The lands of the ancient Republic of Venice, crossing three countries in one week –Italy, Slovenia and Croatia.
The history of the Republic of Venice provides the background to the entire trip. From the wonderful Venice, you will pass through the beaches on the coastline up to the plain of Friuli and then you will continue with the fascinating town of Trieste, finishing with a trip to the beautiful Istrian coast in Croatia, a sight which is truly to be treasured.
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Venice
Individual arrival in Mestre (the mainland of Venice). The city of Venice will captivate you with its splendour, acknowledged worldwide.
After a few kilometres on bike, you take the ferry and then the vaporetto, passing in front of Piazza San Marco, then you will reach Punta Sabbioni.From here you cycle along the stunning seacoast, with various opportunities for a refreshing bath in the sea. The overnight will be in one of the places along this famous coastline.
When you have left Caorle, with its characteristic historic centre, made up of little houses painted various colours that look out onto the piazzas and streets of the town, you will then head north towards the Julian Alps, leaving the sea behind you. You will be passing through an area with a multitude of ‘Valli da pesca’ (stretches of lagoon enclosed by earthen dikes where extensive fish farming is practised) and ‘casoni’ (constructions used by fishermen in the past during the fishing season).
Next you will go to the town of Portogruaro, one of the main centres in the period of the ‘Serenissima Republic of Venice, which is still impressive today with its glorious ‘Palazzi’ or ‘palaces’.
The trip can be shortened by 20 km by taking a train from Portogruaro to Latisana. You will spend the day between the region of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia, passing through an area abundant in water and history, among rivers, canals and ancient Roman towns. Your destination will be Aquileia, with its Roman excavations, or Palmanova, named “the starry city” because from above the town resembles a 9-pointed star.
The trip can be shortened by 30 km by taking a train at the end of the stage from Monfalcone to Trieste. You will once again head towards the sea: the gulf of Trieste awaits you, with many possible stops along the way, such as Duino with its two castles, Sistiana with its characteristic bay and Miramare with its famous white castle built according to the wishes of Maximilian of Augsburg, situated in a beautiful park of more than 20 hectares in size. Just a few kilometres lie between you and Trieste, the ancient port of the Asburgic Empire, which has much to offer as regards attractions and history.
Having left Trieste behind you, after a few kilometres you will pass the first of two borders that are key to this trip. You will cross over into Slovenia, often cycling along cycle paths through famous holiday resorts such as Koper, first for a long period a Venetian town, and then Austrian, and Piran, another important town which was ruled over for a long time by Venice. You then finally arrive in Portoroz, a town renowned for its spa and bathing facilities.
Cycling southwards, you will pass through the salt mines of Secovlje, a large Slovenian town. Some kilometres later you will cross the last border going into Croatia down along Istria county, the Adriatic sea’s largest peninsula. In the end you will reach Porec, the tourism capital of Croatia, with its Eufrasian Basilica, which, in 1997, was declared Patrimony of Humanity by UNESCO.
Tour ends today after breakfast. You may prebook a ferry back to Venice if required.
RATING Intermediate
You will ride for approximately 320km in 6 stages. The first four days are mainly on flat roads, across the Veneto and Friuli plain, while the last two stages are slightly more hilly. A reasonable level of fitness is required for this tour.
AIRPORT / TRANSFERS
The nearest international airport is Venice.
SCHEDULE & PRICE
Every Saturday from 4.04 – 18.07 and 22.08 – 3.10.2020
Every Sunday from 17.05 – 12.07 and 30.08 – 20.09.2020
Seasons 2020:
Season 1: 4.04 and 3.10
Season 2: 5.04 – 15.05 and 12.09 – 2.10
Season 3: 16.05 – 18.07 and 22.08 – 11.09
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Price per person, double occ. | CAD | $1020 |
Season 2 surcharge | $170 | |
Season 3 surcharge | $260 | |
Optional e-bike upgrade
Single room surcharge Upgrade to a mix of 3+ and 4 star hotels |
$180
$330 $170 |
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This tour includes:
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Not Included in the Price:
Local hotel taxes (approx. 2.00 € per night).
Train transfers:
Portogruaro–Latisana (approx. 10 min, 6 € per person);
Monfalcone–Trieste (approx. 25 min, 7 € per person).
Notes:
Transfer Porec-Venice possible by ferry boat (departs at 8am; approx. 150 min. journey). Prices from €75. Pre-booking at time of tour reservation is compulsory.
A 6 day tour that goes as far as Trieste is also possible, if you are short on time. The same departure dates apply, please contact us for pricing/availability.
Telephone: 705-949-1710 or 888-297-4786
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Email: travel@thevacationstation.com
HOURS
Monday to Friday: 9.30 am. to 5.30 pm.
Saturday: by appointment