By bike and boat from Venice to Mantua. Discover Italy comfortably by bike and cycle for a week from the islands in the Venice Lagoon through the delta of Italy’s largest river, the Po, with its unique flora and fauna. Along the canals and the Po you will experience the Po Valley, the largest plain in Europe. You can get to know the unique cultural cities of Venice, Ferrara and Mantua. You will spend the nights on a comfortable ship.
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During your cycling holiday in Italy you discover the Italian Po Plain by bike and at the same time get to know the unique cultural cities of northern Italy. You will visit Venice, Ferrara and Mantua and experience the untouched nature of the Po Delta and the islands in the lagoon. You will spend the nights on a comfortable ship. A perfect trip for families and groups.
During your cycling holiday, combine light physical activity with the cultural treasures and culinary delights of northern Italy. You cycle comfortably through the flat Po Plain and enjoy the beautiful view over the river landscape and the small villages from the bike path.
Get to know Mantua on a guided tour and visit Venice and a cheese factory, where you’ll be introduced to the secrets of the famous Grana Padano, which you’ll taste on site.
A special highlight is the Venetian lagoon, where you will find untouched nature with many animal species in the labyrinth of the Po Delta.
From Chioggia, little Venice, a boat will take you to the island of Palestrina in the lagoon and on to the island of Murano, where you will visit the millennia-old glassblowing guild of Italy and the production of its fragile works of art.
The cycling trip is planned for 8 days / 7 nights from Saturday to Saturday, connecting nights at the point of arrival (Venice or Mantua) are possible. The total distance is about 200 km through the lowlands. The daily route is 25-55 km on paved cycle paths and roads with little traffic.
And if you don’t want to cycle, you can also cover stages or parts of it by boat. The cycling holiday is also suitable for children. You get a bike, also e-bikes. The ships are comfortably equipped and you can choose the type of cabin.
The “Boat & Bike” tours operate weekly from April to October, running for 7 nights from Saturday to Saturday.
Please note that prices vary depending on the season. As availability changes frequently, we provide personalized quotes for all requests. When submitting your inquiry, please specify your preferred travel date and, if possible, any alternative dates. Prices are per person based on double occupancy (two-bed cabin).
How it works:
On your cycling holiday in Italy by bike and boat you will visit wonderful cities with a thousand years of history. You come through medieval villages and untouched nature like the Nature reserve of the Po Delta.
This cycling trip offers the unique opportunity to discover Northern Italy by bike. You will cycling along the longest river in Italy, the Po, from Mantua to Venice or in reverse direction.
There are two ships available. MS Ave Maria has a capacity for 30-40 people. MS Vita Pugna has a capacity for max 20 people. As a couple or a family, you get a private cabin. The barge can also be booked in full by a group. Then the bike tour will take place exclusively for your group.
The boats are equipped with:
MS Ave Maria
MS Vita Pugna
Features of the Bicycles
Accessories
All rented adult bikes are equipped with:
For your cycling holiday in Italy you rent a touring or e-bike. Bikes are available in different sizes in unisex model:
The prices are per person for the cycling trip by Ship and Bike in a two-bed cabin for 7 nights. You will receive half board on board and can prepare a packed lunch. A guided city tour in Mantova and tastings are included in the price. There are discounts for accompanying children or a third person per cabin.
Your tour leader for your cycling holiday is carefully selected. He is an experienced enthusiastic multi-lingual traveler and speaks at least English and German. He will be glad to share his passion and love of the outdoors, cultures, and local food.
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