Byzantine Venice: Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Guided tour in French
ID: GYG394350-O-716707
Category:
Sight Seeing
, Cable Car
, Nature and Landscapes
Country: Italy
Duration:
03:15 hours
Description
Discover the enchanting side of Venice through a morning walk, its Byzantine heritage through the St Mark's Basilica, and its deepest side through a romantic gondola ride.
Travel to the heart of Venice and its Byzantine art heritage with a combination of three tours. Discover the enchanting side of Venice through a morning walk, its Byzantine heritage through the St Mark's Basilica, and its deepest side through a romantic gondola ride.
Go to the enchanting Venice made up of countless bridges, channels, and "campo" (little squares), the pulsing heart of a water city. Follow your experienced tour guide and learn more about Venice, it's past, and interesting facts about life in a city built on water. Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Campo, and Church SS. Giovanni e Paolo, and the Mercerie, are only some of the highlights which you will admire.
Let yourself admire Venice from a unique perspective: the water. In an eye glimpse, it will be like being projected into another world, away from the crowded alleys of the historical center and ready to discover a deeper side of Venice. Discover not only one of Venice's most famous sites and symbols but also one of the world's most beautiful and breathtaking cathedrals: The St Mark's Basilica.
Immerse yourself in the majestic interiors of the Basilica, learn more about Venice's history and in particular about its patron saint, St Mark.
Highlights
- Learn about the history of the Basilica’s interiors
- Stroll through Venice's little and picturesque squares
- See the beauty of Venice and its peaceful canals
- Get a glimpse into ordinary life of Venetian people
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will be provided rain or shine (in the event of exceptionally high tides, it may be canceled with a refund provided)
• Please note that it is a shared gondola (up to five people for each one) so the gondola might be shared with other people
• From Aug. 6th to enter the Basilica you must have the Green Pass + ID card (if you do not have it, the tour will not be refundable)
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
Arrive at Calle Larga Ascension, in front of the post office, just next to St. Mark's Square. Go to the wooden stand with the yellow sign "meeting point."
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
