Events and tours
The Consorzio Grado Turismo will promote and support the events organised on the island but is not responsible for their organisation or for any changes to the programme that may occur without prior notice. In order to keep up to date with the latest news or any changes in the programme, we strongly recommend consulting the official websites of the organisers or of the local institutions involved.
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Guided tours and excursions
Sea&Taste- Sunset Tasting in the Lagoon of Grado
1 July 2022
Departure calendar 2022: July: 01 - 08 - 29; August: 05 - 12 - 19 - 26; September 02
On Friday evenings experience a unique and relaxing atmosphere on board the motorship Nuova Cristina sailing through the Grado Lagoon at sunset, among islands and casoni (typical fishermen's huts) and a typical sea-flavoured dinner dedicated to local blue fish prepared by Captain Paolo's galley staff. Authentic flavours paired with the most famous Friulian wines presented on board directly by the wineries belonging to the FVG Wine and Taste Route. Anecdotes and curiosities about the lagoon will be recounted by a local guide, present throughout the tour.
General program:
- 06.15 p.m.meeting of participants with the Trave One staff at the Mandracchio Port of Grado and boarding on the Motonave Nuova Cristina
- 06.30 – 09.30 p.m.navigation and panoramic tour of the Lagoon of Grado with typical fish dinner. Dinner includes: Tartina with sardine fillets with cherry tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella. Sarde in Savor, breaded and fried sardines with tartar sauce. Baked sardines Beccafico. Short pasta with sardines. Grappa with Santonego.
- 09.30 p.m. ca. expected return to the port of Grado
Minimum 20, maximum 40 people.
LANGUAGES: Italian, German, English
PRICE: Adults 45,00 €; children 5-12 years old 20,00 €, children 0-4 years old free of charge
Reduced rates for FVG CARD holders.
Fares include:
- private boat cruise reserved exclusively for our group
- Travel One tour leader for the duration of the excursion
- fish dinner on board
- gadget
Fares do not include:
- extras
- not mentioned entries
- what is not expressly stated in the “Fares include"
Special quotations for groups of min. 15 people
Any allergies, intolerances and special requests must be communicated at the time of booking.
In case of rain: the planning of excursions and tours may be modified, postponed or cancelled in the event of a lack of an adequate level of security or due to adverse weather conditions and/or the passing of urgent national, regional or municipal ordinances prohibiting the performance of part or all of the booked activities. We will refund the fees paid or, on request, retain them for a new Travel One departure/activity. Updates and changes will be promptly communicated to customers via instant messaging, social channels and the Travel One website.
Must be booked by 12 noon on Thursday afternoon.
Please arrive in good physical and mental condition, with appropriate clothing and equipment for the tour. If you have any doubts, check with the organisation before the day of the hike.
The use of masks and provisions for the prevention of Covid-19 refer to current legislation (in Italian).
For the activities organized by the Consorzio Grado Turismo the reservation is compulsory and must be made by 12 noon of the day before the excursion online, by email (experience@grado.it) or by phone + 39 0431 80383, providing NAME, SURNAME, RESIDENCE EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER.
During the activities, photos and videos may be taken; if you do not wish to be filmed, please let us know before starting the activity and fill out the consent form attached below. The personal data provided during the booking process will be treated in compliance with the regulations in force. Privacy Policy of Grado Turismo Consortium HERE.
Guided tours and excursions
Hop on Hop off tour in the Collio
1 July 2022
The new transport service offered by APT GORIZIA in collaboration with PROMOTURISMO FVG, to explore Friuli Venezia Giulia from the sea to the Collio, under the banner of mobility combining bus, bicycle and boats. A range of slow itineraries that leave ample freedom to use the service according to one's own tastes and interests, travelling by bus and by bicycle, combining cultural and eno-gastronomic experiences with immersive pedalling in the evocative landscapes of the Collio.
- COLLIO E COLLI: From 01 June to 31 August 2022, every Wednesday and Friday, from Grado to Cividale passing through the Collio by bus and by bicycle among vineyards, places of art, picturesque villages. A service with the characteristics of the classic HOP ON HOP OFF with bicycle transport. The bus will stop at the points of greatest interest and near the cycle paths. Two loops made three times during the course of the day, touching the towns of Cormòns, Vencò, Cividale del Friuli, Spessa, Mossa loc. Preval, Capriva del Friuli. Departure from Grado in coincidence with the arrival of the maritime lines from Trieste and Lignano. Timetable and route HERE. To use the service, online booking is required on the day before the trip.
- TASTING THE COLLIO: From 02 June to 01 September 2022, every Thursday; an invisible thread of aromas and flavours. A land of great wineries and skilful chefs, where glasses toast between the rows of world-famous vineyards. Discover the beauty of the area and the rich food and wine offerings along the FVG Wine and Taste Route. A route inspired by food and wine, which from Grado leads tourists through Collio, touching on Capriva del Friuli, Cormòns, Corona (Mariano del Friuli) and San Floriano del Collio. Departure from Grado coinciding with the arrival of the maritime lines from Trieste and Lignano. Timetable and route HERE. To use the service, online booking is required on the day before the trip.
Bicycle transport is always included in the ticket price. The proposed services do NOT include tickets for visits to museums, exhibitions, monuments, bicycle hire and tastings.
GRADO 130, ESCURSIONI E VISITE GUIDATE
Free walking tour "Grado Mitteleuropea".
20 May 2022
Position: Ritrovo Piazza Biagio Marin
Every Friday from 20 th May to 16 September come and discover an unusual walking tour through the symbolic places of the modern and recent Grado, a sign of the tourist development that took place at the end of the nineteenth century/early twentieth century. Along the way you will also meet the silhouettes of several significant characters in the history of Grado, protagonists of these 130 years.
From 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in May, June and September; from 9 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. in July and August.
- Meeting point: Piazza Biagio Marin;
- Itinerary: Palazzo Municipale; Fonzari Roman remains and villa; Fortino; Casa della Musica; Lungomare Nazario Sauro; French Fort; Zipser; Villa Bauer; Hotel Alla Salute; Promenade Viale Regina Elena; Porta dell'Imperatore; Ville Bianchi; Viale Dante: villa Erica, villa Reale; exhibition of postcards and period photos at Spiaggia dell'Imperatore; Cinema Cristallo.
Minimum 1, maximum 30 people.
LANGUAGES: Italian, German
PRICE: Free
In case of rain, the excursion is cancelled
Reservations must be made by 12.00 noon on Thursday.
Please arrive in good physical and mental condition, with appropriate clothing and equipment for the tour. If you have any doubts, check with the organisation before the day of the hike.
The use of masks and provisions for the prevention of Covid-19 refer to current legislation (in Italian).
For the activities organized by the Consorzio Grado Turismo the reservation is compulsory and must be made by 12 noon of the day before the excursion online, by email (experience@grado.it) or by phone + 39 0431 80383, providing NAME, SURNAME, RESIDENCE EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER.
During the activities, photos and videos may be taken; if you do not wish to be filmed, please let us know before starting the activity and fill out the consent form attached below. The personal data provided during the booking process will be treated in compliance with the regulations in force. Privacy Policy of Grado Turismo Consortium HERE.