Bicycle Tours in Italy: Bicycling Venice to Florence

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Romance, art, history, and great food come together on our most popular trip for beginning cyclists. From the canals of Venice and the early Christian mosaics of Ravenna to the Renaissance architecture of Florence, this tour features seven days of pedaling through the heart of Italian culture and cuisine. Along the way you'll visit ExperiencePlus! co-owner Paola Malpezzi-Price's family farm for a picnic lunch and walk through the vineyards, discover colorful ceramics in Faenza, and enjoy gourmet meals in Emilia-Romagna - Italy's foremost pasta region.

Tour Details

Highlights	Venice, Gourmet Food, Florence, Ravenna
Includes	"The Usual" plus... Use of a quality 24-27 speed bicycle; 8 days, 7 nights accommodation, 4 dinners with wine, 2 lunches, all breakfasts
Countries	Italy
Begin/End	Venice-Lido/Florence
Arrive/Depart	Venice/Florence
Total Distance	305-362 km (190-226 miles)
Daily Distance	15-83 km (9-52 miles), plus optional mileage
What to Expect	Gentle terrain down the Adriatic Coast with more challenging rides as we enter the Apennines. A great tour for all cyclists.
Rating	101
Notes	If this sounds great but you'd like a longer tour, check out our Bicycling Venice to Pisa tour, which extends this itinerary by 4 days.
Terms	Terms & Conditions

Dates & Prices

Dates	Price	Single Supplement*	Next Step
Sep 14 - 21, 2008:	$3315	$500	Book It