Private tour in Venice Fernando V
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Venice is a city of unmatched beauty but it is also one of the most visited places in the world, how can you make sure to get an authentic experience and a personal sense that will help build your own memory and make your stay truly special? With me of course! First of all as a professional certified guide I can lead you into all the historical buildings like churches, museums and art galleries with no limitations, this means you'll always get reliable and qualified information about all you'll see. Secondly as a local resident who lives and works in central Venice I'll share with you my favourite places in town both 'away from the crowds' but also the sites any first comer expect to see, in all cases I'll provide you the meaning and sense of all what is listed in my tours. My goal is always the same, turn you in my local companion, a person who is ready to be a Venetian for the time he'll be in town, then rely on my expertise for first hand hints regarding our wonderful food&drink, shopping, things to do, events and exhibits plus all 'what's about'. Come with me through large areas of this stunning city void of 'sightseers', get ravished by Venice's matchless beauty as you walk at your own pace, find out that Venice is not just a 'must see' place but a beautiful city with many locations, sites and buildings worth to be seen and appreciated. Be ready to be captivated and follow me! About Me. I was born in Spain from a Spanish mother and an Italian father whose family originated in the Veneto region, my grandpa's sister migrated to the US in the early 20th century where her descendants reached now the 5th generation. I lived in London, Madrid and Rome with my parents but I also travelled a lot with them and my sister because of my dad's job for an airline and to visit my mum's side of the family I also spent many summers in the Spanish region of Galicia. I worked in the tourist business for most of my life, I begun travelling extensively both in Italy and abroad as a tour manager for American and Italian travel companies until 2001 when I settled in Venice and passed my exam to become a certified guide. Love brought me, as it has for so many others, to the most romantic city, my Venetian wife and I both live in a 13th century building located in the very heart of town. NOTICE If you intend to visit Venice in any date from April 1st to October 31st - very high season - please contact me before booking as my availability can change rapidly. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ GUIDE QUALIFICATION - All tourist guides must hold a Register Number. Fernando's Italian National Register of Tourist Guides # 05000020 EDUCATION Bachelor Degree in ''Art Conservation of Cultural Heritage'' (Venice University)
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Visiting Venice is already a great travel experience but also touring its lagoon will make it truly special. Art, history, craft making, natural environment, local traditions perfectly blend in this 5 hrs long excursion navigating a large section of the northern lagoon. Let's move around first with our boat through the main city canals before we stop in Murano to visit a local furnace to see glass masters producing their works in an endless colors and shapes at close range. Later on will start our navigation in the open waters of the lagoon to reach Torcello a timeless place made of green fields where less than 20 people still live there, we'll visit there the 1000 years old church and admire the oldest mosaics in the lagoon. After a short ride we'll land in Mazzorbo a small island mostly made of agricultural fields to reach on foot Burano the quintessential picturesque place due to all the home painted in different colors where you may have the chance also to see one of the few places where lace is made.
Fernando was very personable, knowledgable, organized, and accommodating of our occasional desire to customize portions of the itinerary on the fly. He was very adept at navigating crowded tourist spaces in order to get us “up close” to the important details that we would benefit from knowing about.
An outstanding guide! Fernando brought the city of Venice to life with his knowledge, customer-centered approach! He has an amazing range of knowledge of the city and worked hard to make the day special. We did experience a bit of rain and that didn't deter the experience! I can highly recommend him as a guide!
Our trip to Venice was very special because of the tour of the lagoon with Fernando. Fernando is a wonderful and very knowledgeable guide. We spent a great day visiting many of the islands in the lagoon including Murano where we spent time at a glass making factory (a special treat!). We also visited Torcello and climbed to the top of the bell tower with a spectacular view of the entire lagoon. This tour with Fernando is a definite must for anyone traveling to Venice.
Fernando was awesome! His knowledge and passion for Venice and the islands we visited were super informative as well as fun. He was great with our kids and did a great job including them in the conversation so they didn't get bored or worse. Also, we had travel issues that delayed us getting to Venice and Fernando was super accommodating to move the tour which we really appreciated. We would highly recommend him and this tour!
Fernando, was extremely knowledgeable and gave us a real history lesson as well as a truly enjoyable time together.
The guide and tour were very good and flexible. Fernando does a great job there, and I recommend him to everyone!
- Depart on a motorboat from your hotel or a convenient dock nearby. - Navigate Venetian canals including the Grand Canal - Arrive in Murano and see glass masters in action in a local workshop - Proceed to Torcello, time to visit the 1000 years old cathedral and climb the bell tower (no elevator) - Get off in Mazzorbo, stroll through an open green field on your way to Burano - Walk around in Burano with little time for a coffee or a snack - Navigate back to Venice
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The tour will be done using a private motorboat with some walking in each island. The price of boat rental is not included in the tour's price add 705 euros to be paid with credit card on the spot.
Venice, Veneto, Italy
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