From the Canals of Venice to Renaissance-infused Mantua

Regular price: $3,379.00
Sale price: $3,379.00

Departure Date

Cabin Type

Sightseeing Package

Quantity

CroisiCruise: VMA

7 Days

From Venice to Mantua, enjoy a unique cruise through the heart of three Italian regions. The region of Veneto opens its doors and invites you to discover Venice, famous Saint Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace, the official residence of Venetian dukes. Lombardy welcomes you next with its breathtaking and varied panoramas. You’ll visit unique cities such as romantic Mantua and Cremona, Claudio Monteverdi’s and Stradivarius’s birthplace. Your trip ends with the region of Emilia-Romagna and its traditional cuisine: do not miss out on a tour of Parma and Cremona complete with a tasting of authentic cheese and ham!

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
Headsets are included for excursions
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard activities
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees included
Prepaid Classic Sightseeing package

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Unique itinerary: cruise through the heart of the Italian regions
Coach transfer from Mantua to Venice on day 7 FREE OF CHARGE
The region of Veneto, its treasures, arts and traditions
- Venice(1), an abundance of history
- Vicenza(1), Palladio’s architectural masterpiece
- Verona(1), the City of Love
The region of Lombardy, its breathtaking and varied panoramas
- Mantua(1), romantic city surrounded by lakes
- Cremona(1), Claudio Monteverdi’s and Stradivarius’s birthplace
The region of Emilia-Romagna and its traditional cuisine
- Parma(1), a discrete and charming city
- Visit(1) Fratelli Spigaroli(3)
- Enjoy a tasting(1) of Culatello ham and authentic Parmesan cheese

Itinerary

Day 1: Venice

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.

Day 2: Venice

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.

Day 3: Venice - Chioggia - Vicenza(1) - Porto Viro - Rovigo

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.

Day 4: Rovigo - Torretta - Verona(1) - Valdaro

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.

Day 5: Valdaro - Mantua

Our ship will begin to cruise early in the morning to Mantua. Join us on an l 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).

Day 6: Mantua - Cremona(1) - Parma(1)

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

Day 7: Mantua - Venice

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. Coach transfer from Mantua to Venice. End of our services.

INCLUSIONS:

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 - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees - prepaid classic sightseeing package.

EXCLUSIONS:

Drinks from our special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - transfers to/from departure/arrival points (including to/from airports) - cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses.

Enquire About This Itinerary

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