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It’s difficult to describe Italy simply as there is much to say! Where to begin, and what to say that has not been said thousands of times before?
Italy is one of those countries that touches the depths of visitors’ hearts, memories and sweet dreams. No matter what you are looking for, you will find it in Italy.
During your stay in Venice, discover the amazing '' City of the Doges '' and its labyrinth of narrow streets bordered by these famous canals and crossed by innumerable bridges – each one more impressive than the last. Your ship is moored close to the iconic "Piazza San Marco" (Saint Mark’s square), it will take you only a few minutes to reach the city centre. Once there you can lose yourself in the calm and the contemplation of Venice and its lagoon.
Your trip to Italy will then take you along the river Po to the heart of northern Italy. There, visit Padua and its Basilica Saint Anthony, or Verona, city of art and love. It is in this city that Romeo and Juliet found love and tragedy and even today, we can still remember their passion.
During a cruise on the river Po, Veneto will be unveiled to you. You will see Venice from the water, moored along the quays of a city imagined for boats, then you will penetrate into the heart of the country, to discover its traditions.
Or choose a different trip and opt for a cruise on board the MS Belle of the Adriatic. You will see the most beautiful Amalfi Coast with idyllic landscapes from Naples. The coastline, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, amazes travellers with its intense colours and generous sunshine.
This is another part of Italy where you discover its white sandy beaches and small multicolored houses clinging to the rock..
From Renaissance-infused Mantua to the Canals of Venice
Venice - MANTUA - VALDARO - Verona(1) - OSTIGLIA - ROVIGO - PORTO VIRO - Padua(1) - CHIOGGIA - VENICE - MAZZORBO - VENICE
From Mantua to Venice, enjoy a unique cruise. Lombardy welcomes you with its breathtaking and varied panoramas. You'll visit unique cities such as romantic Mantua. Finally, 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.
La Dolce Vita along the Italian coastline (port-to-port package)
NICE - LIVORNO - PORTOFERRAIO - ALGHERO - PORTO CERVO - PORTO SANTO STEFANO - LA SPEZIA - NICE
In the heart of Tuscany, Italian ingenuity came to life from the 12th to 14th centuries as the precursor to the Renaissance. The streets, squares, palaces, and churches in Florence and Lucca reflect the beauty, charm, and authenticity born from the movement. Outside the city, experience dazzling Tuscan vineyards and countrysides carpeted with olive and cypress trees. Discover the pink limestone streets of Portoferraio on Elba. We'll continue on to the Maddalena Archipelago in Sardinia, cruising past granite rocks and hidden beaches with turquoise waters. The Costa Smeralda shores offer views of jagged banks alternating with peaceful bays. Our last stop is the unforgettable Cinque Terre and its colorful homes suspended over the open sea.
The Best of the Mediterranean (port-to-port cruise):
VALLETTA - POZZALLO - CATANIA - SYRACUSE - VALLETTA
All aboard for an exclusive cruise along the coasts of Sicily and Malta. Your vacation begins in Malta, a gorgeous Mediterranean haven with a rich and varied past. The island's magnificent capital, Valletta, and colorful villages await you. Journeying along the fascinating Sicilian coast takes you to the heart of its ancient past, where you'll discover baroque villages such as Noto, Ragusa, and Modica, as well as several locations listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A splendid trip combining architecture and culture on the beautiful Mediterranean Sea.
Venice, the epicenter of art, and its famous lagoon (port-to-port package)
VENICE - MAZZORBO - VENICE - CHIOGGIA - VENICE
Discover works in all shapes and sizes throughout Venice. Begin the trip at the fabulous Scuola Grande di San Rocco, a treasure trove of stunning works by Tintoretto and several of his assistants. Captivating frescoes transport us to the epic time known as the Venetian Renaissance. In Burano, learn about the delicate craft of lacemaking at the local museum. Talented artists have sustained traditional methods over the centuries, creating exquisite pieces evoking tales about the picturesque island. Vicenza, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, welcomes you with open arms. Explore the Teatro Olimpico, one of Andrea Palladio's masterpieces, and immerse yourself in the dramatic elegance found in the Italian Renaissance. Lastly, the pièce de résistance: a coveted entry to the major international event known as Biennale Arte—celebrating innovation and contemporary artistic expression. This is a timeless cruise, where each port-of-call becomes a work of art in itself.
Milan and Lake Como & cruise from Renaissance-infused Mantua to the Canals of Venice (port-to-port cruise)
Milan - Lake Como - Milan - MANTUA - VALDARO - Verona(1) - OSTIGLIA - ROVIGO - PORTO VIRO - Padua(1) - CHIOGGIA - VENICE - MAZZORBO - VENICE
Stop off in Milan, the fashion capital, to explore the city and nearby Lake Como before setting off on your cruise. From Mantua to Venice, enjoy a unique cruise through the heart of three Italian regions. Your trip starts with the region of Emilia-Romagna and its traditional cuisine. Lombardy welcomes you next with its breathtaking and varied panoramas. You'll visit unique cities such as romantic Mantua. Finally, 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.