Bolzano, Verona & Venice Self-Guided Ride

Bolzano, Verona & Venice Self-Guided Ride

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Bolzano, Verona & Venice Self-Guided Ride

8 Days Starting in Bolzano and ending in Venice

Visiting: Bolzano, Adige, Trento, Rovereto, Mori, Lake Garda, Desenzano del Garda, Verona, Vicenza, Villa la Rotonda, Padua, Mestre, Venice

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

C07VE

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

Moderate

Age range:

8 to 99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:
English

This tour is no longer available

Tour Overview

Few landscapes in Europe match the unique beauty of the jagged limestone Dolomites. The self-guided cycling route starts with incredible views of Trentino's dramatic mountains, cycling on relatively easy roads and tracks along the Adige River. On reaching the northern shore of Lake Garda, enjoy the breath taking views of one of the most famous Italian Lakes. A four hour ferry cruise on the lake gives you the opportunity to take in these wonderful vistas before continuing the ride through the beautiful cities of Verona, Padova and finally exploring the canals and waterways of Venice.

Highlights

  • Self-guided cycling with the stunning Dolomites as your backdrop

  • Visit the beautiful Lake Garda

  • Discover Verona, Padova and Venice

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Start Bolzano
Location: Bolzano
Meals Included: No Meals

Make your way to Bolzano. The nearest airports are Innsbruck and Verona, but
Bergamo, Treviso, Venice and Munich are approx. 4 hours by train. Bolzano is
the capital of the South Tyrol, with its pretty network of winding alleys and
upmarket shops to explore. The world-famous Museum of Archaeology with the
‘Otzi’ Iceman and the Reinhold Messner Mountain Museum at nearby
Sigmundskron Castle make Bolzano a city of mountaineering history and
culture.

Day 2 : Cycle On Quiet Roads Following The Adige River To Trento, Capital Of The Trentino Region
Location: Adige, Trento
Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will ride mainly along the Adige River, through orchards and
vineyards and passing through the villages of Ora, Egna and Salomo. The dam
pathways lead onward to Trento, set in a wide glacial valley guarded by the
peaks of the Dolomites. There is the possibility of taking the train at
several points to shorten this stage.

Day 3 : Continue Riding Along The River To The Magnificent Lake Garda. A Four Hour Ferry Cruise Takes You To The South Shore Of The Lake
Location: Rovereto, Mori, Lake Garda, Desenzano del Garda
Meals Included: Breakfast

As you pedal along the Adige, you reach Rovereto and Mori, which is famous
for its quality wines. From here you cycle westwards to Lake Garda, the
largest lake in Italy. After a short ascent, a refreshing descent will follow
and lead you to the picturesque towns of Torbole and Riva. The ferry cruise
will take you to the southern part of Lake Garda. Depending on the
availability tonight your accommodation will either be in Peschiera or
Desenzano; both pleasant Italian towns on the shore of the lake. (Please note
that the ferry service across Lake Garda is a seasonal service and schedules
are generally released quite late. If the ferry is not running, or cancelled
due to adverse weather/strikes etc. then we will organise a van transfer to
your next hotel).

Day 4 : Leaving The Shores Of Lake Garda, You Head To The Beautiful City Of Verona, Made Famous By Shakespeare's Romeo And Juliet
Location: Lake Garda, Verona
Meals Included: Breakfast

Today your ride is mainly on quiet roads and cycle paths as you make your way
to the legendary city of Verona. Located on the Adige River, Verona is
arguably the most beautiful city in Veneto. Verona is easily discoverable on
foot, taking in the famous sites such as the Roman arena, the Basilica San
Zeno and of course, Juliet's house and the famous balcony!

Day 5 : Today's Ride Is Mainly On Quiet Roads And Cycle Paths As You Make Your Way To The Legendary City Of Vicenza, Arguably The Most Beautiful City In Veneto
Location: Vicenza
Meals Included: Breakfast

At first the route today is flat, and then you head through the Monti Berici;
a hilly region just south of Vicenza, with wonderfully panoramic views of the
local vineyards and then Vicenza. On your route there are plenty of places to
stop and admire the view, and have a break from the climbs! The old city
centre of Vicenza is characterized by the beautiful private palaces and
public buildings designed by Andrea Palladio, the famous 16th Century
architect known all over the world. Today's route can be shortened by taking
the train or there is a slightly flatter route for those who would prefer to
avoid any major climbs.

Day 6 : Pass The Wonderful Palladian Villa Rotonda, As You Cycle To The Euganean Hills
Location: Villa la Rotonda, Padua
Meals Included: Breakfast

Cycling out of Vicenza you come across the beautiful Palladian Villa Rotonda.
Along the Bacchiglione river, the route continues towards the scenic
landscape of the Euganean hills, the biggest European thermal resort, with an
overnight in a wonderful hotel in verdant surroundings, complete with a
thermal pool.

Day 7 : Cycling Out Of The Euganean Hills Towards The Adriatic Sea And City Of Venice. Your Hotel Is Located In Mestre, A Short Bus Ride From The Fascinating And Iconic City
Location: Mestre
Meals Included: Breakfast

The tour continues easily through the flat Veneto. You will cycle along
gentle minor roads to Mestre, Venice’s mainland. Cycling out of Padua, the
route continues towards the Adriatic sea and the city of Venice. Your hotel
is located in Mestre, a short bus ride from the fascinating and iconic
city. We choose to stay in Mestre as the logistics of cycling into Venice
are incredibly difficult; the road connecting Venice and the mainland can be
very busy and cycling is certainly not recommended. Getting to Venice from
Mestre is simple; buses are every 15 mins and take approximately 15 mins. If
you would prefer to stay in central Venice this can be arranged for an
additional supplement.

