Venice Boat Tour With Grand Canal And Tower Climb

Highlights

  • Float along the Grand Canal in a private luxury speed boat.

  • See Venice’s most famous sights from the water.

  • Discover the hidden gem of San Giorgio Maggiore.

  • Drink in splendid views of Venice from atop a bell tower.

  • Enjoy an intimate experience with a small group.

Summary

Wind through the picturesque canals of Venice in a private motorboat, enjoying unbeatable views of St. Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge, Bridge of Sighs, and more. 

Tour info

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€119.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€114.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English

Why take this tour?

See the sights of the surreal canal city in style with a luxury motorboat tour of the Grand Canal. Marvel at the unforgettable beauty of the famous canal as you ride past sights like the Doge's Palace and Rialto Bridge with a professional driver guiding the way. Arrive at the Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore to climb up into the bell tower for exceptional views over the city. Small-group tour size limited to eight people.

What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Expertly guided boat tour

  • Ticket for San Giorgio Maggiore Bell Tower

  • Headset

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • This tour is in English.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

  • The Bell Tower at San Giorgio Maggiore occasionally closes due to holy days without much advance notice. If time permits, we will notify you prior to your tour. For last-minute closure, you will tour the exterior of the site. In case it is inaccessible due to the elevator being out of service, no refund will be provided, as this is a matter outside of our control.

  • Due to the religious nature of San Giorgio Church, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.

  • In the event of bad weather, the boat operator may be required to cancel the tour for safety reasons. Please note that as this decision is made with your safety in mind, no refunds will be provided in such cases.

  • This tour will have a maximum of 8 travelers. If you want to book this tour with more than 8 people, please contact the tour provider.

Before you go

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • Due to the religious nature of San Giorgio Church, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

  • If you want to book this tour with more than 8 people, please contact us ([email protected]).

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.