Gondolas and Gondoliers are the most visible and iconic cornerstones of Venetian culture. To become a gondolier is to learn one of the country's most sought-after professions, a profession that has existed for hundreds of years. Now you too can learn how to become a Venetian Gondolier during this unique master-class style tour!

In your Gondola lesson, you will:
-Enjoy the personal attention and expertise of your guide instructor;
-Learn the basic techniques, positions, and movements used to row a gondola;
-Get onboard a traditional Venetian batellina rowing boat where you’ll learn to stand up, just like a Gondolier;
-Explore the city from an authentic perspective as you row under bridges and along the Venetian Canals;
-Celebrate with a well-deserved apéritif following your lesson;
-Please note that this activity is a fun rowing lesson— not a classic gondola ride.

Sure, there's something idyllic about languorously laying back in a Venetian gondola and enjoying the sights from the canals as your Gondolier does all the rowing, but have you ever considered the years of practice it takes to become a master gondolier?

This exclusive, immersive class will show you what it takes to become a novice gondolier. You’ll gain insight into this challenging skill the locals make look easy and seamless. During your private tour, a Venetian guide will welcome you onboard a traditional gondola from the 1700s, and you’ll learn the basic techniques and positions necessary to row a gondola.

Once you feel confident, you’ll take to the canals and row your own Batellina through the maze of canals and bridges of Venice yourself, all while standing up like a professional gondolier! You don’t get much more local than that. Celebrate your first rowing lesson with a very well-deserved Venetian apéritif at the Caneva (rowing pier) to conclude your tour.

Important information
On certain dates, most travellers staying outside Venice who wish to visit for the day must pay a €5 access fee directly to the Municipality of Venice. For further details (including exceptions) and to find out on which days this fee applies and how to register or make payment, please visit: https://cda.ve.it/en/. The fee is not required if you are only visiting the islands of Murano, Torcello and Burano.




Starting point: ADDRESS - location.Description, Venice (and vicinity), Italy - (Longitude: 0.000000, Latitude: 0.000000)
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Inclusions: 
 
Gondola Rowing Lesson
Guide
1 drink per person
1 Snack per person
 


Exclusions: 
 
Drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Meal
 


Important Info: 
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our tours. We are also unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our Tours.  ;Please wear comfortable shoes. 
 In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water.