The Venice Carnival
The Venice Carnival
$974
The Venice Carnival
7 Days Starting and ending in Italy
Visiting: Italy, Bolognese, Caorle, Treviso, Venice, Bassano del Grappa, Villa Sandi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
wivg
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Join us for one of the most unique events in Europe – the Venice Carnival – on this fantastic tour! Celebrating traditions such as opulent balls and costumes, masks, storytelling, music, and dance, the enchanting atmosphere of this remarkable event is not to be missed. With other highlights including the coastal town of Caorle, Treviso with its pretty canals and medieval city walls, charming Bassano del Grappa, and a fantastic wine tasting at Villa Sandi, this holiday offers the perfect combination of quintessential Italian destinations and one-of-a-kind experiences.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Italy
Location: Italy
Accommodation: Overnight Travelling
Meals Included: No Meals
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then travel overnight towards Italy.
Day 2 : Bolognese
Location: Bolognese
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 4-star Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese
Meals Included: Dinner
Continue south to your hotel, Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese, for a four-night stay.
Day 3 : Caorle And Treviso
Location: Caorle, Treviso
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 4-star Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we discover the coastal town of Caorle. Originally made up of three small islands, the town exudes a Venetian feel and has a beautiful natural landscape surrounding the picturesque centre.
We continue to the walled town of Treviso, where you can take in the historic sights or enjoy a spot of shopping.
Day 4 : Venice Carnival
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 4-star Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we travel by coach and boat into the heart of Venice, where we experience the famous Venice Carnival celebrations. Venice Carnival is thought to date from at least the 13th century, and today’s carnival celebrates traditions such as opulent balls and costumes, masks, storytelling, music, and dance. You will have free time to explore the city’s sights and enjoy the day’s festivities.
Day 5 : Bassano Del Grappa And Villa Sandi
Location: Bassano del Grappa, Villa Sandi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The 4-star Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We combine a visit to the charming town of Bassano del Grappa on the edge of the prosecco hills with a visit to the fascinating Villa Sandi. The villa is a Palladian-style masterpiece dating back to 1622. After a full tour, we indulge in tasting a couple of the most celebrated local wines.
Day 6 : Leave Italy
Location: Italy
Accommodation: Overnight Travelling
Meals Included: Breakfast
We leave Italy and travel northwards through the night.
Day 7 : Return Home
Location: Italy
Meals Included: No Meals
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese.
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 6 years or above
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Monday - Sunday
Feb 24, 2025 - Mar 02, 2025Monday - Sunday
Feb 09, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.