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Read important information about COVID-19 and travel to Italy. On the coast of the Adriatic Sea on Italy's east coast is the legendary city of Venice, known for its extensive network of canals. Enjoy a romantic gondola ride in the evening as you admire the surrounding buildings that reflect the city's Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Take a guided tour of Doge's Palace or the many museums and traditional factories here, like Murano, where you'll see the Venetian glass-making process. Cruises will also visit the small and charming Italian towns of Padua, Chioggia, Taglio di Po, and Verona. Our most popular cruises on the Michaelangelo explore the Po River Delta. Venice's location makes a great port of call for cruises all around the Adriatic, including destinations in Croatia, Greece, and the Dalmatian Coast. Contact us to get started planning today.
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2 Best Po River Cruises from Venice for 2025-2026

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Private Charter - Venice and Mantua Cruise Aboard La Bella Vita $101,000 7 May 11, 2025 Enjoy a 7-day private cruise around Italy on the hotel barge La Bella Vita, which departs from Venice and stops at Pellestrina, Chioggia, Ferrara, Adria, and Governolo before arriving in Mantua. Along the route, sample wines at Bagnoli Estate and Villa Widmann Borletti and visit iconic monuments and bird-filled nature reserves.
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Venice and Mantua Cruise $5,490 7 May 11, 2025 Departing from Venice aboard the intimate ship La Bella Vita, enjoy a 7-day cruise of Italy, stopping in Pellestrina, Chioggia, the Renaissance city of Ferrara, Adria, Governolo, and ending in Mantua. Along the way, savor the wine at Bagnoli Estate and Villa Widmann Borletti, visit famous monuments, and explore the Naval Museum.
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Top 6 Luxury Venice Cruises for 2025-2026

Trip Name From Days Next Departure Summary
Croatian Coast and the Best of Adriatic $38,380 8 Jun 28, 2025 Experience an 8-day cruise from Venice to Dubrovnik on the Emerald Azzurra, exploring historic towns and islands across the Mediterranean. Discover Croatia’s rich culture and stunning coastline while enjoying the comforts of a modern yacht.
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Croatian Coast and the best of the Adriatic $13,190 8 Jun 20, 2026 Embark on an 8-day luxury yacht cruise aboard Emerald Kaia through Croatia, Italy, and Greece. Start in Venice, Italy, and end in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Explore Rovinj, Sibenik, Trogir, Vis, Hvar, and Korcula.
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Hidden Gems of the Croatian Riviera $17,490 8 Sep 26, 2026 8-day cruise along the Adriatic aboard Emerald Kaia. Explore the coastlines and islands of Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France and Spain. Discover rich history, charming streets, and breathtaking landscapes on your unique cruise
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Croatian Coast and the Best of the Adriatic $12,390 8 Jul 05, 2025 Join an 8-day Croatian cruise from Venice to Dubrovnik to see the unexplored Mediterranean coastline on the Emerald Azzurra. Croatia exhibits its own special kind of beauty along the breathtaking Adriatic coast, where azure waters abound.
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From Malta to the Adriatic Coast $6,220 9 Aug 13, 2025 Embark on a 9-day cruise on Le Bougainville, visiting Malta, Montenegro, Croatia, and Italy, with UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Venice, Dubrovnik, and Valletta—benefit from expert-curated excursions at each port, including Tivat's heritage and Lecce from Otranto.
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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia $3,450 12 May 31, 2025 Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Star Flyer, cruising through Italy, Montenegro, and Croatia. Experience historic ports, Mediterranean cuisine, and scenic beauty while enjoying the comfort of a traditional sailing ship.
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2 Best Cruise Deals for Venice, Italy for 2025-2026

Trip Name From Days Next Departure Summary
Cities and splendours of the Adriatic $4,590 8 Aug 15, 2025 8-day cruise along the Adriatic aboard L'Austral. Uncover lesser-known wonders in Dubrovnik, Hvar, Bol, Rab, Brijuni, Pula, Piran, and Venice. Discover rich history, charming streets, and breathtaking landscapes on your unique cruise
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Flavors of the Adriatic $6,999 11 Sep 01, 2025 Embark on an 11-day Adriatic adventure aboard World Navigator. Discover the historic charm of Venice, the stunning beaches of Zadar, and the medieval beauty of Kotor. Enjoy rich cultural experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and delectable cuisine throughout this unforgettable journey.
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Venice Cruise Tips & Travel Guide

Venice Cruise Port Highlights

St Mark Square -
The epicenter of the city is a spectacular site to see and photo opportunities seem endless in every direction. If you want visit highlights such as the Doje's Palace or St Mark's Basilica, where limited tickets and overflowing demand make it important to reserve a ticket ahead of time, so contact your Adventure Life trip planner to make sure it's possible to visit these popular historic attractions. 

