Venice is not just any city. The streets are made of water, there’s not a right angle to be found, and the system of convoluted alleyways can be difficult to navigate even for a local. That’s why having a personal, practical, on-site introduction can make all the difference in how enjoyable the rest of your stay can be.
Your WELCOME INTRODUCTION begins with an e-mail containing detailed arrival instructions according to your lodging and your means: air, train, or car. We’ll track your actual arrival and arrange to meet you shortly thereafter. Instead of wandering about, though, we’ll choose the perfect spot in your specific neighborhood (likely a nearby cafe) to sit, chat, and orient you to the city.
We’ll dot your map with locations for any activities you already have scheduled, make suggestions for things to keep an eye out for as you wander. We’ll have eating tips of all types, and make reservations if you’d like (definitely for your first night). We’ll include a complete explanation of the vaporetto and traghetto and how best to take advantage of them. We’ll tell you of any last minute goings-on, answer any specific questions, and include insider recommendations – all according to you personal interests and mode of travel.
MEETING INCLUDES:
- a highlighted city map
- transport system explanation and orientation, including nearest vaporetto stops
- vaporetto explanation with exclusive Venice Vaporetto Guide & cheat sheet
- the current Venice guide and calendar from the TI, with hours, openings, and current events
- dinner recommendations and reservations
- suggestions for how best to organize your time according to your interests and itinerary
- walk and orientation of immediate neighborhood
2-hour MEETING & WALK includes the intro meeting and neighborhood walk, plus a more thorough introductory walk, where we’ll point out elements that will serve you throughout the rest of your stay. We include a vaporetto & traghetto ride, coordinated city-wide explanations between maps and principal thoroughfares, shortcuts, navigation tips along orientation keys and landmarks, ways to get un-lost, along with shopping tips, notable enoteche, eateries, favorite gelato bars, and more.
INCLUDES: One-hour meeting; or one hour meeting plus one hour neighborhood orientation.
COST:
2 pp: €55 one-hour meeting; €100 two-hour meeting and walk.
4 pp: €65 one-hour meeting; €120 two-hour meeting and walk.
6 pp: €80 one-hour meeting; €140 two-hour meeting and walk.
