Canal boat holidays in Venice and Friuli

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Overview

With extended time to boat in Italy, you set out to hop southward down seaside canals, indulging your every whim. As you go, your suntan deepens and your eyes sparkle with delight. Each day is unique and creates special memories. The islands of Murano and Burano were fabulous and Venice wowed you! The villas along the Brenta Riviera were totally amazing!

Top highlights:

• Torcello island and Santa Maria Assunta Basilica 
• Medieval walls and prosecco in Mazzorbo
• Biscuit tasting in Burano 
• Strolling through the picturesque canals of Venice
• The architectural walk to the open air museum of Padua 
• Blue waters and white sandy beaches in Tagliamento

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Casale-sul-Sile: Casale-sul-Sile is a beautiful town aside Treviso that you may access by bicycle or car. While here, visit the great natural park of the Sile River and its marvelous landscapes; a perfect mix between silence and beauty.
• Torcello: Torcello is a welcoming island that used to be very important and populated in the past. Now, it is a peaceful island with beautiful monuments to visit, such as the great basilica Santa Maria Assunta. Come here to find beauty and quietness.
• Mazzorbo: Mazzorbo is linked to Burano by an old, wooden footbridge. It’s best known for Venissa, the ancient estate encircled by medieval walls which has been restored by the Bisol family, a family of winemakers. Renowned for making the best Prosecco in Italy, they have now introduced a vineyard to Mazzorbo.
• Burano: In Burano, discover the painted houses made in an artistic mosaic style. You will also enjoy visiting the lace museums and manufactures. Don’t forget to taste the Burano biscuit, an irresistible, buttery little treat that is a staple on this island.
• Sant’Erasmo: Sant’Erasmo is a peaceful and shining island, perfect for cycling. Along your ride, discover the Torre Massimiliana, an old stronghold built by Napoleon to defend the lagoon. Rest here along the unique beach of the lagoon, which is marvelous. Part of Venice’s wine is made here, so why not taste it?
• Venice: Venice is a jewel of history and architecture. Experience one of the most beautiful places in the world, famous for its festivals and sailing along its numerous canals. Take a stroll downtown and discover a plethora of gorgeous monuments. Don’t forget your camera, you won’t be able to put it down!
• Fiesso d’Artico: Renowned for its shoe production, Louis Vuitton’s manufacturing plant is based in the town, and also displays contemporary pieces from the Louis Vuitton art collection in its gallery. 
• Dolo: Come to Dolo and discover its marvelous historical center with restored watermills, where small shops are selling food specialties. Have a walk along the pedestrian area, where there are many restaurants. You will also see old Venetian villas that you may visit.
• Stra: Have a walk in beautiful Stra, especially along the canal where you will see delightful Venetian villas. The city is known for its villa Pisani La Nazionale, which is a national monument. 168 rooms are fully painted by Venetian famous artists, immersed into a big garden with monumental stables and a natural maze and a vast pool originally built in 1721 by the Venetian Doge Alvise Pisani. In the past, Napoleon lived here.
• Padua: Visit Padova, a shining and verdant city, and discover San Antonio Cathedral, built in the 13th century in honor of the presence of Saint Anthony. Have a walk across the Prato della Valle, a magnificent pedestrian round square close to an open air museum with ancient sculptures adorning the water canals of the square.
• Chioggia: Chioggia is a small island also called ‘small Venice’ because of its similarities. Discover this picturesque town and its all pedestrian town centre, where you will find numerous good restaurants with local specialities based on fresh fish.
• Lido di Jesolo: Jesolo is one of the Italy’s few unpretentious tourist resorts, humming with shops selling buckets and spades, neon arcades and crazy golf courses. The long beach is a firecracker of fun with events, games, sports, colours and lights and the promenade is a paradise for shopping fans, with small artisan workshops and large boutiques on what is allegedly Europe’s longest pedestrianised shopping area.
• Caorle: Travel to Caorle and chill out in its beautiful all pedestrian town center and its numerous painted houses and good restaurants. Here, you will have a great chance to walk along the lagoon and admire the wonderful landscapes.
• Bibione: Bibione is a large seaside resort, and also a welcoming and nice medieval town to walk in. In front of the mooring, you will find restaurants and bars. A good occasion to have a relaxing walk along the shore.
• Lignano Riviera: Famous as one of the best summer destinations in Italy for fun and entertainment, Lignano is packed with good facilities and amusements. Enjoy a day on the beach or take a walk along the river Tagliamento, with its crystal light blue water and pristine white sand which is carried by the river from the Carnia Alps.

