Bucintoro Viaggi Murano Burano Torcello Half-Day Boat Tour: Two or Three Islands
Quick answer
Bucintoro Viaggi's half-day lagoon boat costs from $28 (€25) for 4.5 to 5.5 hours, with a choice of Murano and Burano or all three islands.
I'd book the two-island option for 1.5 hours per island; it rates 4.2/5 from 18,000+ reviews on GetYourGuide, and the island time is unguided.
Bucintoro Viaggi
Murano, Burano & Torcello: Half-Day Boat Tour in Venice
4.2 (18,287) · from $28
The bucintoro viaggi murano burano tour is a half-day boat excursion on the Venetian lagoon with a guide on board, a glass-factory demonstration on Murano, free time on Burano and an optional stop on Torcello. It costs $28 per person, about €25 at the 2026-10-16 rate, and it is one of the cheaper island boats on this site.
The detail that changes the decision is how your time splits. The two-island option gives about 1.5 hours on each island, while the three-island option cuts that to about 50 minutes each.
The guide stops at the glass-factory door. The rest is free time, so this is a transport-plus-demonstration trip, not a walking tour.
I have not been on board. Everything comes from the listing, its review sample and the sources linked inline, and the tour sits in my Venice boat tours comparison.
| Operator | Bucintoro Viaggi |
|---|---|
| Boat | Lagoon motorboat with guide and multilingual commentary; size not stated on the listing |
| Price | From $28 per person (about €25); Torcello Cathedral ticket extra |
| Duration | 4.5 to 5.5 hours depending on the option |
| Departure times | Several daily departures; times shown at checkout |
| Meeting point | Varies by option, with several boarding points in Venice; see your voucher. Other Venice island boats board on the Riva degli Schiavoni waterfront (Google Maps) |
| Route | Murano glass factory, Burano, optionally Torcello |
| On board | Guide, commentary in five languages, phone support; food and drink not included |
| Languages | English, Italian, Spanish, French, German |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible, per the listing |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before; weather or tide changes get a new date or refund |
| Rating | 4.2/5 from 18,000+ reviews on GetYourGuide (guide 4.2, transport 4.3, value 4.3) |
What is the bucintoro viaggi murano burano tour and what does it cover?
It is a shared lagoon boat that stops on two or three islands, with a fixed stop at a Murano glass factory.
- Boat from Venice: you join one of several boarding points; the guide talks in five languages.
- Murano: a historic glass factory with a live glassblowing demonstration.
- Burano: free time among the painted houses and canals.
- Torcello (optional): a quiet early settlement on the lagoon, where the cathedral ticket is an optional €5.
- Return: the boat takes you back across the lagoon.
Where does the boat leave from?
The listing gives several boarding points in Venice and does not name them; the voucher after booking tells you which one is yours.
Plan to be there a quarter of an hour early and to swap the voucher at the desk before boarding.
One reviewer was expecting a person and found an established office instead, so look for a desk or shop, not a guide holding a sign. The Riva degli Schiavoni area is the usual waterfront for these boats: Riva degli Schiavoni on Google Maps.
| From | Walk | Route |
|---|---|---|
| San Zaccaria vaporetto stop | 2 min (134 m) | walking route |
| Venezia Santa Lucia railway station | 34 min (2,522 m) | walking route |
These times are for the Riva degli Schiavoni 4182 area used by other Murano boats on this site, not a confirmed Bucintoro stop. The ACTV operator lists fares on its fares page; I could not read amounts from it.
What is the route, island by island?
Murano comes first, then Burano, and Torcello last if you chose it.
| Island | Two-island option | Three-island option | Maps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murano | About 1 h 30 min | About 50 min | Murano on Google Maps |
| Burano | About 1 h 30 min | About 50 min | Burano on Google Maps |
| Torcello | Not visited | About 50 min | Torcello on Google Maps |
The factory visit uses part of your Murano time, so 50 minutes on the three-island version leaves little for browsing glass shops. Burano is small enough that 50 minutes covers its main canal streets, but not a sit-down meal.
How long is it, and when does it sail?
Allow 4.5 hours for the two-island option and up to 5.5 hours for the three-island option.
The listing says there are several departures a day. It does not print start times, so pick one at checkout. If you arrive late, the operator may move you to another time if there is space, or refund you; do not count on the first outcome in peak season.
- Arrive 15 minutes early and bring the voucher.
- Large luggage is not allowed on board.
- Sit inside or upwind if engine smell bothers you; one reviewer complained about exhaust on the outside seats.
- Torcello Cathedral costs €5 on top; pay it on the island if you want to go in.
- Bad weather or exceptional tides can change or cancel the trip; you then get a new date or your money back.
What is included and what is not?
The ticket covers the boat, the factory visit and the commentary; food, drinks, tips and the Torcello Cathedral ticket cost extra.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Round-trip boat in the lagoon | Included |
| Murano glass factory and live demonstration | Included |
| Multilingual commentary on board | Included |
| Phone support before and during the trip | Included |
| Food and drinks | Not included |
| Gratuities | Not included |
| Torcello Cathedral entry (€5, optional) | Not included |
| Guided walk on the islands | Not included |
What small details change the Bucintoro Viaggi Murano Burano day?
