Venice is like nowhere else, a city floating on water, where every canal and cobblestone feels like it’s whispering love stories from centuries past. This 5-day tour’s built for you and your partner to soak up that magic, staying in a boutique palazzo that’s all old-world glamour—think frescoed ceilings, a four-poster bed that creaks just a little, and windows opening to a quiet canal where gondolas slip by. It’s in the heart of San Marco, close enough to the buzz but tucked away so you feel like you’ve got Venice to yourselves. Your first big moment is a private gondola ride, just you two, gliding through narrow canals under stone bridges, the water catching the light like it’s showing off. Your gondolier might even hum a soft Italian tune, but no pressure if you just wanna whisper sweet nothings instead.

You’ll eat like Venetian royalty, hitting up hidden osterias for cicchetti—those tiny, perfect bites of local goodness. Picture sharing plates of creamy baccalà mantecato on crusty bread, crispy polpette, and maybe some marinated sardines if you’re feeling adventurous, all washed down with a crisp spritz in a cozy spot locals love. One night, you’re whisked to a secret palazzo, one of those grand old homes Venice hides behind unassuming doors. It’s a private tour, so you’ll wander through rooms dripping with chandeliers and faded tapestries, hearing stories of the wild parties and love affairs that happened there centuries ago. It’s like stepping into a novel, and you’ll feel like the main characters.

Then there’s the mask-making workshop, which is honestly so much fun. You and your partner get to sit with an artisan in their cluttered, colorful studio, learning to craft authentic Venetian masks. You might mess up the paint or get glitter everywhere (who doesn’t?), but that’s half the charm—by the end, you’ve got masks to take home, maybe one sleek and mysterious, the other all feathers and drama. The grand finale is a sunset prosecco tasting on a rooftop terrace overlooking the Grand Canal. You’re sipping bubbly, the sky’s turning pink and gold, and the water below reflects the whole dreamy scene. It’s the kind of moment you’ll replay in your head forever, probably sneaking a kiss or two while the city hums below.

Oh, and a little bonus: one morning, you’ll join a local guide for a “secret Venice” walking tour, hitting spots tourists miss—like a tiny bookshop stacked floor-to-ceiling with old novels or a quiet square where you can hear your own footsteps. You’ll also get a private cooking demo with a Venetian chef, learning to whip up a simple dish like sarde in saor, which you’ll eat together with a glass of Soave. The tour’s got flexibility too—if you wanna swap an activity for a lazy afternoon in a canal-side café, just say the word.