6/1/26 DO NOT TAKE THIS TOUR!!!!! It is a SCAM. The tour indicates 6hrs. The guide is with you for the first 30 minutes on a boat that takes you to Murano island, and then he dropped us off at Murano and vanished. After the Murano visit, which was all done by ourselves, we headed back to the boat, where he took us back to the main island to board a gondola. Again, this was a 30 minute trip. The guide does not get on the Gondola with you. The Gondola ride was 30 minutes. As we existed the Gondola, our guide came to us and thanked us and said “have a nice day”. We were stunned and said, what about the rest of our tour? He said that was not his job and it belonged to someone else. So in total, the guide was with us for 60 minutes. We reached out to the provider who indicated that the time spent on the gondola and Murano island (even though the guide was not present) is counted. So what the heck do we need the guide for? We paid $1400 to guide ourselves. After going back and forth with this scam of a tour company, we said we would take it up with our credit card company, considering they refused to compensate for the lack of a proper tour. On top of that, we were charged $200 for the gondola, only to find out that is only cost $95. All this wicked company kept saying to me as a response was; “well you agreed to our terms.” We live the US and booked from there. How are we supposed to know the tour guide is not with you for 6hrs as advertised. AVOID AT ALL COST! SCAM!!!!
Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $1,144 / person
- Location
- Venice, Italy
- Rating
- 3.7 / 5 · 3 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Top Venice
- Meeting point
- we will meet you at santa lucia train station holding a sign with your name at your train arrival platform
Description
this tour is the perfect combination to visit the most important attractions of venice in one day ... it's perfect for people traveling by train or by car from other cities and want to spend a full day in Venice. we will organize for you a Grand Canal boat tour to Murano, a visit of a famous glass factory, a city tour of venice's famous spot like San Marco square and Rialto bridge and a way back transfer to train station or to your hotel in Venice
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10 times a day, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 23
- Group price
- $1,144 per group of up to 6
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Canal Grande
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Murano
visit the famous glass factory
Piazza San Marco
Ponte di Rialto
What's included
Included
private tour of the grand canal by boat with guide 1 hour to murano
visit of one historical glass factory in murano 1 hour
way back transfer to hotel or santa lucia train station or Piazzale Roma
city tour 2 hours with local professional guide
shuttle boat offered by the glass factory from murano to San Marco (can be shared with other guests)
Not included
lunch
entrance fees during the city tour
Pickup Locations & Times
we pick up the clients at Santa Lucia train station or at Piazzale Roma or in all hotels in venice including Cipriani , Kempinski, JW Marriott
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.7
3 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide take?
Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide cost?
Prices start at $1,144 per person for this Venice experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. we pick up the clients at Santa Lucia train station or at Piazzale Roma or in all hotels in venice including Cipriani , Kempinski, JW Marriott Pickup points include Hotel Monaco & Grand Canal.
What languages is Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Venice in a Day: Private Tour with Expert Local Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Top Venice.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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SCAM!!! Do not book!!!
B
Excellent day trip. ...
Excellent day trip. Guide was very knowledgeable and planned around our interests and time constraints.
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