Milan and Lake Como & cruise from Renaissance-infused Mantua to the Canals of Venice (port-to-port cruise)
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.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- EXTENDED STAY INCLUDED:
- 3-day/2-night stay in Milan
- Tours of Milan, its cathedral, and Lake Como included
- Unique itinerary: cruise through the heart of the Italian regions
- The region of Lombardy, its breathtaking and varied panoramas
- Mantua(1), romantic city surrounded by lakes
- The region of Veneto, its treasures, arts and traditions
- Verona(1), the City of Love
- Padua(1), the home of Saint Anthony
- Venice(1), an abundance of history
CroisiEurope 50th Anniversary Gala Evening: anniversary dinner followed by a dance party
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 onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
Route
You’ll check into your 4-star hotel in Milan or Lake Maggiore and enjoy dinner.
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.
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 5 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 optional excursion CLASSIC / DISCOVERY: A guided tour of Mantua.
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
At the end of the day, we will sail towards Valdaro.
Optional excursions:
- CLASSIC: Verona and its arenas(3)
- DISCOVERY: Verona arts and flavors
Afternoon sailing.
We'll spend the morning cruising. This afternoon, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: A guided tour of Padua.
As you enjoy your 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 Levante to Chioggia. Enjoy some free time in Chioggia.
After our tour, we'll return on board and begin to cruise to Venice. Enjoy a free evening to explore the city on your own.
Optional excursions:
- CLASSIC: the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square
- DISCOVERY: the Dorsodouro district
Free afternoon in Venice.
Morning cruise in the Venice lagoon.
Enjoy exploring Burano—known for its traditional lacemaking and picture-perfect homes—on your own.
Optional 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.
- Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
- 30% off for the 3rd occupant of the triple cabin
- Under 2 years of age, meals and accommodation are provided free of charge by CroisiEurope
Shore Excursions
No shore excursion on the non listed daysWarning: Navigational obligations and weather conditions can disrupt the itinerary, and in certain cases, intermediate stops may be canceled. If this happens, CroisiEurope will do our best to find the best solution according to passenger expectations. For safety reasons, the company and/or the captain of the ship are the only authorities who can modify the cruise itinerary. The navigation on the Bianco Canal is subject to the frequent passage of bridges, making it impossible to access to the sun deck during certain parts of the navigation.
(1) Optional excursions.
(2) Passengers cannot remain on board the ship between Chioggia and Porto Viro.
(3) If the amphitheater is closed or during July and August, we'll visit the magnificent Giusti Gardens.
(4) Arrival D1 from MXP or Linate before 5pm; departure D9 from Venice (VCE) after 11am.
(5) The Ducal Palace is closed on Mondays and is replaced by a visit to Palazzo Te.
Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.
Valid information for year 2026