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Venice: VIP Boat Tour with Grand Canal

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Wind through the picturesque canals of Venice in a private motorboat, enjoying unbeatable views of St. Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge, Bridge of Sighs, and more.

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Highlights

Float along the Grand Canal in a private luxury speed boat.
See Venice’s most famous sights from the water.
Hear stories about the history of Venice from your guide.
Enjoy an intimate experience with a small group.
Avoid the crowds on land as you cruise the Floating City.

Description

Traveling by luxury boat, tour the beautiful Grand Canal as an expert guide points out key sights and shares the fascinating history of the city. You may have already taken a slow and leisurely gondola ride, but to truly travel the Venetian waters as the locals do, you really need to be in a luxury speedboat to get a real sense of the city. With the help of your expert, local guide, you can spot all the most important sights as you pass them—palaces, theaters, casinos, galleries, and bridges. From the comfort of your luxury boat, you'll see St. Mark's Basilica, the Rialto Bridge, the Rialto Fish Market, Doge's Palace and more. The best part is you'll beat the crowds on dry land as you take in the views from the water. Along the way, you'll guide will reveal the history and captivating stories behind each stop. Personal headsets make it easy to hear your guide's informative commentary over the daily hustle and bustle of the canal. In addition to the famous sights, your local guide will give you a crash course on Venice, including its unique traditions and festivals. You'll learn the truth about gondolas and the different boats Venetians use to get around the canals, what it's like celebrating Carnevale, and so much more. By the end of your tour, you'll have navigated the Grand Canal, seen Venice's most famous sights from the water, and heard expert tips from your local guide to help you during the rest of your trip.

Includes

Local English-speaking guide Expertly guided boat tour Small group of max 8 people. Headset

Important Information

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
This tour will have a maximum of 8 travelers. If you want to book this tour with more than 8 people, please contact the tour provider.
In the event of bad weather, the boat operator may be required to cancel the tour for safety reasons. Please note that as this decision is made with your safety in mind, no refunds will be provided.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.