Top Veneto Seasonal & Special Occasions - page 3

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.

Experience the beauty of Venice from the water with this exclusive small-group gondola ride that includes a live singer and musician for a romantic serenade. Settle on board for an unforgettable ride and relax to the strains of classic Italian ballads while taking in some of the city's most famous sights from the water, snapping keepsake photos along the way.

Embark on a guided boat tour through the Venetian Lagoon to explore three islands in just one trip: Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Discover Murano's famous glass-blowing art with a live demonstration; stroll through Burano’s colorful streets; and explore the historical wonders of Torcello, the birthplace of the Venice Republic. Customize your experience with different tour options, including the chance to travel by retro boat.

Immerse yourself in the lush sounds of baroque music at this authentic chamber performance in Venice. The 17th-century Church of San Vidal provides an intimate historic setting and fantastic acoustics for concertos and symphonies by European masters such as Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel. The talented members of the Interpreti Veneziani ensemble bring these musical masterworks to life for a night out you won’t soon forget.

Experience a broad range of wines from across the Valpolicella region near Verona including exclusive Amarone during this wine tasting activity at a wine shop in the city center of Verona. Try several wines, from dry and aromatic white wines to robust red wines, before finishing with Amarone, a rich red wine known for its high price tag. Note that during December, the tasting takes place at Via Ponte Pietra 15, the Amarone Wine Shop.

Don't just savor traditional dishes during your Venice trip—immerse yourself in the city's cuisine, and walk away with new culinary skills, on this small-group market tour and cooking class. Led by a local chef, explore the vibrant Rialto Market, and discover the freshest local produce. Then, return to their home to prepare a 3-course meal, featuring handmade pasta, tiramisu, and more. Savor your dishes with local wine, and receive take-home recipes.

Explore Venice with your taste buds–and step inside a variety of eateries without having to reserve a table–on this small-group food tour led by a local guide. Learn about the Venetian custom of cicchetti, discover flavors you might otherwise have missed, and hear stories about the city’s food and drink. Sample ten different bites, including baccalà mantecato cod spread, and savor a glass of wine along the way.

Taste your way through the canal city on a street food tour of Venice. Meander through the Floating City without having to navigate or overcome the language barrier in a small group that guarantees personalized attention. Pass top sights such as Rialto Market and the Grand Canal, while you savor Venetian specialties including cicchetti (small plates), buranelli (butter cookies), and much more.

Nothing quite says Venice like a gondola ride through the Floating City’s famed canals. But this private tour goes the extra mile with a serenaded experience. Glide past ancient palazzi and magnificent cathedrals on a traditional handcrafted gondola, while musicians serenade you with mood-setting Italian ballads. Gondolas have room for up to three passengers, so it’s the perfect opportunity for romance or an unforgettable family experience.

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.

Explore the romantic canals of Venice the way that locals have for centuries on a 30-minute shared gondola ride. Climb aboard one of the ornate carved vessels and settle into your seat as a professional gondolier navigates past ancient palazzos, under footbridges and through scenes of daily life in the captivating city-on-the-sea. It’s a quintessential Venetian experience not to be missed!

Immerse yourself in the authentic soul of Prosecco DOCG (Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin) on this small-group tour from Venice. Journey through the scenic Prosecco Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With the expertise of your guide, uncover boutique, family-run vineyards known for their small, carefully crafted productions with prestigious DOCG certification. Here, savor a premium tasting of exquisite Prosecco DOCG.

Book a shared Venice Link arrival transfer from Marco Polo Airport to your Venice hotel, and enjoy a stress-free start to your trip. It’s a simple, cost-effective boat transfer that’s available through the week.

Explore Venice’s rich history and art on this private tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Skip the lines to admire the Basilica’s stunning mosaics, the Pala d’Oro, and the Horses Loggia, then delve into the Doge’s Palace to see masterpieces by Titian and Tintoretto, the Doge’s Apartments, and the Bridge of Sighs. With a professional art historian guide, this tour offers an in-depth look at Venice’s most iconic landmarks.

Pair food and wine with Venetian culture —away from the tourist trail—on a walking tour of the Cannaregio neighborhood and the Jewish Ghetto, still home to a small Jewish community. In an intimate small group, you’ll visit traditional bars to sample the local “cicchetti” (small snacks), local wine, signature sweets, and, of course, gelato. Just note: Some eateries restaurants close for the Jewish sabbath on Fridays and Saturdays.

Skip the lines at Saint Mark’s Basilica and Doge's Palace and opt for a small-group guided tour instead. Then, enjoy the quintessential Venice experience—a gondola ride through the city’s canals and waterways. Your ticket also includes access to several landmarks surrounding Saint Mark’s Square, as well as access to a mobile app that provides commentary to a walking tour of the city at your own pace.

Get a new perspective on Venice—and enjoy a romantic way to travel—on this small-group sunset cruise. Traveling aboard aboard a traditional Venetian boat, soak up the glorious sights of St. Mark’s Basin and the Venice Lido bathed in the golden light of sunset, and spot cathedral and palazzos from the water's edge. Pop open a half-bottle of prosecco to complete the experience.

Discover the golden mosaics, soaring domes, and iconic architecture of St. Mark’s Basilica on a guided tour of the cathedral, with admission included. Learn about the history and culture of Venice through the treasures inside the Byzantine landmark, and then get access to either the Terrace and Museum of St. Mark’s Basilica, or the Pala d’Oro, if you've upgraded your package.

Eat and drink your way through one of Venice’s most distinctive neighborhoods on a small-group walking food tour through the Cannaregio district and former Jewish ghetto. Learn about the area’s history and culture from your guide as you stroll through its narrow winding streets, stopping to sample some of the best and most authentic delicacies around, such as pasta, wine, gelato, and freshly baked goods.

Venice is home to hundreds of attractions, making it difficult to cover the highlights in limited time. Ideal for first-time visitors, this full-day tour of Venice checks off top sights. Stroll across the Rialto Bridge and browse the lively Rialto fish market, then hop aboard a traditional gondola for a romantic cruise along the Grand Canal. Finally, visit St. Marks's Basilica and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge's Palace.

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.

Visit Torcello, Murano, and Burano—three islands in the Venetian Lagoon—on this tour from Venice by motorboat. With a guide, watch glass being blown at a Murano glass factory, see historical cathedrals on Torcello, and admire exquisite handmade lace on Burano. This is a great way to see more than just the central sights of Venice and enjoy a cruise on the water. Select a departure time when booking.

Step back in time to the golden age of Italian opera with this guided tour of Venice’s Teatro La Fenice. Learn the history and legends of this decadent Baroque opera house, which was once the heart of Venetian high society and hosted performances by masterful maestros like Verdi, Rossini and Bellini.

Discover two of Italy’s most celebrated wine regions in one day—and enjoy a totally personalized and seamless sightseeing experience—with this private, full-day tour. Following morning pickup from Venice, travel via Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle to Verona for a brief city tour. Then, head to a family-run winery in Valpolicella to tour the facility, enjoy a light lunch, and sip top-notch wines like Amarone. Next, transfer to the medieval village of Soave for a second winery visit.