Venice from the Water
4 nights in the beautiful city of Venice
from £465
Day 1 : Gatwick to Venice
Fly in the morning from London Gatwick to Venice. Transfer to the the vessel at St. Basilico Maritime Station. Afternoon at leisure before sailing to Riva Sette Martiri for the night. Welcome cocktail and dinner on board.
Day 2 :
An optional morning walking tour includes St. Marks Square and Cathedral, the Bridge of Sighs and an interior visit of the Doges' Palace (ticket also valid for the art collection of Museo Correr). At lunchtime enjoy a cruise northwards through the lagoon viewing the islands of Torcello, Burano and Murano from the comfort of the MS Michelangelo.
Day 3 :
'Hidden Venice' is an optional morning walking tour which explores the lesser known Castello area, visiting the church of San Zaccaria which contain works by Giovanni Bellini. Afternoon free. An optional evening at Palazzo Zeno including drinks and live performance of opera arias, classical music and Italian melodies
Day 4 :
Morning cruise southwards through the Venice Lagoon to the fishing port of Chioggia. Cruise back to Venice and moor at St. Basilico Maritime Station. Optional tour of the Accademia. Evening at leisure for final exploration of Venice
Day 5 : Venice to Gatwick
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Venice airport for return flight to London Gatwick
