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Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice

Meet your assistant from city center get on board on a private watertaxi and reach Murano island admiring Rialto bridge and the Grand Canal. Enjoy …More

3.9 (435)

Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice

Meet your assistant from city center get on board on a private watertaxi and reach Murano island admiring Rialto bridge and the Grand Canal. Enjoy...

60 to 140 minutes Free Cancellation

3.9 (435)

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$79

Venice is one of Italy's Top cities. But very few tourists know, in addition to the historical and artistic beauties, the natural wonders that the …More

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Venice Lagoon Private Sunset Tour

Venice is one of Italy's Top cities. But very few tourists know, in addition to the historical and artistic beauties, the natural wonders that the...

1 to 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (54)

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$114

Venice Private Boat Tour Murano & Burano

Visit the most beautiful island of the lagoon, Murano & Burano with a professional private guide! Venice is surrounded by many different islands, among these …More

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Venice Private Boat Tour Murano & Burano

Visit the most beautiful island of the lagoon, Murano & Burano with a professional private guide! Venice is surrounded by many different islands, among these...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (28)

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$908

The Best of Venice: San Marco Highlights & Gondola Ride

San Marco is the beating heart of Venice — rich in history, art, and stunning views. On this private tour, your local host will take …More

4.8 (25)

The Best of Venice: San Marco Highlights & Gondola Ride

San Marco is the beating heart of Venice — rich in history, art, and stunning views. On this private tour, your local host will take...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (25)

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$75

Private Murano and Burano VIP Venice Boat Tour

Enjoy a private boat tour to Burano and Murano islands. On board of a luxurious motor-launch and accompanied by your English speaking guide, you will …More

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Private Murano and Burano VIP Venice Boat Tour

Enjoy a private boat tour to Burano and Murano islands. On board of a luxurious motor-launch and accompanied by your English speaking guide, you will...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (37)

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$149

Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide

The best experience to learn about the old arts of Venice lagoon islands: Murano and Burano. With a private boat from Venice, directly to the …More

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Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide

The best experience to learn about the old arts of Venice lagoon islands: Murano and Burano. With a private boat from Venice, directly to the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (205)

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$159

Murano Glassblowing Tour: Boat Ride & Factory Visit

Discover the island of Murano with an exclusive experience that combines a scenic water taxi ride and the magic of Murano's glassmaking tradition. Depart from …More

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Murano Glassblowing Tour: Boat Ride & Factory Visit

Discover the island of Murano with an exclusive experience that combines a scenic water taxi ride and the magic of Murano's glassmaking tradition. Depart from...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (164)

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$45

Private Gondola Ride: Explore Venice with a Local Guide

Float through Venice by private gondola boat on a 30 minutes tour, and learn all about the history of the quintessential Venetian gondolas, too! As …More

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Private Gondola Ride: Explore Venice with a Local Guide

Float through Venice by private gondola boat on a 30 minutes tour, and learn all about the history of the quintessential Venetian gondolas, too! As...

30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.1 (122)

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$329

Private Grand Canal Boat Tour and Murano Glass Experience

A private guided boat ride along the Grand Canal followed by a visit to the famous Murano island Glass factory that is known for its glass production …More

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Private Grand Canal Boat Tour and Murano Glass Experience

A private guided boat ride along the Grand Canal followed by a visit to the famous Murano island Glass factory that is known for its glass production...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (23)

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$585

Walking Tour and Enchanting Gondola Journey in Venice + Ebook

Discover the charms of Venice on a guided walking tour through the city's most iconic and historic landmarks. The experience begins in the famous Piazza …More

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Walking Tour and Enchanting Gondola Journey in Venice + Ebook

Discover the charms of Venice on a guided walking tour through the city's most iconic and historic landmarks. The experience begins in the famous Piazza...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (15)

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$142

Colibri Boat Tour Venice: Private Tour in the Venice Lagoon

Book a RELAXING and ROMANTIC tour that will remain in your memories. This unique experience will last about 50 magical minutes in which we will …More

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Colibri Boat Tour Venice: Private Tour in the Venice Lagoon

Book a RELAXING and ROMANTIC tour that will remain in your memories. This unique experience will last about 50 magical minutes in which we will...

