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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.

Beat the crowds and enjoy an insider's introduction to Venice during this private photo walk, which visits lesser-known neighborhoods and attractions that only locals know. Discover canals and picturesque bridges away from the tourist track, stopping to take photographs along the way. Tailor-made itineraries offer hands-on photography instruction.

You should do this tour, because the Dolomites are the most famous Mountains in all Europe and recognize as UNESCO world heritage. Enjoy with our tour guide this experience into the Val di Fiemme valley, Sass Pordoi, Moena, Cavalese, Ortisei and Canazei. Breathtaking point of view and unforgettable mountains scenary. Don't loose this occasion!

Explore Venice without the hassle of researching or planning on a private food tour with six or 10 food and drink tastings, from Italian gelato to Spritz. Booking a private tour ensures the full attention of your local host, who provides you with lesser-known hot spots and recommendations for the rest of your visit. A range of departure times is available for your convenience and you can tailor your tour according to your interests.

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.

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.

Avoid the hassle of asking strangers to take your photos with this Venice photoshoot experience. Guided by a professional photographer, visit three stunning locations, including the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Square, and Campo Santa Maria Formosa. Along the way, your photographer can advise on the most beautiful backdrops, as you discover the city and have your pictures captured at the same time.

This tour is unique because you will be able to understand the history of the Piazza di San Marco, the basilica and its millenary history, you will be able to admire the mosaics and marbles .... you will be able to see the Doges' Palace, where the events of the Serenissima Republic. But what will make the tour unique is the guide's passion and love for his city

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.

Meet your host, Massimo, for a fun and informative private cooking class. Shop for ingredients at the Mercato di Rialto (if option selected), then head back to Massimo’s for a lesson in Italian cuisine. Learn to prepare dishes from the Veneto region and make homemade pasta and focaccia bread from scratch. After the lesson, enjoy the meal you’ve prepared together.

See Verona's top attractions without getting footsore on this Segway tour of the old town. After a brief orientation for a safe ride, follow your guide past such highlights as the Basilica of St Anastasia and Porta Palio while listening to illuminating commentary. Travel at a leisurely pace to marvel at ancient treasures from the Arena di Verona to Castelvecchio. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting islands of the Venetian Lagoon on this half-day group tour to Murano and Burano. Glide past Venice's skyline, lined with historic palaces, on a panoramic boat ride across the lagoon. First, discover Murano, known for its glassmaking tradition, where you can watch a glassblowing demonstration. Continue to Burano to wander through its colorful streets and discover its lace craftsmanship.

Venice is home to hundreds of lush gardens, but most are hidden behind the city’s palaces and monasteries. Access some of the most spectacular gardens from public parks to private cloisters with this exclusive walking tour for a glimpse into the hidden side of La Serenissima. Go behind the scenes with your guide to admire flowering pergolas, fruit orchards, aristocratic courtyards, and even an open-air sculpture garden.

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.

Discover the wonders of Venice by foot and by boat on this private walking tour with gondola ride. See its historical highlights such as the Piazza San Marco and Doge’s Palace and learn about this fascinating floating city as you go. Finish on a high with a gondola ride through the canals.

Opera fans delight—this memorable night at the Arena di Verona, a famed ancient Roman amphitheater, is one of the most memorable venues to see a performance. This package includes an opera night and a guided city tour, giving an immersive impression of Verona's vibrant cultural and artistic history. Discover the city’s notable attractions such as Piazza Bra, Piazza delle Erbe, Casa di Giulietta, and the shopping avenue Via Giuseppe Mazzini, all while gaining insights into Verona's history from a knowledgeable guide.

Any excursion to a city of art should be completed by a guide. Only in this way will the masterpieces you encounter along the way remain in your memory forever. The history of Verona is unique, it is no coincidence that Celts, Romans, Lombards, Austrians, French have followed one another here. Anyone who has fallen in love with Verona. Come with me to find out why.

Cross off three must-do experiences in Venice on this tour: A gondola ride down the famous canals, a skip-the-line tour of St. Mark's Basilica, and a guided tour through the Doge's Palace. Discover golden mosaics, learn about Venetian history, and see why Venice was one of the great European maritime powers. And, instead of haggling with vendors, relax on a prebooked classic gondola boat ride.

Experience Venice from a different perspective on a guided boat tour of the Venetian Lagoon, including stops at Murano and Burano islands. Murano boasts a centuries-old glassmaking tradition, where you can watch a glass artisan at work inside a factory. Conclude your tour with vibrant Burano, known for its colorful houses and local sweets. Optionally, visit Torcello or enjoy an Italian happy hour.

You'd be missing out if you visited Venice without discovering the islands of Murano and Burano, famous for their historical glass-blowing and lace-making traditions. Witness these skilled artisans at work in a demonstration, with the chance to purchase hand-crafted souvenirs (own expense). Then take the time to wander through colourful streets and soak up the unique culture at your own pace.

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.

The Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica are Venice’s most famous sights, but long lines and huge crowds make visiting a chore. With this exclusive private after-hours tour, marvel at these wonders after closing time when you have the palace and church all to yourself. Take in the impressive halls and prisons inside the Doge’s Palace then move on to the basilica to admire the glittering mosaics and altar.

The Bridge of Sighs, or Ponte dei Sospiri, is one of Venice’s most famous and evocative landmarks. Built in 1600, this enclosed limestone bridge connects the interrogation rooms of the Doge’s Palace to the historic prisons across the Rio di Palazzo. Its name comes from the legend that prisoners would sigh as they caught their last glimpse of Venice through the small stone-barred windows before being led to their cells. Designed by architect Antonio Contin, the bridge is a masterpiece of Baroque elegance, featuring finely carved stonework and a graceful arch that contrasts its somber history. Visible only from the outside unless accessed through a visit to the Doge’s Palace, the bridge is not just an architectural marvel but also a symbol of Venice’s once-mighty justice system. A stroll across the Bridge of Sighs offers a moving connection to the city’s past—a blend of beauty, mystery, and melancholy that leaves a lasting impression on every visitors.

Some of Italy’s most prestigious wine-producing regions are located just north of Verona, but with this tasting experience, you can sample these excellent labels without leaving the city. Sip sparkling Prosecco, bold Valpolicella, and other fine wines just steps from Juliet’s Balcony at this classic “osteria” (wine bar) either in the cool underground cellar or on the outdoor terrace. Learn about each wine from your guide, plus nibble on paired local cheeses and charcuterie.