Top Venice Rail Tours

Discover the heart of Renaissance history with this independent day trip from Venice to Florence by high-speed train. All transportation essentials will be arranged for you, including a round-trip train ticket and a guided walking tour of Florence attractions such as the Ufizzi Gallery and the iconic red-capped Duomo.

Go beyond Venice and spend a night in Florence with this exciting, independent package. After leaving Venice by fast train, check into a 3- or 4-star Florence hotel and explore the beautiful Tuscan city at your own pace. Make use of an included hop-on hop-off tour — valid for 48 hours — to see the Ponte Vecchio, Accademia Gallery, Florence Duomo and more. The following day, enjoy a hotel breakfast, and then return to Venice by train. Any activities are payable at your own expense.

Industry Leading Small Group Tour. Discover our True Small Group (16 guests or less) approach to travel that spurred an entire industry to change its approach to touring! We send an American STORY Tour Captain on every small group tour and they are your host from beginning to end. Enjoy included admissions with no annoying up-sell while on vacation – this is unique in the tour industry - with Entrance Fees, Taxes, Tourist Tax and all gratuities included except for your Story Tour Captain. We have Leisure-Time built in, Magic Portage (don't mess with your suitcase), Cocktails & Premium Wine included, no big buses (no small vans), and enjoy Story's complimentary Laundry Service mid-tour to help you pack lighter. Recognized by Arthur Frommer as "the perfect way to see Italy".

Experience SAVVY Adventures all-inclusive Premium Itinerary package (listed here) and see Italy from Venice to Florence to Rome. With SAVVY Adventures, all of the arrangements are made for you to enjoy independent travel with a group tour price, private tours with our English-Speaking Expert Guides (one-on-one attention, no big groups), a perfect mix of sight-seeing and leisure time, wonderful welcome dinners (1 in each city), a gondola ride in Venice, private arrival and departure transfers as well as all on tour transportation. This really is THE way to see Italy!

The romantic city of Venice, Italy - one of the gem in the North East corner of Italy. This is an ancient and very important city that was originally built on 100 small islands in the Adriatic Sea. With us, you will discover the wonders of Venice as you walk through the labyrinth of canals, bridges and alleys in this unique and magical city. This tour also includes a ride through the Venetian lagoon to explore: the island of Murano famous for its colored glass creations, where you will experience the unique experience of watching a true artisan blowing glass and the lovely island of Burano famous for its exquisite handmade lace and the brightly colored fisherman houses.

Our Full-day Private Trip to Venice includes to and fro train fare from Milan to Venice and back. On arrival in Venice, your guide will meet you at the station. You will then visit important monuments, museums, churches that guard famous relics, the great schools of Venice and places where illustrious figures of Venetian art had their place of work in Venice. We will indicate the places where the Venetians meet and have fun in their free time, the best osterias and Baccari, as well as the best place to taste a "Spritz" and other delights of Venetian cuisine. We will walk through the foundations and the most important churches in Venice, basking in their beauty and history and end the visit with a Memorable Gondola Ride (optional). Our tour will finish at the Santa Lucia station. After which you will board your train back to Milan with the ticket that was provided.

Your tour at the discovery of one of the most enchanting cities in Veneto starts at 8.40 from the railway station of Venice. Here you will take a speed train that will bring you to Padua in only 25 minutes. Your private guide will wait for you at Piazza Garibaldi, which can be easily reached with a pleasant 10 minute-walk or, in alternative, with public transportation. Thanks to an expert guide you will discover the treasures of the historic centre. After the sightseeing tour, treat yourselves to a refreshing lunch and have some free time. In the afternoon, we suggest you to visit the Botanical Garden, nominated World Heritage site by UNESCO. Your visit will end at 18.53 at the railway station where you will catch a train back to Venice.

Travel from Venice via train to Verona where this all-day guided tour begins. Explore the “Eternal City” on foot, taking in famous sights from Shakespeare’s "Romeo & Juliet," such as Romeo's House and the Piazza dei Signori. Plus you’ll have free time to wander around on your own. Train tickets to/from Venice are included.

Take a speedy train out of Venice, bound straight for the heart of historic Verona. After 1 hour aboard the comfortable train, you’ll meet your private guide at Verona’s main station, ready to escort you through the city for a 5-hour tour. Amble through the winding cobblestone alleyways, surrounded on all sides by ornate, centuries-old buildings, listening all the while to your guide’s expert commentary on the city’s fascinating histories. Learn about Juliet’s Balcony, which sits upon a 14th-century gothic building said to have inspired Shakespeare’s famous monologue in Romeo and Juliet. Parade through the sprawling Piazza delle Erbe, Verona’s bustling main square. Learn about 2 millennia of Roman and Italian history as you gaze upon the Roman Bridge, dating back to 100 BCE, before stopping by the Basilica of San Zeno, which broke ground in the 10th century. After experiencing Verona, you’ll hop back on the train to Venice with included return tickets.

