Cycle Through Venice, Vicenza and the Landscapes of Veneto
Discover the Veneto on an 8-day cycling holiday that combines Venice with historic cities, rolling countryside, vineyards and some of northern Italy’s most distinctive landscapes. From the Venetian villas along the Brenta Canal and the Euganean Hills to the elegant architecture of Vicenza, medieval Asolo, the Prosecco Hills and the waterways of Treviso, the route reveals a different side of Italy by bike.
A Self-Guided Cycling Tour Through Veneto
This self-guided cycling tour gives you the freedom to explore Veneto at your own pace, following prepared routes through mostly flat terrain and a mix of paved cycle paths and quiet roads. With GPS navigation, daily luggage transfer and support throughout the journey, you can focus on discovering the region’s historic towns, countryside and cultural highlights while cycling from Mestre, Venice, and back.
ROUTE
This circular cycling route starts and finishes in Mestre, on the mainland of Venice, taking you through the diverse landscapes and historic towns of Veneto. From the Venetian villas along the Brenta Canal and the Euganean Hills, the route continues to Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa and medieval Asolo, before crossing the Prosecco Hills and reaching Treviso. The final stage follows the Sile River back towards Mestre and Venice.
The route is mostly flat and follows a mix of quiet secondary roads, paved cycle paths and some unpaved sections, with a few short climbs along the way.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Mestre
Individual arrival in Mestre, on the mainland of Venice. Take some time to settle in before starting your cycling journey through Veneto.
Day 2 – Mestre – Euganean Hills
55 km / 34 miles
Leave Mestre and cycle through the Veneto countryside towards the Euganean Hills. The route follows the Brenta Canal and passes a series of elegant Venetian villas, including Villa Valmarana, Villa Seriman Widmann-Foscari, Villa Pisani and Villa Foscarini Rossi. Continue through rural landscapes and small villages before reaching the foothills of the Euganean Hills.
Day 3 – Euganean Hills loop
45 km / 28 miles
A circular ride through the Euganean Hills, combining historic sites and countryside. Visit Catajo Castle and Monselice, with its medieval walls, before continuing to Arquà Petrarca, one of the area’s most picturesque villages. The day also includes a wine and olive oil tasting, while the gardens of Villa Barbarigo in Valsanzibio offer another highlight along the route.
Day 4 – Euganean Hills – Vicenza
50 km / 31 miles
Cycle along the Bacchiglione River towards Vicenza, passing some of the region’s most celebrated Palladian architecture. The route includes Villa Capra, also known as La Rotonda, and Villa Valmarana ai Nani, famous for its frescoes. In Vicenza, explore Piazza dei Signori, Corso Palladio and the Teatro Olimpico.
Day 5 – Vicenza – Bassano del Grappa
40 km / 25 miles
Continue through the Veneto countryside towards Bassano del Grappa, following a route that combines rural landscapes with historic towns. Stop in Sandrigo, known for its traditional Vicenza-style salt cod, and continue to Marostica, famous for its medieval centre and Chess Square. The day ends in Bassano del Grappa, on the banks of the Brenta River.
Day 6 – Bassano del Grappa – Treviso
65 km / 40 miles
Today the route heads towards Asolo, a beautiful medieval hill town with cobbled streets, stone houses and panoramic gardens. Continue through the Prosecco Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape, and reach Maser, home to Villa Barbaro and its frescoes by Paolo Veronese. Finish the day in Treviso, with its canals, historic buildings and waterways.
Day 7 – Treviso – Mestre
45 km / 28 miles
The final cycling stage follows the Sile River Greenway, using towpaths and quiet routes through small villages and the Veneto countryside. Along the way, pass the Cimitero dei Burci in Casier, where historic wooden boats lie partially submerged along the river. Continue towards Mestre and the end of the cycling route.
Day 8: End of the Tour in Mestre
Breakfast and end of the tour in Mestre. If time allows, you can continue to Venice to explore highlights such as St Mark’s Square, the Castello district, the Basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo and the Rialto Bridge.
Extend Your Stay
Additional nights can be organized on request.
Getting to Mestre (Departure Point)
By plane: Venice Marco Polo Airport is the closest airport, around 10 km from Mestre. Treviso Airport is about 35 km away, while Verona and Trieste airports are also connected to Mestre by public transport and train.
By train: Mestre railway station is the closest station to the starting point and has direct connections with Venice and major Italian cities.
By car: Parking options are available in Mestre for the duration of the tour. Depending on the hotel, private parking or alternative car parks may be available. Parking cannot be reserved in advance and is paid locally.
How to book this tour
We require a deposit of 25% of the tour price per person upon reservation, final payment 6 weeks before tour departure.
Included
- 7 nights’ accommodation
- 7 breakfasts
- 1 ice cream per person in Vicenza
- Wine and olive oil tasting in Arquà Petrarca
- Daily luggage transfer
- Digital tour information, maps, route notes and GPS tracks.
Ride with GPS app with offline navigation - Hotel list and hotel vouchers
- Emergency assistance during the tour
NOT Included
- Travel to and from the tour start/finish.
- Bicycle or E-bike rental
- Venice Access Fee registration, when applicable
- Tourist taxes
- Meals not mentioned under “Included”
- Travel insurance
- Anything not specifically mentioned under “Included”
Choose the option that best fits your schedule and start planning your cycling journey.
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Departures & Prices
Prices are per person in a double room 2027.
Departures from 4 April to 10 October.
Season 1
4–17 Apr | 26 Sep–10 Oct
Silver
720€
Gold
850€
Options & Supplements
✓
1040€ Silver: Single Room
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1230€ Gold: Single Room
Season 2
18 Apr–8 May | 5–25 Sep
Silver
910€
Gold
1040€
Options & Supplements
✓
1230€ Silver: Single Room
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1420€ Gold: Single Room
Season 3
9 May–4 Sep
Silver
960€
Gold
1090€
Options & Supplements
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1280€ Silver: Single Room
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1470€ Gold: Single Room
Accomodation
Carefully selected to ensure comfort, quality, and a relaxing stay.
Accommodation may vary depending on availability, but a similar level of comfort and hospitality can be expected.
Choose Your Accommodation
SILVER category
Mostly 3-star hotels
A good choice if you want comfortable accommodation while keeping the overall cost lower.
Gold category
Mostly 4-star hotels
The ideal option if you prefer a higher level of comfort during your stay to relax after cycling.
Additional nights
Prices per person, including breakfast
Mestre – SILVER
Double Room 65€
Single room 120€
Mestre – Gold
Double Room 85€
Single room 150€
BIKES
You can choose to rent a bicycle. Below you’ll find the essential information for rent options.
Bike
120€
Hybrid Bike
170€
Bosch E-Bike
290€
Helmet
15€