How do I get from the airport to the boat?

Taxis are readily available at the airport for transport to the boat.

Can you confirm the drop-off location in Venice?

The drop-off will be in Venice city center, not at the airport.

What is the group size for trips?

Group sizes can vary; usually, they accommodate a moderate number of travelers.

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Are the shore excursions included in the cruise price?

Excursions may have additional costs and are not always included in the cruise fare.

Does this holiday include air travel. Also, are trips included or do you have to pay for them.

International flights are not included in the price. While TourRadar specializes in helping you book the best adventures around the world, we are unable to book flights. Regarding shore excursions, they are at an additional cost and can be booked in advance until 30 days prior to departure.

We are interested in a river tour in Italy in October 2024. Are there any available?

For this cruise, the operator does have availability on the 1st of October 2024. The ship would be MS Michelangelo.

Is air travel included in the tour reservation?

Air travel is not included in the tour package; it's a separate arrangement.

What fitness level is required for the cruise?

A moderate level of fitness is recommended for this cruise tour.

Are there available single cabins, and what is the cost?

Yes, single cabins are available, and their pricing varies by cruise.

From the Canals of Venice to Renaissance-infused Mantua

7 days

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Start and end in Venice

3.5

2 traveler reviews

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Operator: CroisiEurope River Cruises
River Cruise: Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Embarkation
Meals
Dinner
Included Activities
- Welcome cocktail and captain/crew introduction
Optional Activities
- Explore the departure city independently
Day 2
Mazzorbo - Burano
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning cruise in Venice lagoon with views of churches and palaces
- Visit to Mazzorbo island via pedestrian bridge
- Exploration of Burano island
Optional Activities
- Optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion to Murano island with private boat transfer
- Glassblowing workshop demonstration on Murano
Landmarks
Burano
Mazzorbo
Murano
Day 3
Venice
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- CLASSIC guided tour: Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Square with interior access and Golden Staircase views
- DISCOVERY guided tour: Dorsoduro district with museums, art galleries, and Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute exterior
- Free exploration of Venice including Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal
Landmarks
Doge's Palace
Saint Mark's Square
Saint Mark's Basilica
Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute
Rialto Bridge
Grand Canal
Day 4
Padua - Porto Viro - Canda
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- CLASSIC/DISCOVERY guided tour of Padua including Il Santo (Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua) and medieval city center
- Free time in Chioggia
Landmarks
Il Santo (Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua)
Day 5
Verona - Mantua
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala dinner)
Optional Activities
- CLASSIC guided tour: Verona amphitheater or Giusti Gardens with exterior view of Juliet's House (Casa di Giulietta)
- DISCOVERY guided tour: Verona gastronomy tour through medieval squares and secret districts with pastry shop tasting and coffee
Landmarks
Verona Amphitheater (Arena)
Juliet's House (Casa di Giulietta)
Giusti Gardens
Day 6
Modena
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala dinner and festive evening)
Optional Activities
- CLASSIC/DISCOVERY guided tour of Mantua: Palazzo Ducale di Mantova, Camera degli Sposi, Rotonda di San Lorenzo, and Basilica of Sant'Andrea
- Optional Ferrari Museum tour in Modena with audio-visual show about Enzo Ferrari
Landmarks
Palazzo Ducale di Mantova (Ducal Palace)
Castel di San Giorgio
Camera degli Sposi
Rotonda di San Lorenzo
Basilica of Sant'Andrea
Museo Enzo Ferrari
Day 7
Mantua to Venice
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board

Landmarks
Burano
Mazzorbo
Murano

Landmarks
Doge's Palace
Saint Mark's Square
Saint Mark's Basilica
Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute
Rialto Bridge
Grand Canal

Landmarks
Il Santo (Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua)

Landmarks
Verona Amphitheater (Arena)
Juliet's House (Casa di Giulietta)
Giusti Gardens

Landmarks
Palazzo Ducale di Mantova (Ducal Palace)
Castel di San Giorgio
Camera degli Sposi
Rotonda di San Lorenzo
Basilica of Sant'Andrea
Museo Enzo Ferrari

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport
Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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CroisiEurope River Cruises

4.3

(463 reviews)

Number of tours

554

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

88%

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CroisiEurope River Cruises Ship

MS Michelangelo
With a capacity of accommodating 158 passengers in 78 cabins, this boat will be found conducting Po river cruises, as well as in the Vene… Read more
Built
2000 (refurbished 2017)
Guests
154
Length
110m
Width
11.4m
Staterooms
78
Electricity
220v
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

Traveler Reviews

3.5

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
3.0
Transport
4.0
Guide
3.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.3

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Nicholas Jerome
September 12th, 2025
2
Dining and cleaning staff were exceptional. Tour directors and organizers catered to non-English speaking tourist...
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Traveled in August 2025
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Anonymous
June 20th, 2025
5
A must. The guides were very good. We had enough free time to explore. The service on board was top. Maryyline the...
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Traveled in June 2025

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