The Po

From Venice to Mantua, the Po offers some of the richest views - and tastes - of Italy. It includes Roman, Etruscan, Istrian, Byzantine and, of course, the Renaissance cultures, and is book-ended by two of the most gorgeous cities in Europe.

Via the Po and Bianco Canal, passengers will discover the islands of the Venice Lagoon, fine local cuisines and wines, the beautiful Po Valley and an abundance of birdlife, as well as the stunning city of Venice itself, rich in architecture, art and tradition stretching back more than 2,000 years.

WHO GOES THERE: CroisiEurope, European Waterways, Uniworld.