OLTRE: VENICE

The Floating Masterpiece. Arrive by Water, in Style & Silence.

La Serenissima, Without the Stress

Visiting Venice is a dream, but the logistics can often be a nightmare of crowded trains and parking garages. OLTRE (Italian for "Beyond") is our signature journey designed to bridge the Adriatic with elegance.

We have curated the seamless "James Bond" arrival: a private luxury chauffeur from your Istrian villa to the Venetian lagoon, followed instantly by a private water taxi that glides down the Grand Canal, delivering you directly to the heart of St. Mark’s Square. No walking with luggage, no waiting in lines—just pure, unfiltered Venetian magic.

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THE EXPERIENCE

JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS

  • The Grand Entrance: Bypass the tourist terminals. Step from your Mercedes-Benz directly onto a private mahogany boat.

  • The Grand Canal Cruise: Approach St. Mark’s Basilica the way it was meant to be seen—from the water, passing under the Rialto Bridge.

  • A Taste of History: Lunch at the legendary Harry’s Bar (home of the Bellini) or a hidden bacaro known only to locals.

  • Curated Culture: Whether it’s the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the Biennale, or a private glass-blowing demonstration on Murano, we tailor the day to your interests.

  • Stress-Free Return: After a day of walking the bridges, your chauffeur awaits at the dock to drive you home in comfort.

Private mahogany water taxi waiting for guests at Venice terminal for a VIP transfer.

The Art of Arrival

The journey begins with a relaxing drive through Slovenia and Northern Italy. But the real magic happens at the terminal. While others struggle with public vaporettos, you step onto a sleek, private water taxi. As the engine roars and the boat cuts through the lagoon, the skyline of Venice rises from the sea. It is a moment of pure cinema.

Enjoying a signature Bellini cocktail at Harry's Bar in Venice.

Hidden Venice & Gourmet Secrets

Once on land, the day is yours. We can arrange a private guide to show you the "Secret Itineraries" of the Doge’s Palace, or you can simply get lost in the labyrinth of calli. For lunch, avoid the tourist traps. We recommend Harry’s Bar for history, Corte Sconta for seafood, or Quadri for Michelin-starred dining on the square.

Quiet Venetian canal with a gondola passing under a bridge away from the crowds.

Sunset on the Lagoon

As the afternoon sun turns the palaces into gold, enjoy a final aperitivo—a Spritz or a glass of Prosecco—before boarding your private boat back to the mainland. The return drive to Istria is the perfect time to rest, review your photos, and let the impressions settle.

SUGGESTED ITINERARY

  • 09:00 – Private chauffeur pickup at your hotel in Istria.

  • 11:30 – Arrival at Venice Tronchetto Terminal.

  • 11:45 – Private Water Taxi transfer via Grand Canal to San Marco.

  • 12:30 – Lunch at a recommended restaurant (Reservations advised).

  • 14:30 – Free time for sightseeing, shopping, or a Gondola ride.

  • 17:00 – Sunset aperitivo at a canal-side bar.

  • 18:00 – Private Water Taxi return to the terminal.

  • 20:30 – Comfortable arrival back at your Istrian accommodation.

INCLUSIONS & BOOKING

  • What is included:

Luxury Mercedes-Benz transfer (Istria – Venice – Istria).

Professional English-speaking Chauffeur on disposal.

Private Water Taxi (Return transfer: Terminal <-> St. Mark’s).

All highway tolls, vignettes (Slovenia/Italy), and parking fees.

Bottled water, Wi-Fi, and amenities on board.

Optional: Private Guide booking or Restaurant reservations
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