The
Palazzo Ducale (the Doges Palace), represented for centuries, the seat
of the Ventian political power. In the Duke's splendid rooms, plastered
and immersed in hundreds of masterpieces of painting, the Duke and his
Council controlled the fate of a thousand year Republican history.
During this tour you will relive this time
with your guide who will show you the Halls of Power and plunge you into
a very particular historical time: The European Middle Ages and the
immediate following centuries.
You will be amazed by the rich details of the
Gold staircase and by the realism of the scenes depicted by the many
artists who have decorated the building.
As you cross the famous Bridge of Sighs
before entering the Venetian Prisons you will be able to imagine the
anguish of the prisoners who took their last breath of fresh air as they
crossed the famous bridge. The Prisons are famous for hosting Giacomco
Casanova.
then your tour guide willl ensure you that you will be in awe of this masterpiece of Byzantine art, one of its kind in Italy.
You will be able to savour the beautiful gold
mosaics and marble inlays of the floors, whilst you sit comfortably as
your guide explains the represented biblical scenes, the history and the
particularities of this beautiful ancient Basilica.
You will admire the Pala D'Oro, an exquisite
example of the Byzantine art with its thousands of gems and precious
stones. You will also enjoy the view of the Treasury and the splendor
of the religious art collected throughout the centuries.
NOTE: The cost of the tour will be charged 9 working days prior to the tour date
CANCELLATION:
Till 9 workings days before the tour - no penalty
Between 8 and 4 working days before the tour - 10% penalty
From 3 workings days before the tour - 100% penalty
This tour is operated by our bus co-operator agency
