Sailing with Melodies a Private Gondola Serenade Experience
Overview
Embark on a timeless gondola adventure accompanied by live music along Venice's iconic Grand Canal and its charming smaller waterways near San Marco—an essential experience for any Venice-bound traveler. Departing from Santa Maria del Giglio, you'll meander through the Grand Canal, delving into Venice's historic core from a fresh vantage point.
As you admire the architectural splendor and discover hidden gems, a vocalist on one of the gondolas serenades, adding a touch of magic, especially as the sun dips below the horizon. This shared excursion with fellow passengers provides a rare chance to soak in Venice's romantic ambiance and rich cultural heritage, crafting indelible memories as you glide through the city's serene waters.
What's Included
- 30-minute private Gondola ride accompanied by music
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (Optional)
Meeting Location
Riva degli Schiavoni
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The traditional gondola ride with live musical accompaniment through the Grand Canal and the smaller canals around San Marco is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Venice. Departing from Santa Maria del Giglio and going up the Grand Canal, you will discover the historic center of Venice from another perspective, admiring the beauty of the ancient buildings and the hidden, magical views in a magical atmosphere at sunset.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Newborns should sit on an adult's lap
- Newborns should sit on an adult's lap Gondola departure times may vary at the discretion of the gondoliers.
- It may happen that once you have checked in you still have to wait (maximum 1 hour) beyond the requested time.
- Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support once you have booked the tour with us
- If the chosen time is not available, you will be transferred to another time on the same day. These changes do not depend on us. Therefore, when making the reservation you are aware of this possibility, we will not accept subsequent complaints or refund requests. Example: If you choose the 10:00am time slot and ticket office closes at that time, you will be transferred to the first available time slot, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm or 5:00pm.
- Important notice for last minute bookings (same day or overnight): in case of lack of spaces, the customer will be accommodated the day following the booked date.
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on Sailing with Melodies a Private Gondola Serenade Experience?
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Activity code: C-414004P8
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- 30-minute private Gondola ride accompanied by music.
- Food and drink.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratuities (Optional).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sailing with Melodies a Private Gondola Serenade Experience is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sailing with Melodies a Private Gondola Serenade Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- 30-minute private Gondola ride accompanied by music
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (Optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Newborns should sit on an adult's lap
- Newborns should sit on an adult's lap Gondola departure times may vary at the discretion of the gondoliers.
- It may happen that once you have checked in you still have to wait (maximum 1 hour) beyond the requested time.
- Please leave a Whatsapp number where you will be contacted by our support once you have booked the tour with us
- If the chosen time is not available, you will be transferred to another time on the same day. These changes do not depend on us. Therefore, when making the reservation you are aware of this possibility, we will not accept subsequent complaints or refund requests. Example: If you choose the 10:00am time slot and ticket office closes at that time, you will be transferred to the first available time slot, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm or 5:00pm.
- Important notice for last minute bookings (same day or overnight): in case of lack of spaces, the customer will be accommodated the day following the booked date.
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