Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola
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Is Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola worth booking?
Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola is a 7-hour experience in Ravenna, Italy, from $299 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 82 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 80 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (82)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $299 per person
The perfect choice for cruise passengers disembarking in Ravenna and continuing their journey in Venice. This premium small-group shore excursion combines comfortable transportation, secure luggage handling, and Venice's
What you get
- Luggage transportation from the cruise ship and secure luggage storage in Venice while you explore
- Air conditioned van on the journey from Ravenna Cruise Ship Port to Venice
- Private water taxi ride along the Grand Canal, showcasing Venice's historic palaces and waterways
- Traditional Venice gondola ride (approximately 25 minutes) with a maximum of 5 guests per gondola
- Premium small-group experience with a maximum of 10 guests per guide
- Professional experienced local tour guide in Venice
About this experience
The perfect choice for cruise passengers disembarking in Ravenna and continuing their journey in Venice. This premium small-group shore excursion combines comfortable transportation, secure luggage handling, and Venice's most iconic experiences into one seamless day. After pickup directly at Ravenna Cruise Port, travel to Venice, where your luggage will be securely stored while you explore the city with an expert local guide. Unlike standard shore excursions, this tour includes both a private water taxi ride along the Grand Canal and a traditional gondola ride through Venice's picturesque canals. Discover Venice's most famous landmarks, including St. Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge, the Doge's Palace and the Rialto Market, while enjoying the comfort of a small group with a maximum of 10 guests per guide. Designed specifically for disembarking cruise guests, this tour ends in Venice, making it ideal for passengers continuing to a hotel, airport or train station after their cruise.
What's included
Included
- Luggage transportation from the cruise ship and secure luggage storage in Venice while you explore
- Air conditioned van on the journey from Ravenna Cruise Ship Port to Venice
- Private water taxi ride along the Grand Canal, showcasing Venice's historic palaces and waterways
- Traditional Venice gondola ride (approximately 25 minutes) with a maximum of 5 guests per gondola
- Premium small-group experience with a maximum of 10 guests per guide
- Professional experienced local tour guide in Venice
- 24/7 Customer support, assistance with other arrangements and tours
Not included
- Entrance fees (none will be required during your tour)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Inside visits to the Basilica and Doge Palace are not included
What you'll see and do
You will be greeted at the cruise ship port and shown to a modern, comfortable, and air-conditioned vehicle. Your professional driver will then transfer you through the beautiful Italian countryside. The journey takes roughly 2.5 hours.
30 minutes here
Piazzale Roma
From Ravenna we will bring you directly to Piazzale Roma. This is the closest cars are allowed to come and once you walk across the first bridge the charm of this timeless island quickly becomes apparent. Here you will meet your guide. Groups are limited to 10 guests for a more personal experience. Board a private water taxi and cruise along Venice's famous Grand Canal, passing magnificent palaces, churches and historic buildings while learning about the city's unique maritime history from your guide. This scenic journey allows you to reach St. Mark's Square comfortably while avoiding crowded bridges and long walks through busy streets.
30 minutes here
Piazza San Marco
During your tour you will see the San Marco Square - the most famous and only "Square of Venice".
60 minutes here
Basilica di San Marco
Your guide will show you the mosaics adorning the ancient Basilica and its clock tower along with the Campinale (Bell Tower).
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Palazzo Ducale
Another highlight of our tour will be the famous and extraordinary Doge Palace, which for over 1000 years served as the White House and Pentagon for the region.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Mercati di Rialto
See the lively Rialto market where tourists and locals alike go for fresh fish and produce. You will have the opportunity to browse Venetian delicacies, get a snack, drink and go souvenir shopping. From here you can also marvel at the enchanting Rialto Bridge - the first bridge built on the Grand Canal.
40 minutes here
Ponte di Rialto
You will also have some free time do some shopping and more sightseeing, or walk with our tour guide over to the Rialto bridge and market. Here you will learn about the lives of traders who after a successful day on shore would re-embark on their merchant vessels docked at the port.
20 minutes here
Piazza San Marco
No visit to Venice would be complete without experiencing its most famous tradition. Enjoy a relaxing gondola ride through Venice's charming canals, passing historic buildings and hidden corners of the city that cannot be seen from the main streets. Each gondola is shared by a maximum of 5 guests for a more comfortable and intimate experience.
30 minutes here
Piazzale Roma
At the end of your tour you will return to the Piazzale Roma where we store your luggage. Our tour guides and hosts can help you take public transportation or arrange a private taxi for you to go to your next destination, whether it will be the airport, train station, or a hotel. Please note that our private tours can make private custom arrangements for you ahead of time, such as a transfer to hotel or next destination. Please contact us for more details.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ravenna
After leaving your cruise ship, simply look for your driver holding a "VEXPERIO" sign with your name. They will be waiting for you at the Ravenna cruise port and will assist you with the start of your journey to Venice.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour concludes at Piazzale Roma, where you can conveniently collect your luggage. Our team will be happy to advise you on the best way to reach your next destination, whether it's your hotel, the train station, the airport, or anywhere else you need to go.
