Our Experiences
A Venetian Aperitif On The Lagoon
From €60 per person (duration 1.5h), available all year round
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Step aboard my Patana boat (with space for up to 10 guests) and experience Venice like never before—with a refreshing aperitif in hand and the city’s most stunning views all around you. As your local guide and captain, I’ll take you beyond the tourist paths, navigating hidden canals and cruising through the breathtaking outer lagoon. Along the way, I’ll share stories, history, and insights about Venice, its lagoon, and the magic of its islands. From the moment we set off, I’ll serve you Prosecco, beers and chips/crisps, setting the mood for a relaxed and memorable 1.5-hour journey. You’ll enjoy iconic panoramas of San Marco, Giudecca, San Giorgio, San Pietro, the southern lagoon, and more—ideal for capturing unforgettable photos. This tour is perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, or groups of friends looking to unwind, learn, and see the city from a unique perspective. We’ll return to our starting point at the end of the tour.
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Discover The Northern Lagoon (Murano, Burano and Torcello)
From €300 (private tour only), duration 3.5h
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As your skipper and guide, I’ll take you beyond the crowds to discover the Northern Lagoon’s most enchanting islands.
1) We’ll begin in Murano, where you’ll step inside a traditional glass factory for a mesmerizing 45-minute visit, then you’ll admire the island’s beauty from my boat.
2) Next we’ll head to Burano, famous for its lace and charm, where you’ll have 45–60 minutes to stroll through its rainbow-colored streets.
3) We’ll end in serene Torcello, where 30 minutes is just enough to soak in its ancient soul and quiet green paths.
After Torcello I will take you back to Venice. This experience is the perfect blend of local insight, relaxed cruising, and authentic island magic
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Swimming Experience
From €300 (private tour only), duration 2h
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You will experience the venetian life as real locals do, and you will have the chance to swim and snorkle in our beautiful lagoon and sea. This experience lasts about 2h, you will get on my boat and I will take you to the best secret spots for swimming and snorkeling near Venice, away from the traffic where the water is clean and calm. You only have to bring your own towel, as I can provide clean swim suits for all sizes.
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Explore The Spooky Island of Venice
From €250 (private tour only), duration 2h
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You will hop on my boat (10 seats available) and we will head towards the most spooky Island of Venice: Poveglia. This place used to be a quarantine island for the black plague in the 15th century, and then it became an insane asylum during the 19th and 20th century. Nowadays it’s abandoned and it’s famous for being the most haunted island in the world.
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Customized Experiences
We also offer fully tailored experiences around Venice, from small private tours to big groups of travellers.
Please contact us here for any special request ;)
About Us
Vidal Venice Tours was born in early 2018 from the values of a young traveller, Alessandro.
We strongly believe in authentic and intimate boat tours, giving the chance to experience Venice and its surroundings as locals do.
We currently offer various boat tours including: Murano and Burano tours, A Venetian Aperitif on The Lagoon, swimming tours and much more.
Our current boat is 7.5m (24 ft) long, has 11 seats available, has a canopy for hot summer days, and can navigate up to 30kts (35mph) making it the ideal boat for comfort and long transfers across the lagoon (for example while visiting islands like Murano, Burano and Torcello).
By the end of 2024 we have welcomed over 20,000+ guests from 30+ countries around the world, receiving an average of 5 stars on travel websites such as Google, Airbnb and Trip Advisor. Yet we keep growing and improving day by day 😉
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Reviews
We had an amazing time on our Venice boat tour! It was the perfect way to kick off our trip and get a feel for the city and its neighboring... read more
Moises23/07/2025
Really enjoyed the tour and drink tour hosted by Alessandro. He is a genuine and really nice guy who allows you to enjoy the experience, as well as provide informative... read more
Dan23/09/2022
Alessandro was a great guide in showing us around parts of the main island and some of the smaller ones all while telling us interesting bits of history and showing... read more
Jonathan23/07/2024
Enjoyed it! Thank you.
Stephanie13/08/2025
Host simpatico e preparato , puntuale ed eperienza arricchente
Michele14/08/2020
We had a fantastic sunset ride with Alessandro. It was a truly unique experience to see beyond the typical tourist spots. Highly recommend!
Coco26/10/2025
This was the best thing we did in Venice! Alessandro takes you to areas of the lagoon that you wouldn’t normally see, and is very knowledgeable about the area.
Katy14/09/2024
Great experience! Alessandro gave a knowledgeable and fun tour.
Claudia07/09/2022
Die Fahrt mit dem Boot war äußerst exclusiv - wir waren 5 Gäste an Bord.
Unser Gastgeber Allessandro kann sehr gut mit seinem Boot und den Gästen umgehen. Für uns... read more
Laura17/07/2025
Beautiful tour! We saw so much more of Venice that we had never even heard of. Alessandro is so friendly and knowledgeable, the tour is relaxed and educational. Great vibes!
Matthew15/07/2024