La Bella Vita hotel barge
Cruising between Venice and Mantua in the Venetian lagoon and on the Bianco Canal
Accommodating up to 20 passengers
La Bella Vita is rated 4 out of 5
- Tour of historic Venice, The Naval Museum and the Pavillon of Gondolas
- Cruise on the Canal of the Orphans past picturesque lagoon islands
- Tour of Chioggia with its Roman, Etuscan and Byzantine history
- Visit to Chioggia's colourful fish market
- Dinner ashore at the 17th century stately home Villa Ca'Zen
- Private visit to the wine cellars of Villa Widmann-Borletti
- Tour of the Schifanoia Palace in Ferrara
- Visit Mantua's Ducal Palace and gardens, or the Doge's Palace in Venice
Cruise file for La Bella Vita
From 3890 USD per person
Charters from 61,700 USD
Specifications
Crew members : 10
Boat size
Length 114′10″ ft (35.00 metres)
Width 114′10″ ft (35.00 metres)
Number of bicycles : 10
Accommodation
Up to 20 guests
Junior suites : 2
Double cabins : 8
Also...
Central heating
Air-conditioning
Wifi
Piano /PC with internet access
Air-conditioned coach
La Bella Vita photos and videos
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About the barge "La Bella Vita"
La Bella Vita is a stylish twenty-passenger vessel completely refitted in 2010 to high standards to offer comfortable, fully air-conditioned accommodation.
She has two upper-deck suites and eight lower-deck staterooms, all offering enquite facilities, and a bright, spacious dining room and bar area where delicious Italian specialities will be served.
Louvred doors open to the side decks to give a perfect viewing platform, whilst above is a huge sundeck with comfortable loungers from which to enjoy the wonders of the region.
For those wishing to be slightly more active, 10 touring bikes are available.
La Bella Vita is the perfect vessel from which to immerse yourself in Italian Renaissance culture as you cruise the Venetian lagoon and the calm waters of the Po Valley en route to the elegant city of Mantua.
Plan of La Bella Vita
La Bella Vita cruise routes & itineraries
Cruise along the Venetian lagoon and the Po Valley
Venice
Sunday
Guests are met at a designated hotel in Venice on Sunday afternoon and transferred by air-conditioned coach to La Bella Vita for a Prosecco welcome.
A late afternoon cruise takes us along the Giudeccan Canal past some of Venice's most famous monuments: the Chiesa des Rednetorre, the impressive Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute and the Punta della Dogana.
Dinner aboard, followed perhaps by an evening stroll to St Mark's Square.
Sunday
Guests are met at a designated hotel in Venice on Sunday afternoon and transferred by air-conditioned coach to La Bella Vita for a Prosecco welcome.
A late afternoon cruise takes us along the Giudeccan Canal past some of Venice's most famous monuments: the Chiesa des Rednetorre, the impressive Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute and the Punta della Dogana.
Dinner aboard, followed perhaps by an evening stroll to St Mark's Square.
Venice - Pellestrina/San Pietro in Volta
Monday
Guided tour to the center of Venice.
We visit the gardens of the Biennale Exhibition of Modern Arts, Pilladios Church of San Pietro in Castello, the Naval museum with a model of the Bucintoro (Doge's Boat) and the Pavillon of Gondolas housing Peggy Guggenhiem's own vessel.
Late afternoon cruise to Pellestrina separating the Venetian Lagoon from the Adriatic Sea, along the Canal of Orphans passing lagoon islands with their brightly coloured houses, painted fishing boats and tiny churches.
We moor in San Pietro in Volta for a Venetian aperitif in a typical local 'bacaro'.
Dinner aboard.
Monday
Guided tour to the center of Venice.
We visit the gardens of the Biennale Exhibition of Modern Arts, Pilladios Church of San Pietro in Castello, the Naval museum with a model of the Bucintoro (Doge's Boat) and the Pavillon of Gondolas housing Peggy Guggenhiem's own vessel.
Late afternoon cruise to Pellestrina separating the Venetian Lagoon from the Adriatic Sea, along the Canal of Orphans passing lagoon islands with their brightly coloured houses, painted fishing boats and tiny churches.
We moor in San Pietro in Volta for a Venetian aperitif in a typical local 'bacaro'.
Dinner aboard.
Pellestrina - Chioggia - Adria
Tuesday
After a stroll or cycle along the 18th century Istrian Sea wall, we cruise past wild dunes and pine woods teeming with wildlife.
Entering Chioggia, city of Goldoni's plaus, we visit the Piazzetta Vigo, Vigo Bridge and 12th century Vigo Column.
At the Chiesa di San Domenico, we see Carpaccio's St Paul, his last recorded painting and works by Tintoretto and Bassano.
Then Chioggia's cathedral beckons with works, among others, Tiepolo.
We visit the colourful fish market and make a short Adriatic cruise before enjoying the nature reserve, Po River delta and Bianco canal to Adria.
Dinner aboard.
Tuesday
After a stroll or cycle along the 18th century Istrian Sea wall, we cruise past wild dunes and pine woods teeming with wildlife.
