Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Cruise Pier Trieste, Stazione Marittima, Molo dei Bersaglieri, 3, 34123 Trieste TS, Italy
You will be greeted at the cruise ship port and shown to a private modern, comfortable, and air-conditioned vehicle. Your professional driver will then transfer you through the beautiful Italian countryside. The journey takes roughly 2.5 hours.
Each tour and itinerary is individually adjusted to your cruise ship's arrival and departure times to ensure you make the most of your time in the port and that you do miss your ship's departure!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Tronchetto, 30135 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
After your journey you will arrive at the last parking where cars can enter on the outskirts of Venice. Here you will be greeted by your private professional, experienced certified Venetian guide who will whisk you on an adventure of this stunning city!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Piazzale Roma, 30100 Venice Italy
From the parking we will transfer you to Piazzale Rome, where our adventure begins. Once you walk across the first bridge the charm of this timeless island quickly becomes apparent.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chiesa di San Rocco, Campo San Rocco, Venice Italy
On our stroll through the old town we will pass the San Rocco school and church, which is where the lesser known Tintoretto Sistine Chapel is preserved on the walls inside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, San Polo, 3072, 30125 Venice Italy
Around the corner with its unassuming façade is one of the most famous gondola disembark and wedding locations, the Frari Chapel.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: San Polo Campo San Polo, 30125 Venice Italy
Our next stop is the Campo San Polo, where in old times the Venetians would organize bullfights for Carneval.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mercati di Rialto, Campo della Pescaria Vicino il Ponte di Rialto, 30125 Venice Italy
The following destination will be the lively Rialto market where tourists and locals alike go for fresh fish and produce. You will have the opportunity to browse Venetian delicacies, get a snack, drink and go souvenir shopping. From here you can also marvel at the enchanting Rialto Bridge - the first bridge built on the Grand Canal.
Alternatively, the free time can be spent later, at the St Mark's Square where you could visit the Doge Palace or the Basilica on your own.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ponte di Rialto, Ruga degli Orefici (Rialto) San Polo, 30125 Venice Italy
After a refreshing break at the Rialto market, we will cross the Rialto bridge to experience how the other half of the island lives. Here you will learn about the lives of traders who after a successful day on shore would re-embark on their merchant vessels docked at the port.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy
Finally we will make it to one of the most beautiful squares in the world: the renowned and breathtaking San Marco Square - the most famous and only "Square of Venice".
Time permitting, you will have some free time here to visit the Doge Palace or Basilica on your own (please note entry fees are not included in the price of tour).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, San Marco, 328, 30124 Venice Italy
Your guide will show you the mosaics adorning the ancient Basilica and its clock tower along with the Campinale (Bell Tower).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Doge's Palace, Piazza San Marco, 1, 30124 Venice Italy
Another highlight of our tour will be the famous and extraordinary Doge Palace, which for over 1000 years served as the White House and Pentagon for the region.
Please note inside visit is not included in the price.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy
Next, we will finally experience the highlight of this tour: the world-famous gondola ride! Each gondola is privately rented for your group, each for a maximum of 5 people.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Tronchetto, 30135 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
At the end of the tour, your tour guide will bring you back to your private vehicle and say goodbye to you.
From here the driver will bring you back safely to your cruise ship!
Duration: 3 hours
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Traveler pickup is offered
Your driver will be waiting outside at the cruise ship port parking with a sign with your name on it.
Ports
10 hours(approx.)
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not wheelchair accessible
Please note this is mostly a walking tour and it is not suitable for passengers with mobility difficulties.
Please bring some change in EUR for toilet stops, beverages and for lunch. Please ask our tour guide in Venice to arrange for a stop at an ATM if you do not have EUR with you. US dollars are not accepted in Italy.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
