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Venice Carnival

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Vacation at the center of the action during the Venice Carnival, where history and romance mingle within the labyrinth of canals and mysterious side streets. Follow Casanova's footsteps and discover the passionate, intriguing secrets within La Serenissima. During exclusive tours, discover the renowned Murano glassworks—as crystal elegance takes shape in the h...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • HIGHLIGHTS Discover the history of the most celebrated carnival in the world
    • A compendium of colors and wonders during the daily stream of costumes
    • Our ship is moored in the heart of Venice near Saint Mark’s Square
    • Cruise through the Venetian Lagoon for an exceptional view of the city's emblematic monuments
    • THE MUST-SEE SITES: Create your own carnival mask in a workshop
    • Venice and its intrigues, travel back in time and follow Casanova's footsteps
    • Murano and its glassworks—the age-old tradition of creating sleek colors

What's this trip about?

    Vacation at the center of the action during the Venice Carnival, where history and romance mingle within the labyrinth of canals and mysterious side streets. Follow Casanova's footsteps and discover the passionate, intriguing secrets within La Serenissima. During exclusive tours, discover the renowned Murano glassworks—as crystal elegance takes shape in the hands of master craftspeople—and the workshop of talented artists who sustain the Venetian identity by keeping traditional Carnival mask-making alive. Explore the La Fenice Opera House and learn about its fascinating history and splendid architecture. Round out your vacation with a private dinner accompanied by baroque music in a Venetian palace on the banks of the Grand Canal. Plunge into the carnival atmosphere at an elegant and intriguing soirée overflowing with Venetian glamor.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityVenezia
End CityVenezia

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day -excursions mentioned in the program - all onboard beverages (not including our special wine and drinks list) - accommodations in a double-occupancy, climate-controlled cabin with shower in private bathroom - onboard activities - welcome cocktail - gala evening - assistance from our onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess - emergency/repatriation insurance - baggage carrying service taxes - all port fees.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 VENICE

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Enjoy dinner on board and take advantage of a free evening in Venice.

Day 1 VENICE

Boarding.We’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.Explore Venice on your own this evening.

Day 2 VENICE - MAZZORBO

The morning excursion is: Venice following the footsteps of Casanova. Discover the city's romantic, libertine side by following the footsteps of its famous philanderer—Giacomo Casanova. Learn about his fascinating life as you tour La Serenissima's small streets and co...

Day 2 VENICE - MAZZORBO

Included excursion: Venice following the footsteps of Casanova.Cruise through the Venetian Lagoon to Mazzorbo.Free time on the Island of Burano.Included excursion: Murano.

Day 3 MAZZORBO - VENICE

The morning will be spent cruising through the Venetian Lagoon to Venice. Enjoy a tasting of frittole on board. Frittole is a traditional carnival-time pastry, much like a doughnut. But it is so much more! An authentic frittole must have the proper ingredients: Yeast-...

Day 3 MAZZORBO - VENICE

We’ll spend the morning cruising.Included excursion: La Fenice Opera House.Tonight is our festive gala evening.

Day 4 VENICE

Excursion: Visit a Venetian mask-making workshop and make your own! We'll set out for a unique experience at a Venetian mask-making workshop. Once comfortably in place, we'll learn about the secrets and significance of the Venetian Carnival designs. The bases of the b...

Day 4 VENICE

Excursion included: Visit a Venetian mask-making workshop and make your own!Enjoy some free time in Venice this afternoon.Soirée in a Venetian palace.

Day 5 VENICE

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

Day 5 VENICE

Disembarkation.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,639
Price per day$328
Last Updated: 10/2/2024

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What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers to/from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

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