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Cruise & Rail: Milan, Venice, Istanbul & the Balkans (2025) - Milan to Istanbul

Discover a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures on a one-of-a-kind journey by land, cruise, and train as you travel between northern Italy and the diverse nations of the Balkan Peninsula.

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 ...

Duration
19 Days
Countries
4
Next Departure
02-May-2025
Starting at
USD 23,298.00
Price per day
USD 1,226.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Uniworld
Tour
Cruise & Rail: Milan, Venice, Istanbul & the Balkans (2025) - Milan to Istanbul
Sub-Title
Discover a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures on a one-of-a-kind journey by land, cruise, and train as you travel between northern Italy and the diverse nations of the Balkan Peninsula.
Travel Style
Cruise

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.

Map: Cruise & Rail: Milan, Venice, Istanbul & the Balkans (2025) - Milan to Istanbul (Uniworld)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Milan
Day 2
Milan
Day 3
Milan
Day 4
Venice
Day 5
Venice, Mazzorbo
Day 6
Mazzorbo, Burano, Chioggia
Day 7
Chioggia
Day 8
Chioggia, Venice
Day 9
Venice
Day 10
Venice
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
Day 18
Istanbul
Day 19
Istanbul

 

Countries (4): Bosnia and Herzegovina, Italy, Serbia, Turkiye

Travel Cities (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.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Milan

Arrow Going To

Istanbul

River CruisesThis 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.

Tour Variations

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Begin your journey on the S.S. La Venezia in romantic Venice, enjoying 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 tow...

Next Departure: 04-May-2025
Starting at: USD 21,698.00

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