Overview
Venice Lagoon Duet – A Dream in Two Acts Performed aboard a graceful vintage boat across the shimmering waters of the Venetian Lagoon, with you as the main character. Act I – Murano: The Fire and the Flame The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper secrets passed down through generations. Witness the dance of fire and sand as master artisans transform molten brilliance into timeless creations. Act II – Burano: The Song of Color The scene shifts into light vivid, joyful, alive. Burano greets you with its radiant palette of pastel houses, each one a brushstroke in a living masterpiece. Along quiet canals, lace makers preserve a craft as delicate as poetry, weaving stories into every thread. This is not simply an island. It is a celebration of color, artistry, and the beauty of everyday Venetian life. More than a tour, this is a curated small-group experience aboard a vintage boat, an elegant passage through craftsmanship and beauty.
What's included
- ✓Murano Island Visit
- ✓Guided tour by qualified and experienced tour guide
- ✓Visit to a Murano Furnace with a live glass demonstration
- ✓Lace-making demonstration in Burano
- ✓Torcello Island Visit (if option is selected)
- ✓Burano Island Visit
- ✕Hotel pick up
What you'll do
- 1
A qualified tour guide will reveal some curiosities about the island and explain its interesting history while you enjoy the wonderful landscape sitting on a comfortable on a vintage wooden boat.
- 2
Murano: The Fire and the Flame The curtain rises on the island of glass, where ancient furnaces still whisper the secrets of centuries. Witness the dance of fire and sand as masters of glassblowing shape molten beauty into timeless forms. Here, tradition is not a memory—it’s alive, glowing, and fragile as crystal. You will have a unique opportunity to experience a glassblowing show firsthand, seated front row inside the furnace theater.
⏱ 1 hour - 3
Burano: The Song of Color A new scene unfolds—bright, whimsical, and full of light. Burano welcomes you with a kaleidoscope of houses, each one a note in a vibrant melody. Lace makers weave stories with their fingers, and every corner seems to smile in color. This is not just an island, it’s a celebration of life and craftsmanship.
⏱ 1 hour
Availability & pricing
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Price from (per person)
$44
$21
4 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time, upon arrival at the redemption location you should present your printed voucher to the representative, once verified you obtain the ticket and can join the tour.
- The tour will not take place in case of exceptionally bad weather, boats are completely covered, the tour operates regularly in case of rain (in these cases it can be postponed the days after).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour details & pricing provided by Viator. Bookings are completed on Viator.com.
