EUROPEAN Waterways has announced the addition of a new Venetian Lagoon island-hopping cruise, taking advantage of the banning of larger ships from the Giudecca Canal (CW 15 Jul 2021). The cruise explores the smaller islands of the Venetian Lagoon, and sails aboard European’s 20-passenger luxury hotel barge La Bella Vita...
EUROPEAN Waterways has announced the addition of a new Venetian Lagoon island-hopping cruise, taking advantage of the banning of larger ships from the Giudecca Canal (CW 15 Jul 2021).
The cruise explores the smaller islands of the Venetian Lagoon, and sails aboard European’s 20-passenger luxury hotel barge La Bella Vita (pictured).
The vessel cruises between Venice and Mantua along the Po and Tartaro-Canalbianco-Po di Levante, introducing guests to islands such as Burano, Murano, Lido, and Chioggia.
Other highlights of the week-long voyage include Sant’Erasmo, Pellestrina, and San Lazzaro degli Armeni.
The last stop will be in historic Venice itself, mooring just outside the Museo Storico Navale di Venezia, where guests will visit St. Mark’s Square, Basilica di San Pietro di Castello, and Doge’s Palace.
Venetian Lagoon cruises start from 3,890 per person based on double occupancy.
Private whole-barge charters are also available starting at 72,500, based on 20 passengers travelling.
“The islands within the lagoon are truly the hidden gems of Venice,” Managing Director of Derek Banks noted.
“They are often less crowded, yet equally steeped in the history, culture, art, and traditions of this sophisticated city.”
The cruise starts with a Prosecco welcome aboard the barge, with passengers greeted by the captain and crew, followed by the first cruise through the Giudecca Canal at sunset.
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