Bolzano to Venice
Italy Bike Tours
Bike in Northern Italy from the Dolomites to the Adriatic
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- Length8 days
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Overview
This extraordinary cycle tour in Italy features unique landscapes, cities of art and architecture, and the largest European thermal district.
From the majestic Dolomites, your route leads through the Adige River Valley to Trento, the crossroads between people and cultures, then leads south to the palm-lined shores of Lake Garda. Next up, is Verona, the town of Romeo and Juliet.
The architectural genius of Palladio In Vicenza, who made the town his personal showcase, will delight. Further on you will reach the Euganean Hills and their renowned thermal district, the largest in Europe. Beautiful Padua, the cradle of arts, will open the way to the Venetian lagoon, where the timeless fascination of Venice has lured passersby for centuries (and still does).
Highlights
- The vineyards of South Tyrol
- Scenic Lake Garda
- The thermal spas in Abano
- The soaring Dolomites Mountains
- Venice, the city on the water
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Itinerary
Due to organizational 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..
Day 1: Arrival in Bolzano
Day 2: Bolzano - Trento, 40/44 mi. (65/70 km)
Day 3: Trento - Desenzano/Peschiera, 31 mi. (50 km) + ferry ride
Day 4: Desenzano/Pescheira - Verona, 22/37 mi. (35/60 km)
Day 5: Verona - Vicenza, 22/44 mi. (35/70 km)
Day 6: Vicenza - Padua thermal district, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 7: Padua thermal district - Mestre/Venice, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 8: Departure from Mestre/VeniceDay 1: Arrival in Bolzano
Arrival in Bolzano, a famous commercial and tourist center, and also a historical and cultural connection between the Italian and the German world.Day 2: Bolzano - Trento, 40/44 mi. (65/70 km)
For a majority of the day, you'll cycle along the Adige River, through orchards and vineyards along the Wine Route. You will then pass through Salorno, the linguistic border between the German and Italian worlds, and finally arriving at Trento. The stage is almost completely flat, following the course of the river Adige, unless you choose the more hilly variant through the lake Caldaro/Kalterer See. It is possible to shorten the stage by taking the train. There are several train stations along the way.Elevation gain: 30/250 m
Day 3: Trento - Desenzano/Peschiera, 31 mi. (50 km) + ferry ride
Cycling along the Adige, you reach Rovereto, known for its museum of modern and contemporary art. From here, cycle westwards towards Lake Garda. After a short ascent, a refreshing descent will lead you to Torbole and to Riva. The ferry cruise takes you to the southern part of the lake.Elevation gain: 140 m
Day 4: Desenzano/Pescheira - Verona, 22/37 mi. (35/60 km)
Today you head to Verona, cycling along the Adige. Verona is one of the most important and beautiful cities in the Veneto region. Worth visiting are the Roman Arena, the Church of San Zeno, and Juliet’s House.Elevation gain: 140/260 m
Day 5: Verona - Vicenza, 22/44 mi. (35/70 km)
At first, the route starts out flat and then heads through the Monti Berici, a hilly region just south of Vicenza, with a wonderful view of the city. The old city center is characterized by beautiful private palaces and public buildings by Andrea Palladio, the famous 16th-century architect known all over the world. At the end of the stage you can choose between two options to enter Vicenza. The first one is more panoramic, even if it is more difficult due to 4km of demanding uphill across the Berici Hills. The second itinerary is easier, being entirely on level terrain, although on roads with a little more traffic. Possibility to shorten the stage by taking the train in San Bonifacio.Elevation gain: 230/440 m
Day 6: Vicenza - Padua thermal district, 31 mi. (50 km)
Cycling out of Vicenza and along the river Bacchiglione, you will come across the beautiful Palladian Villa La Rotonda. From Montegalda, you will head towards the Euganean Hills, where you will have the chance to relax in a 3- or 4-star spa resort in the largest European thermal district.Elevation gain: 30 m
Day 7: Padua thermal district - Mestre/Venice, 34 mi. (55 km)
The tour continues through the flat Veneto. You will cycle along the Battaglia Canal, passing through Padua, home to one of the oldest Italian (and European) Universities and rich in art and history. From here, along the Piovego Canal, you will reach Stra and will follow the Brenta Canal, overlooked by the countryside villas of the ancient Venetian nobility (Villa Pisani, Malcontenta, Villa Widmann) until you reach Mestre, Venice’s mainland. You can choose to stay directly in Venice with a price supplement. Please note that in Venice (apart from Piazzale Roma and the train station Santa Lucia) it is forbidden to cycle, and also to push your bike by hand.Elevation gain: 0 m
Day 8: Departure from Mestre/Venice
Departure after breakfast. Transfer back to Bolzano on request.View all our bike trips, specials, and news along with hundreds of other bike tours in Europe.
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Hotels & Bikes
Accommodations
Category A: Mainly 4-star hotels with some 3-star hotels
Category B: Mainly 3-star hotels with some 2-star hotelsBicycles
Unisex or men’s touring bike
A low entry unisex or men's frame, ideal for an upright but relaxed riding position.
