Top Veneto Half-day Tours - page 6

Explore the highlights of Venice before the daytime crowds descend on this morning walking tour. Follow your guide and enjoy a comprehensive itinerary that covers Renaissance sites and cultural landmarks, including the Basilica of Saints John and Paul, the Piazza San Marco, and Campo Santa Maria Formosa. This experience also includes admission to the Doge's Palace, where you can look inside the historic government offices of the former Venetian Republic.

Take a private tour of the Venetian Lagoon and visit the enchanting islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Tour a glassblower’s workshop in Murano, and discover the traditional art of lacemaking in Burano. See medieval churches while learning about the ancient history of Torcello, Venice’s earliest settlement and a tranquil escape from the typical tourist path. Enjoy the dedicated attention of your private guide on this 4-hour tour.

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.

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.

You want to see what no one else will show you? Do you want to experience places where only real Verona people go? Riding an iconic Vespa you can discover both the most important monuments of the city, as well as the lesser known and most suggestive corners. What other tour allows you to see the Verona Arena and immerse yourself in the vineyards of Valpolicella on the same day? This tour starts from Veronetta, the true popular heart of the city of Verona, and then passes iconic attractions such as the Arena di Verona, San Zeno, the church most loved by the Veronese, Castelvecchio, the Cathedral and then discover lesser-known but breathtaking corners on the hills overlooking the city. "The tour includes one Vespa for every two participants (driver + passenger). If you want a Vespa for exclusive use, contact us!"

Pair sightseeing, cuisine, and a scenic cable car ride to the top of Verona’s premier overlook with this unique itinerary small-group tour. Take a stroll through Verona’s old town to see highlights such as the arena and Piazza delle Erbe. Ride the cable car to St. Peter Hill for sweeping views of the city before ending with an apertivo of wine and charcuterie in lively Piazza Bra.

You probably know Venice, the spectacular floating world of canals and islands, as a city of water. But that’s not its only claim to fame: the city known as La Serenissima is also one of the world’s greatest cities of art. From Bellini to Titian, Tintoretto to Veronese, Venice’s remarkable art scene is an indelible part of city life, woven into the urban fabric in the shape of countless palaces and churches, meeting halls and museums. Inspired by the stunningly vibrant environment all around them, Venetian painters were beguiled by the unpredictable charms of colour, and our Venice Art Tour is the perfect introduction to the unique expressiveness of Venetian art. Come face-to-face with some of the greatest masterpieces ever painted, and in the company of an expert private guide, learn how art has shaped the city in unforgettable locations often overlooked by tour itineraries: The Accademia, the Scuola di San Rocco and the Basilica dei Frari.

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.

The Brenta Riviera, the waterway linking Padua to Venice, is lined with the frescoed villas where Venetian nobility once summered—but the route is awkward to navigate independently from Abano Montegrotto without a car. Journey by minivan along the route, with included entry to Villa Widmann and Villa Pisani. At each stop, enjoy the freedom to explore the interiors and gardens at your own pace.

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.

Many visitors to Venice miss the smaller islands, but Murano and Burano are must-sees, home to master artisans and unique culture. Discover these hidden gems with none of the hassle of organizing transportation on a private tour, including private boat transfers. See glassblowing demonstrations in Murano and traditional lace-making in Burano, plus enjoy time to explore at your leisure.

This tour will take us, together with a local accompanist, to discover the real Padua. We will take a walk around the city to discover the most important sights and monuments. We will see Prato della Valle, the largest square in the city of Padua and among the largest in Europe, which with its 78 statues is an album of the important characters of Padua. The Basilica of Sant’Antonio or “Il Santo”, a destination for millions of pilgrims each year and a romantic mix of styles and cultures from all corners of the world. Along the cobblestone streets we will reach the medieval heart of the historic center. We will see the ancient Ghetto of the city that with its narrow streets has become a meeting place for young students. Then the Squares, Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta with the views of the Palazzo della Ragione and often enlivened by the stalls of the Market and the swarming of people under the "Salone". We will reach Piazza dei Signori, a meeting place for Paduans at the aperitif and once the home of the Lords of the city. Palazzo Bo, headquarters of the University of Padua, founded in 1222, which has always attracted students from all over the world. We will conclude the tour in the most typical of manners: we will stop for a coffee in the historic "Caffè Pedrocchi".