Day 8 : End Mestre
Location: Mestre, Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast

End your trip in Mestre (Venice). If you have time, Mestre (Venice) is an
excellent place to spend a couple of days enjoying the delights of this world
famous city; take a gondola ride along the Grand Canal, marvel at Venetian
art through the ages and relax with a gelato (or two!)

What's Included

  • Luggage transfer

  • Local bike hire

  • All breakfasts

  • All accommodation (see accommodation section)

  • Maps and route notes

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

  • Electric bikes available for a supplement

  • Flights (available on request)

  • Single accommodation (compulsory)

  • Visas or vaccinations

  • Arrival & departure transfers

Accommodation

We use a variety of 2 and 3-star hotels and inns throughout with en suite facilities. They may be located either in the towns themselves or in the surrounding countryside. It is possible to upgrade to a higher standard of accommodation (3 to 4-star standard) from £122 per person. Please speak to your sales consultant at the time of booking. Please note that the accommodation (both standard and upgraded type) is usually located within walking distance to the centres of the towns (i.e. 15-20 mins walk).

All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration.
For a solo traveller there is an additional charge to cover transfer costs.

Additional Accommodation

Extra accommodation can be booked in Bolzano before the trip, or in Mestre or Venice at the end of the trip.

Food

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, you will find an abundance of cheap and hearty Italian food available from local restaurants and cafes. You will always find a good 'menu del giorno' in the restaurants and cafes in towns and cities, these tend to feature a number of antipasti/starters, followed by a pizza or pasta dish, and a local dessert. There are also plenty of supermarkets to stock up on picnic items, an excellent way to enjoy lunches on a self-guided trip.

Check out our Q&As

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No (available on request)

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

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  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

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Gergana Racheva  

Very helpful and prompt service

06-Jan-2023

Very helpful and prompt service. I called to check for an already booked trip and once we sorted this, the agent was ready to help me with another booking as well. He actually waited for me to book my flight tickets, answered all my questions, informed me of all my options. Exodus is a tour company I am using regularly due to the quality of their trips, ease of booking and helpfulness of their customer service team

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04-Nov-2021

This trip takes you through the most beautiful parts of the Mediterranean walking with a guide and also discovering the wonders of Pompeii and Vesuvius. The hotel had a nice feel as family run, spotless and comfortable rooms, we were well looked after for breakfasts and dinner each day, and the barmen fixed some mean cocktails for us.!

Paul Green  

It's amazing what you can do in a week! Cycling the Dalmatian Coast.

08-Oct-2021

This holiday was extremely enjoyable. The itinerary is well planned and the route takes you to a variety of destinations. Not having been to Croatia before I didn't know there were so many beautiful small islands and I loved the ferry and catarmaran rides. The coastal route we took was dramatic and the World Heritage sites in Split and Dubrovnik very interesting and worth visiting. The Adriatic Sea was warm, blue and inviting, good for swimming even in October. The hotels we stayed in varied in size from medium to large. I particularly liked the one just outside Dubrovnik as I had a sea view. Tourists were plentiful in Split and Dubrovnik but in the other places we stayed there was an end of season feel and it was quiet on the roads and in the resorts. The food was good and our guide was always able to recommend a nice restaurant for our evening meal. The weather in October was good for cycling - not hot, partly cloudy most days and one day it rained!

Mrs Y Morrison  

Fabulous company and trip

06-Jan-2023

We went overland from Cape Town to Zimbabwe through Botswana and Namibia. What a fantastic trip. Our first time with Exodus although we have travelled extensively around the world. We would highly recommend this company for such a brilliant trip - we got everything and more all at a good price. Thanks to everyone involved. We are looking at our next trip!

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John Edwards (Google Reviewer)  

I went cycling in Albania...

19-Aug-2023

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I'v just come back from...

17-Jul-2022

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After 14 roup adventure holidays...

26-Nov-2023

After 14 roup adventure holidays with Exofus we would not hesitate to recommend them as an excitingholiday company. They take you off the beaten track but offer great support and expertise :)

Alison Payton (Google Reviewer)  

I've done 8 trips in...

17-May-2023

I've done 8 trips in the last 14 years with Exodus, and have been rewarded with a 10% discount on all future bookings. I feel very confident that I'll receive pleasant, efficient service, and have the unusual holiday experience that I'm looking for each time. I've trekked to the top of snow-capped peaks, wild-camped in the desert, seen amazing spectacles of nature, visited 4 capital cities in a week, and learned about local culture and experienced local hospitality in a way that I simply wouldn't on a conventional holiday. The quality of the accommodation and guides can vary, but this is mainly down to cultural differences and things that Exodus can't control. I've only ever complained once, my complaint was taken seriously, and I was sent a discount voucher - you can't say fairer than that. I remain a loyal customer.

Jacquelyn Moore (Google Reviewer)  

Food came quickly. Staff very...

07-Mar-2024

Food came quickly. Staff very friendly and polite . However the chef or person preparing the food did not seem to read the menu! If it says a meal should come with vegetables, you should not have to ask for them. They served shepherds pie with garlic bread! The munchies ice cream sundae said it should come in a glass with a flake but came in a little bowl with just a few munchies! When asking the staff were happy to replace and correct but customer should get what they order and what menu says first time round!!

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If you like to be...

07-Sep-2023

If you like to be mistreated Exodus is perfect for you. If you enjoy terrible choices for hotels and pseudo restaurants Exodus is perfect for you. Careless about their clients and loveless about their propositions. Exodus has been a dissatisfaction and disappointment about every dealing i and my group have had with him. Especially a man called Simone who just cares about the money he can get from you couldn’t care less about service.

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of exodus charges.

    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

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