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Italy's Venice lands 8-day Self-guided Cycling Tour Level 1
Cycling this sophisticated corner of Italy is a real pleasure: admire the elegant villas of the Venetian nobility, scattered in the whole region... discover Vicenza, architect Palladio’s personal “showcase” and part of the World Heritage List since 1994... taste a typical “grappa” in Bassano, famous also for its covered wooden bridge... cycle the Prosecco vineyards between Asolo and Treviso... explore the timeless fascination of Venice by foot and by water... take a walk in the charming Chioggia, affectionately known as “Little Venice”... take a relaxing break among the hills in the largest European thermal resort... discover the city centre of Padua, home to one of the oldest Italian (and European) universities. This tour is among European classics, curling between the Alps and the Adriatic sea.
The itinerary is completely in the low-lands except for the 1 km slope in Asolo. You will ride on secondary streets with low traffic and paved bike paths.Leisure cycling in mostly flat areas, with only a few short ups and downs. Little effort required, suitable for everyone.
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Vicenza.
Individual arrival. A nice and cosy historical city centre characterized by the buildings of the famous architect Andrea Palladio (16th century).
Vicenza – Bassano del Grappa 40 km
From Vicenza you cycle towards Marostica, famous for its castle and the chessboard in the main square. The last stop is Bassano del Grappa with its covered wooden bridge and the “grappa”.
Bassano del Grappa – Treviso 60 km
You enter Asolo, which presents us the only real uphill section our ride. The downhill run takes you to the land of Prosecco vineyards and on Maser, until you reach Treviso, whose city centre is characterised by ancient waterways.
Treviso – Mestre/Venice 20/45 km
Leaving Treviso behind you, follow the course of the River Sile up to Casale. At the end of the trip Venice awaits you for an evening among canals and narrow streets. Accommodation in Mestre: a supplement applies for lodging in Venice.
Mestre/Venice – Chioggia 35 km
Leaving Mestre this morning, you head into Venice pedalling on the 4 km bridge “della Libertà”, then to Tronchetto harbour. From here you take a ferry along the canal Giudecca to Lido. This is the most exciting day, pedalling on two narrow islands that divide the sea from the lagoon: the island of Lido, with the ancient hamlet of Malamocco, once capital of the Serenissima Republic, and the island of Pellestrina, with its long wild beaches
Chioggia – Padua thermal district 55 km
You will be pedalling along the river Bacchiglione, which carried trade in and out of Venice in this area centuries ago. Once at the foot of the Euganean Hills, you will have the chance to relax in a 4* spa resort in the largest European thermal district.
Padua thermal district – Vicenza 60 km
Along the cycle path of the Battaglia Canal you will pass through Padua, home to one of the oldest Italian universities. Worth visiting are the great basilica dedicated to St. Anthony, the historic Caffè Pedrocchi and Prato della Valle, the biggest square in Italy. The Bacchiglione River points the way out of the the city and you reach Costozza, a little town at the foot of the Berici hills. The bike path passes in front of Villa Rotonda, the most famous of the Palladian villas.
Vicenza
Departure after breakfast.
Due to organisational reasons, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during the holiday. Along the way you may find temporary deviations (for example road works) which cannot be foreseen: in this case each rider can decide autonomously how to deal with these stretches.
Tours marked with are special prices.
Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
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Mar 31 2024 | Apr 07 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Apr 02 2024 | Apr 09 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Apr 07 2024 | Apr 14 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Apr 09 2024 | Apr 16 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Apr 14 2024 | Apr 21 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Apr 16 2024 | Apr 23 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Apr 21 2024 | Apr 28 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Apr 23 2024 | Apr 30 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Apr 28 2024 | May 05 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Apr 30 2024 | May 07 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
May 05 2024 | May 12 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
May 07 2024 | May 14 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
May 12 2024 | May 19 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
May 14 2024 | May 21 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
May 19 2024 | May 26 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
May 21 2024 | May 28 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
May 26 2024 | Jun 02 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
May 28 2024 | Jun 04 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 02 2024 | Jun 09 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 04 2024 | Jun 11 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 09 2024 | Jun 16 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 11 2024 | Jun 18 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 16 2024 | Jun 23 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 18 2024 | Jun 25 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 23 2024 | Jun 30 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 25 2024 | Jul 02 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jun 30 2024 | Jul 07 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 02 2024 | Jul 09 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 07 2024 | Jul 14 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 09 2024 | Jul 16 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 14 2024 | Jul 21 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 16 2024 | Jul 23 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 21 2024 | Jul 28 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 23 2024 | Jul 30 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 28 2024 | Aug 04 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Jul 30 2024 | Aug 06 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 04 2024 | Aug 11 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 06 2024 | Aug 13 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 11 2024 | Aug 18 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 13 2024 | Aug 20 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 18 2024 | Aug 25 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 20 2024 | Aug 27 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 25 2024 | Sep 01 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Aug 27 2024 | Sep 03 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Sep 01 2024 | Sep 08 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Sep 03 2024 | Sep 10 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,120€ | ||
Double rooms | 850€ | |||||
Sep 08 2024 | Sep 15 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Sep 10 2024 | Sep 17 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Sep 15 2024 | Sep 22 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Sep 17 2024 | Sep 24 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Sep 22 2024 | Sep 29 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Sep 24 2024 | Oct 01 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 1,070€ | ||
Double rooms | 800€ | |||||
Sep 29 2024 | Oct 06 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Oct 01 2024 | Oct 08 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Oct 06 2024 | Oct 13 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Oct 08 2024 | Oct 15 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ | |||||
Oct 13 2024 | Oct 20 2024 | 8 | Single rooms | 940€ | ||
Double rooms | 670€ |
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