From the dramatic mountain passes of the Dolomites to the historic canals of Venice, this journey is designed for the dedicated photographer. We chase the day’s best light to highlight the raw texture of the Italian Alps before heading to the coast. Experience the drama of high-altitude peaks and the quiet allure of Venetian mornings in one unforgettable trip.
27 Sep 2026 - 06 Oct 2026 | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
$7850
Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
All Skill Levels
This photography workshop is built around one simple idea: spending meaningful time in incredible places when the light is at its best. We’ll start in Venice, photographing the city as it slows down and wakes up, then gradually make our way into the Dolomites, where the landscapes get bigger, quieter, and more dramatic with each day.
Along the way, we’ll shoot everything from canals and historic architecture to alpine lakes, high mountain passes, and iconic Dolomite peaks. Some locations are famous for a reason, others are just beautiful places to slow down and really work a scene. Sunrise and sunset are a big focus, but there’s plenty of space in between to refine composition, experiment, and develop your own way of seeing.
This trip isn’t about rushing from spot to spot or chasing checklists. It’s about being in the right place at the right time, understanding the light, and coming away with images that feel intentional and personal. Whether you’re drawn to grand landscapes or quieter details, this workshop is designed to help you grow as a photographer while experiencing some of the most stunning scenery in Italy.
Lead by award-winning official Sony Digital Imaging Advocate Andy Yee, this tour will push your photography to the next level. The intimate group size is designed for personal attention to develop your photographic vision.
What to Bring
Camera Gear Essentials
1. Two camera bodies (if possible)
Mountain conditions change fast. Having a backup body protects you from missed moments and lets you run two focal lengths without constant lens swaps in wind and dust.
2. Lenses
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Wide angle (16–35mm range) for epic landscapes and dramatic foregrounds
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Mid-range (24–70mm) for versatility
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Telephoto (70–200mm or longer) for isolating peaks and compressing layers
The Dolomites are perfect for telephoto compression at sunrise and sunset.
3. Tripod
Non-negotiable. You will be shooting blue hour, sunrise, sunset, and potentially long exposures. A sturdy tripod is critical. Lightweight travel tripods struggle in alpine wind.
4. Filters
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Circular polarizer
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3–6 stop ND
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10 stop ND (optional for creative long exposures)
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Graduated ND if you use them
5. Extra batteries
Cold mornings drain batteries fast.
6. Plenty of memory cards
Notes
Included
* Professional photography guide
* 9 nights in 3 and 4-star hotels + tourist tax
* Dual Occupancy (Single Supplement available on request)
* Breakfast + 3 dinners (day 1, 3, 9)
* Van and car rentals, tolls, parkings, gasoline
* 2-day Venice transportation pass, which will allow people to move around independently in
the lagoon for both days
* Cultural Tour leader (bilingual Italian/English)
* Tips for hotels and restaurants for included meals
* Photography Post-Processing sessions during the tour
Excluded
* Airfare to/from Italy
* Travel insurance
* Equipment and baggage insurance
* Visas (if applicable)
* Beverages other than water at included meals
– anything that is not in the inclusions
– Ski-lifts and gondolas: these are for day-time activities, and are optional
– Eventual luggage transfers should we need some in order to avoid to leave the vans with
luggage unattended or should we have too much luggage to fit in the vehicles
– Possible private transfers that are necessary to reach some locations
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