Venice and Beyond: A Week of Culture and Cuisine Itinerary

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Antiche Carampane, known for its Venetian cuisine. Then, take a From Venice Murano and Burano Half-Day Island Tour by Boat to explore the glassmaking in Murano and the colorful houses of Burano.

Have lunch at a local trattoria in Burano. Afterward, visit the Murano Glass Factory Experience with Tour and Demonstration to see master glassblowers in action.

Return to Venice and spend the evening at your leisure, perhaps with a sunset drink at a canal-side bar.

Start your day with a visit to the Venice Jewish Ghetto (Ghetto di Venezia) and the Campo Santa Maria Formosa. Explore the lesser-known areas of Venice.

For a unique experience, have lunch at Trattoria Da Romano in Burano, known for its seafood. Afterward, take a From Venice Murano and Burano Panoramic Boat Tour to see the islands from a different perspective.

In the evening, enjoy a Venice Twilight Food Tour with Cicchetti and Spritz Tasting to sample the local cuisine at various bacari (wine bars).

Visit the historic La Fenice Opera House (Teatro La Fenice) for a guided tour. Explore the place where many famous operas premiered.

Have a light lunch at a cafe near La Fenice. Spend the afternoon shopping for souvenirs or relaxing in a local park.

Enjoy a pre-opera aperitivo at a nearby bar. Then, attend a Venice Baroque & Opera Concert Ticket for a night of musical enchantment.

Depart from Venice in the morning and take a scenic drive to Piran, Slovenia. Upon arrival, have a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Adriatic Sea.

Explore the charming streets of Piran and visit the Piran Tartini Square (Tartinijev trg) and the Piran St. George's Parish Church (Cerkev sv. Jurija). Enjoy a seafood lunch at a local restaurant.

Watch the sunset from the Piran City Walls and have a romantic dinner at Ristorante Da Ivo, known for its Mediterranean cuisine.

Travel to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Start your day with a stroll through the Ljubljana Old Town and a visit to the Ljubljana Castle for panoramic views of the city.

Have a traditional Slovenian lunch at Al Covo. Explore the Ljubljana Central Market and take a boat ride on the Ljubljanica River.

Dine at Osteria alle Testiere, a Michelin-starred restaurant known for its seafood. Take a leisurely walk along the riverbank before retiring for the night.

Travel to Lake Bled, a picturesque alpine lake. Visit the Bled Island and the Bled Castle for stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains.

Enjoy a traditional cream cake at a local cafe. Take a Pletna Boat Ride on Lake Bled to the island and spend some time exploring.

Have a farewell dinner at Antiche Carampane, reminiscing about your week of culture and cuisine in Venice and beyond.