Avalon Top Destinations in Italy.

"River cruisers know that size matters when cruising the great rivers of Europe. Aboard our innovative, award-winning Suite Ships, “crowd pleasing” is not in our vocabulary. In fact, Avalon’s best-in-class ships average just 150 guests – some even less – to give you the space, the time, and the attention you deserve—both on board and on shore. With a 3:1 guest-to-crew ratio, we’ve perfected the art... "

Italy tours and journeys may introduce romantic cities and extraordinary coastal communities while enjoying music, pizza, cappuccino and Chianti.

Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in Italy. Click on the city for more details of the destination.

There are very few cities in the world with as much history, historical buildings and artifacts as Rome. A great example is the Colosseum... But Rome is not just history, it is also the political capital of Italy and offers great eating places and places to watch-the-world-go-by.

Florence is a city with a long history. It was the home of Michelangelo and Leonarda da Vinci. The two major tourist attractions are the Dome and the bridge, but we can also recommend the delicious ice cream of which there are many flavours here!

The city of Venice needs no introduction, because it is one of the best known and beloved tourist cities in the world. Major attractions are the Gondolas, the many Bridges and St. Marc´s Square. Once a year there is also the traditional Carnival with beautiful masks and dresses. A few times per year there could be flooding...

Pisa and its Leaning Tower... How many people supported it from falling down or embraced it?

Naples (Napoli) has a well-kept, old inner city. It is also close to the Vesuv volcano with Pompei-ruins and the Island Capri. Pizza Margarita was "invented" here.

Siena is an old city with a magnificent square. Once a year horses have a race around it. Movies (like James Bond) are frequently recorded here. As in many Italian cities there is superb ice cream here!

Milan is the "capital" of Northern Italy and a very influential city when it comes to economy, fashion or music. A highlight could be a visit to the Scala, if you can get tickets,

Palermo is the capital of Sicily, the large island in the South. The people call themselves Sicilians rather than Italians. Palermo is known for the large cathedral, Sicily is known for wine, olives and ... the Mafia (~movie The Godfather).

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We have 172 tours for Avalon Waterways in Italy with duration 5 - 26 Day and rates starting at USD 2,781.

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Google Map: Romantic Rhine with Swiss Alps, 1 Night in Lucerne & 3 Nights in Lake Como (Southbound)
From/To
Amsterdam ⇒ Como
Countries (5)
France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Cologne, Como, Heidelberg, Keukenhof, Lucerne, Lugano, Mainz, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg
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River Cruises River Cruises
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Tranquility II, Vista

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Romantic Rhine with Swiss Alps, 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne (Northbound) (12 Days)
Duration
12 Days
Starting at
USD 5,979
Operator
-5.5%

Starting at

USD 6,329

USD 5,979

12 Days
Next Departure
28-Mar-2027
25-Apr-2027
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Google Map: Timeless Rivers of Europe: the Rhine and Seine with Swiss Alps, 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne
From/To
Como ⇒ Paris
Countries (5)
France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Cologne, Como, Heidelberg, Honfleur, Keukenhof, Koblenz, Lucerne, Mainz, Paris, Rouen, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg
Tour Type
River Cruises River Cruises
Ship
Envision, Tapestry II
Duration
19 Days
Starting at
USD 9,159
Operator
-14.1%

Starting at

USD 10,700

USD 9,159

19 Days
Next Departure
26-Mar-2027
09-Apr-2027
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Google Map: Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux with Swiss Alps, 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne
From/To
Como ⇒ Bordeaux
Countries (5)
France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Basel, Blaye, Bordeaux, Breisach, Colmar, Cologne, Como, Heidelberg, Honfleur, Keukenhof, Koblenz, Lucerne, Mainz, Paris, Rouen, Rüdesheim, Saint-Émilion, Strasbourg
Tour Type
River Cruises River Cruises
Ship
Artistry II
Duration
26 Days
Starting at
USD 12,400
Operator
-19.5%

Starting at

USD 15,400

USD 12,400

26 Days
Next Departure
28-Aug-2026
25-Sep-2026
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