Begin your journey with a short introductory walking tour as your expert guide shares the captivating history of gondolas and gondoliers — the iconic symbols of Venetian life. Discover local legends and little-known tales passed down through generations.Gondola RideClimb aboard your gondola and drift through the city’s heart, guided by your gondolier and live narration. Along the way, admire the Mozart House, pass the water entrance of the world-renowned La Fenice Theatre, and glide along the serene Rio de le Ostreghe, leading you into the most picturesque stretch of the Grand Canal.Take in the elegance of the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the domes of the Salute Church, and the sweeping views from Punta della Dogana, culminating in a spectacular glimpse of St. Mark’s Campanile and the Doge’s Palace from the water.Gondola Gallery Experience – A Journey Through Centuries on the Grand CanalInside a stunning hall of a Venetian palace, discover the secrets of Venice’s most iconic boat. See a cross-section of a real gondola, touch a handcrafted oar, and explore the traditional techniques behind its construction. Step into a reconstructed felze (the classic gondola cabin) and enjoy a unique experience: a virtual journey along the Grand Canal through the centuries — just like a Venetian noble of the past.Important informationThe gondola ride is NOT private but is shared with other participants.This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobilityEach gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 people; the seat on board cannot be chosen, but will be assigned by the gondolier depending on the guests' weight.The guide will be on one gondola only, the participants on the other gondolas will listen to him/her via audio devices.Live commentary is available in English, French, Spanish and Italian. Commentary in German, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi and Russian will be provided by a mobile application to be downloaded to personal devices (smartphones, tablets)A smartphone or tablet is required to use the commentary on the mobile appThe itinerary may change in case of wind or bad weather.