of square feet of golden mosaics will light up in an astounding light show. Again, only for you to see. This is guaranteed to be a truly unique, dramatic, once in a life-time experience, that you will surely never forget.

Inclusions: Small Group of 6 people max, Professional Guide, Privileged and Exclusive After Hours entrance

Exclusions: Food and Drink, Gratuities (optional)

Being an heir to the world's greatest Empires, Italy is well blessed with historical and cultural riches. In fact, our small group tour to Italy guarantees dozens of life-lasting memories. You will explore the best of Venice, Florence and Rome in an intimate group size of 8 travelers. Enjoy amazing local guides and fantastic experiences. Stay in a top-notch boutique hotels located right in the heart of the cities.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, Boutique 4 star hotel accommodations in your private room (single or double occupancy), Entrance fees to sights and museums specified on itinerary, Private transportation, High-speed trains, Premium Class Seats (Venice to Florence, Florence to Rome), Professional Local guides in Venice, Florence, Rome, Premium Wine Tasting

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Hello everyone, I would like to offer you a unique experience to explore the hidden gems and secrets of the Venetian lagoon. We will start the trip in one of the most authentic quarters (“sestiere”) of Venice in Cannaregio. You will have the chance to see a local marina and from there we will head towards "Canale Grande" passing tiny canals on our way. You will enjoy amazing views on “Ponte di Rialto”, “Ponte dell’Accademia”, "Chiesa di Santa Maria della Salute", "Piazza San Marco" and the famous "Palazzo Ducale" before we are heading to the island of Certosa. While enyoing a marvelous sunset you will be sipping a glass (more more) of delicious local Prosecco. Are you ready to create your magical moment? At the end of the tour I will drop you off directly at Rialto bridge. Looking forward to showing you the lagoon, Mike

Inclusions: Delicious local Prosecco

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Discover the real Secret Venice with a native Venetian guide! The experience to live the uniqueness of the most authentic local districts. From Cannaregio, admiring its small canals and millenary legends, the tour will take you back in 1400s, learning the stories of the Venetian Republic, full of secrets and mysteries. During this exciting walk you will breathe a 100% local atmosphere, out of the beaten tracks, to admire the real life of Venice with its locals and crafts. The experience will arrive up to Rialto bridge where your guide will show the old trade center from completely a different perspective! Last but not least, an insightful exploration of San Polo where the oldest "mascareri" (creators of Carnival masks) are still working following the tradition of centuries ago. Histories, Legends and Secrets.. from the Venetian eyes!

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, 1 City Map per person, Local guide, Local taxes

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Due to Covid19, until the end of 2020, this tour will be amended to ensure your safety: -If you book a private tour you will have a private tour guide, but you may have another Walks group inside the Basilica at the same time. Explore St Mark’s Basilica without the crowds on an after-hours tour, and enjoy an optional visit to Doge's Palace, if you wish. Inside St Mark’s Basilica, admire treasured mosaics and a Byzantine altarpiece, and then follow your guide into the crypt where St Mark himself is believed to rest. Upgrade for late access to the Doge’s Palace and learn about the Higher Council Hall, the Doge's apartments and the Bridge of Sighs as you explore. Numbers are limited to 15 for a small-group experience. Upgrade your tour to include a 2 hour late entry tour of the Doge’s Palace, including the armory, New Prisons and incredible council rooms and frescos of Palazzo Ducale.

Inclusions: Professional guide, After-hours St. Mark’s Basilica tickets, Doge’s Palace tickets (if option with Doge Palace selected), Small groups of 20 people or fewer

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Follow the guide, your local insider, and stroll through the old town to discover the most beautiful places of the city. Discover the squares of the city, stopping to admire, from the outside, the most important monuments. See the medieval Castelvecchio and its Scaligero Bridge, the Gavi's arch and learn about the ancient Roman past of the city. After a short walk you'll reach Piazza Bra and the Arena amphitheater, one of the symbols of the city, famous for the Opera season. Listen to stories and curiosities about the Roman structure of the city and see the ruins still well preserved. Pass by Porta Borsari until the famous Piazza delle Erbe, the ancient Roman forum. Admire the frescoes of the palaces, the local market and Torre dei Lamberti. On the shade of the tower there's a beautiful square: Piazza dei Signori, where you'll see the statue of Dante Alighieri, world-famous Italian poet. Finally you'll listen legends and tales about Romeo and Juliet and see the romantic balcony.

Inclusions: Local licensed guide - DOUBLE LANGUAGE tour (English and Italian)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Arena di Verona entrance ticket, Juliet's house entrance ticket, Arche Scaligere entrance ticket

Due to Covid19, until the end of 2020, this tour will be amended to ensure your safety: - Group tours: Group size and tour duration may be reduced. This will be amended as as Covid restrictions relax in accordance with local regulations - St Marks Basilica may be subject to visit restrictions, your tour will be amended on the day to offer you the most comprehensive experience available. - Please also note that it is not possible to bring large backpacks on the tour. If you only have a short time to explore Venice this tour is your perfect all-inclusive ticket to the top attractions of the city. Follow one of the expert, English-speaking guides to St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, the Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal (by gondola). You’ll also get to explore Venice at ground level on an intimate walking tour and learn about the history, culture, and cuisine of the floating city.

Inclusions: Venice walking tour including local Venetian English speaking guide, Venice gondola ride with no more than 6 people (unguided), Small groups of 18 people or fewer for walking section, Headsets when necessary

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off, Lunch, Transportation in between the tours