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Exclusive Boat Tour Murano Burano Torcello with real local guide
4.8
26 Ratings
Venezia
Discover Venice’s hidden gems with a true local. Explore Murano, Burano, and Torcello on a private boat tour. Unveil secrets only a Venetian knows.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Laguna di Venezia - I am Davide, the owner of a small tour operator exclusively serving Venice. Born and raised in the city, I attended school here and live and breathe Venice daily. Unlike others, I am a true Venetian!
My boat is a private vessel, operated by my own company, and I am not a reseller of other tours. Onboard, you’ll be hosted by a genuine Venetian! REAL!
I accommodate up to 7 guests, offering a VIP tour experience at a lower price by sharing the boat.
- Murano - Visit one of the three most exclusive Murano glass factories. We’ll be welcomed by a dedicated guide who will explain the glass-making process, allowing us to touch the materials and learn the secrets. You’ll also have the chance to explore a stunning art gallery and shop. This is not just a demonstration but actual production!
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Burano - We’ll explore the island, capturing beautiful scenes and discovering its secrets. You’ll see why Burano is famous:
- Visit a mask workshop where Eugenio continues a 5-generation tradition
- Visit a lace shop where a lacemaker explains the handed-down tradition
- Taste the typical Burano dessert, a must-try on the island
- Discover other hidden gems on this colorful island…
- San Francesco del Deserto - Sail past the ancient island of San Francesco del Deserto, home to only 5 monks.
- Venissa - Time permitting, we’ll visit the island of Mazzorbo and the Venissa estate, where you can taste unique wine surrounded by water. Wine tasting can be arranged in advance.
- Torcello - Circumnavigate the southern part of Torcello.
- Sant’Erasmo - Pass by the vegetable island, a defense between the sea and the lagoon.
- Venice - To book the boat for yourself, email me at: [email protected]
I can also try to arrange hotel pick-up, subject to current canal passage regulations. High commissions apply here, so feel free to email me directly.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Guide to the islands of Venice
What's Not Included
- Carbonated beverages
Additional Information
My experience will take you to see Venice through the eyes of a true Venetian! I was born and raised… Unfortunately, Venice is overrun by guides and companions who claim to love the city but don’t… I will guide you step by step around the islands. We will disembark from my boat together and visit the most beautiful sights, sharing the secrets of my city! Only a Venetian can do this!!
- Not recommended for travelers with problems going up and down stairs! I cannot board anyone with walking problems, they use support sticks
Location
Fondamente Nove, 5039
Fondamente Nove
Really Very Simple, the tour starts in front of the restaurant bar.
Due to someone's fault, I eliminated the possibility of choosing the meeting point at your hotel. But it doesn't matter, write to me where you are, once you have made the reservation, and if possible, I will try to pick up from you
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(26 Ratings)
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Jennifersu191ea
Sep 16, 2024
Murano and Burano private tour - Excellent tour. Davide was very knowledgeable and fun. The glass was beautiful and the extra place they make the masks was interesting. They were all local and passionate about their craft.
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Corey_b
Sep 15, 2024
Exceptional - My wife and I had a wonderful morning with Davide and the others on our tour. Very personalized and Davide is a man of the people. Everyone we encountered knew and clearly loved him. Each shop spent time sharing their passions with us. We will never forget our time.
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Seugnet_a
Sep 13, 2024
Great experience - Learning about the art of lace making. Seeing masters of their craft in mask making and Venetian glass work.
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Capo911
Sep 3, 2024
How you will never live it .. - A local Guide .. direct .. who knows what you expect and what you want .. and has the knowledge to allow you to live the experience that you would hardly live alone .. a wonderful day!
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C3603kqjeremyl
Sep 3, 2024
10 or 10 experience - This was one trip I will not forget from David and his team. I was treated like royalty and David just knows so much about his amazing city. His love and care are apparent in the tour, from make sure I can find the pick up location with ease, Prosecco, prawns, oysters, private shops to tour. I just couldn’t be happier with this tour! Thank you David and your team for showing me your wonderful city and taking great care of me!
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Flavinjennifer
Sep 2, 2024
Boat Toir - Excellent tour with David, it was like touring the sites with a friend! He was very through in giving the history of the area and accompanied us through the glass factory tour and walking through Burano. The small group setting was an added bonus. Definitely recommend!
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73abdurk
Aug 16, 2024
A beautiful experience of Venice and its surrounding islands - This tour was perhaps the best way to experience Venice. My wife and I had the pleasure of enjoying part of our honeymoon with Davide, and it was worth it! We got to experience Venice as it is meant to be experienced: on boat! The boat ride throughout is serene, especially in the hot summer sun. We enjoyed stops at the island of Murano where we witnessed a glass blowing demonstration by one of the masters and then toured the gallery. Following this, we visited Burano and talked with some of the last artisans living on the island including a mask and lace maker and a seller of aged balsamic vinegar. We concluded our trip with a stop in Torcello. All throughout, Davide was providing historical information about Venice and each island, contextualizing each portion of our trip.
I cannot recommend Davide enough to anyone who visits Venice! It is an experience worth having!
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Comandanteb2024
Jul 18, 2024
Davide make unique Venice - Fantastic trip around burano Murano with a special visit in one of real local glass factory!! The gallery is incredible and also the art!!
Please book it. Pick up is in a easy and private place !
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Julie_c
Jul 17, 2024
The BEST, only way to see Murano and Burano!!! - Davide picked us up on time at the designated spot in Venice. He was fantastic at communicating with us before the tour on all things Venice and the tour. His boat was perfect for our group and we took off for the Murano and the Mocenigo Glass Factory. It was the best tour and show room. Then we left for Burano and shopped at Eugenio (Mask shop), Dalla Lidia Merletti Arte, Burano Orchidea, and Artistico Bombon. A great tour with shopping and alot of history. I highly recommend.
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Lucy_m
Jul 11, 2024
Wonderful Way to Spend the Day! - Our tour guide and boat driver was David. He did an excellent job maneuvering around the annual non-powered boat “race”. We arrived at Murano island and were treated to an insider look at the craft behind Murano glass. After an opportunity to view chandeliers, statues, and other creative glassworks, we headed to Burano. We met with a mask-maker who still used paper mache to create their masks. And then we watched local craftswomen weave and stitch finely detailed lace. We learned a lot about the history and traditions of these other islands. Half-day trip ended with a lovely lunch on the Grand Canal, recommended by our tour guide.
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