See more of Venice on a tour to the islands of Burano and Murano, where you can learn about the traditions and history of this area of Italy. Travel by boat to reach Murano, known for glass-blowing, followed by Burano, known for lace and its brightly painted fishermen's houses. Booking this tour means you don't have to worry about how to get to the islands on your own, so you can relax and enjoy your day.

Explore Venice at your own pace–and avoid the crowds–on this self-guided tour using a smartphone app. See important landmarks, including St. Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace, and discover hidden gems you might otherwise have overlooked. Keep track of the route with GPS navigation, go beyond simple sightseeing with audio narration, and learn about history, culture, and architecture along the way.

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.

Venice is filled with art and architecture, making it a challenge to take it all in over a single day. With this private tour, cover the highlights in just hours with a local guide. Save time with skip-the-line admission to St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, then stroll through the old town to learn about the city’s history and admire the Rialto Bridge and other treasures.

Explore the Valpolicella region with a guide who shares the secrets of the area’s traditional wines. Visit two wineries where you sample varieties such as Valpolicella, Ripasso, Amarone, and Recioto, and gain insight into the winemaking process. Your tour includes tastings of at least four wines accompanied by bread, cheese, or salami at each winery.

Cover the top sights in Venice without the hassle of following a guidebook and map with this half-day walking tour, including the headliners in St. Mark's Square. Take in highlights such as the Clock Tower, the Bell Tower, the Doge's Palace, and the Basilica of St. Mark's while listening to engaging commentary on Venice's history. Optimize your time with skip-the-line entrance to Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica included, plus save money with an affordable group tour.

We will discover Verona with a walk. Starting from Piazza Bra we will admire the Area of Verona. Following Via Mazzini, famous shopping street of Verona, we will walk to Juliet's House. Then we continue towards Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori, Porta Borsari and the Arche Scaligere. We will reach the Ponte di Pietra and, if you want, we can take the funicular and reach the San Pietro hill for a high view of Verona.

Skip the long lines at the Doge’s Palace and explore the historic heart of Venice on a 3-hour tour with a local guide. Walk through the neighborhoods of Saint Mark’s and Castello, where you’ll find a series of historic landmarks, and get a guided introduction to the magnificent Doge’s Palace. This 3-hour Venice tour features headsets so you won’t miss a word of the guide’s stories, and includes skip-the-line tickets at the Doge’s Palace.

Swap tourist traps for authentic local eateries by going on this small-group guided street food tour. Find out about small bars and foodie spots that locals love, with plenty of delicious tastings along the way. Highlights include an exploration of the Rialto food market, and a chance to try local specialties—including cheese, cold cuts, fish, and alcoholic drinks.

Enjoy sailing on a comfortable boat, admire the views of the lagoon from the terrace and be surprised by the magic of these unique places, told with passion by our Guide on board. Depending on the option chosen, the departure can be from San Marco - Approdo Cornoldi or from the Venice train station, near the KFC. The first stop will be Murano, where you will visit one of the famous local glassworks and witness a live demonstration of glass blowing, closely observing the techniques and skills of master glassmakers. Altogether you will have about an hour of free time to explore the island and browse the art glass shops. You will then continue to Burano, where you can admire the lively colorful houses and walk along the picturesque streets of the village. Here too you will have about an hour of free time to discover the charm of the island, take a walk through the lace shops or enjoy a local aperitif.

In the middle of Region Veneto, discover the olive and wine excellences of the Euganean Hills. For some time now, vines and olive trees have been cultivated in our territory, from these products true delights are produced: the wine and olive oil of the Euganean Hills. Olive oil is certainly a source of pride in this area: we will visit an olive oil mill, where the producers will show us the art of olive oil production, and will guide us during the tasting of the final product. We have then chosen for you, one of the best wineries in this area, where after a visit to the cellar, you will taste the typical wines of the Euganean Hills.

Cycle through the landscapes inland of Lake Garda past vineyards and olive trees and reward yourself at the end with wine tasting on this e-bike tour from Bardolino. Set out on e-bikes along a bike path through the countryside, stopping to take photos and admire the rustic views. Sample wines at a local cellar before returning to the lake. This small-group tour is limited to 10 participants.