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Venice lands
- IT021 / Italy
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Comfort and accommodation
Four levels of comfort to describe the different types of accommodation.
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- Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
- 8 days
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- round tour Venice - Vicenza - Venice
- Discount for 3rd person in room
Highlights
A circular route that winds between elegant art cities and industrious countryside, to discover by bike the two souls of Veneto: active and modern on the one hand, slower-moving and more traditional on the other. An ideal cycling trip amidst the beauty of this region, to appreciate its art and history, ride among lush vineyards and, last but not least, enjoy its culinary specialties. Along the way you have the opportunity to admire real architectural gems, such as the ancient and elegant villas that stand out along the Brenta River, between Venice and Padua, but also towns and villages with an ancient flavor. Some examples? Vicenza, Treviso and Asolo, which is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
- Two overnights in the Euganean Hills, Europe’s largest spa area
- The city of the famous Renaissance architect Palladio: Vicenza
- A taste of grappa, a popular distilled spirit produced from grape pomace in Bassano
What awaits you
An easy week of leisurely cycling suitable for everyone. The route is mostly flat, except for reaching Arquà Petrarca, a one-kilometer climb to Asolo and a few short ups and downs. You'll ride on low-traffic secondary roads and paved bike paths. Greater care should be taken when entering and leaving cities, as there may be a bit more traffic, especially near Treviso.
Accommodation
The hotels on this tour have been carefully selected for you. They are easily accessible from the indicated route and located near major points of interest. Breakfast is always included.
1. Arrival in Mestre, the mainland of Venice.
2. From Mestre to the green of the Euganean Hills
In the morning you leave Mestre and start cycling into the Veneto countryside through rural villages on quiet roads, following the Brenta Canal, overlooked by the villas of the ancient Venetian nobility. You can admire Villa Valmarana and Villa Seriman Widmann-Foscari in Mira, Villa Pisani and Villa Foscarini Rossi in Stra, Villa Giovanelli in Noventana. Arriving at the foothills of the Euganean Hills, an evening of relaxation awaits you in Europe’s largest spa area, in a village nestled in the green hills of the Euganean Hills regional park.
Shorten the stage You have the option of shortening the stage by taking a train from Mestre station to Padua, or from Padua to Battaglia Terme/Terme Euganee-Abano-Montegrotto.
3. Round tour in the Euganean Hills - gardens, villas and castles
Today you have the chance to explore the Regional Park of the Euganean Hills and its beautiful attractions. Start by visiting the gardens of Villa Barbarigo in Valsanzibio, which is one of the most important examples of a classical Italian garden and even features a real labyrinth. After that, explore the medieval towns of Arquà Petrarca and Monselice, known for its town walls. Follow the cycle path of the Vigenzone canal to reach the hamlet of Pontemanco with its mills. Continue through Mezzavia, where the Castle of San Pelagio houses the Air Museum showcasing the history of human flight, from Leonardo da Vinci to the Mongolfier brothers to Neil Armstrong. On your way back, don’t forget to visit the Catajo Castle.
4. Cycling in the Venetian plain to Vicenza
As you leave the Euganean Hills, make your way toward the Bacchiglione River embankment, which will lead you to Vicenza, today’s destination. Just before entering the city, be sure to take in the sights of Villa Capra (also known as the Rotonda), considered Palladio’s masterpiece villa, and Villa Valmarana ai Nani, which features a grand fresco cycle by Tiepolo. Once you arrive in the city centre take a walk in Piazza dei Signori, with its famous Basilica, and Corso Palladio, where you can admire both Venetian palaces and neoclassical buildings, and the world-famous Teatro Olimpico, the oldest permanent indoor theatre of modern times.
5. On your way to Bassano del Grappa and its Ponte Vecchio
Today’s destination is Bassano. This characteristic city is known for the famous drink “grappa” and for the “Ponte Vecchio,” also known as the Bridge of the Alpini. This is a historic covered wooden bridge, which spans the Brenta River in the center of the city. Repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt, it owes its current appearance to a Palladian design. On your way to Bassano, we recommend a stop in Sandrigo, home of the renowned Vicenza-style salt cod, and also in Marostica, a medieval town famous for its Chess Square, used every two years for a chess game with living characters.
6. Cycling through rolling hills and...glasses of prosecco, heading to Treviso
Wave goodbye to bustling Bassano, as you get on your bike and set off for Asolo. Asolo is a jewel of medieval times, considered one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, with its lovely cobblestone streets and stone houses with panoramic gardens overlooking the valley below. Continuing on, you find yourself in the lands of the Prosecco vineyards, recognisable by the terraced hillsides. The Prosecco Hills have been inscribed on the World Heritage List as a cultural landscape.
