Tour Dolomites, Lake Garda & Venice Ride

Accommodation

We use a variety of three- and four-star hotels throughout with en suite facilities. They may be either in the towns themselves or in the surrounding countryside and are selected based on a combination of service levels, cleanliness, location and value. Examples of hotels used: Trento: Hotel America Desenzano: Hotel Bonotto or Hotel Piroscafo Verona: Hotel Scalzi Vicenza: Hotel Cristina Padova: Hotel Casa del Pellegrino

Guide

Normally seven to 16 plus leader. A cycling leader rides with the group at all times.

Others

All transport and listed activities Arrival & departure transfersLocal bike hire London flights (if booking incl. flights) Local bike hire (Excluding E-bikes) Lake Garda ferry

Transport

Transfers to and from the airport will be by private vehicle (normally minibus). There is a support vehicle following the group most of the time, which will also carry your baggage between hotels and be available on request for assistance or if you choose to stop cycling for the day; however, please be aware it has limited seats. A guide cycles with the group at all times.

Meals

All breakfasts are included on this trip. For breakfast you can expect a continental-style buffet including cold meats, eggs, cheese, breads, pastries, jam, tea and coffee. For lunch and dinner, our leader can recommend his favourite restaurants based on your budget and preferences. As you would expect from a holiday in Italy, the standard of food and drink throughout the tour is extremely high and varied as we head from the mountains to the coast. Expect plenty of pizza and pasta dishes but also lots of seafood options on restaurant menus too. This trip passes through several wine-producing regions; if possible, we will stop at one or two during the week.

Not included:

Others

— Travel insurance — Visa and vaccinations — Single accommodation (available on request) — Local city taxes (approximately €15) — E-bike hire

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Start Trento
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Start Trento

The trip starts in Trento, a city nestled in the Adige River Valley in the Trentino-Alto Adige province. A cosmopolitan hub and centre for industry, education, science and finance, Trento is one of the most prosperous cities in Italy with an atmospheric historic centre of well-preserved Medieval and Renaissance buildings. After check-in, there may be time to go into town before our evening meal and trip briefing.
Day 2 Day 2: Morning Train To Bolzano, Capital City Of The South Tyrol. Cycle On Quiet Roads Following The Adige River Back To Trento (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Morning Train To Bolzano, Capital City Of The South Tyrol. Cycle On Quiet Roads Following The Adige River Back To Trento (Breakfast)

After breakfast, we take a 40-minute train ride to Bolzano, the capital city of the South Tyrol surrounded by powerful peaks. We can familiarise ourselves with the bikes on a short tour around the historic centre. From here, we will cycle south along the Adige River, following quiet undulating roads, with an overall ascent of approximately 985ft (300m). Cycling through orchards and vineyards, we pass Lake Caldaro and the lovely villages of Ora, Egna and Salorno. This area is well known for producing wine, accounting for three-quarters of the output in South Tyrol. We arrive back in Trento in the late afternoon and spend a second night at our central hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Continue Riding Along The River To Lake Garda. A 3Hr Ferry Cruise Takes Us To The South Shore Of The Lake (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Continue Riding Along The River To Lake Garda. A 3Hr Ferry Cruise Takes Us To The South Shore Of The Lake (Breakfast)

We continue along the Adige until we reach Rovereto and Mori. From here, we head west towards the northern shores of Lake Garda. After some short ascents, we cycle down to Torbole and then onto the elegant resort of Riva del Garda, which has plenty of bars and restaurants along the lake shore and a lovely beach. Later in the afternoon, we take the ferry to the southern end of the lake, leaving Trentino and heading towards the Veneto region. A lake cruise allows us to enjoy the splendid landscape and relax before we reach our final destination of the day, Desenzano, where we take a short walk from the ferry port to reach our hotel for the night.
Day 4 Day 4: From Lake Garda, We Cycle To Verona, Made Famous By Shakespeare’S ‘Romeo And Juliet’ (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: From Lake Garda, We Cycle To Verona, Made Famous By Shakespeare’S ‘Romeo And Juliet’ (Breakfast)

Cycling mainly on quiet roads and cycle paths today, we make our way to Verona, which, is arguably the most beautiful city in Veneto. The arena is one of the many Roman monuments we can discover there, while other places of interest are the Basilica San Zeno and, of course, Juliet’s house and balcony. In the evening briefing, the tour guide will discuss tomorrow’s route and there will be a group vote on which of the two options to take.
Day 5 Day 5: Cycle To Vicenza, Riding Through Vineyards (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Cycle To Vicenza, Riding Through Vineyards (Breakfast)

Today’s route depends on what was decided in last night’s group vote. The more challenging route through the Colli Berici covers 47mi (75km) with a total ascent of 2,190ft (667m). It also has a 3mi (5km) climb, the longest of the tour, but you are rewarded with scenic views. The easier route runs along the foot of the Colli Berici, covering 46mi (74km) but with a lower total ascent (1,375ft/419m). Either way, our destination for the day is Vicenza. The old city centre is a jewel of Renaissance architecture: private palaces, public buildings and the basilica are testaments to the work of Andrea Palladio, one of the most renowned architects in Italy. A visit to the best ice cream parlour in Vicenza is a great reward after today’s ride.
Day 6 Day 6: Pass The Palladian Villa Rotonda And The Rolling Hills Of Monte Berici As We Cycle To Padua (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Pass The Palladian Villa Rotonda And The Rolling Hills Of Monte Berici As We Cycle To Padua (Breakfast)

Today we can take in some of the greenest and most stunning views of the Veneto countryside. Leaving Vicenza, we cycle past beautiful Palladian villas and we reach the hillier region of Monti Berici. We continue along the Bacchiglione River, on relatively quiet and flat roads, to the fascinating city of Padua (Padova in Italian), which is known for the Scrovegni Chapel, painted by Giotto, and the Prato della Valle, one of the biggest squares in Europe.
Day 7 Day 7: To The Enchanting City Of Venice; Sightseeing On Foot (Breakfast,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: To The Enchanting City Of Venice; Sightseeing On Foot (Breakfast,Dinner)

This morning, we transfer to Venice by train (approximately 30 minutes). Once in the heart of the Floating City, we can explore the labyrinth of narrow streets, bridges and waterways. We see famous sights including Doge’s Palace, the Rialto Bridge and, of course, Piazza San Marco. After exploring the city, we can enjoy a relaxed evening – speak to your tour leader to organise an optional gondola ride – before returning to our hotel in Padua by train. A dinner is included this evening.
Day 8 Day 8: End Padua (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: End Padua (Breakfast)

The trip ends in Padua after breakfast. However, if you would prefer to extend your stay and explore a little more, speak to your sales representative.

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Itinerary of your trip Dolomites, Lake Garda & Venice Ride

Day 1: Start Trento

Day 2: Morning Train To Bolzano, Capital City Of The South Tyrol. Cycle On Quiet Roads Following The Adige River Back To Trento (Breakfast)

Day 3: Continue Riding Along The River To Lake Garda. A 3Hr Ferry Cruise Takes Us To The South Shore Of The Lake (Breakfast)

Day 4: From Lake Garda, We Cycle To Verona, Made Famous By Shakespeare’S ‘Romeo And Juliet’ (Breakfast)

Day 5: Cycle To Vicenza, Riding Through Vineyards (Breakfast)

Day 6: Pass The Palladian Villa Rotonda And The Rolling Hills Of Monte Berici As We Cycle To Padua (Breakfast)

Day 7: To The Enchanting City Of Venice; Sightseeing On Foot (Breakfast,Dinner)

Day 8: End Padua (Breakfast)

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