Top Venice Rail Tours

Being an heir to the world's greatest Empires, Italy is well blessed with historical and cultural riches. In fact, our small group tour to Italy guarantees dozens of life-lasting memories. You will explore the best of Venice, Florence and Rome in an intimate group size of 8 travelers. Enjoy amazing local guides and fantastic experiences. Stay in a top-notch boutique hotels located right in the heart of the cities.

If you want to take advantage of your stay in Venice to get to know Italy a little better, don't miss the opportunity to visit Verona. Halfway between Venice and Milan, this romantic city is ideal for walking aimlessly through its cobbled streets and enjoying the daily life of its inhabitants. You will take a train tour from Venice through the Veneto region and upon arrival in Verona you will learn first-hand the culture and history of this city with a professional guide who will accompany you throughout the tour and show you the highlights of this town. If you want to make your day more complete, choose the option that includes the guided visit to Bologna. Learn from your guide historical and cultural details and walk through its medieval historical center, the biggest in Europe.

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.

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.

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®.

Explore the intricacies of two famed Italian handicrafts on a fully guided day trip from Venice to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano with a small group of up to 20 people. Watch centuries-old glassblowing techniques in Murano, and marvel at the detailed stitches of exquisite Burano lace. Your knowledgeable guide will share the history of these two artisan islands while you visit local workshops and wander the picturesque streets.

Take a course on mask making from a master artisan in Venice, and learn about the history of this ancient tradition. You can choose from a production class or a decoration class, or you can even take both. In the production class, learn how to make your own papier-mâché mask, and in the decoration class, you can paint or use materials to decorate your mask. No matter which option you choose, you get to bring home your creation—just in time for Carnival.

Get hands-on experience with one-to-one guidance during a private glassmaking lesson. Discover the secrets of Murano glassmaking techniques from one of the most renowned craftsmen of Venice. The 90-minute workshop includes all materials—including your own marvelous glass artwork to take home—plus a 10 percent discount on glassworks from the artist.

Travel by private vehicle from Venice into the scenic Prosecco Hills for a special day of wine tasting. You’ll learn all about Prosecco wine making and sample high-quality sparkling wine at two establishments. In between, visit your guide’s family-run osteria for a typical 4-course lunch with recipes passed down from “Nonna” and delicious homemade desserts.This full-day tour holds a limit of eight passengers to ensure an intimate experience.

Enjoy a stress-free arrival to Venice with this one-way, shared water taxi transfer service. You’ll be picked up at the Santa Lucia Station if arriving by train or the Piazzale Roma bus terminal, and then taken by a shared water taxi to your hotel in Venice or Venice Lido. It’s a convenient, customizable option to start your stay in Venice on the right track!

Venice is famous for its UNESCO-listed lagoon, but the city’s islands are also renowned for their handicrafts. This half-day cruise by private boat stops at Murano Island, to watch a thrilling glass-blowing demonstration, and Burano Island, to visit a lace-making factory.

Head outside Venice and into the countryside of the Veneto region on this tour that introduces you to prosecco—Italian sparkling wine. Learn about the production process of prosecco at a local winery and enjoy guided tastings. You also indulge in a light lunch made of local products before heading back to Venice.

Many visitors to Venice never explore beyond the Grand Canal, but the outlying islands of Burano, Murano, and Torcello are home to traditional crafts, fascinating history, and striking scenery. With this tour, visit all three by setting sail from the train station or Riva degli Schiavoni near St. Mark’s Square. See a glass-blowing demonstration on Murano, learn about traditional lace on Burano, and see where the first lagoon settlements were located on Torcello.

Get a taste for the hill towns near Venice with this small-group tour of Veneto. Wander the charming medieval streets and gardens of Asolo and Bassano del Grappa, and visit the well-preserved Villa Barbaro, designed by the famous Renaissance architect Palladio. Savor Veneto cuisine at a local restaurant (lunch not included in the tour price), and toast your trip with a bubbly glass of prosecco at a vineyard tasting. Numbers are limited to 8 people to ensure an intimate, personalized experience.

Get out of Venice for the day to visit the UNESCO-listed Dolomite Mountains. Led by a driver/tour escort, visit the chic mountain town of Cortina d'Ampezzo and enjoy free time to explore. Then see the stunning Lake Misurina as well as the Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks, learning some history as you go. This small-group tour is reserved for up eight people to keep the experience as intimate as possible. Please note: From November 15th until the Tre Cime di Lavaredo re-opens this tour will visit Braies Lake and San Candido and substitute with Tre Cime di Lavaredo and Misurina. From November 23rd to January 6th you'll also visit the San Candido Christmas Market.

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.

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.

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.

Visit Florence with a comfortable one-day trip from Venice.  Depart in the morning from Venezia Santa Lucia train station and in just 2 hours you will reach the heart of Florence, the city of Renaissance! One day in Florence to explore one of the most important paintings and sculpture collections in the world. With your skip-the-line ticket and interactive APP, enjoy the treasures of the Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's most renowned work, the “David”, and other important works of art such as ''I Prigioni'' and ''San Matteo'' and the “Palestrina Pietà. Then strolling by yourself in Florence city centre you will be also able to appreciate, Squares, Palaces and Monuments famous all over the world together with fashion stores, artisan shops, local products and historic cafés.

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.

Get ready for a full-day private trip that whisks you off to Venice from the Santa Lucia Station, complete with return tickets back to Milan. Once you arrive in Venice, your guide will greet you at the station, then off you’ll go to see the sights from monuments and museums to churches and famous relics. See where Venetians go and what they do in their free time, taste the best osterias and Baccari, and try other delights of the indulgent cuisine. An optional gondola ride is a perfect way to complete this spectacular high-speed train tour to Venice from Milan.

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

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).

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).