Italy · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Half of this coastline only makes sense from the water. The 15 below run from a forty-minute gondola to a full day under sail off Capri, each priced and clear about how much of it is swimming and how much is transfer.
See Murano glass, quiet Torcello, and colorful Burano on a well-priced half-day boat tour from Venice with multilingual commentary.
“the trip was really nice, the Burano stop should be a bit longer, perhaps an extra 30 min, apart from it it was perfect.”
See Murano glassblowing, Burano’s colorful canals, and Torcello’s historic sights on a six-hour Venice lagoon boat tour for $28.
“This trip was awesome for a visit to all of the close islands to Venice. We had great transportation with an amazing view, were given very clear instructions on meeting points and times, and had lots of time to visit each island ourselves. This was 100% worth our money.”
Review of a full-day Lake Como tour from Milan with Como, Villa Olmo, Bellagio, luxury bus travel, and a private one-hour boat cruise.
“The trip was great. Our guide, Marina, was amazing, very funny. Beautiful views and a well organized experience. I strongly recommend this trip!”
Cruise from Venice to Murano and Burano for a glass-blowing demonstration, colorful canals, free time, and an easy lagoon escape for $34.
“Fantastic day trip. Just the right amount of time with kids, and our guide helped with timing to ensure we were back in time. The glass blowing demonstration was fantastic, about 10 minutes, but not much free time in Murano although not needed. Free time around Burano was great, beautiful little village.”
Visit Murano and Burano by private boat, with glassblowing, lace-making, island time, and an expert Venice guide in five hours.
“Our adventure on Murano and Burano was a wonderful experience. Rachel our guide was excellent. She was very knowledgeable with also personable as well. I would highly recommend this tour and Rachel as a guide!”
Visit Murano and Burano from Venice by panoramic boat, with a glassblowing demonstration, colorful canals, multilingual commentary, and free time.
“lovely boat ride to murano. Glass making experience in the factory was lovely. burano was also sweet. all in all a great half day spent on the tour.”
Cruise Sardinia’s La Maddalena islands for beaches, swimming, snorkeling, local stories, and a free hour in La Maddalena for $59.
“It’s one of our favourite boat trips we’ve ever done! Extremely well organised, we loved the fact that we kept our own seats for the whole trip! The guide was great & very friendly The itinerary was very good stopping at all of the best places around La Maddalena. We loved all of the beaches & the beautiful sea We had some Calamari which was delicious & French fries served at your table A very enjoyable trip & we’d highly recommend”
Circle Capri by boat for Faraglioni views, sea caves, Roman ruins, and an optional Blue Grotto visit, with swimming on selected trips.
“Thankfully there is now a map option to locate the starting point. It really helped. It is all a bit chaotic at the pier but ask questions and you get in the right boat! It is a lovely hour seeing the island and its sights.”
Cruise Milan’s Navigli canals for 50 minutes, passing San Cristoforo, Vicolo dei Lavandai, Darsena, and Leonardo’s Conchetta.
“good trip, You can find The place easily and use the metro to get there. 50 minutes trip.”
Tour Murano and Burano by private boat, watch glassblowing and lacemaking, and enjoy colorful streets, free time, and local shopping.
“Chiara was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. The tour itself was very enjoyable and I would thoroughly recommend.”
Explore Isola Bella, Isola Madre, and Isola dei Pescatori from Stresa with flexible boats, lake views, gardens, palaces, and lunch stops.
“Unfortunately there was no guide, tickets got us the transfer to the islands only. Boats were fast, comfortable and there was enough room for everybody. They ran on time and we were very happy with this tour.”
Cruise from Naples along the Amalfi Coast, with sea views of Sorrento, free time in Amalfi and Positano, plus optional Ravello.
“This is now the second time I’ve made this trip, and it was absolutely fantastic. The crew is exceptionally organized, professional, and friendly. Communication was seamless from the moment we booked until the end of our journey. I highly recommend this trip!”
Cruise from Naples to Capri for grottoes, Faraglioni views, free island time, and an optional swim stop near the famous rocks.
“Loved our trip to Capri. Anastasia our guide was lovely. She could not have helped us more. She gave us great information about everything from things to see on the sea trip to Capri to things to do in Capri itself. We availed of the inclusive bus travel with chair lift tickets which was a great experience. I would happily recommend HP Travel for your trip from Naples to Capri.”
Cruise Polignano a Mare’s caves by speedboat, swim in clear Adriatic water, enjoy an Italian aperitif, and see the coast from the sea.
“This was a great way to see the caves of Polignano a Mare. Our guide was funny and entertaining. I would definitely recommend this activity especially as an activity in the off season.”
Review of Venice’s 3-hour St. Mark’s Basilica, hidden Castello walk, and Grand Canal boat tour, with practical tips on price, timing, and value.
“Both guides had a wealth of knowledge and were very pleasant and accommodating. I suggest seeing Venice via foot and boat as you get two very different perspectives.”
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