This 3 days tour gives you the privilege to visit 3 of the most beautiful City of Italy. The 6 hour Venice tour will gives you the opportunity to visit the main attractions of Venice, including a trip on the typical Gondola . You will visit the magnificent St. Mark Basilica and the Doges Palace, without the hustle of waiting in line to buy the tickets. Your guide will have them reserved for you!While staying in Venice you cannot miss a trip to the nearby city of Treviso.The so called “Little Venice” is easily reachable by train from Venice’s main train station, start your journey and meet your guide at Treviso Train Station. Thanks to this private tour, you will get to enjoy Treviso with the expertise of a local guide that will show you in 3 hours all the main attractions.If you are staying in Venice you cannot miss a trip to the city of love, Verona.In just 2 hours you will get to see the most important sites of the city, including where Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet was set.

If you are visiting Rome and wondering about the day trip to Venice, stop wondering. It is a great day - and, yes, a long worthwhile day - but you will not regret taking the time to visit this Italian unique city. Explore the city's network of canals, including the Grand Canal, St Marks cathedral, and St Marks basilica. Feel Venice in one day on this lasting memory private tour from Rome that includes visiting St. Mark's cathedral without standing in line. Visit Murano glass factory and listening to a glass blowing presentation. When you arrive in the canal city, discover its many charms take a gondola ride, walk across bridges, admire the Grand Canal and see Doge’s place. * Taste the delight of Venetian cuisine with the best osterias and Baccari. * Explore the amazing monuments, museums, and churches that guard famous relics. Why this tour? If you are strapped for time and want to see Venice in a day, this tour is a way to go!

The romantic city of Venice, Italy - one of the gem in the North East corner of Italy. This is an ancient and very important city that was originally built on 100 small islands in the Adriatic Sea. With us, you will discover the wonders of Venice as you walk through the labyrinth of canals, bridges and alleys in this unique and magical city. You can also include a ride through the Venetian lagoon to explore: the island of Murano famous for its colored glass creations, where you will experience the unique experience of watching a true artisan blowing glass and the lovely island of Burano famous for its exquisite handmade lace and the brightly colored fisherman houses.

Spend nine nights in Italy on a train tour from Venice to Rome, and take in Florence along the way. Enjoy overnight accommodation in 2-3-star hotels in the cities of Venice, Levanto (close to the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre), Florence, Perugia and Rome. As well as ample free time, the package also includes guided trips such as a Ligurian pesto class and an excursion to the island of San Giorgio from Venice. It’s the ideal experience for anyone looking to discover some of Italy's highlights.

Explore Rome, including a hop-on hop-off bus tour and tickets to the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican, during this 16-hour day trip from Venice. Board a high speed train bound for Rome, then transfer to a sightseeing bus upon arrival at Rome's Termini station. Take advantage of the flexibility to spend as much time as you like at any of Rome's attractions. See the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with an expert guide who will provide informative commentary about the famous works of art. All entrance fees, bus and train tickets are included.

Get a personalized tour of Italy visit the unique cities of Venice, Rome and Florence; plus make a stop in Pisa, Siena, Chianti and San Gimignano. Visit World Wonders, famous Middle Age Towns and top rated wine areas.

In our NO FRILL rail packages non-essential features have been removed to keep the price low. We have selected the best 3* centrally located hotel and most valuable sightseeing tours in each city. You will have an unforgettable time. Our package includes a predetermined number of nights in each city, that can be increased as needed. Activities are scheduled in a way that you have all the necessary free time to explore by your own. Also, there will always be someone to reach, should you need it: YourItalianFriend® is our exclusive assistance service to participating customers. It is a “One-on-one” real-time support experience for our clients, making their holiday hassle-free. YourItalianFriend® concierge service is available 7/7 to assist, to offer information and to personalize your holiday with additional activities or experiences. Customizable, curated and hassle-free holiday; this is us; we are YourItalianFriend®.

