December 22: VENICE
Boarding from 6:00 p.m. at Saint Basilio's pier (vaporetto Santa Marta station). Sailing toward the 7 Martiri's pier. Presentation of the crew and welcome cocktail. Dinner and evening free. Overnight.
December 23: VENICE - CHIOGGIA – VENICE
Full board on board. Cruising through the magnificent bay of Venice to Chioggia. Free time in the city. Afternoon,guided visit of Padua, which is probably one of the most important artistic towns in Italy. Many painters, architects and sculptors have left their mark on the town. Cruising back to Venice. Evening free. Overnight.
December 24: VENICE - BURANO - MURANO – VENICE
Full board on board. Excursion by private boat to visit the islands in the Venetian Lagoon: Burano, famous for its lacework, and Murano, home of Venice's glassmaking industry since the late 13th century. Guided visit of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square. This Gothic palace that rests on a gallery of fine arch full of ornament: gilding, ceilings painted by Veronese, paintings by Tintoretto, Titian and Tiepolo. Christmas Eve evening. Midnight mass in Venice at St Mark's Basilica (1) (depending on availability). Overnight.
December 25: VENICE
Full board on board. Free day in Venice. Legendary city, built in the 5th century, it extends on 118 islands and became a great maritime power in the 10th century. Venice is an extraordinary architectural masterpiece. Gala evening.Overnight.
December 26: VENICE
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembark at the main passenger terminal in Venice. End of our services.
For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary. (1) Midnight mass will be conducted partly in Latin and partly in Italian. Alcohol can damage your health. Please drink in moderation.
Including:
· Your cruise with all meals from dinner the D1 to breakfast on D5
· Double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom
· Drinks including water, wine, beer, fruit juices and coffee or tea served by CroisiEurope during meals on board, and all drinks served at the bar (excluding champagne and wines on the wine list) the excursions mentioned in the program.
· Onboard entertainment
Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
· Christmas present
· Christmas Eve dinner with cocktail and wine
· Welcome cocktail
· The gala dinner and evening
· Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
· All port fees.
Excluding:
· Drinks on the wine list, champagne at the bar, drinks served during excursions or transfers
· Cancellation and baggage insurance
· Scheduled flights
· Airport taxes and booking fees
· Personal expenses
Formalities: For US Citizens, a valid Passport is required for your travel. Non US Citizens but Resident in the US, please contact the local Embassies or Consulates for proper paperwork required before travelling.