Private Boat Charters in Italy: Our Top 15

1.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,580 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Travel from central Venice to Murano and Burano by private water taxi with a local guide. Watch glassblowing, see handmade lace, browse colorful canals, and enjoy free time on both islands. Guides have included Silvia, Serena, Frankie, Alice, and Elena. The five-hour tour costs $36.28 per person and runs in English.

“Had a nice boat ride to the islands of Murano and Burano. The guide was very knowledgeable and loved the explanation as to the creation of the Venice. The colorful homes and village in Burano was spectacular not to mention the impressive glass making example in Murano. Definitely worth seeing!!”

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2.From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,271 reviews · 11 hours · from $78

Spend a full day visiting Como, Bellagio, and Lugano from Milan. You will travel by coach and private boat, hear live commentary from English-speaking guides such as Amalia, Luca, or Marina, and have free time for food, photos, shopping, and walks. Bring your passport for the Swiss border crossing.

“Awesome tour absolutely enjoyed it to the fullest our guide Monica and our lovely lady driver were very professional yet very friendly. They were excellent in their service and we enjoyed every single second of our tour to lake come would 100%. recommend it and thanks to Monica and our lovely driver who made it so special ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍😊😊😊”

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3.Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,658 reviews · 5 hours · from $35

Take a five-hour small-group boat trip from Venice to Murano and Burano with guides such as Serena, Elena, Frankie, or Monica. Watch a glassblower shape molten glass, see lace made by hand, stroll Burano’s colorful canals, and shop with a 10% or greater discount. Expect moderate walking and limited free time on each island.

“Elena is a great host with local knowledge and sensible recommendations. Lots of good stories on the boat, making the rides short.”

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4.Capri & Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,053 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $216Top rated

Set out from Sorrento on a traditional gozzo with a skipper and a group of no more than eight. You will see Capri’s grottos, Faraglioni rocks, Natural Arch, and Villa Malaparte, with swimming stops, drinks, a Caprese sandwich, and three to five hours on Capri. Guides such as Luca, Anna, Francesco, and Federico add history and helpful island tips.

“Ana and Luca were wonderful. Ana had absolutely amazing energy for the tour, and Luca who took us to extra sites since Blue Grotto wasn’t open (high tides). Luca is also a very highly skilled captain, getting us so close to the amazing rocks! We drank, ate, and swam plenty, and saw beautiful sites and had a wonderful time. We went on 9/28 and the water for swimming was amazing - from someone who refuses to get in cold water! Great tour, great people, highly recommend.”

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5.Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 529 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Best value

Spend about 4.5 hours visiting Murano and Burano from Venice by private boat. Watch a glassblower work, see traditional lace made by hand, and explore colorful Burano with an English-speaking guide such as Silvia, Nicole, or Francesca. The tour includes round-trip transport and free time, but group sizes and island time can vary.

“This is a great package to see both islands and you have free time after the demonstrations. The Murano Glass Gallery is beautiful and Burano itself is a must see. Our Guide Sylvia was amazing. She was very knowledgable and made the trip fun! Worth every penny.”

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6.Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour from Positano, Praiano or Amalfi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours on a private Blue Star boat from Positano, Praiano, or Amalfi. Your skipper guides you past cliffs, beaches, the Emerald Grotto, Fiordo di Furore, and Amalfi, with time to swim and snorkel. Towels, water, snacks, beverages, and a shower are included. Lunch and grotto admission cost extra.

“Best part of our trip to Italy (which was amazing on every I’m level). We experienced the beautiful views, two wonderful dips in the water, drinks and snacks plus our own time in Amalfi at our leisure. Don’t hesitate! I would definitely do this again when I come back with my adult children. Thank you to Saulo!”

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7.4 hours Private Boat Tour to Murano, Burano with local real guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 203 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $216

Join Davide, a Venetian guide and boat captain, for about four hours among Murano, Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello, and smaller lagoon islands. Expect a glassmaking demonstration, lace and mask workshops, colorful canals, local snacks, and stories about Venetian traditions. Confirm whether you are booking a shared or exclusive boat before paying.

“Davide was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable about Murano and Burano. Enjoyed the boat ride over. Only issue was that upon visiting the dress shop, glass factory, lace and mask stores, I felt somewhat compelled to buy something. Items were quite expensive (except for the soap and mask store). Otherwise it was fabulous!”

