Venice Carnival - Program Details

Essence of Carnival - Program Details

Below we have outlined the activities relating to the event over three key dates for the Essence of Carnival - Feb 11, 12, 13. Your itinerary can vary according the number of days you choose to spend in Venice during Carnival.

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Day 1 - March 3rd:

Arrive and check in to your Venice hotel. Take an optional guided walking tour or spend time on your own to explore the city, full of artistic heritage, architecture and Carnival mystery. A special appointment time will be given for your personal costume fitting. During this initial Carnival experience you can find your own character transformed as you move into the Carnival experience! After your fitting appointment, we extend an invitation to join us at one of the city's special cafes (Cicheti bars) for a late afternoon/early evening welcome aperitif.

Day 2 - March 4th:

A full day to experience the Essence of Carnival - Your day begins with an early afternoon cocktail and buffet lunch reception which features a special Venetian menu, accompanied by musical entertainment. Afterwards, you will depart by Gondola, taking you in style to the center of Carnival - Piazza San Marco. Upon arrival to the famed piazza you will join in the excitement of the traditional Parade of Costumes. Once there you may find your costume provides an instant celebrity status - as the visiting tourist 'paparazzi' and professional photographers will be eager to take pictures of you - Be ready to provide them your best profile!

Day 3 - March 5th:

A morning to relax after the full day before. However, as the day progresses you may feel the need to stay in the Carnival mood. Certainly you will find other protagonists also participating in the magic of Carnival. Easily you can join them at one of the planned activities in San Marco, or as well at an evening Costume/Dinner Dance (optional).

Day 4 - March 6th:

After morning breakfast, check out and continue with your travels. If you looking for other experiences in Italy, please let us suggest options we offer in Verona - with the Romeo and Juliet festival; or if you need personal transfers to say Florence or Rome, we would be glad to provided such services.

What's Included Summary

• Essence of Carnival Single Day Mar 4th Includes:
•    Grand Canal Palazzo Gala Lunch Reception at Palazzetto Pisani
•    Gondola Tour/Parade in Costume
•    San Marco Costume Parade


• Essence Hotel/Ticket Package Mar 3 - 5 Includes:
•    3 nights hotel
•    Costume Rental - Private Fitting in Venice included
•    Activities of Single Day Mar 4th
•    On-site Support