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SAIL from Venice to historic towns along the Po River and Venetian Lagoon on the lavish, newly renovated La Venezia. Dock overnight in the heart of stunning Venice for early access to the city at sunrise, when its sparkling piazze and palazzi are most captivating

ENJOY extraordinary exclusive tours of famed Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio’s UNESCO-listed Villa Capra (La unfinished 14th-century Basilica of San Petronio. Rotonda) and the opulent Villa Valmarana ai Nani, featuring frescoes by Tiepolo, in underexplored Vicenza

REVEL in guided, behind-the-scenes visits to Villa Foscari, adorned with splendid frescoes by Battista Franco, and Villa Widman, with its frescos by Giuseppe Angeli—two grand villas along the Brenta Canal, opened exclusively for us

ACCOMPANY an art historian to marvel at golden Byzantine mosaics in Torcello’s 11th-century basilica on an exclusive tour, and admire stunning 5th- and 6th-century mosaics in Ravenna

EXPLORE the medieval and Renaissance city of Ferrara, innovatively designed as an “ideal city” by urban planner Biagio Rossetti

DELIGHT in an exclusive, after-hours visit to Venice’s iconic Saint Mark’s Basilica, an 11th-century showstopper filled with glittering gold mosaics and beautiful marble floors and statues of 20th-century art at her eponymous museum Dear National Trust Traveler,

This September, aboard the luxurious, newly renovated river vessel La Venezia, join the National Trust to cruise along the legendary Po River and the Venetian Lagoon, savoring la bella vita in northern . Padua and Ravenna are towns that have inspired the likes of Shakespeare, yet their numerous historic treasures remain underexplored. On this spectacular river voyage, enjoy full access to the region’s abundance of medieval and Renaissance art and architecture. This exquisite journey will begin with a walking tour through Venice’s picturesque Dorsoduro neighborhood, which offers a lovely snapshot of the city’s local color. Then discover one of Italy’s best-kept secrets, UNESCO-listed Vicenza, where you will delight in private access to some of Andrea Palladio’s 16th-century villas. Back in Venice, experience an exclusive, after-hours visit at the awe-inspiring Saint Mark’s Basilica. In Padua, stop to see frescoes by Giotto, bronzes by Donatello, and breathtaking architecture and scenery. Next, call at Ferrara, the seat of the great Este court. Designed in the 16th century by Biagio Rossetti, it has earned a UNESCO designation. Visit Ferrara’s Jewish quarter, a haven for Jewish exiles throughout Europe for centuries, and its newly opened Jewish Museum. Alternatively, venture to Bologna, cultural capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, where you will take a special tour of the unfinished 14th-century Basilica of San Petronio. The greatest assemblage of early Christian mosaics awaits in Ravenna, the 6th-century seat of the Byzantine governor of Italy. Sail around the lovely Venetian Lagoon, stopping in Torcello’s basilica to gaze upon its splendid Byzantine mosaics with an art historian. Conclude with a return to Venice, where you will enjoy three curator-led, behind-the-scenes tours, including an exclusive inside look at the city’s famous opera house, La Fenice. Extraordinary cuisine and luxurious accommodations make this trip a true delight for all the senses, and I hope you will join the National Trust on this new offering. An optional postlude to Asolo and the Palladian Villas is also available.

Sincerely, At the time of publication, the world is beginning to reopen, with enhanced travel practices and guidelines. Please visit www.nationaltrusttours.com Meg Annacone-Poretz Saint Mark’s Basilica, an 11th-century showstopper filled with and search for “Pearls” for real-time Director, National Trust Tours glittering gold mosaics and beautiful marble floors and statues information on how we’re working to keep you safe and healthy. The Pearls of the Po & the Venetian Lagoon From Venice to Polesella Aboard La Venezia

September 18–26, 2021

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: DEPARTURE Depart for Venice on an overnight flight. LA VENEZIA SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19: VENICE, ITALY / EMBARK The 130-passenger Arrive at Venice’s Marco Polo International Airport, where you will be transferred to La Venezia. This afternoon, take an optional walking tour through the Dorsoduro neighborhood, known for its local flavor and picturesque squares and canals. Alternatively, explore the city at your leisure. Unpack, relax, and enjoy your first evening aboard ship.D

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20: VENICE / VICENZA / VENICE Visit one of Italy’s hidden gems—Vicenza—famous for Andrea Palladio’s UNESCO-listed villas in the countryside and the Teatro Olimpico, the Renaissance theater designed by the great architect. A tour of Palazzo Valmarana Braga, a masterpiece of the mature Palladio, precedes lunch. Then stroll through the historic city center to see the basilica that Palladio adapted to serve as the town hall; the palaces he built for the Vicenza aristocracy; and the Church of Santa Corona, with its masterpieces by Giovanni Bellini and Veronese. Before returning to Venice, take in private visits to two other Palladian villas—Villa Foscari (La Rotonda) and the nearby Villa Valmarana ai Nani, featuring frescoes by Tiepolo. Return to Venice and experience an exclusive, after-hours visit to Saint Mark’s Basilica, with its spellbinding, glittering mosaics. B,L,D

