Venice & the Lagoon
Take in the enchanting sights and atmosphere of Europe's most romantic city on this leisurely cruise through the Venice Lagoon.
The Grand Canal, Venice
Colourful island of Burano, Venice Lagoon
Burano's brightly painted houses, Venice Lagoon
Lovely island of Murano, Venice Lagoon
Murano is famed for its glass-blowing workshops, Venice Lagoon
St Maria e Donato Basilica, Murano, Venice Lagoon
Palazzo Ducale and Doge Palace, Venice
The Campanile and Doge Palace, Venice
Rialto Bridge, Venice
Chioggia
Prato della Valle main square, Padua
Basilica of St Anthony, Padua
Padua
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Venice.
Fly to Venice where you will be met and transferred to your ship, MS Michelangelo, 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)
Note: Occasionally the ship will disembark in a different location and will require a short walk.
Drinks with meals included on cruise
Wine, beer, fruit juice, mineral water and one cup of tea or coffee.
Early Booking Offer
Book before 1 February to receive a 30 Euro per person drinks voucher.
Optional Excursion Package
£85 per person
The following optional excursion package can be purchased at the time of booking and includes:
Murano and Burano
Day 2 - Islands tour
Venice
Day 3 - Doge's Palace
Padua
Day 4 - Excursion
Note: All optional excursions are subject to change and a minimum number of participants are required for them to operate.
Your Holiday Map
Venice & the Lagoon
MS Michelangelo
Double cabin, MS Michelangelo
Twin cabin, MS Michelangelo
Restaurant, MS Michelangelo
Swimming pool, MS Michelangelo
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MS Michelangelo
Sail in style aboard CroisiEurope's MS Michelangelo, designed to provide the best in comfort, spaciousness and service. Well-maintained and 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; dining room; lounge 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
MS Michelangelo Sun Deck
MS Michelangelo Upper Deck
MS Michelangelo Main Deck
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Main Deck twin or double cabin with large window
Upper Deck twin or double cabin with large window
Venice & the Lagoon 4 nights
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| Date | Depart From | Price from PP | |
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| 29 Mar 2012 | London Gatwick |
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Venice & the Lagoon
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What's Included
- Flights UK - Venice - UK
- Accommodation as per cruise ship details
- Meals Full board on cruise ship
- Drinks with meals on cruise (wine, beer, fruit juice, mineral water, one cup of tea or coffee)
- Porterage on cruise ship (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between overseas airport and cruise ship
- All local, port and airport taxes
Cruise Highlights
- Venice
- Chioggia area
Departures from
- London Gatwick
Departures between
29 Mar 2012 to 23 Oct 2012
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS: All prices shown include ALL compulsory charges (Fuel Supplement, Air Passenger Duty & Flight Supplement where applicable). Book with confidence: We are members of ABTA and all our air-inclusive holidays are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme
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