Private Gondelfahrt

My expectations for a wonderful boat ride were not met. It was like a Disney ride with one gondola in front of another. Therefore, as we boarded the boat we had to wait to move because of the numerous boats in front of us. this would then result in a 30 minute ride essentially around the block with about 3minutes on the grand canal. What a disappointment. So much so we did seek out a better gondola ride on another day which lived up to my expectations. If this enterprise should continue, I would be suprirsed and cannot see anyone giving a good review.

It was very boring. We had some young guy that tried to whistle jingle bell rock. There was zero ambiance. No nothing. Even if the guy can’t sing at least have a little music for ambience. Very unfortunate. It just seemed like get on, ride, get off. I know the gondola is an important part of the Venice experience but for the price I’d look at another option.

It is only 30 minutes and no longer at the most. Sometimes, the gondola can be a little shakey if the wind is blowing.

The ride itself was nice (despite the cloudy, cool weather). Wish we could have been serenaded. The meet-up with Viator guide was frustrating! We were given an address that was several hundred feet from where the guide was; had to call Viator.

I would not recommend this to her at all. Our train was running late. I called to try to change it and I got nowhere. The only thing I got was too late totally disappointed and would not recommend this group for this tour.

Gondolier did not speak English and was not overly engaging or friendly. The tour itself was lovely. The tour lasted thirty minutes.

Our family of four (including two teenage boys) experienced the private gondola ride. Our gondolier was quite reticent, but that actually was a positive for us as we were able to relax and enjoy the beautiful views without interruption.

The cost of the gondola tour locally is 90 Euro for a day ride; there is plenty of availability. Charging 195 Euro is a massive rip off for no additional activity, explanation or value provided

Worth every penny!! The boat ride is not overly long, but my wife loved it!! We played classical Venetian music and our gondolier was great!

The meeting point was easy to find and tour director was waiting. I did find the gondolier was not very friendly and while it wasn't a tour, he could have said something during the ride.