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Venice can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. This group tour simplifies sightseeing in the city with a pre-planned itinerary that includes a walking tour around St. Mark's Square, skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica and a gondola ride down the Grand Canal. Follow your guide as they take the lead, getting a feel for the city and its history along the way.

Save time doing Venice research and tick off some of its most important sites—such as the Grand Canal and St Mark’s Square—by going on this guided walking tour. To help expand your knowledge of the “City of Water”, a guide teaches you fun facts and stories about Venetian history and culture along the way. Then, you’ll finish the trip in style with a motorboat ride through Venice’s largest canal–Giudecca.

This tour is more than just a transfer – it is a personal, authentic experience. As a local driver from the Jungfrau region, I know not only the most beautiful places, but also the secret lookouts and quietest corners off the tourist trails. You Trips comfortably in an air-conditioned Mercedes V-Class and helps determine the daily routine. Whether waterfalls, mountain railways or hidden lakes – we design your tour flexibly according to your wishes. I accompany you with experience, warmth and passion for the region. Ideal for those who want to discover the Swiss Alps stress-free, individually and with a personal touch.

Lazienki Park (Łazienki Królewskie w Warszawie), once home to Polish kings, offers majestic gardens, serene lakes, and gorgeous neoclassical structures. Discover it with a private guide on this fascinating tour which includes a gondola cruise. You'll explore the Palace on the Island and the Old Orangery, see the Belvedere Palace and the Chopin Monument, and more. Upgrade to add private round-trip hotel transfers.

Discover Venice’s highlights and hidden corners on this guided walking tour. Begin at Teatro La Fenice, the legendary opera house known as “The Phoenix” for its remarkable history of rebirth. Learn about its cultural importance and stunning architecture. Continue to the Palazzina Selva, an elegant pavilion that now hosts exhibitions and plays a key role during the Venice Biennale. Your guide will share insights into Venice’s artistic heritage as you explore the area. Then wander through the city’s winding alleyways to the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, a beautifully preserved spiral staircase tucked away in a quiet courtyard. Climb to the top for panoramic views of Venice’s rooftops and canals. After the walking tour, enjoy Venice from the water with a relaxing 30-minute gondola ride, gliding through some of the city’s most atmospheric canals. It’s the perfect way to complete your Venetian experience.

Discover the rich heritage of Malta’s fortified gems—Vittoriosa and Senglea—on a captivating journey through centuries of history. Walk through Vittoriosa’s medieval streets, once the headquarters of the Knights of St. John and a key stronghold during the Great Siege of 1565. Enjoy a traditional Frejgatina boat cruise through the colourful harbour creeks before exploring Senglea, the “Unconquered City.” At the iconic Gardjola Gardens, take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Grand Harbour and Fort St. Angelo Throughout the tour, your knowledgeable guides bring the rich history of Vittoriosa and Senglea to life with engaging storytelling, fascinating insights, and memorable anecdotes, making your journey through these living historical gems truly unforgettable.

Learn about Venice’s history and the extravagant former home of Venetian political power—Doge’s Palace. Instead of waiting in long visitor lines, you’ll have a guarantee to skip-the-line as admission tickets are included. See the Bridge of Sighs and the underground prisons at Doge’s Palace too. This fascinating tour ends with a gondola ride along the Grand Canal.

Experience an unforgettable 60-minute cruise along the Vistula River in Kraków, offering a relaxing and scenic journey through the heart of one of Poland’s most beautiful cities. From the comfort of the boat, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of Kraków’s most iconic landmarks, including the majestic Wawel Castle, the historic districts of Kazimierz and Podgórze. As you glide gently along the river, you’ll discover peaceful riverside views that reveal a different side of the city. The cruise also offers a unique perspective on cultural and historical landmarks, including the tranquil Norbertine Sisters Monastery, set against lush greenery along the riverbanks. This experience is perfect for sightseeing, photography, or simply relaxing while learning about Kraków’s rich history and vibrant present. Whether you are visiting for the first time or rediscovering the city, this cruise provides a memorable and peaceful way to see Kraków from a completely new angle.

Discover Venice on a premium self-guided audio walking tour, designed as a scenic loop of around 2 hours starting in San Marco. Your experience begins at our partner agency, where you are personally welcomed. We explain the itinerary, answer your questions, ensure the audio guide works on your smartphone, and accompany you on a short orientation walk to St. Mark’s Square before you continue independently. The route includes 36 carefully curated audio points, combining iconic landmarks, hidden stories, political history and daily Venetian life. You explore St. Mark’s Square, its Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, historic cafés before experiencing an authentic Grand Canal gondola traghetto crossing, just as Venetians do (paid on site). If you choose the “Private Gondola Ride” option, a 30-minute private gondola ride is also included. The walk then continues through Dorsoduro, home to Santa Maria della Salute, Punta della Dogana and atmospheric streets to St. Mark’s Square.

Capture lasting memories of your trip to Venice with a private photoshoot with a professional photographer. Includes a gondola ride and your choice of one or more other locations, depending on the package selected. Pick a time that works for you and receive an online gallery of professionally edited digital photos within five days.

