Enjoy an exceptional stay at this luxury historic hotel on Riva degli Schiavoni, a historic waterfront promenade just a short walk from St. Mark’s Square, your home for the next 4 nights.

During you time here, you will have interesting privately guided tours. The first will be a walking tour of Venice including stops at St. Mark’s Square with its wonderful basilica, the Doges Palace, a major landmark built in Venetian Gothic style, the iconic Bridge of Sighs, Marco Polo’s house, an old merchant’s warehouse, the lively Campo Santa Maria Formosa with its outstanding Gothic Palaces, the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo "the Pantheon of Venice” and the Rialto Bridge, the oldest bridge spanning the Grand Canal.

In the evening, enjoy a half hour ride on a gondola through Venice’s network of canals including the Grand Canal.

The next day is a tour to Murano and Burano by private boat. Travel past the island of San Giorgio Maggiore with its 16th Century basilica, the Public Gardens, a large Venetian park and the island of Sant’ Elena. On arrival at Murano, visit a glass factory for a demonstration of glass blowing. Then continue to Burano famous for its lace making and also its fishermen’s brightly painted houses. In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to the Rialto district known for its food and market shopping and stop at a 'bacaro' (wine bar), a favourite meeting place for all Venetians. Naturally sample some wines. 

The following morning brings a tour to the city of Verona with its Piazza Bra, one of the largest squares in the country lined with numerous cafés and restaurants, along with several notable buildings including the Verona Arena, originally an amphitheatre built nearly 2000 years ago and now a world-famous music venue for opera and concerts. Take in Juliet’s house (of Romeo and Juliet connection) and spend time visiting the excellent shops here. Then it’s on to the Valpolicella region stopping at the 13th Century Church of San Giorgio with its splendid altar. From here you will have panoramic views of the town of Simione on Lake Garda. Later enjoy a wine tasting of some local wines such as Amarone and Recioto della Valpolicella.

• Experience timeless Venice with a stay at the refined Hotel Metropole, steps from St. Mark’s Square.
• Explore the city’s most celebrated landmarks on a private walking tour through St. Mark’s and the Rialto.
• Glide along moonlit canals in a traditional gondola, taking in the quiet beauty of Venice by night.
• Sail to Murano and Burano on a private boat, discovering master glassmakers and colourful island life.
• End your Venetian escape with an intimate classical concert, celebrating the city’s enduring musical soul.

• Private arrival and departure airport transfers
• 4 nights deluxe accommodation in Venice
• Private Classic Venice Saint Mark's Area Walking Tour
• Private Gondola Ride
• Private excursion to Murano and Burano
• Breakfast daily (excluding day 1)

• Travel insurance
• International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
• Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
• Gratuities
• Optional excursions
• Items of a personal nature
• Passport & Visa fees, if applicable