Discover the charm of Northern Italy’s Veneto region with this enchanting journey through Verona, Lake Garda, and Venice. History, natural beauty, and romance come together for an unforgettable experience.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Venice Airport. You are met outside Customs and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel.
Check-in time is 3:00pm.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure, any meals are on your own.
Note: For couples or bookings with two or more guests, a private van will be used for the airport transfer and a sedan will be used for solo travelers. Vans hold a maximum of four large suitcases and two carry on pieces and sedans hold up to two large suitcases and a carry-on. Should you have more luggage than this, a larger vehicle may be required with a surcharge.
For guests with early arriving flights, you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee room availability upon arrival otherwise guests may leave luggage with Reception and begin to enjoy the facilities of the hotel.
The Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà, located approximately 25-minutes from Venice, is a luxurious and unique villa turned luxury hotel inspired by the tradition of the Veneto region. It boasts an impressive permanent collection of contemporary art and a combination of historic and contemporary pieces of furniture. The art design rooms are quite elegant and for nature lovers, a beautiful 20,000 square meter park offers an evocative setting with magnificent secular plants, fountains made from Verona marble and an elegant swimming pool.
DAY 2
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before meeting an English-speaking tour assistant in the hotel lobby. Depart by motorcoach to Verona where upon arrival you will meet a local English-speaking guide for your tour.
Verona has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. It is home of Romeo and Juliet, a place of history, culture, music, architecture and high society. It is also one of the richest cities in Roman remains.
On your walking tour you will visit and admire the Arena – a Roman amphitheater built in 30 BC, which once rivalled the Colosseum. Today it is the third largest arena in the Roman world.
In Piazza delle Erbe, discover a square that has been the center of Veronese life since the days of the Romans. A Venetian lion stands atop a column to the north of the Piazza, signifying Verona’s absorption by the Venetian Republic in 1405. The Maffei Palace, built in 1668, today houses luxury apartments and elegant boutiques.
Don’t miss Piazza dei Signori, where a 19th-century statue of the poet Dante graces the square, gazing out upon the 14th-century Palazzo della Ragione—the Veronese law court.
Behind Dante’s statue lies the Renaissance Loggia del Consiglio (1493), whose council chamber boasts a fresco that includes the figures of Catullus and Pliny.
Continue to the famous Juliet’s balcony where Romeo is said to have scaled the wall at Casa di Giulietta. Pose for a photo in the small courtyard and check out the names inscribed on the wall by visitors seeking eternal love.
Following your tour of Verona, return to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
Note: if this day falls on a Monday your itineary, days will be swapped as the Arena is closed on Mondays.
DAY 3
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before meeting an English-speaking tour assistant in the hotel lobby. Depart by motorcoach for the charming town of Sirmione where you will meet a local English-speaking guide for your tour.
Sirmione is renowned for its historic beauty, scenic views and charming streets filled with cafes and gelaterias. Here you will begin with a leisurely boat tour around Lake Garda, taking in the picturesque landscapes, quaint villages, and shimmering waters that make this destination so unique.
Your boat tour concludes in Bardolino, a vibrant lakeside town known for its colorful streets and relaxed atmosphere. Here, savor a delicious lunch featuring local flavors.
The day continues with a guided visit to a local winery, where you will explore the winemaking process and indulge in a curated tasting of fine wines, offering a true taste of the region’s viticultural heritage.
At the end of the tour, re-board your motorcoach for a transfer back to your hotel in Verona.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
DAY 4
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then a day at leisure for independent activities.
Perhaps enjoy a relaxing session in the Wellness Center or book an exclusive wine-tasting in the wine cellar. The Concierge can also assist in booking a day trip to a surrounding region. Optional activities are at own expense. Lunch and dinner are on own
DAY 5
After breakfast, settle any incidentals and check-out. Transfer by motorcoach to Venice where you will board a private boat transfer. Ride to St. Mark’s Square where you will have a guided walking tour of what can arguably be called one of the most popular squares in the world in undoubtedly one of the most impressive cities in the world.