Make every minute in Venice count with this private walking tour that includes skip-the-line admission to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace plus a gondola ride. Meet your guide in St. Mark’s Square to check off the city’s two headliner sights in just hours. Then enjoy a scenic stroll through the city’s narrow alleys to take in highlights like the Rialto Bridge before ending with a gondola ride.

Simplify a visit to Venice's Doge's Palace with this skip-the-line guided tour of the former center of power in the Venetian Republic. Following your guide, take in the ornately decorated halls, walk across the Bridge of Sighs, and into the prison where Casanova was once held. Listen to insightful commentary as you go, as you gain a deeper understanding that goes beyond what you'll find on information panels.

Swap Lucerne for a visit to Mount Titlis—a beautiful mountain peak in the Swiss Alps that has year-round snow. Benefit from the convenience of having train tickets and a cable car ride included to save time waiting in ticket lines. Highlights include a cable car ride to the snow-capped summit of Mount Titlis, a visit to an ice cave, a walk over a suspension bridge, and a snowpark.

Venice is a maze of picturesque streets, bridges, and canals—so it can be know how best to explore. Get your bearings with a relaxing 20-minute guided walk through the picturesque San Marco district. Go beyond the guidebooks as a local guide shares insight into Venetian life, both past and present. Then, explore the famous canals in style with a traditional gondola ride through the city's waterways. Glide past elegant palazzos, snap photos from a vantage point on the water, and unwind as you travel.

Take in the top sights in Florence from both land and water with this unique combined walking and boat tour. Get a unique perspective on the Tuscan city’s Renaissance heritage as you stroll through the old town, then board a traditional gondola for a scenic cruise down the Arno River. Listen to stories about the city and its famous past residents from your guide, and toast to your introduction to Florence with a glass of bubbly Prosecco.

Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica are Venice's top two attractions, but most tours only cover the basic history. On this group tour, step into the shoes of an ambassador and follow the ceremonial route to see how Venice claimed its Eastern Roman legacy. Start with a VR intro to see imagine how the area has evolved over the centuries. Then, discover the golden mosaics of St. Mark's, the halls of the Doge's Palace, and the prisons of the Bridge of Sighs. Upgrade to the gondola experience for an additional VR presentation and a gondola ride on the famous canals.

Embark on a journey through the captivating heart of Venice, by street and by water, on this private tour. Beginning on the Grand Canal, explore the city's narrow, winding streets and rich architecture as your guide fills you in on the rich history of this magnificent city. After a visit to Chiesa di San Moise, board a gondola and float along the canals for a different perspective on this unique city.

When your cruise ends in Trieste, make your journey to Venice seamless with one of three options. Choose from a comfortable van transfer to Venice, a transfer plus guided walking tour of the city, or a deluxe tour combining a transfer with a private water taxi, guided tour, and a gondola ride. You can go at your own pace, since this is not a large group tour, and have your luggage handled during the experience.

Cambridge is known for its University colleges and its punting scene. Combine both of these things by going on a private Cambridge punting tour, which takes you past the backs of multiple colleges, such as Magdalene, and King's. You’ll see beautiful views that can only be reached by water, and a private tour means you’ll have direct access to your chauffeur for questions about Cambridge.

Discover the best of Venice by and by water on a combo walking and gondola tour. Stroll through the charming squares and narrow backstreets of the historic city center with a guide, learning the fascinating history of the Venetian Republic along the way. Explore highlights of St. Mark's Square and other landmarks like Santa Maria Formosa church and the Mercerie, and then hop into a classic Venetian gondola for a 30-minute ride through the city's captivating canals.

Experience Venice like a Venetian by gliding through its historic canals on a private gondola ride. Departing near the iconic Rialto Bridge, this magical route takes you through hidden inner canals and along the Grand Canal, offering unique views you’d miss on foot. With space for up to five people, it’s the perfect way to marvel at sights like the renowned Rialto Bridge while savoring the tranquility of Venice’s waterways.

Treat your partner to a romantic gondola ride through the canals of Venice and experience an authentic Italian aperitivo hour in a Venetian Palace. With this tour, a private guide will lead you through San Marco’s Square providing insight into the rich history and culture of Venetian life. Then you’ll travel by gondola to a luxurious palace to enjoy an aperitif while enjoying views from the palace terrace.

Save time on your Venice trip with this combination package. Enjoy a guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica with skip-the-line entry, as well as a gondola ride through the lagoon, bypassing the need to buy tickets separately and figuring out how to fit them into your schedule. Well-suited for travelers who are tight on time but want to tick off specific activities from their vacation to-do list.

The colder Lucerne weather often brings crisper views, when the mountain peaks are white with snow, contrasting against blue skies and lakes. This winter excursion from Lucerne visits Mt. Pilatus to marvel at the views over the mountain massif and have time for an alpine lunch. Even better: You’ll skip the crowds in a small group that’s capped at just 15 people per tour.