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Overview

Threading the gentle rivers north of the islands in the Venetian Lagoon ushers you into an oasis of golden beaches where seagulls glide above the blue Mediterranean. You realise that a boat cruise in Italy can be so many things, and you’re happy for a laid-back holiday spent swimming, sunbathing, playing golf and enjoying the many amenities of Jesolo, Caorle and Bibione!

Top highlights:

• The painted houses of Caorle
• Blue waters and white sandy beaches in Tagliamento 
• The medieval centre of Precenicco

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Casale-sul-Sile: Casale-sul-Sile is a beautiful town aside Treviso that you may access by bicycle or car. While here, visit the great natural park of Sile River and its marvelous landscapes; a perfect mix between silence and beauty.
• Caorle: Travel to Caorle and chill out in its beautiful all pedestrian town center and its numerous painted houses and good restaurants. Here, you will have a great chance to walk along the lagoon and admire the wonderful landscapes.
• Bibione: Bibione is a large seaside resort, and a nice welcoming medieval town to walk in. In front of the mooring, you will find restaurants and bars. A good occasion to have a relaxing walk along the shore.
• Lignano Riviera: Famous as one of the best summer destinations in Italy for fun and entertainment, Lignano is packed with good facilities and amusements. Enjoy a day on the beach or take a walk along the river Tagliamento, with its crystal light blue water and pristine white sand which is carried by the river from the Carnia Alps.
• Precenicco: Precenicco is a nice and welcoming town. Come in and discover its medieval town centre, with its numerous restaurants and bars.

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Overview

The Friuli region north of Venice is a place where you boat in Italy and never want to go home! As you cruise, serenity washes all your stress away. You stop at island towns, poke into small museums, and kick up your heels at Adriatic resorts in Jesolo. You play a round of golf at the highly rated course in Grado!

Top highlights:

• The medieval centre of Precenicco 
• Fish markets in Marano Lagunare
• The painted houses of Caorle
• The roman treasures of Concordia Sagittaria

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Precenicco: Precenicco is a nice and welcoming town. Come in and discover its medieval town center, with its numerous restaurants and bars.
• Lignano Riveria: Famous as one of the best summer destinations in Italy for fun and entertainment, Lignano is packed with good facilities and amusements. Enjoy a day on the beach or take a walk along the river Tagliamento, with its crystal light blue water and pristine white sand which is carried by the river from the Carnia Alps.
• Bibione: Bibione is a large seaside resort, and a welcoming and nice medieval town to walk in. In front of the mooring, you will find restaurants and bars. A good occasion to have a relaxing walk along the shore.
• Caorle: Travel to Caorle and chill out in its beautiful all pedestrian town center and its numerous painted houses and good restaurants. Here, you will have a great chance to walk along the lagoon and admire the wonderful landscapes.
• Concordia Sagittaria: Concordia Sagittaria is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to a feast of roman treasures and artifacts – not least the amazing mosaic uncovered and on display near the center of town. Concordia makes for a pleasant and worthwhile detour with a lovely collection of good restaurants in the pedestrian area close to the moorings.
• Portogruaro: 3 km from Concordia Sagittaria, and reachable by bike, Portogruaro is a charming town with a big pedestrian area full of shops, bars and restaurants. You’ll also enjoy the watermills, which have been fully restored and are in working order, and the traditional ‘osteria’ (typical venetian bars). For those interested in the local history, don’t miss the fascinating roman archaeological museum.

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Overview

You cruise down the River Sile, and an awe-inspiring sight captivates you. Islands spangle the blue waters north of Venice, beckoning you to visit Murano and Burano. Soon you’re tied up at a dock and dining on fresh seafood in an osteria (café/bar). You lift a glass of vino, knowing you’re having the time of your life on a canal boat in Italy!

Top highlights:

• Torcello Island and Santa Maria Assunta Basilica 
• Medieval walls and prosecco in Mazzorbo 
• Strolling through the picturesque canals of Venice
• Fresh fish restaurants in Chioggia

