Insider's Venice
The Lido is considered the Golden Island, a luxurious 12 kilometer strip packed with charming historical homes and of course gorgeous beaches on both the Adriatic Sea and the lagoon. The Lido’s beauty serves as inspiration for many poets, including Lord Byron, due to the amazing sunset over the lagoon as well as the lush greenery. The Lido di Venezia has long been considered a luxurious escape from the hubbub of the mainland; with just a short 10-minute trip across the lagoon, visit this beach resort island that is the perfect relaxing getaway. In addition to enjoying the beaches, the Lido is also known for its tennis courts as well as its beautiful golf club, an International Film Festival, and stunning Liberty architecture.
Trip Details
Led by Chef Marika, you will participate in the preparation of 1 typical Venetian menu. The class will finish with tasting the dishes with wine pairings suggested by the Villa Ines sommelier. The meal will be taken in the villa or, weather permitting, in a romantic gazebo covered in wisteria.
Itinerary
Day One
Order of activities may vary depending on time of arrival, and season.
- Arrive on your own at Villa Ines and check in.
- Afternoon and evening on your own.
- Dinner on your own; restaurant suggestions provided.
- Overnight.
Day Two
- Breakfast.
- This morning enjoy a cooking class at the Villa focused on preparing a typical Venetian meal. Lunch with wine to follow.
- Afternoon at leisure and dinner on your own.
- Overnight.
Day Three
- Breakfast.
- Transfer to Murano to visit the Seguso’s family glass factory. Marika’s husband and his brothers are the last generation of the Seguso family and have a long and prestigious history in the Murano glass business with more than 600 years of tradition.
- Lunch in Murano (beverages not included), then time to explore the island on your own. (Transfer back to the Lido on your own.)
- Afternoon and dinner on your own; restaurant suggestions provided.
- Overnight.
Day Four
- Breakfast and departure.
Trip Details
Included in the 3-Night Trip
Accommodations
- 3 nights accommodation at Villa Ines
Food & Beverages
- Daily breakfast
- 2 lunches
Classes & Instructors
Led by Chef Marika, you will participate in the preparation of 1 typical Venetian menu. The class will finish with tasting the dishes with wine pairings suggested by the Villa Ines sommelier. The meal will be taken in the villa or, weather permitting, in a romantic gazebo covered in wisteria.
Excursions
- Visit of the Seguso glass factory
Transfer Details
- Transfers are not included.
Accommodation Information
Your accommodations are at a small villa hotel on the Lido, an enchanting hotel with a rich historical garden full of Mediterranean herbs and old roses. Rooms include elegant furnishings that pay tribute to the history of the island’s past while not forgoing modern amenities. Every room also has air-conditioning, WI-FI, a plasma television, and a Jacuzzi bath in the private bathroom.
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Pricing & Tour Dates
High Season Pricing:
April through October
3-night Program
US$700 per person based on double occupancy
- Add US$60 per person to upgrade to Junior Suite
Please inquire for single occupancy rate.
30% deposit due to confirm booking.
Balance payment due 60 days prior to tour start date. Questions? Please contact us!
Low Season Pricing:
November through March
3-night Program
US$595 per person based on double occupancy
- Add US$60 per person to upgrade to Junior Suite
Please inquire for single occupancy rate.
30% deposit due to confirm booking.
Balance payment due 60 days prior to tour start date. Questions? Please contact us!
Tour Dates
Available any dates for a minimum of 2. Generally starts on a Sunday, but other start dates also possible.
Please inquire for 2022 and 2023 dates.
The villa is closed mid-November until March, but during those months we can arrange hotel accommodations in Venice and still do cooking classes on the Lido.
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