My experience will take you to see Venice through the eyes of a true Venetian! I was born and raised... Unfortunately Venice is invaded by guides and companions who pretend to be city lovers and instead... I will take you step by step around the islands. We will get off my boat together, and we will visit together the most beautiful things you can see, teaching you the secrets of my city! Only a Venetian can do it!!
Posted By : BethRJames
We had the best day out with Davide. He is Venetian-born and his command of the history of the area was so appreciated.
We cannot believe how much was packed into the tour but we never felt rushed. We visited Murano to see a glass manufacturing process and then went on to Burano, which was a magical place. We visited several boutique artisan shops offering lace, glass, food and gorgeous linen clothing. The ride home included a short history lesson of the uninhabited islands. We couldn’t have asked for a better day out and didn’t want the tour to end. We plan to come back later this year for a sunset cruise. This was great value for the money and one of the highlights of our trip to Venice.
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Posted On : 2024-06-24 04:02:55 
Posted By : Robin_M
We enjoyed the views from the boat. The small group was a great way to experience the islands. Michele, our driver and guide, provided interesting information about the islands and landmarks. One of the most enjoyable aspects was the ride through the canals surrounding Torcello. This was wonderful and definitely worth the money!
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Posted On : 2024-06-23 07:16:45 
Posted By : W7291SPdebbieb
If you want the most magical day that you will remember forever go out with Davide a Venetian for generations on his private boat to Burano and Murano. We have teenage daughters and this was their favorite day. They especially loved being on the boat with Davide. Burano was the first stop. It is filled with beauty. From the colored homes to the incredible lace that is created here. Davide is so knowledgeable as this area is his homeland. It is his pride and joy and for good reason. He took us to the best lace maker/artist in all of Burano. The Lace store is called DALLA LIDIA and we purchased the most beautiful lace tablecloth made by Signora Paola who has stunning artistry. There we also saw a small lace museum. It is important to go to the place where the lace is real the art handed down from generation to generation and not manufactured on a machine. Only an insider would know this. Davide took us to get cookies that are special to the island. We saw mask making which is very specific to this area from a real artist at the Eugenio shop. We then made our way to Murano which of course is famous for the art of glass making. Here we had the privilege to meet and watch an a glass blowing artist at Mocenigo Glass Factory that has been doing this since his teens. He retired and came in just so we could watch and it was a once in a lifetime experience. He made several pieces right in front of us. Next we met Cristian the kindest most amazing man from Mocegino where we could see a gallery of pieces to choose our special piece. Once chosen we found out they would be engraving it with our family name and we took pictures. Cristian even gave my teens and myself a Murano glass bracelet as a gift and it was just such an emotional and touching experience. What are we without art? Finally we went to a fabulous restaurant on the water that was just breathtaking. Then Davide sadly took us home. It was a highlight of our trip. Don’t use tour guides that are from other countries which is most. Make sure you book with Davide. His love for Venice and the surrounding islands and his deep relationships gave us a day we will never forget and special pieces to remind us always of this experience. If we could give 20 stars we would!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-23 04:53:58
Posted By : Paul H
Davide was as professional, knowledgeable, and fun. He will made you feel welcome and special.
We had a great tour with him.
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Posted On : 2024-06-22 04:18:43
Posted By : Mirco V
The tour is incredible!! Our capitan take us every where around lagoon!! Murano, mocenigo factory is amazing, Cristian our guide inside is super! Burano is excellent. Davide grazie a lot
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Posted On : 2024-06-19 15:11:02
Posted By : Barbara_W
What a fun trip with Davide on his boat! My 14 year old daughter and I booked this trip to see Murano and Burano and we love being on smaller boats. This was perfect and so much fun! Davide is lively and colorful and will show you a more intimate side of these two historical islands. Watching the craftsmen create the handblown glass on Murano is remarkable and beautiful. Learning the history of these islands was equally as interesting and intriguing. My daughter and I especially loved learning about the handmade lace in Burano and how intricate and time consuming this art really is. We happened to catch a Regatta on our way back to Venice which was also very cool on its own. Overall we loved this part of our trip! Thank you Davide for making our day memorable and fun ❤️
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Posted On : 2024-06-16 08:53:45
Posted By : M605RUchiarab
100 real local !! Davide takes us inside the Mocenigo Glass Factory!! I’ve boutht 6 Amazon glass and One bottle!! Burano si fantastic and David knowledge every One !! Se finish with ve issa.
Grazie Davide
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Posted On : 2024-06-11 17:44:18
Posted By : Laura_B
Davide was great! Each island had a unique charm. We ended up getting a small item from Murano and Burano (glass ornament and lace handkerchief). Seeing Venice through the eyes of a Venitian and private boat tour was well worth it. Davide also ga e a great food suggestion for lunch.
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Posted On : 2024-06-10 09:36:49
Posted By : Courtney_W
From start to finish, this was an absolutely amazing experience.
Davide was punctual, attentive, friendly, and above all else, he was accessible. 3 generations of my family were on this adventure, ranging from a grandmother to a toddler, and Davide engaged with all of us as if we were old family friends.
We were picked up on time at the designated meeting spot, which was quite easy to locate. From there we departed in Davide's private boat, to the outer islands of the lagoon. Davide provided commentary about the scenery, answering our questions from a local's perspective.
Burano was our first stop, where we toured a lace shop & a mask shop; interacting with the proprietors. Our 6-year old daughter was treated like a little princess at both places, which anyone travelling with young children knows, the mood of a vacation is predicated upon the happiness of the child!! Since this was a private tour, we were given personalized access to the items being sold & the individuals who made the items. On the way back to the boat, we stopped for cookies, which definitely kept the 6-year old happy.
Our next stop was the small island of Mazzorbo, where Davide (using his local charm) set up an ad hoc wine tasting for my wife and I at Venissa. What an absolutely amazing & unexpected surprise. To learn the history of the Dorona di Venezia with Luka, an actual sommelier, was wonderful.
Our final stop of the day was the wonderful island of Murano, where Davide got us our own "private" tour of the glass making process. Again, we were given personalized access to one of the glass maker's gallery, where we had our own guide to answer all of our questions about the items being sold.
Davide returned us to the original meeting spot and assisted us with getting a table at the restaurant Algiubagio.
Overall, this was an absolutely amazing experience. To see the lagoon, alongside one of its native sons is a trip I highly recommend. Davide naturally exudes pride in his profession, his "home," and the Venetian people. At no point did we feel like tourists, which is worth the price of admission.
Ciao!!
Court Widmier
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Posted On : 2024-05-23 06:42:31
Posted By : Samantha_A
This was truly one of our highlights for Venice! Davide is a true local who was able to lift the veil and give us a glimpse into life behind the tourism. We had a wonderful time getting exclusive experiences with craftsman and shop makers, browsing the local shops and talking about the history of the islands. It was a fun day and Davide made it very relaxing and enjoyable. If you’re thinking about going out to Murano and Burano, don’t hesitate. Book this tour!
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Posted On : 2024-05-23 01:37:30
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