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Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola
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Your journey begins with luxury minivan transportation from Ravenna Port to Venice. Upon arrival, you’ll meet your passionate local guide, who will accompany you by private water taxi straight to St. Mark’s Square. Skip the long walks and crowded bridges as your guide shows you the city’s most iconic landmarks..
Enjoy a guided tour of St Marks Square and Rialto before experiencing an intimate gondola ride. Afterward, you’ll have free time to explore, or grab a bite at your leisure. At the end of the tour, we’ll take you back to your luggage and assist with your onward journey to your hotel or airport, making this a seamless and luxurious experience from start to finish.
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What's Included
Included
- Small groups of maximum 10 people per guide
- Gondola Ride in groups of max. 5 people (approx 25 min)
- Air conditioned van on the journey from Ravenna Cruise Ship Port to Venice
- Private water taxi transfers within the city of Venice during the tour
- Luggage transportation from ship and storage during tour in Venice
- Professional experienced local tour guide in Venice
- 24/7 Customer support, assistance with other arrangements and tours
Not Included
- Entrance fees (none will be required during your tour)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Inside visits to the Basilica and Doge Palace are not included
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Itinerary
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
From Ravenna we will bring you directly to Piazzale Roma. 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.
Here you will meet your guide. Groups are limited to 10 guests for a more personal experience.
Board a beautiful private water taxi and glide along the Grand Canal to St. Mark's Square—avoiding crowded bridges and summer heat while enjoying insights about Venice's famous waterways.
Duration: 30 minutes
Duration: 60 minutes
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission ticket NOT included
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission ticket NOT included
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
You will also have some free time 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
Duration: 30 minutes
At the end of your tour you will return to the Piazzale Roma where we store 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.
Please note that our private tours can make private custom arrangements for you ahead of time, such as a transfer to hotel or next destination. Please contact us for more details.
Duration: 20 minutes
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 7 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- Small groups of maximum 10 people per guide
- Gondola Ride in groups of max. 5 people (approx 25 min)
- Air conditioned van on the journey from Ravenna Cruise Ship Port to Venice
- Private water taxi transfers within the city of Venice during the tour
- Luggage transportation from ship and storage during tour in Venice
...and more
The starting point is: Our driver will be waiting for you at the port of Ravenna holding up a sign that reads "Vexperio" and your name on it.. We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.