Romantic tour of Florence at sunset by traditional gondola

Highlights

  • Sunset cruise on the Arno River

  • Sunset cruise on the Arno River

  • Ride a traditional Florentine “barchetto”

  • Sip wine while admiring city landmarks

  • Enjoy romantic views of Florence at dusk

Summary

Take a romantic cruise with this tour of Florence at sunset along the Arno River. With just four traditional Florentine gondolas left, it’s a unique and not to be missed experience!
    

Tour info

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Experience the magic of Florence with Towns of Italy, a tour operator known for quality, authenticity, and innovation. Enjoy a romantic Arno River cruise at sunset aboard one of the last traditional “barchetti” in Florence. With no engine noise, your “barcaiolo” will glide the boat using a long pole, offering a serene and charming journey.

 Admire iconic landmarks like the Uffizi Gallery, elegant riverside palazzos, and the historic Ponte Vecchio. Listen to fascinating stories from your licensed guide while sipping a refreshing glass of wine. This unforgettable gondola-style boat ride reveals Florence from a unique perspective, showcasing its beauty and heritage at the most romantic time of day. Perfect for couples seeking a special, intimate experience.

 

What’s included?

  • Semi-private experience (max 8 pax)

  • Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)

  • Cool Wine aboard (soft drink for children)

  • English speaking fully licensed History guide

  • Only in English for the highest quality

  • Transfer from to meeting points

  • Extras

  • Tips

Things to know

Before you book

  • The tour departure might be cancelled due to rain.

  • In case we cancel the tour (and only in this case), guest options are:

  • 1) Rain check to be used the following day or at any other time, subject to availability.

  • 2) 100% refund for tour cancellation.

  • Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accomodate them.

Before you go

  • The tour departure might be cancelled due to rain. In case we cancel the tour (and only in this case), guest options are:

  • 1) Rain check to be used the following day or at any other time, subject to availability.

  • 2) 100% refund for tour cancellation.

  • Please note that from mid September the Sunset will start when the tour departs so you could admire the city night lights..

  • Children must be alwways accompained by an adult

Cancellation Policy

    48 HRS cancellation policy. Full penalty applies for cancellations in the last 48 hours prior to tour departure. Full penalty applies for no-shows. <p><strong>The tour departure might be cancelled due to rain.</strong></p> <p>We will do our best to proceed with the tour. However rain could prevent us from being able to offer an enjoyable and fully safe experience.<br /> In any case, clients should show up at the meeting point at the scheduled time, or contact the office in advance.<br /> In case we cancel the tour (and only in this case), guest options are:</p> <p>1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Rain check&nbsp;to be used the following day or at any other time, subject to availability. &nbsp;The Rain check is a voucher given to client. The voucher is transferable and may be sold or given to others to use at a future date and lasts up to 1 year from date.<strong>&nbsp;</strong>It has a value that can be possible used in any other tour provided by our company.</p> <p>2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;100% refund for tour cancellation.</p>

About operator:

We design and craft all our experiences from the ground up in every detail.The profound knowledge of Italian culture and territory allows us to shape experiences unlike any other, each one with a different emphasis. A well-run organization and a network of dedicated professionals ensure that we can devise each experience maintaining the highest quality standards by monitoring every step of the process.We can thus provide memorable experiences tailored for a deep dive into the culture of our country and savor the Italian taste for life, stress-free.Our fresh and unique approach has been refined over the last 19 years of expertise, gained with Florencetown, a model that we have now decided to extend nationwide, by establishing Towns Of Italy. Our flexible and wide-ranging organization, embodying the talent of 120 people all across the country and a team of high profile Key People who, day in and day out, create such memorable experiences.Our mission is to welcome clients from around the world in Italy and provide them with unforgettable shared and private experiences, focusing on quality, authenticity, and innovation.