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Experience Venice Like A Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour

5 (1464)
Venice, IT
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Experience Venice Like A Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour

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Venice, IT
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Experience Venice Like A Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour is the ultimate way to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Venice. Join a small group of fellow travelers and let a local guide take you on a journey through the city's hidden gems. Start with a gondola ferry ride across the famous Grand Canal, truly experiencing the Venetian way of transportation. Along the way, stop at authentic Cicchetti wine bars to savor regional wines and indulge in mouth-watering local cuisine. Learn the secrets of the Italian aperitivo and get a taste of the city's rich history and culinary traditions. From exploring the charming Cannaregio neighborhood to discovering hidden spots near the iconic Rialto bridge, this tour provides an intimate and unforgettable experience of Venice. Book now and become a true Venetian for a day.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-12 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Discover magical Venice with a local
  • Drink like a Venetian at authentic Cicchetti wine bars
  • Cross the famous canal on a traghetto gondola ferry
  • Taste regional wines and mouth-watering local cuisine
  • Explore hidden spots away from tourist crowds
  • Join a local Venetian English-speaking guide
  • Taste 7 Cicchetti dishes and 1 dessert
  • Discover magical Venice with a local by your side
  • Cross the famous canal on a traghetto gondola ferry
  • Drink 5 Glasses of Local Wine and 1 Venetian Spritz
  • Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.

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Introduction

Experience Venice Like A Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the enchanting city of Venice with a knowledgeable local guide by your side. This 150-minute tour is the perfect introduction to the city, combining its rich history with the chance to indulge in delicious regional cuisine and exquisite wines. From the moment you meet your guide at the iconic Church of the Maddalena on the picturesque Maddalena Square, you'll be immersed in the magic and charm of Venice.

What to expect?

During the tour, you can expect to embark on a culinary adventure through Venice's hidden gems. You'll stroll through the vibrant Cannaregio neighborhood, where thirsty locals gather after work, and discover its fascinating 1,000-year history. Cross the famous Grand Canal on a traditional traghetto gondola ferry, getting a unique perspective of the bustling city. Indulge in mouth-watering dishes like black ink calamari, polenta with seafood, and Venetian Spritz at local eateries carefully chosen by your guide. Additionally, you'll visit historic Cicchetti bars, where you'll tantalize your taste buds with centuries-old dishes like cod prepared in two different ways.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for all travelers who want to experience Venice like a true local. Whether you're a food enthusiast, history buff, or simply someone seeking an authentic and immersive experience in the city, this tour is for you. With a maximum group size of 12 guests, the tour ensures an intimate and personalized experience for everyone. No matter your age or interests, this tour welcomes all who want to discover the heart and soul of Venice through its cuisine and history.

Why book this?

Embarking on the Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour allows you to go beyond the ordinary tourist experience and delve deep into the local culture of Venice. With a passionate and knowledgeable guide leading the way, you'll gain insights and local secrets that you won't find in guidebooks. Taste the flavors of the region, sip on exquisite wines, and discover the charms of hidden spots near the Rialto Bridge. This tour offers a delightful balance of history, culinary delights, and local experiences, giving you a truly memorable and authentic taste of Venice.

Good to know

Before booking the Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour, keep in mind that the total duration of the tour is 150 minutes. The meeting point is in front of the Church of the Maddalena on Maddalena Square in Cannaregio. The tour ends near the iconic Rialto Bridge at Campo San Bartolomeo. The tour includes various delicious food and wine tastings, while the price does not cover any additional personal expenses. Come prepared to immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culinary scene of Venice, and don't forget to ask your guide for recommendations on continuing your journey through the city's wonders.

Reviews

Reviews from previous participants rave about the Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour, praising the knowledgeable guides, delicious food and wine tastings, and the unique insight into Venice's hidden treasures. Travelers have expressed their satisfaction with the personalized experience and the opportunity to experience Venice like a local. Many have highlighted that the tour exceeded their expectations and provided a memorable and enriching experience. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent traveler to Venice, this tour ensures you'll discover Venice's secrets, savor its authentic flavors, and create unforgettable memories.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Campo de la Maddalena

This tour is the perfect introduction to Venice, giving you an overview of the city’s unrivalled history and a taster of its world-famous cuisine. We are starting our tour in one of the most historical squares in Venice. It’s chimneys are iconic as are one of the few lefts in the city and the Round Church of La Maddalena is part of the masonic history of Venice.

