Veneto Highlights
Venice, Vineyards and Waterways
Independent or guided Cycling Tour

A varied and interesting tour introducing you to some of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the Veneto region, this holiday allows you to enjoy cycling along quiet country roads, past vineyards and next to canals.

Detailed information

	Detailed itinerary
	Your accommodation and meals
	Departure dates and prices
	Bike details
	Travel options
	Average temperature

Detailed itinerary

This tour based in northern Italy takes you along cycle paths and roads (mostly quiet, but in sections, busy) through undulating countryside. Please note that you will need to take your bike over some of the bridges in Venice to get to your hotel. If you would prefer to avoid this, please let us know, and we can arrange for you to stay in Mestre, a short train or bus ride from Venice. This holiday is suitable for families.

Day 1: Arrival in Vicenza
Take a little time to get to know this lovely city known for its Palladio architecture.

Day 2: Vicenza to Bassano del Grappa
25 miles
Pick up your bicycle this morning and begin your tour to the town of Marostica, with its castle and Chess Square. Continue to the charming town of Bassano del Grappa.

Day 3: Bassano del Grappa to Treviso
36 miles
Cycle amidst the Prosecco vineyards and visit Villa Barbaro - a famous Palladio villa. In Treviso explore the tiny streets and canals that criss-cross the city.

Day 4: Treviso to Mestre/Venice
24 miles
Follow the old waterway from Treviso to Mestre and from here cycle or catch a train into the beautiful city of Venice.

Day 5: Venice to Chioggia
19 miles
Catch a ferry to the narrow island of the Lido and cycle along the seashore before taking another ferry to Pellestrina island. A motor boat then transfers you to Chioggia - a miniature Venice filled with cobblestone streets, canals and a well-known fish market.

Day 6: Chioggia to Padua
37 miles
Cycling along ancient navigable canals, you arrive at the Riviera del Brenta, famous for the beautiful Villa Pisani with its maze and gardens, and Padua, known for its university.

Day 7: Padua to Vicenza
30 miles
Visit the beautiful Scrovegni Chapel before leaving Padua and cycling onto the Caves of Costozza. Stop for a drink in the ice cave of Villa da Schio before continuing onwards to Vicenza.

Day 8: Departure day

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Your accommodation and meals

You will stay in double or twin rooms in 3-4* accommodation along the route. Your luggage is transported to each overnight stay for you, so you can relax and enjoy the cycling.

You can choose whether to take your holiday on a Bed & Breakfast only basis, or whether to choose the Half Board option, which includes 6 evening meals (the night in Venice is on Bed & Breakfast basis). Please note that evening meals may be in your hotel or a nearby restaurant.

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Departure dates & prices

Prices include:

• Accommodation for 7 nights
• Meals as selected
• Bicycle hire
• 1 waterproof panier
• 1 handlebar bag
• Water bottle (to keep)
• 1 repair kit
• 1 lock
• Route description and maps
• Luggage transport
• Emergency hotline

Guided holiday also includes:

• 6 evening meals
• Tour guide
• Support van
• Ferry transfer to Chioggia
• Final evening drink

Please note that on the guided tour, the group stays in Mestre, outside Venice centre instead of in Venice.

Departure dates - Independent tour departs Saturdays and Sundays from Vicenza, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from Treviso, 1 April - 27 October 2008

Departure dates - Guided tour departs Saturdays on 3 & 17 May, 12 July, 23 August and 6 September 2008

Children's seats and trail gators are available on request. A helmet is not included but can be requested and paid for on arrival. Train and ferry tickets are not included on independent holidays.

Single room supplement: £17 per night
Extra night in Venice: £65 per person sharing twin/double room
Extra night in Vicenza, Padua, Treviso or Mestre: £46

* Prices vary and will be confirmed when you make a booking.

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Bike details

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Travel options

Suggested times and points of departure - please call us to discuss the most suitable flights and latest prices.

Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 05/11/2007 (provisional)

Transfer to Vicenza: 1hr by train (payable locally)

Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.

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Airport Lounges: To book aiport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.

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Average temperature

The average daytime temperatures for this region is listed below:

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