Grandi Navi Veloci Routes, times and fares
The shipping company Grandi Navi Veloci (abbreviated GNV) was founded in Italy in 1992 and is currently based in Genoa. It is dedicated to the maritime transport of goods and passengers in the Mediterranean using large ro/pax vessels suitable for medium and long crossings. On MrFerry you will find all GNV departures: discover routes, timetables, accommodation, seasonal offers and book your ferry ticket now at the lowest price on the market. GNV's fleet comprises 25 ships and, in addition to passenger services, Grandi Navi Veloci is committed to the development of Motorways of the Sea routes. Ferry transport offers an economical alternative to traditional road transport, while providing an effective response to the environmental problem of road congestion. Browse our MrFerry ferry booking site and in a few moments you will find the ideal GNV ferry for your next trip. At a glance, depending on your chosen itinerary and dates, Mr Ferry offers you the best solution at the most competitive price.
Routes, ports and destinations
GNV operates numerous international routes between Spain, Italy, North Africa and Albania, as well as domestic routes to the Balearic Islands, Sardinia and Sicily.
GNV ferries to and from Albania with Italy
One of the most important routes operated by GNV is the Bari Durrës ferry. This link operates daily, with one or two crossings a day. This means you can reach the Albanian capital from southern Italy.
GNV ferries to and from Sicily and Sardinia with mainland Italy
GNV Ferries, based in Genoa, specialise in services to and from Italy. If your destination is Sardinia, you can choose to embark in Genoa or Civitavecchia for the ports of Olbia and Porto Torres. Sicily is linked to the peninsula by ferries to Palermo and Termini Imerese from the ports of Genoa, Naples and Civitavecchia.
GNV ferries to and from Morocco and Tunisia
To reach Morocco and its ports of Tangier Med or Nador, you can choose to embark at Sète. Other ferry links to Morocco are from Spain (ports of Barcelona or Almería) or Italy (ports of Genoa and some departures from Civitavecchia). If you want to go to Tunisia and its port of Tunis, you can depart from Genoa, Civitavecchia and even Sicily and the port of Palermo. These connections vary in frequency according to the itinerary and the period chosen.
GNV ferries to and from Spain and the Balearic
Islands Ferries depart all year round from the ports of Valencia and Barcelona to Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza. Departures are in the evenings and returns are during the day. From the port of Barcelona you can also reach the beautiful Italian region of Liguria and its port of Genoa.
Check-in and boarding on the GNV ferry
There are two ways to check in passengers at the port. If you are travelling on foot, you will need to go through the ferry terminal to validate your ticket and go through document control. You will then receive your boarding passes. If you are travelling by car, all reservation and document checks will be carried out in the area reserved for this purpose at the boarding gate.
The documents to be presented are:
✔ A valid and original identity card or passport for each passenger, including minors.Photocopies will not be accepted, nor will the digital format on your smartphone.
✔ The registration document for your vehicle, if you are taking it on board.
✔ Your pet's European passport and health certificate with all vaccinations and microchip, if your pet is travelling with you.
✔ Your ferry ticket. This can be digital or printed on paper. All you need to do is scan the barcode on the ticket.
Check in time
For all Italian and Spanish GNV ferry routes, you must be at the boarding gate with your vehicle two hours before departure time, or one hour before if you are travelling on foot.
However, on routes to Tunisia, Morocco and Albania, you must arrive at least four hours before departure time, with or without your vehicle.
For an extra charge, you can book the Priority Disembarkation option. Your vehicle will be given priority parking in a designated area of the garage. This allows you to make the most of the GNV ferry's services as quickly as possible, but also gives you priority disembarkation. Please note that this option is only available on crossings from Genoa to Tunis, Palermo, Olbia or Porto Torres.
Special fares and prices
GNV offers special fares for all bookings made well in advance of departure. If you book months in advance, you can benefit from significant discounts on the basic price of your GNV ticket. When planning domestic travel, it is important to be aware of the age requirements for young travellers. In Albania and Spain, infants (0 to 4 years old) are considered INFANTS and therefore travel free of charge, while older children (4 to 12 years old) fall into the CHILDREN category and are entitled to a reduced fare. If, on the other hand, you are planning to explore Morocco, the distinction is slightly different. Here, children under the age of 2 are considered INFANTS, while CHILDREN are between the ages of 2 and 12. In the case of Tunisia, it is useful to know that INFANTS include children from 0 to 2 years old, while the CHILDREN category extends from 2 to 15 years old.
Grandi Navi Veloci Services and facilities on board
All GNV ferries offer a wide range of high quality services. They are designed for long crossings and offer the best facilities on board.
🚗 Vehicles
On all GNV ships, large garages are available for vehicles such as cars, motorcycles and campervans. However, on busy days it is always advisable to book in advance. Bicycles can be taken on board free of charge and should not be included in the reservation. Transport of vans and commercial vehicles is possible with a freight booking, which you can make with MrFerry.
🍴 Food and extra
Given the average length of the trip, GNV ferries offer a wide range of options for your meals on board: self-service restaurants, à la carte restaurants, pizzerias and snack bars. The on-board menu always includes gluten-free, lactose-free and child-friendly dishes. On routes to Morocco and Tunisia you will also find typical dishes and Halal meals.
You can also save on the price of meals on board! On the GNV ferries you can book Food Passes in advance. These are prepaid cards of varying amounts that give you access to all food outlets on the ship. Menu prices are reduced compared to the normal on-board price. On board GNV ferries, you can take advantage of facilities and areas designed to entertain the whole family. Children can enjoy play areas and video games rooms, while adults can relax in the TV lounge, try their luck on the slot machines or shop in the boutiques. Wi-Fi is available with packages that can be purchased on board. Prayer rooms can be found on routes to North Africa.
💺 Accommodation
If you want to relax, there is no shortage of options on board GNV ferries: in addition to comfortable reclining or partially reclining seats in reserved lounges, you can add a cabin to your ticket, which can be standard or deluxe, inside or outside, with or without access for pets, and can accommodate up to 5 passengers.
🐾 Pets
One of the advantages of travelling by sea is that you can take your pet with you. Your pet is always welcome on GNV ferries! Be sure to include them on your ticket and choose whether you want to accommodate them in a cabin on board or reserve a place for them in the kennels on board. If it's small, your pet can travel in a carrier and you can always walk it on the outside decks.
♿ Accessibility
Passengers with reduced mobility can travel comfortably and safely on board NGV ferries. Please advise us of your needs when purchasing and boarding. Accessible cabins are available but limited, so we recommend you book well in advance.
🧳 Luggage
There is no weight or size limit on the luggage you can take on board the GNV ferry. The company allows two items and requires that they are carried on board at the same time and without assistance.
Mr Ferry advises you...
Make sure you include your car and/or pet in your booking.
Book your GNV Ferry ticket as soon as possible to take advantage of all the discounts, availability and extra services the company offers as numbers are always limited.
When making a booking, please specify the exact dimensions of your vehicle, including any accessories such as roof boxes, trailers, tow bars or bicycle racks.
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