This region of northwest Italy is home to beautiful islands, acclaimed art museums, stunning architecture and a colourful history, and a luxury cruise along iconic waterways of Venice is the perfect way to explore the very best of what the Lagoon has to offer.
Your home-from-home on this eight-day cruise is the glamorous S.S. La Venezia, a small ship with gorgeous furnishings influenced by the sophisticated style of Venice. This trip will be made extra-special through special appearances from Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, who'll host a private Q&A about his life and career, give an onboard talk and hold a drinks reception where photos will be available. Tom will also host a cooking demonstration with small tasting plates.
During the week you'll marvel at the sights and sounds of the Veneto, including special access to some of Venice's top ladmarks. You'll visit the impressive St Mark's Basilica after dark to see a peaceful lighting ceremony, and step inside the church on Torcello before it opens to the public for a moment of peace.
Also included in your trip is VIP access to the Doge's palace for an early morning visit. There's a range of other excursions too, all included. Whether you'd like to take walking tours to learn more about the history of the lagoon, or cycle the beaches of Chioggia, there'll be lots to keep you occupied.
There's plenty of time to see eveything this stunning island has to offer and to pay visits to Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello, Chioggia, and Murano, giving you a complete picture of life in the Lagoon.
And, when you're not busy exploring on land, enjoy relaxing with the wonderful facilities on S.S. La Venezia, including three dining venues, a spa, library, lounge and bar.
Tom Kerridge is a British chef whose restaurant journey began in 2005, when he took over The Hand & Flowers in Marlow. Tom and his wife Beth turned the run-down pub into a Michelin-starred gastropub in the very same year, and earned a second Michelin star in 2021. He has written a number of cookbooks and is currently fronting a six part TV series on ITV.
Today you'll arrive at Venice Marco Polo airport, where you'll meet your transfer and later board the elegant S.S. La Venezia, your home for the week. You'll have some spare time to unpack and settle into your Riverview Stateroom before dinner.
Today starts with an early morning visit to the Doge's Palace to explore this usually busy site in peace. You'll enter through a side door, which is usually reserved for dignitaries and VIPs.
In the afternoon, there will be a drinks reception with Tom Kerridge, who will give a talk on his career followed by a Q&A and book signing (book not supplied - guests will need to bring their own books for Tom to sign).
Later, take a stroll through a traditional Venetian neighbourhood to see how local life unfolds in this fascinating city. Tonight, you'll attend a private after-hours lighting ceremony inside St Mark's Basilica without the crowds.
After breakfast on your ship, decide whether you'd prefer to visit Vicenza or Padua - both are UNESCO World Heritage Cities.
In the afternoon, you'll reboard the ship for a scenic journey across the lagoon towards Burano and Mazzorbo. Tom Kerridge will host an onboard cooking demonstration with tasters.
This evening, your captain will host a special welcome reception and dinner.
This morning you'll visit Torcello's basilica, the oldest church in the Venetian lagoon. You'll be joined by an art historian who'll share an expert commentary as you explore. There's time for coffee in a traditional osteria before returning to the ship.
In the afternoon you can decide whether to explore Burano or Mazzorbo or watch a glass-blowing demonstration on Murano.
You'll have a choice of excursions in Chioggia today. You can opt to visit a local food market, bike along the beachfront, head to a grand castle or learn about the region's winemaking and stay for a tasting (not included).
This morning, explore the Po Delta at the point where the Adriatic Sea meets the Po River on a sailing excursion. Later, during lunch, we sail back to Venice.
Today you'll board a water taxi to glide through the Venice canals, arriving in style at the Rialto Bridge. From here you can visit Rialto market, take a walking tour or visit a mask atelier to see how the intricate masks worn at the Carnival of Venice are made.
A special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
After a final breakfast on board, you'll disembark S.S. La Venezia and a transfer will take you to the airport for your flight back to London.
Glamorous Uniworld ship sailing the Po and Venice Lagoon
Paying homage to classic Venetian style, the S.S La Venezia is no ordinary cruise ship. This elegant vessel was renovated in 2020, bringing a new level of luxury and decadence to river sailing. With nods to its locale, the ship features Murano glass and splendid gilding that add to a sparkling onboard atmosphere. All the staterooms are river-facing with marble bathrooms and luxury amenities.
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