Departing from the Venice, we take you across the lagoon for visiting the Three Islands of the Venetian Lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello. The first stop is the well known Island of Murano, famous for its glass making since the 10th century. Visit a glass factory and furnace to see the making of Venetian glass. The local guide will explain the history and the process of glass-making throughout the years.
Then, crossing the northern part of the Lagoon, we arrive at the colourful Island of Burano, famous for its brightly coloured houses, the fishing industry and also its lace making. [readmore] In Burano you will have time to walk around this elegant little island and also visiting its shops. Discover one of the specialized shops where it is possible to see one of the Local ladies working on the Burano Lace, they will show you the different stitches involved in making these wonderful works of art.
After visiting the Burano Island we take a short boat ride to the Island of Torcello, known as the “Mother of Venice”. You have a chance to Visit the Basilica, which is one of the oldest in the Lagoon and holds some beautiful mosaics, or maybe visit the museum. If not you can just spend your time walking around this enchanting and very historical island.
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