Venice: 1-Hour VIP Private Gondola Ride with Champagne & Photos

5.0 (3 reviews) Venice, Italy
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LanguagesGerman, Russian, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience Venice at its most romantic on an exclusive 1-hour private gondola ride, departing just steps from St. Mark’s Square.

Sip premium Italian Champagne as you glide through beautiful hidden canals, pass directly under the world-famous Bridge of Sighs, and continue onto the Grand Canal near the iconic Rialto Bridge.

Your gondola is reserved exclusively for you, offering a private and relaxing experience away from the crowds. Champagne and photos are included, creating beautiful memories of a truly special moment in Venice.

What's included

  • Premium bottle of Italian Champagne
  • Pass directly under the iconic Bridge of Sighs and discover its romantic legend
  • View the famous Rialto Bridge from the water
  • Photos taken at key locations
  • Explore intimate, hidden canals of Venice
  • Cruise along a stunning section of the Grand Canal
  • 1-hour private gondola ride

What to expect

  1. Riva degli Schiavoni
    5m
    Enjoy a luxurious 1-hour private gondola ride with premium Italian Champagne, a digital photo shoot, and exclusive concierge service for your entire stay in Venice.
  2. Ponte di Rialto
    5m
    As your gondola glides beneath the iconic Rialto Bridge, you pass under one of Venice’s most celebrated symbols. Built in the 16th century, this majestic stone bridge has connected merchants, travelers, and dreamers for centuries. From the water, admire its elegant arches, historic shops, and timeless silhouette reflected on the Grand Canal—an unforgettable moment where history, romance, and Venetian beauty meet in perfect harmony.
  3. Canal Grande
    20m
    Gliding along more than half of the legendary Grand Canal, your gondola journey unfolds like a living gallery of Venetian elegance. Departing from the Danieli area, you cruise past some of the city’s most prestigious palaces, including Palazzo Gritti, the mysterious Ca' Dario, and the refined Palazzo Contarini Polignac.

    Along the way, admire the iconic Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the noble Palazzo Falier, and glide beneath the elegant Ponte dell'Accademia. Your route continues past the prestigious Palazzo Loredan, Palazzo Malipiero, and the magnificent Ca' Rezzonico, considered one of the finest palaces on the Grand Canal.

    You will also admire Palazzo Balbi before gently leaving the main waterway and entering the quieter, romantic side canals offering a perfect balance between grandeur and intimacy.
  4. Sestiere San Marco
    20m
    Leaving the grandeur of the Grand Canal behind, your gondola gently enters the intimate waterways surrounding St. Mark’s area, where Venice reveals its most authentic and atmospheric side. You glide past the historic prisons and beneath the legendary Bridge of Sighs, with breathtaking views of the majestic Doge's Palace rising above the water.

    As the journey continues, you drift through peaceful canals lined with centuries-old façades, reaching the elegant surroundings of Santa Maria Formosa, one of Venice’s most charming and historic squares. Far from the crowds, this hidden network of waterways offers a rare glimpse into daily Venetian life, where silence, reflections, and timeless architecture create an atmosphere of pure romance.
  5. Bridge Of Sighs
    5m
    Pass under the famous Bridge of Sighs, one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks, and discover the romantic legend behind this unforgettable place.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please kindly meet us in front of the main entrance of Hotel Paganelli. Our team will be waiting for you outside, just across from the hotel.

End point

Please kindly meet us in front of the main entrance of Hotel Paganelli. Our team will be waiting for you outside, just across from the hotel.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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