You’ll meet your guide at the Rialto Market vaporetto stop, where’ll you’ll begin by touring this lively and historic fish & vegetable market. Head to the Fondamente Nove, stopping to visit the Miracoli Church along the way, then pick up the Laguna Nord vaporetto to Burano. During the 40 min ride, Your guide will paint the picture of Venice’s origins, referencing various sights as they glide past. Another five-minute vaporetto ride takes you further back in time to the evocative island and original lagoon settlement of Torcello. You’ll visit Santa Maria Assunta cathedral and its splendid mosaics (noting the plaque dated 639). You’ll take in the unique lagoon view from the bell tower before returning to visit the colorful island of Burano, known for its fishing and lace, where you’ll have lunch.
You’ll return to Venice in a water taxi (20 minutes) where for your next three hours you’ll continue your experiential Venetian history tour by visiting the Frari (with Titian’s magnificent Assumption by Titian(, the Santa Maria della Salute church (constructed in thanks to the Madonna for ending a second plague), and the Piazza San Marco (just in time for a visit to the Basilica should you so choose).
If you prefer, you may substitute a visit to the Island of Murano (See Venezia e Vetro) for the Piazza, Frari & Salute churches.
INCLUDES:
Private guide (6 hours), water taxi transfer from Burano to Murano. Lunch is not included; but your guide will suggest several options depending on your hunger and mood, from panini to primo to a full meal.
COST:
€620
