--- title: Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 109 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.88 reviews: 133 duration_minutes: 255 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Third island with wine rank_in_category: 3 of 15 (Murano & Burano Island Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/murano-burano-islands-boat-tour-glass-factory-st-erasmo-winery/ --- # Murano Burano Islands Boat Tour Glass Factory & St Erasmo Winery **Guidekin's take:** Three islands by private boat in a group capped at twenty: a glass blowing demonstration on Murano, a walk and free time on Burano, then a vineyard on Sant'Erasmo with a glass of its wine. Lunch, tips and hotel pickup are not included, and rough weather can cancel the boat late without a refund. 4.88 from 133 reviews at €109 per person. ## Overview Explore a peaceful, more authentic side of Venice on this small-group tour to Murano, Burano, and St. Erasmo by private boat. Watch a live glassblowing demonstration in Murano, walk the streets of Burano, and sip a glass of Venice's finest wine right where it's made—all with a local guide leading the way. It’s the perfect escape from the crowds of central Venice. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the… - Starts 13:15: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted ## Key facts - Price: from €109 per person - Duration: 4h 15m - Rating: 4.88/5 from 133 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Walks - Italy & Spain ## What's included - Local English-speaking guide - St. Erasmo vineyard tour and 1 glass of wine - Free time on Murano Island - Guided visit of Burano with free time to explore - Small group of 20 guests maximum - Expertly guided walking tour - Private glass blowing demonstration - Venetian Lagoon - Private round-trip transfer by boat ## Not included - Lunch - Gratuities - Hotel Pickup/Drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Laguna di Venezia** (45m; admission included) - Meet your local guide and group of just 20 guests maximum in central Venice and walk together to your private boat for a scenic 30-minute boat ride to Murano Island. As you’re motoring out through the lagoon, your guide will point out places of interest and give you a brief... 2. **Isola di Murano** (1h; admission included) - Once in Murano, your guide will make an introduction to the island and share recommendations on how to spend your time there. Murano is the home of Europe’s most respected glassmakers since the 13th century. See this cherished tradition come to life at an exclusive... 3. **Isola di Burano - World Heritage Site** (1h 15m; admission included) - Your next stop is the island of Burano, whose brightly colored houses you may recognize from photos. What you might not know is that they’ve been the home of Venice’s legendary lacemakers since the 16th century. After a guided tour around the island’s picture-perfect canals... 4. **Orto di Venezia** (1h; admission included) - The journey continues to St. Erasmo Island, long known as Venice’s vegetable garden for its fertile soil and artichoke fields. This quiet lagoon island is also home to a historic winery whose wines were once poured for Venetian nobility, including the Doges. After a walk... 5. **Piazza San Marco** (15m; admission included) - Board your private boat for a scenic ride back to Venice's Piazza San Marco. If you prefer to spend more time on Sant'Eramso, your guide will share transportation options to return later on your own ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Fri - Departures: 13:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets in front of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, Riva degli Schiavoni, 30100 Venezia VE. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJmZtcDCiufkcRmViS3EgLd3Q ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. - In the event of bad weather or hazardous conditions, for safety reasons, the boat tours may be canceled at the last minute at the company’s discretion. Safety is our top priority, and due to any operational or safety reasons beyond our control, no refund will be provided. - This tour is in English. - This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty. - In case of bad weather, the tour runs with some modifications in the itinerary. ## Compared with other Murano & Burano Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 15** | €109 | 4h 15m | 4.88 (133) | shared | | [Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide](/italy/venice/tours/luxury-tour-of-murano-burano-by-private-boat-and-guide/?format=md) | €290 | 4h | 4.92 (210) | private | | [In-depth Guided Tour in a Real Murano Glass Factory](/italy/venice/tours/in-depth-guided-tour-in-a-real-murano-glass-factory/?format=md) | €29 | 45 min | 4.93 (129) | shared | | [Private Discovery of Murano Glass and Burano Lace](/italy/venice/tours/private-discovery-of-murano-glass-and-burano-lace/?format=md) | €150 | 4h | 4.81 (400) | shared | Ranked #3 of 15 in Murano & Burano Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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