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Crafting Dreams.

Venice | Italy

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Crafting Dreams. in Venice | Italy Private Tour
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Boat Tour in Venice, exploring crafts and history in Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Fort Sant’Andrea.

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Davide De Giorgi

What is this?

Prepare to be captivated on a 6.5-hour private boat tour through Venice’s cultural tapestry, weaving together its craftsmanship, history, and natural beauty along the Venetian lagoon. Begin in Murano, where you’ll witness the ancient art of glassblowing at an exclusive, family-run factory. On Burano, the island’s vibrant facades welcome you to its lace-making traditions, and a special lace tour offers insight into this delicate craft. Next, stroll the historic streets of Torcello, uncovering tales of Attila the Hun and Venice’s earliest settlements. A traditional lunch in a Torcello restaurant introduces you to local flavors in a picturesque setting. In the afternoon, explore the historic Fort Sant’Andrea, an abandoned stronghold strategically situated in the Venetian Lagoon. The tour concludes at the pier of San Marco Square, where, as the boat bobs in the waters overlooking the Doge’s Palace, Davide shares stories of Venetian grandeur and its enduring legacy.

What makes this unique?

From the mesmerizing glassblowing traditions at Murano’s family-run atelier—where your guide’s personal connections grant exclusive access—to the intricate lacemaking at Burano’s historic workshop, tied to the guide’s own family heritage, this private tour in Venice offers an intimate window into its artistic soul. Torcello’s quiet streets invite you to step back into Venice’s origins, with its ancient Cathedral renowned for its Byzantine mosaics and ties to the city’s earliest settlers. At Fort Sant’Andrea, you’ll step into a historic stronghold designed by Michelangelo’s pupil, Andrea Palladio, and strategically placed to protect Venice’s lagoon. Aboard a vintage motorboat and guided by a passionate Venetian, this meticulously curated private boat tour blends natural beauty, personal connections, and Venetian traditions into a journey that celebrates the enduring spirit of the lagoon’s islands.

What is the profile of the host?

A passionate and experienced boatman and guide - born and raised in Venice, Davide De Giorgi has an extensive knowledge of the city’s lagoons, which he acquired through his family’s fishing background and his own experiences sailing around on a vintage motorboat. This cultural insight, along with Davide’s studies in anthropology and languages, make his tours an unforgettable immersive experience.

What to bring?

Wind-cheater and sunscreen during summertime. Warm layers in wintertime. **For your safety, this tour may be canceled in bad weather. Davide will message you via Chat if any slight time adjustments are needed due to tides or weather.

Where is this located?

Where will we meet?

This tour starts and ends in Venice. After booking, contact Davide via Chat to confirm pickup: typically at a vaporetto stand close to your hotel if you're staying in Venice, or a pre-agreed point.

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EUR 220
per person

Private

4 - 8 people

6.5 hours
The price includes all fees and tips.
This Experience accommodates a minimum of 4 and maximum of 8 participants to make the base costs and logistics work. Fewer people can book but will be charged a supplemental fee to achieve the minimum. What's Included: Coffee/water. The factory tour is very special, it’s hard for tourists to access it on their own. A typical Venice lunch at Torcello is included. Children below 6 years can join free-of-charge. Chat with Davide after booking if small children are joining so he can prepare.
Offered in English, French, Italian

Private

4 - 8 people

6.5 hours
The price includes all fees and tips.
This Experience accommodates a minimum of 4 and maximum of 8 participants to make the base costs and logistics work. Fewer people can book but will be charged a supplemental fee to achieve the minimum. What's Included: Coffee/water. The factory tour is very special, it’s hard for tourists to access it on their own. A typical Venice lunch at Torcello is included. Children below 6 years can join free-of-charge. Chat with Davide after booking if small children are joining so he can prepare.
Offered in English, French, Italian