Dolomites, Lake Garda And Venice Ride

8 days - from $1580

Cycling from the impressive Dolomites to the fascinating city of Venice
One of Europe's unique mountain landscapes, the Dolomites are a mass of jagged limestone spires with a captivating history. Starting with incredible views of Trentino's dramatic mountains, we cycle on relatively easy roads and tracks along the Adige river. On reaching the northern shore Lake Garda, we are immediately mesmerised by the breathtaking views of one of the most famous Italian lakes. A four hour ferry cruise on the lake give us the opportunity to take in these wonderful vistas before heading to the legendary city of Verona. Amazing villas, churches and chapels, beautiful landscapes and delicious ice-creams are some of the wonders we encounter along the way from Verona to Padova. Arriving in Venice, a boat ride along the many canals is an excellent reward after an unforgettable cycle ride through northern Italy's varied landscapes. 

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Bolzano. 2 Today we cycle on quiet roads along the Adige river, through villages, orchards and vineyards,to Trento, capital of the Trentino region. 3 We continue riding along the river to the magnificent Lake Garda. A 4 hour ferry cruise takes us to the south shore of the lake. 4 5 From Verona, the route starts off flat before we reach the more hilly region of Monti Berici. The undulating road takes us from beautiful villas to historic buildings all the way to Vicenza, where the best ice-creams in Italy await us. 6 7 8 End Venice.

Mode of travel: Average daily distance: 50km (32 miles) No. of days cycling: 6 Vehicle support: available on request Terrain and route: 95% tarmac, 5% easy gravel roads. Route mainly follows quiet roads and designated cycle paths. Reasonable level of fitness required.
Group size: Normally 7 to 16, plus leader.
Accommodation: 7 nights 2 and 3-star hotels and inns of excellent standard throughout, all with en suite facilities.
Food: All breakfasts included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $315.00
Trip Reference: MWD
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Notes: Local bike hire, Adagio Hybrid bikes GBP60, paid on booking.A limited number of single rooms are available for a supplement (subject to availability) - please request when booking. Single supplement for 2012 is GBP180.  
Trip Reference: MWD