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This Venetian island has been world-renowned for centuries for its blown glass creations, from jewelry to tableware to sculptures. Visits here often include a tour of one of its fascinating glass factories, demonstrations of how it’s done—and of course, a visit to at least one of the affiliated showrooms and shops.
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1. Exclusive Venice & Murano (4hrs) private walking tour. We do not combine groups
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
A completely private tour (we do not combine groups), reserved only for you, your family or friends. Your private licensed tour guide will help you to discover the beauties and the extraordinary history of a unique city in the world like Venice. The two options available include the start of the tour directly from Venice or from the port (Shore Excursion) 1. Tour from Venice. Your private guide will meet you at your hotel, B&B or private apartment at 9:30 or 14:30 to start your incredible tour. 2. Shore Excursion. If you arrive at the port, you will meet your private guide at the exit of your ship. We will provide the private transfer (Car/Van/Minibus & Private Boatoat) from the port to Venice. After visiting the historical and artistic wonders of Venice, a private boat will take you to Murano, to visit the famous Venetian glass masters. The tour is customizable so you can ask your guide to change your itinerary as you wish.
Inclusions: Private & Customizable tour. We do not combine groups, Licensed tour guide (4hrs), Meet your tour guide at your hotel, B&B, private apartment, Meet your tour guide at the exit of your ship (Shore Excursion), Private transfer (car/van) from the port. Private boat transfer to Venice (Shore Excursion), Boat transfer/private from Venice to Murano to visit the Murano glass factory, The visit to the Doge's Palace is only possible for groups of up to ten people
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Admission tickets. Your tour guide will help you to purchase the skip-the-line tickets., Gratuities (not mandatory)
Reviewed By nirmalm2013
We had a very enjoyable and informative all-day tour of Rome and Vatican City. Our guide, Nicola, was very knowledgeable and friendly. He arranged the schedule perfectly and gave us keen insights on each point of interest that we visited. Our driver, Claudio, expertly navigated the routes and was very friendly as well. We engaged Claudio to give us another half-day tour of Castel Gandolfo, which was superb. I strongly recommend Limousine Service in Italy for your travel needs.
2. Island Hopping Private Tour to Mazzorbo, Burano, & Murano
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
Escape the hustle and bustle of Venice and enjoy a 5-hour private island hopping day trip to the islands of Mazzorbo, Burano, & Murano! Marvel at the quiet, serene nature, colourful fisherman’s houses, artisan glass workshops, and enjoy the magical atmosphere between the islands.
Inclusions: Private Tour, Italian Coffee Tasting, Coffee and/or Tea, Local guide
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Extra food & drinks
Reviewed By CM R
A thoroughly enjoyable evening. Ugo provided excellent insights into life in Venice (which included introducing us to friends in each of the bars that we visited!) & took around places we would not have visited. We sampled delicious food & drinks and he was great company. What more could you ask?!
3. The best of Venice and Murano in one day private tour on foot and by boat
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
-Full day guided tour of Venice and Murano island on foot & by boat . -Enjoy the city with a professional local guide and art historian. - Break for the lunch or snack. -Discover the Art of Glass Making and admire a glass master -The possibility to discover the best of Venice, its art, culture, the living city and Murano glass island in one day. - A good overview of the city, today and in the past. - A customized tour adapt to your preference. On Sunday morning or religious feasts, due to the services in the basilica, the tour may follow a different order of the visit.
Inclusions: Hotel/station/parking car pickup and drop-off, transfer by water-taxi from Venice to Murano and from Murano to Venice, Local guide, Professional art historian guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Pick up from the mainland Mestre.For hotels in mestre the pick up is in Venice
Reviewed By regina20202
We had to cancel our trip to Italy and asked to Fiorella to organise for us another experience in Venice. She was our guide two years ago and was so nice to do a virtual tour from home just for us. She took a lot pictures of canaregio and the Jewish Ghetto and gave us a plenty of information. We really appreciate it! We were so glad to meet Fiorella again and talk a lot about Venice and Italy! Many thanks
4. Private exclusive Venice and Murano full day guided tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
-Visit the best of Venice and the lagoon in one day with a private customized tour lead by a local Venetian licensed guide. Fall in love with the splendor of Venice, the past and present of this unique city on the water. Discover how the city was built and the unique history of a great civilisation that made this miracle possible and the local life. -Full day guided tour of Venice and Murano island on foot & by boat -Enjoy the city with a professional local guide and art historian -Discove rthe beauty of the basilica of San Marco (outside) -Discover the ancient Art of Glass Making -Learn about the History of Glass and a have a panoramic view of Murano -Explore the highlights of Venice and walk off the beaten path Due to secuirty health reason the visit to the basilica is possible only from the terrace museum (ticket 5,00 euro)
Inclusions: Professional art historian guide, Local guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Round trip by boat to Murano
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance to the terrace of the Basilica (5,00 euro audults 2,5 euro children)
Reviewed By regina20202
We had to cancel our trip to Italy and asked to Fiorella to organise for us another experience in Venice. She was our guide two years ago and was so nice to do a virtual tour from home just for us. She took a lot pictures of canaregio and the Jewish Ghetto and gave us a plenty of information. We really appreciate it! We were so glad to meet Fiorella again and talk a lot about Venice and Italy! Many thanks
5. private boat tour Murano & Burano
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Visit the most beautiful island of the lagoon, Murano & Burano with a professional private guide! Venice is surrounded by many different islands, among these are Murano and Burano, which are also one of the most visited spots in the entire lagoon. To really get an insight into the life pace that differs in each of them and to enjoy the highest quality time, we offer you a perfect option: private boat ride and visit to these adjacent islands.
