| Cruise line | MSC Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | MSC Lirica |
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Port calls | 5 |
| Departures | 54 sailings |
| From fare | $572 per person |
| Year built | 2003 |
| Guests | 2548 |
| Cabins | 992 |
| Crew | 721 |
| Length | 275 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 22.0 kn |
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Italy Cruise from Ancona — 8 Days
7 nights · Italy · Departs Ancona (Italy) · Visiting Venice, Kotor, Mykonos Island, Syros Island · Aboard MSC Cruises on the MSC Lirica
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Day 1
Ancona, Italy
Ancona rewards travelers who look beyond the Adriatic waterfront. Greek settlers from Syracuse founded the city, whose Roman arches, medieval lanes, and hilltop cathedral still shape its character. Climb to San Ciriaco for views across the harbor, then linger over seafood and Verdicchio in the old town. The beaches and limestone cliffs of the Conero Riviera lie just south.
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Day 2
Venice, Italy
Arrive in Venice by water, where the lagoon’s canals replace ordinary streets. St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace anchor the celebrated Piazza San Marco. Take a vaporetto along the Grand Canal, then explore a quieter neighborhood on foot. Confirm your ship’s terminal and transfer arrangements before setting out; cruise access varies. Near Rialto, the market and bridge offer a lively glimpse of the city’s trade. Give yourself time to leave the main routes and follow smaller canals.
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Day 3
Kotor, Montenegro
At the head of Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, the old town sits beneath steep mountains. Enter through the Sea Gate and follow stone lanes to St Tryphon’s Cathedral. Venetian-era walls frame squares, churches, and cafés within a compact UNESCO-listed center. For a broader view, climb toward San Giovanni Fortress; the steps are demanding. Take water and allow time for the ascent, especially in summer heat. From the harbor, the bay’s changing light makes a memorable arrival and departure.
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Day 5
Mykonos Island, Greece
Mykonos rewards an early start: whitewashed lanes, blue-domed churches and waterfront cafés are quieter before the cruise crowds arrive. In Little Venice, old captains’ houses lean over the Aegean, while the island’s windmills stand above the harbor. Beyond town, beaches range from lively Psarou to the broad sands of Elia. Take a short boat ride to Delos, where ancient sanctuaries and marble streets mark one of Greece’s great archaeological sites.
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Day 6
Syros Island, Greece
Above Ermoupoli’s busy harbor, Áno Sýros keeps the quieter face of Syros. Its medieval lanes climb toward the Catholic Cathedral of Saint George, past whitewashed houses and small tavernas. Go on foot in shoes with grip, pausing for views across the Aegean and down to the neoclassical capital. This is a place for unhurried exploring, not a beach day.
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Day 8
Ancona, Italy
Ancona rewards travelers who look beyond the Adriatic waterfront. Greek settlers from Syracuse founded the city, whose Roman arches, medieval lanes, and hilltop cathedral still shape its character. Climb to San Ciriaco for views across the harbor, then linger over seafood and Verdicchio in the old town. The beaches and limestone cliffs of the Conero Riviera lie just south.
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Published August 1, 2026
Last updated October 17, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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