Top Veneto Classes & Workshops - page 10

Get a taste of authentic Venetian life with a private culinary experience that starts at the local Rialto Market. Overcome the language barrier with your guide and select fresh ingredients for a cookery class in a historic local home. Craft traditional Venetian appetizers and a spritz aperitivo, then sit down and savor your creations.

*THE PRICE OF € 747.00 IS PER GROUP, UP TO SIX PEOPLE* Immerse yourself in an unparalleled wine experience at Cantine Lenotti with our "Vertical of Amarone - 3 Decades". This exclusive sensory journey will take you on a journey through time, allowing you to discover the evolution of our iconic Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG Classico through three historic vintages: 1998, 2008 and 2018. You will also have the thrill of tasting a "young" Amarone not yet bottled, directly from the barrique. A unique opportunity to understand how climate, land and winemaking knowledge are reflected in different nuances over decades. The experience includes an in-depth tour of the winery, whose purpose is to make our visitors retrace the stages that the bunch of grapes makes: from the vineyard to the bottle. An ideal experience for connoisseurs and those who want to explore the extraordinary longevity of Amarone in an authentic and welcoming setting.

During your Venice vacation, carve out some time for creativity with this private woodpress workshop. Rather than returning home with a souvenir you’ve picked up from a store, create your own piece of art using traditional printing techniques, adding your personalized stamp. Plus, your local artist guide can offer plenty of tips for exploring Milan’s creative scene.

Perfect for cruise passengers, this authentic Venetian experience begins just steps away from the waterfront at Palazzo Cornoldi. Explore the city’s hidden calli and historic districts, visit a traditional local market, and enjoy a hands-on cooking class in a real home. Prepare fresh handmade pasta and a classic Venetian dessert, then savour your homemade lunch paired with local wine before returning comfortably to the meeting point.

With a specilized italian sommelier, you will enjoy a walking tour in Bassano, from the most famous landmark, the Ponte Vecchio (in English, the “old bridge”), a wooden bridge designed by famous Italian architect Andrea Palladio in 1569 that crosses the mighty Brenta River. Crossing the main squares and streets, in a relaxing chat about the traditions and the annedocts of Bassano, you will arrive in this unique location, which is the highest point of the city, in a liberty style palace with an amazing terrace from where you will enjoy the view at sunset, with an exclusive tasting of wines and cheeses and cold cuts. A great food tour combining our traditional "cicchetti" with special wines, in a private exclusive atmosphere that speaks about Bassano in the most beautiful and romantic way you can imagine!

Do you want to experience Venice in an authentic way, away from all the same tourist experiences? What if for once, instead of running from place to place, you stopped to do something with your own hands? Gilding is a slow and gentle technique, which naturally invites you to be in the moment. Applying the gold leaf requires only attention to the gesture : and it is precisely in that gesture that one finds oneself, reconnecting with oneself in a completely spontaneous way. You don't need any experience; you just need the desire to stop. In a contemporary artisan atelier in the heart of Venice, a stone's throw from the Rialto, you will learn the basics of gold leaf gilding : an ancient art handed down by a real artisan who practices it every day. Not a demonstration, not a ready-made kit but an experience where you really work with your hands and find yourself, and then go home with a unique creation that tells something about you. Maximum 4 participants per session, to ensure everyone the necessary attention

Unleash your creativity in a traditional printing workshop nestled in the heart of Venice. Over 2.5 hours, explore the craftsmanship of wooden type and manual presses, guided by skilled artisans. This hands-on experience at Campo Santa Maria Mater Domini allows you to create your own unique prints, blending artistry with rich historical technique. Upon completion, take home a beautiful souvenir that captures the essence of Venetian artistry, making your visit truly memorable.

Begin your experience with a private boat transfer from select hotels in San Marco or San Polo. Enjoy a scenic cruise along Venice’s iconic canals as you head toward a historic mask studio—a smooth, stress-free start to your creative adventure. At the studio, step into the world of Venetian mask making. Observe skilled artisans demonstrate time-honored techniques, from shaping delicate papier-mâché to applying vibrant, intricate details. Then, roll up your sleeves and craft your own mask, following a clear, step-by-step process that connects you with centuries of local tradition. This workshop offers a hands-on encounter with Venice’s rich artistic heritage. From the memorable boat ride to the creative session at the studio, every moment is designed to engage your senses and leave you with a unique, personal memento of your time in Venice.

Led by our simpatica (or simpatico!) certified sommelier you’ll uncork the secrets of our eminently quaffable Italian wines Focusing on 3-4 bottles from the Veneto and Friuli regions (a mix of red and white) paired with seasonal local appetisers, you’ll explore – The origins and history of each of the wines opened along with an insider’s insight into the history of the city itself The principles and methods of wine tasting using sight, smell and taste along with expert tips on what to look out for How to best open, pour, serve and store your wines How to read Italian wine labels The importance and principles of wine and food pairing Easy-going, unpretentious – and best of all, tons of fun – wine tastings last approx. 1½ hours and can, if you wish, be preceded by a short (1½ hour) walking tour of ‘secret’ Venice on which you’ll discover local places and hidden-away corners that’ll make you feel like a true Venetian about town…

Discover the Art of Light Glass : An Intimate and Unique Experience in Murano Experience the authentic charm of Murano craftsmanship with a workshop designed for true contact with the glassmaking tradition. Why this workshop is unique: Absolute Exclusivity (Max 2 Persons): No large groups: you will sit directly at the workbench in a private workshop, with the teacher at your side. Hands on Flame: You will guide the molten glass barrel firsthand, learning how to shape living matter. A Complete Work: You will not only make individual beads, but assemble them into a three-dimensional Totem sculpture, a personal and unrepeatable work of art. Safety and Professionalism: You will work with professional equipment (dydymium glasses) and the Guide of those who live this technique every day. An intense and hypnotic experience to live Murano as a protagonist. Places for private workshops are limited. Book your session now!

We will discover together the most iconic places of the city, the Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, St. Mark's Square. I will show you the most secret Venice through the eyes of a professional photographer born in Venice. The tour is suitable for all people, more experienced photographers but also people who like to take photographs with their mobile phones. During the tour I will introduce you to local traditions, the best restaurants and the best craftsmen.

After your Venice vacation, don’t take home the same souvenirs as everyone else. Create your own silver ring during a private jewelry-making workshop with an Italian goldsmith. Visit one of the few remaining places where you can still witness traditional metalworking and make your own piece that’s personalized to your style.

Venice is renowned for its age-old metalworking techniques, so there’s no better place to create a personalized souvenir than the Floating City. During this private jewlry-making workshop, you’ll create two customized signet rings that express your unique creativity, receiving one-to-one guidance from your expert goldsmith along the way.

This experience is different from a typical photoshoot because it is designed as a relaxed part of your trip rather than a formal session. You begin with a short consultation to plan the visual story, choose the best outfits, and select beautiful locations that match the atmosphere you want. The shoot itself feels like an easy walk through scenic places whileyou are guided naturally so the photos look authentic rather than staged. The goal is to capture real emotions, your connection with the place, and moments that feel genuine. All images are created on a Hasselblad X2D medium-format camera, producing gallery-quality photographs with exceptional detail and color. Within 7 days you receive a curated selection of professionally edited photos in a private online gallery. The experience also includes a short social-media highlight video filmed during the session and instant printed photos in frames that you can keep immediately as a memory from the day.

A relaxed, creative atmosphere in a real Venetian workshop. You’ll work at your own pace with personal guidance, surrounded by masks, materials, and the authentic spirit of Venice’s Carnival tradition.