Personalize your trip by adding an optional excursion or activity to your itinerary. These options are not included in the land package price to give you freedom to make your own plans (download our suggested freetime activities.) Contact your tour director overseas to book an organized event if you prefer for us to make the arrangements. We have special negotiated prices with the suppliers. Enjoy your adventure!   Gondola Ride (Day 15) click on images to enlarge   BACK to VENICE There is no other watercraft in the world associated as closely with a city as the Gondola with Venice. Main transportation once upon a time, the Gondola – a wooden boat of a characteristic and unique slender shape - still has its place in the Venetian cityscape and a visit to Venice must include a ride on Grand Canal and through the mesmerizing back alleys in a Gondola. During a 45 minute ride, you will be rowed across the Grand Canal, and through the maze of narrow and romantic Venice water ways. Cost:  EUR 33.00 per person Payable: cash or travelers checks to AESU tour director Departure: 6:30pm* Return: 7:30pm* Dress: comfortable street clothes, bring a jacket as the temperatures may drop after sunset! *Please check with your tour director for detailed schedules The price of EUR 33.00 per person includes a private 45 minute excursion in an original and characteristic Gondola (4-6 people per boat), propelled by the Gondoliere, through the heart of Venice and a glass of Italian Prosecco per person. Prices are subject to change.