An easy trip from Florence by taking the high speed train in Executive or first class with your tour leader to arrive after two hours at the UNESCO listed city of Venice. Visit the Magical Attractions of Venice with your expert guide that will include the Grand Square of San Marco, a gondolier ride and private transfer on luxury RIVA boat along the grand canal.
The best way to experience Venice in a day is with the assistance of a Tour Leader and a local Guide who will take you through hidden streets and recount stories while you discover local districts including the Jewish Ghetto, private gardens and artisanal stores. Stop for ciccetti a local aperitif that is typically a Spritz with a snack in one of the many small ancient bars.
Marvel at major landmarks that include the Rialto bridge, Golden Basilica of San Marco with its hand made mosaic and gothic facade see the Campanile Tower and the Doges Palace (exterior only) that looks over the Grand Canal on this informative and fun day.
Enjoy lunch at exclusive local restaurant on the Grand Canal where you can savor on a Prosecco with fresh risotto made with either fish or local and seasonal vegetables followed by dessert.
After your gondola ride along the canal meet your guide late afternoon for a private boat ride back to the Venice S.Lucia Central Station to board high speed train back to Florence. Arrive in to Florence early evening.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• The Perfect Pace for a one day trip from Florence to Venice
• Visit the Main Attractions and gain local knowledge from our expert guide
• Take a Gondola Ride
• Enjoy lunch & aperitf at a local restaurant
SCHEDULE:
08.00am Meet your Tour Leader at your Hotel in Florence
08.30am Aboard Fast Train - Freccia Rossa in 1st Classe or Executive Classe at Florence Santa Maria Train Station Train
10.35am Arrive at S.Lucia Train Station in the centre of Venice - enjoy a walking tour around the historical centre
01.35pm Enjoy lunch at an exclusive Restaurant on the Grand Canal
03.00pm Gondola Ride
04.00pm Depart from Piazza San Marco on Private boat along the Grand Canal
05.25pm Train To Florence
07.30pm Arrive at Train Station of Florence and transfer with Chauffeur
Price per person 759 Euro (based on six travelers)
Price per person 860 Euro (based on four travelers)
Price per person 1.100 Euro (based on two travelers)
Includes
- 1 Guide Historical Tours - Reservations and tickets to museams and galleries
- 1 Gondola Tour
- Transportation in Executive Class Train Freccia Rossa and Chauffeur Driver in Mercedes Sedan
- Transfers with English speaking driver in Mercedes Chauffeur
- Lunch, Dinners to be paid for separately