The Veneto region of northern Italy offers a huge variety of cycling experiences, making it an appealing destination for riders of all levels. From the gentle vineyard-lined roads of Valpolicella to the challenging mountain climbs of the Dolomites and the scenic routes along Lake Garda, cyclists can enjoy a diverse mix of landscapes and terrain. Historic cities like Venice, Verona, and Padua add cultural charm to every route, while a well-developed network of bike paths and quiet country roads ensures an enjoyable riding experience, whatever ride you choose.
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La Via Claudia
Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This holiday is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your holiday with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 18 Apr – 26 Oct
Season 1 – $3135 18 Apr – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $3425 15 Jun – 08 Sep
If you‘re looking for a longer holiday, our Lake Garda to Venice route links into this tour perfectly; two self-guided tours of a similar grade that you‘re able to do back to back. Contact us if you’d like more info on this!
- Waking up to beautiful views of the snow-capped Alps
- Cycling beside the vivid blue waters of the River Etsch
- Absorbing the history of an ancient trade route, all by bike
- Exploring Merano – The Jewel of South Tyrol
- Wine tasting in Caldaro, part of the Strade del Vino
- Enjoying an apperitivo in Piazza Arena in Verona
Self-Guided
Lake Garda to Venice
Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2026 18 Apr – 26 Oct (excluding dates throughout July and August)
Season 1 – $2665 18 Apr – 14 Jun and 09 Sep – 26 Oct
Season 2 – $2995 15 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 08 Sep
If you‘re looking for a longer holiday, our Via Claudia route links into this tour perfectly; two self-guided tours of a similar grade that you‘re able to do back to back. Contact us if you’d like more info on this!
To ensure you have the best experience possible, we’d recommend travelling in the Spring or in the Autumn. We don’t as standard offer this tour in the hotter, more humid, busier summer months of July and August. If however your dates are set in July or August, please call us for a chat and we’ll do what we can to accommodate you.
- Enjoying a swim in Lake Garda
- Absorbing the hidden Renaissance gems of the ‘belpaese’
- Exploring Verona – a piece of art in itself
- Discovering the medieval fortification of Montagnana
- Taking a gondola ride along the canals of Venice
- Cycling along Pellestrina Island surrounded by Venetian lagoons and fishing boats
Bike and Boat
Venetian Waterways (Mantova to Venice)
Bike and Barge Tour
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 25/04/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 02/05/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 02/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 09/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 09/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 16/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 16/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 23/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 23/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 30/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 30/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 06/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 06/06/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 13/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 13/06/2026 Ave Maria | 20/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 20/06/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 27/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 27/06/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 04/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 04/07/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 11/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 11/07/2026 Ave Maria | 18/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 18/07/2026 Vita Pugna | 25/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 25/07/2026 Ave Maria | 01/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 01/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 08/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 08/08/2026 Ave Maria | 15/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 15/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 22/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 22/08/2026 Ave Maria | 29/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 29/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 05/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 05/09/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 12/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 12/09/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 19/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 19/09/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 26/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 26/09/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 03/10/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 03/10/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 10/10/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 10/10/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 17/10/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 17/10/2026 Ave Maria | 24/10/2026 | $3,180.00 |
- Cycling through some of Northern Italy’s most enticing cities
- Staying on board the modern, bright and spacious Ave Maria or the traditional Vita Pugna
- Spending the day discovering Mantova and its historic centre; a Renaissance jewel
- Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
- Experiencing the fishing valleys of the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
- Finishing your trip in beautiful Venice
Bike and Boat
Venetian Waterways (Venice to Mantova)
Bike and Barge Tour
E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE
This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 25/04/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 02/05/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 02/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 09/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 09/05/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 16/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 16/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 23/05/2026 | $2,695.00 |
| 23/05/2026 Ave Maria | 30/05/2026 | $3,510.00 |
| 30/05/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 06/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 06/06/2026 Ave Maria | 13/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 13/06/2026 Vita Pugna Guaranteed | 20/06/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 20/06/2026 Ave Maria | 27/06/2026 | $3,180.00 |
| 27/06/2026 Vita Pugna Guaranteed | 04/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 04/07/2026 Ave Maria | 11/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 11/07/2026 Vita Pugna | 18/07/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 18/07/2026 Ave Maria | 25/07/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 25/07/2026 Vita Pugna | 01/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 01/08/2026 Ave Maria | 08/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 08/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 15/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 15/08/2026 Ave Maria | 22/08/2026 | $2,650.00 |
| 22/08/2026 Vita Pugna | 29/08/2026 | $2,335.00 |
| 29/08/2026 Ave Maria | 05/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 05/09/2026 Vita Pugna | 12/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 12/09/2026 Ave Maria Last Spaces | 19/09/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 19/09/2026 Vita Pugna Fully Booked | 26/09/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 26/09/2026 Ave Maria Fully Booked | 03/10/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 03/10/2026 Vita Pugna | 10/10/2026 | $2,850.00 |
| 10/10/2026 Ave Maria | 17/10/2026 | $3,710.00 |
| 17/10/2026 Vita Pugna | 24/10/2026 | $2,510.00 |
| 24/10/2026 Ave Maria | 31/10/2026 | $3,180.00 |
- Cycling through some of Northern Italy’s most enticing cities
- Staying on board the modern, bright and spacious Ave Maria or the traditional Vita Pugna
- Exploring the beautiful city of Venice
- Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
- Experiencing the fishing valleys of the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
- Spending the day discovering Mantova and its historic centre; a Renaissance jewel
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