Cruise in Europe

Top Cruise Holidays to Italy

• Rome

Highlights of the Classic City of Rome include the magnificent Colosseum, the Forum Romanum, the Pantheon, The Vatican with St Peter’s Cathedral, the Spanish Steps, the stunning Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain. In Rome, you can wander through a string of exclusive shops and drink a fine, authentic cappuccino in one of the countless bustling cafes. Come and discover the fantastic Rome on your cruise holiday.

• Venice

One of the world’s most romantic cities, Venice will certainly delight you with its many islands, bridges and canals. The major attractions include the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Square and Basilica, the Rialto Bridge and the Bridge of Sighs, around which you’ll find several shops selling shoes, clothes and the famous Venetian Carnival masks. Never return home from your Italy cruise trip with no Venetian glasswork – the many crystal factories in the Lido are an excellent place to find it.

• Naples

Situated in the south of Italy, Naples is a highly memorable city and a fine European cruise destination where you can explore ancient marvels at Pompeii, visit the Church of Chiara and Herculaneum or just take the chairlift high up to Mount Vesuvius. With a bit of a short boat ride, you in no time be in the picturesque island of Capri or the beautiful town of Sorrento. For a special shopping experience, you can stroll through the bustling markets where you can find virtually anything you’re looking for.

• Livorno

From this Italian port, you can visit ancient Florence, one of Italy’s best kept jewels. Admire the stunning scenery and glorious Medieval and Renaissance architecture. Livorno’s main sights include the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo. And in the city of Pisa, you can experience one of the country’s most recognised sights, the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.

• Genoa

Genoa is one of Italy’s most important ports and home to Christopher Columbus. It’s filled with a wealth of historical treasures, including the black and white striped 13th-century Gothic cathedral and Columbus house. From Genoa you can also take a trip out to the nearby Renaissance cities of Florence and Pisa.