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Regular Tours in Venice REGULAR TOURS IN VENICE ** ENGLISH ONLY TOURS ** Rates in AUD$ per person valid from 01 April 2018 to 31 October 2018 INDEX CITY TOURS - Afternoon in Venice – Combined Afternoon Tour “Doge’s Palace” & “Discover Venice” - Doge’s Palace – Afternoon Tour - Skip the Line Doges Palace Tour - Tour Original Venice Walk & Skip the Line St. Mark’s Basilica - Tour Best of Venice Walking Tour & Skip the Line Visit at St. Mark’s Basilica and Gondola Ride - Tour Best of Venice Walking Tour & Skip the Line Visit at St. Mark’s Basilica + Doge’s Palace - Secret Venice by Night Walking Tour & Gondola Ride - Wine Appetizer Jewish Ghetto - Small Group – Grand Canal Boat Tour - Murano Glassblowing & Burano Lace-Making Tour - Super Save Combo Package Venice in One Day – “Original Venice Walking Tour” & “Grand Canal Boat Tour” - Super Save Combo Package Venice in One Day – “Original Venice Walking Tour” & “Gondola Ride Tour” - Prestige Half Day Tour – Grand Canal & Secret Canals by Motorboat - The Secrets of Venice Small Group Tour: St' Mark's Basilica with Terraces and Doge's Palace - Venice Boat Tour: Small Group Tour with Grand Canal & Tower Climb EXCURSIONS - Prestige Full Day Tour Cortina & Dolomites - Prestige Full Day Tour Verona & Amarone SPECIAL ACTIVITIES - Romantic Gondola Ride for 2 FOOD & WINE ACTIVITIES - Prestige Half Day Wine Tour of the Doges Clients which booked flights or accommodation through the ITB recieve 5% discount AFTERNOON IN VENICE – Combined Afternoon Tour “DOGE’S PALACE” & “DISCOVER VENICE”(2h 15m) REGULAR GROUP TOUR The Palazzo Ducale represented for centuries the seat of the Venetian political power. In his splendid rooms, plastered and immersed in hundreds of masterpieces of painting, the Duke and his Council controlled the fate of a thousand-year history republic. You’ll live it together with a Guide that will show you the halls of power, plunging you in a very particular historical context: the European Middle Ages and the immediately following centuries. You’ll be surprised of the rich details of the gold staircase, of the realism of the scenes depicted by many artists who have decorated this building, you will relive the anguish of the prisoners crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs, and entering the Venetian prisons, famous for hosting Giacomo Casanova. An unforgettable tour not to be missed! The ticket for the Palace is included in the tour price and will allow you to entry without waiting. After the visit of Doges Palace you will visit the unusual and fascinating corners of Venice off the beaten track and where time seems to have stood still centuries ago. You will enjoy a panoramic walking tour (no entrance foreseen) with the Tourist Guide of the area between Piazza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge, through a labyrinth of little canals, and sites of historic and artistic interest, passing by some special places: Teatro la Fenice (“The Phoenix”), one of the most famous opera house in Europe, the site of many famous operatic premieres; Scala del Bovolo, an unique spiral staircase with a plethora of arches; Rialto Bridge and its typical shops, one of the architectural icons of Venice. The walking tour does not include the explanation of St. Mark’s Square. Departure Every Day at 2.15 p.m. Meeting Point At YEX Exchange Office under the Clock Tower (St. Mark's Square). Facing St Mark's Basilica, the Clock tower is on the left side and it is a white tower with a blue clock on it ** Clients have to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior departure ** A$: 106,00 per adult FREE for child 0-3 years Inclusions Block Out dates • Guided tour with commentary No block out dates • Entrance ticket to the Doge’s Palace “jump the queue” **Additional block out dates may be communicated during the season.** Cancellation policy For all Tours in Venice city centre and Surroundings following cancellation policy will be applied: - For cancellation made within 08 working days prior departure: no penalty. - For cancellation made from 07 to 04 working days prior departure: 50% penalty. - For cancellation made during last 72 hours or for no-show: 100% penalty. www.gartour.com DOGE’S PALACE – Afternoon Tour (1h) ** FREE SALE ** REGULAR GROUP TOUR The Palazzo Ducale represented for centuries the seat of the Venetian political power. In his splendid rooms, plastered and immersed in hundreds of masterpieces of painting, the Duke and his Council controlled the fate of a thousand-year history republic. You’ll live it together with a Guide that will show you the halls of power, plunging you in a very particular historical context: the European Middle Ages and the immediately following centuries. You’ll be surprised of the rich details of the gold staircase, of the realism of the scenes depicted by many artists who have decorated this building, you will relive