Veneto Bike & Boat

What's Included

• Meals

  7 breakfasts, 6 self-packed lunches, and 6 dinners (does not include drinks). Breakfast is buffet style and will usually consist of bread, ham/salami, cheese, butter, marmalade, yoghurt, cereals, milk, tea, and coffee. At breakfast, you will prepare your packed lunch.

• Accommodation

  7 nights accommodation aboard a comfortable barge with private facilities on a twin share basis. Note there are no single cabins; it's single use of a twin cabin.

• Bike Rental

  Bike rental with helmet, pannier, cycle computer, lock, and repair kit (self-guided only). Electric bike available on request - supplement applies.

• Tour Leader

  English speaking tour leader.

• Digital Information Pack

  Digital information pack including route notes, maps, and navigational App (can be used offline) with GPX Tracks (smartphone required).

• Onboard Amenities

  Tea and coffee available on board, afternoon snack, welcome drink, still and sparkling water dispenser, ice dispenser.

• Linens and Toiletries

  Sheets and towels, use of hairdryer, courtesy kit with eco solid soaps and shower cap.

• Mid-Week Service

  Mid-week service - cabin cleaning and towel change.

• Bike Insurance

  Bike insurance against theft and irreparable damage (limited).

• Bus Transfers

  Bus transfer Ferrara to Zelo / Ferrara to Adria.

• Entrance and Visits

  Entrance and visits as described in the programme: Grana Padano cheese factory, glass factory on Murano island, the Carousel and Street Entertainment Museum.

• Guided Tours

  Guided tour in Mantua, some short walking tours.

• Harbour Charges

  Harbour charges.

• WiFi

  WiFi in common areas.

What's Not Included

• Travel to/from Venice/Mantova

  Travel to/from Venice/Mantova is not included.
  
  

• Meals Not Listed

  Meals not listed as included such as dinner on day 2, drinks on board.
  
  

• Special Dietary Requirements

  Supplement for special dietary requirements: gluten-free, lactose-free, vegan diets (please notify us on booking).
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.
  
  

• Single Cabin Supplement

  A supplement will apply if you book a single cabin (double use of a single cabin).
  
  

• Entrance Fees Not Listed

  Entrance fees not listed as included.
  
  

• Transfers Not Listed

  Transfers not listed as included.
  
  

• Public Transportation in Venice

  Ticket for public transportation in Venice and lagoon (we suggest the ACTV 48-hour ticket, 35 €).
  
  

• Tips

  Tips are not included.
  
  

• Mobile Phone Holder

  We recommend bringing a holder for your mobile phone to be fixed to the handlebar to cycle smoothly following the app if you would like to cycle independently (self-guided).
  
  

• Venice Municipality Access Fee

  Venice Municipality Access Fee: see https://cda.
  
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• Personal Items

  Items of a personal nature are not included.
  
  

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. If you are planning to cycle self guided we strongly recommend bringing a mobile phone holder.

Accommodation

7 nights in a 2 bed cabin aboard a comfortable barge with private facilities on a twin share basis.

Grading

The tour is entirely in the low lands and the daily cycling stages vary from 30 to 50km/18.5 to 31mi. Much of the cycling is alongside rivers and canals on tarmac cycle paths or quiet roads with a low volume of car traffic. The boat will sometimes sail part of the way during breakfast or the evening meal to make getting out of the towns easier or to shorten the stages. *For safety reasons, we highly recommend that cycle helmets are worn during cycle sections.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes cycling through various scenic routes and cruising on a comfortable barge, with some short bus transfers and ferry rides.