Top Vicenza Full-day Tours

There’s a treasure in the Verona Hills: in a picturesque landscape of vineyards, the Bottled Gold “Amarone” is a world-renowned wine. In this tour you will cycle through the “Valpolicella” area, starting from one of the historic landmarks of the city of Verona: “the Arena”, where once a young Palladio started his studies. In the Valley of Wine, the mighty shapes of Palladio’s architecture of Villa Serego, the enological vocation of this historical cellar and wine tasting is a unique experience. In the Villa surroundings, the beautiful Romanesque church of Santa Sofis is a jewel to visit. The second stop of this tour is at Villa Giona, where the balance of the wine blending, contributes to the perfect harmony of fragrances and flavours of the bottled gold. In the shadows of the ancient parish of San Giorgio di Valpolicella, lunch is served. In the second part of your tour the old rituals of eternal youth captivate the body and mind at the therapeutic spa of Aquardens in Verona. Enjoy!

From Vicenza city center, this E-Bike tour leads to the vineyards of Villa Valmarana ai Nani, enlightened from the golden light of the morning sun. On the Riviera Berica, the Lady of the Hills, Villa La Rotonda shines from its own eternal beauty. Perfect is the fusion between its proportions and Nature around the Valletta del Silenzio (Silence Valley). Riding on the green quite path, the architecture of Villa Trento and Villa da Schio pay homage to the passers on the bucolic landscape of these rich lands. Ancient is the tradition of the local Trattoria: precious lunch to taste. The afternoon sun gives vital energy to the fruit of the green gold, the tasty DOP Olive Oil. In the mill, the expert leads the senses to the discovery of its aromas. The journey of taste continues in the vineyards where the grapes give the award-winning Tai Rosso Doc. The last stop is Monte Berico: from the large square of the Santuario, Vicenza shows itself in all its divine beauty.

Just outside the city of Vicenza, between the stones and the dust of the yard of the Villa Trissino, his patron Giangiorgio coins the most famous name of modern architecture: Palladio. In the center of Caldogno, stands out the roof of Villa Caldogno, which reveals the elegant harmony of its Palladian forms. After the visit, the traditional dishes are cooked and the lunch is served in a typical restaurant. In the afternoon, the discovery of Villa Valmarana Bressan: the elegant frescoed hall is immerse in a magic atmosphere. Riding along the countryside path, the travellers contemplate the façade of Villa Da Porto Pedrotti, only to be surprised by a few pedal-stones further on, at the sight of the majestic eighteenth-century staircase of Villa Da Porto Casarotto. In the Bertesina area, it welcomes the Palladian Villa Gazzotti Grimani and the elegant Villa Ghilanzoni Curti where a glass of wine from the farm and typical products are the perfect restore before coming back to Vicenza.

In the heart of the city of Vicenza begins this journey to the lands of Lonigo, places of the Pisan noble family. The architecture of Villa La Rotonda narrates the history of the nobles who dwelt and lazed around in these places. From the oven comes the scent of tradition: homemade cakes for the sweetest of the snacks. After a slow wander, the innkeeper of the traditional restaurant welcomes the travellers for lunch. After the banquet, it’s time to leave and reach the Lonigo Lands. From the top of the hill, Rocca Pisana welcomes the travellers. In its presence, the sensation of dominion hits the ones observing the panorama. Once in Villa Pisani Bonetti, the Villa’s large garden and the formal simplicity of the spaces designed by Palladio are the perfect frame for refreshment. The scents of the Osteria del Guà awaken the senses to prepare the appetite for the house aperitif. It's time to come back to Vicenza, on board the elegant minivan.

This E-Bike tour, starting from Verona, leads to the discovery of the historic landscape of the Hills, which was once the inspiration for the world famous tragedy of Romeo and Juliet. Starting from Verona’s city center, the tour continues along the Adige river. Along the glistening riverbanks, the nature and the landscape tell the story of this land among charming villages and views of the beautiful vineyards of Amarone. In Villa Serego Alighieri, we raise a glass and toast tradition while the enthusiastic words of the expert guide the tasting. In the frescoed hall of Villa Quaranta lunch is served: the taste buds crescendo in the dishes of the exclusive restaurant. In the afternoon, cycling through the hills towards Lake Garda, thanks to the mild climate the landscape is enriched with olive groves. On the horizon, the fortified tower of the ancient castle signals the arrival in the Lake Garda village of Lazise, where we find time for a relaxing stroll.

From the gentle slopes of the Berici hills, this E-bike tour leads to the discovery of some Villas that long time ago were property of the noble families, between perfect symmetries and the genius of Andrea Palladio. With the bright reflections of Fimon Lake, the delicacies are served in the typical restaurants. In the afternoon the journey through the Hills keep going on between linen fields and mulberry rows. On the way back to Vicenza, the perfumes of the pastries straight from the oven of bakeries are the sweetest tentation: before the last stage it's time for a coffee break to rest the body and mind. Arrived in the city center, it’s time for a toast: the Palladian Basilica pays homage to the heroes with her eternal beauty, and the old bar welcomes the bikers with an aperitif in a timeless experience.

