Barchetto River Cruise: Traditional Boat Ride with Wine Tasting in Florence

Experience a traditional boat ride on the Arno River in Florence, complete with wine tasting and stunning views of iconic landmarks. Don’t miss this unique and memorable experience!

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Ponte Vecchio - see the Ponte Vecchio from the Arno River
  • Corridoio Vasariano - see the corridoio vasariano from the Arno River
  • Palazzo Corsini - see Palazzo Corsini from the Arno River
  • Uffizi - see Uffizi from the Arno River
What's Included
  • Cool Wine or soft drink for the afternoon and evening option
  • Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)
  • Italian Breakfast only for the 09:30 am morning option
  • Only in English for the highest quality
  • English speaking fully licensed History guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
Additional Information

Navigate the Arno River and pass beneath the astounding Ponte Vecchio, a renowned bridge in Florence, on a barchetto, a quaint traditional boat! Seen as Florence’s response to the Venetian gondola, your barchetto is one of only four genuine originals still plying the waters of Florence. Enjoy this rare experience with a cool glass of Tuscan rosé or white wine, while witnessing the stunning sights of Florence such as the Corsini Palace and the Santa Trinita Bridge. A delicious Italian breakfast is included on the morning tour.

  • RAIN POLICY:
  • The tour departure might be cancelled due to rain
  • We will do our best to proceed with the tour. However rain or adverse weather conditions could prevent us from being able to offer an enjoyable and fully safe experience
  • In case we cancel the tour (and only in this case), guest options are:
  • Rain check to be used the following day or at any other time, subject to availability. The Rain check is a voucher given to client. The voucher is transferable and may be sold or given to others to use at a future date and lasts up to 1 year from date. It has a value that can be possible used in any other tour provided by our company
  • 100% refund for tour cancellation
  • Please note that clients’ safety and comfort are of utmost priority
  • In any case, clients should show up at the meeting point at the scheduled time, or contact the office in advance
  • No-shows will not be refunded
  • Morning option includes an Italian breakfast instead of the wine. The activity last 1.5 hours.
  • We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
Location
Piazza Mentana, 2
Piazza Mentana
Meet your tour leader at Piazza Mentana 2red FIRENZE (opposite from the Arno River). Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Britannie_w
Jul 21, 2024
Absolute must do!! - Beautiful, original and amazing! The Arno river is so clean and serene. Nice view of all of the bridges and the Gold Mecca. Our guide pointed out the best Gelato(2 places) that was the best we had in Italy. (Must be in metal containers with lids so you can’t see the flavors) who would have known?? She also recommended a viewing point garden that my son was in love with. Very cool to see the ancient art of river cruising with only a stick for a paddle. She was so informative and we shared a nice glass of wine and she made sure we all had our photo taken in the best spot on the Arno. Small group, they offered juice for kids and umbrellas for the sun if you needed. The history was unparalleled. Definitely recommend.
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Ramona_b
Jul 11, 2024
Nice boat ride - Nice tour by boat, enjoyed our tour guides information. The scenery was beautiful! Very relaxing on the water.
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Norma_k
Jul 10, 2024
Exceptional Experience - I took the sunset tour. Our guide was amazing. She was so knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Florence. This tour is a must when you go to Florence.
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Ivette_r
Jul 8, 2024
Relaxing activity before dinner - Very calm, relaxing, and informative trip down the Arno River. The glass of wine was a very nice touch. We chose the 6:00 time slot and it was perfect to go straight to dinner straight from this activity. Our tour guide and Barchetto operator were very kind.
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Mark_d
Jun 22, 2024
Delightful spin down the Arno - Delightful trip down the river, very informative guide, different perspective on some of the attractions of Florence.
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Erik_d
Jun 21, 2024
Comprehensive historical info - We had a lovely time. Our guide, native of Florence, Francesca, was passionate about the city and gave us a comprehensive history. She answered our many questions graciously. We’ll be back next year!
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Donald_p
Jul 28, 2024
Boat ride - It was OK but a little short for the price. Otherwise, it was a nice little ride. Had some wine and had a nice history lesson of the place. Glad I went.
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Hazem_m
Jul 2, 2024
Gandola Ride Ponte Veccio overrated - For the value of what you pay for in my opinion ITS NOT WORTH IT! You can enjoy the same view by taking a stroll at the edge of the river. You can have the same ROMANTIC experience and save money by booking an outdoor table at any of the restaurants to enjoy the setting.
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David_c
Jul 2, 2024
Couldn’t find our guide when we arrived 15mins before the start time. and the guide was poor - Not good, wouldn’t recommend this. Couldn’t find our guide, instructions were poor. There were two number 2’s in the square and we picked the wrong one!
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Nomadtravels2022
Jun 30, 2024
Safe your money for a better tour - Safe your money, this tour is a joke, all they do i take you underneath the 3 bridges, takes 25 minutes tops, the guide just pointed out a couple of random times to building as an afterthought and then returned and headed back. No wonder the persons ahead of us were complaining that they didn’t even get a bottle of water. Definitely would not recommend nor do again.
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