Venice, Florence, Rome: Essential (3* Hotels) Low Carbon Tou

Make your way and check in at your high quality 3* hotel personally selected by our staff in Venice Mestre. Thanks to the day at leisure you will have the chance to start exploring the floating city, and lose yourself in its fascinating maze of alleys, canals and bridges. Venice city center is only 20 minutes away from your hotel; get lost in the Venetian alleys, visit the Dodge Palace or take a Gondola Ride.

After breakfast it is time to discover Venice but who knows better than you what you would personally like to explore? You can choose among following alternatives: The wonderful Venetian lagoon: Murano & Burano by motorboat (starting time: 11.00 am., duration 4,5 hours) Jump aboard your motorboat to explore Murano and Burano, considered the most beautiful islands of the Venetian Lagoon. Your first stop will be Murano, a town famous for its production of blown glass. Today, all the local glass-blowing shops are located on Murano, and it has become the world’s largest and most famous manufacturer of blown glass! While independently discovering the island, stroll through the historic center in search of unique, glass souvenirs. Then, watch a master glass-blower create the products in front of you, as you discover the island’s secrets. Then hop back on the motorboat to reach the brightly, colored town of Burano, known as the city of lace. The tradition of creating lace originates directly from the women of the lagoon. For years, they have continued producing this unique lace, and it is truly a craftsmanship. While strolling through the narrow streets of the island in search of these precious and unique artifacts, you will be dazzled by the colorful houses that radiate a feeling of harmony and happiness. Discover Venice: guided walk between Piazza San Marco, Rialto Bridge, La Fenice theater & Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo  (starting time: 3,45 pm., duration 1 h 15 min) Meet your local, professional guide as they take you on a fascinating guided walk in the historic center of Venice. You will depart from the most famous square in the city - Piazza San Marco, with its marvelous Golden Cathedral. Then continue to the San Marco Bell Tower, otherwise known as the "landlord” to local Venetians. Discover the local legends about this extraordinary bell tower, a nationwide symbol of Italy. Then, follow your guide to the prestigious Teatro la Fenice, Venice’s main opera house.  Then, continue toward Palazzo Contarini della Scala del Bovolo, a spectacular Gothic palace built in the fifteenth century, famous for its arches and mesmerizing, external spiral staircase. Follow your guide through the romantic alleyways of Venice, until you reach the iconic Rialto Bridge, built across the Grand Canal. Vaporetto & local transportation 2 days pass  (starting time: at your leisure, duration 2 days)Take advantage of your 2 days pass and see Venice from vaporettos, traveling on the Grand Canal and admiring the architecture of the Venetian palazzi from every angle and light, is essential for any visit to the Serenissima! Explore the floating city widely for two full days, reach all the main attractions as many times as you want without worrying of tickets. Also the land bus transportation is included, this means it’s super useful to move from-to your accommodation in Venice Mestre. Gondola ride (starting time: 11 am and 3 pm, duration 30 minutes) Embark on an unforgettable tour of the “City on Water'' on a small gondola, holding a maximum of six people. This experience is not to be missed - the gondola is a truly unique form of transportation, with unparalleled speed and maneuverability. Moreover, it is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship, taking almost a year to build, with 280 pieces and 8 different types of wood. Despite its length, the gondola is designed to maneuver small spaces, especially the endless narrow canals of Venice. Your personal gondoliers, will mesmerize you with his incredible skills of balance and dexterity! Have your camera ready, and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime, as you witness Venice as you have never seen it before!

After breakfast, make your way to the train station and board your high-speed train to Florence. Check what platform is yours on boards, searching by train number; you will be in Florence in only 2 hours. Upon arrival, proceed to your  hotel. Whole day at leisure. Stroll the historic city center of Florence, that is very small and easy to walk around. In a short walk you'll meet lots of attractions like the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria with the Loggia dei Lanzi and Ponte Vecchio. Treat yourself with some local specialties like a juicy Fiorentina steak and great red wine.