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River cruising in the heart of Venice and its lagoon: an open-air museum

Looking for a holiday with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits?

A unique vacation
Who is the cabin cruise for?
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Main characteristics
Type of boat: river boat
Number of cabins: 78
Maximum capacity: 154 travelers
Crew members: 25

Cabs

Main Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with windows. Premium location cabins.
Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with high sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
Main Deck - Double Cabin - Cat B
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat B
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with high sliding windows . Cabins with "intermediate" location.
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NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Venice
Boarding at 6pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Dinner on board and free evening in... see+ Venice. 
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Venice Mazzorbo Burano Murano Venice
Morning optional excursions:
- Authentic: guided tour of San Marco Basilica. With its... see+ oriental-style domes, flamboyantly crowned tympanums, polychrome marble and mosaics, the Basilica of San Marco is a jewel of unprecedented delicacy and richness when the midday sun reveals every detail. You'll discover sumptuous decorations, with mosaics on a gold background depicting events from the entire history of Christianity.
- Experience: the Dorsoduro district. Depart on foot for one of Venice's most pleasant districts. It's the only part of the city that was built on dry land rather than marshland. Our walk will take you along the Zattere quay to the Santo Spirito church and the customs house. You'll see the church of Santa Maria della Salute (exterior), a masterpiece of Venetian Baroque. The Academy Bridge with its galleries. You'll stop in the heart of Dorsoduro, a chic district where numerous palaces overlook the Grand Canal. Return to the boat on foot.
A short sail across the Venetian lagoon takes you to Mazzorbo. In the early afternoon, explore the island of Burano, world-famous for its lace and the colorful little houses that line the canals of this fishing village.
Optional authentic excursion/experience: discover the island of Murano. Departure by private boat to the island of Murano, famous for its glass production. Visit a workshop to see a glass-blowing demonstration.
Sail back to Venice. 
Optional services: Guided tour of San Marco Basilica, Venice and the Dorsoduro district, see+
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Venice
Optional authentic excursion/experience: gourmet walk in Venice and its hidden neighborhoods. Taste... see+ the flavors of Venice on this guided walking tour. Your first stop, at one of the most famous "pasticcerias", will allow you to enjoy a delicious cappuccino accompanied by an assortment of typical Venetian cookies. Stroll through the San Polo district, the oldest part of the city, where the famous Rialto(2) market has been held for almost a thousand years. You'll be immersed in the characteristic atmosphere of this market, where fresh fruit and vegetables take pride of place. A meeting place for the inhabitants of the lagoon city who come here to do their shopping, you'll discover a relaxed atmosphere and an ideal place to discover Venice's culture and culinary traditions. The liveliest part of the market is undoubtedly the fish market. The stalls are often colorful and attractive, with fish and seafood arranged in such a way as to arouse the interest of shoppers. Afterwards, you'll head to a typical "osteria" and discover Venetian gastronomy as you sample the little tapas known as "cicchetti", a culinary specialty originating in Italy and very popular in Venice.
Return on board.
Afternoon and evening at leisure. 
Optional services: Gourmet stroll in Venice and its hidden quarters, see+
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Venice Chioggia Padua Venice
Morning sail to Chioggia. You'll cross the Venetian lagoon, a vast enclosed basin stretching 48 km.... see+ Since the dawn of time, visitors have been captivated by its bewitching and enchanting panoramas. To the south, a spit of land known as the Lido protects the lagoon from the Adriatic Sea. Late morning arrival in Chioggia, gateway to the Adriatic Sea.
In the afternoon, optional authentic excursion/experience: visit Padua, city of Saint Anthony. The city extends around the medieval heart, dotted with charming squares and palaces. The Basilica of St. Anthony, adorned with Byzantine domes, houses the tomb of the city's patron saint. Gala evening. 
Optional services: Guided tour of Padua, see+
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Venice
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9am. End of our services.
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Included

The price includes
Mineral water available
unlimited tea and coffee on board
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Welcome cocktail
The gala evening
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Baggage allowance
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Routing
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Personal expenses
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Further information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
The guides speak French and English
Languages spoken on board: French
Optional excursions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance before departure
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Guided tour of San Marco Basilica
Not included
Venice and the Dorsoduro district
Departure from the Zattere or San Basilio quay. The Dorsoduro district, with its narrow streets and canals, is one of the most pleasant in Venice. It is the only district in the city that was built on dry land rather than on marshland. Our walk will take you... see+ along the Zattere quay to the church of Santo Spirito and the customs house. From this point in Venice, the view is absolutely spectacular, as you can see the entire St. Mark's Basin, St. George's Island, and the Grand Canal. Then we will reach the church of Santa Maria della Salute (exterior), a masterpiece of Venetian Baroque architecture. It was built in the 17th century after a plague epidemic. The route takes us to the Accademia Deck with its galleries. We will stop in the heart of Dorsoduro, the large square of Campo Santa Margherita, where you will be charmed by this pleasant neighborhood. This chic district, where many palaces overlook the Grand Canal, has lost none of its simplicity. Return to the boat on foot.NOTESThe order of visits may be changed.Times are given as a guide only. 
Not included $95 / pers.
Discover Murano Island
After a short cruise on a local boat, you will reach the island of Murano. Murano, the largest island in the lagoon, has been world-renowned for the art of glassblowing since the 13th century. You will visit a glassblowing workshop and watch a demonstration.... see+ Then, you will have free time to explore the island. Although dominated by the industrial backdrop of glass factories, Murano is home to beautiful churches and some remarkable palaces. NOTES The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included $71 / pers.
Gourmet stroll in Venice and its hidden quarters
Venetian cuisine is renowned for its refinement and diversity. It has drawn on its rich history of varied influences and makes wonderful use of the bounty of the sea and the fertile Po Valley and lagoon islands. You will visit the Rialto market (closed on... see+ Sundays) in the San Polo district. You will stroll through the fruit, vegetable, and fish stalls before taking a seat on the terrace of a typical osteria on the banks of the Grand Canal to sample ciccheti, small Italian tapas eaten with the end of your fingers, and buranelli, butter cookies shaped like rings or "S"s, flavored with vanilla, rum, or lemon, a specialty of the island of Burano, located in the Venice lagoon. These tastings will delight your taste buds.NOTESThe order of visits may be changed.Times are given as a guide only. 
Not included $84 / pers.
Guided tour of Padua
Padua, probably best known as the city of St. Anthony, is one of Italy's most important cities of art. Giotto (1267-1337, Italian painter, sculptor, and architect) left some of his masterpieces in Padua, enriching the city's artistic landscape. You will start... see+ with a bus tour of the city, then visit the Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua, a huge church adorned with Byzantine domes and minaret towers. It houses the tomb of St. Anthony, a place of pilgrimage for people from all over the world. In the square in front of the church, you can admire Donatello's 15th-century bronze statue, a work of art that greatly influenced Italian Renaissance sculpture. A walking tour of the city center will take you to Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta, where a fresh produce market is held every day. You will then see the Palazzo della Ragione (exterior) and Piazza dei Signori with the Palazzo del Capitano (exterior), which incorporates the Torre dell'Orologio and its astronomical clock dating from 1344. You will have free time to visit this small but charming town at your leisure.NOTESPlease wear comfortable shoes.Comments on the Church of Saint Anthony will be given outside as they are not allowed inside.Proper attire is required in the Church of Saint Anthony.The order of visits may be changed.Times are given as a guide only.The departure and return times for the excursion are adjusted according to the direction of the cruise:FRI: departure from Chioggia / return to VeniceVMA + VMM: departure from Chioggia / return to Porto ViroMAV + MMV: departure from Porto Viro / return to Chioggia 
Not included $79 / pers.

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Commercial history with Filovent

  • Filovent partner since 2023
  • Last booking with this partner in December 2025
  • 283 bookings with this partner

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