• Calle Santo Stefano, 10 - Get ready to discover the Murano island, witnessing artistry in action in its glass factories, experiencing the lampwork tradition by creating your own Venetian bead and visiting the Byzantine-style 12th century mosaics of its church.
  Visit Murano, one of the most visited islands in the Venice lagoon, thanks to the reputation of its glass making industry. This tour will allow you to discover unique glass making factories, away from the most touristic spots; among them, the oldest glass factory in the world active since 1295, where you will see how tradition is combined with contemporary design and creativity.
  Far from being stuck in the past, glass making still runs in the veins of the inhabitants of the island. You will be able to experience first-hand one of the oldest techniques - the lampwork - thanks to a workshop run by a local artist, who will guide you through the secrets of this work helping you make your own Venetian beed, keeping alive a 17th century artistic practice.
  Finally, have a pleasant stroll around Murano, discovering some hidden gems like its churches and walking through off-the-beaten tracks.

• Led by an expert Tour Leader & Nature and Interpretive Guide
• Exclusive visit to a glass artisan (lampwork or blowing demonstration)
• Tour of the world’s oldest glass factory showroom

• Hands-on lampwork workshop - optional 30 euro to be paid on site
• Gratuities are at your discretion

Embark on an exploratory journey of Murano Island, experiencing firsthand its iconic glassmaking expertise, participating in a lampwork session to craft your own Venetian bead, and appreciating the 12th-century Byzantine mosaics adorning its churches. Partake in a customized glass lampwork workshop, where you’ll handcraft your own Venetian bead, sustaining a centuries-old art form that dates back to the 17th century. We’ll be stepping inside the world’s oldest active glass factory, operating since 1295, to see the blend of tradition with modern design and innovation. Our stroll around Murano will reveal its less-known treasures like its churches and introduce us to off-the-beaten-track lanes.

• On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.