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16 NIGHTS | UNIWORLD BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISES | S.S. LA VENEZIA

16-Night Cruise & Rail: Venice, Istanbul & The Balkans (2027) Cruise

Aboard S.S. La Venezia (Uniworld Boutique River Cruises) | Departing Venice to Istanbul | 1 Available Departures from $31,399

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16 NightsDuration
Uniworld Boutique River CruisesCruise LineS.S. La VeneziaCruise ShipVeniceEmbarkation PortWestern EuropeRegion$31,399Starting Fare
PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEVenice, Ciampino, SJV, Belgrade, Sofia, Istanbul
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May 02, 2027
Voyage #82174
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PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Venice (VCE)

Arrive at Venice Marco Polo International Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship. Unpack, relax and enjoy your first evening on the Venetian Lagoon.

Day 2

Venice (VCE)

With your early morning arrival at Doge’s Palace, you’ll be able to marvel at the estate in total peace. Wander through a Venetian neighborhood and experience daily life in an authentic Venetian residential quarter. Later in the evening, cap the day off with a private once-in-a-lifetime experience a

Day 3

Venice (Padua), Mazzorbo (Burano) (VCE)

Start your morning in one of two of the Veneto region’s UNESCO World Heritage cities, Vicenza or Padua. In the afternoon, you'll reboard the ship for scenic sailing across the lagoon as we head towards Mazzorbo and Burano. In the evening, you may wish to take your free time to stroll into town to ap

Day 4

Mazzorbo, Burano, Chioggia (CIA)

Spend the day exploring the northern lagoon of Venice and its captivating islands. Start with a visit to Torcello's famous basilica with an art historian, then stroll through the agricultural island of Mazzorbo and the rainbow-hued island of Burano during your free time after lunch. Alternatively, y

Day 5

Chioggia (CIA)

Today, you’ll admire the greatest sites of charming and coastal Chioggia, including a stop at the local and lively market.

Day 6

Chioggia, Venice (VCE)

This morning, join a sailing excursion where you’ll explore the Po Delta where the Po River and the Adriatic Sea meet. Later, during lunch, we sail back to Venice.

Day 7

Venice (VCE)

As your water taxi glides past narrow side canals and the Canal Grande, you’ll arrive in style at the Rialto Bridge. The iconic stone arch bridge sits at the narrowest point of the Canal Grande and holds numerous shops and restaurants.

Day 8

Venice , Transfer to Train , Trieste, Postojna (VCE)

Disembark the ship and join the Golden Eagle Danube Express at Venice Santa Lucia Station. As you settle into your cabins, the train will thread its way out of the station and onto the causeway across the lagoon that links Venice to the mainland. Your first stop is the ancient port of Trieste for a

Day 9

Pula, Rijeka

Begin the morning with a guided tour of Pula, exploring its historic center and the impressive Roman Arena, where a spectacular gladiator performance brings the city’s ancient past vividly to life. Continue inland to the Kumparička Estate for a visit and leisurely lunch, enjoying a tasting of authen

Day 10

Sarajevo (SJV)

Early in the morning, you’ll arrive in the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo, which has an intriguing blend of Eastern and Western culture. It has mosques and minarets, an ancient bazaar, and an atmospheric old Turkish quarter. Discover the city’s poignant history through a truly absorbing tour detailing

Day 11

Mostar

We continue to the historic city of Mostar, a true crossroads of cultures and faiths. Once one of the most important cities of the Ottoman Empire, Mostar is renowned for its striking stone arch bridge, gracefully spanning the Neretva River and symbolically linking the Christian and Muslim quarters o

Day 12

Belgrade (BEG)

Nestled at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, Belgrade, capital of Serbia, is one of oldest and most fascinating cities in Europe. As a mark of its turbulent past it, the modern landscape of Belgrade is one of sharp contrasts: from Communist-era buildings to Orthodox churches, and from ol

Day 13

Belgrade (BEG)

Today we explore Tito’s Belgrade, gaining insight into the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in Yugoslav history. Visit Tito’s museum complex, including his former residence and the museum itself, where you will be welcomed with the traditional Serbian offering of bread and salt

Day 14

Sofia, Plovdiv (SOF)

After breakfast, your train arrives in Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital at the foot of Mt Vitosha. On your morning tour, you will visit sections of the Roman wall and admire the ancient church of St George, the golden-domed Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and the Turkish Bashi Mosque. Enjoy lunch on the train

Day 15

Istanbul (IST)

We arrive in Istanbul—the legendary city that straddles two continents—where your luggage is transferred directly to the Four Seasons Hotel, perfectly positioned to maximize your enjoyment of the city’s vibrant energy and historic grandeur. As the final stop on our journey, Istanbul provides a capti

Day 16

Istanbul (IST)

This morning tailor your final explorations of Istanbul with one of two excursions. You may choose to visit the opulent Topkapi Palace, former residence of the Ottoman sultans, exploring its magnificent courtyards, harem, and treasury, each revealing centuries of imperial history. Alternatively, enj

Day 17

Istanbul (IST)

If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to Istanbul Airport for your departure.

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What is included in the 16-Night Cruise & Rail: Venice, Istanbul & The Balkans (2027) cruise aboard S.S. La Venezia?

This 16-night Uniworld Boutique River Cruises voyage aboard S.S. La Venezia embarks in Venice and concludes in Istanbul, visiting Venice, Ciampino, SJV, Belgrade, Sofia, Istanbul. Fares start at $31,399 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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