Venice & the Jewels of Veneto
8 Day Uniworld River Cruise
Uncover the enchanted beauty and breathtaking history of Venice and Northern Italy.
This ultimate Venetian vacation is perfected by one unique quality: your stay onboard our floating boutique hotel. Not only will you benefit from an enviable location in Venice, you’ll also find that your hotel transports you to hidden gem towns nearby. Explore the waterfront shops, colorful facades and peaceful canals unique to Burano, Mazzorbo and Torcello. Farther south, discover Chioggia—a charming southern port loved by fishermen. And savor the spectacular wine and cuisines of this region every step of the way.
A luxury week cruising around Venice
Book early for the 2026 departures from NZ$4,159 per person twin share
S.S.Venezia
Enhanced Luxury Experience
- 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
River view Staterooms
Free WiFi
Lavishly appointed riverview 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 Wi-Fi
The River Countess underwent a complete design renovation in 2020, debuting as the S.S. La Venezia to bring guests an enhanced luxury experience inspired by Northern Italy. The redesign of the ship drew influence from the fine Fortuny fabrics displayed prominently onboard. Murano glass, gilded accents, and artistic etched elements pay homage to popular Venetian aesthetics of the early 20th century, creating an onboard atmosphere that is at once elegant and nostalgic.
While relaxing on your river cruise, you will visit Venice – the Doge’s Palace and the St Marks’ Bacilica and take a gondola ride.while cruising the delta onboard S.S La Venezia there will be stops in Burano, Mazzolbo, Padua and Chioggia, With the options for walking tours, bike rides and be exposed to the treasures of Venice.
Lugano & Lake Como
Pre-Cruise Extenstion
Discover the region where Switzerland’s Italian-speaking Ticino region blends seamlessly into Italy with your visit to Lugano and Como, a pair of picture-perfect lake towns nestled into the Alps.
Included in your 3-day stay:
- 2 nights at the Hotel Splendide Royal (or similar)
- Breakfast daily
- All service charges, taxes, and porterage
- Lugano Walking Tour with Verzasca Valley and Ascona visit
- Lake Como & Bellagio
- English-speaking expert
- Transfers throughout the extension are included From $4,069 per person (for 2 guests).
For solo guests, there is a single supplement from $850.
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