Has anyone self debarked in Venice?

[Great8]

Just wondering if anyone has done self debarkation in Venice in order to catch an early flight? The ship arrives in port at 1 p.m. on Oct 4th but the cruise actually finishes on Oct 5th at 5 a.m., does that mean that we can actually get off right away. Our flight is at 9:35 a.m. and although I think it shouldn't pose a problem, it would be nice not to have to worry about it.

 

One poster advised to book a princess transfer but another one advised self debarkation because the transfer wouldn't necessarily be leaving for the airport in time to get us there as early as we need.:confused:

[Shoalwater]

Just wondering if anyone has done self debarkation in Venice in order to catch an early flight? The ship arrives in port at 1 p.m. on Oct 4th but the cruise actually finishes on Oct 5th at 5 a.m., does that mean that we can actually get off right away. Our flight is at 9:35 a.m. and although I think it shouldn't pose a problem, it would be nice not to have to worry about it.

 

One poster advised to book a princess transfer but another one advised self debarkation because the transfer wouldn't necessarily be leaving for the airport in time to get us there as early as we need.:confused:

 

Since the ship is overnighting, should not be a problem to disembark early for a morning flight. Clear that with Princess before making final payment. Then, take a taxi from the ship to the airport, its not all that far (maybe 25-34 Euros) Should be able to arrange a taxi for whatever time you want, but I don't think the ship will do that. However, there is a transport station at the pier (mostly water taxis but when we were there they were helpful about other transport questions. They may be able to reserve a morning cab or tell you how to do it. Whatever you try, do it the day prior to the day you fly.

[love2bonboard]

Call Princess! There may be issues w/ port authorities that can delay you. I would self-disembark w/o question and keep all of your suitcases with you. Go up to the counter the day before and remind them that you have early departure, too. Good luck.

[catergirl]

you can get off, no problem, but unlike other ports, there are no taxis waiting there. you must make your own arrangements for a taxi to be waiting there at certain time, princess wont arrange that.

[caribill]

One poster advised to book a princess transfer but another one advised self debarkation because the transfer wouldn't necessarily be leaving for the airport in time to get us there as early as we need.:confused:

 

Princess xfers will get you to the airport on time. They may have you meet as early as 3 AM or 4 AM in order to be sure you (and the others on the bus) make the flights.