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Traditional Venetian Rowing Lesson

5.0 (98 reviews)

90 minutes

Duration

Up to 4

Group size

Free

Cancellation

About this experience

Learn the voga alla veneta technique aboard a traditional wooden boat with an expert rower.

Step aboard a traditional Venetian boat and learn the balance, movement and technique of standing rowing. The lesson takes place on calm, uncrowded waterways.

Highlights

  • Hands-on rowing from the first minutes
  • Traditional Venetian boat
  • Maximum four guests

Itinerary

1

Boat introduction

Learn the parts of the boat, safety essentials and the role of rowing in Venice.

2

Technique

Practice balance and the basic stroke with close guidance from your instructor.

3

Canal route

Put the technique together on calm waterways away from heavy traffic.

Included

  • Expert rowing instructor
  • Boat and safety equipment
  • Waterproof phone pouch

Not included

  • Hotel pickup
  • Food and drinks
  • Waterproof clothing

Meeting point

Fondamenta Gasparo Contarini, Cannaregio

Availability

Daily, daylight hours subject to weather

Languages

English, Italian

5.0

Traveler rating

Based on 98 verified reviews.

€95/ person

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