From Lake Garda: Venice light day trip
San Marco, Venice, Venice
See Venice on a day-long trip by bus from Lake Garda accompanied by a courier and take a boat ride to the centre. Enjoy the monuments of the Venetian Republic at your own pace.
Venice Full-Day Tour from Lake Garda
This full-day tour from Lake Garda suits travelers wanting a self-paced visit to Venice, including a motorboat ride and free time to explore key landmarks.
Highlights
- See St. Mark's Square from the water
- Explore Venice at your own pace
- Contact us in advance to confirm the pick-up point (open 9:00–18:00 GMT+1)
Description
Travel by air-conditioned bus from Lake Garda to Venice, with a coffee break near Soave. Arrival at the Venice bus terminal is around 11:00 am. Board a private motorboat with your tour leader to sail along Canale della Giudecca into Venice’s center.
Enjoy free time without a guide to walk to St. Mark's Square and see landmarks such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Campanile. Stroll along the main streets to the Rialto Bridge and explore additional historic sites. You can also venture off the main routes for a more local perspective on everyday life in Venice.
At 4:30 pm, meet your courier at the designated point to return by boat to the bus for the trip back.
Note: The entrance fee (CDA) to Venice’s Ancient Town on June 3rd is not included. Purchase tickets independently at cda.veneziaunica.it, or pay €10 in cash to the guide on the bus. Children under 14 and disabled visitors (and their accompanying persons) with a European Disability Card are exempt from this fee.
Includes
- Motorboat transfer to Venice city centre
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus
- Tour leader speaking English and German on bus and boat
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- City guide
- Guided walking tour
- Entrance fees
Important Information
- Appropriate dress code required for entry into some religious buildings
- Seats on the bus cannot be reserved
- Entrance fee (CDA) to Venice Ancient Town on June 3rd must be purchased separately as described
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
For the best experience, confirm your pick-up point before travel and bring comfortable walking shoes. Morning departures are recommended for quieter streets in Venice.