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21: VENICE / PADUA / PORTO VIRO Travel to Padua for a guided stroll through the Old Town, including visits to the Scrovegni Chapel, famous for its rich and elaborate frescoes by Giotto, and the Basilica of Saint Anthony, with its bronzes by Donatello. Later, take private guided visits to Villa Foscari (La Malcontenta) and Villa Widmann, two of the grand villas along the bucolic tiny islands and picturesque fishing villages. On peaceful Torcello, admire Byzantine mosaics Brenta Canal, opened exclusively for us. Dock in the picturesque fishing village of Porto Viro. Enjoy a festive captain’s welcome reception and dinner this evening. B,L,R,D

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22: POLESELLA / FERRARA OR BOLOGNA Disembark for a morning excursion to Ferrara, once a center for the arts ruled by the Este family. Meticulously designed by urban planner Biagio Rossetti, Ferrara was the first fully executed concept of an ideal city during the Renaissance. Explore the cobbled streets of the UNESCO-designated city center. See its grand palaces including the Palazzo dei Diamanti, whose façade is studded with marble blocks carved to resemble diamonds. Stroll n through the ancient Jewish quarter, whose community has lived here continuously since n the Middle Ages, and visit the newly opened Jewish Museum. Admire the 12th-century n

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cathedral, which combines Romanesque and Gothic styles in its three-tiered pink and white Depart for Venice on an overnight flight. marble façade. Return to the ship with lunch on board. You may opt to visit Bologna, the cultural center of the Emilia-Romagna region, and one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. Marvel at the works of Reni, Giotto, and Parmigianino at the The 130-passenger National Gallery, and see the Basilica of San Petronio, a Baroque confection dating to the 14th century. A short walk will take us to the Palazzo Comunale, an impressive Renaissance neighborhood, known for its local flavor and picturesque squares and canals. Alternatively, building that is now the City Hall. After lunch featuring local specialties, participate in a explore the city at your leisure. Unpack, relax, and enjoy your first evening aboard ship. pasta-making class, or spend the afternoon visiting the Church of San Petronio and San Giacomo Maggiore, with the important Costa frescoes in the Cappella Bentivoglio. B,L,D

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23: PORTO VIRO / RAVENNA / Get an in-depth look at the UNESCO-listed Byzantine and early Christian mosaics in Ravenna, capital of the from 402 to 476 A.D. Visit Sant’Apollinare in Classe, with its glorious 6th-century apse covered in brilliant mosaics. Then see the mausoleum of Galla Placidia and Theodoric the Great’s churches—San Vitale and Sant’Apollinare Nuovo—with their extraordinary mosaics. Rejoin the ship in Burano and later this evening opt to explore Burano with an evening walking tour. Dine al fresco as La Venezia is docked in Burano. B,L,D

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24: VENETIAN LAGOON / VENICE Continue your exploration of Burano’s brightly colored houses in the morning, and visit a historic lace-making atelier. Cross to the neighboring island of , and wander through an estate devoted to making wine with indigenous Dorona grapes. After a tour of the vineyard, gather for a wine tasting. Sail the historic Venetian Lagoon, with its numerous tiny islands and picturesque fishing villages. On peaceful Torcello, admire Byzantine mosaics inside the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta with an art historian. Be on deck tonight as we sail Brenta Canal, opened exclusively for us. Dock in the picturesque fishing village of Porto into illuminated Venice. B,L,D

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: VENICE Docked in Venice, take a tour led by an art expert to the Accademia, Venice’s grand museum housing masterworks by Tiepolo, Veronese, and Bellini. Explore Venice’s famous family. Meticulously designed by urban planner Biagio Rossetti, Ferrara was the first fully opera house, La Fenice, on a behind-the-scenes tour. End with an exploration of the Peggy Guggenheim Museum to view its fascinating modern art collection. Return for lunch on board and enjoy an afternoon at leisure, or join your guide at a bacaro (a casual wine bar) for the n

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An optional postlude to Asolo and the Palladian Villas is offered September 26 – 28, 2021. n This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of National Trust Tours, Arrangements Abroad Inc., and the Master of La Venezia, depending on water levels and other factors. For complete details, please carefully read the terms and conditions at www.arrangementsabroad.com/terms. LA VENEZIA DECK

