Ocean Cruises in Italy

Ring in the New Year aboard the MS Michelangelo, a ship that holds 158 passengers, as you cruise the Venetian Lagoon and see what Northern Italy's Veneto region has to offer. You'll take a private boat to Burano, known for its bright houses and intricate lacework, then head to Murano where glassmakers have been perfecting their craft for centuries.

This 5-day Christmas cruise sails through the Venetian Lagoon on the MS Michelangelo, starting from Venice and heading to Chioggia. You'll check out Burano's colorful houses and traditional lacework, then see Murano's famous glassmaking workshops that date back to the 13th century.

Sail aboard the 6-star Scenic Eclipse II from Civitavecchia's ancient Roman Dock, cruising past the dramatic cliffs of Ponza and into Capri's legendary Blue Grotto waters. Try up to 10 world-class dining venues and spacious verandah suites with butler service as you navigate the volcanic Aeolian Islands near Lipari.

This 8-day cruise on Viking Star or Viking Sea gives you all-veranda staterooms and free shore excursions at every port, including trips to UNESCO sites like Valencia's Gothic Silk Exchange and Carthage's ancient Roman harbor. You'll get complimentary beer and wine with meals, free Wi-Fi, and access to The Nordic Spa while visiting places like Palermo's Royal Palace, Cagliari's Castello District, and Salerno's medieval streets, with onboard gratuities and specialty dining included.