From the Venetian Lagoon to the Po Delta and Ravenna
An itinerary following the water from Venice to Ravenna: lagoon islands, fishing traditions, the Po Delta’s wetlands, and the magnificent mosaics of Ravenna.
31. Venice & Beyond
$3,950.00
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YOUR TRIP
Days 10
Nights 8
Price (From) $3,950.00
Participants (Min.) 21
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DAY 1: DEPARTURE
Departure from USA to Italy. OVERNIGHT: Flight.
Dinner and breakfast served on board. -
DAY 2: ARRIVAL IN VENICE
Arrival at Venice Airport. Transfer to the hotel by private coach or boat. Check-in and an overview of the itinerary with the Tour Leader.
Relax and Lunch (depending on arrival time) Tour leader available to suggest locales.
An introductory walk to experience the atmosphere of the city. Narrow streets, squares, bridges and canals provide a first glimpse of this unique city built on water, with no cars in its historic center. Walk through the historic center, followed by some free time for students.
Welcome dinner. -
DAY 3: VENEZIA AND MURANO ISLAND
Your Venetian adventure will start by following the course of its canals, “campielli” (term used for the small squares of Venezia), its foundations, and bridges. You will admire some of the most famous places in the world: Piazza San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Ponte dei Sospiri, the Ca’ d’Oro and the Rialto. Enjoy a Gondola ride scheduled for the group.
In the afternoon enjoy a spectacular ride via private motor boat to reach the island of Murano. Visit the world famous glass making factory.
Dinner. -
DAY 4: THE HIDDEN LAGOON
In the morning depart from Venice aboard a private boat reserved for the group for a full day exploring the Northern Venetian Lagoon. As they travel among canals, salt marshes and islands, students will discover that Venice is part of a remarkable lagoon environment that has shaped its history and daily life for centuries.
The first stop is Sant’Erasmo, the lagoon’s large agricultural island. Fields, vegetable gardens, vineyards, canals and small settlements create a landscape very different from monumental Venice. The island is especially known for its Violet Artichoke of Sant’Erasmo. Take a short walk across the island, with the possibility of meeting a local grower to learn about farming and life in the lagoon. Then continue by boat and arrive on Mazzorbo, a small island of gardens, orchards and vineyards surrounded by water. Walk through the island and cross the footbridge connecting Mazzorbo and Burano. Explore Burano, known for its brightly colored houses, fishing traditions and lace-making. Walk along its canals and through Piazza Galuppi, traditional neighborhoods and lace shops. Free lunch and free time in Burano.In the afternoon, continue by boat to Torcello. Nearly uninhabited today, it was once one of the lagoon’s earliest and most important settlements. Walk along the canal to the heart of the island and visit its historic sites, including the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, the Church of Santa Fosca, the archaeological area and the Devil’s Bridge.
This peaceful island offers a glimpse into the origins of Venice.
Return to Venice by private boat through the lagoon. Dinner. -
DAY 5: FROM THE VENETIAN LAGOON TO THE PO DELTA
In the morning, travel south by private coach and stop in Chioggia, a town closely connected to the lagoon, fishing and the sea. Walk along Corso del Popolo and explore its canals, bridges, harbor, market and traditional neighborhoods. Free time for lunch.
In the afternoon, continue by private coach toward the Po Delta. Along the way, the landscape gradually changes from the Venetian Lagoon to a network of rivers, embankments, canals, fishing lagoons and wide stretches of water.
Arrive in Comacchio, check in at the hotel and take an introductory walk through the town.
Dinner. -
DAY 6: A FULL-DAY IN THE PO DELTA PARK
In the morning, full-day excursion in the Po Delta Park. Travel aboard a private boat reserved for the group through one of Italy’s most distinctive natural landscapes. After exploring the Venetian Lagoon, students will encounter a different environment of river channels, reed beds, lagoons, fishing valleys, salt pans and wide open spaces. Along the way, they may observe the Delta’s rich wildlife, including the many bird species that live here.
