Ave Maria

A red and white boat named Ave Maria is sailing on a blue body of water. In the background, there are trees and historic buildings under a clear sky. (AI Description)

17 cabins / 3 decks

The Ave Maria boat has been completely renovated and redesigned by an Italian architectural firm and is 100% an Italian design. The atmosphere of the redesign offers guests a warm and sophisticated experience on board. .

Take a virtual tour of the Ave Maria:

  • A red and white boat named Ave Maria is sailing on a blue body of water. In the background, there are trees and historic buildings under a clear sky.
  • The Ave Maria boat is docked at a wooden pier. The side of the boat is visible, and there are people boarding. A sign with "girolibero.it" is displayed on the upper deck.
  • Passengers are relaxing on the upper deck of the Ave Maria boat, enjoying views of a river with a historic church tower and bridge in the background. Tables and chairs are set up on the deck.
  • A table set for dining on a boat, with views of bicycles lined up along the shoreline. The water is calm, and the horizon is visible under a clear sky.
  • Outdoor dining area on a boat with a red carpet, overlooking a canal at sunset; tables and chairs are arranged under a canopy, and a few people are seated.
  • The boat Ave Maria seen from the rear, cruising through water with a cityscape in the background, including a bell tower and historic buildings.
  • Interior dining area of the Ave Maria with neatly set tables, featuring glasses and napkins, in a warmly lit room with modern wooden decor.
  • A display of assorted beverages in pitchers, garnished with fresh fruit, alongside an assortment of snacks, including watermelon and pastries.
  • A breakfast setup on the Ave Maria, featuring jars of granola, fruit juices, and milk, with a person serving themselves in the background.
  • Plates of beautifully presented food, each with a serving of grilled fish on a bed of greens, drizzled with a yellow sauce, arranged neatly on a counter.
  • A person carrying a tray of bowls filled with seafood and bread slices, smiling, and standing on a boat's deck.
  • A row of bicycles neatly arranged and secured on a boat, ready for use, with a view of the water in the background.
  • A line of orange bicycles parked alongside a docked boat named "Ave Maria."
  • A boat named "Ave Maria" traveling along a calm, tree-lined river.
  • A narrow hallway with numbered doors on a boat, featuring a visible door labeled "15."
  • A cozy cabin room on a boat with a double bed, two round porthole windows, and wooden accents.
  • A boat cabin with a single bed, wooden furnishings, rectangular windows, and clothes hanging on a rod.
  • A compact boat cabin with a single bed, wooden shelves, and a window, providing storage and a functional layout.
  • A boat cabin with bunk beds, wooden shelving, and a window, featuring efficient use of space and warm lighting.
  • Interior of a cabin on the Ave Maria, featuring wooden bunk beds, a small wooden chair, a window, and neatly hung clothes.
  • A compact bathroom on the Ave Maria with a shower, modern sink, and built-in wooden shelves stocked with toiletries.
  • Dining area aboard the Ave Maria with set tables, a large TV screen, coffee machine, and cups neatly arranged.

Facts

  • Year of construction: 1970
  • Renovation: 2011
  • Flag: Italian
  • Length: 41m / 135ft
  • Width: 7.5m / 25 ft
  • Passengers: 40
  • Crew: 4-5
  • Number of cabins: 17
  • WiFi: Free WiFi in common Areas
  • Languages on board: English
  • Payments accepted on board:
  • Currency on board: Euros

Boat overview

  • Air conditioned restaurant and lounge
  • Lounge with television and internet desk
  • 2 Sun decks
  • Partly seated sunroof with storage space for bikes
  • Complimentary courtesy kit and Free hot drinks machine

Cabin features

  • All cabins include shower/WC, individually regulated air-conditioning, safe and hair dryer available upon request. The beds are at ground level and can be moved.
  • As there is limited under bed storage for suitcases, only 1 suitcase allowed per person.
  • Upper deck
    • 4 superior twin cabins (approx. 11m² / 138 ft²), two are 3/4-bed cabins- can be triples or quads)
  • Lower deck
    • 3 outside cabins with bunk bed cabins (approx 7.5m² / 94 ft², can be available as single cabins or double occupancy)
    • 10 Standard deluxe cabins (approx 11m²/ 138ft²; Three of these cabins are 3 bed cabins-triples)

Ave Maria’s layout

Bike tours sailing on Ave Maria

Venice to Mantova by Bike and Boat (and reverse)

COUNTRY: Italy

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7 night guided or self guided bike and boat tour in Italy aboard Ave Maria or Vita Pugna
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★★★★★★4.8/5 (17)
7 nights

Rates from EUR € 1200

Guided:
Same dates available for guided and self-guided tours.

Self-guided:
Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Jun 7, 14, 21, 28; Jul 5, 12, 19, 26; Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Sep 6, 13, 20, 27; Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025.

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