Day 1: Istanbul - Venice
Meeting at 05.00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Terminal. Departure for Venice at 08:00 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1867. Arrival at Venice Airport at 08:35 and then we move to the historic island by vaporetto from Tronchetto port, the last stop for vehicles. After an enjoyable vaporetto ride, we get off the vaporetto at a point close to St. Mark’s Square, the historical center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. Here, where all the vehicles we are used to seeing in daily life such as police cars, ambulances, garbage trucks, municipal buses, etc. are replaced by boats, and motor vehicles are absent. As we walk from the Riva degli Schiavoni to St. Mark’s Square, you can see the Venice prison and the "Ponte dei Sospiri" Bridge of Sighs, which connects the prison and the Doge’s Palace, the San Giorgio Island directly opposite the bridge, the twin columns called the city’s gateway on the main facade square of the Doge’s Palace, and the statues on these columns, which are the symbols of Venice. The square where St. Mark’s Cathedral is located was described by Napoleon as "the most beautiful square in the world." Although the cathedral was completed in the 9th century, it reached its present form in the 17th century. The 4 bronze horses you will see on the main facade were brought from Istanbul after the Second Crusade. In your free time, you can watch the statues on top of the clock tower strike the bell every hour, and you can also go up the bell tower to see the whole view of Venice from above. Free time after our tour. Guests who wish may join our Murano & Burano Islands tour.
Optional Tour: Murano & Burano Islands Tour Per Person 75 Eur
We are going on an enjoyable boat tour where we will discover the most famous and colorful islands of the Venice Lagoon. First, we go to Murano Island, the world-famous center of glass art. Here, we visit glass workshops where we can closely observe the traditional Murano glass-blowing art. This art, which has continued for centuries, is one of Venice’s most important cultural heritages.
After our visit to Murano, we move on to Burano Island, one of the most photogenic spots in the Venice Lagoon. In Burano, famous for its brightly painted houses, narrow canals, and lace production, we take a short walk and provide free time. During this time, you can explore the island streets, take photos, or enjoy time in small cafes.
After our tour, we return to Venice by boat.
Day 2: Venice
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish may join our Verona & Lake Garda tour and the optional McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Shopping tour to be arranged on the return way. Overnight at our hotel.
Optional Tour: Verona & Lake Garda Tour Per Person 65 Euro
We are going on an enjoyable tour where we will discover Verona, one of Italy’s most romantic cities, and Lake Garda, the country’s largest lake. The first stop of our tour will be Verona, known as the city of Romeo and Juliet. During our panoramic walking tour in this historic city, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Arena di Verona (Roman Arena), Piazza Bra, Piazza delle Erbe, historic city gates, and the famous Juliet’s Balcony (Casa di Giulietta) are among the sights to be seen.
After our Verona tour, we head to the shore of Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake. This enchanting lake, located at the foot of the Alps, is famous for its natural beauty and charming towns. We provide a short walk and free time in Sirmione, one of the most beautiful towns on the lakeshore. Here you can enjoy pleasant moments with Scaliger Castle, narrow streets, and lake views.
After free time, we complete our tour and return to our accommodation point.
Optional Tour: Venice McArthurGlen Designer Outlet (Noventa di Piave) Shopping Tour: 25 Euro
We are heading to McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Noventa di Piave, one of Italy’s most popular outlet shopping centers. Located about 40 minutes from Venice, this outlet village stands out with its open-air shopping center concept designed inspired by Italian town architecture.
During our tour, you will have the opportunity to discover the stores of many world-famous brands at affordable prices. There are discounts ranging from 30% to 70% compared to season products at many brands such as Prada, Gucci, Armani, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Nike, Adidas, Guess, Lacoste, and Furla.
During the free time given by our guide, you can shop and spend time in cafes and restaurants. After free time, we meet at the designated time and return to our accommodation point.
Day 3: Venice
After breakfast, guests who wish may join the optional Prosecco Vineyards & Wine Tasting tour. Overnight at our hotel.
Optional Tour: Prosecco Vineyards & Wine Tasting Tour Per Person 75 Euro
We are going on an enjoyable tour where we will discover the enchanting vineyards of Veneto, the region where Italy’s world-famous sparkling wine Prosecco was born. The Valdobbiadene and Conegliano hills, located about 1 hour from Venice and on the UNESCO World Heritage List, are home to Italy’s most famous vineyards.
During our tour, we visit a local wine production facility (cantina) in the region. Here, we learn about the stages of Prosecco production, tour the vineyards, and have the opportunity to taste different varieties of Prosecco produced with traditional methods. During the tasting, region-specific cheese and snacks are usually also served.
After a short walk among the vineyards and a photo break, we provide free time. At the end of our tour, we return again to our accommodation point.
Day 4: Venice – Istanbul
After breakfast, check out of the rooms and free time until transfer time. Guests who wish may join the Gondola tour. At the time determined by our guide, airport transfer, departure on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1872 at 14:40 to Istanbul, arrival in Istanbul at 19:20 and the end of our tour.
Optional Tour: Gondola Tour – Per Person 30 Euro
One of the most romantic and iconic experiences that comes to mind when Venice is mentioned, the gondola tour offers an unforgettable journey through the city’s narrow canals. We are taking an enjoyable canal tour of about 20–25 minutes with gondolas, used by gondoliers in traditional clothing and having become a symbol of Venice for centuries.
During our tour, we have the opportunity to discover different parts of Venice from the water by passing through the city’s narrow and historic canals. Historic palaces, small bridges, and Venetian architectural structures are among the views we will see during our gondola ride. During this unique experience, you will feel Venice’s romantic atmosphere closely and have the opportunity to take unforgettable photos. After our tour, we return to the meeting point again.
(Footnote: Gondola tours are shared with up to 5 people. The stated price of 30 Euro per person applies if the gondola is shared with other guests. For guests who wish to rent a gondola privately, the fee per gondola is approximately 150–160 Euro.)
Optional Tours Included in the Package
• Murano & Burano Islands Tour – 75 €
• Verona & Lake Garda Tour – 65 €
• Venice McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Shopping Tour – 25 €
• Prosecco Vineyards & Wine Tasting Tour – 75 €
• Gondola Tour – 30 €
Total Optional Tour Price: 270 €
15% Discounted Package Price: 230 €
Services Not Included:
• Travel Health Insurance
• Visa Service Fee
• All Personal Expenses
• Extras at Hotels
• All Optional Tours
• Hotel taxes (City tax, check point fees, Vaporetto Fee (15 Eur), Venice Entrance fee (10 Eur), local service fees, handling fees, bus entry fees, and operational service costs included in the mandatory payment of 75 Euros per person, which will be collected in cash by the guide before the tour departure)