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Costa Cruises are Italy's best known cruise line and a range of itineraries are available through Virgin Holidays Cruises.

Italian cruise operators offer both Eastern and Western Mediterranean tours, taking in essential tourist destinations with attractions such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Rome's Colosseum, Pantheon and Forum, or the canals of Venice. There are also cruises which offer wine tasting excursions in Tuscany, trips to Mount Vesuvius or Pompeii, and passage to islands like Capri, Portofino and Sicily. With a 'floating resort' to ferry passengers to all these beautiful sites, avoiding irritations like traffic or dull bus rides, there is a no more relaxing way to discover Italy.

There are various cruises available, some including on-board facilities such as swimming pools, mini-golf course, ice-skating rinks and rock climbing walls, as well as scuba diving and snorkelling opportunities. The vessels used for cruises range from gigantic cruise liners to sailing yachts and riverboats. Aside from the Mediterranean voyages, there are also Italian Riviera trips offered and various river cruises (such as the Po River cruise in Northern Italy).

Most vessels call in at the ports of Rome, Genoa, Naples and Venice, while some also dock at Capri, Sardinia, Savona and Livorno. While a cruise in Italy is recommended at any time of year, the most popular months are from May through to September. The off-peak winter season (November to April) is also pleasant, featuring discounted cruise rates, mild weather and fewer crowds at the tourist attractions. A cruise of Italy and the luxurious beauty it holds is a fantastic vacation experience!

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