Welcome to Italy! Discover why art and history, stunning landscapes, charming cities and, of course, great food make cycling holidays in the ‘Bel Paese’ so special. We start our journey in charming town of Chioggia, on the southern edge of the Venice Lagoon, and finish the trip in the Renaissance capital of Florence, in idyllic Tuscany. Along the way you will pass through three regions (Veneto, Emilia-Romagna and Tuscany) filled with marvellous vineyards, fruit orchards, olive groves and lots of charming towns and villages.
Cycling from Venice to Florence
Highlights
- Canals and colourful alleys in ‘Mini Venice’
- Beautiful wetlands and great birdwatching
- The pretty village of Brisighella and cycling across the Apennines.
- Visit the charming town of Chioggia, cycle along quiet roads and stay in a cosy farmhouses
Quick facts
| Travel duration: | 7 days/ 6 nights |
|---|---|
| Travel period: | 1/3 - 31/10 |
| Grade: | Medium. Average 30-65 km/ 300-700 m per day. Day by day trip grading, see "program" on each trip. 3 |
| Accommodations: | |
| Trip type: | Self guided cycling holidays |
| Price example: | From €920 |
| Meals: | Breakfast |
Prices per person in EUR
The trip is available from 1 March to 31 October, with arrival day on Saturdays.
Optional arrival day is possible at an additional cost, totalling 280 Euro per booking.
Preferential prices if you travel at least 4 people together. See price in column (4 persons in 2 double rooms.)
7 days/ 6 nights From €920 Book your trip
| Period | 4 people, 2 double rooms | Double Room - shared bed | Twin Room - separate beds | TRP - Triple Room | SGL - Single Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 2026-05-01 | €920 | €1,080 | €1,080 | €1,080 | €1,390 |
| 2026-05-01 2026-06-15 | €1,120 | €1,280 | €1,280 | €1,280 | €1,590 |
| 2026-06-16 2026-08-31 | €920 | €1,080 | €1,080 | €1,080 | €1,390 |
| 2026-09-01 2026-10-15 | €1,120 | €1,280 | €1,280 | €1,280 | €1,590 |
| 2026-10-16 2026-10-31 | €920 | €1,080 | €1,080 | €1,080 | €1,390 |
Prices are per person and include
- Accommodation incl. breakfast
- Luggage transport for hotel changes
- Mobile app in English with:
- Digital maps
- Destination information
- Practical information
- Detailed day-by-day cycle descriptions
- 24-hour emergency hotline for urgent matters
Not included
- Transport and transfers to/from the destination
- Local tourist tax. The tax is paid on site and the cost varies, about 1-3 EUR per person per night.
- Bike hire
- Lunches and dinners
- Entrance to museums or other activities
- Insurance
- Train ticket from Faenza to Florence (Santa Maria Novella train station)
* Single room rates
- Single room rates apply when travelling in the company of others. If you are travelling on your own, in most cases there is an extra charge due to more expensive luggage transport. Please contact us for prices.
Optional extras
- Bike rental of hybrid / touring bike 21-27 geared: 140 Euro
- Electric bike: 240 Euro
- Bike hire includes repair kit, pump, map holder, bottle cage, lock, front and side panniers. Helmet and safety vest included (however, helmet is good to bring your own if you have the opportunity.
- Private transfer from/to the airport can be booked. Please contact us for prices.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Chioggia
Welcome to Chioggia and the Venice Lagoon! Take the opportunity to stroll and explore this charming little town, admiring the canals, the bridges and the lively pedestrianised street. If you feel like taking a test ride today, head over on the local ferry and go to one of the islands in the lagoon, where you can cycle 17 km.
Tomorrow the journey really begins!
Day 2 Cycling to the mouth of the Po River - 58 km
Today we leave the Venice lagoon and cycle towards where the river Po meets the sea. Enjoy cycling on quiet roads with amazing birdlife. We recommend you to bring a picnic as there are many beautiful places to stop for lunch. In this area you will cycle through green and lush nature until you finally reach your accommodation on a cosy farm. (If you would like to cycle further, you can follow a new 43 km route)
58 km (43 km), +235 m (+157 m)
Day 3 Cycling to Comacchio - 80 km
You will start the day by cycling through an old hunting forest, formerly owned by the powerful Este family. Along the way you will have the opportunity to visit the impressive Pomposa Castle, before finally reaching the ancient lagoon town of Comacchio. Here you will spend the rest of the evening and night.
80 km, +230 m
Day 4 Cycling from Comacchio to Ravenna - 53 km
Today you will continue your journey southwards, along the Commachio Valley among small fishing villages and islands, arriving at your accommodation in the city of Ravenna after a wonderful day of cycling. Here you can enjoy several interesting sights, such as Dante’s tomb and the mosaics of San Vitale.
53 km, +110 m
Day 5 Cycling from Ravenna to Faenza - 52 km
On your way out of Ravenna, we recommend you to stop at Sant’Apollinare in Classe, a Byzantine masterpiece. From here you will cycle through the countryside, surrounded by green plains and beautiful orchards. Towards the evening you will reach your accommodation in the famous pottery town of Faenza.
End the day with a treat in Piazza del Popolo, one of the finest squares in Italy.
52 km, +158 m
Day 6 Cycling from Faenza to Florence - 72 km or 104 km
Today you will cycle from Faenza to Brisighella, through fruit and olive groves with the Apennine Mountains in the background. You can also choose to skip the cycling today and take a lovely train journey from Faenza across the Apennines to Florence. We offer you three wonderful options to get over the mountains from Emilia-Romagna to Tuscany!
Option 1: Finish the bike tour in Faenza, leave the bikes at the hotel and take the train to Florence, with your luggage in hand (the train ticket to Florence is included in the package price).
Option 2: Cycle from Faenza to the valley village of Borgo San Lorenzo (72 km), from here you will take the train to Florence with your bike.
Option 3: Cycle all the way from Faenza to Florence.
NOTES. Alt 2: 145 € per person + 1 extra day of bike rental. (This is due to luggage and bike transport to your hotel in Florence, minimum 2 people).
Daily bike prices:
Aluminium – 15 euros
Titanium – 20 euros
Electric bike – 30 euros
Tandem bike – 35 euros (tag along – 10 euros)
72 km (104 km), +1298 m, -1785 m
Day 7 Departure day
After a tough but incredible week, you wake up in Florence, your final destination. Take the rest of the day to explore this incredible city and enjoy!
We at EverTrek hope you had a great trip. Until next time.
Accommodations
During this trip you will stay in selected 2, 3 and 4-star hotels and B&Bs.
7 days/ 6 nights
| Night | Place | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| Night 1 | Chioggia | Hotel **/*** |
| Night 2 | San Basilio | Agriturismo |
| Night 3 | Commachio | B&B |
| Night 4 | Ravenna | Hotel *** |
| Night 5 | Faenza | Hotel **** |
| Night 6 | Florence | Hotel *** |
Examples of accommodation we work with on this trip:
Chioggia: Hotel Domus Clugiae
Commachio: B&B AI Ponticello
Florence: Art Hotel Firenze
Note! These are only examples of the accommodation we work with. Which hotel or B&B you will stay at depends on availability.
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