Private Tour: Secret Venice by Boat
Experience Venice from its most authentic vantage point on a private full-day tour that explores the city’s waterways, masterpieces, and cultural heritage. Traveling by private boat, travelers enjoy a distinctive perspective on the Grand Canal, where centuries of architecture rise directly from the water. Across the lagoon, the island of San Giorgio Maggiore offers an elegant introduction to Palladian design and some of Venice’s most expansive views.
The tour also highlights the city’s artistic depth with a curated visit to the Architecture Biennale, set within the historic Arsenal, a landmark tied to Venice’s maritime power. A stop at Madonna dell’Orto showcases Jacopo Tintoretto’s dramatic canvases, revealing the intensity and innovation of Venetian painting.
The experience concludes with a guided walk through the Jewish Ghetto, an area rich in history and cultural significance. Together, these elements create a thoughtfully designed exploration of Venice’s art, identity, and enduring spirit.
Duration:
Approximately 4 hours
Start Time:
To be confirmed at time of booking
Inclusions:
English-speaking guide, limo boat tour, Entrance fees Madonna dell'Orto church
Exclusions:
Personal expenses, gratuities, anything not aforementioned
Meeting point:
Hotel lobby
Ending point:
Hotel lobby
Not Suitable For:
Not suitable for people with disabilities.
Important Information:
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.
Maximum 8 participants per tour.
Majority of tour is conducted outdoors.
Comfortable shoes recommended.
Shorts, low-cut clothing and uncovered shoulders may not be admitted into museums and churches.
Tour includes transportation by sized watercraft.
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