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Top Venice Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Discover Venice in May 2026 on one of these 12 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during May 2026 as you enjoy Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Village Visits, and Urban Exploration. Prices for trips in May 2026 range from $3,299 to $117,000 for a vacation of 7 to 14 days. Choose any of the below 12 itineraries in May 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Venice trip planners.
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Discover distinctive Venetian architecture
from $3,299
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Venice & the Jewels of Veneto

Venice Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. La Venezia
  • Experience St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Explore Ancient Torcello
  • Watch Murano Glassmaking
  • Discover Padua’s History
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Venice / Venice
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Village Visits
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Experience an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Venice aboard S.S. La Venezia. Discover the Doge’s Palace, Burano’s colorful houses, Chioggia’s markets, and the Po Delta’s tranquil waterways. Visit castles, art museums, artisan studios, and lively piazzas, while enjoying authentic cuisine and unforgettable views of the Venetian Lagoon.
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Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy
from $5,799
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Rome, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto

Venice to Rome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. La Venezia
  • Explore Doge’s Palace
  • Stroll Burano and Mazzorbo
  • Tour Ancient Rome
  • Visit St. Mark’s Basilica
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Venice / Rome
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Sail from Venice to Rome on an 11-day cruise aboard the S.S. La Venezia. Experience early access to St. Mark’s Basilica, Vicenza’s Teatro Olimpico, Murano’s glassblowers, and Rome’s ancient wonders. Explore Chioggia, Burano, and Padua while enjoying unforgettable cultural, historical, and culinary moments.
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Brilliant blue of Venice's lagoon
from $6,499
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Grand Highlights of Italy & Slovenia

Ljubljana to Rome - 14 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. La Venezia
  • Explore Lake Bled from Ljubljana
  • Visit Doge’s Palace
  • Tour the Vatican City
  • Taste Chioggia Wines
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Ljubljana / Rome
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Variable
Discover Slovenia and Italy on a 14-day cruise from Ljubljana to Rome aboard S.S. La Venezia. Visit Lake Bled, Venice’s Doge’s Palace, Chioggia’s markets, and the ancient wonders of Rome. Savor regional wines, explore medieval towns, and enjoy private after-hours access to St. Mark’s Basilica.
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Discover Venetian secrets on a gondola tour
from $4,299
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Slovenia, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto

Ljubljana to Venice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. La Venezia
  • Visit Doge’s Palace early
  • Walk Ljubljana's historic center
  • Discover scenic Lake Bled
  • Watch Murano glassblowing live
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Ljubljana / Venice
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Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Biking
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Variable
Sail from Ljubljana to Venice on an 11-day Slovenia, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto river cruise aboard S.S. La Venezia. Visit Lake Bled, explore Postojna Caves and enjoy early access to St. Mark’s Basilica. Cruise through the Venetian Lagoon and discover vibrant Burano, Torcello, Chioggia, and Murano, plus historic cities like Padua and Vicenza.
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La Bella Vita
from $6,350
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Classic Cruise – Italy

Venice - Mantua - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Bella Vita
  • Admire Venice’s grand Basilica
  • Explore Doge’s Palace in Venice
  • Visit Murano’s glass factory
  • Discover Chioggia art-filled church
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Venice / Mantua
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Variable
Experience a 7-day cruise on La Bella Vita, exploring northern Italy from Venice to Mantua, with guided tours of historic sites and art museums. Indulge in local cuisine, wine tastings, and stunning views of the Venetian Lagoon and Po River Valley.
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Discover distinctive Venetian architecture
from $9,856
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Classic Italy

Venice to Rome - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Ride the gondola in Venetian canals
  • Discover the Sistine Chapel
  • Explore the Vatican Museums
  • Marvel at the architecture in Siena
  • Savor authentic Tuscan cuisine
  • Enjoy the Tuscan countryside
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Venice / Rose Garden Palace
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Easy Active
Explore Italy's rich culture, history, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and gourmet countryside on this 10-day classic Italian vacation. From Venice to Rome, tour the countryside and world-class sites in Florence, Siena, Colle di Val d'Elsa, and Rome.
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Impressive Medieval Town of San Gimignano, Tuscany
from $6,343
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Family Friendly Italy

10 Day Itinerary
  • Experience Venice as Family in tour
  • Explore Florence Art & Culture
  • Learn Tuscan Cooking Fun
  • Ride Countryside ATV Adventure
  • Visit Ferrari Museum Excitement
  • Discover Ancient Rome Highlights
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Venice / Rome
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Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Cooking Classes, Wildlife Viewing
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Easy Active
Discover Italy’s top highlights on a family-friendly adventure through Venice, Florence, Tuscany, and Rome. Enjoy hands-on experiences like mask-making, cooking, and cycling, visit iconic sites such as the Colosseum and Ponte Vecchio, explore the Ferrari Museum, and experience Italy’s rich culture, history, and flavors together.
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La Bella Vita cruising in Venice
from $117,000
20% OFF
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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Italy

Venice - Mantua - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Bella Vita
  • Admire Venice’s grand Basilica
  • Visit Adria’s museum
  • Tour Ferrara’s castle and cathedral
  • Experience Mantua’s Ducal Palace
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Venice / Mantua
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Variable
Experience a 7-day private cruise on La Bella Vita, exploring northern Italy from Venice to Mantua, with guided tours of historic sites and art museums. Indulge in local cuisine, wine tastings, and stunning views of the Venetian Lagoon and Po River Valley.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Mediterranean
from $13,390
Save $150
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Hidden Gems of the Croatian Riviera

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Stroll Piran Venetian architecture
  • Admire Opatija coastal views
  • Visit Split’s UNESCO-listed palace
  • Sail Venice's iconic canals
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Dubrovnik / Venice
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Variable
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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Civitavecchia, the historic port city that opens the gateway to Rome.
from $3,610
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Italy and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Ponza’s colorful harbor
  • Discover Amalfi’s grand Duomo
  • Admire Lipari’s volcanic beauty
  • Wander Taormina’s ancient lanes
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice on the Star Clipper, exploring Italy and Croatia's hidden gems like Ponza and Otranto. Experience historic towns and local cuisine, and enjoy onboard relaxation and adventure across beautiful coastal seas.
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Cortina D Ampezzo, idyllic mountain peaks of Dolomites
from $8,214
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Dolomites Explorer

Bolzano to Venice - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy the culture of Bolzano
  • Visit Bozen's main local attraction
  • Hike the Parco del Respiro
  • Visit the Abbey of Novacella
  • Cable car ride to Castelrotto
  • Visit a local dairy
  • Discover Cortina's mountain scenery
  • Hike the spectacular Tre Cime
  • Tour Venice's Grand Canal by boat
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Venice / Venice
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Moderate
Drive through stunning mountain scenery to see the panoramic vistas and serene lakes, and pass through enchanting mountain villages on this 8-day tour to the Dolomites mountain range in Italy. Visit
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Cortina D Ampezzo, idyllic mountain peaks of Dolomites
from $9,075
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Dolomites Hiking Adventure

10 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Pesaris' historic center
  • Hike the Mount Coglians
  • Visit a local harpsichord maker
  • Discover Cortina's mountain scenery
  • Hike the spectacular Tre Cime
  • Visit a local dairy
  • Enjoy the culture of Bolzano
  • Tour Venice's Grand Canal by boat
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Venice / Venice
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Camping
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Moderate
On this 10-day tour, hike through the stunning Dolomites mountain range in Italy to see the panoramic vistas, beautiful mountain huts, and serene lakes and pass through enchanting mountain villages.
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