DAY 1: WELCOME TO FRIDAY IN VENICE • FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The adventure begins upon arrival to Marco Polo Airport in Venice with our included Airport Arrival Transfer as we whisk you across the Lagoon of Venice to our hotel on San Marco.

Your Now Journey experience begins upon arrival to Marco Polo Airport in Venice. Arrive at our hotels, check-in, freshen up and meet later today for our Welcome Experience tonight in Venice.

Gather & Celebrate!
Now Journey's Welcome & Celebrate reception dips into Venetian sophistication and vibrancy, making it a Welcome you won't soon forget. Your hosts, Tour Captains Sherry Moore, Pascal Locatelli and Mark Story are so excited to welcome you to Venice and host your time in this amazing city and at the time of Carnivale.

Option: Il Ballo del Doge —  Preparing for Carnivale for the evening of Saturday, March 1, 2025

For most it's a once in a lifetime experience: the splendor of Venice Carnivale. We've made your trip to Venice easy for you with these optional experiences and services to celebrate tomorrow evening, on Saturday, March 1st.

For those of you planning to attend Il Ballo del Doge on Saturday evening you may choose to have your Haute Couture Period Costume fitted today. The Ball admission, dinner and experience as well as your Period Costumes are optional for your consideration. We will be happy to book your ticket for the Ball. You are responsible for your Period Costume.

Costume Resources (you are not required to rent from these vendors):
Haute Couture Period Costumes: Click Here
Venice Carnival Costume Rental: Click Here

Accommodation in Venice, 3 Nights with breakfast

DAY 2: SATURDAY IN VENICE •  MARCH 1, 2025

Today is set aside for you to enjoy Venice and prepare for an absolute wonderful evening celebrating Carnival at Il Ballo del Doge! The admission, dinner, show and experiences are provided optionally below for your consideration. Once you've decided, contact us and we'll book the tickets.

You have 5 choices of tickets with the difference being the position of the section tables. Section A is the one in front of the stage. All sections below include the full experience of Il Ballo del Doge featuring:

• Awe inspiring overture show with welcome cocktail
• Gala dinner
• Great show of Il Ballo del Doge, an uninterrupted series of breathtaking performances, in a crescendo of emotions
• After party, with DJ sets and open bar and further artistic performances

DRESS CODE: Full period costume

PRICING: Guests are invited to book their Admission directly on the Ballo del Doge website: Click Here.
Supreme Section: $5000 euro per person —  SOLD OUT
Section A: €3500 euro per person —  SOLD OUT
Section B: €2500 euro per person ($2749 per person)
Section C: €2000 euro per person ($2200 per person)
Section D: €1500 euro per person —  SOLD OUT
After Dinner: €800 euro per person ($875 per person)

Read all about the Ball: Click Here

Guests and Tour Captains will walk over to the Ball together. Once at the Ball you may enjoy the festivities freely as described above. Guests will make their own way back to the hotel later that evening (or early morning!).

DAY 3: SUNDAY IN VENICE •  MARCH 2, 2025

Today enjoy at your leisure.

Special Evening of Fun
Gather with your Tour Captain Hosts for an elegant afternoon reception, filled with heartfelt memories and shared laughter, as we bid adieu to Venice on our final night together. Then, indulge in a sumptuous farewell dinner, celebrating the bonds we've formed and the unforgettable experiences we've shared during our time in this mesmerizing city. 🥂🍽️✨

DAY 4: DEPARTURE DAY: Arrivederci Italy! •  MARCH 3, 2025

Breakfast is included this morning should you have time before your departure. Departure transfers are included on this special Journey.

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