Boating Holidays across the canals and rivers of Europe from Le Boat

Cruising in Venice

At the heart of your cruising ground is Venice, one of the world’s most beautiful water cities. Stroll through the maze of narrow streets and discover antique markets, vibrant food markets, ornate palaces, serene churches and exclusive boutiques. You’ll soon understand why a cruising holiday in this area offers so much more than a usual city break.

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  • Casier - Casier

    Casale - Venezia - (Burano - Murano - Torcello) - Casale

    Turn your Le Boat cruiser into your own floating hotel and enjoy the delights of the Venetian Lagoon and surrounding islands at your leisure. Visit St. Mark's Square and take guided tours of the surrounding islands by water bus for maximum enjoyment of the the area. Don't forget to book a gondola ride on the Grand Canal!

    A 4 nights version of this cruise is also available and will allow you to visit the wonderful islands of urano, Burano and Torcello.

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  • The Venetian Classic Cruise

    Spend your time cruising the classic Venetian islands of the Northern Lagoon - Murano, Burano and Torcello, as well as the wonderful waterways city of Venice. Some of the oldest settlements of the Venetian lagoon are to be found on its northern islands where centuries - old traditions of lace-making and glass blowing can still be seen today. This cruise can also be done as a 3-day Short Break – just reduce the time spent visiting the islands according to your preferences.

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  • The Culture Cruise

    Cruise from our base at Porto Levante through the Venetian Lagoon and on to the Riveriera del Brenta which passes through beautiful countryside where impressive Venetian summer villas of the Italian gentry line your route. Visit Villa Foscari and Villa Pisani - two of the finest open to the public. Visit the city of Padova, one of Venice’s great historical cities. Cruise to the beautiful town centre with its busy market squares and rich art treasures.

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  • The Nature Lover's Cruise

    From birdwatching in the Po Delta to sightseeing in the Venetian Lagoon, this trip has it all! Start by enjoying the beautiful natural surroundings of Italy’s longest river, the River Po and the Po Delta National Park. Explore the famous fishing town of Chioggia and the islands of the southern Venetian lagoon before exploring the water city of Venice itself. On your return journey, discover the quiet sandy beaches at the mouth of the river near Porto Levante and Albarella for some seaside fun.

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  • The Cruise of Contrasts

    From Porto Levante enjoy the beautiful surroundings and amazing wildlife of the Po Delta national park. Cruise to enchanting Chioggia and barter at the famous fish market before heading into Venice for some art, culture and romance. Enjoy the traditional customs and cultures of Murano, Burano and Torcello and the lush green landscapes and sandy beaches that line your route to Casier.

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  • A 3-4 days cruise on the River Stella and the Laguna di marano. Enjoy chic seaside resorts and sandy beaches and discover the the italian's beautiful rural countryside and the towns of Grado, Marano Lagunare and Ligano.

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