7-Night Venice & the Gems of Northern Italy CME AWAY® River Cruise

Detailed Port Descriptions

There’s not a better way to see all that the area around Venice has to offer. Only small ships can now enter the Venice lagoon area. The S.S. La Venezia will dock within easy walking to all major attractions. Highlights include a private evening opening and lighting ceremony at St. Mark’s Basilica. Depart the enchanting “City of Water” to explore the waterfront shops, colourful facades and peaceful canals unique to Burano, Mazzorbo and Torcello. Farther south, discover Chioggia – a charming  southern port loved by fishermen, artists and anyone looking for unique gifts or souvenirs. Enjoy additional shopping time in “bountiful” Bologna and medieval Padua, once home to Galileo and Copernicus. Visit the Anatomical School of Padua, founded in 1222 and known for preserving the history of modern medicine.

Day 1 | Sunday, May 28, 2023 | Venice (Embark)

 (Embark) Arrive at Venice Marco Polo International Airport, where you will be transferred to the ship. Unpack, relax and enjoy your first evening on the Venetian Lagoon and getting to know the completely redesigned and renovated S.S. La Venezia.  Day 2 | Monday, May 29, 2023 | Venice  With your early morning arrival at Doge’s Palace, you’ll be able to marvel at the estate in total peace. Wander through a Venetian neighborhood and experience daily life in an authentic Venetian residential quarter. After lunch, we will enjoy our first CME sessions. Later in the evening, after dinner, cap the day off with a private once-in-a-lifetime experience at an  after-hours lighting ceremony inside St. Mark’s Basilica without the crowds.

Day 3 | Tuesday, May 30, 2023 | Venice - Padua

This morning, we take a short drive to Padua and visit the University of Padua, Italy's second oldest university. We will have a guided tour of the Anatomical School of Padua, pointing out many of the historical significances. We head back to the ship for lunch and an afternoon CME session. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 4 | Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | Polesella – Porto Viro

 This morning we leave Polesella by coach to Bologna, getting there in time for a walking tour and shopping. We then enjoy a Pasta Making demonstration and lunch. Afternoon TBA. Evening features on board local entertainment.

Day 5 | Thursday, June 1, 2023 | Porto Viro, Chioggia, Burano

 Today, you’ll admire the greatest sites of charming and coastal Chioggia, including a stop at the local and lively market. The ship will move from Porto Viro to Chioggia during our visit. We’ll be back on board for lunch and then set sail for the island of Burano. During the sailing we will conduct another CME session. Your ship will dock overnight in Burano, where you’ll have time to enjoy a lovely evening stroll through this multicolored island.

Day 6 | Friday, June 2, 2023 | Burano (Torcello, Mazzorbo, and Burano), Venice

 Spend the day exploring the northern lagoon of Venice and three of its captivating islands. Explore a basilica with an art  historian in Torcello before heading to the peaceful, agricultural island of Mazzorbo. End the tour with a stroll through Burano’s rainbow of colorful homes and visit a lace-making atelier.

Day 7 | Saturday, June 3, 2023 | Venice

 As your water taxi glides past narrow side canals and the Canal Grande, you’ll arrive in style at the Rialto Bridge and Fondaco dei Tedeschi. The iconic stone arch bridge sits at the narrowest point of the Canal Grande and holds numerous shops and  restaurants. Enjoy the “do as the locals do” Venice walking tour. Be back on board for lunch and the final CME sessions this afternoon. A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 8 | Sunday, June 4, 2023 | Venice (Disembark)  

Disembark the ship and head to the airport for your flight home or onward journey.