From Ravenna or Venice Port: Luxury Venice by Boat & Gondola

Ravenna, Italy
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If you are traveling on a cruise ship ending in the port of Ravenna, this shore excursion will be perfect for you! We pick up all passengers with their luggage directly at the Ravenna port and bring them to the magnificent city of Venice.

In Venice we will securely store your luggage and take you on an exciting, unique adventure - skipping walking and crowds! You will be taken by a beautiful private boat to the heart of Venice - the St. Mark's Square. See the most famous sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Market, the Basilica and the Doge Palace.

This extraordinary way of exploring Venice will allow you to see this beautiful city the way it was meant to be seen - from the water, whilst avoiding walking long distances in the crowds and heat.

At the St. Mark's Square you will also experience the world-famous gondola ride, in private, intimate groups of max 5 people.

At the end of the tour, we will bring you back to your luggage and help you get to your next destination.

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Stop At: Cruise Port - Ravenna, Adriatic Sea, 48123 Ravenna RA, Italy

You will be greeted at the cruise ship port and shown to a modern, comfortable, and air-conditioned vehicle. Your professional driver will then transfer you through the beautiful Italian countryside. The journey takes roughly 2.5 hours.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Tronchetto, 30135 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

After your journey you will arrive at the bus parking outside of Venice, where you will be greeted by our professional, experienced certified Venetian guide. Your luggage will be securely stored whilst we take you on a tour of this fairy-like city and its stunning canals.
You will be divided into small groups of maximum 15 people to make the most of your Venetian visit!

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Piazzale Roma, 30100 Venice Italy

From the bus parking we will transfer you to Piazzale Rome, where our adventure begins. This is the closest cars are allowed to come and once you walk across the first bridge the charm of this timeless island quickly becomes apparent.

From here you will be picked up by a beautiful water taxi, which will transfer you directly to the heart of Venice - the St. Mark's Square. On your way you will pass by some of the most iconic parts of Venice, which your local tour guide will point out to you and explain.

Traveling by boat is the best way to experience Venice - skip the crowds and walking and see this beautiful city in a unique and intimate way from the water, the way it was meant to be viewed!

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy

The boat will bring you directly to the San Marco Square - the most famous and only "Square of Venice".

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, Piazza San Marco 328, 30124 Venice Italy

Your guide will show you the mosaics adorning the ancient Basilica and its clock tower along with the Campinale (Bell Tower).

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Doge's Palace, Piazza San Marco, 1, 30124 Venice Italy

Another highlight of our tour will be the famous and extraordinary Doge Palace, which for over 1000 years served as the White House and Pentagon for the region.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy

Next, we will finally experience the highlight of this tour: the world-famous gondola ride! Prepare for an adventure of your lifetime, as we divide you into 5-person groups, each traveling on their own gondola.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ponte di Rialto, Ruga degli Orefici (Rialto) San Polo, 30125 Venice Italy

After the gondola ride you can take your time at the San Marco Square to do some shopping and more sightseeing, or walk with our tour guide over to the Rialto bridge and market. Here you will learn about the lives of traders who after a successful day on shore would re-embark on their merchant vessels docked at the port.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Mercati di Rialto, Campo della Pescaria Vicino il Ponte di Rialto, 30125 Venice Italy

See the lively Rialto market where tourists and locals alike go for fresh fish and produce. You will have the opportunity to browse Venetian delicacies, get a snack, drink and go souvenir shopping. From here you can also marvel at the enchanting Rialto Bridge - the first bridge built on the Grand Canal.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy

At the end of your tour you will once again board the beautiful water taxi which will take you back to your luggage. Our tour guides and hosts can help you take public transportation or arrange a private taxi for you to go to your next destination, whether it will be the airport, train station, or a hotel.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Piazzale Roma, 30100 Venice Italy

At the end of the tour, your tour guide will bring you back to your stored luggage at Piazzale Roma or Tronchetto and, if desired, help you arrange transportation to the airport, train station, or your hotel.

Duration: 20 minutes

Inclusions

  • Audio-sets to hear your tour guide better for groups over 10pax
  • 30-minute Gondola Ride in groups of max. 5 people
  • Luggage transportation from ship and storage during tour in Venice
  • Professional experienced local tour guide in Venice
  • Transfers within the city of Venice during the tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry/Admission - Piazza San Marco

Exclusions

  • Entrance fees (none will be required during your tour)
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Inside visits to the Basilica and Doge Palace are not included

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please bring some change in EUR for toilet stops, beverages and for lunch. Please ask our tour guide in Venice to arrange for a stop at an ATM if you do not have EUR with you. US dollars are not accepted in Italy.
  • This tour is not wheelchair or scooter accessible but passengers with reduced mobiliy can do a minimal amount of walking, as we bring the group to and from the St. Mark's Square on a boat.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

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