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 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
Alessandro did a great job explaining the different areas in Venice and providing more info on Venice that we would not have otherwise had. I would highly recommend this tour!
Marissa12/05/2025
It was unique way to here all about Venice. It was away from the touristy parts. The host was kind, knowledgeable and funny. He kept the Prosecco flowing. We... read more
Jennifer21/06/2025
Alessandro was so wonderful and entertaining. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Venice and the surrounding islands. He gave us a fabulous tour of the waterways and all... read more
Nancy06/04/2025
This tour was great! Alessandro was very knowledgeable and gave us some great insight/showed us some cool things that you won't get on a big company tour. Highly recommend
Adam19/09/2024
What a wonderful trip. The experience was one I will never forget. A must do while in Venice!!!
Pam20/01/2020
A great tour of the islands of Venice. We were lucky to be on a tour by ourselves with Alessandro. This is the 2nd time we’ve done this tour as... read more
John15/10/2025
Amazing tour!! Alessandro had a wealth of knowledge and clearly knew his stuff. He showed us both the touristy stuff and also the hidden gems. Kept us well entertained, informed... read more
Benjamin09/08/2024
First time booking an experience through Airbnb. It was fantastic! Highlight of our time in Venice. Alessandro was kind, attentive and made his guests comfortable with his stellar boat driving... read more
Heather02/10/2022
It was a treat to see a side of Venice you wouldn’t see on a normal tour. Obviously you can take the traditional gondola ride, but if you are looking... read more
Dianna01/10/2024
Allessandro was the perfect host and we had such a fun time! It was a great way to spend a relaxing evening on the water and learn about Venice... read more
Amanda30/08/2024