In the afternoon, take a short, easy walk on level ground through one of the Delta’s natural areas. Depending on the route selected, there may be opportunities to see fishing valleys, salt pans and flamingos.
Return to Comacchio. Dinner -
DAY 7: FROM THE CANALS OF COMACCHIO TO THE MOSAICS OF RAVENNA
In the morning, explore Comacchio on a walk through its historic center, built around a network of canals and bridges. See the Trepponti, the town’s monumental bridges and traditional neighborhoods, and discover how fishing and life in the surrounding lagoons have shaped Comacchio.
There may also be an opportunity to learn about the fishing and preparation of eel, a tradition closely tied to the town’s identity for centuries.
In the afternoon, transfer to Ravenna by private coach. Check in at the hotel and take an introductory walk through the historic center.
Dinner. -
DAY 8: RAVENNA A CITY OF MOSAICS
In the morning, discover Ravenna, once the capital of the Western Roman Empire and later an important center of Byzantine Italy. Visit some of its most remarkable monuments: the Basilica of San Vitale, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia and the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo, renowned for their extraordinary early Christian and Byzantine mosaics.
In the afternoon, walk through Ravenna’s historic center. Visit Dante’s Tomb, then explore Piazza del Popolo, pedestrian streets, squares, shops and workshops devoted to the art of mosaic making.
Free time and dinner. -
DAY 9: CLASSE AND RAVENNA
In the morning, travel by private coach to Classe. Visit the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare in Classe, one of the most important monuments of early Christian art. Continue to the site of the ancient Port of Classe, once a major Mediterranean port. It connected Ravenna to the Adriatic Sea and to trade routes leading to Constantinople and the eastern Mediterranean. This visit brings the journey back to its central theme: water as a route connecting peoples and civilizations. In the afternoon, return to Ravenna. There may be an opportunity to take part in a short mosaic workshop, where students can learn about traditional techniques and create a small piece of their own. Free time for a final walk through the city. Farewell dinner.
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DAY 10: DEPARTURE
Transfer to the airport, via private coach bus.
Lunch and snack served on board. Same day arrival.
PACKAGE PRICE INCLUSION
Transportation
– Flight New York – Italy – New York
– Transfer from Airport to and from Hotel via private coach bus
– Long distance transfer via private coach bus
– Transportation within cities, via buses and trains and walking
Accomodation
– 8 Nights: Three or four stars hotel.
(Supplement is $ 500 for single room).
– Breakfast and dinner is included daily (with water, other beverages NOT included).
Touring
– Entrance fees to museums specified in tour
– Specialized English local guides for entrance to specified museums. The guides are certified by the Association of Professional Guides
School visit
– School visits are free and offered on request
Security
– Accompanying Tour Leader for duration of the tour 24/7.
– Basic travel insurance
Tour cost does NOT include:
– Room supplement for single or double
– Optional Trip Protection/Cancellation Insurance
– Excess baggage fee
– Lunch and beverages other than water
– Tips and gratuities. Suggested fees are listed in the final price quote.
– Personal expenses: purchases, phone cards, hotel minibar
FLIGHT
Business class upgrades or flight deviations (from departure date/location or return date/location) must be requested and confirmed with the carrier. Any and ALL additional costs are the responsibility of the requesting participant/teacher.
TERMS&CONDITIONS
Please read carefully the complete Terms&Conditions at the following link: https://www.superciaotour.com/terms-conditions/
TOUR PROGRAM
The Programs on the website are sample descriptions only.
Superciao Tour will insert the final Program and details in your website area, 30 days prior to departure and will inform the Group Leader and all the participants of all the Tour details: the DAY BY DAY. The Day by Day will provide all information pertinent to your trip.
PROGRAM CHANGES
SCT reserves the right to make any necessary changes pertaining to activities closures, or for reasons that jeopardize the safety of participants. SCT may cancel a Tour due to insufficient participants.
