Top Veneto Half-day Tours - page 4

Fantastic wine and beautiful views combine in this private Amarone-Valpolicella tour from Venice. Visit vineyards in northwest Verona's Valpolicella wine region, which produces some of the most acclaimed red wines in the world. While tasting the wines, you'll enjoy a light lunch of local cheese and salami and afterward have a walking tour of Verona's historic gems.

Visit the famous artisan islands of the Venetian Lagoon on a half-day motorboat trip from central Venice. Soak up fantastic views of the city’s waterside highlights as you cruise to Murano, known for its centuries-old glassmaking industry. Watch master glassblowers create candy-colored shapes at a factory, or simply stroll around the island at your leisure. Continue on to the pretty island of Burano, home to brightly hued buildings and traditional lacemaking workshops.

This small-group tour helps you check off two of Venice’s top attractions in a day, with skip-the-line entry included to save time waiting in long lines. Explore the Doge’s Palace with your guide and stroll through the spectacular St. Mark’s Basilica, all with fascinating commentary throughout, and a chance to see some hidden gems of Venice too.

There’s much more to Italian food than pizza and pasta, and this Venice tasting tour offers a delicious introduction to Venetian cuisine. Instead of visiting the typical tourist bars, get an insider’s perspective on where the locals drink and dine in the city, sampling an array of Veneto specialties. Fresh seafood, homemade gelato, traditional Venetian cookies, and regional wines are all on the list.

If it’s your first time in Venice, the Doges Palace is probably top of your must-see list, and this tour ensures you make the most of your time. Avoid the queues with skip-the-line entrance, walk across the iconic Bridge of Sighs, marvel at the Golden Staircase, and admire art masterpieces by Tintoretto and Titian.

Leave the crowds of Venice behind with this island-hopping tour that takes in three of the most fascinating outposts in the lagoon. Board a water bus with your guide and head to Mazzorbo to visit its peaceful vineyard and monastery. Continue on to Burano, famous for its technicolor homes and traditional lace production. Follow your guide via water bus to the final stop, Murano, where you’ll delve into its long history of glassmaking.

Nothing says Venice like a gondola ride—or a visit to the gilded interior of St. Mark’s Basilica. This combination tour offers both with skip-the-line access included, so you can dodge the usual wait. See the Rialto Bridge, La Fenice Theater, and other attractions from the water during a lagoon cruise, and enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Byzantine-influenced cathedral.

Travel by private vehicle from Venice into the scenic Prosecco Hills for a special day of wine tasting. You’ll learn all about Prosecco wine making and sample high-quality sparkling wine at two establishments. In between, visit your guide’s family-run osteria for a typical 4-course lunch with recipes passed down from “Nonna” and delicious homemade desserts.This full-day tour holds a limit of eight passengers to ensure an intimate experience.

Avoid the crowds that fill Venice by joining this small-group tour. In the company of your guide and no more than six guests, explore the city after dark when it is at its least crowded. Visit the Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs before enjoying exclusive access to the Saint Mark's Basilica: you'll enjoy a VIP experience after it has closed to all other visitors.

This tour is the perfect pick for time-tight travelers visiting Venice. Save yourself the hassle of booking tickets and waiting in long lines and opt for this convenient one-day itinerary instead. As well as skip-the-line admission and guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, the trip also includes a scenic gondola ride and visits to Murano and Burano to watch glass-blowing and lace-making demonstrations.

As night falls on Venice and the crowds disappear, discover the city’s darkest secrets on this devilishly entertaining night tour. Wander through narrow passageways and past the blackened, vacant canals to uncover Venice’s haunted history. Listen to your guide spin tales about the sinister deeds and tragic ends of the figures who once walked the streets—some of whom are believed to still wander as restless spirits.

Benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour focused on the Italian traditions of aperitivo and cicchetti. With a local host by your side providing culinary history, sip some wine and prosecco, accompanied by light snacks. Your guide tailors their bar selections and commentary to your tastes, and you have plenty of time to ask questions.

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.

This fascinating tour of Doge’s Palace will teach you about Venice’s history, politics, and even the prisoners who lived there. You'll avoid long visitor lines by having a skip-the-line ticket included. Get more out of your experience by exploring the Palace with a guide—their commentary will teach you about Venice’s history and famous residents as you explore the Palace rooms. See incredible paintings, the Bridge of Sighs, and learn about Casanova’s famous prison escape.

Explore Venice’s San Marco district with an expert guide, strolling through hidden calli and campielli. Skip the line to St. Mark’s Bell Tower, ride the elevator to the top, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views. Continue your journey at the San Marco History Gallery, where you’ll delve into Venice’s relationship with water, see a real dissected gondola, and experience historical Venice in virtual reality. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and immersive experiences.