50 to 51 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (141)

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$91

Full-Day Venice to Padua Burchiello Brenta Riviera Boat Cruise

Enjoy a 9-hour romantic cruise among the Venetian Villas of the Brenta Riviera, a trip through art and history by Burchiello boat. The cruise departs …More

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Full-Day Venice to Padua Burchiello Brenta Riviera Boat Cruise

Enjoy a 9-hour romantic cruise among the Venetian Villas of the Brenta Riviera, a trip through art and history by Burchiello boat. The cruise departs...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.4 (45)

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$167

Half Day Boat Tour between Venice and the Islands

Explore the magical islands of Murano, Burano, Torcello and San Francesco on an exciting boat tour. Admire the craftsmanship of Murano master glassmakers, only to …More

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Half Day Boat Tour between Venice and the Islands

Explore the magical islands of Murano, Burano, Torcello and San Francesco on an exciting boat tour. Admire the craftsmanship of Murano master glassmakers, only to...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (29)

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$161

Private Kayak Tour in the Venetian Lagoon

Thousands of tourists visit Venice and its islands every day. We will go where mass tourism has not yet managed to arrive, if you are …More

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Private Kayak Tour in the Venetian Lagoon

Thousands of tourists visit Venice and its islands every day. We will go where mass tourism has not yet managed to arrive, if you are...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (27)

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$46

Colors and Traditions: Murano and Burano in water taxi with guide

Colors and Traditions is a private 4-hour tour of Murano and Burano by water taxi, with a private guide included and up to 10 guests. …More

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Colors and Traditions: Murano and Burano in water taxi with guide

Colors and Traditions is a private 4-hour tour of Murano and Burano by water taxi, with a private guide included and up to 10 guests....

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (21)

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$1,124

Floating down the canals, live the unique experience of a gondola ride through the majestic and history-soaked atmosphere of Venice and admire the charming sights …More

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Venice Shared Gondola Ride

Floating down the canals, live the unique experience of a gondola ride through the majestic and history-soaked atmosphere of Venice and admire the charming sights...

30 minutes Free Cancellation

3.7 (290)

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$51

Private Venice Gondola Ride with Live Music Serenade

Romantic gondola ride along the Grand Canal and smaller ones, lulled by famous Italian songs and operas' arias. …More

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Private Venice Gondola Ride with Live Music Serenade

Romantic gondola ride along the Grand Canal and smaller ones, lulled by famous Italian songs and operas' arias....

30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (18)

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$95

Sunset Traditional Boat Tour with Prosecco

A typical wood boat will sail along Venice and admire the city on the sunset Your captain Marco will show a unique Venice and with …More

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Sunset Traditional Boat Tour with Prosecco

A typical wood boat will sail along Venice and admire the city on the sunset Your captain Marco will show a unique Venice and with...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (43)

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$91

Murano and Burano Private Boat Tour from Venice

Comfortably relaxed on the boat you will enjoy the beauty, colors, magic, nature is the tranquility of the Venice lagoon.You'll dream of finally being on …More

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Murano and Burano Private Boat Tour from Venice

Comfortably relaxed on the boat you will enjoy the beauty, colors, magic, nature is the tranquility of the Venice lagoon.You'll dream of finally being on...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (26)

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$137

Small Group Venice Grand Canal Panoramic Tour

Embark on a captivating one-hour motorboat tour along the Grand Canal with a small group, accompanied by a multilingual host. Known as "the most beautiful …More

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Small Group Venice Grand Canal Panoramic Tour

Embark on a captivating one-hour motorboat tour along the Grand Canal with a small group, accompanied by a multilingual host. Known as "the most beautiful...

1 hour Free Cancellation

3.6 (62)

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$51

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours are:

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Which Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Free Cancellation?

Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Venice Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Hotel Pickup?

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