Extra Conference Excursion

Lagoon Experience

Discover the islands of the northern lagoon from the water. Enjoy an onboard aperitif, a menu prepared by the ship’s chef and views of Venice as the cruise returns.

Date 5 November 2026
WISE 2026 social event

Time 15:00 – approx. 20:00
5 hours in total

Boarding San Servolo
Venice, Italy

Availability 80 places
For the conference excursion

Please note: the lagoon cruise is not included in conference participation fees.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, 21 October 2026

Cruise programme

5 November 2026 · All times are local to Venice.

15:00

Boarding at San Servolo

Welcome aboard Il Galeone.

On board

Aperitif

Buffet on the upper bow deck during the cruise.

Cruise

The northern lagoon

Past Murano, Torcello, Burano and the islands of the northern lagoon.

Dinner

Dining on the water

A seated meal or buffet during the cruise.

Island stop

Burano

Free time among the colourful houses, or a stop at another island of choice.

Return cruise

Reboarding

The event continues on board as the boat cruises along Venice.

≈ 20:00

Return

End of the approximately five-hour experience.

Onboard menus

Two possible menu options, based on the number of participants, with wines included.

Menu 1 · Buffet Menu 2 · Venetian seated

Buffet · Menu 1

Wines included

Aperitif Venetian Spritz and Prosecco DOC extra dry
Crisps and savoury snacks

Buffet Ascoli-style stuffed olives
Assorted soft mini pizzas
Raw vegetables with an olive oil dip
Golden-fried crab claws
Octopus salad with celery and cherry tomatoes
18-month Parma ham and Bresaola della Valtellina IGP
Mild Venetian sopressa salami and gourmet porchetta
Traditional cheeses: Montasio DOP, Sardinian pecorino and 24-month Grana Padano DOP

First course Lasagne with young beef ragù, or julienned vegetables on request

Main course Chicken and veal meatballs

Dessert Traditional “Buranelli” biscuits
Fresh fruit platter

Wines & drinks Podere dei Nidran: Cabernet Sauvignon IGT, Chardonnay IGT and Prosecco DOC extra dry
Water, cola, tonic water and beer

Venetian seated · Menu 2

Seated dining · Podere dei Nidran wines included

Aperitif Venetian Spritz and Prosecco DOC extra dry
Crisps, savoury snacks and savoury pastries
Mini puff-pastry pizzas

Starters Venetian-style baby octopus
Adriatic sardines in saor, a sweet-and-sour marinade
Octopus salad with celery and cherry tomatoes

First course Delicate seafood risotto

Main courses Baby cuttlefish pieces in a vegetable sauce
Salt-baked sea bream fillet with rosemary-roasted potatoes and vegetable ratatouille

Dessert Traditional “Buranelli” biscuits
Fresh fruit platter
Illy coffee

Wines Podere dei Nidran: Prosecco DOC extra dry, Chardonnay IGT and Cabernet Sauvignon IGT

Practical information

Planning your evening

Date 5 November 2026
Boarding 15:00 at San Servolo
Return Approximately 20:00
Duration Approximately 5 hours
Places 80 places available
Participation Not included in conference participation fees
Registration Deadline Wednesday, 21 October 2026

The boat & spaces

Il Galeone

An exclusive setting for dining among the islands of the Venetian Lagoon. The onboard chef prepares the seated or buffet menu with seasonal ingredients. The scenic cruise passes islands including Murano, Burano, Torcello, Sant’Erasmo, San Francesco del Deserto and San Giorgio, with views of St Mark’s Square.

Seated dining layout

The panoramic central deck has tables with padded benches. Its roof is removable in summer, with an enclosed, windowed setting in autumn and winter.

Central deck 44 seats
Bow room 20 seats
Stern room 16 seats
Total seated capacity 80 guests

Buffet layout

A large central buffet on deck with side benches. Bow and stern terraces are available when the weather permits.

Extra Conference Excursion

Venice & Lagoon Cruise