Private Murano, Burano & Torcello Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Murano's renowned glassblowing workshops
- Discover Burano's vibrant lace-making traditions
- Visit Torcello's ancient cathedral and tranquil surroundings
- Enjoy personalized attention with a private guide
- Experience the serene beauty of Venice's surrounding islands
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private boat transportation to Murano, Burano, and Torcello islands
- Guided tours of Murano's glassblowing workshop, Burano's lace-making demonstration, and Torcello's ancient cathedral
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Venice
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Navigate through the Venetian Lagoon to reach the islands and enjoy the view!
The island of Murano is the first stop of this excursion: you will have a chance to enter a glass factory and see the masters working the glass as they have been doing for centuries and then visit the center of the island.
Second stop of this half day excursion is Burano, famous for the colorful fishermen's houses and for the traditional handmade laces
Torcello is the third and last stop of this tour. The island is the first to be inhabited in the Venetian lagoon and still shows the traces of its origins.
Pass by: The church of Santa Fosca stands in the main square of Torcello and is a fine example of venetian-byzantine style.
In the middle of Torcello stands the ancient Attila's throne.
Pass by: Cross the Devil's Bridge which still preserves the shape of the ancient Venetian bridges
Pass by: The boat leaves from St'Mark's Square, which you will have the chance to admire from a different perspective.
Meeting point
Start Location
Bucintoro Viaggi, Calle Minelli, 4267/A, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is conducted in English; please ensure you understand the language.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
- Please inform the operator of any special requests or needs at the time of booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and vibrant architecture.
- Consider bringing a light jacket, as the sea breeze can be cool, especially in the mornings.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates. For more information, including details about exemptions and the specific dates when the fee applies.
Traveler reviews
We had a wonderful time. ...
We had a wonderful time. Elle was a great tour guide. Lots of helpful information. She customized the afternoon for us and it was perfect!
They cheat customers, they're fruitful
They sold me a tour of burano and murano, they deceive customers. The one on Dec 25th that was the date was closed and nobody answered. They don't want to give back. They don't compress with them.
Cancelled at the last minute
The communication with this company was horrible! Our tour was “pending” still at 12:30 for a 2:00p tour. They had a zero refund cancellation policy so we were spending the day hoping we would be confirmed. We went to pick up the tickets from the address we received in the email. Taped to the door was a note saying that their office was closed and that we needed to go to a different address. About one hour before we were supposed to board our boat for our private tour (remember that we were walking back and forth in Venice to get the tickets) we received an email that they had oversold the “private” trip and ours was cancelled. So we were locked in to 900€ without being able to cancel, not being able to do something else just to be cancelled at the last minute. Please don’t trust this tour operator
Recommended,
Beautiful Day, Visit of Murano with demonstration of a craftsman the processing of blown glass (example), Visit and Lunch in Burano beautiful island with the characteristic colorful houses. Visit to Torcello small and pretty island. Great price / Service ratio.
Awesome Boat Tour of the Venetian Islands
We had a great day out in the lagoon visiting the islands. Each island is distinct and very interesting. Our guide, Barbara, was amazing! She is knowledgeable, fun, and enthusiastic. She took into consideration our needs and adapted her program to please us. We enjoyed our time out - it went by way too quickly.