About This Tour
This Venice Highlights Tour combines history, culture, and immersive experiences for a deeper connection to the city. On Day 1, explore St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace with an expert guide, walk across the Bridge of Sighs, and glide through Venice’s canals on a gondola ride. End the day with a virtual reality journey at the Gondola Gallery, unveiling the craft behind this iconic vessel. On Day 2, escape the crowds on a semi-private boat tour to Murano and Burano, where you’ll witness master artisans at work—glassblowers in Murano and lace-makers in Burano—offering a rare glimpse into Venice’s traditions. Explore Torcello Island, the first centre of civilization. Continue your experience with a thrilling VR adventure that brings history to life: watch Piazza San Marco transform through the ages, see the Basilica as the Doge’s private chapel, explore the Doge’s Palace as a medieval fortress, and discover how the iconic Rialto Bridge was once a wooden drawbridge.
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Meeting Point
Face the Basilica with St. Mark’s Square behind you. Walk straight to the waterfront (Riva degli Schiavoni), passing the Doge’s Palace on your right. Turn left along the promenade and walk about 100m. Look for Calle de le Rasse on your left, enter, and after a short walk, you’ll reach Venice Tours.
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Timetable activities: - 10:00 AM OPTION (IF OPTION IS SELECTED): DAY 1 10:00 AM - St. Mark's Basilica Guided Visit 10:45 AM - Doge's Palace Guided Visit 2:10 PM - Shared Gondola Ride DAY 2 10.30 AM Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Live Guided Tour - 11:15 AM OPTION (IF OPTION IS SELECTED): DAY 1 11:15 AM - St. Mark's Basilica Guided Visit 12:00 PM - Doge's Palace Guided Visit 2:10 PM - Shared Gondola Ride DAY 2 10.30 AM Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Live Guided Tour - 2:00 PM OPTION (IF OPTION IS SELECTED): DAY 1 2:00 PM - St. Mark's Basilica Guided Visit 3:00 PM - Doge's Palace Guided Visit 4:30 PM - Shared Gondola Ride DAY 2 10.30 AM Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands Live Guided Tour Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.
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