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Vienna & Venice: A Tale of Two Cities

Grasiela Almeida

5 Jan 2024

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Embark on a whirlwind adventure through the enchanting cities of Vienna and Venice. Discover the grandeur of imperial palaces, soak in the melodies of world-renowned operas, and wander through the romantic canals of Venice. Join us on this unforgettable journey of culture, history, and breathtaking beauty.

Trip to Vienna

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Palaces and Iconic Landmarks

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$500

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$ 13

Schönbrunn Zoo

500 species of animals, including giant pandas, Siberian tigers & elephants, in 18th-century zoo.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$135

13 - 20 min

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Schönbrunn Palace

18th-century summer palace with tours of lavish rococo ceremonial rooms, plus gardens with a maze.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$155

17 - 21 min

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Vienna Operahouse

World-famous opera house offering major productions, original decor & multilingual guided tours.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$125

8 - 12 min

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St. Stephen's Cathedral

Medieval Roman Catholic place of worship with an ornate spire, catacombs & a treasury museum.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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$85

Day 2Thrills and Elegance in Vienna

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$190

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$ 26

Prater

Large park with old-time amusements, including a landmark giant wheel dating from 1897.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Belvedere Palace

Baroque, 18th-century palaces housing art from Middle Ages to today, with notable Klimt collection.

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$90

8 - 10 min

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The Hofburg

Habsburg palace complex with ornate, baroque interiors, imperial apartments & a silver museum.

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$100

Budget breakdown: $1258 In total

Activities & Food:$1203

Transport:$56

Trip to Venice

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Palaces and Iconic Landmarks

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$169

Gallerie dell'Accademia

Museum of 13th- to 18th-century Venetian artwork, with paintings by Titian, Canaletto & Tiepolo.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$63

2 - 3 min

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Ponte dell'Accademia

Photography is popular at this wood-&-metal bridge over the Grand Canal adorned with padlocks.

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

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$31

4 - 6 min

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Peggy Guggenheim Collection

18th-century waterside palace with a 20th-century art collection & an interior sculpture garden.

10:50 AM - 12:20 PM

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$75

Day 2Thrills and Elegance in Vienna

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$122

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$ 9

St. Mark's Square

Iconic square & gathering place dating back to the 12th century & dominated by St. Mark's Basilica.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Saint Mark's Basilica

Iconic cathedral with a cavernous gilded interior, myriad mosaics & an on-site museum.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$90

15 - 18 min

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Giardini della Biennale

Relaxed gardens hosting art exhibitions & featuring national pavilions built by famous architects.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$31

Day 3Artistic Treasures and Venetian Charm

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$223

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$ 9

Doge's Palace

Ornate Gothic palace buildings hosting exhibitions with duke's rooms, prison & armoury tours.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$160

19 - 23 min

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Basilica S.Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

Imposing Gothic-style church completed in 1330s, housing 2 works by Titian along with his tomb.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$63

Budget breakdown: $1258 In total

Activities & Food:$1203

Transport:$56