Cannaregio

We will walk in the Cannaregio neighbourhood, one of the few remaining residential areas of Venice, known for being a popular after work meeting spot for thirsty locals. We will take a gentle stroll around and chat about its 1,000-year history and your local guide will offer suggestions on other things to see and do during your stay.

Canal Grande

We cross the Grand Canal as part of the tour in the traghetto (ferry) gondola boat. It’s an experience to cross the Grand Canal of Venice and see how the life goes by in the “highway” of the city.

Rialto Market

Once in Rialto, we will stop at a small eatery, owned by a group of young locals with a passion for experimenting with traditional recipes, giving them a modern twist. Expect dishes such as black ink calamari, polenta with seafood or seasonal vegetables (served in elaborate dishes).

Alla Fonda

We will introduce you a new bar small, owned by two Venetian brothers with passion for local sourced food and organic wines. Expect that you will try local sandwich called Tramezzino (local sandwich) and Venetian Spritz.

Ponte di Rialto

A few secret and hidden spots near the Rialto are up next, which will demonstrate the importance of moving just one street away from the tourist hordes, to get a little slice of Venice to yourself. The tour will end at the iconic Rialto bridge, which is surrounded by great restaurants and shops. Your guide will be happy to help you with recommendations for continuing the fun or with directions to help you back to your accommodation.

San Polo

Our next foodie stop is a historic local spot that will help you better understand the culture of Cicchetti bars in Venice and how to enjoy this experience. Expect local dishes that are served since 15th century such as cod cooked in two different ways. Let us know which one you like the most!?

Osteria Al Sacro E Profano

Here we are going to stop to a small bar/restaurant owned by three brothers which are also three musicians. Full of musical instruments this lovely bohemian style bar offers amazing wines from Veneto region and flavoury cicchettis with fresh seasonal products! Expect meet and cheese Cicchetti and on the last stop expect Lasagna or Risotto or Pasta in the other. Finish with well-deserved desert – Tiramisu.

Campo San Bartolomeo

The tour will end near the iconic Rialto bridge, where we will introduce you to the bar that is completely without plastic. Expect to taste Risotto or Lasagne or Pasta. finally, also the desert – some Italian lift me up – Tiramisu. Your guide will be happy to help you with recommendations for continuing the fun or with directions to help you back to your accommodation.

Reviews

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5 (1464)

Fiona_H

“Ludo from Lido” was great! Being a Venetian herself she provided some local history and advice on what to look for in Venetian restaurants. The wine and Cicchetti were perfect choices! Small group and a lot of fun!!

Excursion792155

We had an amazing tour with Ludo from Lido, would definitely recommend her. It was lovely to learn to local knowledge for food and drink

Nathalie B

Ursula gave a very personalized service and had very good explanations. Went to eat a a small place she recommended during the tour and it was great. Recommended to all

NancyInVancouver

The guide rushed us through each stop. People were chugging their drinks (Imagine chugging wine down!) at each stop, because she wanted to move on. It was supposed to last 2-3 hours - was done in under 2 hours. I knew it was done when she grabbed my plate of half eaten tiramisu (at the last stop) and said “you’re done, right?” and threw it away. A group of us stood and talked about it after it was over, and we all said it was very lame. My husband and I paid $300 Cdn for the worst walking food tour we’ve ever done. I’d say without hesitation to steer clear of this company.

reginarose

Our tour with Ludo was one of the highlights of our visit to Venice. She taught us a great deal about the various cicchetti and wine options available throughout Venice and offered guidance on how to find the most authentic food during the remainder of our stay. A+

Christopher_C

Our guide was excellent. The restaurants and food choices were mediocre. Not worth the cost. We’ve been on a bunch of food tours and other tours and would recommend the “Venice in a day” tour to learn about Venice, and skip this tour. Just walk around and get cicchetti on your own.

Stephen_A

Fantastic way to experience Venice like a local ! 5 stars all the way :) Cichetti was great, wine fantastic and our guide Georgia was very enthusiastic about the local culture!

Danielle_D

Sylvie was a wonderful guide! Adults and kids had a great tour with plenty of food and drink for all.

Amy_G

Ludo gave us a great tour in some of the quieter corners of Venice. In addition to the drinks and snacks we learned how it is to live here day to day from a native Venetian. She gave us lots of good tips for the rest of our visit here too!

Michele_L

Alicia gave a wonderful walking tour sharing history of Venice and its food. All the cochettis and wine were delicious and good sizes. Really enjoyed the evening
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-01 22:05