TESORI E NATURA

San Francesco del Deserto, Torcello e Sant’erasmo  – tour di 4 ore

itinerary

A 4-hour adventure to discover the lesser-known islands of the Venice Lagoon, aboard our private boat.

The tour begins with a visit to San Francesco del Deserto, an island with a 13th-century Franciscan monastery, surrounded by nature.
The island is open to tourists, offering a unique opportunity to explore its historical and religious culture while enjoying the tranquility the place evokes. The visit, guided by a friar, lasts about 40 minutes and includes the cloister, the church, and part of the garden.
The visits are available every day except Monday, with departures at the following times: 9:00, 9:45, 10:30, 15:00, 15:45, and 16:30.
A voluntary donation is appreciated to support the maintenance of the island.

We continue towards Torcello, an island that was once heavily populated during Roman times, but today has only a few residents.
Upon request, it will be possible to visit the Basilica of Torcello, open daily from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM), and the Torcello Bell Tower, open daily from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM).
Additionally, you can visit the Torcello Museum: from March to October, Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM (last entry at 5:00 PM); from November to February, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM).
The entry fees are as follows: - Basilica: €5 - Bell Tower: €5 - Basilica + Bell Tower + Archaeological Museum with audioguide: - Full price: €9 - Reduced price (groups of at least 10 people): €6 - Free for children under 6 years old.

Finally, we will visit Sant'Erasmo, known as the "garden of the Lagoon," where we can observe fields of vegetables, orchards, and vineyards. The island also preserves natural environments such as salt marshes, brackish canals, and stretches of beach. It will be possible to visit the Massimiliana Tower, a fortress built by the Austrians in the early 1800s and recently restored, as well as the Church of Cristo Re.

Book now to experience a day of exploration and tranquility in the Venice Lagoon.

DON'T MISS THE CHANCE

Starting from €600.00.

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Venice Hospitality - Ve Ho - S.Francesco S.Erasmo S.Andrea
Meeting point

You can choose from 3 meeting points:
Fondamente Nove, San Giobbe or San Marks

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What's included

Welcome drink 
A small welcome drink to greet you in the best possible way.

Private boat 
It will be at your complete disposal for all 4 hours of the tour.

Number of passengers

This tour has a maximum capacity of 10 passengers.

Cancellation Policy

The cancellation policy requires that, for a full refund, the booking must be canceled at least 24 hours prior to the tour's start time.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of the tour will incur a 100% penalty of the tour cost.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation regarding this policy, as it helps us ensure high-quality service and manage our resources effectively.
We are here to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

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