Three details separate a smooth day from a rushed one, and the listing states all three.
| Detail | What the listing says | What I would do |
|---|---|---|
| Voucher | Exchange it at the departure point before boarding | Arrive early with the voucher ready |
| Lateness | Rescheduled if there is space, otherwise refunded | Leave a buffer after the waterbus |
| Guide limit | Escorts you only as far as the factory | Download a map of the islands first |
| Accessibility | Listed as wheelchair accessible | Ask the operator about boarding ramps and the island quays |
For the Bucintoro Viaggi Murano Burano ticket, the commentary languages cover English, Italian, Spanish, French and German, so mixed groups can follow the same boat talk. Phone support runs before and during the trip.
How does it compare with the other Murano and Burano tours?
This is the only shared boat with an optional Torcello stop and wheelchair access, and it costs $6 more than the cheapest option.
| Tour | Price | Time | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucintoro Viaggi (this page) | $28 | 4.5 - 5.5 h | 4.2 (18,000+) | 2 or 3 islands |
| Il Doge di Venezia | $22 | 4.5 - 7 h | 4.3 (12,800+) | 2 islands, up to 3 h on Burano |
| Serenissima Motoscafi | $28 | 4 - 4.5 h | 4.4 (6,500+) | 2 islands, factory visit |
| City Wonders | $55 | 5 h | 4.7 (7,700+) | Small group, guided on land |
Is the Bucintoro Viaggi Murano Burano tour worth it versus the other boats?
It is good value if you want choice and a flexible departure time, and I'd take the two-island option; the three-island option leaves little time anywhere.
At $28 you pay about $5 per listed hour, against a $31 median across Venice boat tours, which is cheap partly because the stops are unguided. Reviewers on the three-island version said Torcello was not much to see and that Murano needed more time.
118 small islands carry the city that UNESCO lists together with its 70,176-hectare lagoon.
When is the best time to go?
Choose May, June or September for mild highs of 21 to 29 °C, or accept a cooler trip in March and April when rain days peak.
| Month | Average high | Rain days | On the water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9 °C | 11 | Coat on open deck |
| Feb | 10 °C | 6 | Coat on open deck |
| Mar | 15 °C | 15 | Light jacket for the crossing |
| Apr | 18 °C | 10 | Light jacket for the crossing |
| May | 21 °C | 14 | T-shirt weather |
| Jun | 29 °C | 4 | Shade seat helps |
| Jul | 28 °C | 14 | Shade seat helps |
| Aug | 28 °C | 9 | Shade seat helps |
| Sep | 24 °C | 12 | T-shirt weather |
| Oct | 18 °C | 7 | Light jacket for the crossing |
| Nov | 13 °C | 8 | Light jacket for the crossing |
| Dec | 10 °C | 7 | Coat on open deck |
The 2025 record shows 15 rain days in March and 4 in June. Winter decks are cold at 9-10 °C, and one reviewer said sitting outside meant breathing exhaust from the boat, so pick a seat with that in mind. Exceptional tides can alter the schedule, which the operator covers with a refund or new date.
What do passengers say?
The 20-review sample I read is all five-star, so it shows themes only; the average over 18,000+ reviews is 4.2/5.
- Short stops: the listing summary says some travellers felt rushed and wanted more time on Murano and Burano.
- Torcello: two reviewers said it could be skipped or shortened.
- Meeting instructions: one wished for clearer directions, since the point was an office, not a person.
- Exhaust fumes: one said outside seats smell of the engine.
- Value: several called it good for the money.
Who should skip it?
Skip it if you want a guide on the islands, a small group, or a private boat, because the guide only walks you to the glass factory door.
- Guided-walk seekers: choose the City Wonders tour.
- Groups wanting privacy: see the private boat tours in Venice.
- Travellers with big bags: large luggage is not allowed.
- People short on time: the day runs 4.5 to 5.5 hours.
How do you book the Bucintoro Viaggi Murano Burano tour?
The Bucintoro Viaggi lagoon tour costs from $28 per person (€25), free to cancel up to 24 hours before.
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- Choose two islands for more time or three for more places.
- Pick the earliest departure you can make.
- Check the Venice access fee dates, and keep the voucher for exchange.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Bucintoro Viaggi Murano Burano Torcello tour?
It starts at $28 per person, about €25 at the 2026-10-16 rate. Food, tips and the Torcello Cathedral ticket are extra.
How long is the boat tour?
The listing says 4.5 to 5.5 hours, depending on whether you choose two or three islands.
How much time do you get on each island?
About 1 hour 30 minutes each on the two-island option, and about 50 minutes each on the three-island option.
Is Torcello worth adding?
Reviewers said it could be skipped or shortened, so I would only add it if you care about its history. The cathedral ticket is €5 extra.
Is there a guide on the islands?
No. The guide is on board and walks you only as far as the Murano glass factory; after that you explore on your own.
Where do I meet the boat?
The meeting point depends on the option, with several boarding points in Venice. Arrive at least 15 minutes early and exchange the voucher at the departure point.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The listing says it is wheelchair accessible.
What happens if I am late?
The tour can be rescheduled if availability allows. Otherwise, you are refunded.
What if the weather is bad?
Bad weather or exceptional tides can change or cancel it, and then you get a new date or a full refund.
Do I need to pay the Venice access fee?
The city applies an access fee on set dates. This listing does not cover it, so check cda.ve.it before you travel.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
Sources: Listing data and reviews: GetYourGuide, product 6853 (checked 2026-10-17); Open-Meteo archive API; Frankfurter API; Nager.Date API; walking times by OSRM foot routing; UNESCO World Heritage Centre; ACTV/AVM fares; City of Venice access fee.
