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The crowds around the top sights and squares in Venice can be daunting. Take a break from the throngs and discover a quieter and more authentic side of the Floating City with this unique private walking tour. Strike out for one of Venice’s outlying neighborhoods to delve into Venetian history and culture without wall-to-wall tourists. Explore little-known cultural gems, stroll deserted squares, and soak in the sleepy atmosphere.

Enjoy an authentic Italian experience during a small-group Venetian cooking lesson, so you'll leave your trip with skills as well as memories. Learn more about the history of Venetian cuisine than you would if eating in a busy restaurant, and learn tips and tricks you can take home to impress friends and family with. Create a 3-course meal with local, seasonal produce, which you can then enjoy as a group in the architect-designed workspace or courtyard garden.

Most tours only visit Venice’s historic Jewish district in passing, but this specialized guided walk takes you to the heart of Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto. Discover hidden corners of the city and little-known palaces and bridges, and listen to an overview of Jewish culture and traditions in Italy. The private tour conveniently ends in the neighborhood, so you can opt to visit the museum and synagogue on your own.

Hunt for fresh, local truffles in the countryside surrounding Verona during this private truffle-hunting tour and tasting. Get help from a truffle-sniffing dog as you scour the forests. Then, enjoy a guided tasting of truffle with fresh pasta and local cheese and salumi paired with wine. During out-of-season tours, truffle-hunting is replaced with a tour of the vineyard, cellars, and farmhouse.

Experience the vibrant food culture of Italy during this 4.5-hour small-group tour in Venice. Start by exploring the local markets in search of some of the best Venetian products. Then get hands-on experience with a cooking class to create a delicious Italian meal. Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you eat your 3-course meal paired with local red and white wines from the region.

Raise a glass during Venice’s treasured cocktail hour on this private food and wine tour that takes you away from the crowds and tourist traps to wine bars where locals go. Sample a classic Aperol spritz and other ‘aperitivos’ paired with Venetian small plates known as ‘cicchetti’ while chatting with a foodie guide. Stroll through the medieval streets of the Cannaregio district to see a different side of Venice.

It takes more than a selfie to capture yourself amid the beauty of Venice. Join your dedicated professional photographer who knows the city well and can find authentic areas where the crowds are thinner. Start at the Grand Canal, then grab natural shots in the Dorsoduro district, finishing up with a private gondola ride.

Explore the hidden secrets of Venice and enjoy undivided attention from your guide on this private walking tour. Get away from the crowded main tourist attractions and get a glimpse of local spots that you wouldn’t discover alone. Opt to cap off the experience with a gondola ride.

One of the most-visited cities in Europe, many of the tourists visiting Venice every year will only scratch the surface of the city’s beloved landmarks. With this private walking tour, you can navigate with ease through enchanting canals, hidden squares, and bustling piazzas alongside a guide who brings local stories and art history to the fore. Experience the lesser-seen side of Venice at your own pace, with insider tips and curated stops.

Find out why Verona is one of Northern Italy’s most popular destinations free from the crowds of tour groups on this private walking tour of the city. Follow your guide as they take you through the streets and piazzas of Verona to the city’s main emblematic sights, such as the Verona Cathedral, House of Juliet, and Piazza dei Signori.

Venice is famed for its Baroque and Renaissance architecture—so much so, that many travelers miss out on its modern landmarks. Follow in the footsteps of acclaimed 20th-century architect Carlo Scarpa during this private walking tour. Learn how Scarpa innovated glassblowing techniques, changing Venetian design forever. Tours include entrance to the Olivetti showroom and the Querini Stampalia Foundation.

Explore Venice’s two most iconic landmarks with an expert private guide, uncovering the history, legends, and artistic treasures hidden within St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. This experience provides a deep dive into the heart of the Venetian Republic, revealing the grandeur and political intrigue that shaped the city for centuries. Step inside St. Mark’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, where golden mosaics and opulent treasures, including the Pala d’Oro, reflect Venice’s powerful past. Then, enjoy the panoramic views from the Loggia dei Cavalli, where the famous bronze horses overlook Piazza San Marco. At the Doge’s Palace, walk through halls adorned with Renaissance masterpieces, learn about the city’s government, and cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs—a poignant passage to the New Prisons. With personalized commentary and skip-the-line access, this private tour ensures a seamless, and unforgettable journey through Venice’s most treasured sites.

