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Timeless Venice from the Water

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There is nowhere else on earth like Venice. The busy city’s streets of water and the tiny islands of its lagoon combine in a unique UNESCO enclave. The tour is a similarly fitting combination of elegant cruising, inspiring tours, and free time for intriguing exploration

Since its medieval golden days, Venice has been revered for its art and architecture. Known as La Serenissima, the marble city is squeezed onto a hundred islets, interwoven with canals and bridges; a flamboyant, living museum. The lagoon is a broad but shallow spread around it, dotted with sleepy islands, some all but abandoned, others brimming with old world charm. Making full use of the watery topography, this tour is based aboard the stylish cruiser, MS Michelangelo; calmly removed from the crowds, while effortlessly visiting unmissable sights. The ‘best of both worlds’ concept extends to the itinerary, introducing you to Venice and its surrounds in a flexible blend of guided tours and independent discovery. Optional tours in Venice show you the world-famous Doge’s Palace and the city’s must-see monument, St Mark’s Basilica. Elsewhere, included excursions take in a vineyard visit on Mazzorbo island, and give you time to cross the bridge to Burano, with its impossibly pretty rows of painted houses; and we cruise the length of the Venetian Lagoon to Choggia, for a road trip to historic Padua, boasting the Basilica of St. Anthony, and the largest piazza in Italy.

Overview

  • Days 1-2  - Venice
  • Day 3  - Venetian Lagoon
  • Day 4  - Choggia/Padua/Venice
  • Day 5  - Venice
  • Day 6  - Return flight
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Tour Highlights

  • Stay aboard a vessel in Venice
  • Enjoy a Venice Lagoon Cruise
  • Explore Mazzorbo on foot
  • Wander around Burano
  • Taste wine at Venissa winery
  • Discover Padua’s landmarks

There is nowhere else on earth like Venice. The busy city’s streets of water and the tiny islands of its lagoon combine in a unique UNESCO enclave. The tour is a similarly fitting combination of elegant cruising, inspiring tours, and free time for intriguing exploration

Notes:

Optional excursions are subject to minimum numbers and include some long walks.

The exact location of the moorings is at the discretion of the Venice port authorities, normally Riva Sette Martiri, Marittima or San Basilio.

Cabins are available from 5pm on arrival and until 9am on departure (before/after this, luggage storage on board is possible).

The programme may be altered due to navigational factors with locks, water levels or congestion at certain sites

Vessels

MS Michelangelo

Launched in 2000 and refurbished in 2017, the MS Michelangelo is registered in France with a mainly European crew and announcements in French and English. For 20 years Jules Verne has been the main UK partner of the innovative French cruise company, CroisiEurope, established over 40 years ago, now boasting the largest European river fleet (over 40 ships), yet still operated by the same family.

All drinks, except premium brands are included throughout the cruise. Enjoy International and French cuisine with a choice of wines in an elegant one-sitting dining room. Breakfast is a buffet, lunch and dinner waiter service with the occasional buffet. The vessel does not sail at night.

Reception, lounge bar with small dance floor, sun deck and WiFi (free/limited).

78 air-conditioned cabins with private facilities, hairdryer, safe and satellite TV. 27 twin/double cabins (118 sq. ft.) on the Upper Deck with a picture window, 49 twin/double cabins (118 sq. ft.) and two single cabins with picture window on the Main Deck.

Optional Excursions

From £75pp

Doges' Palace

Meet up with your guide on board. The tour will begin with a historical and artistic introduction to Venice with St Mark's Square, after which you will be able to admire the exteriors of St Mark's Cathedral. The Byzantine facades of the Cathedral (one of the most magnificent in the world) will immediately draw your attention. It was built in the 9th century to hold the body of St Mark, Patron Saint of Venice. Only a few pieces of the original structure remain and the present day Cathedral dates back from the 12th, 14th and 15th centuries. The exterior, with its domes, pinnacles and wooden horses, contrasts with the shining golden mosaics of the interior. The tour continues with the Doge's Palace, the residence of the Dukes of Venice and seat of the Venetian government from the 9th century until the Republic fell in 1797. Although there are no longer any traces of the 9th century Byzantine structures, the Palace as we see it today, richly decorated both on the outside and inside, dates back from the 14th century and is considered by many to be the finest in the world. You will then be able to admire the paintings of Tintoretto and Veronese from the top of the famous Golden Staircase before walking through the Grand Council Chamber and out onto the balcony with its fantastic view over the city. You will cross the famous decorated Bridge of Sighs which leads to the prison. The bridge, known in the past as the symbol of the destiny that awaited the prisoners, has more romantic connotations nowadays. Return to the boat on foot.

From £55pp

The Pantheon of Venice

A guided visit to the Basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo in the Castello District. Located in the historic district of Castello, the basilica is one of the most impressive religious buildings in Venice. It has earned the nickname ‘The Pantheon of Venice’.

Dates & Prices

per person in a twin/double Main Deck cabin

Thu 19 Jun 2025
From London Gatwick
  • Offer Ends 31 October

Was £1725

£ 1685

Thu 10 Jul 2025
From London Gatwick
  • No Single Supplement (5 Rooms Remaining)
  • Offer Ends 31 October

Was £1775

£ 1735

Thu 14 Aug 2025
From London Gatwick
  • No Single Supplement (5 Rooms Remaining)
  • Offer Ends 31 October

Was £1745

£ 1705

Thu 09 Oct 2025
From London Gatwick
  • Offer Ends 31 October

Was £1695

£ 1655

Price Includes:

Air travel and taxes, all port charges, transfers, 5-night cruise, full board and drinks on cruise vessel, Jules Verne Representative, itinerary as described, services of a cruise director, local expert guides and representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Not Included:

Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.

Supplements per person

Single Supplement
  • No Single Supplement (limited availability)
  • 2025: Jul, Aug

  • Single Supplement
  • £345
Upgrades
  • MS Michelangelo - Upper Deck Twin/Double from £115
  • MS Michelangelo - Upper Deck Single from £460 (On Request: Please Call)
Optional Excursions
  • Doges' Palace (2025)
  • £75
  • The Pantheon of Venice (2025)
  • £55

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