Land and Lagoon – Walking Tour and Gondola Ride – Veneto, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Discover the highlights of Venice by foot on a 2-hour walking tour of the historic city center. Then, experience the imperial city sights by gondola on a shared 20-minute gondola ride.

First, take a guided walk around the most characteristic places from the history of Venice, including St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doges’ Palace. Learn the history of one of the world’s most beautiful squares, and experience the charm of Venice up-close. Feel part of ancient traditions and experience the city like the locals have for more than 1,000 years.

Then, climb aboard a gondola to experience the magic of Venice on its most traditional mode of transport. Immerse yourself in the charm of its canals and grand mansions. See the rich-toned façades of age-old villas and churches along the Grand Canal and Salute.

Drift down some of the minor canals in Fenice, before returning to the starting point.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Discover the of Venice on foot and by gondola
See the Byzantine basilica of San Marco and the Doges’ Palace on St. Mark’s Square
Follow in the footsteps of legends like Marco Polo, and see where the explorer lived
Admire the church of Santi Giovanni e Paolo, also known as the “Pantheon of Venice”
Look at the façades of the Scuole Grandi charitable schools of Venice
Stroll down the Mercerie to experience the main shopping street in Venice
Go to the Teatro Malibran Opera House
Drift along the major and minor canals of Venice
Travel down the Grand Canal on a traditional Venetian mode of transport
Explore the waterways of Venice, and experience its unique atmosphere from the water

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