This half-day private tour of the Venetian Islands begins with a convenient hotel pickup for guests. Setting sail from the harbor, the boat offers beautiful views of San Giorgio Maggiore, the green Public Gardens, and the well-known Lido beach resort, host of the Venice Film Festival. The first stop is Murano, famed for its age-old glassmaking. Guests spend 40 minutes visiting a local factory, witnessing the delicate art of glassblowing firsthand. Next, they head to Burano, where they will stroll through the island’s vibrant streets lined with colorful fishermen’s houses and admire the renowned lacework. The final destination is Torcello, once a thriving center of Venice’s history. Guests explore its impressive cathedral and the charming church of Santa Fosca. The tour wraps up with a return drop-off at the hotel or St. Mark’s Square, leaving guests with fond memories of their day.

Duration:

Approximately 4 hours

Start Time:

1:00pm

Inclusions:

Boat ride, knowledgeable guide, glass factory admission, hotel pickup and drop-off. This is subject to change depending on the day of the tour.

Exclusions:

Lunch, gratuities

Meeting point:

Hotel lobby

Ending point:

Hotel lobby or Tourist Information Office at St Mark’s Square, #71F, near Correr Museum

Not Suitable For:

Wheelchairs, scooters, canes, or walkers

Important Information:

Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking on uneven surfaces.This tour does not operate on the following dates: May 11, and December 25. This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.