Explore Venice by Boat — Island Cruises & Private Canal Tours

Deep Blue Venice — Venice tours, island cruises and private canal experiences

Deep Blue Venice offers a focused selection of Venice tours and island cruises departing from Zattere in Dorsoduro. These Venice boat tours travel through the lagoon and city canals to classic island destinations such as Murano, Burano, Mazzorbo and Torcello. Guests can choose from four‑hour or seven‑hour itineraries and private experiences designed for proposals and special occasions.

Key Venice tour highlights

• Murano glassmaking: visits to glass workshops and demonstrations.
• Burano’s colorful houses: strolls and photo stops by the island’s painted facades and lace traditions.
• Torcello and Mazzorbo: exploration of ancient settlements and quieter island scenes.
• San Francesco del Deserto: included on selected seven‑hour itineraries for a serene island visit.

Routes and boat types

Tours depart from Zattere (Dorsoduro) and navigate historic canals and lagoon waterways. Routes pass Giudecca, San Michele and the outer lagoon islands. Several experiences are offered aboard traditional Venetian craft described as a bragozzo, delivering an authentic lagoon cruising experience for island exploration and canal sightseeing.

Private and special experiences

• Lady Anna Experience: a private 7‑mile canal voyage that explores Giudecca, Dorsoduro, Cannaregio and Castello, passing landmarks such as the Arsenale, Giardini Biennale and St. Mark’s Square.
• Lady Anna Experience — Wedding Proposal: a private proposal voyage option focused on intimate canal routes and scenic viewpoints.

Why choose these Venice trips

• Clear, structured itineraries with 4‑hour and 7‑hour durations to suit different schedules.
• Direct departures from Zattere for easy access in Dorsoduro.
• Island-focused itineraries that include documented stops for Murano glass, Burano lace and color, and Torcello’s historical sites.

Practical details for planning

• Departure point: Zattere (Dorsoduro, Venice).
• Trip lengths: 4 hours and 7 hours, with lunch available on select seven‑hour options.
• Routes: Canal passages through Giudecca and visits to lagoon islands such as Murano, Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello and San Francesco del Deserto where applicable.

Book with clarity

Deep Blue Venice lists specific itineraries and island combinations to help travelers choose the appropriate Venice tour. Whether the goal is island exploration, photography, a private proposal or a relaxed full‑day cruise, the listed experiences provide factual route descriptions and departure details to plan a visit from Zattere. For visitors searching for "Venice tours from Zattere," "Murano Burano Torcello cruise," "Venetian bragozzo tours" or "private proposal boat Venice," these offerings match those search intents with island stops, canal passages and private Lady Anna experiences.