Summary Begin your journey in stunning Milan and embark on your cruise in romantic Venice. These two legendary cities will bookend unforgettable experiences throughout the Veneto region. Then set off on a private train journey to Istanbul—the perfect addition to a river cruise. Along the way, visit Alpine lake towns, historic cities across Eastern Europe, and more. Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1.
- Milan
- Day 2.
- Milan
- Day 3.
- Milan (Verona/Valpolicella), Transfer To Venice (E...
- Day 4.
- Venice
- Day 5.
- Venice, Mazzorbo (Burano)
- Day 6.
- Mazzorbo, Burano, Chioggia
- Day 7.
- Chioggia
- Day 8.
- Chioggia, Venice
- Day 9.
- Venice
- Day 10.
- Venice (Disembark), Transfer To Train (Embark), Tr...
- Day 11.
- Postojna, Ljubljana
- Day 12.
- Sarajevo, Mostar
- Day 13.
- Belgrade
- Day 14.
- Bar, Podgorica
- Day 15.
- Skopje
- Day 16.
- Sofia, Plovdiv
- Day 17.
- Istanbul (Disembark)
- Day 18.
- Istanbul
- Day 19.
- Istanbul
Countries (4): Bosnia and Herzegovina, Italy, Serbia, Turkiye Ports of call (11): Belgrade, Chioggia, Como, Istanbul, Milan, Mostar, Padua, Sarajevo, Trieste, Venice, Verona Details Begin your journey in stunning Milan and embark on your cruise in romantic Venice. These two legendary cities will bookend unforgettable experiences throughout the Veneto region. Treat yourself to a private evening lighting ceremony at St. Mark’s Basilica. Depart the enchanting “City of Water” to explore the waterfront shops, colorful facades, and peaceful canals unique to Burano, Mazzorbo, and Torcello. Farther south, discover Chioggia—a charming southern port loved by fishermen, artists, and anyone looking for unique gifts or souvenirs.
Then set off on a private train journey to Istanbul, during which you’ll sleep on the luxury Golden Eagle Danube Express with ever-changing views at your window—the perfect addition to a river cruise. Along the way, visit Alpine lake towns, historic cities across Eastern Europe, and more. |
 This is an Organised River Cruise: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.
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