A Guide To Venices Most Unique Tours And Experiences

As one of the world’s most iconic cities, it may feel like there’s nothing new to see or do in Venice. But look past the gondola rides and museums and you’ll discover a completely different aspect of the city that’s just waiting to be explored. Culture Trip picks the floating city’s best unique tours and experiences.

Venice, though a dream destination for many, may seem as if it’s overplayed: like a city with nothing to offer the intrepid, culturally curious traveller. But nothing could be further from the truth. This canal-crossed city retains an aura of mystery and intrigue, despite the numbers that flock to the Piazza San Marco every season. Here are some of the most interesting experiences and attractions on offer, from a travelling opera performance and a truly authentic cooking experience to a brand-new (and breathtaking) way of exploring the canals.

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Tours

Enjoy a 2.5 hour tour of the most famous wine parlors of Venice and visit also some of the most interesting art and historic sites led by a professional local guide. You can choose between a private experience or being part of a small group (max 12 people).You will taste a great selection of regional wines and spirits served with typical appetizers. Between the tasting sessions you will see some off-the-beaten-track marvels.

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Tours

Discover the floating city of Venice without following the bustling crowds. That’s right! Your private local insider has carefully selected the best hidden alleyways and paths that lead to hidden jewels. Wander through local neighbourhoods, beautiful gardens, and even a crowdless island.

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Tours

We will visit all the hidden gems of Venice that only locals know. You will get to see the main monuments of Venice from a different point of view, directly in contact with nature. We strongly believe in sustainable tourism. We love our city. It is fragile and needs to be treated kindly. Paddling in Venice means discovering its intimate part, the most hidden and beautiful places, without any negative environmental impact.

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Activities

If you want to live a real experience in the heart of Venice that’s the right choice!A Venetian Master Artisan will explain to you, in 1-hour course, the traditional art of making or decorating a mask, an artistic personal event which will make you live the preparation for the Venetian Carnival.Create your own unique masterpiece and following your artistic streak, a special memory of an amazing experience, and keep your artistic creation of the most emblematic icon of Venice! An unconventional and handcrafted moment to live with your family or friends!

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Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

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