From Renaissance-infused Mantua to the Canals of Venice
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- CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Unique itinerary: cruise through the heart of the Italian regions
- Coach transfer from Venice to Mantua on day 1 FREE OF CHARGE
- EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
- The region of Lombardy, its breathtaking and varied panoramas Mantua, romantic city surrounded by lakes
- The region of Veneto, its treasures, arts and traditions Stroll through the medieval city of Verona and visit the arena or indulge in its food
- Padua, the home of Saint Anthony
- Venice, an abundance of history
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- Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - all onboard beverages (not including the special lists) - accommodations in a double-occupancy, climate-controlled cabin with shower in private bathroom - onboard entertainment - welcome cocktail - gala evening - excursions included in the package selected - assistance from our onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees.
Itinerary

You'll be transfered by coach from Venice to Mantua where you’ll board our ship at 6 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Enjoy a free evening to explore the city on your own.
This morning, join us on an excursion: A guided tour of Mantua, where the House of Gonzaga ruled for almost 400 years. Although Mantua is not well known, it is one of the most artistically rich and romantic cities in northern Italy. We'll head downtown to see the impo...
In the morning, join us on an excursion: A guided tour of Mantua, where the House of Gonzaga ruled for almost 400 years. You're free to do as you please in the afternoon. Or enjoy an optional tour of the Ferrari Museum in Modena (not included in packages). Sailing towards Valdaro.
This morning, the excursions are: - CLASSIC: Visit Verona and its amphitheater or the Giusti Gardens. Departing Rovigo, we'll head by coach to Verona, the City of Love made famous by Shakespeare's legendary tragedy Romeo and Juliet. We'll visit Juliet's House (Casa di...
Optional excursions: - CLASSIC: Verona and its arenas(3) - DISCOVERY: Verona through its gastronomy Afternoon sailing.
We'll spend the morning cruising. This afternoon, join us on an excursion CLASSIC / DISCOVERY: A guided tour of Padua, the home of Saint Anthony. The city surrounds its medieval center with charming squares and palaces. Il Santo, the Pontifical Basilica of Saint Antho...
We'll spend the morning cruising.This afternoon, join us on an excursion CLASSIC / DISCOVERY: A guided tour of Padua.As you enjoy the tour, the ship will cruise to Chioggia.(2) For those who decide not to join us on the excursion, you will be transferred from Porto Vi...
This morning, we offer two excursions: - CLASSIC: Guided tour of Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Square. You’ll discover Saint Mark’s Square and its famous basilica (exteriors) and take a tour inside Doge’s Palace, the official residence of Venetian dukes and the seat ...
Excursions: - AUTHENTIC: the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square - EXPERIENCE: the Dorsodouro district Free afternoon in Venice.
Morning cruise in the Venice lagoon. From the sun deck, you will contemplate the silhouettes of churches and palaces silhouetted against the horizon. At the heart of this labyrinth of canals and islands, you will enjoy a unique experience admiring the landscapes and t...
Morning cruise in the Venice lagoon.Enjoy exploring Burano—known for its traditional lacemaking and picture-perfect homes—on your own.Excursion CLASSIC/ DISCOVERY: discovery of Murano island. Sailing to Venice. Gala's evening.
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
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- Drinks from our special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - transfers to/from departure/arrival points (including to/from airports) - optional excursion to the Ferrari Museum (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency) - cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses.
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