Embark on a magical cruise in the heart of Venice. Visit Venice and its famous landmarks such as San Marco Square and the Doge's Palace. You will also have the chance to attend Christmas mass in Venice. Do not miss out on towns with unique architecture such as Padua, stretching around a charming medieval center dotted with small squares and grand palaces.
Highlights
See the Doge's palace and St. Mark's Square in Venice
Take the opportunity to watch a master glassmaker hard at work in Murano
Visit Padua, and the Basilica dedicated to St. Anthony
See the picture-perfect vividly-colored houses in Burano
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Board MS Michelangelo at 6:00 PM and settle into your cabin. Attend a welcome cocktail party in the lounge and meet the crew. We'll enjoy dinner on board before you’ll have a free evening to explore the city on your own.
*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
A brief cruise through the Venetian Lagoon will bring us to Mazzorbo. Right after lunch, explore the island of Burano—known for its traditional lacemaking and picture-perfect homes that border the canals.
A private boat will bring you on an excursion for both packages to the island of Murano, famous for its glassworks. We’ll visit a studio to watch a glass-blowing demonstration.
CLASSIC package: Guided tour of Saint Mark’s Basilica.
DISCOVERY package: Following the footsteps of Casanova in Venice to Doge’s Palace and its hidden passageways.
This morning, join this optional excursion for both packages: A food tour of little-known neighborhoods in Venice. The tour will begin with a stroll to the Rialto Market, the famous fish market located next to the Grand Canal. Continue on the Cannaregio neighborhood, a melting pot of diversity and authenticity. The next stop will be Castelletto, the first red-light district in the city. At the end of our tour, we'll enjoy a wine tasting with some Italian-style tapas in an osteria.
The ship will cruise through the lagoon. Enjoy some free time on your own in Venice this afternoon and this evening.
You'll leave in the early morning towards Chioggia. This afternoon, join an excursion for both packages
CLASSIC Package: Tour of Padua. Padua, Saint Anthony's homestead, spans out from its medieval center with charming squares and palaces. We’ll visit the basilica that bears his name and his tomb.
DISCOVERY package: Wine tour through the Euganean Hills. The once-volcanic Euganean Hills rise majestically over the Padovan-Venetian plain. Join us on a tour of this beautiful and historic wine country. We’ll visit the Villa Dei Vescovi, a lovely Renaissance-style home that is open to the public. Within this enchanting setting, we’ll enjoy a tasting of wine, cold cuts, and cheese from the region.
Day 5: Venice | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last breakfast on board before disembarking at the passenger terminal in Venice.
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Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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