Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience
Overview
Venice Lagoon Duet – A Dream in Two Acts
Performed aboard a graceful vintage boat across the shimmering waters of the Venetian Lagoon, with you as the main character.
Act I – Murano: The Fire and the Flame
The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper secrets passed down through generations.
Witness the dance of fire and sand as master artisans transform molten brilliance into timeless creations.
Act II – Burano: The Song of Color
The scene shifts into light vivid, joyful, alive.
Burano greets you with its radiant palette of pastel houses, each one a brushstroke in a living masterpiece.
Along quiet canals, lace makers preserve a craft as delicate as poetry, weaving stories into every thread.
This is not simply an island.
It is a celebration of color, artistry, and the beauty of everyday Venetian life.
More than a tour, this is a curated small-group experience aboard a vintage boat, an elegant passage through craftsmanship and beauty.
What's Included
- Murano Island Visit
- Visit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstration
- Lace-making demonstration in Burano
- Torcello Island Visit (if option is selected)
- Burano Island Visit
- Guided tour by qualified and experienced tour guide
- Hotel pick up
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Laguna di Venezia (pass by)
Isola di Murano
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Burano
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time, upon arrival at the redemption location you should present your printed voucher to the representative, once verified you obtain the ticket and can join the tour.
- The tour will not take place in case of exceptionally bad weather, boats are completely covered, the tour operates regularly in case of rain (in these cases it can be postponed the days after).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-21441P112
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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).
- Murano Island Visit.
- Visit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstration.
- Lace-making demonstration in Burano.
- Torcello Island Visit (if option is selected).
- Burano Island Visit.
- Guided tour by qualified and experienced tour guide.
- Hotel pick up.
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..
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 Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venice: Murano & Burano Islands Premium Guided Experience 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
- Murano Island Visit
- Visit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstration
- Lace-making demonstration in Burano
- Torcello Island Visit (if option is selected)
- Burano Island Visit
- Guided tour by qualified and experienced tour guide
- Hotel pick up
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time, upon arrival at the redemption location you should present your printed voucher to the representative, once verified you obtain the ticket and can join the tour.
- The tour will not take place in case of exceptionally bad weather, boats are completely covered, the tour operates regularly in case of rain (in these cases it can be postponed the days after).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
