Centre based tour Veneto

On your arrival, you will feel the unique, tranquil charm that the spa town exudes. Take a stroll through Parco San Daniele and along the wide shopping street Via P. d'Abano to get in the mood for your vacation. You will receive travel documents and rental bikes (if booked) at your centrally located hotel.

Your first cycle tour takes you through the Euganean Hills Natural Park. You cycle over the gentle mountain ranges, past old farms, with views of small villages and tall churches. Your destination is Arquà Petrarca, a romantic medieval village. Take a break in one of the small cafés and discover the many winding stone alleyways. You cycle back to Abano Terme, your base on this centre based tour in Veneto.

Before you get on the saddle today, there is a transfer journey. A minibus will take you to Chioggia, which is often referred to as Little Venice. With its numerous bridges, canals and small fishing boats, the town is reminiscent of nearby Venice. Corso del Popolo is a particular highlight. The Italian writer Malaparte once called the central square one big outdoor café. Enjoy an Italian cappuccino and take another deep breath of sea air before hopping on your bike. The Bacchiglione river accompanies you for a while on the way back to Abano Terme.

The cycle path takes you through lush green meadows and wide fields to Vicenza. Once again you come across the Bacchiglione, which meanders along small villages through the fertile, colorful inland. Passing magnificent villas, you reach Vicenza – one of the highlights on your centre based tour through Veneto. The artistic city is characterized by the imposing buildings of the famous architect Palladio. Be sure to visit the Basilica Palladiana. Palladio's main work was built in the 15th century and, with its large Gothic arches, is one of the most impressive buildings in the whole of Veneto. Take the train back to Abano Terme.

You cycle just a few kilometers to the pilgrimage town of Padua. The cycle path takes you along the waterways into the heart of the city. The Basilica of St. Anthony has made the city a world-famous place of pilgrimage. It was built at almost the same time as the university where Galileo Galilei taught. Explore the many sights from the city center. Whether it's the city walls, Café Petrocchi or the Prato della Valle, the short cycle stage gives you plenty of time to discover everything!

The last stage of the centre based tour in Veneto takes you to the impressive Renaissance Villa dei Vescovi in Torreglia. You cycle on flat paths through the green, vine-lined hills. Raised on a hill, the villa stands out from its surroundings. A unique place of tranquillity and serenity awaits you. It was once the summer residence of the Bishop of Padua. Today it is a peaceful place for everyone. Relax in the villa's garden, visit the rooms or have a picnic on the terrace with fabulous views of the surrounding countryside.

After breakfast, your centre based tour in Veneto is already over. We are happy to extend your stay by one extra night.