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

CroisiCruise: MMV PP

9 Days

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: do not miss out on a tour of Parma and Cremona complete with a tasting of authentic cheese and ham! 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. 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.

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

- EXTENDED STAY INCLUDED:

- 3-day/2-night stay in Milan
- Accommodations in a 3-star hotel LS in Milan (or the surrounding area)
- Tours of Milan, its cathedral, and Lake Como included
- Unique itinerary: cruise through the heart of the Italian regions
- The region of Emilia-Romagna and its traditional cuisine

- Parma(1), a discrete and charming city
- Visit(1) Fratelli Spigaroli
- Enjoy a tasting(1) of Culatello ham and authentic Parmesan cheese
- The region of Lombardy, its breathtaking and varied panoramas

- Cremona(1), Claudio Monteverdi’s and Stradivarius’s birthplace
- Mantua(1), romantic city surrounded by lakes
- The region of Veneto, its treasures, arts and traditions

- Verona(1), the City of Love
- Vicenza(1), Palladio’s architectural masterpiece
- Venice(1), an abundance of history

- Itinerary Day 1: Milan

You’ll check into your 3-star hotel in Milan or Lake Maggiore and enjoy dinner. Day 2: Milan - Lake Como

Breakfast will be served 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 and have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we'll take the funicular 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 at a hotel. Day 3: Milan - Mantua

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. We’ll enjoy a panoramic tour of Milan 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 center, including a visit to the cathedral. We’ll hit the road for Mantua (an approximate 2-hour drive) and 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 4: Mantua - Cremona(1) - Parma(1)

Join us for an excursion to Cremona and Parma (including lunch). We’ll indulge in a tasting of Italian cheeses and cold cuts. Day 5: Mantua - Valdaro - Torretta - Rovigo

Our ship will begin to cruise early in the morning to Valdaro. Join us on an excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Mantua, where the House of Gonzaga ruled for almost 400 years. We’ll spend the afternoon cruising. Or enjoy an optional tour of the Ferrari Museum in Modena (not included in packages). Day 6: Rovigo - Verona(1) - Porto Viro - Porto Levante

This morning, 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. We’ll return on board in Porto Viro and spend the afternoon cruising. Day 7: Porto Levante - Vicenza(1) - Chioggia - Venice

This morning, join us on an excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Vicenza. As you enjoy your tour, the ship will cruise to Chioggia(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. After we return on board in Chioggia, we’ll begin to cruise to Venice. Enjoy a free evening to explore the city on your own. Day 8: Venice

This morning, we offer two excursions: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Square. DISCOVERY