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What is the sandolo boat? It is a boat very similar to the gondola, it is used to give tourists a 'Venetian' experience that is less tied to the stereotypical image of the gondola.

Highlights

• Private 30 or 60 minutes Sandolo ride through the venetian romantic canals
• See the beauty and elegance of the centuries-old buildings lining the canals
• Experience Venice as the locals have for more than a thousand years

Description

Reach campo Santa Maria Formosa and meet the sandolisti Valentino, Franco and Giuseppe in order to start your sandolo ride through the Venetian canals. What is the venetian sandolo boat? It is a boat very similar to the gondola, but with a flat bottom, not asymmetrical. The rower therefore is placed in the middle of the boat, not at the side. It is a solid, spacious and manoeuvrable boat used to give tourists a 'Venetian' experience that is less tied to the stereotypical image of the gondola. It can be considered the 'basic' boat of the Venetian lagoon, as many of the other lagoon boats are derived from this model. In the past they were mainly used for fishing, but today they are also used for leisure, for transporting people or light loads and, in their more powerful versions such as the sandoli pupparini and the mascarete, for regattas. Book this tour to enjoy a very typical venetian experience, less turistic! Listen your driver with the anecdotes and curiosities of the city of Venice, admire the venetian palaces and the small canals. Feel part of an ancient Venetian tradition and experience Venice as the locals have for more than a thousand years. This is the perfect way to appreciate the beauty, charm and colour of this unique city built on water, you will be enthralled by what surrounds you.

Includes

30 minutes or 60 minutes private tour Choose from morning, afternoon or evening departure times to suit your schedule Welcoming driver to assist during your ride

Important Information

• check in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time
• if you are no show there is NO refund
• if you are late, the duration of the tour ride will be less
• this tour is not guided, although the driver may chat and give you some local history
• this activity is not wheelchair accessible

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund