Extend your journey in Venice, where time flows to the rhythm of winding canals and alleyways steeped in history. After your cruise, immerse yourself in the artistic grandeur, historical richness, and artisanal heritage of the Serenissima.
Day 1 - Venice, Italy
Upon disembarkation at San Basilio Port, you will be greeted by our local representative and transferred by private water taxi to St. Mark’s Square, the historic heart of Venice.Accompanied by your local guide, enjoy a walking tour of the city’s highlights. Begin with the majestic St. Mark’s Square, lined with iconic cafés and dominated by the Clock Tower, the Campanile, and the Procuratie. Continue with a guided visit of the splendid Doge’s Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture, followed by entry into the famous St. Mark’s Basilica, a Byzantine jewel renowned for its golden mosaics.
Lunch will be served in a typical Venetian trattoria.
Afternoon and dinner at leisure.
Day 2 - Venice
After breakfast, dive into Venice’s artisanal traditions.
Your guide will take you to one of the city’s oldest mask-making workshops, where you will learn about the history of the Venice Carnival and traditional papier-mâché techniques used to craft, decorate and personalize the masks.
Your immersion continues with a gondola ride along the city’s lesser-known canals, passing under charming bridges and alongside historical façades.
Lunch, afternoon, and dinner at leisure.
Day 3 - Venice | Departure
After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred from your hotel to Venice Marco Polo International Airport according to your flight schedule (transfer included for guests who booked their flights with Ponant or provided their flight details in advance to their travel advisor).
Your hotel - Palazzo San Lorenzo 4*
Located in the Castello district, just steps from St. Mark’s Square, this elegant boutique hotel combines Venetian charm with modern comfort. Its refined décor and central location make it the perfect base to explore Venice.
This program includes:
· 2 nights at Palazzo San Lorenzo 4* (or similar 4-star hotel)
· Transfers and luggage handling as per itinerary
· Assistance from a Ponant representative
· Breakfast on Days 2 and 3
· Guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace
· Visit to a traditional mask workshop and gondola ride
· Lunch on Day 1 in a local restaurant
· Services of a French-speaking local guide
· Gratuities for drivers and guides
This program does not include:
· Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
· Personal expenses
· Additional nights and early check-in/late check-out (available upon request)
· Transfers for departures outside of the program dates
Important note:
· This program involves extensive walking on uneven surfaces; it is not recommended for guests with reduced mobility.
· The official currency is the euro. Credit cards are widely accepted.
· This is a package program. No refunds will be given for unused services.
· The itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice due to local conditions.
Hotel contact information:
Palazzo San Lorenzo 4*
Fondamenta de l'Osmarin, 4981/B
30122 Venezia VE, Italy
Phone: +39 041 4583620
A minimum number of participants is required for this program to operate. As such, the price and itinerary are subject to change depending on the final number of participants. If the minimum is not met, an alternative arrangement will be proposed.