From the Canals of Venice to Renaissance-infused Mantua & Milan and Lake Como Extended Stay (port-to-port cruise)

This morning, we offer two excursions: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Square. DISCOVERY: Following the footsteps of Casanova in Venice to Doge’s Palace and its hidden passageways. This afternoon, join us on an excursion for both packages: The Venetian Lagoon and its islands, Murano and Burano. Enjoy a free evening to explore Venice on your own.

We’ll cruise to Chioggia, the departure point for an excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Vicenza. As you enjoy your tour, the ship will cruise to Porto Viro(2). For those who decided not to join us on the excursion, you will be transferred from Chioggia to Porto Viro(2). Enjoy some free time in Chioggia. We’ll return on board in Porto Viro and spend the afternoon cruising towards Rovigo.

We’ll spend the morning cruising to Torretta. In the afternoon, we offer two excursions: CLASSIC: Visit Verona and its amphitheater or the Giusti Gardens. DISCOVERY: Take a bike tour of Verona and visit the Giusti Gardens. After our tour, we’ll return on board in Valdaro.

Our ship will begin to cruise early in the morning to Mantua. Join us on an excursion for both packages: 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).

Join us for an excursion to Cremona and Parma (including lunch). Tonight is our festive gala evening.

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. We’ll hit the road for Milan (an approximate 2-hour drive), and upon our arrival mid-morning, we’ll enjoy a panoramic tour of the city to get an overview of what it has to offer. We’ll have lunch in a local restaurant. The afternoon will be dedicated to discovering the historic centre, including a visit to the cathedral. Dinner and accommodations in a 3-star hotel LS in Milan or Lake Maggiore.

Breakfast at the hotel. We’ll head to Como for a guided tour of the city, an invitation to rest and relaxation. We’ll visit the remarkable cathedral. In the afternoon, we'll take the funicular railway to the summit, where you’ll have a great view of the lake and city below. We’ll return to Como and enjoy a boat tour of the lake. After our excursion, we’ll return to Milan by coach. Dinner and accommodations in a 3-star hotel LS in Milan or Lake Maggiore.

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. End of our services.

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 - assistance from our onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess - transfer by coach from Mantua to Milan - accommodations in a 3-star hotel LS in Milan or Lake Maggiore including breakfast and dinner for one traveler under double-occupancy reservations - lunches on D7 and D8 - visits listed in the program on D7 and D8 - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees - prepaid classic sightseeing package.

Drinks from our special wine list or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers (D1 to D9) - transfer from the hotel to the airport in Milan on D9 - transfers to/from departure/arrival points (including to/from airports) - cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses.