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Hotel Featured:
➤Maison Venezia 4*

Maison Venezia
➤Set near the Grand Canal in the peaceful Cannaregio district of Venice, Maison Venezia | UNA Esperienze is a short walk from the Rialto Bridge, and a leisurely stroll from St. Mark's Square.

Why Choose Maison Venezia?
➤Maison Venezia | UNA Esperienze is a hidden gem in the heart of Cannaregio
➤Housed in a grand, restored Venetian building with timeless charm
➤Just moments from Venice’s most iconic landmarks and sights
➤Offers beautifully styled rooms in classic Venetian décor
➤Enjoy refined moments at the elegant American Bar for drinks and light bites

Sat 14 Feb 2026: A Romantic Gondola Ride under the Bridge of Sighs
➤Embark on a romantic gondola ride through the enchanting canals of Venice. Glide beneath the iconic Bridge of Sighs, one of the city's most famous landmarks, where legend says
that couples who kiss beneath it are destined for eternal love. minutes and is the perfect way to experience Venice's magic. Our professional gondolier, dressed in traditional attire, will navigate the waterways while you enjoy the charm and beauty of Venice from the water. A guide to enhance your journey with fascinating facts about the city. Zaccaria 4683, just a 5-minute walk from St. Mark's Square, 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Of course, at your disposal for any assistance, including reservations, guided tours, and more.
- Warm welcome and escort to the gondola, with assistance boarding
- Passage under the iconic Bridge of Sighs
- Professional gondolier in traditional attire
- 30-minute shared gondola ride
- Audioguide available in multiple languages during the ride
What to Expect :
Bridge Of Sighs
During your gondola ride, youll glide under the famous Bridge of Sighs, one of Venice's most romantic landmarks. According to legend, couples who kiss beneath it are destined for eternal love. This iconic white limestone bridge, built in the 17th century, once connected the Doge's Palace to the old prison. Today, it offers a magical and timeless moment, perfect for unforgettable memories.
5 mins - Admission Ticket Not Included

Sat 14 Feb 2026: Secrets of Venice Carnival and Life of Casanova Tour
➤Follow in the footsteps of the great lover Casanova on a 1.5-hour
Carnival tour of Venice. Learn about the life and times of Casanova, and about the masks and traditions of the Venice Carnival. Enjoy a hot cappuccino with a Venetian "frittolo" cake.
2 hours
Meet at Campo San Fantin, 1965, 30124 Venezia VE, Italia
Meet your English-speaking guide in front of La Fenice opera house for a walking tour that follows in the footsteps of Giacomo Casanova, and travel back to the Venice Carnival of the 18th century. To set the mood, your guide will be dressed in traditional Venetian costume and will acquaint you with the story of the Venice Carnival, then and now. Learn the history of the masks, once used to hide the wearers' identity, and hear how they are made. Admire elegant costumes from the 17th century, now worn to parade through the streets at Carnival time. See luxurious costumes worn by people attending one of the many Grand Balls that take place in private palaces. Your guide will talk about Casanova as a great lover, adventurer, extravagant, Freemason, and servant of the establishment. Born in Venice, he grew up in the San Samuele area, and you will walk through the narrow calle (alleys) that pass his home and the house of the poet Giorgio Baffo, who introduced the young Casanova to worldly pleasures. Learn about the Ridotto, the 1st Casino in Venice, where Casanova would meet the Venetian aristocracy. Hear fascinating stories about the courtesans who also played a part in making the city as animated as possible. Experience an alternative walking tour, filled with desire and passion, pleasure, and entertainment. End the tour in a typical café, approx 10 mins walk from St Mark's Square, with a hot cappuccino and typical Venetian Carnival cake called a "frittelle", only made during the Carnival period.
Includes
English-speaking guide (dressed in a Carnival costume)
Cappuccino and frittella in a local coffee shop

Sun 15 Feb 26: Venice: Carnival Party Cruise 
➤Venice: Carnival Party Cruise
At 8:00 PM, the tour begins as you board the vessel from the Museo Navale in Venice. Enjoy a welcome aperitif as you set sail from the port. After the welcome drink, indulge in a buffet dinner whilst sailing towards Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Your carnival buffet will comprise an aperitif of spritz veneziano, as you enjoy chips, salty snacks, puff pastry snack,s and pizza bites. Also, assorted savoury pies, octopus salad, fried olives "all'ascolana" (filled with meat sauce), chickpea hummus with vegetable sticks, lasagna with meat sauce, and artichoke risotto. Next, tuck into a selection of sliced salami and cheese, as well as meatballs, herbs omelette filled with ricotta, and stewed small cuttlefish delicacies Venetian style on a bed of soft polenta. Later on, enjoy dessert, which will include seasonal fresh fruit, typical Venetian biscuits "Buranelli", carnival sweets, and Illy coffee. After dinner, head towards Venice, captured by the elegant magic of the most ancient Carnival of the world. At the conclusion of your tour, disembark at the Museo Navale in Venice.
Includes
Carnival standing buffet
Free bar: water, cola, tonic, Chardonnay, Cabernet, Prosecco, and beer
Sailing in the Venetian lagoon
Live music

Prices & Departures:
Travel Date: 13 February 2026
➤A3408 Heathrow from £929pp
Deposit: £125pp
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Travel Date: 12 February 2026
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Deposit: £400pp

Terms & Conditions:
Based on 2 adults sharing

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