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The Chianti Hills (also known as the Chianti Mountains) are a short mountain range (about 20 km) straddling the provinces of Florence, Siena and Arezzo that mark the eastern border of the Chianti region with the Valdarno and the Val di Chiana . The chianti hills are famous for the vineyards where you get a wine known all over the world.

Canal Cruise

10 day Gardens of Italy Canal Cruise

Renaissance Gardens of Italy by Canal Boat & Tuscan Landscapes

This 10-day journey features a six-night canal cruise, taking a maximum of 20 guests, and is ideal for those who have travelled to Italy before and are looking to discover it from a new perspective. Bypass the roads and enjoy riverside scenes across the country’s north-east, where the history of Venice’s nobles is revealed. Cruise the celebrated Po River and stay in a Tuscan villa. Explore an array of gardens, many of which were featured on the series, Monty Don’s Italian Gardens. A warm, convivial atmosphere pervades your time aboard La Bella Vita, as you savour an authentic Italian experience.

This journey departs:

  • 25 May 2025

  • 24 May 2026

VeniceFlorence
10 Days Canal Cruise

Highlights

The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.

Inclusions

Seen below are your tour’s inclusions. They ensure you’re free to enjoy each day’s discoveries without worry or distraction.

Escorted by an expert Botanical Guide and Cruise Director

Privately chartered six-night cruise aboard La Bella Vita, taking a maximum of 20 guests, and three nights’ accommodation in a Tuscan Villa Hotel

Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 24 meals and select beverages

All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary

See the sights of Venice, including Sant’Erasmo island, the farm of Venice

Relax aboard your canal boat as you sail along the Po River, visiting sights along the way

Explore the world’s oldest botanic gardens at Padua

Spend three nights in a villa in the Tuscan countryside, visiting gardens from the series Monty Don's Italian Gardens

Itinerary

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change 

  • Fitness rating: Medium

  • Exclusive charter of La Bella Vita for up to 20 guests

  • The direction of the cruise is subject to change due to conditions outside of our control

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