Venture on an exciting tour in Venice and get a real taste of Italy by tasting a few Cicchetti (Venetian tapas) with a fun walking tour with a professional guide in the centre of Venice.
Enjoy the unique appeal of Venice in our small group tour of the central areas. Get the genuine experience of what the Venetians do before lunch and enjoy the opportunity to taste a couple of Cicchetti, which are the typical appetizers with a glass of wine. Get ready to live a 100% Venetian experience!
Visit with your guide one of the most delightful little Campi's (campielli in Venetian) right in front of the Grand Canal, where in the ancient times there would have been numerous paddle workshops for the gondolas. Wander through to the Cannaregio area to see one of the ancient churches in Venice that date from 7th Century and was reestablished in Renaissance times. Admire the majestic Grand Canal to reach the opposite side of Venice, where Rialto and San Polo anticipates you.
The tour will start with a delicious, empowering breakfast in Italian style, with espresso or cappuccino and a finest selection of local patisserie in a historic cafè in the heart of Venice. Then, you will proceed with your guide in the heart of Venice, passing through attractions like St. Mark's Square, admiring also the peculiar architecture of Doge's Palace and learning the fascinating story of the Bridge of Sighs. There will also be time to have a stroll in the famous Rialto Market, right over the Bridge.
The Merchants of Venice required places where they could eat, drink and sleep as well as places where they could keep their valuables. For the most important nation's trading in Venice, the Venetian government gave them whole palaces to be devoted to this. As we venture further into the Hidden Venice where picture-postcard views show up at every corner and where you can likewise value the authentic charm of this quiet city, a long way from the crowd of tourists, where it feels as though time has ceased at the XV century. This amazing experience in Venice will be complete with a final tastings of the traditional "cicchetti", Venetian tapas served with aperitivo (usually with prosecco or spritz).
If you are a fan of art and taste and want to discover the artistic beauty of Venice and its wine and food traditions, do not miss the Wine and Food Tour of Venice Bacari or the Dinner with Wine Tasting in the center of Venice.
Meeting point information and local telephone numbers at your destination are included on your Confirmation Voucher.
We suggest you to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Please let us know ina dvance about food alergies and dietary requirements.