TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1: Sunday, 28th July
‍Tuscany – Venice

This morning your adventure begins with a transfer by luxury coach to Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence, where you'll board a high-speed train to Venice, enjoying the added comfort of Business Class seats.

Upon arrival at Santa Lucia station, a truly glamorous experience awaits as private water taxis are ready to whisk you away through the back canals to your opulent 5-star hotel, the Hilton Molino Stucky, nestled on the Giudecca Canal. Take advantage of the hotel's rooftop pool, offering breathtaking views, or relax and unwind in their elegant cocktail bar, immersing yourself in the ambiance of Venice.

As “Golden Hour” casts its magical glow, we'll gather at St. Mark's Square, where you’ll find a fleet of gondolas waiting to transport you back in time on a tour of the “back street's” of this fascinating city. To make this bucket list moment even more memorable we've booked some incredible opera singers to serenade you as you glide through the canals.  

We’ll then return to St. Mark's Square, where a seat at the opulent Café Florian awaits. Sit back, soak up the atmosphere, sip a Bellini, and listen to the orchestra play. Life doesn't get much better than this.

DAY 2: Monday, 29th July
‍Venice

This morning you’ll meet our amazing Venetian local specialist who’ll unveil the hidden gems of her hometown. On this walking tour, you’ll venture off the beaten path to discover secret corners of Venice that are often overlooked by tourists. Experience the true essence of the city as you navigate through charming alleys and stumble upon tucked-away treasures. During the tour, she’ll take you to her favourite local hangout, where you’ll try Venetian cicchetti (small traditional snacks) and cool down in the summer heat with an Aperol Spritz.  

After the tour, the rest of the day is yours to explore Venice at your leisure. Perhaps delve into the rich history of the city by visiting the impressive Doge's Palace, an architectural marvel that showcases Venetian Gothic splendour. Alternatively, indulge in some retail therapy in the Accademia district, known for its designer label boutiques and Italian fashion.

As evening falls, we come together for one last magical experience. Step aboard our private boat and set sail to explore the captivating Venetian lagoon. Our first destination is the island of Murano, which has been home to the Venetian glass-making industry since 1291.  You'll see a demonstration by one of their esteemed masters before we continue onto the drop-dead beautiful island of Burano, famous for its brightly coloured houses. Also known as the Fisherman's Island and renowned for its lace making traditions, Burano exudes a charm unlike any other. Tonight, we gather at one of the island's most renowned restaurants, "Al Raspo de Ua," for a sumptuous seafood feast. Indulge in the freshest catch of the day, as we bid farewell to Venice in a grand finale that perfectly sums up our fabulous 12-day journey together.
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DAY 3: Tuesday, 30th July
‍Venice

It’s time to say Buon Viaggio as our Venetian Escape concludes after breakfast. We have booked water taxi transfers for those of you flying out of Marco Polo Airport today.

We wish you all safe travels and thank you for being part of the Hermes Holidays family. We hope we have given the holiday of a lifetime full of memories to cherish forever and we look forward to our next holiday adventure together.
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