Take a gondola ride or a walk along the canals

What's more romantic than a gondola ride in Venice? But gondola rides are pricey, so traveling the way the locals do, by walking throught the city streets and bridges like Rialto Bridge, taking ferries and water taxis, you will get the full Venice experience as well.
 

Beyond Venice, your cruise may include these other amazing port cities such as: 

  • Rome (Civitavecchia) – the country's capital city and home to the Roman empire's most famous ruins, like the Colosseum and the Forum, just to name a few. Additionally,the Vatican City is home to St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the administrative headquarters of the Catholic Church.
  • Sicily - the Mediterranean's largest island is the off the southern coast of Italy, and home to its own unique culture, cuisine and wines.
  • Sardinia - is a picturesque island with a rugged coastline in the middle of the Mediterranean with almost 2,000km of coastline, sandy beaches and a mountainous interior with ample hiking opportunities. Thousands of nuraghi, mysterious Bronze Age stone ruins shaped like beehives dot the countryside.  
  • Naples - here, you can visit the harrowing sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, where artifacts from the violent eruptions of Mt. Vesuvius are well preserved.
When to Visit Venice, Italy
Unlike central Europe which experiences frigid winter temperatures and sweltering summer heat, the Mediterranean city of Venice enjoys more mild temperatures throughout the year, ranging from the low 30s Fahrenheit in the cold winter months to the highs in the low 80s F in the summer. 

The summer months are the high season in Venice, so while you will experience warm to hot weather, you will also likely encounter larger crowds during this season, especially at the most popular attractions and sights.

The shoulder season months of May and September-November are great times to visit this Adriatic city, when there are significantly fewer tourists crowding the sites and temperatures are still warm but more comfortable. 

The winter months from December through late February are colder and not ideal for cruises, though if you don't mind wearing plenty of layers, this can be a great time to visit Venice to get great deals on hotels and admissions to attractions (as long as you know that some sites may close early during winter).

Best Venice Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2025-2026

  • Star Clippers Americas - the acknowledged specialist in sailing cruises for more than 30 years now has been sharing the legendary tall ship dream with thousands of passengers from all over the world. Cast your eye on the domes of San Marco, take a deep breath at the Bridge of Sighs, gaze on the Renaissance glories of the Doge's Palace aboard the 439-foot and 227 guests Royal Clipper
  • Ponant - Founded in 1988, is now the benchmark for a new luxury cruiser style. From the Amalfi Coast to Venice, join an Italian cruise aboard Le Lyria, offering travelers the best of the Mediterranean: sunbathing, coves of crystal clear water, and Greek and Roman ruins. 
  • CroisiEuropehas been crafting destination experiences made exclusively by small ships, with sustainability and green ethics as its core. The 154 passenger MS Michelangelo size allows it to cruise the Venetian Lagoon and moor close to Saint Mark's Square. 
  • Sea Cloud Cruises - has always preserved the true value of windjammers for more than 40 years. The wind and waves beat to determine the direction of life on board. The Sea Cloud II perfectly combines spaciousness for up to 94 passengers with the lifestyle of a private yacht.
  • Emerald Waterways - ensures a wealth of generous inclusions. Enjoy exclusive excursions and experiences, delicious onboard dining, and return flights, even including all gratuities, so you really can relax and enjoy your adventure, knowing everything is taken care of. Reaching an impressive 110 meters in length, the new 100-guest Emerald Azzurra exceeds your yacht cruising expectations.
  • European Waterways - operates a fleet of 17 river cruising ships across Europe from Berkshire, England. The company refurbishes old barges and turns them into hotel barges. Embark La Bella Vita as you sail Italy's Venetian Lagoon, River Po, and Canal Bianco. 

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