Gondola rides · GONDOLA RIDES WITH FOOD AND DRINKS
Prosecco on the bench, a picnic on a Durban canal, dinner after the ride. The 14 below say how much of the fare is the food and how much is the boat.
Share a private 30-minute gondola ride through Venice, then walk five minutes to Restaurant La Caravella near St. Mark’s. You’ll receive prosecco, coffee, mineral water, and a three-course dinner of traditional and international dishes. The gondolier drives rather than guides, so this suits couples seeking atmosphere more than a narrated tour.
“Nice evening seeing the different islands with a spritz.”
Cruise Honolulu’s calm waterways in a private or small-group Italian gondola with an English-speaking gondolier such as Elliot or Larry. You’ll pass under three Waikiki bridges, see Magic Island and Diamond Head, hear Venetian songs, and enjoy pastries, drinks, and a Hawaiian lei. The ride lasts 45 minutes to an hour and stays inside protected waters.
“You must ride the gondola! The guides are excellent, funny. and entertaining. They took us all the way down the canal, provided sweets, water and a parasol for us. We waved to lots of onlookers and saw a couple who regularly wave a white flag as the gondola passes their house daily. It was a great, unusual activity in Honolulu. We highly recommend!”
Cruise the Ala Wai harbor and canal in a private gondola for up to four people. You’ll receive a Hawaiian lei, drinks, pastry, blankets, and umbrellas, with views of Diamond Head, Magic Island, Waikiki, and Honolulu’s skyline. Sunset sailings last about an hour and may include live music, tiny bubbles, and the Nick Puppy Georgio show.
“My girlfriend and I had the most wonderful time. The conversation was amazing during the entire trip making for a perfect evening for Valentine’s Day. Kisses under the bridge, chocolate moose, soft Italian music….who could complain?”
Meet your English-speaking guide in San Marco or near Rialto, or start near the Accademia, then take a private gondola along the Grand Canal and smaller waterways. Finish with aperitivo and dinner in a historic Venetian palace or boutique hotel, a polished choice for anniversaries, proposals, and other special nights.
“Great gondola ride and good meal. Price was very high for what was offered though.”
Spend 90 minutes on a private Thai gondola through Krabi’s mangrove forest and open waterways. Your captain and English-speaking instructor point out monkeys, birds, fish, crabs, and other wildlife, while lunch arrives in an eco-friendly Thai Pinto set. Hotel pickup, fruit, drinks, and picnic photo props are included.
“Nos encanto guias muy amables y discretos. Vimos monos y pajaros. La comida abundante y buena. Vas por manglares y rio abierto. Paras a comer en la sombra con el sonido de los animales Una experiencia única y muy romantica si quieres sorprender a tu pareja Muy bien organizada y nos vinieron a buscar y nos devolvieron a nuestro hotel de Aonang”
Board a private African-style gondola at Zulumoon Gondolas, 39 Timeball Boulevard, for a gentle 40-minute ride along Durban’s Point Waterfront Canal. Your gondolier handles the route while you enjoy a picnic of local cheeses, juice, biscuits, and chocolates. The ride suits couples and families, though the canal is short and the picnic should be confirmed at boarding.
“Everything was memorable. The tour guides? Absolutely amazing. Love how friendly, patient and welcoming ther were.”
Enjoy a private 90-minute picnic on a docked gondola in the Coronado Cays. Pure Bliss Picnics provides shaded seating, pillows, décor, conversation cards, a speaker, one food selection, and lemonade or water. Choose brunch, charcuterie, Mediterranean, tropical, or fruit and dessert, with alcohol available for an added fee.
“The small details in the setup and view made this the perfect surprise for my partner’s special day. Easy to work with and find and great menu options”
You’ll take a 30-minute private gondola ride from Santa Maria del Giglio, then dine at Vino Vino Wine Bar near St. Mark’s Square. The package includes a two-course meal with dessert, one-third bottle of wine, water, and coffee. Expect a quiet gondola ride rather than a guided sightseeing talk, with seasonal start times.
“We were left with no guide to meet us and ended up just finding out on our own where to go and what to do. The gondola people had no idea what they were supposed to do, and couldn't understand the reservation paper we gave theRead more”
Meet your gondolier at the Giglio station in Campo Santa Maria del Giglio for a private 30-minute ride through Venice’s smaller canals. Then head to VinoVino Wine Bar for a 7:30 PM two-course dinner with dessert, wine, water, and coffee. The gondola holds up to six people, but commentary is not included.
Meet at Campo Santa Maria del Giglio, near Hotel Gritti, for a private 20-minute gondola ride through Venice’s canals. Your gondolier takes you to Palazzetto Pisani and restaurant Pisanino, where you’ll enjoy a three-course fish or meat dinner, one glass of wine, and an evening in a lavish Venetian salon. Adults only.
“Excellent! Truly magical. We immensely enjoyed the gondola tour and the dinner was just amazing. So good in all respects. The gentleman looking after the place treated us with great respect and pleasure. He has so much passionfor the palazzo.”
Start with hotel pickup and a guided walk around St Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace. Ride a private gondola along the Grand Canal, cross the lagoon by private boat, and finish on Murano with lunch and a glassblowing demonstration at Artistic Glassworks Colleoni. Guides may include Giovanni, Alex, or Gianluca.
“Fantastic tour around Venice and gondola ride, visit to Murano glass factory, superb lunch and then rounded off with a visit to the Doge's palace. Giovani was a superb guide, informative and friendly.”
Board a US Coast Guard certified gondola captain at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor for a roughly one-hour cruise through Waikiki’s Grand Canal. Expect drinks, pastries, a Hawaiian forever lei, and room for no more than four passengers on the gondola. Night rides suit proposals and special occasions, while daytime trips offer Diamond Head views.
“This turned out better than I could have ever planned. They go above and beyond to make your experience be as great as it can be. Mines was a wedding proposal, and Elliot gave us all the bells and whistles. Small Family owned so they care about the details. 5 star, if you want a special memory and a beautiful evening with the city lights book this at night..glad I made that choice.”
Start around 1:30 PM with guide Bun or another English-speaking guide, cycling from Siem Reap through countryside, rice fields, and trails behind Angkor Wat. After cold water and fruit, finish with a private gondola cruise on an ancient waterway, including drinks and local snacks. Hotel pickup, bicycles, helmets, and a support vehicle are included.
“Our guide Bun was fantastic. He has been doing this a long time and his expertise and knowledge shines through, as well as his friendly welcoming personality. Would highly recommend this tour - he also knows all of the best spots for the perfect photos!”
Set out from Prasat Chrung near Angkor Thom at 4:30 pm for a private gondola ride around the ancient city walls. You will cruise on a traditional Khmer Baray boat, pass the Royal Secret Path and City Guard Post, and watch the sunset near Prasat Chrung with champagne and canapés. The $128.21 price suits couples seeking a quiet, photo-friendly outing.
A shared bench, a boat of your own, or a route past the Bridge of Sighs.