In Maser, you can admire another Palladian masterpiece, Villa Barbaro, frescoed by Paolo Veronese. Off again on the pedals to Treviso, unique with its small canals and mills, which characterize the city center. Treviso is full of beautiful sights, from neoclassical buildings to houses displaying flower-filled balconies.
7. Arrival in the Venetian Lagoon, along ancient waterways
From Treviso, follow the Sile River Greenway, a beautiful bike path along the towpaths of the Sile that takes you through a peaceful landscape characterised by small villages nestled on the river. Don’t miss the striking Cimitero dei Burci (ship graveyard) in Casier, where you can admire the half-sunken remains of these large wooden boats, used until the 1970s to transport goods along the Sile. Today’s destination is Mestre, the mainland of Venice.
Shorten the stage You can shorten the stage by taking a train from Quarto d’Altino station to Mestre, on the Treviso-Mestre railway route.
8. End of tour in Mestre
After breakfast, end of services. If you still have time, take the opportunity to reach Venice and visit its most emblematic sights: St. Mark’s Square, with its breathtaking monuments, the sestiere of Castello to Campo dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo with its imposing Gothic basilica, and finally the famous Rialto Bridge with its fish market.
Mainly 3* hotels
All rooms have en suite facilities. Most hotels have air conditioning while some smaller hotels can be without air conditioning.
2025
Multiple departures
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Mainly 4* hotels, with some 3* hotels.
All rooms have en suite facilities. Most hotels have air conditioning while some smaller hotels can be without air conditioning.
2025
Multiple departures
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Accommodation
- 7 nights accommodation
Meals
- 7 breakfasts
Hotels usually serve a continental breakfast. However, in some smaller hotels you may find the typical Italian breakfast, consisting of a hot drink, such as cappuccino or coffee, with fresh pastries, such as cake, croissants or toast and jam.
Luggage transfer
Your luggage will be transported from hotel to hotel starting from the first day of the standard tour until the last day of the tour.
For the luggage transportation we accept only 1 piece of luggage per person with max. 20 kg.
The service is not included in case of extra nights before or after the standard tour.
Before your departure, you will receive detailed guidance on allowable baggage, luggage labels, service hours.
Tour information
Before departure you will receive by email:
- the link to download the tour information material in Pdf (Tour notes and Final tour details)
- the hotel list
- the hotel vouchers to show to the hotel reception upon arrival
- the link to download the App including maps, roadbook, points of interest and GPS tracks (you can use the App offline, too)
- the ice cream voucher
When you arrive at the first hotel you will find the luggage labels.
Assistance
In the Final Tour Details you will find the contact phone numbers you can call during the tour in case of emergency.
Additional services included
- 1 ice cream per person in the best ice cream parlour in Vicenza
Cancellation policy
In the event of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances occurring at the place of destination or in its immediate surrounding area and having a substantial impact on the execution of the package or on the transport of travellers towards the destination, the traveller has the right to withdraw from the agreement before using the package, without paying withdrawal costs.
In all the other cases of withdrawal from the travel agreement, the traveller is always required to pay a withdrawal penalty. Read more
Withdrawal penalties
- 20% up to 30 days prior to departure date
- 25% from 29 to 21 days prior to departure date
- 50% from 20 to 14 days prior to departure date
- 80% from 13 to 6 days prior to departure date
- 100% from 5 days prior to departure date and no-show
Round trip
Travel to and from start and finish points not included
To pay on the spot
- Meals not mentioned in the section “What’s included”
- Tourist taxes (10-20€ per person)
They must be paid directly by you at check-in or check-out at the hotels. This fee varies depending on the hotel category, on the season and the number of days of stay. - Access Fee for the ancient city of Venice (to be defined)
- Tips
Rental bikes and accessories
You can rent Girolibero bikes and accessories.
You can also cycle with your own bike, just make sure that all parts are functioning properly.
Additional excluded services
- Accommodation in single room
- Extra nights
It is possible to book extra nights in Mestre before or after the tour. Rental bikes are not included in case of extra nights. - Everything not mentioned in the section “What’s included”
You can rent the bike type that suits you best. You will find it at the starting point of the tour and you have to return it at the end of the last cycling stage: easy, isn’t it? Touring bikes, electric bikes, tandems, accessories: our mechanics know them down to the last bolt, assemble them and continually overhaul them at our headquarters or at the nearest base of operations. The rental of Girolibero bikes includes insurance against theft and irreparable damage. See Girolibero bikes in detail.
