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View on Miramare castle on the gulf of Trieste on northeastern Italy. Long exposure image technic with reflection on the water

Coastal Cruise

17 day Italy, Croatia & Adriatic Cruise

In the Footsteps of Monty Don – Italy, Croatia & Adriatic Coast Cruise

Join our exclusive charter of the Lady Eleganza and travel in the footsteps of Monty Don, who featured several of these gardens on his Italian Gardens and Adriatic Gardens series. Observe the contrast in styles between Italian and Croatian gardens, and visit La Foce Garden, a favourite of Australian Garden Designer, Paul Bangay. Stay at Tuscany’s Castel Monastero and visit car-free Lopud Island.

This journey departs:

  • 24 May 2025

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17 Days Coastal 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, Tour Manager and Cruise Director

Privately chartered eight-night cruise aboard MV Lady Eleganza, for up to 36 guests, and eight nights’ accommodation in centrally located four- to five-star hotels

Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 39 meals and select beverages

All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary

Visit spectacular Italian Gardens as seen on Monty Don’s series, including Villa D’Este, Villa Lante, Villa Gamberaia and Villa Barbarigo

Marvel at Miramare Castle Park, set on the Adriatic Coast

Learn about the gardens and history of the Venetians

Visit Krka National Park and the pristine islands of Croatia, including Hvar, Korčula, Mljet, Lokrum and Lopud

Itinerary

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change 

  • Fitness rating: Medium

  • Exclusive charter of the MV Lady Eleganza for up to 36 guests

  • Our experience of gardens, their flora, and other aspects of nature, is subject to weather conditions and seasonality, which may vary 

  • The Lopud Franciscan Monastery is subject to confirmation*

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