Venice and Gems of Northern Italy River Cruise October 18-25, 2020 Uncover the extraordinary hidden treasures of Venice and Northern Italy. Soak up the enchantment of “The City of Water” and three outer-lying Venetian islands, Burano, Mazzorbo and Torcello. Be treated to an exclusive evening opening and lighting ceremony at St. Mark’s Basilica. Discover the charm of seaside Chioggia loved by fishermen and artists alike. Explore medieval Padua, once home to Galileo and Copernicus; “bountiful” Bologna; and UNESCO-designated Ferrara. Each of these enchanting locales is yours to uncover on “Venice & the Gems of Northern Italy.” Who will enjoy this cruise/tour? Romantics, connoisseurs of food and wine and lovers of art and architecture. Experienced travelers looking to explore the hidden gems of Northern Italy. ITINERARY Day 1: Sunday, October 18, 2020 - Venice (Embark) Arrive at Venice Marco Polo International Airport, where Board Uniworld’s S.S. La Venezia in Venice and enjoy the evening on the Venetian Lagoon. Day 2: Monday, October 19, 2020 - Venice (Riva Dei Sette Martiri) With your early morning arrival at Doge’s Palace, you’ll be able to marvel at the estate in total peace. Wander through a Venetian neighborhood and experience daily life in a typical Venetian residential quarter. Later in the evening, cap the day off with a private once-in-a-lifetime experience at an after-hours lighting ceremony inside St. Mark’s Basilica without the crowds. Back onboard, enjoy a welcome cocktail on the top deck with St. Mark’s Basilica and the Canal Grande as your backdrop. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Featured Excursions: A morning walk in Venice with Doge’s Palace visit and_private after-hours visit to Saint Mark's Basilica Day 3: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 - Venice (Riva Dei Sette Martiri), Chioggia, Porto Viro, Polesella The S.S. La Venezia sails from Venice, cruising through the lagoon, past the Lido, the colorful fishermen’s houses of Pellestrina and the huge ongoing flood-control project called MOSE (which is designed to protect Venice from rising seawater), before docking in Chioggia, sometimes called “Little Venice,” at the southern end of the lagoon. Join a local expert for a stroll around this picturesque fishing village, a popular place for artists, or “Let's Go” with a bike ride along the beaches lining the lagoon, or, for something really unique, hop aboard a small boat to go mussel harvesting with local fishermen out in the lagoon. The seaside air and sweeping views are simply spectacular. IMPORTANT: We are obliged to comply with Italian Maritime Authorities who require that the ship is only manned by crew during the Adriatic Sea passage. Therefore, our guests must disembark the ship and partake in the featured excursions. We thank you for your cooperation. Featured Excursions: Choice of Padua morning walk and market visit or “Let's Go” biking Chioggia or Bragozzo ride with typical Italian mussel lunch Day 4: Wednesday, October 21, 2020 - Polesella (Bologna or Ferrara), Porto Viro Today you face a tough decision: Do you spend a full day in Bologna, the culinary capital of Northern Italy, or visit UNESCO-designated Ferrara, a beautifully preserved Renaissance city? Let your passions be your guide today. If you have an appetite for pasta, head to Bologna—the heart of Italian culinary traditions—and learn how to make (and eat!) your own lunch. Or indulge your appetite for art with an excursion to Ferrara, an ancient center for the arts that once rivaled Medici Florence. Featured Excursions: Choice of Private pasta-making and Italian lunch in Bologna or Ferrera: Renaissance, elegance and Italian lifestyle town discovery walk Day 5: Thursday, October 22, 2020 - Porto Viro, Chioggia, Burano Chioggia is such a delight that we’ll return there today to experience something completely different. You can visit the village’s bustling once-a-week market—a colorful and boisterous scene, and quintessentially Italian. IMPORTANT: We are obliged to comply with Italian Maritime Authorities who require that the ship is only manned by crew during the Adriatic Sea passage. Therefore, our guests must disembark the ship and partake in the featured excursions. We thank you for your cooperation. Featured Excursions: Chioggia market visit and night tour in Burano Day 6: Friday, October 23, 2020 - Venice Islands (Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello) Venice is an island surrounded by hundreds of smaller islands, three of which you’ll visit today—Burano, famous for its lace-makers and houses painted in eye-popping colors; Mazzorbo, where you’ll taste a historic golden-hued wine; and Torcello, home to beautiful Byzantine mosaics. While on Mazzorbo, you will be treated to a very special wine tasting from a saltwater-tolerant heirloom grape, Dorona,which has been planted here to yield a luscious golden wine. Stroll through