- Aluminum frame
- Upright handlebar
- Comfort Selle Royale Saddle: Comfort Selle Royale
- Water bottle cage
- 27-speed (Shimano Deore)
- Flat pedal
- Mechanical V brakes
- Rear rack
- Mudguards
- 28-inch wheels
- Schwalbe anti-puncture tire
Unisex electric bike
A low entry unisex frame
- Upright handlebar
- 9-speed (Shimano Deore)
- Centrally located Bosch motor Active Line Plus (250Wh, engine torque 50 Nm)
- Bosch battery Power Pack (36V, range approx 90 km average speed on flat terrain)
- Ergonomic grip
- Selle Royal saddle
- Flat pedals
- Mechanical V-brakes
- Rear rack
- Mudguards
- 28-inch wheels
- Schwalbe Marathon Plus anti-puncture tires
Accessories
Included accessories
- Mudguards
- Trip computer
- Ortlieb pannier (12L) - The innovative QL1fixation system is easy to handle and the bags attach to the rack with one click
- Front bike map holder with removable transparent hood or Kickfix water-resistant removable rigid handlebar bag with waterproof double-sided maps envelope
- Repair kit (one kit for every two bicycles) (1 pump, 1 tube, 2 Allen keys, tyre levers, patches and mastic sealant)
Supplemental accessories
Please see pricing.
- Helmet
- Brand: Limar
- Size: one size (55 - 61)
- Adjustable size system and cool pads
- Weight: 260 g
- 10 vents with bug net
- Certified CE (TÜV) and CPSC-USA
- Child bike
- Frames that fit children
- 20/24" wheels
- FollowMe Tandem
- Latch system locking child's bike onto tail of the adult bike
- Ages 4-7
- Child trailer
- Croozer with one seat
- Ages 1-4
- Maximum weight: 35 kg
- Child seat
- Ages 1 to 5
- Maximum weight: 22 kg
- Adult tandem bike
- Front saddle can seat a child 4-15 years old
- Upright handlebars
- Selle Royal saddle
- Water bottle cage
- 11-speed (Shimano Alfine)
- Flat pedals
- Mechanical V-brakes
- Mudguards
- 26-inch wheels
- Schwalbe Marathon Plus anti-puncture tires
- Family tandem bike (1 adult + 1 child 6-8 yrs)
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 7 nights in selected category
- Breakfast buffets
- Luggage transfer (limited to 1 piece of luggage per person with max. 20 kg & please note that you cannot change the number of pieces of luggage during the tour!)
- 27-gear touring bicycle with accessories
- Bicycle protection
- App including maps, roadbook, points of interest and GPS tracks
- 4-hour ferry cruise around Lake Garda
- Ice-cream at the best ice cream parlour in Vicenza
- Train transfers
- 7-day service hotline
- GPS tracks (available on request)
What’s Not Included
- Travel to/from the start/finish
- Meals not mentioned
- Beverages
- Local hotel tourist taxes (€15-20 paid locally)
- Venice Municipality Access Fee: (approx.€3-10 per person per day - paid on site)
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
2024
Saturday & Sunday departures
March 30 - October 12, 2024Tuesday and Wednesday departures
April 30 - September 4, 2024Season 1: March 30 - April 19 & September 28 - October 12, 2024
Season 2: April 20- May 10 & September 7 - September 27, 2024
Season 3: May 11 - September 6, 2024*Special departure days possible for at least 6 people
Category A Category B Season 1 $ 1904 £ 981 $ 1,692 € 1125 kr 170498 ₪ 4598 ¥ 186031 Mex$ 20886 NZ$ 2052 NOK 13270 kr 12947 $ 1,249 $ 1667 £ 859 $ 1,481 € 985 kr 149280 ₪ 4026 ¥ 162880 Mex$ 18287 NZ$ 1796 NOK 11619 kr 11335 $ 1,093 Single supplement $ 677 £ 349 $ 602 € 400 kr 60622 ₪ 1635 ¥ 66144 Mex$ 7426 NZ$ 729 NOK 4718 kr 4603 $ 444 $ 576 £ 296 $ 511 € 340 kr 51528 ₪ 1390 ¥ 56223 Mex$ 6312 NZ$ 620 NOK 4011 kr 3913 $ 377 Season 2 $ 2125 £ 1094 $ 1,887 € 1255 kr 190200 ₪ 5130 ¥ 207528 Mex$ 23299 NZ$ 2289 NOK 14803 kr 14443 $ 1,393 $ 1888 £ 972 $ 1,677 € 1115 kr 168982 ₪ 4557 ¥ 184377 Mex$ 20700 NZ$ 2033 NOK 13152 kr 12831 $ 1,238 Single supplement $ 677 £ 349 $ 602 € 400 kr 60622 ₪ 1635 ¥ 66144 Mex$ 7426 NZ$ 729 NOK 4718 kr 4603 $ 444 $ 576 £ 296 $ 511 € 340 kr 51528 ₪ 1390 ¥ 56223 Mex$ 6312 NZ$ 620 NOK 4011 kr 3913 $ 377 Season 3 $ 2209 £ 1138 $ 1,962 € 1305 kr 197778 ₪ 5334 ¥ 215796 Mex$ 24227 NZ$ 2380 NOK 15393 kr 15018 $ 1,449 $ 1972 £ 1016 $ 1,752 € 1165 kr 176560 ₪ 4762 ¥ 192645 Mex$ 21628 NZ$ 2125 NOK 13742 kr 13407 $ 1,293 Single supplement $ 677 £ 349 $ 602 € 400 kr 60622 ₪ 1635 ¥ 66144 Mex$ 7426 NZ$ 729 NOK 4718 kr 4603 $ 444 $ 576 £ 296 $ 511 € 340 kr 51528 ₪ 1390 ¥ 56223 Mex$ 6312 NZ$ 620 NOK 4011 kr 3913 $ 377 Discounts