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Casale-sur-Sile: Casale-sul-Sile is a beautiful town aside Treviso that you may access by bicycle or car. Visit here the great natural park of Sile River and its marvelous landscapes; a perfect mix between of silence and beauty.
• Torcello: Torcello is a welcoming island that used to be very important and populated in the past. Now, it is a peaceful island with beautiful monuments to visit, such as the great basilica Santa Maria Assunta. Come here to find beauty and quietness.
• Mazzorbo: Mazzorbo is linked to Burano by an old, wooden footbridge. It’s best known for Venissa, the ancient estate encircled by medieval walls which has been restored by the Bisol family, a family of winemakers. Renowned for making the best Prosecco in Italy, they have now introduced a Mazzorbo vineyard.
• Burano: In Burano, discover the painted houses made in an artistic mosaic style. You will also enjoy visiting the lace museums and manufacturers. Don’t forget to taste the Burano biscuit, an irresistible, buttery little treat that is a staple on this island.
• Sant’Erasmo: Sant’Erasmo is a peaceful and shining island, perfect for cycling. Along your ride, discover the Torre Massimiliana, an old stronghold built by Napoleon to defend the lagoon. Rest here along the unique beach of the lagoon, which is marvelous. Part of Venice’s wine is made here, so why not taste it?
• Murano: Murano is a wonderful city to visit. Come and appreciate the charming basilica Santi Maria e Donato Murano, built in the seventh century. Stay a little to discover the particular local and coloured architecture. At night, the canal banks are just marvelous.
• Venice: Venice is a jewel of history and architecture. Experience one of the most beautiful places in the world, famous for its festivals and sailing along its numerous canals. Take a stroll downtown and discover a plethora of gorgeous monuments. Don’t forget your camera, you won’t be able to put it down!
• Chioggia: Chioggia is a small island also called ‘small Venice’ because of its similarities. Discover this picturesque town and its all pedestrian town centre, where you will find numerous good restaurants with local specialities based on fresh fish.
• Lido di Jesolo: Jesolo is one of the Italy’s few unpretentious tourist resorts, humming with shops selling buckets and spades, neon arcades and crazy golf courses. The long beach is a firecracker of fun with events, games, sports, colours and lights and the promenade is a paradise for shopping fans, with small artisan workshops and large boutiques on what is allegedly Europe’s longest pedestrianised shopping area.

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Overview

The scenes and sounds of Venice flooded your senses! The grand canals, the incredible architecture and the hum of vitality made your blood flow faster, but now you’re ensconced at a quiet quay in the Venetian islands. When you boat in Italy, you’ll delight in the contrasts. Ahead of you are castles and ruins to explore, and beach resorts where you can play all day in the sun!

Top highlights:

• Torcello island and Santa Maria Assunta Basilica 
• Medieval walls and prosecco in Mazzorbo 
• Biscuit tasting in Burano 
• Strolling through the picturesque canals of Venice
• Fish markets in Marano Lagunare

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Casale-sul-Sile: Casale-sul-Sile is a beautiful town aside Treviso that you may access by bicycle or car. While here, visit the great natural park of the Sile River and its marvelous landscapes; a perfect mix between silence and beauty.
• Torcello: Torcello is a welcoming island that used to be very important and populated in the past. Now, it is a peaceful island with beautiful monument to visit, such as the great basilica Santa Maria Assunta. Come here to find beauty and quietness.
• Mazzorbo: Mazzorbo is linked to Burano by an old, wooden footbridge. It’s best known for Venissa, the ancient estate encircled by medieval walls which has been restored by the Bisol family, a family of winemakers. Renowned for making the best Prosecco in Italy, they have now introduced a vineyard to Mazzorbo.
• Burano: In Burano, discover the painted houses made in an artistic mosaic style. You will also enjoy visiting the lace museums and manufactures. Don’t forget to taste the Burano biscuit, an irresistible, buttery little treat that is a staple on this island.
• Sant’Erasmo: Sant’Erasmo is a peaceful and shining island, perfect for cycling. Along your ride, discover the Torre Massimiliana, an old stronghold built by Napoleon to defend the lagoon. Rest here along the unique beach of the lagoon, which is marvelous. Part of Venice’s wine is made here, so why not taste it?
• Venice: Venice is a jewel of history and architecture. Experience one of the most beautiful places in the world, famous for its festivals and sailing along its numerous canals. Take a stroll downtown and discover a plethora of gorgeous monuments. Don’t forget your camera, you won’t be able to put it down!
• Lido di Jesolo: Jesolo is one of the Italy’s few unpretentious tourist resorts, humming with shops selling buckets and spades, neon arcades and crazy golf courses. The long beach is a firecracker of fun with events, games, sports, colours and lights and the prominade is a paradise for shopping fans, with small artisan workshops and large boutiques on what is allegedly Europe’s longest pedestrianised shopping area.
• Caorle: Travel to Caorle and chill out in its beautiful all pedestrian town center and its numerous painted houses and good restaurants. Here, you will have the great chance to walk along the lagoon and admire the wonderful landscapes.
• Bibione: Bibione is a large seaside resort, and also a welcoming and nice medieval town to walk in. In front of the mooring, you will find restaurants and bars. A good occasion to have a relaxing walk along the shore.
• Lignano Riveria: Famous as one of the best summer destinations in Italy for fun and entertainment, Lignano is packed with good facilities and amusements. Enjoy a day on the beach or take a walk along the river Tagliamento, with its crystal light blue water and pristine white sand which is carried by the river from the Carnia Alps.
• Marano Lagunare: Marano Lagunare is a typical fisherman old town with a nice restored millenary tower leading the skyline. You will find a nice fish market downtown. While here, discover the particular Isola delle Conchiglie, a small island characterized by swampy vegetation and with a fish restaurant. This place is famous for the large presence of nice shells to catch!
• Grado: Grado is joined to the mainland by a narrow strip of land, and has a graceful Venetian style historic town center. Here, you will have the chance to wander through the alleyways and squares flanked by picturesquely cluttered fishermen’s houses…
• Precenicco: Precenicco is a nice and welcoming town. Come in and discover its medieval town center, with its numerous restaurants and bars.

