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Destination Italie

Rental of Self drive river boat in Italy, Venice Lagoon

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River cruise in Italy

Let yourself be tempted by a river cruise in the most beautiful and romantic place in the world, the Venice Lagoon! You can moor a few steps from the inner canals of Venice, discover the glassworks of Murano, the lace of Burano or visit the many colourful and authentic islands in the lagoon! To navigate in Italy, you can start your cruise in Casale, Chioggia or Precenicco.

 

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Venice

Cruise in Italy

Rent your houseboat to navigate on the Venice lagoon

What about navigating one of the most beautiful waterways in the world? Opt for a river cruise on the Venice Lagoon. On the programme, visit Venice, discover the glassworks of Murano, the lace of Burano, visit the many colourful and authentic islands in the lagoon or relax on the golden beaches and swim in the lagoons of the Friuli region.


Example of boats for Venise.

Range Comfort 2 2
Caprice

Caprice

€1,519

From €253 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Microwave Microwave
Air freshener Air freshener
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Comfort 4 0
Clipper

Clipper

€1,659

From €276 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Range Comfort 2 2
Penichette 1020 FB

Penichette 1020 FB

€2,275

From €455 / pers

Week of the 3/23/24 to 3/30/24

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two Steering Positions Two Steering Positions
Bow Thruster Bow Thruster
Electric Toilets Electric Toilets
220 Volt Socket 220 Volt Socket
Bimini Bimini


All locks and mobile bridges on the lagoon and its surroundings are automatic.

The nagivation in Venice is forbidden, but you will find many moorings nearby, so you can use the vaporetto to access the center of Venice.

Drop off the moorings only in the areas provided for this purpose. An extra charge will be requested upon booking to cover the mooring costs in Mazzorbo, Vignole and Chioggia.

Everything you need to know about navigation on a licence-free boat in Venice

The most beautiful part of Italy to do by licence-free boat is from Treviso to Venice via Murano and Burano. You will navigate through colourful and authentic Italian towns. You can visit the magnificent Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta in Torcello, walk through Burano and Murano to discover the famous painted houses and discover Venice and its magnificent monuments. 

During your river cruise, you can cross several typical towns and islands such as Murano, Burano, Venice, Torcello, Chioggia, Jesolo, Dolo and Stra. Navigating in the Venetian Lagoon on a licence-free boat, you will discover the history, culture and gastronomy of Italy. 

For an unforgettable experience on the River Thames, you can go on a river cruise from the end of March to the end of October.

Travelling with Cris Boat

Crisboat has more than 90% of the French fleet of self drive river boats. Entrust us with your desires and your availabilities and we will shape your holidays on the water. Located in the heart of the Vienne, Crisboat is the leader in self driver river boat rental in France. Discover our team, made up of 6 experts ready to take up the challenge to design the cruise that will meet your expectations.

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Houseboat and licence-free boat hire on the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Burgundy Nivernais

 

Ideal region for a licence-free boat cruise through vineyards, wild and isolated landscapes.

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Franche-Comté

 

Navigate by licence-free boat through vineyards, postcard landscapes and gastronomy!

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Mayenne and Anjou

One of the most beautiful waterways in France to discover by licence-free boat

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Brittany

 

Discover the folklore of Brittany, its traditions and the legend of King Arthur.

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Alsace

Alsace

 

A licence-free boat rental, with gastronomic stops and bike rides along the canals.

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Lot

 

With its fascinating valley carved into the rock the Lot is the most picturesque river

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Charente

 

Discover the river Francis I called the most beautiful in his kingdom.

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Aquitaine

 

Go boating without a licence-free in Aquitaine and discover the land of gastronomy!

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Ardennes

 

Cruise down the river and admire the surrounding Vosges mountains

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Venise

Houseboat in Italy, navigate in the Lagoon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

During your licence-free boat cruise in Italy, we recommend the Venice Lagoon. Between islands, lively cities, typical colourful villages and gastronomy, it is the ideal place to soak up the Italian culture. Take the time to discover the extraordinary architectural masterpiece of Venice!