Ancient Venetian Empire by Bike
Explore three countries by bike in one week between Italy, Slovenia and Croatia. The history of the Republic of Venice provides the background to the entire trip. From the canal city of Venice, pass beaches,simple fishing villages and grand palaces as you make your way along the coastline and to the plain of Friuli. Ancient Roman towns and numerous castles are dotted on the route to the lively harbour city of Trieste. With two border crossings to cycle through, the journey ends on the beautiful Croatian coastline in the town of Porec. Staying in specially chosen hotels in the historic centres or along the coastline, this cycle journey offers a perfect combination of historic towns and seaside landscapes.
brief itinerary
DAY 1 Arrive Mestre / Venice DAY 2 Ferry to Punta Sabbioni then cycle to Caorle (55km) DAY 3 Head north towards the Julian Alps to Portogruaro (40km) DAY 4 Cycle among rivers, canals and ancient roman towns to Aquileia / Palmanova (45/65km) DAY 5 Cross the river Isonzo and cycle towards the gulf of Trieste (40/70km) DAY 6 Cycle across the Slovenian border to the spa town of Portorož (45km) DAY 7 Continue through the salt mines of Secovlje and across the Croatian border to Porec (55km) DAY 8 Trip concludes
trip dates
Weekly on Saturday from 13 Apr to 20 Jul & from 24 Aug to 28 Sep
High season is from 8 Jun to 14 Sep and a supplement applies.
what's included
*7 breakfasts *7 nights in 2-3 star accommodation on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities * bicycle, 27 speed with pannier, puncture resistant tyres, gel saddle and helmet *luggage transfer *information pack including route notes & maps *vaporetto and ferry transfer from Venice to Punta Sabbioni *emergency hotline
AT A GLANCE
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trip grading:
introductory to moderate
duration:
8 days
2013 PRICING
NZ $1,650