After a 3.5-hours high-speed train journey you will reach Rome, With UNESCO–listed treasures dating back to the Roman Empire spread throughout the city, the Capital attracts visitors from across the world—but delving into its rich history and heritage can appear daunting. Your local guide will be awaiting you just outside the rail track at Termini Station and you will start your walking tour. You will explore the streets and fountains of Rome, combining art and architecture, legends and ice cream! Departure train (suggest): Venice - Rome 06.25 am Arrival at 10.00 am Rome - Venice 04.00 pm Arrival at 07.20 pm

Our Full-day Private Trip to Venice will start from the Santa Lucia Station. You will be provided return train tickets to Venice from Florence. On arrival into Venice, your guide will meet you at the station, We will visit important monuments, museums, churches that guard famous relics, the great schools of Venice and places where illustrious figures of Venetian art had their place of work in Venice. We will indicate the places where the Venetians meet and have fun in their free time, the best osterias and baccari, as well as the best place to taste a "Spritz" and other delights of Venetian cuisine. We will walk through the foundations and the most important churches in Venice will impact us with their beauty and their history and end the visit with a Memorable Gondola Ride(optional). Our tour will finish at the Santa Lucia station. After which you will board your train back to Florence with the ticket that was provided.

Make the most of your time in Italy with this 7-night tour of Venice, the Umbria region and Rome. With 2-3-star hotel accommodation as standard, the budget-friendly excursion includes two nights in the romantic city of Venice, followed by four nights in the Umbrian mountain towns of Assisi and Gubbio and, finally, a night in Rome. Tours and activities are included through the experience, from a cable car ride to Gubbio to a tour of Basilica di San Francesco, led by a Franciscan monk.

Our Full-day Private Trip to Venice will start from the Santa Lucia Station. You will be provided return train tickets to Venice from Rome. On arrival into Venice, your guide will meet you at the station, We will visit important monuments, museums, churches that guard famous relics, the great schools of Venice and places where illustrious figures of Venetian art had their place of work in Venice. We will indicate the places where the Venetians meet and have fun in their free time, the best osterias and baccari, as well as the best place to taste a "Spritz" and other delights of Venetian cuisine. We will walk through the foundations and the most important churches in Venice will impact us with their beauty and their history and end the visit with a Memorable Gondola Ride(optional). Our tour will finish at the Santa Lucia station. After which you will board your train back to Rome with the ticket that was provided.

Enjoy this private full day tour of Venice from Milan with a local tour guide. You will take the fast train from Milan to Venice early in the morning (exact time to confirm). Once in Venice you will meet your private official tour guide in Santa Lucia train Station to start your 3 hours guided tour. Venice is one of the most visited cities of whole Europe. The city how it is nowadays is similar to how it was at the moment when it was founded. In this private walking tour you will get to know some of the most representative places of this wonderful city. Amongst other monuments and sights you can get to know: • Dogge's Palace • Saint Mark's Square • Rialto Bridge • Saint Mark´s Basilique (entrance included in the price of this tour) • Much more! Your official tour guide can recommend a very nice place to have lunch. Then, you will have some time free to wander around the city. In the afternoon, you will take yous fast train back to Milan (time to confirm).

Tick off some of the continent’s most famous cities with our 2 week Western Europe Group Tour. Travel by train along this popular route: Vienna, Venice, Rome, Florence, Nice, Barcelona, Paris and back to London. You’ll be travelling with other like minded travelers in a small group of up to 20 people as well as your dedicated tour leader. You’ll have two to three nights in each location, with plenty of time to explore historic sights, beaches, nightlife and more. We include unmissable activities in the price – whether it’s a gondola ride, entry to must-see cultural attractions, or a sunset view from a vantage point in the city, we’ve got something for everyone

Enjoy this private full day tour of Verona from Venice with a local tour guide. You will take the fast train from Venice to Verona early in the morning (exact time to confirm). Once in Verona you will meet your private official tour guide in Puorta Nuova Station to start your 2.5 hours guided tour. Verona is one of the most beautiful cities of northern Italy. Besides being where the tragic love story of Romeo & Juliet happened, the city has a lot to offer. You will visit the roman arena, which is located in Piazza Bra and visit one of the oldest squares of the city, Piazza Delle Erbe. In between many other things, you will get to know, together with a private official tour guide, the best of Verona. Your official tour guide can recommend a very nice place to have lunch. Then, you will have some time free to wander around the city. In the afternoon, you will take yous fast train back to Venice (time to confirm).

Explore the natural beauty of Verona and Garda Lake during this 3-day private tour from Venice or Milan. Journey to Verona by train, then take an excursion to Sirmione to see the Grotte di Sirmione, an archaeological site dating from ancient Roman times. Take a historical walking tour of Verona, complete with a local food and wine tasting. Take advantage of the personal attention and flexibility that a private tour affords to customize your itinerary. Train tickets, all activities and overnight accommodations in a 3-star hotel in Verona with breakfast are included.