Unesco Barging Tour for charters

Route

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Mantua, a wonderful city settled on the shores of three lakes. Sail with us into the Po Delta and discover art cities like Verona, Ferrara, Vicenza and Padua. We will conclude this magic cruise in the Venetian Lagoon.

Itinerary

1. Mantua.

Start in Mantua, Italy’s 2016 Capital of Culture. Welcome aperitivo as we sail across the city’s “Lakes”.

2. Mantua–Sabbioneta.

Excursion to historic Sabbioneta and visit the Teatro all’Antica (Renaissance Theatre). Back to Mantua and visit the Ducal Palace.

3. Mantua–Vicenza–Zelo.

Sail to Governolo. By coach to Vicenza, visit Villa Valmarana, renowned for its Tiepolo frescoes. Wine tasting. Coach transfer to Zelo. Overnight.

 4. Zelo–Ferrara–Adria.

Sail to Bosaro. By coach to the Palladian Villa Badoer and on to Ferrara. Walk through the historic centre and visit Schifanoia Palace. Coach transfer to Adria. Overnight.

 5. Adria–Padua–Chioggia.

Visit Padova, including the Scrovegni Chapel and Botanical Garden. Arrive in Chioggia, gateway to the Venetian Lagoon. Overnight.

6. Chioggia–Venice.

Walk to the famous Fish Market of Chioggia, sail to Lido Island. Aperitivo at Malamocco, lunch on board as we cruise into Venice. Excursion to the islands of Burano and Murano, including visit to glass workshop.

7. Venice.

Venice, visit Ducal Palace and Saint Mark’s Basilica. PM visit Accademia Galleries (most comprehensive collection of Venetian School paintings) then free time.

8. Venice.

Tour ends after breakfast. Option of extending the tour with a trip to the Dolomites.

NB: a reverse programme is also possible.