Italian Golf Barge Cruise Itinerary

La Bella Vita’s Italian golf barge cruises include four pre-booked and paid tee times and transfers to and from the golf clubs.

Hire of clubs, caddy or buggy not included. Only those golfing pay the supplement. A minimum of 4 passengers on a golf charter are required to play golf.

Sunday, Day 1 – Mantua

Guests are met at the Best Western Hotel Bologna in Mestre and transferred by private chauffeured minibus to La Bella Vita. A Prosecco welcome gives you the opportunity to meet your Captain and crew. Stroll the historic city center and visit the 14th-century Ducal Palace before a short cruise around the lakes. Dinner on board.

Monday, Day 2 – Mantua to Zelo

This morning you will be treated with a wonderful guided tour of Mantua. It’s a picturesque, medieval town famous as the home of both the painter Andrea Mantegna and the poet Virgil. Mantua also served as a center of power of the Gonzaga family.

After lunch we accompany you to Verona Golf Club for your first game. Dinner on board and overnight in Zelo. (18 holes, Par 72, 6054 metres)

Tuesday, Day 3 – Zelo to Bosaro

Today, we take a gentle cruise from Zelo to Bosaro. Enjoy a refreshing breakfast of coffee and fresh pastries on deck as we cruise past the beautiful Italian countryside.

After lunch and we have a guided visit to the Renaissance city of Ferrara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its beauty and cultural importance. Ferrara’s imposing 14th century Estense Castle with its moat, drawbridges and marble balconies, originally belonging to the noble Este family. We’ll visit the Schifanoia Palace with its 15th-century frescoes and the Cathedral’s illustrated sculpted façade. Plenty of time for shopping and a stroll around this delightful town. Return to the barge for dinner aboard.

Wednesday, Day 4 – Bosaro to Taglio di Po

This morning, we have an early breakfast we transfer to Frassanelle Golf Club to play a round of golf and have lunch at the excellent club house restaurant.

After lunch, we will drive to Adria for a visit to the ancient Greek and Etruscan archaeological museum. After returning to La Bella Vita, we cruise to Taglio di Po. Dinner on board. (18 Holes, Par 72, 5906 metres)

Thursday, Day 5 – Taglio di Po to Chioggia to Venice

This morning we enjoy a wonderful cruise from Taglio di Po to Albarella Island, in the Po delta, with lunch on board.

In the afternoon, you will have the chance to play at the Golf Club Albarella. Return to the barge at Chiggia, a city famous for Goldoni’s plays. Then, we cruise across the Venetian Lagoon to Alberoni. Dinner on board. (18 Holes, Par 72, 6130 metres)

Friday, Day 6 – Venice

After breakfast, we enjoy our final round at Circolo Golf Venezia. Return to the barge for lunch on board.

After lunch, embark on a delightful cruise into Venice, a breathtaking city uniquely built on the water Guided tour and visit to the Palazzo Ducale – which reveals the history of the Republic “La Serenissima” – the Doge’s Palace, and St Mark’s Square. Time for shopping, exploring or simply sipping coffee while watching the world go by. Return to the barge for the Captain’s Farewell Dinner. (18 Holes, Par 72, 6039 metres)

Saturday, Day 7 – Venice

After breakfast, guests are transferred by private chauffeured minibus to the Best Western Hotel Bologna in Mestre.

Note:

• This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. The itinerary is in the reverse direction on alternate weeks.
• Golf cruises include four pre-booked and paid tee times and transfers to and from the golf clubs. Hire of clubs, caddy or buggy not included. Only those golfing pay the supplement. A minimum of 4 passengers on a golf charter are required to play golf.

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