January 30 - February 4, 2009
The most famous Carnival in the world is held in Venice where 18th century merrymakers flaunt their elaborate costumes at a series of balls, pageants, musical events and frivolities, culminating with a Gondola Serenade by night.
The Grand Canal will be illuminated by torchlight and the streets of Venice will be opened to jugglers, acrobats, mime artists, fire eaters, musicians and much more. Come join us and soak up this amazing atmosphere!
Itinerary
Jan 29th. (Tuesday)
Travel as per your arrangements to Italy
Day 1 Jan 30th. (Wednesday)
AM - arrive in Venice and transfer to your hotel
4pm Parade of Masks in St. Mark’s Sqaure
- Dinner in typical trattoria
Day 2 Jan 31st. (Thursday)
Tour of Venice
Stop at Market for lunch
Afternoon free
5pm - Masks on Parade - St. Mark’s Square
- Venetian Pub Crawl
Day 3 Feb. 1st. (Friday)
Optional cooking class with lunch
Mask making demonstration
Afternoon Free
Masked Ball in St. Mark’s Square
Day 4 Feb 2nd. (Saturday)
- Walking Tour of Venice stopping in typical “pasticcerie” pastry shops
- Afternoon free to join the revelry in St. Mark’s Square
Fun Pizza Party
Day 5 Feb. 3rd. (Sunday)
Guided Tour to Murano/Burano
Glassblowing Demonstration
4pm - Masks on Parade - St. Mark’s
- Gondola Ride in costume
Day 6 Feb. 4th. (Wednesday)
- Transfer to Venice airport for your flight home or extend your stay in Venice