Italian Allure Travel has organised a unique experience for those looking to explore the Venice lagoon and its unique islands with friends or a partner, a exclusive opportunity to travel around the most gorgeous parts of Venice on a Riva boat. Our captain will navigate through the canals and take you to open waters, islands that are away form the touristic tread routes; being Venetian himself he will provide you with the most interesting information and will guarantee a journey to places that only locals are familiar with.
We are offering the possibility to choose from three different options and as always if you have other preferences we will accommodate the itinerary accordingly to suit you.
Option 1: Southern Lagoon
A full-day tour around the southern part of the Venetian Lagoon. In the morning, around 9 am the tour will proceed towards the main sights in Venice that are San Marco’s Square, from there you will transfer directly to Lido, the second most popular island in Venice. Lido is a marvellous spot to visit in order to find out more about the history of the lagoon and to see the places where many locals visit for their holidays. The tour, therefore, will include a visit to Malamocco, the cradle of the island and the location of the original home of the Doge of Venice. Later stopping by Alberoni beach that is one of the greatest spots for a swim or a leisurely walk.
We will organise a beautiful lunch for you at Da Nane restaurant in Pallestrina, known for fantastic seafood dishes. After a delicious meal the next point of disembarkation will be Chioggia that is an adjacent coastal town.
Finally, to end this full day in the most memorable way, your captain of the Riva boat will take you to the Island of Roses to rejoice at sunset with an aperitif on the terrace of the JW Marriott. On your request we can also book you a table for dinner in one of the restaurants back in the heart of Venice.
Date available: from July 8, 2016
Meeting point: Santa Maria del Giglio in front of the entrance of the Gritti Palace
Drop off : Santa Maria del Giglio in front of the entrance of the Gritti Palace
Itinerary includes: visits to Lido – Malamocco – Alberoni – Pellestrina – Chioggia
Tour suggestions: Lunch at Da Nane in Pellestrina and aperitif at JW Marriott
Option 2: Northern Lagoon
The northern part of the lagoon in Venice includes famous islands such as Murano, Burano and Torcello. Murano is known worldwide for the production of glass, see the masters blowing and shaping the glass that has a long history just as the island itself. Here you will have some time to look around before voyaging to Burano, a small nearby island that attracts many travellers from all around the world because of its colourful buildings. Each and every one of them is painted in a different colour, this is done as a territorial mark of the families living on the island and was originally done as a sign for fishermen coming back from the sea so that they didn’t get lost.
Moreover, we will invite you for a delicious lunch at one of the best restaurants on the island known for the freshest seafood and homemade pasta.
Torcello is a must visit place since it is the birthplace of Venice; nowadays the oldest church in the entire lagoon is still standing there with the frescoes, sculptures, gardens and the stories waiting to be discovered.
The sun descending into the horizon and an aperitif in one of the most beautiful villas on the coast will be the final touch of the day-trip and an unforgettable memory of your stay in Venice; our captain will take you to the final destination, Lido.
Date: from July 8, 2016
Meeting point: Santa Maria del Giglio front of the entrance of Gritti Palace
Drop off : Santa Maria del Giglio front of the entrance of Gritti Palace
Itinerary: Murano – Burano – Torcello – Lido
Tour suggestions: Lunch at Al Gatto Nero – Wine tastings at Vini al Venissa – Aperitif at Villa Laguna
Option 3: Special Itinerary
Considering this is a unique opportunity that Italian Allure Travel has organised for its travellers to voyage around Venice on a beautiful Riva boat guided by a legendary local captain, it is worth considering this option that includes places out of the touristic circuit. The tour consists of Burano, Torcello and Punta Sabbioni.
Firstly, you will have some time for a boat ride to explore the canals and later a leisurely walk around the colourful island of Burano, where colourful houses reflect the jolly spirit of the town.
After the visit to Burano it will be time for the lunch. Antica Dogana restaurant finds its place right in the middle of the lagoon, it is worth going to this marvellous spot on earth not only for the views but also for food; if you are interested in the local cuisine and tasting the freshest seafood or other Italian specialties, this is definitely one of the best places for it.
Before concluding the day you will have some time to wonder around Treporti, more precisely, Punta Sabbioni, which, if not for the stupendous Riva boat, would be hardly reachable. From there you will follow sunset and cross the lagoon to arrive on the island of Lido. Villa Laguna stands right on the edge of the coast. To end a perfect day in a perfect way: a glass of wine, sunset and the company of your friends or partner.
Date: from July 8, 2016
Meeting point: Santa Maria del Giglio front of the entrance of Gritti Palace
Drop off : Santa Maria del Giglio front of the entrance of Gritti Palace
Itinerary: Burano – Torcello – Treporti – Punta Sabbioni
Tour suggestions: Lunch at Antica Dogana and an aperitif at Villa Laguna
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These tours are private full day experiences lasting 10 hours and can be modified to suit your specific requirements on request.
2016 Cost 10 hours: Euro 4,026.00
Includes: Transportation on a luxury Aquariva boat with your personal captain and fuel.
Contact us to enquire – info@italianalluretravel.com