
Venice
City, Republic & Empire
Unpack your bags and explore the history, art and architecture of the city that once ruled the Mediterranean.
TOUR STATUS
Places Available | Maximum 16
TOUR DATES
March 11-25, 2026 | 15 Days
TOUR LEADER
Dr Eireann Marshall | View Bio
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The tour starts at 2.00pm on Wednesday 11 March, at Venice’s Marco Polo airport, followed by a private transfer by water taxi to our hotel.
The tour ends at 12.00pm on Wednesday 25 March, with a private transfer by water taxi to Venice’s Marco Polo airport.
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Grade Two. This tour is designed for people who lead active lives.
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14 nights’ accommodation in a centrally located 4-star hotel. Private water taxi transfer Venice Airport to Hotel and return. All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners. Best available tickets to 1 performance. Services of an expert tour leader and an experienced tour manager throughout. All ground transport, entrance fees and tipping.
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$12,220 AUD per person, twin share (land content only)
$2,690 AUD supplement for sole use of a hotel room
A $1,000 AUD non-refundable deposit is required per person to confirm your booking on tour
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OVERVIEW
Unpack your bags to explore the history, art and architecture of the city that once ruled the Mediterranean.
Discover Venice’s unique history, rich art collections and local traditions on this 15-day residential tour. In the company of historian and Veneto resident Dr Eireann Marshall. Most visitors stay only long enough to see the city’s main sites – sufficient to admire their beauty, but not to truly understand the complexity and innovation of a culture that dominated the Mediterranean for over 1,000 years.
Explore Venice as few tourists do, on daily walking and boat tours that survey its history, role as a hinge between East and West, and outstanding painting, architecture and music. On day trips to Ravenna, Padua and the Palladian villas of the Veneto, understand how the city’s influence extended to the terrafirma and shaped its modern aspect.
The experience is rounded out by free time for individual sightseeing and relaxation, with an unlimited pass to Venice’s transport system, and expert background lectures.
tour highlights
Explore Venice in a way that few tourists do.
Dr Eireann marshall
your expert tour leader
Eireann is an Honorary Research Associate and Associate Lecturer with the Open University. Raised in the Veneto, she was educated in Barnard College, Columbia University, in New York, as well as the Universities of Birmingham and Exeter in England, where she has lectured. With her vast lecturing and guiding experience, Eireann has in depth knowledge of Italy and its history and archaeology. Eireann has led many tours, including several to Ravenna, Venice, Pompeii, Sicily and Tunisia.
Accompanied by an Experienced Tour Manager
Alongside your expert tour leader, an experienced tour manager will accompany for the entirety of the tour. They oversee logistics, ensure your comfort and safety, and provide friendly support – whether offering tips for free time, sharing a chat over dinner, or giving you space to relax.
tour ITINERARY
Venice (14 nights)
Included meals are shown with the letters B, L and D
Hotels have been selected principally for their central location. All hotels are a comfortable four-star standard.
Tour Accommodation
Venice, Hotel Al Codega | 14 Nights
Academy Travel has been using the charming Hotel Al Codega for many years now. It enjoys a perfect position in the centre of the city – minutes from major attractions yet on a quiet enclosed square with no through foot traffic and no noise from the canals or tourists.
Near the hotel are countless cafes and restaurants. La Fenice opera theatre and the church of San Vidal, where there are good concerts of baroque music almost every evening, are within easy walking distance. Venice’s best shops are at your doorstep, but there are also supermarkets, delicatessens and chemists for more practical needs.
tour booking
$12,220 AUD per person, twin share (land content only)
$2,690 AUD supplement for sole use of a hotel room
A $1,000 deposit is required per person to confirm your booking on tour. This deposit is non-refundable.
Hold a Place
Still deciding? We are happy to hold a tentative place for 7 days while you make your final arrangements.
Book Online
To secure your place(s) on tour, book online below with “Athena”, our virtual tour consultant.
DOWNLOAD FORM
Download a printable booking form. You can also complete the form on screen and submit via email.
your tour consultant
The consultant for this tour is Sharon Williams. For further information or to discuss the tour, please call 9235 0023 (Sydney) or 1800 639 699 (outside Sydney) or email sharon@academytravel.com.au
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