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Venetian galleon panoramic lunch cruise in Venice

Set sail on a distinctive lunch cruise aboard a traditional Venetian Galleon, offering you the chance to explore Venice from its waterways. Setting off from St Mark's basin, this voyage provides a tranquil journey through the city's basin.

You'll savour a meticulously prepared buffet lunch on board, featuring an assortment of Venetian-inspired cicchetti, complemented by your choice of an aperitif drink. Options include a Venetian Spritz, sparkling wine, regular wine, beer or soft drinks, along with still and sparkling water.

As the Galleon sails across the lagoon, you'll take in extraordinary views of Venice's most iconic landmarks. You'll pass by the historic Arsenale area, proceed towards the island of San Giorgio and navigate along the elegant Giudecca Canal. The route also offers a glimpse of Punta della Dogana, where the Grand Canal converges with St Mark's basin.

The voyage concludes with unforgettable panoramas of St Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace.

Buffet menu:

  • Fried olives "all'ascolana" (filled with meat)
  • Assorted soft mini pizzas
  • Mini Caprese with fiordilatte mozzarella
  • Breadstick with raw ham
  • Bruschetta with pepper and Taggiasca olives cream
  • Codfish pâté (baccalà mantecato) on toast
  • Selection of traditional cheeses: Montasio PDO, Sardinian Pecorino, Grana Padano PDO 24 months
  • Vegetable lasagne
  • Typical Venetian biscuits "Buranelli"
  • Seasonal fresh fruit

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Venice
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Local touch
Meal included
Rainy day
Wheelchair accessible

Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll enjoy a freshly prepared buffet lunch inspired by Venetian cicchetti traditions
  • You can admire unique waterfront views of St Mark's Basin, Giudecca Canal and the Arsenale
  • You'll sail through Venice's most iconic lagoon scenery aboard a Venetian Galleon
  • There's an included aperitif to enjoy while cruising past Venice's historic landmarks

Important to know

Accessibility:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children aged 0–2 enter free of charge (valid ID required on board)
  • Restroom on board

Know in advance:

  • Boarding from 12:15, departure 12:30, disembarkation 14:00
  • Lunch confirmed with minimum 30 participants
  • Crew speaks Italian and English
  • Operates in adverse weather (covered structure with heating in winter and rain protection in summer)
  • Punctual boarding essential as cruise is itinerant; no boarding after departure time
  • Late arrival results in no refund
  • Itinerary may vary due to environmental, technical or other factors at captain's discretion
  • Cancellation by company due to technical issues, weather, sea conditions, harbour closure or force majeure: rebook or full refund offered
  • No refund if sailing cannot start or continue after boarding due to technical issues, weather, sea conditions, harbour closure or force majeure
  • All passengers covered by third-party civil liability insurance
  • Boarding/disembarking from Punta Sabbioni available on request
  • Notify dietary requirements and allergies at least 48 hours before departure
  • Lunch is standing buffet with limited seating in prow and stern areas (seats cannot be reserved)

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Buffet
  • Cruise
  • Water
  • Welcome drink

What’s not included

  • Drinks
  • Coffee or tea

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Museo Storico Navale di Venezia, Riva San Biasio, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet in front of Museo Storico Navale di Venezia, Riva San Biasio, Venice. The closest vaporetto stop is Arsenale.

Provider

Galeone Veneziano


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Phone number: +44 20 3830 1409