Visit traditional food shops at a local market and taste authentic Venetian recipes, treasured and passed down through generations in family cookbooks. During this private dining experience at the home of a “cesarina,” or home cook, you’ll share a 4-course menu and experience the warmth of Italian hospitality. Watch as your host prepares an appetizer, main course, side dish, and dessert—all paired with a selection of red and white wines.

Learn how to make a delectable Venetian delicacy, the traditional cichetti, without fighting for your teacher’s attention in this private cooking class. Make a series of these small plates, served in Venice’s specialist bars and osteries, from a range of seasonal ingredients: vegetables, meats, fish and more. Make enough for your lunch and then eat them all, with a complimentary glass of Prosecco to polish them off.

Learn the tips and tricks of authentic Venetian cooking with this culinary experience led by a chef instructor. Head to a kitchen in a historic ‘palazzo’ for a private lesson in regional cooking techniques. Help prepare a gourmet, multicourse menu, creating various pasta shapes and seasonal sauces, then sit down to enjoy the homemade feast with wine.

Get personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace on this private tour of the Accademia Gallery in Venice. Stroll through the gallery in the company of an art historian guide for two hours; you'll see well-known works from Veronese, Titian, Giorgione, Bellini, and others.

The lush wetlands around Lio Piccolo and Mesole play host to a wealth of birds—including flamingos, some migrating for the winter, others present all year round. Join a nature guide and a group of no more than seven other travelers on this bird-watching adventure and spot ducks, herons, wading birds, and flamingos. Please note: package price excludes the water bus from Venice and the cost of your bike rental.

Experience the best of Lake Garda on this captivating day trip from Verona. Explore two of the lake's most beautiful towns: Lazise and Sirmione. Your adventure begins as you leave Verona behind and journey to Lazise, one of the lake's most charming medieval villages and Italy's first municipality. Here, you'll have time to wander at your own pace. Next, the real magic unfolds as you board a scenic boat for a memorable cruise to Sirmione. As you glide toward Sirmione, you'll be treated to stunning views of elegant lakeside villas, other small villages and hills. Keep your camera ready: the scenery is absolutely breathtaking! Upon arriving in Sirmione, you'll join a guided walking tour through this enchanting peninsula. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through narrow alleyways that tell stories of centuries past. After a day filled with stunning landscapes, history, and authentic Italian charm, you'll return to Verona.

The best way to see Venice is from the water, and on this boat tour, you’ll experience the city’s complex network of water “roads” for yourself. Ride down the Grand Canal and minor canals, admiring the architecture and ornate bridges. Along the way, your guide shares stories about some of the famous events and people associated with the Floating City.

The word 'ghetto' was born in Venice. Learn about the city's Jewish heritage with a passionate local guide on this private walking tour of Venice's Jewish ghetto. See historic synagogues, learn about the impact of the Holocaust on the city, and learn about ancient symbols not found in printed guides. Stop to taste the Jewish pie along the way and finish with a glass of Venetian wine.

Combine two quintessential Venice experiences on this short and sweet sightseeing tour. First, glide down the Grand Canal on a traditional gondola ride and soak up the atmosphere of romantic Venice. Then, enjoy skip-the-line entrance and a guided tour of the magnificent St. Mark's Basilica.

Discover Venice’s most popular attractions in an organized way, with skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace—plus a gondola ride—all included on this private tour led by a local. You’ll go beyond simple sightseeing as you explore the landmarks, learning about their history, culture, and architecture and discovering corners you might otherwise have missed before gliding along the city’s canals on a traditional gondola.

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.

Embark on a private half-day guided tour that will take you to the most coveted destinations in Venice—the Palacio Ducale and the Basilica de San Marco. Once hosting the Venetian rulers and imprisoning the Republic's convicts, the majestic Doge's Palace, a significant emblem of the city, has a wealth of history to share. Adjacent to the palace lies the historic St. Mark's Basilica, once the religious heart of Venice.