Options you can book
Private Deluxe Tour Round-Trip
Private Tour: This option includes a private vehicle and driver, as well as a private tour guide in Venice, and a private gondola ride. Duration: 10 hours With Port Round-Trip: For cruise ship passengers docking in the Ravenna Port. It includes a pick-up and drop-off at the port. Drop off: Includes a drop-off back at your cruise ship.
Shared Deluxe Tour - Disembark
By Boat & Gondola: Luxury Venice tour: boat & gondola rides for intimate sightseeing, bypassing crowds & bridges. From Ravenna: This tour starts at the Ravenna cruise ship port and ends in Venice Luxury Small Group Tour: Only 11 passengers maximum per tour guide. 1-way transfer: For disembarking passengers who are not returning to the port. Shared Transfer, Tour, Gondola: This option is for a ticket for a shared transfer, tour and gondola from the Ravenna Port. It ends in Venice.
Shared Shorex
Private Deluxe Tour -Disembark
Private Tour: This option includes a private vehicle and driver, as well as a private tour guide in Venice, and a private gondola ride. For Disembarking Passengers: This option is for disembarking passengers with a 1-way transfer from Ravenna Port to city of Venice. Venice Drop-Off: We can drop you off at a hotel in Venice, or at a train station. An airport pickup would come at an additional charge.
Shared Deluxe Tour -Disembark
By Boat & Gondola: Luxury Venice tour: boat & gondola rides for intimate sightseeing, bypassing crowds & bridges. From Ravenna: This tour starts at the Ravenna cruise ship port and ends in Venice Luxury Small Group Tour: Only 11 passengers maximum per tour guide. 1-way transfer: For disembarking passengers who are not returning to the port. Shared Transfer, Tour, Gondola: This option is for a ticket for a shared transfer, tour and gondola from the Ravenna Port. It ends in Venice.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Vexperio
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring some change in EUR for toilet stops, beverages and for lunch. Please ask our tour guide in Venice to arrange for a stop at an ATM if you do not have EUR with you. US dollars are not accepted in Italy.
- This tour is not wheelchair or scooter accessible
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 82 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
82 verified traveler reviews for Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awesome day in Venice
Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history as well as the current state of the city of Venice.
Response from the operator: Dear Anne, Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️ We’re delighted you enjoyed learning about Venice and its fascinating history and present-day life. Sebastian is truly one of the best guides on the island, and we’re so happy his knowledge made your experience special. We hope to welcome you again soon! Warm regards, Magdalena Vexperio
via Viator
Do not hesitate to book...
Do not hesitate to book this! I was very apprehensive to pay so much money as soon as booking instead of the usual 2 day window. We had 8 people in our group so we had a personal tour. It was amazing and seamless from beginning to end. Communications were very informative, there was nothing left unanswered. We were picked up by our driver, Paolo as instructed in a timely manner. Very comfortable van. He drove us to meet our tour guide Monica. Amazing tour by a very knowledgeable guide. I couldn't imagine it being more perfect. The tour went beyond our expectations. We opted to be driven to our hotel afterwards. Thank you all for such a wonderful tour that was completed flawless!!
Response from the operator: Dear MaryRose, Thank you so much for this wonderful review! ❤️ We completely understand your hesitation about booking in advance, so it means even more to hear that everything turned out to be seamless and well worth it. We’re thrilled that Paolo and Monica made your day so special and that the private tour exceeded your expectations. It was a pleasure taking care of your group of eight, and we’re so happy we could make the experience truly stress-free from start to finish. Thank you again for trusting us and for recommending our tour! Warm regards, Magdalena Vexperio
via Viator
Very informative, spoke...
Very informative, spoke perfect English, there is a lot of walking and many stairs as you cross over the bridges around the city, be prepared if you aren’t fleet of foot.
via Viator
Def must if looking for Venice from Ravenna port!
Adair was awesome and shared her wealth of knowledge. She was very informative and aware of our groups interests and needs. Great experience that I would highly recommend.
via Viator
Great intro to Venice
Pick up & drive to Venice was seamless. The driver stored our bags until the tour finished. Our guide Sebastian was very knowledgeable pointing out all the sites walking thru as well as on the water taxis. Gondola ride was great- definitely a must do in Venice. Sebastian also directed us to an authentic pizza place for lunch & then the best gelato in town! A great introduction to this great Italian city.
Response from the operator: Dear Anne, We’re delighted to hear that everything went smoothly from the pickup to your time in Venice. Sebastian will be so happy to hear your kind words. He truly is one of the best guides and loves sharing the city’s hidden gems, from the gondola ride to the perfect pizza and gelato spots! It was a pleasure showing you around, and we hope Venice will see you again someday! Warm regards, Magdalena Vexperio
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $299 to $2337
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 80
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ravenna.
How much does Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola cost?
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Prices start at $299 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ravenna usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ravenna is not rushed.
Is Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 82 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ravenna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola?
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Around 29 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ravenna can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ravenna and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ravenna Port to Venice with Deluxe Tour by Boat and Gondola start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ravenna within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ravenna?
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On Outty we rank every Ravenna experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Tour of Mosaic Tiles in Ravenna, Ravenna: Mosaics and Highlights Guided Tour with Admission Ticket, Private Tour in Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti Day Trip from Florence. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ravenna?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ravenna?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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