Venice To Vinci – A Classic Bicycle Tour In Italy

Venice is one of the most romantic places in Italy and bicycle tours from Venice to Vinci give you an opportunity to explore the amazing side of Italy seldom seen by other tourists.

Venice – The Lido of Venice

Your bike tour will start from the Lido of Venice and exploring the implausible city and some of the fine dining places for appetizing lunch relishing an array of dishes from the local cuisine. Do not miss walking to a small trattoria for dinner on the Lido.

Venetian Lagoon – Bicycle along the Po Delta

The Lidos of Venice and Pellestrina guard the Venetian lagoon from the Adriatic Sea. These days, you will follow these natural levees as you pedal your way south passing through flat quaint fishing villages, ferries, and flat roads. Along your way to Chioggia, take a pause for lunch in one of the charming villages as you pedal southwest towards San Martino di Venezze.

Ferrara – Bicycling along the Po River

Stop at Fratta Polesine to visit the Villa Badoer to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The entrance into Ferrara is spectacular and you will ride directly under the finest example of Renaissance walls remaining in Italy to discover other highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage town.

Ravenna – Last capital of the Western Roman Empire

The bicycle tours will take you to Comacchio to enjoy local specialties including homemade ricotta and homegrown vegetables. A short ride will take you to Ravenna, which is the home to more early-Christian mosaics than any other city in Western Europe.

Over the Apennines

Head towards the Apennines passing through Brisighella, a medieval town known for an olive oil tasting. Enjoy panoramic views that change spectacularly when you leave the plains and enter the mountains.

Fiesole and Florence

There’s a small climb to Vetta le Croci and then descend to the ancient Etruscan city of Fiesole. Enjoy the magnificent views of Florence rising from the valley floor. Do not miss to take a walk on the banks of the Arno River.

Vinci – Exploring Vineyards & Olive Groves

Head out of Florence and down the Arno River valley for a beautiful day riding in the Italian countryside. Bicycle tours end at Vinci, which is the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci. Do not miss to visit the museum with scale models of his inventions and the house where he was born.