Travel conditions
Despite the fact that the Republic of Croatia (as of January 1, 2023) is part of the Schengen Area, tourists (on the boat trip to Venice) are passing through the police and customs control at the state border: Passport / EU ID required! The following information is required for the booking: name and family name, date of birth, nationality, gender, the number of your travel document (passport or ID).
The tourism fee for entry into Venice (entrance ticket) is not included in the price. Starting from the year 2024, the city of Venice has introduced an entry fee for access into Venice, priced at €5.00 per person. The fee is mandatory for all individuals aged 13.99 years and above. One-way travelers who do not enter the old town are not required to purchase an entrance ticket. The dates on which this fee is payable are: from April 25th to May 3rd, all Saturdays and Sundays in May, as well as all Saturdays and Sundays from June 8th to July 14th. Follow this link for the schedule of dates on which you need to pay the fee. Follow this link for online purchase of the entrance ticket. For all other dates, you do not need to pay the tourism fee.
We grant a 20% discount for departures from Rovinj until May 20 and for departures from Poreč until May 14, 2024.
Types of travel between Venice and Istria
A day trip is possible only from Croatia, and one-way trips can go in both directions. In Venice loading port is Terminal San Basilio, and on the Croatian side port (customs piers) Umag, Poreč, Rovinj and Pula. Prices depend on the date and route. For the year 2024, one-way trips cost between 74 and 89 euros, while day trips (return trips) range from 80 to 95 euros. We can also help you find bus or taxi in Croatia upon arrival by boat. For prices and schedule please send us your inquiry. More info about excursions, departure times and location, bus shuttles and pick up points, you can get by clicking on city you like to start from, in our navigation bar above or directly from us.
Walking through Venice
For guests who go on a day trip from Istria, the stay in Venice lasts from 5 to 6 hours, and the one-way trip from 2:45 (Umag) to 3:45 (Pula). A guide is provided on board. Professional guidance is usual, in Croatian, German and English. Optional languages are: Polish, Dutch, French and Russian.
We recommend a walk that starts from the landing port of San Basilio, continues across the Ponte dell'Accademia bridge (where the Grand Canal is crossed) to St. Mark's Square (San Marco Piazza). Optionally, instead of walking, it is possible to order a water taxi ride, and later a gondola ride, lunch, and a taxi-boat through the Grand Canal. Already during arrival, on board, passengers will be given an overview of basic information about the city, excursions, meeting times, main attractions, etc.
Venice
The historic center of the city is made on 118 islands and isles. It is located in the lagoon, between the Po and the Piave rivers, on the north of the Adriatic Sea. The islands of Lido and Pellestrina divide the lagoon from the sea, leaving a narrow maritime passage. Material brought by rivers is sand, and therefore many buildings are constructed on the basis of oak trees, that were inserted in the sand and mud. It is a unique method of construction. Natural channels between the islands are further deepened to ensure the navigability. The islands are connected to one another by bridges. This is a city in the water.
Venice is on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites since 1987 and have very often had an inspiring effect on artists, and is one of the most visited cities by tourists.
The name originates from the ancient Veneti, who populated the region by the 10th century B.C. The city was historically the capital of the Venetian Republic. Writers and journalists described it as "undoubtedly the most beautiful city built by man" or "one of Europe's most romantic cities".
Venice was an advanced civilization, what shows the best historical fact, that is already in year 960**, the Doge of Venice Pietro IV Candiana on the National Assembly approved a law prohibiting the slave trade.
Architectural style is rich and diverse. There are, between many others, famous attractions like St Mark's Basilica and the Piazza San Marco, the Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge. Also, there are famous museums and galleries, like Cà Pesaro Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of Oriental Art, Peggy Guggenheim Museum-Venice, and many others.
In fashion and shopping, Venice is also important center in Italy. There are Louis Vuitton, Prada, D&G, Zegna, Armani, etc. flagship stores, and also many others. And along less luxurious shopping streets, you will also find many chic textile bargains. For tourists, the most favorite are products of Murano glass and carnival masks.
City is located next the Marco Polo International Airport, and near is also Treviso Airport in Treviso, 30 km from Venice, and is serviced by regional and national trains.
**Source: Wikipedia.
Travel organizers
The organizers of the trip are: "Kompas d.o.o.", M. Vlašića 20, 52440 Poreč, and "Venezialines d.o.o.", Zagrebačka 7, 52440 Poreč. Prices and travel conditions are determined by them.
