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Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola
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After pickup directly at Ravenna Cruise Port, travel to Venice, where your luggage will be securely stored while you explore the city with an expert local guide. Unlike standard shore excursions, this tour includes both a private water taxi ride along the Grand Canal and a traditional gondola ride through Venice's picturesque canals.
Discover Venice's most famous landmarks, including St. Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge, the Doge's Palace and the Rialto Market, while enjoying the comfort of a small group with a maximum of 10 guests per guide.
Designed specifically for disembarking cruise guests, this tour ends in Venice, making it ideal for passengers continuing to a hotel, airport or train station after their cruise.
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What's Included
Included
- Luggage transportation from the cruise ship and secure luggage storage in Venice while you explore
- Air conditioned van on the journey from Ravenna Cruise Ship Port to Venice
- Private water taxi ride along the Grand Canal, showcasing Venice's historic palaces and waterways
- Traditional Venice gondola ride (approximately 25 minutes) with a maximum of 5 guests per gondola
- Premium small-group experience with a maximum of 10 guests per guide
- 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 private water taxi and cruise along Venice's famous Grand Canal, passing magnificent palaces, churches and historic buildings while learning about the city's unique maritime history from your guide. This scenic journey allows you to reach St. Mark's Square comfortably while avoiding crowded bridges and long walks through busy streets.
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
No visit to Venice would be complete without experiencing its most famous tradition. Enjoy a relaxing gondola ride through Venice's charming canals, passing historic buildings and hidden corners of the city that cannot be seen from the main streets. Each gondola is shared by a maximum of 5 guests for a more comfortable and intimate experience.
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
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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:
- Luggage transportation from the cruise ship and secure luggage storage in Venice while you explore
- Air conditioned van on the journey from Ravenna Cruise Ship Port to Venice
- Private water taxi ride along the Grand Canal, showcasing Venice's historic palaces and waterways
- Traditional Venice gondola ride (approximately 25 minutes) with a maximum of 5 guests per gondola
- Premium small-group experience with a maximum of 10 guests per guide
...and more
The starting point is: After leaving your cruise ship, simply look for your driver holding a "VEXPERIO" sign with your name. They will be waiting for you at the Ravenna c.... 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.