A diverse region located along the shores of the Adriatic Sea and at the foot of the Dolomite mountains, the Veneto, once part the Venetian Republic, is a remarkable reflection of Italian history and style: full of Renaissance art, fine food and wine. Our bike rides retrace old trade routes that were used to transfer goods brought in from the Far East to various trading posts, whom dispersed the goods throughout Europe. We wonder through the flat farmlands passing stately 16th & 17th century villas, trace along the volcanic hills and long dried up inland seas, then into the foothills of the Pre-alps. By day we follow classic local bike routes while learning about the history, culture, local food and wine products. In the evening we treat ourselves to the great foods and wines we have seen during our ride, savoring parts of the dolce vita with classic Veneto cuisine, all the while being hosted in opulent villa hotels.

A look at our tour

We begin our adventure with a ride along the Brenta River with a special tour of Villa Pisani,  that once hosted Napoleon. Our next stop is Vicenza, the “City of Palladio” and the Tocai Rosso wine road. Then it is on to Asolo, considered by many to be the quintessential Italian town. It is a tiny hamlet with an abundance of quaint, winding streets and a graceful piazza overlooking the valley. On our way we stop to explore Palladio villas and fortified cities from the past. We visit Bassano Del Grappa, famous for its strong grappa made from a distillation of local grapes. We sample the grappa, which ranges in taste from a mild honey to a fiery, herb-infused concoction, then head into the foothills and vineyards of the Strada del Prosecco, to taste some of the sparkling wine which has made this area so famous. Passing the the walled city of Treviso there is the Pinarello bicycle factory and the national park along the Sile River. Closing out the week is a ride to Oderzo with its Roman origins, following the Piave River, where Ernest Hemingway was wounded in the Great, War to arrive just outside of Venice at Mestre.  

DAY TO DAY AT A GLANCE

• DAY 1: WELCOME AND RIDE TO MIRANO
• DAY 2: RIVIERA DEL BRENTA
• DAY 3: THE VENETIAN PLAIN: ABANO TERME TO VICENZA
• DAY 4: VICENZA - CITTADELLA - CASTELFRANCO - ASOLO
• DAY 5: ASOLO TO BASSANO DEL GRAPPA ASOLO
• DAY 6: ASOLO - VALDOBBIADENE - TREVISO
• DAY 7: TREVISO - ODERZO - VENICE
• DAY 8: ARRIVEDERCI!!!

Biking works up our appetites for some wonderful Northern Italian meals. The noble region of the Veneto is home to risotto and polenta as well as homemade pastas spiced with radicchio, rucola and endive. Seafood lovers will rejoice in the freshly caught frutti di mare prepared in the Venetian tradition.

This tour is for easy to moderate riders who like a bit of bike with their food and wine, while staying in upper scale hotels. This is also a great route for strong riders traveling with a companion who rides as a different pace.  Plenty to explore along the way and lots of extra climbs and loops to add  challenges to your day.  

Easy, self-guided or guided hotel tour. Routes are mainly flat up until day 5. On day 6 there are 3 to 4 easy rolling hills and on the 7th day 2 small climbs and a moderate descent. Daily cycling ranges from 22 to 41 miles (35 to 65 km). Routes take place on mostly asphalted bike paths & secondary roads, avoiding traffic as much as possible.

Self Guided Tour

• 7 nights accommodations
• Breakfast buffets
• Personal welcome briefing
• Luggage transfers
• hybrid bicycle
• GPS with all routes uploaded
• Travel Booklet with Route descriptions & maps, what to see, what to eat (1 set per booked room)
• Airport pick and transfer to first hotel
• 7-day service hotline

Additional services for the guided tour:

Experienced travel guide
2 dinners
Entrance fees & guided tours according to program
Guided walks in Bassano del Grappa & Treviso
City tour in Vicenza
Ferry, train, & bus transfers during tour

For more trip details, tour dates and daily outline of rides contact us via email at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You can also set up a web chat to review and ask any questions. Each program can be adjusted to meet group needs. 

Self Guided Tours Costs are based on quality of hotel selected. For specific cost contact us.

Guided Tours Cost are for groups not exceeding 8 persons but a min. of 2 persons for tour to go.