Discover the beauty of the Dolomites in winter months on this private Day tour from Venice! Travel in comfort by Mercedes minivan and enjoy the narration of our expert Dolomites driver/tour escort In winter we offer two itineraries : Option 1 - Cortina and Tre Cime di Lavaredo by snowmobile ( subject to snow and to weather conditions ) Option 2 - Cortina, Lake Braies, San Candido or Mountain Pelmo Elmo reachable by cable car – enjoy stupendous views from the mountain hut atop the mountain. During Christhmas time enjoy also the typical Christhmas markets in Cortina and San Candido. You can decide your preferred itinerary even on the day of the tour with your expert driver/tour escort.

Venice can be unmanageably crowded by day—but if you set off after dark, you'll experience a totally different, and more peaceful, side of the city. Meet your Venetian guide at a convenient, central location, and set off with just a small group of fellow travelers for company. Head off the tourist trail, and see how locals live, when you explore the Cannaregio and Jewish Ghetto neighborhoods. Then, enjoy a classic osteria meal (own expense).

Begin your tour by getting picked up at Venice's Tronchetto (Bus Terminal). Travel in a comfortable coach for less than an hour to the beautiful Prosecco Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Far from the crowd of Venice we will travel along the Prosecco road, through rolling vineyards and charming villages. Skipping the largest touristy vineries you will discover the secrets of a family-run vineyard known for their top quality production. You will taste different glasses of Prosecco Valdobbiadene DOCG wine and will enjoy a light lunch with local home-made delicacies. You will then visit a gem hidden among the vineyards, perched on the most breathtaking hill with the best view imaginable. This tour will end at the meeting point in Venice in the afternoon. If you want to sample some great wines while on vacation but you don’t have enough space left in your baggage it is our pleasure to ship anywhere in the world the wines purchased.

Take a break from city sightseeing and discover Veneto’s countryside with this scenic e-bike excursion from Villafranca di Verona. Toss the map and join a guide for an exclusive ride that takes you to past picturesque castles and little-known medieval villages, where you can stop for an espresso or gelato. Learn about the area’s history and landmarks as you cycle down quiet rural roads and snap photos of the views.

Experience Venice from a different perspective on a small-group, guided motorboat tour of the Venetian Lagoon, including stops at Murano and Burano islands. Murano boasts a centuries-old glassmaking tradition, and here, you can go inside a factory and enjoy the rare opportunity of watching a glass artisan at work. Conclude your tour with a visit to vibrant Burano, celebrated as one of Italy's most colorful towns.

Delve into the world of Italy’s most popular bubbly with this insider’s tour along the “Prosecco Road” through the vineyard-covered hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene. Stop in a number of local wineries along the route for tours, tastings, and a light lunch featuring specialty cheeses, cold cuts, focaccia, and bruschette. Learn the history and production techniques behind this beloved wine and snap photos of the beautiful rolling countryside.

Checking off Venice’s most important attractions is no easy feat, but this half-day walking tour makes sure to cover the highlights. Walk the busy streets from St. Mark's to the Rialto area to learn more about these lively neighborhoods. Walk past the queues with guaranteed skip-the-line access for a guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. Learn more about Venetian history at these two famous sights.

The Riviera del Brenta, a well-known waterway between Padua and Venice, is an interesting panoramic area from historical, natural, artistic and cultural point of view. It is a natural extension of the Venice Grand Canal and is flanked by picturesque Venetian villages and surrounded by an agricultural landscape. The Riviera del Brenta has fascinated many important personalities at all times: Casanova, Galileo Galilei, Byron, Montesquieu and D'Annunzio have visited it, Canaletto, Cimaroli and Tiepolo have painted it and it has been praised in the masterpieces of Goldoni and Goethe . The French and Russian royal families, the Habsburgs, the Savoy and even Napoleon stayed here and the Venetian nobility chose it as the setting for their Venetian villas. Here the Venetians built magnificent residences, enclosed by monumental gardens, frescoed and designed by the most important artists of the time such as Palladio, Tiziano and Tintoretto.

Serenissima Waves offers a unique and exclusive experience in the Venice lagoon. On board a traditional Venetian boat, our private and personalized tours allow you to explore the lagoon in an authentic way, away from the crowded tourist routes ‍. Each tour is designed for small groups (up to 6 people), ensuring an intimate and quiet atmosphere, ideal for those looking for an exclusive and unhurried experience. Our itineraries are tailor-made, allowing customers to choose places and times based on their preferences. In addition to the most famous islands such as Murano and Burano ️, we offer the opportunity to discover hidden and little-known corners of the lagoon ️, offering breathtaking landscapes and moments of pure beauty. Serenissima Waves is the perfect choice for those who want to experience Venice from a unique and unforgettable perspective.