Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

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Starts from Per Person

INR 2,275

Starting Point

Departure from your hotel

Ending point

Return to original departure point

Open Timings

9:00 am - 5:00 pm


Tour duration

4:00 Hrs

Departure Time

10:00 am

Category

Standard Activities


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Transfer type

Seat In Coach


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Address

Venice, Italy

Highlights

  • 4-hour long guided tour of Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour
  • Observe Venice's Byzantine churches on Torcello – the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the Church of Santa Fosca
  • View the magnificent splendor of Murano’s palaces and Veneto-Byzantine style churches
  • Watch master glass blowers at work at a factory on Murano
  • Browse for lace on Burano and admire the painted houses
  • Plenty of photo opportunities! Click amazing pictures to cherish a memory of a lifetime

Overview

This half day tour lets you explore three famous islands of the Venetian Lagoon- Murano, Torcello, and Burano. Your first stop will be at a glass-blowing factory on Murano, then visit Venice's first cathedral on the tranquil island of Torcello which will be followed by a visit to Burano famous for its handcrafted lace.

Description

Board a boat and enjoy a thrilling journey to three islands famous for their handicrafts and architecture. As you sail past the islands of San Giorgio Maggiore, San Sevolo, San Lazzaro Degli Armeni and Sant' Elena Gardens to Murano, divided into nine islets crossed by a wide canal. Your first stop will be at Murano, known for its glassware shops and factories. Explore the island and halt at a glass factory where you can watch a skilled glassblower creating work of art. Learn about the unique history of Murano and tradition that dates back to 1291. Admire the beauty of Murano's palaces and the Veneto-Byzantine style churches, some with mosaics and ornamental motifs designed in the 12th century. Explore San Michele – Venice’s 19th-century cemetery and then visit a museum showcasing the world-famous Murano glass.
Then head to the island of Torcello famous for its palaces and churches. Visit the 7th-century cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Explore the excavated remains of the circular baptistery in the church of Santa Fosca, which displays a magnificent portico and striking Byzantine interior. Continue your journey to the island of Burano and admire the picturesque fishermen's houses painted in a bright pastel color. Stroll through the local market and find laces put on display at a museum dedicated to the craft of lace making.

Itinerary Plan

Day:1
Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

With the AC Seat in coach transfer, leave your hotel at around 10:00 AM, to feel the charm of the calm place. We offer the proper pick-up and drop-off facility up to your scheduled destination. Visit at Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour, Explore the island on foot and stop at a glass factory to watch a skilled glass blower create works of art. You’ll cruise past the islands of San Giorgio Maggiore, San Servolo, San Lazzaro degli Armeni and Sant’Elena Gardens to Murano. Here you get an opportunity to click amazing pictures to cherish the lifetime memories. After around 4 hour tour, we get to our initial point. Have a nice time!


Inclusions

  • Certified English speaking local guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transfer

Exclusions

  • Tips and personal expenses

Important to know

  • Instant package confirmation at time of booking
  • This package does not qualify for any refund policy
  • You will need to present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity