Venice To Florence Cycle

Trip Highlights

Between the two romantic cities of Florence and Venice is the unknown Italy, where vineyards and endless sunflower fields merge with orchards and charming villages, where the river landscape has played an integral part in the regions history and local fisherman wave as you cycle past their pole-huts lining the canals. The relaxed cycle route winds away from Venice along the Adriatic coast, reminding you of the previously strong Venetian dominance over the seas. Taking in the artistic culture and historical legacies entwined in the region of Emilia-Romagna, where mosaics, ceramics and cuisine are some of the noted specialties, there are endless opportunities to stop and absorb the attractions. Interspersed with short train and ferry rides, the final stage to Florence is a fitting end to this engaging cycle journey.

Price Details

Price

From: GBP880 per person (8)

Price Includes

• ? 7 breakfasts ? 7 nights 3 or 4 star accommodation on a twinshare basis ?bicycle, 21 speed with waterproof bags ?luggage transfer ?train fares Ferrara-Alfonsine and Brisighella-Borgo San Lorenzo, 24hr Venice ticket for public transport (bike ticket extra - allow ?3, ferry extra - allow ?2) ?information kit including detailed maps, route notes and sightseeing references ?trip briefing ?7 days service hotline ?signposting of route

Price Excludes

Itinerary

DAY 1 Join Venice / Mestre
DAY 2 Cycle across Freedom bridge to Venice and on to Chioggia (35km)
DAY 3 Follow the Adige River through fertile fields to the charming town of Rovigo (65km)
DAY 4 Along the Po River to the Italian cycle town of Ferrara (45km)
DAY 5 By train to Alfonsine and continue to the mosaic town of Ravenna via the Po Delta Nature Park (50km)
DAY 6 Cycle to the foothills of the Apennine range and the town of Brisighella (55km)
DAY 7 Train to Borgo San Lorenzo then continue by bike to Florence (35km)
DAY 8 Trip concludes

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