Shared Tour: The Islands Murano, Burano, Torcello
After sailing by the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, the Public Gardens, the tip of Sant’Elena and the Lido famous beach resort, the boat arrives at Murano, known throughout the world for its glass manufacturing industry. Here you have 40 minutes for a visit to one of the factories to discover the magic of glass. The second stop will be at the picturesque island of Burano, famous not only for its lace, but also for the fishermen’s houses painted in bright colors. The stop will last about 30 minutes. After a short sail, you’ll reach Torcello, the earliest center of civilization in the lagoon. Only the cathedral with its magnificent mosaics and the church of Santa Fosca remain as testimony of its former glory. This stop lasts about 30 minutes. Then the boat will make its way back to St Mark’s Square.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure. Passengers must contact the local sightseeing company upon arrival to reconfirm their tour.
Duration:
Approximately 6 hours
Start Time:
11am (Check in time:10:30am)
Inclusions:
Boat excursion to Murano, Burano and Torcello, Multilingual hostess (Italian-English-French-German-Spanish)
Exclusions:
Lunch, Drinks, Gratuity
Meeting point:
Yellow desk on Riva degli Schiavoni, corner of Calle degli Albanesi.
Ending point:
San Marco – Cornoldi Pier.
Not Suitable For:
This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or wheelchairs.
Important Information:
Meeting point may change depending on public ordinances, regattas, and events.
Safety regulations will be respected.
Service must be booked at least 2 working days before the tour by 11am
Order of islands may change based on events.”
Group Size: Maximum 100 Pax.
This tour operates daily, from March to Novermber.
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