Venice to Bologna
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Venice to Bologna
Upcoming Dates
- October 9, 2010
- April 22, 2011
- May 20, 2011
- June 4, 2011
- August 20, 2011
- September 13, 2011
- September 25, 2011
Accommodations
Premier
Ability Level
Easy
Terrain
Flat
Distance
245 miles Daily average: 33 miles
Arriving
Venice
Departing
Castrocaro Terme or Bologna
Price
- $4,495
Single Supplement
$800
Bike Rental
Included!
A Culinary Odyssey along Coastal Lagoons and Fertile Farmlands
Highlights
- Unparalleled cycling along Venetian lagoons
- Tranquil riding on the level terrain of the Po River Delta reserve
- Views of the renowned Byzantine mosaics at the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe
- Walking tour of Venezia, Ferrara and Ravenna with a local guide
- Strolls through lively fruit and vegetable markets
- Experience the rich flavors of authentic aceto balsamico (balsamic vinegar) and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- Stays in a well-known spa resort at the end of the tour
Medieval Venice. Renaissance Ferrara. And Ravenna, light of the Dark Ages. Link them together with ventures into the simple countryside and you've got irresistible getaway through the heart of northern Italy. Flavored with hearty local food and wine, it's the perfect introduction to cycle touring - and the pleasures of Italy.
Giro del Gelato - all you can eat gelato: August 22, 2010.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Venice
After a warm-up spin along the Lido, we'll wind through Venice's famous waterways. Following dinner, enjoy a late night stroll on the Piazza San Marco.
Day 2 – Chioggia
Bike and ferry through the Veneto region to Chioggia, known as "the little Venice" with its canals, small bridges and colorful market.
Day 3—4 – Ferrara
Trace the Po along a new bike path to Ferrara, a well-preserved Renaissance town. Bicycles are the preferred mode of transport here, as its streets are closed to car traffic! Day 4, enjoy a tranquil morning loop around the surrounding fields and canals, a walking tour of Ferrara’s historic center and a tasting at the world’s oldest winery!
Day 5—6 – Ravenna
Roll through a pastoral countryside of orchards and fruit trees to Ravenna—a prominent political center during the Dark Ages. We'll stop along the way for a tasty Ciclismo Classico picnic! On Day 6’s walking tour of the city, admire the famous mosaics in the Church of San Vitale, the covered market, the leaning towers, and Dante’s tomb. We’ll also view the sparkling mosaics at Sant’Apollinare in Classe.
Day 7—8 – Castrocaro Terme
Spin through endless fruit orchards of the Emilia-Romagna region to Castrocaro Terme, a charming spa village. Day 8, enjoy a ride through rolling hills to Faenza, a town noted for its fine ceramics. Here, we'll visit a ceramic laboratory and artisans will show us how they decorate the finest potteries in the world. After we ride back to Castrocaro, take the afternoon to relax.
Day 9 – Arrivederci!
Shuttle to Bologna for an educational walking tour before saying arrivederci! If you would like to continue traveling through Italy or beyond, we are happy to assist you with plans!