Unisex touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- the only one suitable with children’s accessories
Unisex touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- the only one suitable with children’s accessories
Specifically assembled by our mechanics, our touring bikes feature components and accessories that make it reliable and easy to ride, a perfect companion for your bike tour. Furthermore, thanks to the step-through frame, getting on and off your bike is easier.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12,5 l)
- repair kit (1 per room)
- handlebar bag (1 per room)
- lock
On guided tours, the handlebar bag and repair kit are only provided to those who ride individually.
Bosch unisex e-bike
- 28” wheel
- 9 speed
- disc brakes
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Bosch unisex e-bike
- 28” wheel
- 9 speed
- disc brakes
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Our e-bike is the right choice if you do not feel trained enough to spend more days on a saddle. You can easily adjust the assistance of the electric motor: from a mild pedaling support, to a more intense boost, which is especially useful on starts and uphill climbs. The battery charge covers an entire cycling stage, or even more if you don’t use it at full power all the time, and you can recharge it at the end of the day at the hotel .
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- frame lock
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12,5 l)
- handlebar bag (1 per room)
- battery charger
- battery key
- repair kit
- lock
Men's touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Men's touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Specifically assembled by our mechanics, our touring bikes feature components and accessories that make it reliable and easy to ride, a perfect companion for your bike tour.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12,5 l)
- repair kit (1 per room)
- lock
- handlebar bag (1 per room)
On guided tours, the handlebar bag and repair kit are only provided to those who ride individually.
Men's Hybrid Bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- suitable for individuals with a body height of 165 cm and above
Men's Hybrid Bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- suitable for individuals with a body height of 165 cm and above
A sportier, lighter model with thinner tires than the touring bike. Straight handlebars allow a comfortable stance while pedaling.
Handlebar bag
- dimensions: 27cm x 18cm
- depth: 6cm
- 4 velcro straps
Handlebar bag
- dimensions: 27cm x 18cm
- depth: 6cm
- 4 velcro straps
Ortlieb bag
- material: PD620/PS490 waterproof
- dimensions: 30×25×14 cm. (HxWxD)
- weight: 1300 g
- capacity: 12,5 l
Ortlieb bag
- material: PD620/PS490 waterproof
- dimensions: 30×25×14 cm. (HxWxD)
- weight: 1300 g
- capacity: 12,5 l
Waterproof side bag whose compact size makes it the ideal partner for short trips or shopping. Through the QL1 mounting system, it can be quickly and easily attached to the bike.
Repair Kit
Kit includes:
- 1 pump
- 1 inner tube
- 2 allen keys
- tyre levers
- patch
- glue
Repair Kit
Kit includes:
- 1 pump
- 1 inner tube
- 2 allen keys
- tyre levers
- patch
- glue
A repair kit (one for every two bikes) containing what is needed to change the inner tube in case of a puncture is provided for each reservation.
Mobile phone holder, which one to choose?
- Girolibero handlebar bag
- Generic phone holders
- SP Connect™ mount, the best on the market
Mobile phone holder, which one to choose?
- Girolibero handlebar bag
- Generic phone holders
- SP Connect™ mount, the best on the market
To attach your smartphone to the handlebar you have 3 options:
- use the Girolibero handlebar bag supplied free of charge (1 per room)
- buy a mobile phone holder in sports shops or major e-commerce outlets: for € 18-25 we recommend the models that clamp your mobile phone and its case like a vise.
- order the best product on the market, SP Connect™ with a special discount. The SP Connect™ mount is attached to the handlebar and works only with a special phone case. This case, which can also be used in everyday life, is slightly thicker than normal cases and is fixed to the handlebar mount with a simple click. The main advantage is that it is easy to attach and remove your phone, so you can immediately use it to take pictures or make calls, as well as grab it quickly when you want to stop cycling and have a break. Also, there are many other available accessories, including those for your car and writing desk. We recommend the Velcro Universal Mount SPC+ which costs € 29.90, which you can buy with a special 20% discount. The compatible phone case must be purchased separately and the price varies depending on your phone model. Visit the official SP Connect™ website and use the discount code TRAVEL20, which applies to all products.
Route profile
- Level: medium-easy
- Total length: 300 km
- Terrain: 80% tarmac, 20% unpaved
- Train connection among the overnight stays: day 5, 6 and 7
- Possibility to shorten the itinerary by taking the train: day 2 and 7
How to get there
Mestre is the starting point of the tour to be reached independently.