the anguish of the prisoners crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs, and entering the Venetian prisons, famous for hosting Giacomo Casanova. An unforgettable tour not to be missed! The ticket for the Palace is included in the tour price and will allow you to entry without waiting. Departure Every Day at 2.15 p.m. Meeting Point At YEX Exchange Office under the Clock Tower (St. Mark's Square). Facing St Mark's Basilica, the Clock tower is on the left side and it is a white tower with a blue clock on it ** Clients have to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior departure ** A$: 72,00 per adult FREE for child 0-2 years Inclusions Block Out dates • Guided tour with commentary No block out dates • Entrance ticket to the Doge’s Palace “jump the queue” **Additional block out dates may be communicated during the season.** Cancellation policy For all Tours in Venice city centre and Surroundings following cancellation policy will be applied: - For cancellation made within 08 working days prior departure: no penalty. - For cancellation made from 07 to 04 working days prior departure: 50% penalty. - For cancellation made during last 72 hours or for no-show: 100% penalty. Skip the Line DOGES PALACE TOUR (2h) SMALL GROUP TOUR – Min 5 Max 25 Pax Our DOGES PALACE TOUR features an in-depth of a building that was once both the seat of the Venetian Government & residence of the Doge of Venice. Cross the bridge of Sighs, visit the famous prisons of the Doges Palace and in the company of one of our licensed expert tour guides learn why the Venetians only allowed one building in Venice to be called a Palace. Guaranteed no standing in line to enter the Doges Palace. With one of our expert licensed guides and equipped with headphones you will travel back in time to learn about the inner workings of the brain of Venice - home of the Venetian Government & residence of the Doge of Venice - the chief magistrate of the Republic. Tour the Doges Palace's sumptuous and splendidly decorated chambers that illustrate the immense wealth that the city once possessed and enjoy detailed discussions on the fabulous works of Art created by some of Venice's most celebrated artists including Tintoretto and Veronese. We'll also discuss the architecture of the Doges Palace that exemplifies the unique Byzantine Gothic style of Venice. You'll learn how a small community of fishermen created one of the most liberal states in Europe. Learn about the Venetians unique form of government, the role of the Doge & the notorious council of ten, the secret police of the state. Along with tales of mystery and intrigue, be entertained by the story of Casanova's escape from the prison cells, and learn about other characters that played their role in creating the Venetian Republic - a Republic that lasted longer than any other in history! Departure Every Day at 9.00 a.m. Meeting Point At the entrance to the Royal Gardens on the waterfront of St Mark's Square ** Clients have to be at the meeting point 15 minutes prior departure ** A$: 98,00 per adult A$:80,00 children 6-12 years Inclusions Block Out dates • Skip the Line entrance to the Doge's Palace April 01st and 25th - May 01st - June 02nd - August 15th - • English-speaking guide September 02nd - October 28th 2018 **Additional block out dates may be communicated during the season.** Cancellation policy For all Tours in Venice city centre and Surroundings following cancellation policy will be applied: - For cancellation made within 08 working days prior departure: no penalty. - For cancellation made from 07 to 04 working days prior departure: 50% penalty. - For cancellation made during last 72 hours or for no-show: 100% penalty. Tour ORIGINAL VENICE WALK & Skip the Line ST. MARK’S BASILICA (2h) SMALL GROUP TOUR – Min 5 Max 25 Pax Visit St. Mark's square and learn the history that lies behind the walls of its most famous landmarks; the Basilica with its Byzantine heritage, the Doge's Palace and its adjoining prisons, that retain the true secrets to understanding how a city built on swamps became one of the most enlightened cities in the western world. Then, by leaving the square and crowds behind you, we go on to discover the "real Venice". Enter a labyrinth of narrow passageways and alleys and an enchanting city of meandering canals punctuated by delicate bridges awaits you. Explore the lively Campo Santa Maria Formosa with its outstanding Gothic Palaces and learn about the famous trade schools of Venice, that provided the foundations of the great mercantile empire, at the Scuola di San Marco. See Marco Polo's House and enjoy tales of this legendary globe-trotting Venetian. Admire the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo "the Pantheon of Venice", enter an old merchant's warehouse and see the most beautiful Wellhead in Venice, before the tour comes to an end near the Rialto bridge.
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