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8.Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours on a private boat from Sorrento with an English-speaking captain, swimming stops, snorkeling gear, drinks, and time in Positano. Captains such as Flavio, Viktor, Juani, and Alessandro have tailored routes around lunch, swimming, and sightseeing, though English ability can vary by captain.

“Our skipper Shiro was great! He organised the itinerary around what we wanted to do and made it easy for us with kids. Positano was crazy busy in August. Recommend booking a restaurant in advance and having a plan.”

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9.Capri Private Boat Tour from Sorrento, Capri or Positano

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 187 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $422

Spend about eight hours on a private boat from Sorrento, Capri, or Positano with a skipper such as Salvatore, Roberto, or Simone. Expect grotto visits, swimming stops, drinks, snacks, and up to three hours on Capri. The route can change with sea conditions, crowds, and your priorities.

“Giovanni was the best captain and had us laughing the entire time! He told us all about the island and around the tip of sorrento and even took us to the most beautiful waterfall 🥰 other reviews talk about how the fuel cost isn’t included, and they’re right but at that point, who the hell cares? The experience was BEYOND worth it.”

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10.Capri Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours on a private boat from Sorrento to Capri with an English-speaking captain such as Flavio, Juani, Yuri, or Tomas. Visit coastal caves, the Faraglioni, Punta Carena, and Bagni Regina Giovanna, with time to swim, snorkel, eat lunch, and explore Capri. The Blue Grotto costs extra.

“Juani was great and took us to some amazing points and made a great restaurant recommendation. He also made stops when requested for a swim. Great experience”

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11.Private Boat Tour To Capri Departing From Positano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Positano with an English-speaking skipper for a full day around Capri. You’ll see Tordigliano, Punta Campanella, the Blue and Green Grottoes, Marina Piccola, the Faraglioni, and Li Galli. The private boat carries up to five people, with towels, drinks, snacks, and limoncello included. Sea conditions may change the route.

“This was an amazing experience. Private journey to Capri with an excellent captain Antonio. Lots of local knowledge, great boating skills and very personable. Loved every minute of it.”

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12.Capri Private Boat Tour from Positano, Praiano or Amalfi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours on a private 36-foot boat from Positano, Praiano, or Amalfi to Capri. Your captain may include the Faraglioni, Blue Grotto, sea caves, swimming stops, and Punta Campanella. Drinks, snacks, towels, and snorkeling gear are provided. Capri food, land activities, and the Blue Grotto fee cost extra.

“Hermes was a fun and entertaining Captain. From Amalfi to Capri. Although it was cool and windy, with huge swells, the 10 of us were spread all over the boat. Hermes tried to get to all of us to point out the best points of interest. The beer and prosecco flowed liberally.... the boat was in great shape. We went to Capri with my wife and me, our adult kids, my daughter's fiancé and his family. 2 days later we enjoyed a wedding in Ravello. However, the cruise, visit and shopping in Capri, and surrounding beauty was surely one of many highlights. So glad we went this route.”

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13.Salerno: Amalfi Coast Boat Rental (License not Required)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews

You’ll pilot a private boat from Salerno along the Amalfi Coast, with Angela and her family explaining the controls and route. Stop for swimming, snorkeling, coastal views, and lunch suggestions at your own pace. The boat carries up to five, with fuel and a skipper available at extra cost.

“We had a wonderful time exploring the amalfi coast at our own pace, stopping at secluded beaches and enjoying the bluest waters. Thanks Angela!”

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14.Full Day Private Boat Tour to Capri from Positano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours on a private 26-foot boat from Positano to Capri, with captains such as Giuseppe, Simon, or Simone at the helm. You’ll cruise past Punta Campanella, visit sea caves, swim near the Green Grotto and Tordigliano, photograph the Faraglioni, and have about three hours for lunch and Capri’s inland sights.

“LOVED LOVED LOVED!! We annoy say enough about this experience. It was so much fun and our boat driver was amazing. We did the tour from Positano to Capris and we had plenty of time to walk about Capris. The boat was so clean and we got to swim and see great things. We also learned a lot as well’”

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15.Bari:Private Boat Trip over “Gozzovigliando”, fishermen boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $53

See Bari from the water on a private 1.5-hour ride aboard a traditional six-meter gozzo, once used by local fishermen. Skipper Alfonso guides you past San Nicola, Santa Scolastica, Fortino, and the Umbertino waterfront, with Bari snacks, Peroni or prosecco, and a swim stop when conditions allow.

“Atmosfera. Se poate îmbunătăți curățenia barcii”

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