By plane
Mestre is connected with the following airports:
Venice: 10 km, Treviso: 35 km, Verona 120 km, Trieste 120 km.
From Venezia Marco Polo airport (VCE):
- ATVO shuttle bus or bus ACTV line 15 to Venezia Mestre train station (approx. 20/25 min)
From Treviso Canova airport (TSF):
- taxi or Airlink shuttle bus to Treviso train station. From here train to Venezia Mestre train station (approx. 30 min)
- alternatively, ATVO shuttle bus to Venezia Mestre train station (approx. 1 hour)
From Verona Villafranca Catullo airport (VRN):
- Airlink shuttle bus to Verona Porta Nuova train station (approx. 15 min). From here train to Venezia Mestre train station (approx. 60/120 min)
From Trieste Ronchi dei Legionari airport (TRS):
- train directly from the airport to Venezia Mestre train station (approx. 1,5 hours)
For an overview of prices, airlines and flight schedules we suggest rome2rio.com or Google Maps, which also show options via train or bus, even for the last mile. For reliability and security, we recommend purchasing your flight on the official website of your chosen airline.
Trains
Venezia Mestre is the closest train station. For further information on timetables and prices you can consult theTrenitalia official website.
Car
If you arrive by car, you can park in Mestre for the whole duration of the tour. Some hotels have a private parking place or garage, while in other cases you have to use alternative car parks. No reservation is possible and you have to pay on site. You’ll receive all relevant information in the Final Tour Details.
Documents
If you are a citizen of the EU or of a Schengen country – i.e. most EU countries and four European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland – you are free to travel to other Schengen countries without having to go through border controls.
Even if you don’t need a passport for border checks within the Schengen area, it is still always highly recommended to take a passport or ID card with you.
If you are a non-EU national wishing to visit or travel within the EU, you will need a passport:
- valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave the EU country you are visiting,
- which was issued within the previous 10 years
- and possibly a visa
You should apply for a visa from the consulate or embassy of the country you are visiting. If your visa is from a Schengen area country, it automatically allows you to travel to the other Schengen countries as well.
Do not forget your travel, health and/or car insurance documents.
For further information visit Your Europe official website.
Do not forget your travel, health and/or car insurance documents.
Always thoroughly check the document you travel with: expiration date and integrity.
Registration of documents is compulsory at check-in in hotels.
Language and time zone
The official language is Italian.
Italy is in the Central European Time (CET) Zone, 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT), and observes Daylight Saving Time.
Internet, telephone, electricity
Internet and telephone
With a European SIM card, roaming services are free throughout Europe. Please check your rates with your mobile/internet provider before departure.
The international phone prefix for Italy is +39.
Emergency telephone numbers
112 – Common Emergency Number. This is the European emergency number which can be called in any emergency from any telephone (landline and mobile phone). Calls are free.
113 – Police Help Number
115 – Fire Department
118 – Medical Emergencies
Electricity
The Italian electrical net is 220V – 50Hz.
Sockets are Schuko bipolar and comply with European regulations. In most hotels you will find adaptors for different types of plugs.
Currency
The currency in Italy is the euro (€).
Equipment and clothing
Cycling essentials
- handlebar mobile phone holder (we recommend the SP Connect™ system: if you buy it online you get a 20% discount using the code TRAVEL20)
- a power bank
- comfortable shoes with stiff soles
- padded cycling shorts
Personal equipment
- basic first aid kit which includes sticky bandages, gauze, and low-grade disinfectant
- sunglasses for eye protection
- protective sun lotion
- insect repellent
Clothes
- light weight waterproof/windproof tops
- leggings and long-sleeved tops for cooler mornings or evenings
- small close-fitting rucksack to carry small items during the day while cycling
- swimsuit
- clothes to cover your shoulders when you visit churches
Read carefully
Tour programme variations
- Due to organisational reasons, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way you may find temporary deviations caused by roadworks, which cannot be foreseen; in this case please follow the indications you will find on site.
Special diets
- If you are vegetarian, gluten-intolerant, allergic to some specific ingredients/substances or if you suffer from any other kind of allergies please indicate it at the moment of booking. We will pass the information on to the hotels, but we cannot guarantee that all dietary requests will be met. Sometimes it is difficult to find particular food, for example gluten-free food, so we suggest that you bring your own snacks just in case.
Travel insurance
- It is advisable to take out an insurance policy against expenses arising from cancellation of the tour package, accidents, luggage (loss and damage), as well as a contract covering expenses in case of repatriation. Insurance policies are not included in the tour package offered by the operator.
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