Venice & the Lagoon
Take in the enchanting sights and atmosphere of Europe's most romantic city on this leisurely cruise through the Venice Lagoon.
Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Venice.
Fly to Venice where you will be met and transferred to your ship for embarkation. Enjoy a welcome cocktail party and dinner as your ship cruises towards 7 Martyrs Quay, close to St Mark's Square. (D)
DAY 2: Venice.
This morning, enjoy breakfast on board as you cruise on the Lagoon, before returning to Venice at Midday for lunch. This afternoon perhaps join an optional excursion to colourful Burano, renowned for its lacemaking, and the glass-blowing island of Murano. Alternatively, enjoy free time in Venice to discover its exquisite piazzas, churches and canals. (B, L, D)
DAY 3: Venice.
This morning, enjoy an optional excursion to magnificent Doge's Palace. After lunch, the afternoon is yours to explore the splendid museums and shopping opportunities that this historic city has to offer. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Venice - Chioggia area - Venice.
Enjoy breakfast as you cross the Bay of Venice and sail to Chioggia, a picturesque town laced with canals, where there will be free time to explore on your own. This afternoon, an optional excursion heads for Padua - a medieval gem famous for its St Anthony's Basilica and Old Town, with its iconic Pedrocchi coffee house. Enjoy a gala dinner on board this evening. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: Venice - UK.
After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
MS Michelangelo
Sail in style aboard CroisiEurope's MS Michelangelo, designed to provide the best in comfort, spaciousness and service. Refurbished in 2011.
Equipped with the most modern technologies, the fully air-conditioned MS Michelangelo accommodates 158 passengers in 78 cabins. Each passenger cabin is well designed in a bright, airy style, creating an atmosphere of security and comfort. Please note that most of the guiding is done by satellite navigation and is available in English; the crew will also translate any announcements into English.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Large sun deck; swimming pool; restaurant with dining room; lounge with television and video; bar with dance floor; gift shop.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. The dining room is large enough to accommodate all passengers in one sitting. Breakfasts are buffet style, while lunch and dinner have set menus, usually including a choice of regional specialities and traditional favourites. Aperitifs, coffee and digestifs are available in the lounge bar. Vegetarian meals and any special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking. There is an evening programme of entertainment and a welcome cocktail on the first night. While on board you will be looked after by the ship's hostess and purser.
Cabins
All outside cabins have twin or double beds; air-conditioning/climate control; satellite TV; radio; hairdryer; safety deposit box; shower and wc; and large picture window. Your holiday price includes a twin main deck cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
Twin/double main deck cabin with large window
Twin/double upper deck cabin with large window
MS Michelangelo
Main Deck twin or double cabin with large window
Upper Deck twin or double cabin with large window
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The Grand Canal, Venice
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Colourful island of Burano, Venice Lagoon
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Burano's brightly painted houses, Venice Lagoon
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Lovely island of Murano, Venice Lagoon
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Murano is famed for its glass-blowing workshops, Venice Lagoon
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St Maria e Donato Basilica, Murano, Venice Lagoon
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Palazzo Ducale and Doge Palace, Venice
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The Campanile and Doge Palace, Venice
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Rialto Bridge, Venice
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Chioggia
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Prato della Valle main square, Padua
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Basilica of St Anthony, Padua
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Padua
Holiday Availability
Unfortunately we do not currently have any available departure dates for this holiday. For more information about possible future departures or suitable alternative holidays please contact us using the number at the top of the page or view one of the Other Holiday Choices
Venice & the Lagoon
Prices are per person
What's Included
- Flights UK - Venice - UK
- Accommodation as shown in cruise ship details
- Meals Full board on cruise ship
- Drinks with meals on cruise (wine, beer, fruit juice, mineral water, 1 cup of tea or 1 cup of coffee)
- Porterage on cruise ship (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between the overseas airport and cruise ship
- All local, port and airport taxes
Cruise Highlights
- Venice
- Chioggia area
