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Houseboat Holidays Italia
Houseboat Holidays Italia
Houseboat Holidays Italia
Houseboat Holidays Italia

Houseboat Holidays Italia

Surprising river cruises in Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia.

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Your sailing holiday without a license.

For over twenty years, our Houseboat fleet has been sailing the waters of Northern Italy. Specialized in renting boats without a driver in the Venice lagoon, we offer you a unique opportunity: a cruise on a houseboat, with family or friends, to discover a beautiful and unspoiled Italy.

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Itineraries

A boat holiday is perfect for everyone, especially if you are looking for an immersive experience, in contact with nature in the open air and away from crowds and mass tourism.

Venice Lagoon and the smaller islands
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Venice Lagoon and the smaller islands

You will be able to sail in a houseboat along the Giudecca canal, admiring the skyline of the most important monuments. Moor in one of the paid ports of the island, all of which our company has agreements with: if you choose the peninsula of Sant'Elena, you’ll disembark in the Venetian quarter, far from mass tourism. You can enjoy the parks, have lunch in the typical taverns, and take the shuttle to the Lido. Afterwards, set sail for the smaller islands of the lagoon.

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Venetian Villas and Riviera del Brenta
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Venetian Villas and Riviera del Brenta

Along the banks of the Brenta, grandiose Venetian villas depict a landscape of history and architecture. The ideal choice for a cultural cruise suitable for everyone, whether families or groups of friends. Delightful villages provide incredible views and excellent restaurants, and lead to the magic of Padua: visit its churches, squares and palaces by bike, guidebook in hand. You’ll be captivated by the art of the city.

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Friuli Venezia Giulia
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Friuli Venezia Giulia

Our itinerary, especially created for boats without a license, enables you to travel through historic centers of great beauty and interest, but also important natural reserves. Let yourself be thrilled by the Marano lagoon and amazed by Grado. There will be typical casoni fishing huts, spectacular sunsets, and feasting on fish in restaurants that are only accessible by boat.

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Beaches and culture between Veneto and Friuli
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Beaches and culture between Veneto and Friuli

Is your idea of ​​a Houseboat holiday a perfect blend of culture and fun? Sail towards the golden beaches of Jesolo, Caorle, and Lignano Sabbiadoro, giving yourself the thrill of swimming on a new beach each time. But you can also discover the amusement parks in the area, immerse yourself in the nightlife, and stroll along one of Italy’s the coolest waterfront promenades.

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the best selection of boats

Houseboat fleet

We offer you the best river boat solutions for a high-level vacation. A safe, pleasant, exciting holiday. Made possible by our experience, which means we have personally tested each boat.

8 people | 4 cabins

Minuetto 8 Electric

The first and only Houseboat with an electric motor. Our exclusive design, which we are very proud of. Built in 2020, she is among the newest, most luxurious and best equipped Houseboats on the European scene.

4 people | 2 cabins

Grand 37

Thanks to the collaboration between Houseboat Holidays Italia and Balt Yacht, a consolidated Northern European builder, we are able to offer the brand new Grand 37, the most luxurious 2-cabin river boat on the market, built and ready to launch in 2024.

3 people | 1 cabin

Suncamper 35

The boat was built in 2024 and is the smallest in our fleet. Exclusively designed for couples, it offers a holiday experience that amounts to continuous pampering and maximum comfort and privacy.

6 people | 3 cabins

Minuetto 6

This yacht is perfect for a medium-sized family who wants enough space to spend a relaxing week on holiday.

8 people | 4 cabins

Minuetto 8

This model has been available since 2018, and is therefore very recent. It is a refined and much appreciated boat, with a captivating modern design.

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Stories and Insights

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Travel stories, inspirations and insights to prepare your holiday on board. Filter by category and enjoy reading.

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Wanting Summer: Why Choose a Houseboat Holiday

Summer is coming and it is already time to book a holiday. Here are the reasons why a houseboat holiday is ideal!

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Venetian Easter Traditions: An Enchantment of Water and Culture

Discover Veneto's Easter traditions: from fugassa to the bussolai of Burano, experience a unique Easter sailing through history and flavours on a houseboat.

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Couple and Small Family Holidays: The Unique Houseboat Experience

Discover romantic houseboat holidays for couples and small families. Intimate experiences and enchanting activities in Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia.

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Birdwatching in a Houseboat: A Unique Journey into the Nature of the Venetian and Friulian Lagoons

Birdwatching is an incredible experience aboard a houseboat, to enjoy the flora and fauna of Veneto and Friuli.

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Breathing in the Spring Air in the Lagoon: A Unique Journey

Discover the lagoon pearls that can only be visited by houseboat, from Lazzaretto Nuovo to the Armenian Mechitarist Monastery, for a unique spring.

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The Adriatic Coast: Between Events and Gastronomy

Discover the Adriatic coast in spring, from Jesolo and Caorle to San Donà del Piave, in an April full of events and traditions.

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Activities for young and old during a houseboat holiday

Discover exciting houseboat adventures for families with HHI: swimming, fishing, canoeing, cycling and unforgettable picnics.

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Summer by a Thousand and One Nights in Veneto and Friuli

Discover an enchanted summer with Houseboat Holidays Italia: adventures and flavors between Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia, aboard dreamy houseboats.

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The 5 Cycling Routes You Can't Miss

Discover 5 cycling routes in the beautiful regions of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia, among nature, history and breathtaking landscapes.

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Wines to taste during your holiday in Veneto and Friuli

Discover the authentic wines of Veneto and Friuli with Houseboat Holidays Italia. An adventure among flavours, history and nature, from Prosecco to hidden wine gems.

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An experience in close contact with water, along the slow flowing river, away from crowds and mass tourism.

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An amazing experience.

We had a great trip. Nice area, no serious boat issues.

Robin Stout, Google user

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Great holiday.

Honestly one of the best vacations I ever took. You do need to have driven a boat before - these boats are sturdy, it’s mostly because you dock at marinas with very nice boats. Reversing is tricky which makes the locks a bit dicey, but pick a route with only a limited number and you will have a fantastic time with the family.

Carolyn Austring, Google user

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Great holiday.

Honestly one of the best vacations I ever took. You do need to have driven a boat before - these boats are sturdy, it’s mostly because you dock at marinas with very nice boats. Reversing is tricky which makes the locks a bit dicey, but pick a route with only a limited number and you will have a fantastic time with the family.

Carolyn Austring, Google user

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I will not forget this trip.

I'm very glad we went on this wonderful houseboat vacation! We were only 2 people but we made it. I will not forget this trip, it was an incomparable experience that enriched my life.

Gabrielle, first time customer

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Our weekend on board was beautiful!

We were very happy with the organisation, with your navigation suggestions and with the perfectly equipped and very comfortable boat. It was a very beautiful experience and I'm telling everyone about it since I really believe it's a truly exciting tourism formula. I hope to have soon another opportunity to enjoy your proposals! Thank you very much also for your availability and support during the organization phase!

Daniela, first time customer

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