E 423 421 419 415 411 409 407 405 403 401 CRUISE MGR DESK RISTORANTE BAR HARI’S BAR RIALTO CAPTAINS’ LOUNGE/

424 422 420 416 412 410 408 406 404 402 LIBRARY

STATEROOMS 410 / 408 ARE AVAILABLE RECEPTION AS CONNECTING STATEROOMS BURANO DECK MAZZORBO DECK

E SERENITY 323 321 319 317 315 311 309 307 305 303 301 RIVER SPA LA CANTINETTA 211 209 207 205 203 201

FITNESS 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302 324 325 CENTER 212 210 208 206 204 202 STATEROOMS 323 / 321 AND 206 / 204 ARE AVAILABLE 24 HR COFFEE & TEA STATION TORCELLO DECK AS CONNECTING STATEROOMS

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GUEST LAUNDRY Depart for Venice on an overnight flight. 108 106 104

The 130-passenger La Venezia is filled with light and color. Muted shades of turquoise complemented by soothing cream, taupe, and white accents create a luxurious and sophisticated environment for your up-close, unsurpassed, and unforgettable Italian adventure. Lavishly appointed river-view staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir of England beds draped in high-thread-count 100% neighborhood, known for its local flavor and picturesque squares and canals. Alternatively, Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets. The ship features enticing public areas and luxurious explore the city at your leisure. Unpack, relax, and enjoy your first evening aboard ship. amenities, including a lounge with full-service bar, well-equipped fitness center, restaurant, Serenity River Spa, and a sundeck where you can relax and take in the ever-changing views.

La Venezia La Venezia lounge

CRUISE RATES (Per Person)

Cabins Decks Double Rates Single Rates

Cabins 102-110 Torcello Deck $6,999 $6,999 Classic Staterooms. Fixed Window — 151 sq. ft. tiny islands and picturesque fishing villages. On peaceful Torcello, admire Byzantine mosaics Cabins 201-212, 301-325 Mazzorbo and Burano Decks $8,499 $12,999 Brenta Canal, opened exclusively for us. Dock in the picturesque fishing village of Porto Deluxe Staterooms. Fixed Window — 151 sq, ft.

Cabins 401-408, 419-424 Murano Deck $9,999 Inquire French Balcony Staterooms. French Balcony — 151 sq. ft.

Cabins 409-412 Murano Deck $12,999 Inquire Suites. French Balcony — 214 sq, ft. family. Meticulously designed by urban planner Biagio Rossetti, Ferrara was the first fully Cabins 415-416 Grand Suites Murano Deck $14,999 Inquire Grand Suites. French Balcony — 300 sq. ft. RATES INCLUDE

n Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard La Venezia n All meals on board (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, R=Reception, D=Dinner), including bottled water, soft drinks, juices, and thoughtfully selected wine and beer n Airport/pier/airport transfers for all participants n Enrichment program of lectures and special events Disembark in Venice this morning and transfer to the airport for flights home. n All sightseeing, transportation, and entrance fees n All taxes, service, porterage charges, and port fees n All gratuities including customary shipboard gratuities

NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport/visa fees; independent meals; super premium wine and alcoholic beverages; personal items and expenses; optional trip insurance; optional Asolo and the Palladian Villas postlude; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

On the front cover: Padua. On the back cover: Venice, photo by Hindol Bhattacharya Depart for Venice on an overnight flight.

The 130-passenger neighborhood, known for its local flavor and picturesque squares and canals. Alternatively, explore the city at your leisure. Unpack, relax, and enjoy your first evening aboard ship.

Burano, photo by Pierre Léard

RESERVATION INFORMATION To secure your cabin, please call National Trust Tours at 888-484-8785. A deposit of $1,000 per person (of which $500 is non-refundable for administrative fees) is required.

OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN ASOLO & THE PALLADIAN VILLAS September 26–28, 2021

Discover how the elegance of Andrea Villa Barbaro, Asolo, photo by Biodiver tiny islands and picturesque fishing villages. On peaceful Torcello, admire Byzantine mosaics Palladio’s architecture, inspired by classical buildings and distinguished by a purity of Brenta Canal, opened exclusively for us. Dock in the picturesque fishing village of Porto form, found a home in the region, where he created some of his most beautiful villas. Using Asolo and the charming Villa Cipriani as a base, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Villa Foscari family. Meticulously designed by urban planner Biagio Rossetti, Ferrara was the first fully (La Malcontenta) along the magical Brenta Canal. Also discover the Villa Emo, whose walls are adorned by delightful paintings n by Giovanni Battista Zelotti, and the n Villa Barbaro, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Paolo Veronese’s most n Hotel Villa Cipriani important frescoes are found. n Postlude Rate: Disembark in Venice this morning and transfer to the airport for flights home. n $2,299 per person, double rate n $2,699 single rate n Includes two nights accommodations at Hotel Villa Cipriani in Asolo; breakfast daily, one lunch, and one dinner. Sightseeing as per itinerary.

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