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Get more out of your time in Venice by setting off further afield and traveling across the Venetian Lagoon to the beautiful islands of Burano and Murano (and Torcello if you’ve chosen the extended package). Boat transfers to the islands are included, as well as a guided tour of a glass factory in Murano to help you learn about the island’s traditions.

Skip the hassle of waiting in a taxi line or navigating unreliable public transportation with a pre-booked private transfer from Venice’s Piazzale Roma to the cruise port in either Ravenna or Trieste. Sit back and relax as your professional driver maps out the most efficient route to your ship.

We propose to visit the most particular islands of Venice in complete freedom like a real local, in our elegant and comfortable private boat, designed just for this! Accompanied by an expert local guide (upon reservation), you will witness the fascinating glass blowing of Murano, meticulously passed down from generation to generation. Up to Burano, known for its colorful houses and ancient lace traditions. Afterwards, your journey continues to Torcello, for a short visit to the throne of Attila and the famous Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta.

Swap crowded Venice sightseeing tours for a more intimate and personal alternative—a private boat tour just for your personal group. Save hours researching things to see and do in Venice, and instead, enjoy a well-planned itinerary that helps you see Venice from a new perspective. Also, as it's a private trip, you can ask plenty of questions along the way, and enjoy entertaining stories.

Take a private tour of the Venetian Lagoon and visit the enchanting islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Tour a glassblower’s workshop in Murano, and discover the traditional art of lacemaking in Burano. See medieval churches while learning about the ancient history of Torcello, Venice’s earliest settlement and a tranquil escape from the typical tourist path. Enjoy the dedicated attention of your private guide on this 4-hour tour.

You'd be missing out if you visited Venice without discovering the islands of Murano and Burano, famous for their historical glass-blowing and lace-making traditions. Witness these skilled artisans at work in a demonstration, with the chance to purchase hand-crafted souvenirs (own expense). Then take the time to wander through colourful streets and soak up the unique culture at your own pace.

Discover an authentic Venice aboard the "Narcissus", a refined vintage boat that smells of wood and history. Together with Marco, our local captain, you will have an exclusive experience away from the ferry crowds. On this 6-hour tour, you will not be a simple vacationer: we will decide together the pace of the day and how much time to spend at each stop. Murano : the millenary art of master glassmakers. Burano : the explosion of colours between lace and fishermen's houses. Torcello : the ancient heart of the lagoon, between historic churches and absolute peace. Lunch : Ideal stop in Torcello (in trattoria or lunch option on board on request). Note : lunch cost not included. Choose your own rhythm and write your story in the waters of Venice with Captain Marco and the charm of the Narcissus.

Want to visit the islands of Venice, but hate groups or mass tourism? Would you like to get in touch with local people so DA live the experience and not suffer it? Then you've come to the right place! We do not accept large groups for this tour and never more than 10 people, this is not because we do not want to know so many people, on the contrary, it is to get to know better the customers who for us first of all are people. We want to avoid the depersonalization of mass tourism tours, so we will always try to guide you in environments and activities that go unnoticed by most people. It is also for this reason that we will use public transport, at each stop someone new comes in and you can weave relationships, meet someone or have a chat, in short we use them because they are the basis of the Venetian community. In addition to this also because they are the most environmentally sustainable the cost (not included in the price of the tour) is 25 euros per person and is worth 24 hours

It is a unic way to discover Venice, on a perfect size boat (16 feet) that allow you to live the lagoon in a special way, differently from big touristy boats. Alessandro will guide you starting from the residential area of cannaregio to Murano, than we will sail to Burano and look at its colors, Torcello and its nature. It will be possible to visit a very good glass factory in Murano were you may assist to a glass blowing; on Burano we Will stop for a free walk. On request It Will be possibile to extend the tour and stop in Torcello at an amazing place with a beautiful garden to experience a good sea food.

Enjoy sailing on a comfortable boat, admire the views of the lagoon from the terrace and be surprised by the magic of these unique places, told with passion by our Guide on board. Depending on the option chosen, the departure can be from San Marco - Approdo Cornoldi or from the Venice train station, near the KFC. The first stop will be Murano, famous all over the world for the art of glass, here you will witness a live demonstration of glass blowing, closely observing the techniques and skills of master glassmakers. Altogether you will have about an hour of free time to explore the island and browse the art glass shops. You will then continue to Burano, where you can admire the lively colorful houses and walk along the picturesque streets of the village. Here too you will have about an hour of free time to discover the charm of the island, take a walk through the lace shops or enjoy a local aperitif.