Take an in depth tour of Italy's lagoon and Po Delta on this 6 day cruise on board the MS Michaelangelo. Visit a small pilgrimage town full of artistic treasures, 'Santo' basilica, World Heritage Sites, Doge's Palace, and Lagoon islands. This short cruise is a great introduction to the rich history of Italy and historic sites that it holds. Enjoy extra time to explore Venice at your own pace and then continue on to the next stop on your European vacation!
Highlights
Explore Padua, a pilgrimage town full of artistic treasures
View Verona, the beautiful & romantic setting for Romeo and Juliet
Hike on the wine route, through the Euganean Hills and Arquà Petrarca
Visit the fishing island of Burano, famous for its traditional lacework
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Arrive in Venice and board the MS Michelangelo after 6:00 p.m. After settling into your cabin, attend a welcome cocktail party in the lounge and familiarize yourself with the ship and her crew. After dinner, leave the ship to discover Venice and all its sights. The Michelangelo remains in port overnight.
Day 2: Venice | Chioggia | Padua | Taglio Di Po | Polesella
You'll spend this morning cruising to Chioggia. In the afternoon, join an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Padua, the town of St Anthony of Padua.
Return on board in Taglio di Pô(1). If you do not choose to go on the excursion to Padua, a transfer is established to the famous resort of Sottomarina. There you will have some free time to enjoy its beautiful promenade by the sea (possibility of bathing) or the city center. Then drive to Taglio Di Po where you'll return on board for an evening of entertainment.
Day 3: Polesella | Ferrara | Verona | Taglio Di Po
Join a unique guided tour of Ferrara, awarded the World Heritage status by UNESCO, this town was home to the Este Court. This afternoon, take one of the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Verona, a truly fine Italian city made famous by the tale of Romeo and Juliet. Don't miss its Roman theater and the Giusti Gardens.
DISCOVERY: Verona by bike and the Giusti Gardens, one of the city’s marvels.
Afterwards, return on board in Polesella before cruising towards Taglio di Po, reaching it in the evening. Remain in port overnight.
Day 4: Taglio Di Po | Chioggia (or Outskirts) | Venice
Departure by coach to Chioggia. Stop for some free time in Adria. Then continue towards Chioggia and take some time to stroll around and discover the town for yourselves. Return on board in Chioggia and cruise towards Venice. Join one of the excursions proposed :
CLASSIC: Guided tour of the Doge's Palace, the symbol of the glory and power of Venice, and the famous Piazza San Marco.
DISCOVERY: Following the footsteps of Casanova in Venice, tour of the Doge's palace and its mysterious passageways.
The evening is free to do as you please. Remain in port overnight.
This morning, visit the lagoon islands of Murano and Burano. Burano, a fishing island, is famous for its traditional lacework. Murano is famous for its glass-work not forgetting the fine churches of St. Maria and St. Donato, some of the oldest in the lagoon. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Venice on your own or perhaps take an optional gondola trip(to be booked and paid for onboard). Tonight is your festive gala dinner and evening. Remain in port overnight.
Day 6: Venice | Disembark
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, disembark in Venice and transfer to the airport for your return trip home.
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Main Deck-Cat A
51 cabins (44 twins, 2 single cabins, 4 cabins with a double bed, 1 suite) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck- Cat B
cabins (44 twins, 2 single cabins, 4 cabins with a double bed, 1 suite) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck-Cat C
cabins (44 twins, 2 single cabins, 4 cabins with a double bed, 1 suite) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat A
27 twin cabins with large windows equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat B
twin cabins with large windows equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners
5 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Accommodation in double cabins
Wi-fi access
All meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table
In the case of cruises offering extensions in hotels, the catering services are only as those detailed in the programs concerned
Drinks (unless stated otherwise in the cruise program). The drinks included in the package are those provided by CroisiEurope and consumed as part of the meals taken aboard the boat, as well as in the bar (with the exception of the special bar card and wine list). Their non-exhaustive list is: water, wine, beer, fruit juice, coffee
Port taxes
Insurance assistance / repatriation
Excluded
Gratuities
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Cancellation and baggage insurance
Routings (unless otherwise stated), airport taxes, and handling fees
All services not mentioned in the program
Drinks on the bar's and restaurant's special wine lists
Drinks taken during meals during excursions, extensions or transfers
Kate was great to work with in the planning stage. She was prompt, helpful, and efficient. Our tour guide, Edwin, was knowledgeable and passionate. We were very happy to have traveled with Adventure Life, it made the trip easy and a true pleasure. We could concentrate on enjoying the experience rather than the details of travel.
