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The 15 Best Boat Tours in Italy

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The lagoon islands, the Amalfi cliffs, Capri and the northern lakes: Italy is a country of short crossings. These 15 compare boat size, how long you get ashore and which trips beat the road for the same day out.

Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands - Torcello: the quietest and oldest stop
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Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

1.Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15,699 reviews · 4.5 - 5.5 hours · from $29Our pick

Cruise from Venice to Murano, Torcello, and Burano in 4.5 to 5.5 hours. Watch a glass-blowing demonstration, visit a lace shop, and explore each island independently. Multilingual commentary covers the lagoon, while the short stops keep this affordable trip moving.

“The trip is really well organised and consists in three main stops in three different island. You have time to explore the little islands, take a coffe and pictures. The only thing I found disgusting was the visit to the Vetro Officine: the owner who explained the process of creating an time of glass was extremely rude and acted as if he was disgusted by the tourists visiting (and paying for this) the Officine. He made some comments in local language very rude, and he cared only in guiding people to the gift shop… disgusting person. The last island, Burano, was magical. So so beautiful. Overall, if you remove these…”

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Murano & Burano: Boat Tour with Guide & Glass Factory Visit - The boat ride across the Venetian lagoon
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Murano & Burano: Boat Tour with Guide & Glass Factory Visit

2.Murano & Burano: Boat Tour with Guide & Glass Factory Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,716 reviews · 4.5 - 7 hours · from $23

Take a guided boat from Venice to Murano and Burano, with multilingual commentary, a glassblowing demonstration, colorful canalside streets, and free time to explore. Choose a departure near San Marco or the railway station, and allow 4.5 to 7 hours depending on your option.

“Very pleasant ride ! Would like to have a little bit more time in Burano”

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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing - Meeting near Hotel Danieli and boarding the boat
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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

3.Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,245 reviews · 6 hours · from $28

Take a six-hour panoramic boat trip from St. Mark’s to Murano, Burano, and Torcello. A multilingual host explains the lagoon en route, while you explore each island independently. The highlight is a Murano glassblowing demonstration, followed by free time and a 10% factory-shop discount.

“We had a wonderful time visiting the different islands. We were free to do anything once we got to the different islands. The boat tour took all of the planning and organizing out of the transportation. I would definitely recommend this.”

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From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise - Starting in Milan and reaching Como
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From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

4.Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,788 reviews · from $112

Travel from Milan to Como and Bellagio by luxury coach, with a bilingual guide, a guided walk through Como, Villa Olmo gardens, and a one-hour private boat cruise. You get free time in Bellagio, scenic roads, and a full day of lake views for $112.15 per person.

“All good Marina was great thank you Marina and Alfonso”

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat - The private boat ride from central Venice
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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

5.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,580 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

From central Venice, join a guide such as Silvia, Serena, Frankie, or Elena for a five-hour boat trip to Murano and Burano. Watch glassblowing, see handmade lace, hear lagoon stories, and enjoy free time on the islands. The boat holds no more than 22 people.

“Silvia, was a excellent host, very informative. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Would try to request her again”

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From Milan: Como, Lugano and Bellagio Exclusive Boat Cruise - Meeting the bus in Milan
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From Milan: Como, Lugano and Bellagio Exclusive Boat Cruise

6.Como, Lugano and Bellagio Exclusive Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,635 reviews · 11 hours · from $95Top rated

Travel from Milan to Como, Bellagio, and Lugano on an 11-hour guided day trip. You get a private Lake Como boat cruise, free time in each town, bilingual guidance, audio headsets, and Wi-Fi on the bus and boat. Guides such as Anna, Matteo, Alice, and Andrea are known for clear explanations and careful organization.

“thanks for this great trip, we strongly recommend this trip, team was very helpful and very gentle. thanks”

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From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip - Meeting the coach at Milano Centrale
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From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

7.Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,271 reviews · 11 hours · from $78

Travel from Milan Central to Como, Bellagio, and Lugano in one long, well-organized day. An English-speaking guide such as Luca, Amalia, or Marina leads the outing, while a private boat cruise adds the best views of Lake Como. Bring your passport for Switzerland.

“Brilliant day trip, wish we could use the toilets on the coach but otherwise, great. The guide Monica and driver Manuela were fantastic and held a lot of knowledge. Best day of our holiday, from us both sisters.”

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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing - Finding the Yellow Desk Near Hotel Danieli Excelsior
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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing

8.Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6,212 reviews · 4 - 4.5 hours · from $29

Spend 4 to 4.5 hours reaching Murano and Burano by comfortable motorboat from St. Mark’s area. Watch a Murano glass master at work, browse the factory gallery with a 10% discount, then enjoy just over an hour among Burano’s painted houses, lace shops, cafés, and canals. Multilingual guides may include Eva or Francesca.

