Veneto
Explore Veneto with Artviva: from refined cities and Renaissance masterpieces to vineyard landscapes and timeless traditions. Discover tailor-made luxury travel experiences shaped around art, culture, and authentic Italian excellence.
Romantic Proposal in Venice – Gondola Serenade
Venice is the world’s most romantic city, and this exclusive gondola serenade transforms it into the perfect setting for your proposal. As your gondola glides along shimmering waters at sunset, musicians accompany you with a live serenade - creating a cinematic, heart-stirring atmosphere.
A Venetian Count and His Palace – Private Experience in Venice
Enjoy an exclusive encounter with a Count from one of Venice’s most ancient and noble families. Our charming Count is one of Venice’s most famous residents and has his own TV series as well as having authored numerous books. With a family as old as Venice itself you’ll enjoy personally hearing all about his authentic Venice as a personal guest in his beautiful Venetian palace.
An Enchanting Evening: Venice Gondola Ride and Serenade
Glide through Venice’s enchanting canals on a private gondola ride accompanied by live serenade. As the sun sets across the lagoon, enjoy sweeping views, soft twilight reflections, and the gentle rhythm of the water. This atmospheric journey offers an unforgettable romantic interlude, blending music, tradition, and the timeless beauty of Venice at dusk.
Highlights of the Venice Biennale – The Best of the Best: Full-Day Private Tour
Explore the finest installations, pavilions, and exhibitions of the Venice Biennale on a private full-day tour. Guided by an art expert, you’ll discover the most captivating works, gaining insights into both the artists and the event’s global impact. Perfect for art lovers seeking an exclusive and curated Biennale experience.
Gourmet Transfer Florence to Venice or Venice to Florence with Bologna Food Tour
Transform your transfer between Florence and Venice into a memorable culinary adventure with a guided gourmet stop in Bologna. Enjoy a tasting of local wines followed by an à la carte lunch, with the freedom to choose your preferred dishes and pairings. A seamless, flavor-filled way to travel through Italy’s renowned food capital.
Private Visit of the Last Gold Beater of Venice – Battiloro Artisan Workshop
Enjoy visiting the Venetian workshop of the last hand gold beater in Europe.
He hand beats gold ingots into pure gold leaves, lighter than feathers. His workshop is in the renaissance home of the great master Titian-one of the greatest masters of Italian art. The workshop is in the tiny back lanes in off the beaten track of non touristy Venice.
The Last Silk Weavers in Venice: Artisan Workshop Visit
Step into the ancient and exclusive workshops on the Grand Canal of the last silk weavers of Venice.
Experience the genius of the first ‘computer’ ever invented. Enjoy learning about the ancient silk trade that brought riches to Venice with this famous workshop with the oldest still used looms. See stunningly beautiful and richly coloured opulent silks in a myriad of colors.
See the velvet silk patterns made for all the great Italian fashion houses and watch exquisite silk patterns made for the Kremlin and other great monuments.
Mask Making Workshop in Venice – Private Artisan Experience
Decorate your own authentic Venetian Carnival mask in a private atelier led by a master artisan. Using traditional materials such as gold leaf, fine pigments, and classic trims, you’ll learn the history and craft behind Venice’s iconic masks. Enjoy personalised guidance as you design a unique keepsake to take home, crafted in the heart of the Floating City.
The Real Romeo and Juliet in Verona Tour
Discover the real story of Romeo and Juliet in their enchanting hometown of Verona. Explore atmospheric medieval streets, visit the famed balcony linked to their legendary love, and reflect at Juliet’s evocative tomb. Guided by a local expert, this experience offers a captivating blend of history, romance, and Verona’s timeless charm - perfect for travelers drawn to Italy’s most iconic love tale.
Magnificent ‘City of Masks’ – An Unusual Tour
Go off the beaten path and visit some of the lesser known places in Venice where you can enjoy the hidden gems of secret Venice.
See another, secret side of Venice with our expert, knowledgeable guides.
Enjoy an in-depth look at the magnificent art and architecture that can be found around every corner and discover why Venice is known as the City of Masks.
The Great Grand Canal Tour
Experience Venice’s Grand Canal in unmatched style on a private cruise aboard a luxurious motorboat. Glide past historic palaces, elegant bridges, and iconic film locations while your expert guide reveals tales of intrigue, hidden rivalries, and the scandals that shaped this extraordinary city. A captivating journey offering breathtaking views and an unforgettable introduction to Venice’s splendour from the water’s edge.
An Evening with the Ghosts of Venice – Venice Ghost Walking Tour
Discover the darker side of this medieval city on an evocative evening walk filled with chilling legends and whispered mysteries. As night settles over the ancient streets, hear tales of power, rivalry, and scandal that once shaped its fortunes. Your expert guide reveals the restless souls and haunting stories said to linger, offering a captivating glimpse into the city’s shadowed past.
A Gondola Adventure – Unique Guided Venice Gondola Tour
Experience Venice from its most iconic vantage point on a privately guided gondola tour. Glide through quiet canals and beneath graceful bridges as your expert guide shares the traditions, craftsmanship, and history behind the gondolier’s ancient art. This intimate journey reveals the true essence of the Floating City, offering a serene and timeless perspective found only on the water.
Learn To Be a Gondolier – Learn How To Row a Gondola in Venice
Discover Venice from a gondolier’s perspective in this relaxed, hands-on rowing lesson aboard a traditional training boat. Learn the techniques, balance, and secrets behind the city’s most iconic profession as you try your hand at guiding the vessel through calm canals. An inviting and unforgettable experience that reveals the skill and tradition behind Venice’s timeless art of rowing.
Taste of Venice: ‘Bacari’ Tour with a Traghetto Crossing of the Grand Canal
Discover Venice through its beloved bacari on a private food and wine walk. Explore the historic Rialto Market, savor traditional cicchetti, and enjoy perfectly paired regional wines in two authentic Venetian wine bars. Led by an expert local guide, this immersive experience reveals the flavors, stories, and culinary traditions that define Venice beyond the crowds.
Venetian Masters – Meet the Venice Glass Masters: Artisan Workshop Visit
Meet the 23rd generation of Venice’s premier virtuoso glass-making family. One of the oldest family-run businesses in the world.
Experience a private water transfer to the heart and soul of Venice’s most important luxury export.
See the ancient art glass making whose secrets were closely guarded over hundreds of years.
Gain a special membership discount on any glass purchases and see the real behind the scenes glass artisans at work.
Enjoy an exclusive journey to experience a tradition stretching back to 1397.
Original Venice Walk & Doge’s Palace
Discover the heart of Venice on a privately guided 2-hour tour of St Mark’s Square and the magnificent Doge’s Palace. Explore the city’s most iconic landmarks while uncovering stories of power, intrigue, and artistic brilliance that shaped Venetian life across the centuries. This refined experience offers an elegant introduction to Venice’s history, culture, and enduring architectural splendour.
Venetian Masters – The Gondola Makers of Venice: Artisan Workshop Visit
Step inside a historic squero to meet the gondola makers of Venice. This private artisan visit reveals centuries-old techniques, living traditions, and the quiet beauty of a working boatyard rarely seen by visitors.