Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto
Overview
Cruise along the Arno River and under the incredible Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s famous bridge, on a barchetto, a small traditional boat! Florence’s answer to the Venetian gondola, your barchetto is one of only 4 originals still operating in Florence. Savor this unique experience with a glass of chilled Tuscan rosé or white wine, while passing beautiful Florence attractions like the Corsini Palace and the Santa Trinita Bridge.
What's Included
- Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)
- Cool Wine or Soft drink
- English speaking fully licensed History guide
- Enjoy the unique original Florentine gondola with an expert guide
- Gratuities
- Food
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Meeting Location
Via dei Vagellai
22, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- RAIN POLICY:
- The tour departure might be cancelled due to rain
- We will do our best to proceed with the tour. However rain or adverse weather conditions could prevent us from being able to offer an enjoyable and fully safe experience
- In case we cancel the tour (and only in this case), guest options are:
- Rain check to be used the following day or at any other time, subject to availability. The Rain check is a voucher given to client. The voucher is transferable and may be sold or given to others to use at a future date and lasts up to 1 year from date. It has a value that can be possible used in any other tour provided by our company
- 100% refund for tour cancellation
- Please note that clients' safety and comfort are of utmost priority
- In any case, clients should show up at the meeting point at the scheduled time, or contact the office in advance
- No-shows will not be refunded
- The activity lasts 1 hour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto?
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Activity code: C-5049ARNO
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min).
- Cool Wine or Soft drink.
- English speaking fully licensed History guide.
- Enjoy the unique original Florentine gondola with an expert guide.
- Gratuities.
- Food.
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Florence River Cruise on a Traditional Barchetto will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)
- Cool Wine or Soft drink
- English speaking fully licensed History guide
- Enjoy the unique original Florentine gondola with an expert guide
- Gratuities
- Food
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- RAIN POLICY:
- The tour departure might be cancelled due to rain
- We will do our best to proceed with the tour. However rain or adverse weather conditions could prevent us from being able to offer an enjoyable and fully safe experience
- In case we cancel the tour (and only in this case), guest options are:
- Rain check to be used the following day or at any other time, subject to availability. The Rain check is a voucher given to client. The voucher is transferable and may be sold or given to others to use at a future date and lasts up to 1 year from date. It has a value that can be possible used in any other tour provided by our company
- 100% refund for tour cancellation
- Please note that clients' safety and comfort are of utmost priority
- In any case, clients should show up at the meeting point at the scheduled time, or contact the office in advance
- No-shows will not be refunded
- The activity lasts 1 hour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
