Cruise & Rail: Venice, Istanbul & the Balkans
16 nights
S.S. La Venezia
3 May '26Cruise overview
Embark on a private train journey to Istanbul, during which you’ll sleep on the luxury Golden Eagle Danube Express with ever-changing views at your window—the perfect addition to a river cruise. Along the way, visit Alpine lake towns, historic cities across Eastern Europe, and more.
For the cruise portion of your journey, board the S.S. La Venezia in romantic Venice and treat yourself to a private evening lighting ceremony at St. Mark’s Basilica. Depart the enchanting “City of Water” to 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, artists, and anyone looking for unique gifts or souvenirs.
Itinerary
Venice
Arrive at Venice Marco Polo International Airport, where you will be transferred to the ship. Unpack, relax and enjoy your first evening on the Venetian Lagoon.
Venice is a city unlike any other. No matter how often you’ve seen it in photos and films, the real thing is more dreamlike than you could imagine. With canals where streets should be, water shimmers everywhere. The fabulous palaces and churches reflect centuries of history in what was a wealthy trading center between Europe and the Orient. Getting lost in the narrow alleyways is a quintessential part of exploring Venice, but at some point you’ll almost surely end up in Piazza San Marco, where tourists and locals congregate for a coffee or an aperitif.
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Venice
Venice
Chioggia
Chioggia
Venice
Venice
Venice
Ljubljana
Sarajevo
Belgrade
Podgorica
Skopje
Sofia
Istanbul
Istanbul
Istanbul
Grand Suite
Lavishly appointed riverview grand suite (302 sq ft – 28 sq m) with a French balcony and a spacious living room
Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center
Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmers, comfortable bathrobes and slippers, separate bathtub, heated mirror, and backlit magnifying mirror
Additional amenities and service include: in-suite butler service; packing and unpacking assistance; in-room breakfast; daily fruit and cookie plate, and an elegant evening snack; Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas; fully stocked mini bar; bottle of wine upon arrival; shoe shine and free laundry service
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Butler Service
- TV
- Coffee Machine
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Suite Benefits
- Free Mini Bar
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Air Conditioning
Ship features
S.S. La Venezia captures Italy’s elegant spirit, delivering boutique luxury in one of Europe’s most enchanting destinations.
- Boutique Super Ship sailing the Venetian Lagoon and Po River
- Lavish interiors inspired by 1930s Venice
- Suites and staterooms with fine Italian design details
- Two restaurants and al fresco terrace
- Lounge, library and bar with Murano-glass accents
- Fitness centre and Serenity Spa
- Guided tours of Venice, Chioggia and Burano
- All-inclusive dining, premium drinks and gratuities