Entering Chioggia, city of Goldoni's plaus, we visit the Piazzetta Vigo, Vigo Bridge and 12th century Vigo Column.
At the Chiesa di San Domenico, we see Carpaccio's St Paul, his last recorded painting and works by Tintoretto and Bassano.
Then Chioggia's cathedral beckons with works, among others, Tiepolo.
We visit the colourful fish market and make a short Adriatic cruise before enjoying the nature reserve, Po River delta and Bianco canal to Adria.
Dinner aboard.
Adria - Bussari
Wednesday
Our day opens with a short walk to Adria's original lagoon pumping Museum and morning aperitif.
Afternoon cruise to Bussari and visit to the gardens and wine cellars of the 17th century Villa Widmann- Borletti.
Dinner aboard.
Wednesday
Our day opens with a short walk to Adria's original lagoon pumping Museum and morning aperitif.
Afternoon cruise to Bussari and visit to the gardens and wine cellars of the 17th century Villa Widmann- Borletti.
Dinner aboard.
Bussari - Canda/Trevenzuolo
Thursday
Morning cruise to Canda, with guided tour of Ferrara's 14th century Estence Castle and Renaissance surroundings.
This ancient ducal fortress with moat, drawbridges and unusual battlements, houses marble balconies and sumptuous appartments.
We see the Cathedral facade with it's sculptured images, described as an Illustrated Bible.
Ferarra has a rich cultural heritage, with renowned artists, writers, musicians and scientists all leaving their mark.
Lunch ashore and time to wander Ferraro's Renaissance inspired setting, before our cruise to Trevenzuolo, to the accompaniment of live piano music.
Dinner aboard.
Thursday
Morning cruise to Canda, with guided tour of Ferrara's 14th century Estence Castle and Renaissance surroundings.
This ancient ducal fortress with moat, drawbridges and unusual battlements, houses marble balconies and sumptuous appartments.
We see the Cathedral facade with it's sculptured images, described as an Illustrated Bible.
Ferarra has a rich cultural heritage, with renowned artists, writers, musicians and scientists all leaving their mark.
Lunch ashore and time to wander Ferraro's Renaissance inspired setting, before our cruise to Trevenzuolo, to the accompaniment of live piano music.
Dinner aboard.
Trevelenzuolo - Mantua
Friday
Our final cruise has a dramatic approach to Mantua, home of the poet Virgil, artists Mantegna and Donatello, and captivating lakeside setting.
Mantua displays extraordinary neo-classical and Baroque architecture, portrayed in the 14th century Ducal Palace housing some 15 gardens and courtyards, a museum, basilica and theatre.
The intricate frescoes, Galley of Mirrors and exquisite Rivers Room, and 12000 paintings and sculptures all create a Grand Finale to our Italian Renaissance adventure.
Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard.
Friday
Our final cruise has a dramatic approach to Mantua, home of the poet Virgil, artists Mantegna and Donatello, and captivating lakeside setting.
Mantua displays extraordinary neo-classical and Baroque architecture, portrayed in the 14th century Ducal Palace housing some 15 gardens and courtyards, a museum, basilica and theatre.
The intricate frescoes, Galley of Mirrors and exquisite Rivers Room, and 12000 paintings and sculptures all create a Grand Finale to our Italian Renaissance adventure.
Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard.
Mantua
Saturday
After breakfast, passengers disembark for transfers back to Venice.
Saturday
After breakfast, passengers disembark for transfers back to Venice.
Cruise rates
Venice dates and rates
| Accommodation | Regular | Value | |||
| Whole boat charter for 20 | 80500 | 72200 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 18 | 78000 | 70100 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 16 | 75500 | 68000 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 14 | 73000 | 65900 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 12 | 70500 | 63800 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 10 | 68000 | 61700 | |||
| Stateroom per person, based on two people sharing | 4290 | 3890 | |||
| Junior suite per person, based on two people sharing | 5150 | 4650 | |||
| Single supplement | 1700 | 1450 | |||
| 2019 | |||||
| Whole boat charter for 20 | 82900 | 74400 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 18 | 80300 | 72200 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 16 | 77700 | 70000 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 14 | 75100 | 67800 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 12 | 72500 | 65600 | |||
| Whole boat charter for 10 | 69900 | 63400 | |||
| Stateroom per person, based on double occupancy | 4450 | 3990 | |||
| Junior suite per person, based on double occupancy | 5290 | 4790 | |||
| Single supplement | 1750 | 1500 |
All prices shown in USD
Euro and sterling prices for non USA/Canadian residents available upon request
Euro and sterling prices for non USA/Canadian residents available upon request
Wine appreciation charter: 7750 USD supplement
Golf charter: 600 USD per player
Opera charter: August 10th cruise includes one night stay in a 4 star hotel, one extra dinner and premimum seats to watch Tosca in the Roman Amphitheater, the Arena di Verona: 1050 USD supplement per person
| Value | March 25 to April 15 July 22 to August 26 October 14 to October 28 |
| Regular | April 22 to July 15 September 2 to October 7 |
| Value | March 24 to April 14 July 21 to August 25 October 13 to October 20 |
| Regular | April 21 to July 14 September 1 to October 6 |
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