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Brilliant blue of Venice's lagoon

Gulf of Venice at Christmas Time

Example 8 Day Cruise aboard Emerald Azzurra
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This festive 8-day itinerary aboard the Emerald Azzurra explores the Gulf of Venice and offers countless opportunities to experience the stunning capital of Northern Italy’s Veneto region at its festive finest. Enjoy a stop in Ravenna, showcasing its colorful architecture and its eight UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites. Dock in the Slovenian port city of Koper and the beautiful fishing port of Rovinj, Croatia. Finally, cruise into the Gulf of Venice to the seaside towns of Chioggia and Trieste.
Visit the proud and ancient city of VeniceVisit charming RovinjWander the cobbled streets of RovinjChurch of St. Antonio Thaumaturgo, Trieste, ItalyBrilliant blue of Venice's lagoon
Highlights
  • Experience the port cities of Koper, Slovenia and Rovinj, Croatia
  • Visit Ravenna with its eight UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites
  • Spend your holidays in the Venice Gulf
  • Explore highlights of this region for the holidays
Places Visited
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Venice, Italy | Embark

Upon your arrival in Venice, you’ll board your spectacular super yacht, Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise.

Day 2: Ravenna, Italy

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Situated in the northern Italian province of Emilia Romagna, Ravenna, with its eight UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, is a paradise for foodies, art-lovers, historians and culture vultures alike.

Day 3: Koper, Slovenia

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This Slovenian port city has been described as the ‘town of a hundred suns’, where Venetian palaces, sun-kissed nature reserves and world-famous climbing areas draw you in with an inimitable charm.

Day 4: Rovinj, Croatia

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This stunning fishing port boasts charming cobbled streets and an Italian-like character. Once an island of its own, it has since become a bustling visitor attraction with a lively restaurant and café culture.

Day 5: Chioggia, Italy

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
A seaside town south of Venice, Chioggia is a fishing port which has adopted a slower pace of life than its bustling neighbour. Today, you’ll sail the short distance to Venice. 

Day 6: Venice, Italy

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Enchanting, elegant and unique, Venice is a city unlike any other. Built on a lagoon, its famous waterways are filled with the sound of serenading gondoliers, while its squares are home to marble palaces including the awe-inspiring Palazzo Ducale.

Day 7: Trieste, Italy

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Trieste is a little piece of Italy tucked into Slovenia. There is a particularly unique culture in this border city with Italian, Croatian and Austro-Hungarian influences evident throughout, from its elegant Piazza dell’Unita d’Italia to its bronze statue of Irish author James Joyce. 

Day 8: Venice, Italy | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Today you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.

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Emerald Azzurra

Sky Deck
Azzurra Pool
Pool Back View

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Oceanview Stateroom
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Oceanview Stateroom (D)
182ft² - 204ft² (17m² - 19m²). Situated on the Emerald Deck, towards the front of the yacht, Oceanview Staterooms are bigger than the average standard.
Balcony Stateroom
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Balcony Stateroom (B)
285ft² - 306ft² (26.5m² - 28.5m²). Situated on the Observation deck, Balcony Staterooms are stylish home-away-from-home. With everything you need for a great night’s sleep.
Balcony Stateroom
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Balcony Stateroom (A)
285ft² - 306ft² (26.5m² - 28.5m²). Situated on the Panorama deck, Balcony Staterooms are stylish home-away-from-home. With everything you need for a great night’s sleep.
Deluxe Balcony Stateroom
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Deluxe Balcony Stateroom (S)
382ft² - 403ft² (35.5m² - 37.5m²). Deluxe Balcony Staterooms are conveniently located on the Pool Deck and feature their own private balcony. With just two per yacht, you’ll benefit from having extra space for the assured comfort.
Terrace Suite
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Terrace Suite (T)
648ft² - 669ft² (60.2m² - 62.2m²) (includes outside terrace). Spacious Terrace Suites take pride of place at the back of the Panorama Deck. As the name suggests, you’ll enjoy a private oversized terrace, where you’ll be able to relax and take in the views as you sail into the world’s prettiest ports.
Yacht Suite
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Yacht Suite (Y)
700ft² - 721ft² (65m² - 67m²) (includes outside terrace). Positioned at the back of the Observation Deck, you’ll be treated to sensational ocean and coastal views from the private terrace. Receive a number of inclusions to help you make the most of your time in your Yacht Suite.
Owner Suite
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Owner's Suite (SA)
1,162ft² - 1,192ft² (108m² - 110.8m²) (includes outside terrace). Oversized Owner’s Suites are the largest and most opulent, located on the Pool Deck. Boasting a separate bedroom and lounge area, also enjoy the large private terrace, from which to see the stunning views of each port you visit.

Notes

- Single accommodations are available on some, but not all, tours for a single supplement rate, payable at the time of booking.
- Children under 12 years old are ineligible to participate in tours, except for applicable Christmas tours and cruises and only if accepted by operator in its sole direction.
- Due to the availability of alcohol on many of vacation packages, children and other persons under 21 years of age must be accompanied by a person over the age of 21 (an "Adult") and must share their accommodation with that Adult.
- Most transportation services are not equipped with elevators or wheelchair ramps, and cabin doors and rest rooms may not be wide enough to provide access for standard wheelchairs.
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Choice between Emerald Plus and Emerald Active Excursions
  • Wifi
  • Complimentary Wine, Beer and Soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board
  • The services of an Emerald Cruises Tour Manager
  • Airport transfers to and from the ship
  • Port taxes and charges
  • All tipping and gratuities
  • Including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
Excluded
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Travelers are urged to arrange comprehensive travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances that may occur during the tour

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