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Overview

You fly into Treviso and spend time sightseeing in Venice, and then you begin your vacation in the fabulous Friuli region north of the city, starting from Precenicco. Here you revel in a cruise in Italy, celebrating the unspoilt barrier islands and relaxing on the golden beaches of Adriatic resorts in Grado and Ligano.

Top highlights:

• The medieval centre of Precenicco
• Blue waters and white sandy beaches in Tagliamento 
• Fish markets in Marano Lagunare

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Precenicco: Precenicco is a nice and welcoming town. Come in and discover its medieval town center, with its numerous restaurants and bars.
• Lignano Riveria: Famous as one of the best summer destinations in Italy for fun and entertainment, Lignano is packed with good facilities and amusements. Enjoy a day on the beach or take a walk along the river Tagliamento, with its crystal light blue water and pristine white sand which is carried by the river from the Carnia Alps.
• Marano Lagunare: Marano Lagunare is a typical fisherman old town with a nice restored millenary tower leading the skyline. Discover here the particular Isola delle Conchiglie, a small island characterized by swampy vegetation with a fish restaurant. This place is famous for the large presence of nice shells to catch!

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Overview

Palatial villas line the manicured shores of the Brenta Riviera near Stra, presenting an ever-changing view of where Italy’s rich and famous dwell in luxury. You tour the Villa Pisani and your jaw drops! But you’re not done yet! When you boat in Italy, your vacation travels can include fabulous Venice with its myriad historic sites, chic shops and five star Michelin restaurants!

Top highlights:

• Torcello island and Santa Maria Assunta Basilica 
• Medieval walls and prosecco in Mazzorbo 
• Biscuit tasting in Burano 
• Strolling through the picturesque canals of Venice
• The open air museum of Padua

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Casale-sul-Sile: Casale-sul-Sile is a beautiful town aside Treviso that you may access by bicycle or car. While here, visit the great natural park of the Sile River and its marvelous landscapes; a perfect mix of silence and beauty.
• Torcello: Torcello used to be very important and populated in the past. Now, it is a peaceful island with beautiful monument to visit, such as the great basilica Santa Maria Assunta. Come here to find beauty and quietness.
• Mazzorbo: Mazzorbo is linked to Burano by an old, wooden footbridge. It is best known for Venissa, the ancient estate encircled by medieval walls which has been restored by the Bisol family, a family of winemakers. Renowned for making the best Prosecco in Italy, they have now introduced a vineyard to Mazzorbo.
• Burano: In Burano, discover the painted houses made in an artistic mosaic style. You will also enjoy visiting the lace museums and manufactures. Don’t forget to taste the Burano biscuit, an irresistible, buttery little treat that is a staple on this island.
• Sant’Erasmo: Sant’Erasmo is a peaceful and shining island, perfect for cycling. Along your ride, discover the Torre Massimiliana, an old stronghold built by Napoleon to defend the lagoon. Rest here along the unique beach of the lagoon, which is marvelous. Part of Venice’s wine is made here, why not taste it?
• Venice: Venice is a jewel of history and architecture. Experience one of the most beautiful places in the world, famous for its festivals and sailing along its numerous canals. Take a stroll downtown and discover a plethora of gorgeous monuments. Don’t forget your camera, you won’t be able to put it down!
• Fiesso d’Artico: Renowned for its shoe production, Louis Vuitton’s manufacturing plant is based in the town, and also displays contemporary pieces from the Louis Vuitton art collection in its gallery. 
• Dolo: Come to Dolo and discover its marvelous historical center with restored watermills, where small shops are selling food specialties. Have a walk along the pedestrian area, where there are many restaurants. You will also see old Venetian villas that you may visit.
• Stra: Have a walk in beautiful Stra, especially along the canal where you will see beautiful Venetian villas. The city is known for its villa Pisani La Nazionale, which is a national monument. 168 rooms are fully painted by famous Venetian artists, immersed into a big garden with monumental stables and a natural maze and a vast pool originally built in 1721 by the Venetian Doge Alvise Pisani. In the past, Napoleon lived here.
• Padua: Come to Padova, a shining and verdant city, and discover San Antonio Cathedral, built in the 13th century in honor of the presence of Saint Anthony. Have a walk across the Prato della Valle, a magnificent pedestrian round square close to an open air museum with ancient sculptures adorning the water canals of the square.

