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Sip and learn about the most well-known wines of Verona on this half-day Soave and Amarone tour. Visit two wineries: one in Valpolicella for powerful reds and one in the Soave region for beautiful whites. Take in vineyard scenery, learn from sommeliers, and taste DOC and DOCG wines including Soave Superiore, Amarone, and Recioto. The tour starts at Pagus Wine Tours, Via della Valverde, 75, Verona.

Immortalize the romance and beauty of Venice with a private photo shoot with your personal photographer, which includes some of the most beautiful locations in the city. Start with a one-hour photo shoot in the heart of the city, then climb aboard your private gondola to take water-level photos of some of Venice's most beautiful small canals.

Marvel at St. Mark’s dazzling mosaics and soaring architecture after the crowds have left with this exclusive evening tour. Join an intimate group of just six visitors in St. Mark’s Square and follow your guide inside Venice’s “Church of Gold” to take in its splendor in the quiet of night. Stroll through the church and learn about its history and architecture before venturing into the underground crypts.

Spend a one-of-a-kind evening out in Venice—and enjoy a night of classical music, hosted steps from some of the city's best-known sights—during this special concert experience. Book tickets in advance to guarantee your place; then, head to the venue, steps from the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Cathedral. Listen as talented singers perform arias from some of the most beloved Italian operas, all interspersed with piano performances.

Get more from your time in Venice than just exploring on your own during this Venice Canal Kayak Tour. This tour takes you along the city’s canals to see secret hidden spots in the city with a guide who knows their way around. Plus, you’ll also see historical areas that are usually crowded on land without having to worry about the crammed streets.

Don’t worry about following a large tour group around; see Padua your way, on this self-guided walking tour. Easily accessible via your smartphone, you can read a digital guide and listen to audio commentary to help you learn fun facts about the city. Best of all, you can take breaks whenever you like, without the rigid schedule of a shared tour.

Cruise Venice's legendary canals on this private sightseeing boat tour with a bonus gondola ride. The city’s maze-like alleys and crowded bridges can turn your trip into an exhausting experience. This private boat tour covers all the highlights from the water, stopping at landmarks such as the Frari Chapel, Piazza San Marco, and colourful Rialto Market, and ends on a high with an authentic gondola ride.

The Scrovegni Chapel and Giotto's 14th-century fresco are a true Padua highlight, but the chapel runs on timed-entry slots that sell out days in advance—plenty of travelers turn up only to find no tickets available. This guided tour bundles guided chapel entry with a walk through Padua's historic center, with context on Giotto's innovations and the Scrovegni family's commission along the way.

Discover the art of murano glass, a world renowned product that has been made in Italy for more than 1,000 years, during an insightful tour of the Original Murano Glass factory. Watch a live glass blowing demonstration and learn about the intricacies of the process from the artisans. Visit the factory shop and pick out an authentic, hand crafted murano glass souvenir.

Avoid the crowds and explore a quieter side of Venice on a small-group walking tour through backstreets, secret squares, and local landmarks between St. Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge. Then, board a traditional gondola for a scenic ride through the canals, passing under bridges and alongside historic palaces—a quintessentially Venetian experience.

Verona is best known as the setting for Shakespeare’s play, Romeo and Juliet, but it also has a complex history on par with any Italian city. This tour offers a unique way to learn about the darker sides of Verona’s past while taking a guided walk through its historic center. The goal is to make visitors step back in time and learn about the notorious murders, torture stories, family tombs, and beheaded skeletons of one of the world’s most romantic towns.

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.

Discover the ancient Venetian art of glassblowing on a tour from Venice to the artistic island of Murano. It can be tricky to figure out how to get to the island, but you’ll ride a water taxi across the Venetian Lagoon with a guide to visit one of the oldest glassblowing factories Murano. Watch master glassblowers at work creating intricate designs using a historic furnace, and tour a glass exhibition not usually open to the public on this exclusive tour.

See Venice through the eyes of a local on this private tour. Find moments of calm and unexpected hidden gems as you travel by the Cannaregio on foot and learn to navigate the bustling local markets. In 2 hours you will learn about the center of Venice and its rich history, and even pick up some Italian to use on the rest of your trip! Sip Venetian coffee (or wine) and enjoy the sights away from the crowds.

Venice is at its most romantic after sunset, when the city is bathed in the glow of streetlamps and most of the crowds have left. Experience this golden hour in the “Floating City” with this night tour that touches on both its iconic sights and lesser-known treasures that many visitors overlook. Follow your guide by moonlight through the warren of quiet lanes and canals to learn about Venetian history and lore.

Venetian masks have a long and storied history: during the republic’s heyday, they were used to conceal the identities of residents who engaged in decadent activities. In their masks, peasants and noblemen were equal. Make your own Venetian mask (yours to keep), adorned with sequins, ribbons, and other fineries, under the tutelage of a local artist. All materials are provided.

Explore three of Venice's top islands in one day on board a traditional "bragozzo" boat. Leave the crowds in central Venice behind and cruise across the lagoon with your local skipper and small group, taking in views of the Floating City along the way. Enjoy free time to explore the glass workshops on Murano, snap photos of the colorful houses on Burano, and delve into Venetian history on Torcello.

See a different side of Venice without getting lost in its maze of alleys or missing its darker history. This guided walk reveals the city’s hidden past, combining atmospheric streets with stories of crime, intrigue, and power. Explore iconic landmarks through a new lens and gain deeper insight into Venice beyond its typical tourist highlights.

Swap Venice’s usual tourist hotspots for a behind-the-scenes tour of a Murano glass factory. The island of Murano and its proud tradition of glassmaking is known throughout the world, and a visit to one of its workshops is a thrill for art lovers and curious travelers alike. See furnaces that reach 2552°F (1400°C), watch the glass blowers at work, and learn how Murano glass is carved, drilled, flattened, and polished.

Visiting Venice’s most famous landmarks can mean long waits at the ticket kiosk, but this small-group tour ensures skip-the-line entry to both St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, including the Basilica entry ticket. Admire golden mosaics and sweeping views from the Basilica terrace, then step inside the Doge’s Palace to explore lavish chambers, the Golden Staircase, and the Grand Council Chamber.

Make the most of limited time in Venice with this efficient half-day small-group boat tour. Skip the hassle of planning and visit Murano, Burano, Torcello, and San Francesco del Deserto in one time-saving itinerary. Travel between islands by boat, then disembark to explore highlights on foot, such as Murano’s glass factories and Burano’s colorful streets.

Visit Villa Valmarana ai Nani near Vicenza and discover the stories behind the Palladian villa's famous dwarf statues and Tiepolo frescoes. With a multimedia tablet as your guide, you'll explore the frescoed rooms of the owner's residence and guest house along with the historical park and gardens. Learn about the Valmarana family who originally commissioned the artwork, and hear their story as the villa owners through to the present day. Most visits typically last around an hour.

St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace are steeped in history, and it’s no surprise that they’re among the Venice top attractions. When you visit them, do it the right way, with a small-group, skip-the-line tour that also visits exclusive sites within the attractions, such as the palace prisons and the basilica terraces. More time free? Upgrade to a day-long tour to include a Venice walking tour and gondola ride, too.

Discover the golden mosaics, soaring domes, and iconic architecture of St. Mark’s Basilica on a guided tour with skip-the-line admission included. Learn about the history and culture of Venice through the treasures inside the Byzantine landmark, then access either the Terrace and Museum of St. Mark’s Basilica or the Pala d’Oro with your upgrade.