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The gems of the lagoon. Torcello Burano Murano with a real local!

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Overview

We start in Torcello, founded by Romans escaping from Barbarian. Guests will climb the old Roman watchtower and discover the very origins of Venetian civilization, today preserved by only a handful of residents in a timeless and peaceful setting.
The tour then continues to Burano, the island of fishermen and lace makers. Here you will visit a traditional lace workshop to see how this millennial art is still produced by hand. After exploring the colorful streets, guests may choose to enjoy a 1h seafood lunch on the island or spend this "free time" shopping at their own pace.
Finally, we reach Murano, world-famous for its glass tradition dating back to Roman times. During the visit to a glass factory, you'll watch glass master create extraordinary handmade crystal pieces!
At the end of the tour, we suggest staying in Murano for shopping in the "Glass Master street" for an independent exploration, as all guests will already have a full-day 24h public transportation "Vaporetto" ticket.

What's Included

  • The Visit to the Murano Glass Factory it is include in the price (5 euros)
  • Visit to Burano Lace industry where you will see the last Lace Masters making venetian "merletti"
  • Licensed Tour Leader - I was rewarded for my university studies by the City of Venice during 2013
  • To join this experience you need the public transportation ticket here called Vaporetto
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Calle de la Colombina
5040, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy

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What To Expect

During this half day trip I will accompany you visiting the most beautiful islands of Venice on boars of our vaporetto, the most strange typologies of "bus" in the world! Best friend of every veneziana since 1895, when was starting its unbeatable service!
Today an early intimate, unforgettable and relaxing trip cruising the Venice’s lagoon :)
At first we will visit the Murano community, famous for its Glass production since 1000 years ago! This is the island where I came from and where we will visit the REAL glass industry seeing Masters working together their unforgettable "Glass Gallery"
And what about the second trip to Burano, fascinating colorful town famous for its millennial lace making production and its delicious sea food cuisine?!
About lace, will be the Vidal's family the one that will introduce it to us; I'm really sure you will love their "Atelier"..
Even in Burano you will have 1h of "Time out" where I really suggest to try our "Risotto di pesce" - "calamari", "cicchetti" and a lot of more..
In the end we will visit Torcello, discovering the most ancient community here, born during the Barbarians invasion where the last 9 locals are still living like 20century ago..

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

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Q: Will I get seasick on The gems of the lagoon. Torcello Burano Murano with a real local!?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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What's Included

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  • The Visit to the Murano Glass Factory it is include in the price (5 euros)
  • Visit to Burano Lace industry where you will see the last Lace Masters making venetian "merletti"
  • Licensed Tour Leader - I was rewarded for my university studies by the City of Venice during 2013
  • The visit to the Torcello Archaeological area it's include in the price ( 7 euros)
  • Skip line to Torcello Museum - Burano and Murano Glass industry
  • To join this experience you need the public transportation ticket here called Vaporetto

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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