Private Motor Boat Custom Itinerary
Duration
Group size
Overview
- Duration:2 hours 0 minutes
- Travelers:2 - 7 guests
- Tour Type:Boat Tour
- Language:English, Italiano
Experience Venice and its lagoon following the traces of Giacomo Casanova on an exclusive private motorboat tour through the islands and hidden corners connected to the life of the famous 18th-century libertine. This full-day itinerary blends history, romance, and local culture, offering a unique perspective on Venice through the life of one of its most legendary figures.
Starting from Piazza San Marco, guests embark on a private boat with a bilingual boatman, navigating canals and lagoon landscapes while discovering places tied to Casanova’s adventurous life. Throughout the day, participants explore locations where he studied, socialized, fell in love, and occasionally found himself in trouble.
The journey first leads across the northern lagoon toward Sant’Erasmo, often called the “Garden of Venice.” According to tradition, Casanova sought refuge here to escape the bustle of the city. Known for its fertile fields, quiet canals, and rural charm, the island offered a peaceful retreat where he could reflect, find inspiration, and enjoy the natural beauty of the lagoon. Today visitors experience this tranquil environment while discovering its agricultural heritage and scenic landscapes.
The tour continues to Murano, world-famous for its glassmaking tradition but also connected to Casanova’s youth. During his adolescence he briefly pursued an ecclesiastical path and studied in a seminary associated with Murano. His rebellious and scandalous behavior, however, led to his expulsion. On the same island once stood the Convent of Santa Maria degli Angeli, where Casanova famously recounted romantic encounters with several nuns in his memoirs, one of the many episodes that shaped his legendary reputation.
The itinerary also passes near the small fortified island of Forte di Sant’Andrea on Sant’Andrea. According to some autobiographical sources, after his expulsion from the seminary Casanova was briefly detained here as a consequence of his youthful excesses. The island, guarding the entrance to the lagoon, still preserves its imposing Renaissance fortifications.
Depending on the route, the journey may continue through other iconic lagoon islands such as Burano and Torcello, where colorful fishermen’s houses, ancient churches, artisan traditions, and local gastronomy reveal another side of Venetian life.
Throughout the day the experience combines scenic navigation, guided walks, historical storytelling, artisan encounters, and gastronomic moments, creating an immersive journey into the world of 18th-century Venice and the captivating life of Casanova.
Highlights
- Follow the footsteps of Casanova across Venice and the lagoon islands
- Explore Sant'Erasmo, Murano and Sant’Andrea with a private motorboat and bilingual boatman
- Visit artisan workshops and museums related to Venice’s cultural history
- Enjoy gastronomic stops with traditional Venetian cuisine
- Personalized storytelling and historical anecdotes throughout the day
Includes/Excludes
- Private motorboat with bilingual boatman
- Hotel pickup and drop-off if requested
- Sunset lagoon cruise
- Additional personal expenses
- Optional workshops (glass, lace, or Venetian cooking)
- Guided walks on each island and in Venice
- Entrance fees to museums and artisan workshops mentioned
Frequently asked questions
What to bring
- Hat
- Change of clothes
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Passport, copy accepted
- Change of clothes
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Passport, copy accepted
Not allowed
- Pets
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Know before you go
- You cannot change the date of your visit due to poor weather conditions. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary will remain operational despite rain and other mild weather conditions
