7 Days in Venice: The Ultimate Italian Getaway

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "San Marco Giardinetti c/o Alilaguna, Venice" Duration: 1h Live Guide: English Included Elegant Water Taxi (max. 10 people) 60 Minute guided tour of Grand Canal Not included Gratuities (optional) Hotel pick-up and drop-off Food and beverages Description In our opinion, Venice's Grand Canal is the most beautiful Main Street in the world. The spectacular palaces, stunning skyline, gliding gondolas... it's like a real-life storybook. This hour-long tour puts you in the center of this picturesque action, as you cruise the Grand Canal - and some of the smaller waterways - with an English-speaking guide filling your ears with stories about this beautifully unique city. The peak of Venice's power, when it was a mighty republic ruled by the Doge, is now well in the past. But the Venetian Republic's two most iconic legacies remain: stunning architecture and heavily used canals. The styles of the buildings lining the Grand Canal show off the luxury for which the republic was famous for. (Keep an eye out for the oriental façades that testify to the riches acquired via trade with the Far East). And the canals are no mere charming quirk for the benefit of the tourist trade; Venice is still a city without cars - everything in the city moves by water or handcart. This tour shows you the best of the city they call the Bride of the Sea, and your tour guide will answer many questions that will crop up during your float. You'll find out what the Grand Canal was like before the palazzos were built, learn about (and see!) the famous gondolas, and get to know the Venice of today. You'll be fascinated by the stories of the main sights, but equally intrigued by the more secluded waterways - with the many picturesque small bridges and 'off the beaten track' sights, to introduce you to a quieter Venice. Venice is a city meant to be appreciated from the water. And this boat tour offers the whole family an opportunity to get to know the Venice of then and now, and all while giving your feet a break!

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "Calle de le Rasse 4536, 30122, Venice" Duration: 3h Live Guide: English Included Skip-the-line ticket to St. Mark’s Bell Tower 2-hour walking tour Entry to Gondola History Museum Not included Hotel pickup and drop-off Food and drinks Museo Correr guided tour Archeological Museum guided tour Marciana library guided tour Bell tower guided tour Description Begin your tour at St. Mark’s Square, then walk to the Remedio Bridge for a unique view of the Bridge of Sighs, which leads to the old Doge’s prisons. Continue through Campiello degli Orbi to reach Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, now home to the Venetian hospital. Pass by Campiello Remer and enjoy the view of the Rialto Bridge. Visit the historic home of Marco Polo. After the walking tour, see Venice from St. Mark's Bell Tower, the tallest structure in the city. View landmarks like the domes of St. Mark's Basilica, St. Mark's Square, and the lagoon. ­

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "Calle de le Rasse, 4536, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy, 30124, Venice" Duration: 5h Live Guide: English, Italian Included Guided tour of Murano and Burano Visit to a Murano glass factory with glass-blowing demonstration Boat tour from St. Mark's Square Lacemaking demonstration in Burano Not included Hotel pickup Food and drinks Description Start your trip in the San Marco area by boarding a boat to the islands of the Venetian lagoon. In Murano, watch a glassblowing demonstration with a local guide. Walk through Murano's streets and visit its artisanal shops. Then, travel to Burano, known for its brightly colored houses. Learn about the island's history and culture from the guide. See the traditional lace-making process, a key part of Burano's heritage. This tour will show you the art, history, and unique features of these Venetian islands. ­

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1255, in front of the Post Office, Venice" Duration: 1h Live Guide: English Included Skip the line entrance to the Doge’s Palace Guided Tour Access to the Bridge of Sighs and Prisons Entrance to the Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale and Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana Headset for audio tour Description Step inside the grand Doge’s Palace and be transported to a world of splendor where the Doge and his Council once controlled the destiny of the Venetian Republic. Take in the breathtaking beauty of Paradise," the largest painting in the world, and be dazzled by the artworks displayed from artists like Tiziano and Tintoretto. Cross the Bridge of Sighs where prisoners were allowed to glimpse the outside world for the last time before entering their cells and follow your professional guide on a historical journey of Venice.

After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at "Venice Tours S.r.l., Calle de le Rasse, 4536, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy, Venice" Duration: 45mins Audio Guide: English and 4 other languages Included 30-minute shared gondola ride along St. Mark’s Basin and passing under Bridge of Sighs 15-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola experience Commentary by mobile app in English Access to the Gondola Gallery Not included Live commentary on board the gondola Hotel pickup and drop-off Food and drinks Description Step right up and secure a magical gondola tour ticket. The gondola tour catapults you into the vibrant heart of Venice, kicking off with a friendly chat with an expert guide, eager to share intriguing tales of gondolas and the talented gondoliers who once navigated them. Next, step aboard a gondola and start gliding beneath the dreamy Bridge of Sighs - Venice's most romantic landmark. Pucker up for a kiss and watch as the grandeur of Venice's finest palaces and monuments unfurls around you. Framed by the awe-inspiring vista of St Mark's Basin and the charming, intimate canals, the tour promises a cocktail of tradition and sentiment in Venice. A must-do. Visit the Gondola Gallery to learn how Venice’s famous boats are made. See original tools, a gondola cross-section, and examples of traditional craftsmanship. Then, take a virtual gondola ride through the canals of Venice and learn about the city’s history and traditions. ­

After breakfast, meet your driver for a smooth transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport. We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up at least 4 hours before your flight departure to allow ample time for check-in. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon. Late check-out requests will be subject to availability, so be sure to confirm with the hotel in advance if needed. Safe travels!