Inclusions: private speed boat from hotel to Murano, private speed boat from burano to hotel, professional local guide, shuttle boat by the glass factory from Murano to Burano
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Reviewed By N7614GXpatrickj
Guide and water transportation picked us up at our hotel on time. Guide was very friendly - knowledgeable and accommodating. The glass experience was incredible - the artist made several pieces in front of us. Opportunity to view and purchase pieces. The family at the glass shoppe was superb - they even made a couple of special requests for us while we waited and watched. Guide then took us to a lunch spot she recommended - walked us to the spot and introduced us to the owners who treated us like royalty - with no reservation on a packed day. All in all - a great time for my family
6. Murano glass and art private tour by boat and on foot
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is the perfect tour if you desire to spend half day in the quite island of Murano and admire the most beautiful artistic glass that made famous Murano during the centuries. After a short trip by private boat you will arrive to Murano island to discover the art of glass making together with a local Venetian high qualified guide. You will learn about the history of glass and Murano and have the opportunity to admire a real glass master working in the factory. You will see the differente Technic that made Murano so famous all over the world. You will explore the small island and visit the church of San Pietro martire with paintings of Venetian master like Veronese and Tintoretto.
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Snacks
Reviewed By regina20202
We had to cancel our trip to Italy and asked to Fiorella to organise for us another experience in Venice. She was our guide two years ago and was so nice to do a virtual tour from home just for us. She took a lot pictures of canaregio and the Jewish Ghetto and gave us a plenty of information. We really appreciate it! We were so glad to meet Fiorella again and talk a lot about Venice and Italy! Many thanks
7. Luxury Murano & Burano Boat Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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 oldest original Murano Glass Factory, where a Master glassblower and his team are working daily, following the tradition of centuries ago. From Murano, crossing the lagoon, we’ll reach Burano island, famous for its lace work and the colourful atmosphere. Walking by picturesque houses, enjoying the typical “bussolai” (famous cookies of the island), feeling like a resident. Last but not least, an insightful guided visit into an historical hand-made lace workshop. Then back to Venice by private boat, for an outstanding view of the lagoon.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Private Glass Factory Visit with Glassblowing show, Burano lace-making demonstration, Private Guide for the Tour, Tasting of the traditional cookies of Burano
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By julieefenske
Thank you Luca for the amazing experience, service, and recommendations! So kind and helpful! :) The glassblowing and creations were breathtakingly beautiful and the exhibition of the pieces was something I’ll never forget. If you are in Venice you must do this tour! It will be an unforgettable experience, and we had an amazing time!
8. Private Tour: Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Tour
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4.7 based on 43 reviews
Discover the delights of the Venetian Lagoon on this private 4-hour tour of Murano, Burano and Torcello islands in Venice. Watch skilled glassblowers at work on Murano Island. Admire pretty houses in pastel shades around Burano Island’s delightful fishing port and learn of the ancient lacemaking traditions still practised today. Explore Torcello Island and marvel at top highlights such as the 12th-century Church of Santa Fosca and the Venetian-Byzantine mosaics at the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. This private tour ensures personalized attention from your guide.
Inclusions: Private guide, Transport by private motor boat
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Rahi0000
I took it in Sep 2019. What I thought would be a serene end to my very exciting and fun-filled day turned out to be a very disappointing and super noisy experience. First of all, they run it in fleets and music plays only on one gondola. My fleet had 5 gondolas and orchestra was playing only in the middle one. Mine was the first in the line. I still tried to enjoy it and hear what was being played on that one lucky gondola but NOPE. Even that became impossible because our gondolier thought it to be the best time to chat with his friends on other gondolas at the peak of his voice. He was very inconsiderate and was chatting with his friends (shouting) during the whole ride. I was a solo traveller and there were couple of other families on my gondola. When we couldn't take it anymore and almost towards the end of the ride, I and one other person asked him very politely to turn it down a bit as we wanted to hear the music that was being played on 2 gondolas behind, he behaved very rudely and insolently, imitating us to his friends, making sh sh...sounds. WOW! So, in nutshell: What I expected: Scenic gondola ride with peaceful music playing on my gondola What I got: Music playing on a gondola that was 2 gondolas away, super noisy and insolent gondlier. Some serenade it was!
9. Grand Canal boat tour and Murano glass experience with Hotel pick up
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4.7 based on 3 reviews
Meet your private guide at your Hotel and by a confortable watertaxi explore Venice Learn about the legendary buildings and Families that lived for centuries Reach Murano island and enter in an historical glass factory for a private visit Your guide is at total disposal for any questions
Inclusions: Private boat, Local guide
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Reviewed By Steve C
Great experience but watch out for the "swap the glass with a broken one scam" we paid E500 for 2 glasses, got back on the cruise ship only to find a chip in the glass. These were perfect when we chose them in the gallery. A big shame as it let down an otherwise great day with a free (though apparently not) water taxi ride from the main part of Venice, had to make own way back which was easy though
10. Private Excursion by Typical Venetian Motorboat to Murano, Burano and Torcello
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4.6 based on 90 reviews
Visit the most beautiful islands of the lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello. A private boat tour with friendly guide and driver will let you discover the best of Venice like a local. You will reach the island of Murano with possibility either to visit a glass factory or to stroll around its quiet streets. Then you will reach Burano, a fisherman island with picturesque houses and great local biscuits. The last island of the tour will be Torcello, with the first Basilica of Venice.
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Private tour, Hotel pickup, Local guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Torcello Museum ticket
Reviewed By Steve C
Great experience but watch out for the "swap the glass with a broken one scam" we paid E500 for 2 glasses, got back on the cruise ship only to find a chip in the glass. These were perfect when we chose them in the gallery. A big shame as it let down an otherwise great day with a free (though apparently not) water taxi ride from the main part of Venice, had to make own way back which was easy though
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