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Overview

The magic of Italy enchants you, growing stronger by the moment! You guide your floating villa past Venice, taking in the impressive sight of St. Mark’s Square, and then you venture off to the Venetian islands where the pace is subdued and time seems to slow. A Venice river cruise on the Sile embodies the best of all worlds!

Top highlights:

• Torcello island and Santa Maria Assunta Basilica 
• Medieval walls and prosecco in Mazzorbo
• Strolling through the picturesque canals of Venice
• Biscuit tasting in Burano

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Casale-sur-Sile: Casale-Sul-Sile is a beautiful town aside Treviso that you may access by bicycle or car. While here, visit the great natural park of Sile River and its marvelous landscapes; a perfect mix between silence and beauty.
• Torcello: Torcello is a welcoming island that used to be very important and populated in the past. Now, it is a peaceful island with beautiful monuments to visit, such as the great basilica Santa Maria Assunta. Come here to find beauty and quietness.
• Mazzorbo: Mazzorbo is linked to Burano by an old, wooden footbridge. It’s best known for Venissa, the ancient estate encircled by medieval walls which has been restored by the Bisol family, a family of winemakers. Renowned for making the best Prosecco in Italy, they have now introduced a vineyard to Mazzorbo.
• Burano: In Burano, discover the painted houses made in an artistic mosaic style. You will also enjoy visiting the lace museums and manufactures. Don’t forget to taste the Burano biscuit, an irresistible, buttery little treat that is a staple on this island.
• Sant’Erasmo: Sant’Erasmo is a peaceful and shining island, perfect for cycling. Along your ride, discover the Torre Massimiliana, an old stronghold built by Napoleon to defend the lagoon. Rest here along the unique beach of the lagoon, which is marvelous. Parts of Venitian wine are made here – why not try some?
• Venice: A jewel of history and architecture. Experience one of the most beautiful places in the world, famous for its festivals and sailing along its numerous canals. Take a stroll downtown and discover a plethora of gorgeous monuments. Don’t forget your camera, you won’t be able to put it down.
• Murano: Murano is a wonderful city to visit. Come and appreciate the charming basilica Santi Maria e San Donato Murano, built in the seventh century. Stay a little to discover the particular local and coloured architecture. You should stay at night, where the canal banks are just marvellous.

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Overview

The distinct country feel of the waters of Friuli fills you with serenity as you commune with Nature. You watch the birds, feel the warm breeze and smell the salty tang of the Adriatic. The sundeck becomes a popular place to enjoy a cruise in Italy! You soon discover that the lagoons and islands create a marvelous location for beautiful fishing villages and classy beach resorts.

Top highlights:

• The medieval centre of Precenicco
• Blue waters and white sandy beaches in Tagliamento 
• Fish markets in Marano Lagunare

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

• Precenicco: Precenicco is a nice and welcoming town. Come in and discover its medieval town center, with its numerous restaurants and bars.
• Lignano Sabbiadoro: Famous as one of the best summer destinations in Italy for fun and entertainment, Lignano is packed with good facilities and amusements. Enjoy a day on the beach or take a walk along the river Tagliamento, with its crystal light blue water and pristine white sand which is carried by the river from the Carnia Alps.
• Marano Lagunare: Marano Lagunare is a typical fisherman old town with a nice a restored millenary tower leading the skyline. You will find a nice fish market downtown. Discover here the particular Isola delle Conchiglie, a small island characterized by swampy vegetation and with a fish restaurant. This place is famous for the large presence of nice shells to catch!
• Grado: Grado is joined to the mainland by a narrow strip of land, and has a graceful Venetian style historic town center. Here, you will have the chance to wander through the alleyways and squares flanked by picturesquely cluttered fishermen’s houses.
• Aquileia: Aquileia is a city full of archaeological areas. Moor here to have a walk among the numerous ancient ruins and discover its history and its great roman past.