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The best way to appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of a city built on water is by boat! Gliding through Venice's Grand Canal and minor canals, you'll be introduced to the splendid palaces, churches, bridges, gardens and warehouses lining the city's liquid streets. Your luxurious motor-launch boat tour of the Grand Canal brings the magic of Venice alive, and includes a glass of sparkling prosecco wine.
As you ride, you'll learn about the origins and evolution of the Grand Canal, Venice's most important 'street', and take a fascinating journey through minor canals to see parts of Venice that are seldom visited by tourists. Unlike a ride in a gondola, on the Grand Canal Boat Tour you'll travel through many diverse areas of the city and enjoy a thorough introduction to the city of Venice.
This boat tour is ideal for photographers! The boats are small enough to navigate the minor canals, with enough space for you to comfortably sit outside to take photographs and listen to the detailed commentary provided by your guide. All boats are equipped with microphones and speakers so you can clearly hear the commentary.
An absolute must if you're a first-time visitor to Venice, the Grand Canal Boat Tour will provide you with memories that will last a lifetime.
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- 70-minute afternoon motor launch tour of Venice
- Cruise the Grand Canal and minor canals
- Sip sparkling prosecco wine as you cruise
- Learn the history of the buildings you pass
- Travel into the smaller canals to see little-visited parts of Venice
- Local English-speaking driver-guide
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Venice Grand Canal Boat Tour
Daily
November 15 - January 3 and February 5 - 28
Tuesday, Friday and Saturday Departure Point: Tour departs near St. Marco Square. Departure Time: March 6 - March 28
3:30pm
March 29 - October 18
5:30pm
October 19 - November 14
3:30pm daily, except 4:30pm Sunday
November 15 - January 3 and February 5 - 28
3:30pm Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes Return details: Returns to original departure point
- A glass of Prosecco wine
- Grand Canal Boat Tour
- Professional guide
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drink, unless specified
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A moderate amount of walking is involved
- Tour is not suitable for people in wheelchairs or with walking difficulties as passengers are required to step down onto the boat when boarding. The variation of the level of tides can make the vessel unstable.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers
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The boat was a beautiful water taxi. The guide was knowledgeable and ready to answer all our questions. ... Read more ›
John L, United States of America, May 2009