“Excellent Value for the money. Great to get out on a boat in the Venice lagoon. Cute little islands to explore. Coming back during the sunset was lovely.”

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Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking - Leaving Venice by private boat
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Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking

9.Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,658 reviews · 5 hours · from $35

Cruise from Venice to Murano and Burano with an English-speaking guide such as Serena, Elena, or Frankie. Watch glassblowing and handmade lace, browse artisan shops, and enjoy free time for food and photos. The $35 price includes private-boat transport, demonstrations, and discounts, but not hotel pickup.

“Elena was fantastic, we had a great time Karlie & Lindsay 💕”

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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise, St. Moritz & Bernina Red Train - Morning light on Lake Como
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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise, St. Moritz & Bernina Red Train

10.Lake Como Cruise, St. Moritz & Bernina Red Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,648 reviews · 13 hours · from $159

Leave Milan by coach for a private Lake Como cruise, a scenic Maloja Pass drive, free time in St. Moritz, and a 2-hour Bernina Red Train ride. Guides such as Sabrina, Lina, Carolina, and Andrea lead tours in English or Spanish. Bring your passport, warm layers, and snacks.

“The trip was beautiful! Lake Como & St Moritz were both quiet, nice and gorgeous! it was early November so not a lot of activity in either location, but that's alright. The Bernina train ride was definitely the highlight for me. Gorgeous views and cool windows that open big and allow you to peek out and take it some amazing views. I was lucky to have a decent amount of snow making it picturesque!”

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From Naples: Boat Tour of Amalfi, Positano and Ravello - From Naples to Torre del Greco
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From Naples: Boat Tour of Amalfi, Positano and Ravello

11.Boat Tour of Amalfi, Positano and Ravello

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,034 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $99

Travel from Naples to Torre del Greco, then cruise past Mount Vesuvius, Sorrento, Queen Giovanna’s Baths, and Punta Campanella. Enjoy free time in Amalfi and Positano, with optional Ravello and Villa Rufolo. Guides including Gaetano, Lucia, and Anastasia provide commentary in several languages.

“Gaetano (tour guide) was so awesome! He speaks so many languages. Amazing!”

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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Boarding from Palau or La Maddalena
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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

12.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Join a 6 to 7 hour boat trip from Palau or La Maddalena with multilingual guide Claudia and a helpful crew. Swim at Budelli, Santa Maria, and Cala Granara, see Spiaggia Rosa from the water, buy lunch onboard, and explore La Maddalena before returning.

“we saw so many beautiful beaches, swam 3-4 times and still were able to spend a hour in Maddalena. Our guide was so gifted! 4 languages?!? We brought our own snacks but food and drink were available. Such a great easy way to see the incredible area of Palau and the surrounding archipelago!!”

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Capri: Island Boat Trip with Grottos - Marina Grande to the Faraglioni
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Capri: Island Boat Trip with Grottos

13.Island Boat Trip with Grottos

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,923 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $28

Cruise from Marina Grande around Capri’s dramatic coast with an English or Italian-speaking crew, stopping for views of the Faraglioni, White and Green Grottos, Casa Malaparte, and Punta Carena Lighthouse. Add the Blue Grotto option for €18 on site, but expect possible waits of up to two hours.

“Quick 1 hr tour without grotto. The grotto was shut due to high tide. Tour was good. Choose the right side seats for best pictures on in centre on the fast boat. Would suggest to always buy without grotto coz its highly unpredictable. Always go to the travel agent location to get information rather than asking people around. No one helps here.”

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Milan: Navigli Canal Boat Cruise - Boarding at Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4
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Milan: Navigli Canal Boat Cruise

14.Navigli Canal Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 4,502 reviews · 50 min · from $25

Board a small electric boat at Alzaia Naviglio Grande for a 50-minute cruise through Milan’s Navigli district. An Italian and English-speaking host helps you board, while a QR-code audio guide covers the canal’s landmarks in five languages. Sunset departures offer the best light.

“The boat trip was prefer from start to finish for a relaxing view of the canal. Not too crowded and the staff were friendly and lovely”

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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour - Start at Stresa Piazza Marconi
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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

15.3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,122 reviews · 1 day · from $14Best value

From Stresa, use a one-day boat pass to visit Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella at your own pace. You get transport, multilingual crew, and recorded commentary, but palace and garden tickets, food, and the €1.50 total island landing fee are extra.

“Hop on hop off tour to the three islands can be comfortably done in one day if you start early 9.00am. Beautiful castles and gardens worth it all”

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