Family Club - From the Canals of Venice to Renaissance-infused Mantua & Milan and Lake Como Extended Stay (port-to-port cruise)

8 nights from £1,898pp departing Tuesday 12th Jul 2022

From Venice to Mantua, enjoy a unique cruise through the heart of three Italian regions. The region of Veneto opens its doorsand invites you to discover Venice, famous Saint Marks Square and Doges Palace, the official residence of Venetian dukes. Lombardy welcomes you next with its breathtaking and varied panoramas. Youll visit unique cities such as romantic Mantua and Cremona, Claudio Monteverdis and Stradivariuss birthplace. Your trip ends with the region of Emilia-Romagna and its traditional cuisine: do not miss out on a tour of Cremona complete with a tasting of authentic cheese and ham! W...

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					Arrive	Depart
	12th12	JulJul	202222	Venice, Italy, embark on the MS Michelangelo	18:00
Venice is a city unlike any other. No matter how often you've seen it in photos and films, the real thing is more dreamlike than you could imagine. With canals where streets should be, water shimmers everywhere. The fabulous palaces and churches reflect centuries of history in what was a wealthy trading center between Europe and the Orient. Getting lost in the narrow alleyways is a quintessential part of exploring Venice, but at some point you'll almost surely end up in Piazza San Marco, where tourists and locals congregate for a coffee or an aperitif. You'll 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.
	13th13	JulJul	202222	Venice, Italy
Venice is a city unlike any other. No matter how often you've seen it in photos and films, the real thing is more dreamlike than you could imagine. With canals where streets should be, water shimmers everywhere. The fabulous palaces and churches reflect centuries of history in what was a wealthy trading center between Europe and the Orient. Getting lost in the narrow alleyways is a quintessential part of exploring Venice, but at some point you'll almost surely end up in Piazza San Marco, where tourists and locals congregate for a coffee or an aperitif. This morning, the optional CLASSIC package excursion is a guided tour of Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Square.This afternoon, join us on an optional CLASSIC/FAMILY package excursion: The Venetian Lagoon and its islands, Murano and Burano. Enjoy a free evening to explore Venice on your own.
	14th14	JulJul	202222	Venice, Italy		05:00
Venice is a city unlike any other. No matter how often you've seen it in photos and films, the real thing is more dreamlike than you could imagine. With canals where streets should be, water shimmers everywhere. The fabulous palaces and churches reflect centuries of history in what was a wealthy trading center between Europe and the Orient. Getting lost in the narrow alleyways is a quintessential part of exploring Venice, but at some point you'll almost surely end up in Piazza San Marco, where tourists and locals congregate for a coffee or an aperitif. Cruise to Chioggia, the departure point for an optional CLASSIC package excursion: A guided tour of Padua. As you enjoy your tour, the ship will cruise to Porto Viro.(2) For those who decide not to join us on the excursion, you will be transferred from Chioggia to Porto Viro. Enjoy some free time in Chioggia beforehand.We'll return on board in Porto Viro and spend the afternoon cruising towards Canda.
	14th14	JulJul	202222	Chioggia, Italy	07:30	18:00
	14th14	JulJul	202222	Porto Viro, Italy	13:30	18:00
	14th14	JulJul	202222	Canda, Italy	23:00
	15th15	JulJul	202222	Canda, Italy		07:00
We'll spend the morning cruising to Torretta. In the afternoon, we offer an optional CLASSIC/FAMILY package excursion: Visit Verona and its amphitheater or the Giusti Gardens.
	15th15	JulJul	202222	Ostiglia, Italy	12:30	18:00
	15th15	JulJul	202222	Mantua, Italy	19:00
	16th16	JulJul	202222	Mantua, Italy
Join us on an optional CLASSIC package excursion: A guided tour of Mantua, where the House of Gonzaga ruled for almost 400 years. 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).
	17th17	JulJul	202222	Mantua, Italy
Optional full-day excursions:- CLASSIC package: Cremona.- FAMILY package: Cavour Waterpark.Tonight is our festive gala evening.
	18th18	JulJul	202222	Mantua, Italy		09:00
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. We'll hit the road for Milan (an approximate 2-hour drive), and upon our arrival mid-morning, we'll enjoy a panoramic tour of the city 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. Dinner and accommodations in a 3-star hotel LS in Milan or Lake Maggiore.
	18th18	JulJul	202222	Milan, Italy, disembark the MS Michelangelo
	18th18	JulJul	202222	2 nights accommodation following your cruise, staying in Milano
	20th20	JulJul	202222	Check out of accommodation

MS Michelangelo

Launch Year

2000

Refit Year

2011

Tonnage

15,000

Capacity

158

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

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Cabins

The cabins all offer guests the perfect view from their large picture window, and are very spacious and tastefully decorated with the option of double or single beds. An ensuite is provided with shower, W.C. and a hairdryer. For extra comfort central heating is available during the Winter season and air-conditioning for the Summer season.

For your entertainment a satellite tv and radio are provided for you to use at your leisure.

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Restaurant

Located on the upper deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Sun Deck

Do not miss it to unwind ! It is equipped with recliners and deck chairs, so that you can enjoy the best views of your cruise.

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Holiday Summary

	6 nights cruising on the Po
	2 nights in a hotel following your cruise
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,898pp
A_GLS_PP	Cat A (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,978pp
A_GLS_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£2,148pp
B_GLS_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,936pp
B_GLS_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£2,106pp
B_SU2_PP	Cat B Suite (Main Deck, 2 Single Beds)	£2,106pp
C_DBL_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Double Bed)	£1,898pp
C_GLS_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,898pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Tue 12th Jul 202212 Jul 22	1,898
Mon 26th Jun 202326 Jun 23	2,004
Mon 24th Jul 202324 Jul 23	1,924
Sat 5th Aug 202305 Aug 23	1,924