Ancient Venetian Empire
Italy
8 days (Bike: 6 days)
345 km (~58km per day)
Leisure
Some hills
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Explore three countries by bike in one week, cycling between Italy, Slovenia and Croatia.
The history of the Republic of Venice provides the background to the entire trip. From the canal city of Venice, pass beaches, simple fishing villages and grand palaces as you make your way along the coastline and to the plain of Friuli. Ancient Roman towns and numerous castles are dotted on the route to the lively harbour city of Trieste. With two border crossings to cycle through, the journey ends on the beautiful Croatian coastline in the town of Porec. Staying in specially chosen hotels in the historic centres or along the coastline, this cycle journey offers a perfect combination of historic towns and seaside landscapes.
Highlights
- Exploring the magical city of Venice
- Cycling along the Adriatic coast and across two European borders
- Discovering the history of the Venetian Republic
- Enjoying the culinary specialties such as marinated sardines and spicy meatballs
The first three days are mainly on flat roads, across the Veneto and Friuli plain, while the last three stages are slightly hillier.
Tour Information
From
Mestre/Venice
To
Porec
Cost From
Self-Guided AU$ 1890
Departure(s)
Weekly on Saturdays from 30 Mar to 13 Jul and 24 Aug to 5 Oct, 2024
Single Supplement
from $510
Inclusions
- 7 breakfasts - varied buffet breakfasts are served
- 7 nights accommodation in 3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (upgrade to Category A hotels - mainly 4 star - supplement applies)
- Digital information pack including route notes, maps and navigational App (can be used offline) with GPS Tracks (smartphone required)
- Luggage transfers, 1 piece maximum 20kg per person - supplement applies for excess
- Rental touring bike with helmet, pannier, puncture resistant tyres and gel saddle (electric & hybrid bike available on request - supplement applies. Tandem bike available on request)
- Bike insurance against theft and damage
- Day 2 ferry and vaporetto transfers Tronchetto-Lido-Punta Sabbioni, note: bike not included, allow EUR4
- Emergency hotline
Exclusions
- Travel to Mestre/Venice and from Porec
- Meals not listed as included, drinks
- Travel insurance - mandatory
- Guide - this is a self guided cycling holiday
- A supplement will apply if you are booking a single room
- Entrance fees not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
- Excess luggage
- We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder - to follow the route more easier using the app/GPX files
- Venice Access Fee: effective from Spring 2024 (approx. 5 €/day, if applicable) to be paid on site
- Hotel taxes (allow €13-18pp, payable locally)
- Items of a personal nature
- Mid or high season supplement
Options
- Hybrid bike supplement AUD$80
- Upgrade to Category A hotels AUD$180
- Electric Bike Supplement AUD$260
- Optional transfer from Porec to Venice at the end of the tour is available - by ferry, or early and late in the season by coach
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