Burano’s rainbow of colorful home and visit a lace- making atelier. Featured Excursion: Magic Island Day: hidden treasures of the lagoon Day 7: Saturday, October 24, 2020 - Venice (San Basilio) As your water taxi glides past narrow side canals and the Canal Grande, you’ll arrive in style to the Rialto Bridge and Fondaco dei Tedeschi. The iconic stone arch bridge sits at the narrowest point of the Canal Grande and holds numerous shops and restaruants. Today, you’ll be able to enjoy a tour of the Accademia Gallery with an art-historian guide or for lovers of food and wine, immerse yourself in a true farm-to-table epicurean experience. You can embark on a “Do as the Locals Do” walking tour to the famous fish and produce market next to the Rialto Bridge. A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Featured Excursions: "AVG Arti Veneziane alla Giudecca" glass factory visit with crafts demonstrations Choice of “Do as the Locals Do” Venice walking tour or “Venetian Painters at the Accademia” tour with art historian guide or Rialto Bridge and Fondaco dei Tedeschi Day 8: Sunday, October 25, 2020 - Venice (disembark), transfer to the airport Disembark the ship and transfer to the Venice Marco Polo Airport for your flight home. CRUISE FARE Our special group rates are per person: Classic Cabin (Tintoretto Deck with high window) - $2699.00 Deluxe Cabin (Casanova Deck with lower window) - $3299.00 French Balcony Cabin (Marco Polo Deck with French balcony) - $4199.00 Single Occupancy Rates are also available. Port tax is $220.00 per person. Past guests of Uniworld will receive an additional $200.00 per person discount. Deposit: A deposit of 10% of the cruise-tour fare (cruise plus port charges, less applicable discounts) per person is required within 72 hours of reservation. Cash, check or credit cards are accepted. Insurance: Uniworld’s Travel Protection Plan is $419.00 for trips up to $4500.00 and $519.00 for trips $4500.00 and higher. Insurance is due at the time of booking. Airfare: On request - fly in to Venice Marco Polo Airport (depart USA on October 17, 2020 to arrive on October 18, 2020). You will fly out of Venice on October 25, 2020 to arrive USA on the same day. Airfare is generally available 329 days prior to departure. You may wish to use airline frequent flyer mileage. Otherwise, we can obtain the best airfare available for you. Uniworld also offers very competitive air rates. If you wish to extend your trip, we can help you with the arrangements. Transfers to/from the airport and ship are included in the cruise fare. WHAT IS INCLUDED? DINING • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners • Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions • Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water EXCURSIONS • 6 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts • Guided "Do as the Locals Do" and "Let's Go" programs • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions • Use of Nordic walking sticks EXPERIENCE • 1 country: Italy • 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager • All transfers on arrival and departure days • All gratuities, both onboard and onshore • Captivating onboard local entertainment • Cultural enrichment, including a Signature Lecture ACCOMMODATIONS • 7-night cruise in a river view stateroom on the impressive S.S. La Venezia • Lavishly appointed river view staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access Venice and Gems of Northern Italy Venice to Venice October 18-25, 2020 Full name of each participant (as listed on your passport) Name: _______________________________________________________ Passport #: ________________________Expiration Date:______________ Home Address: ________________________________________________ Email Address: ________________________________________________ Phone: Home: _______________________Cell: _____________________ Birthdate: ____________________________ Name: _______________________________________________________ Passport #: ________________________Expiration Date:_______________ Home Address:_________________________________________________ Email Address: _________________________________________________ Phone: Home - _______________________Cell: ______________________ Birthdate: _______________________________ Classic Cabin- $2699 per person, double occupancy Deluxe Cabin - $3299.00 per person, double occupancy French Balcony Cabin - $4699.00 per person, double occupancy Suite - Call for pricing Single - Call for single supplement price Port Charges: $220.00 per person Past Guest Discount of $200.00 per person Insurance - $419.00 for trips up to $4500.00 per person Insurance - $519.00 for trips over $4501.00 per person A deposit of 10% of the cruise-tour fare (cruise plus port charges, less applicable discounts) per person is required within 72 hours of reservation. Cash, check or credit cards are accepted. Final payment is due by June 20, 2020.