On a walking tour you will discover the highlights of this marvelous city including the majestic St. Mark’s Square, considered the “largest living room in the world,” the Bell Tower, a 325 feet high bell tower (outside view), the striking Doges’ Palace (outside view) and the Basilica of St. Mark’s (outside view).
Finally, re-board your private boat transportation and proceed along the waterway to the cruise terminal in Fusina.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program details including timings indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Venice International Airport
You are met outside Customs and luggage claim and transferred to your hotel
3:00pm Check in time at the hotel
Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed
Meals are on your own today
Overnight at the Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
7:30am Buffet breakfast at the hotel
8:30am Meet your English-speaking assistant and depart for Verona
9:00am Meet your English-speaking guide and begin a walking tour
11:30am End of guided walking tour and free time
Lunch on own
TBA Meet again with your assistant and return back to the hotel
Dinner on own
Overnight at the Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà
DAY 3
7:30am Buffet breakfast at your hotel
8:15am Meet your English-speaking assistant and depart for Garda Lake
8:30am Drive to the village of Sirmione
9:15am Meet your English-speaking guide and enjoy an orientation walking tour of Sirmione
11:00am Depart by motorboat for a cruise tour on Garda Lake to Bardolino
12:30am Arrive Bardolino and lunch
2:00pm Drive to a local winery
3:00pm Visit and wine tasting
4:30pm Drive back to Verona
5:15pm Return to your hotel
Dinner on own
Overnight at the Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà
DAY 4
AM Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Day free for independent activities
Lunch and dinner on own
Overnight at the Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà
DAY 5
7:30am Buffet breakfast at the hotel
8:00am Settle any incidentals and check out
8:30am Drive to Venice
10:00am Arrive at the Venice pier and board a private motorboat to St. Mark’s area
10:30am Meet with your English-speaking local guide and start a walking tour
1:00pm Re-board the motorboat and transfer to the ship in Fusina
1:30pm Approximate arrival at the ship for embarkation
Expected Weather:
May: Average Temperature: Approximately 18.3°C (65°F)
July: Average Temperature: Approximately 24.7°C (76.5°F)
September: Average Temperature: Approximately 19.8°C (67.6°F)
What to Bring:
Light, loose closing that can be layered depending on the weather, umbrella, rain jacket, good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, bathing suit, casual elegant attire for evenings at the resort, camera, chargers
Local Currency:
The currency in Italy is the Euro
USD are not widely accepted. It’s best to exchange some money or use credit cards (which are commonly accepted). ATMs are also widely available for cash withdrawals.
Electricity
Voltage: 220V, frequency: 50Hz
Plug Type: Type C, F, and L (two or three round prongs)
Adaptors: Guests traveling from the US will need an international travel adaptor for their devices
Documents and Visa Requirements:
A passport that is valid for at least six months after travel
ETIAS Authorization:
Non-EU visitors from visa-exempt countries (including U.S. and Canada) will need an ETIAS travel authorization.
Other Nationalities: Check with the Italian Embassy or Consulate in your country for specific requirements.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/ or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.
Accommodations:
Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà
Address: Via Cedrare, 78 – 37029 Corrubbio di San Pietro in Cariano ( Verona - Italy)
Phone: +390 456855555
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.
Please Note:
Cultural Etiquette:
•Dress modestly when visiting religious sites (e.g., churches).
•Tipping in restaurants is appreciated but not mandatory (typically around 5-10%).
Transportation:
•Be aware that many streets in historic areas have cobblestones; comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Connectivity:
•Free Wi-Fi is available in many hotels and public areas, but a portable Wi-Fi hotspots may be helpful for continuous internet access.
Program Includes for guests:
•4 nights at the Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà (subject to change) – Deluxe room
•Touring and entrance fee as per itinerary
•Transportation as per description
•Transfers
•Lunch and wine tasting on Day 3
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Any meals not listed in the itinerary
•Optional Activities offered by the hotel
•Gratuities for drivers and guides
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Price: $3,799 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