Category A Category B 3rd person sharing a triple room $ 339 £ 174 $ 301 € 200 kr 30311 ₪ 817 ¥ 33072 Mex$ 3713 NZ$ 365 NOK 2359 kr 2302 $ 222 $ 322 £ 166 $ 286 € 190 kr 28795 ₪ 777 ¥ 31419 Mex$ 3527 NZ$ 347 NOK 2241 kr 2187 $ 211 * A triple room is usually a room with one double bed and a single bed or a sofa bed
Extra Options
Helmet rental (head circumference from 54-61cm): $ 25 £ 13 $ 23 € 15 kr 2273 ₪ 61 ¥ 2480 Mex$ 278 NZ$ 27 NOK 177 kr 173 $ 17 Electric bicycle: $ 271 £ 140 $ 241 € 160 kr 24249 ₪ 654 ¥ 26458 Mex$ 2970 NZ$ 292 NOK 1887 kr 1841 $ 178
Transfers
Transfer Mestre-Bolzano (bike included, min. 2 persons): $ 152 £ 78 $ 135 € 90 kr 13640 ₪ 368 ¥ 14882 Mex$ 1671 NZ$ 164 NOK 1062 kr 1036 $ 100 Supplement for own bike: $ 51 £ 26 $ 45 € 30 kr 4547 ₪ 123 ¥ 4961 Mex$ 557 NZ$ 55 NOK 354 kr 345 $ 33 *Available on Saturday & Sunday (other days on request) and Tuesday only from May 7to September 10, 2024
Extra nights
Category A
Category B
Bolzano: On request On request Single room: On request On request Venice* (from): On request On request Single room: On request On request Mestre $ 142 £ 73 $ 126 € 84 kr 12731 ₪ 343 ¥ 13890 Mex$ 1559 NZ$ 153 NOK 991 kr 967 $ 93 $ 107 £ 55 $ 95 € 63 kr 9548 ₪ 257 ¥ 10418 Mex$ 1170 NZ$ 115 NOK 743 kr 725 $ 70 Single room $ 232 £ 119 $ 206 € 137 kr 20763 ₪ 560 ¥ 22654 Mex$ 2543 NZ$ 250 NOK 1616 kr 1577 $ 152 $ 178 £ 92 $ 158 € 105 kr 15913 ₪ 429 ¥ 17363 Mex$ 1949 NZ$ 191 NOK 1239 kr 1208 $ 117 It is possible to add one extra night in the middle of the tour only for departures on Saturdays. Price and availability are upon request.
Overnight in Padua instead of Padua Thermal District: Price on request
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy-to-moderate guided or self-guided hotel tour with an average daily distance between 35 to 70 km. The total elevation gain is 570 m/1,120 m. Terrain: 90% tarmac, 10% unpaved. It is possible to shorten the itinerary by taking the train on days 2, 3, 5, and 7. There are a few hilly sections, however, the climbs are short.
Airport Info
Bolzano is well connected with Verona (VRN) Innsbruck (INN), and Venice (VCE) Airports.
Local Travel
Train to Bolzano from Innsbruck Airport (2 hrs); from Verona Airport (1½ hrs); or from Venice Airport (3½ hrs).
Climate
In Italy, there are different types of climate. In Bolzano, the climate is semi-continental, and around Lake Garda, a sub-Mediterranean climate. One thing that each area has in common is hot summers. Rain can be expected throughout the year, so it is advised you pack rain gear. Please check local conditions before your arrival. Below you will find monthly weather averages for the region.
Day of Rest
If you start the tour in Bolzano on a Saturday, you can book extra nights in any of the cities along the tour.
Recommended
Extra nights in Bolzano & Venice. Also recommended in Verona & Vicenza if tour begins on Saturday.
Remarks
Electric bicycles are available (see pricing).
Important to know
DOCUMENTS
Before you travel, please check your country's passport and visa requirements and the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the US Department of State website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab in the International Travel section provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. For our other international clients, please be sure that you research your own country's travel requirements. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure proper documentation.
*Important note: Please check the status of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) as once implemented will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit.
Extra Stay
Extra nights in Bolzano and Venice (the island and mainland) available on request.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Girolibero.
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We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
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