I have mixed feelings. The ride itself was professionally carried out but in a very ‘sterile’ environment. Gondolas passing each other in silence. The gondolier was very disengaged. He was not too interested to answer the few questions we asked. It would make a pleasant difference if gondoliers can provide a few simple commentary along the canals we passed.

It was a quiet ride and very beautiful. We enjoyed the scenery and the comfy seats. Our guide didn’t say one word to us. Not sure if this is normal but we didn’t like that part of the ride. It would have been nice to have information about the city and some cool facts. Overall would recommend

This was all we could hope for a special private gondola treat for my partner and I. From booking the trip to the experience itself. The pickup point was easy to find with email and text reminders being sent the night before with all details reiterated was very helpful. The trip through the labyrinth of side canals was leisurely and we were treated to the music being serenaded in other gondolas with our gondolier joining in! He was as friendly as we wanted him to be and even pointed out some of the sights we passed by including Mozart’s Venetian residence. We finished with him taking some photos of us and one with him. Magical and special from beginning to end.