Venice to Florence by Bike, Rediscover Northern Italy
8 days / 7 Nights / 6 Stages – Medium – Northern & Central Italy
This self-guided cycling tour takes you from the canals of Venice to the heart of Florence, exploring the scenic and historic landscapes of northern Italy. Ideal for cyclists with moderate fitness, the tour combines flat coastal paths, gentle rolling hills, and Tuscan countryside, with flexible daily stages and cultural stops along the way. Riders experience both famous landmarks and hidden gems in small towns and natural parks.
The route follows well-marked bike paths, low-traffic secondary roads, and quiet rural tracks. Highlights include Venice, Chioggia, Adria, Comacchio, the Delta del Po Natural Park, Ravenna, Brisighella, and the Tuscan hills before arriving in Florence. Cyclists enjoy a mix of flat coastal stretches and gentle hill climbs, passing through wetlands, river landscapes, vineyards, medieval towns, and historic villages. Daily luggage transfers make for a relaxed experience with minimal logistical concerns.
Day 1: Arrival in Venice
Arrive at your first hotel the night before the first stage. Today is a day to settle into Venice and explore its most interesting corners. Recharge your energy with Italian cuisine before beginning your cycling adventure.
Day 2: Venice – Chioggia | 35 km
After breakfast, the adventure begins! Start cycling along the bike path, then embark towards Lido, continuing through Pellestrina, enjoying stunning sea views.
The stage ends in the charming town of Chioggia, often called “Little Venice.”
Day 3: Chioggia – Adria 50 km
Today’s stage is mostly flat. Cycle along the Adagio River, enjoying fertile fields, plantations, and picturesque villages.
Once in the beautiful city of Adria, stroll through its canals, narrow streets, and enjoy the warmth of the locals, making it a truly unique experience.
Day 4: Adria – Comacchio | 65 km
Continue cycling along the Po River, Italy’s longest river. Then take a detour along one of its tributaries, the Po di Foro, approaching the Adriatic Sea.
Experience a change of scenery from river landscapes to coastal views. In Comacchio, explore its palaces, churches, and bridges.
Day 5: Comacchio – Ravenna | 65 km
Cycle through the captivating landscape of the Po Delta Nature Park. Ride over a dam, feeling as though you’re floating above the water, with flamingos nearby.
Continue towards the Adriatic Sea along wide beaches until reaching Ravenna, a port city rich in majesty, architecture, culture, and art.
Day 6: Ravenna – Brisighella | 55 km
Pedal through the gentle hills at the foothills of the Apennines, where the landscape transforms into rolling hills.
On the way, visit Faenza, a small town famous for its ceramics. Watch local artists at work before continuing a few more kilometers to Brisighella, a medieval village with cobblestone streets and two main monuments: Rocca Veneziana and Torre Orologio.
Day 7: Brisighella – Florence | 35 km + train
Begin the final stage by taking a train through the mountainous and untamed Apennines to Borgo San Lorenzo. From here, two short climbs lead to an incredible reward: a stunning descent from Fiesole into the historic capital of Tuscany, Florence.
What’s Included
Optional Extras
The accommodations on this cycling trip have been selected for their quality and location, as close to the route as possible. Comfort when arriving by bike is always taken into account, and all properties are inspected by our team. They include 3- or 4-star hotels (two categories to choose from) or rural tourism establishments, always in private rooms with a bathroom.
I am only one person, can I still book?
Yes, you can book as a single traveler.
Is it possible to rent a bike?
Yes, this trip can be done with either your bike or ours. You can choose it during the booking process, hybrid or electric mountain bikes are available.
Is the daily luggage transfer between accommodations included?
Yes, every day we will take your luggage to the next hotel. You only have to leave it at the reception desk, and we will take care of everything. Normally it will already be at the hotel when you arrive.
Is it possible to cancel?
We want to be as flexible as possible. Therefore, in case of unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to change the dates of the trip free of charge so that you can travel within the same year, as long as you let us know at least 3 weeks in advance.
And if your plans change and you want to cancel the trip before the start date, the following handling fees will apply:
– With more than 30 days, the management fees will be 20% of the amount of the trip.
– between 30 and 15 days, the handling fee will be 50% of the amount of the trip.
– with less than 14 days, the amount to be paid will be 100% of the amount of the trip.
In order to have more flexibility, we recommend taking out travel, assistance, CR and cancellation insurance. Check with us the conditions. Please note that the price of the insurance is not refunded once contracted in case of cancellation or modification.
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