FULL DAY EXCURSION BY BUS TO VENICE: THE FLOATING CITY

Spend an unforgettable day exploring the intricate network of canals and charming narrow lanes of Venice. Climb aboard our comfortable GT coach and get ready to discover a city unlike anywhere else in the world. Although Florence and Venice are both renowned for their beauty, they offer distinctly different artistic traditions, architecture, and atmospheres.

Admire Venice’s remarkable Byzantine-inspired architecture and discover a city where boats and vaporetti serve as essential modes of transportation. Built across a network of islands and waterways, Venice seems to float upon the lagoon, creating a truly magical setting. As you explore the historic centre, admire the extraordinary artistic heritage, ornate palaces, and elegant waterfront buildings that make the city captivating at every turn.

Your tour leader will guide you directly to the heart of Venice, the magnificent Piazza San Marco. Here, discover the splendid Basilica di San Marco, an architectural masterpiece blending Venetian Gothic and Byzantine influences. Admire its dazzling mosaics, intricate details, and magnificent golden decorations that adorn the façade.

Just a short walk away stands the imposing Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale), celebrated for its refined architecture and impressive grandeur. For centuries, this magnificent palace served as the political and governmental centre of the powerful Venetian Republic.

For an unforgettable perspective of Venice, enjoy an optional gondola ride through the city’s famous waterways. Glide peacefully along the canals while admiring the reflections of historic palaces shimmering on the water and watching the remarkable skill of your professional gondolier.

At the end of your Venetian adventure, meet your tour leader and begin the journey back to Florence, carrying with you wonderful memories of canals, magnificent architecture, artistic treasures, and the timeless magic of Venice.