LAND ONLY
Participants may choose to purchase only the land portion of the trip. Participants must then make their own round trip travel arrangements and join the group at the first hotel accommodation. When a participant is not with the main group, SCT is not responsible for the participant in any way. Domestic or international flights or transfers of any kind outside SCT are responsibility of client: Tour participants who choose land only must arrange transportation from airport to the first hotel and vice versa on their own.
SCT will deduct $ 1000.00 from the package price quote.
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
The cancellation policies outlined below take into consideration the costs SCT incurs long before groups ever depart.
Notice of cancellation from a tour will only be accepted from the participant, his or her legal guardian or the group leader.
The date of cancellation will be determined by the date on which SCT receives written notice to the following email addresses:
federica.protti@superciaotour.com
Cancellation refunds can only be made to the person whose name appears on the account; monies cannot be transferred to another account.
The refunds will be made within 50 days from the request.
- SUPERCIAO TOUR STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY
90 days or more prior to departure: Full refund minus a $250 cancellation fee*.
89 to 66 days prior to departure: Full refund minus a $450 cancellation fee*.
65 to 30 days prior to departure: Refund 50% of the Program Fee*.
29 days or less prior to departure: No refund will be issued. - CANCELLATION WITH REPLACEMENT**
90 days or more prior to departure- Full refund less the non-refundable $250 cancellation fee*.
89 – 66 days prior to departure – Full refund less a $ 350 substitution fee*.
65 days or less prior to departure- Replacement can no longer be accepted.
* Non-refundable fees are also deducted from refunds.
** When a participant cancels the reservation but finds a person to replace him or her for the same Program.
PASSPORTS, VISAS & TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
A valid US passport is required for travel for US citizens. If you do not have a valid passport please contact your closest passport office. Passports must be valid at least 6 months after the return date. US citizens do not need to obtain visas for Italy. When and if visa is required it is passenger’s responsibility to obtain one. Cancellations due to lack of appropriate travel documents will incur usual penalties.
PASSPORT NAME
Participant’s name must be registered EXACTLY AS IT APPEARS ON ONE’S PASSPORT!
Upon receipt of the airline ticket, the passenger is responsible to check the itinerary, spelling of his/her name, dates, times to insure its validity. If the airline allows, it will charge a $ 250 change fee each time the ticket is altered. Once a ticket is issued, it belongs to person in whose name it was issued.
The participant will be responsible for any fees applied by the airline if exact information has not been provided. Should the ticket have any errors, it is the passenger’s responsibility to contact Superciao Tour srl immediately.
SPECIAL TRAVEL CONDITIONS DUE TO COVID-19
SCT will inform and support the group with all the necessary information for the procedures to be implemented according to the pandemic situation at the time of travel. Each participant must complete and sign a WAIVER OF LIABILITY form.
BAGGAGE
Each tour participant is advised to bring one suitcase and one small carry-on bag (8”x14”x22”). The Airlines New Baggage Regulations are as follows:
* For passengers travelling in Economy-Class: 1 piece at 50lb (23kg) maximum dimensions of 45 in. (158 cm); the sum of the 3 dimensions must not exceed 62 in. (158 cm) for each bag.
* Carry on Items: 1 piece maximum weight 18lb (8kg), maximum dimensions 22x15x8 in (55x40x20 cm).
Please check with your specific airline to verify the size and weight allowances.
Superciao Tour is not responsible for any loss, delay of or damage to luggage or its contents and for any event during the time the participants are not on board.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
- Civil Liability Insurance – Nobis – Policy n.203118346
(2.100.000 € casualty – 2.100.000 € person – 2.100.000 € damages of personal belongings/animals). - Guarantee Fund, Multi-risk Travel Policy, Cancellations and Bankruptcies – Nobis – Policy n.203111335
- Accident and Personal Injury Policy – Zurich – Policy n.653A3115
(50.000 € death – 50.000 € permanent disability – 1000€ medical expenses – 50€ daily hospital allowance). - Legal protection – Arag – Policy n.31867871
- American insurance for the cancellation of the trip is optional at additional cost.
