The right kind of private.

A palace visit, an hour on the Grand Canal or a full island day ask different things of your time. Match the experience to your party before comparing the total.

Experience	Time	Format	Consider before booking
Doge’s Palace, with a private guide	2–4 hours	Private guide Per-person quote	Basilica interior not included
Murano & Burano, by private boat	4–8 hours	Private boat & guide Per-group quote	Lunch separate; boarding restrictions
The Grand Canal, just your party	1 hour	Private water taxi Per-person quote	Confirm the finishing point
Venice, at your own pace	2–8 hours	Private walking guide Per-person quote	Tickets and transport separate

Before you choose

• Confirm that both the guide and transport are reserved for your party where advertised. A private boat can still carry a shared tour group on other listings.
• Compare the total for the same party, date, language and duration. A per-person headline and a per-group headline are not equivalent.
• Check entry tickets, pickup, food, mobility needs and the exact cancellation deadline. Give the operator any essential requirements before payment.

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