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 €250 (private tour only), duration 2.5h
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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 2.5h, 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 €200 (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 tours of small groups of people, giving the chance to experience Venice and its surroundings as locals do.
We currently offer these experiences:
– A Venetian Aperitif on The Lagoon (boat tour)
– Fully customized tours
By the end of 2019 we have welcomed over 3,000 guests from 24 countries around the world, receiving an average of 4.8/5 stars on travel websites such as Airbnb and Trip Advisor. Yet we keep growing and improving day by day 😉
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Reviews
This is a must try for anyone who wants to experience Venice from the canals and lagoons. The views and perspective are unmatched. Alessandro was really fantastic. Friendly and wonderful... read more
Eimear18/11/2022
Alessandro has a great personality (funny, intelligent, personable) & is very knowledgeable about Venice. He took us on a beautiful tour with lots of information and gorgeous views. He brought... read more
Samantha14/07/2024
Il giretto e' carino... vedi Venezia da un'altra prospettiva.... anche la zona di attracco e' poco turistica e ci sn dei bei posticini frequentati da gente del luogo! Alessandro e'... read more
Silvia04/10/2019
If you want to see all of Venice and be provided an excellent overview of all the area's go no further. Alessandro was the best, great personality, very knowledgeable... read more
Mark15/04/2025
Alessandro enhanced our experience with his knowledge about the islands. My son and myself enjoyed the tour and saw places we never would have come across had we not... read more
Elizabeth13/09/2024
Was told about Alessandro's tour from a friend and did not disappoint — a great tour to learn more about Venice and the surrounding islands! Would definitely recommend for all!
Rowan18/10/2024
Great experience, must do in Venice!
Jordan11/11/2022
Alessandro was very kind, helpful and the communication was extremely pleasant. Considering the last minute booking we could not have asked for better. The time spent on the boat will... read more
Daria28/07/2024
Had a great time, although we couldn't go in the canals, we had just as good a trip, if not better, around the city with good wine and good conversation,... read more
Kyle05/09/2022
We enjoyed the tour and water views of the Venice area. Alessandro was a good boat pilot and it was a magical experience. Highly recommend.
Jennifer27/10/2022