This E-bike journey starts from Possagno, the birthplace of the intriguing sculptor Antonio Canova, discovering the metamorphosis of the feminine shapes at Gypsoteque plasters collection. Riding the E-Bike, it's time you discover the land of the Queen of Cyprus, Caterina Cornaro. Once we reach Asolo, it's a pleasure discovering this ancient hamlet, surrounded and protected by its walls. This was a well known destination for writers, poets, artists and travellers from around the world. After a stop for lunch at a local restaurant, we will then visit Villa Barbaro, one of the greatest masterpieces of the superlative brilliance of Palladio, discovering the Portrait of the Ladies of Villa Maser by Paolo Veronese. Pedaling among the gentle slopes of the Asolo Hills, the landscape of vines tells the ancient vocation: in the local winery, a glass of sparkling Prosecco Superiore DOCG refreshes the tastes, before the last ride to Possagno. Finally, in Possagno it’s time come back in Vicenza.

The fortified tower of the Castle of Conegliano overlooks the city, and the starting point of this day of exploring. A walk through the center of this charming town: from the large door of the Contrada Grande Lion, the architecture tells the story of the city of Prosecco. In the oldest wine-making school of Italy, the local very knowledgeable guides invite you to enjoy wine bubbles at the Cerletti Institute. The statue and tree lined avenues begins the visit to Villa Brandolini d’Adda where beauty echoes in the harmonious forms of this Venetian residence. It is the moment for refreshment at the ancient Osteria where traditional dishes are served. In the afternoon, a landscape of gentle slopes leads to the Cartizze area, where the grapes ripened in summer offer the finest tastes to the wines. Walking through the picturesque vineyards, the winemakers of the cellars share their secrets of this land in a journey of the senses among the local flavors.

Our itinerary starts in Vicenza at Palazzo Valmarana Braga, a noble masterpiece of the great Palladian Architecture. Inside the palace, the vault masterfully frescoed by Zelotti, tells the stories of an ancient world. The tour continues with the discovery of two great villas of Palladio: Villa Caldogno where its magnificent frescoes narrate the lavish banquets and entertainments of that time and Villa Godi Malinverni in Lugo where the first acknowledgement to Palladio’s career took place. A tasty lunch with traditional dishes will be accompanied with local wines of Braganze DOC Area. The second part of the journey will lead you to the city of Marostica, surrounded by its massive castle walls, with its world famous “Piazza degli Scacchi”. Finally, you will arrive at the majestic Villa Angarano for a wine tasting session and Bassano del Grappa to visit its medieval town squares and its legendary “Alpini Bridge”, where the typical “mezzo e mezzo” cocktail is served.

Over time, the memory of the great noble families and their valiant deeds remains engraved: this tour tells of the powerful Paduan family of the Carraresi and the red cart. The tour begins in the enchanting Cittadella, where the fortified walls preserve the beauty of the city. Walking the ancient walls at a height of 45 feet is a journey through time. From the silent voyage on board the E-Boat, you can see the coat of arms painted on the tower of Porta Padova, the ancient access to the city. Riding the E-Bike, we continue towards the town of Castelfranco, an ancient port of call for trade. The streets of the town center share centuries of history and in the inn, lunch is served. In the Clock Tower, the red chariot in the vault is a historical reminder of the glorious past of the city. After the visit, we enjoy the Paco Bolasco Park where white statues adorn the enchanting lake of water lilies. Returning to Cittadella, it is time to enjoy an aperitif with a view of the ancient walls.

This Family Friendly Tour kicks off in city of Treviso and explores the beauty of the verdant nature of these flourishing lands. Along the ancient city walls, the Sile River flows slowly and steadily. On Paradise Island, children’s eyes are wide open and happy to see animals living freely between land and water. Between canals in the center, fish and ducks play within gentle currents of Europe’s longest resurgence river. From the impressive Porta Altinia the adventure begins along the ancient Restera, the road that leads to the Lagoon. In the Cemetery of Burci (the old Venetian boats), turtles sunbathe with cormorants and herons while the regal swans preside over the waters. A lunch stop on the banks of the Sile river where pirates used to sail. In the afternoon we will set off on the E-Bike towards the Lagoon and the discovery of the sea inhabitants of the Sea Life Aquarium. From the sea tunnel, the Iggy turtle welcomes you to the magical underwater kingdom of King Poseidon.

Riding the E-Bike, this tour leads to the discovery of the Villas of the Riviera, elegant country residences dating back to the era of Venetian nobility. In the fountain of Villa Pisani in Strà, it is not difficult to imagine the memories of times gone by from the reflections of the elegant residence. Cycling along the Brenta River, the natural beauty of the Riviera del Brenta accompanies you to the trattoria for lunch. In the afternoon, the simplicity of the architectural forms of Villa Widmann Rezzonico welcomes visitors. Inside, the large mirrors and chandeliers of fine Venetian workmanship reflect the elegant taste of the nobility who lived in these beautiful rooms. In Villa Foscarini Rossi, the halls preserve the ancient furnishings and house the collection of the Rossimoda Museum: through unique footwear discover the history of Venetian costume and Italian high fashion. In the delightful Barchessa Barbarigo, a guided tasting invites you on a journey through local delicacies.

In the narrow stone streets of the charming village of Lazise begins this family tour to discover Lake Garda. The center is a labyrinth of palaces that tell an ancient story, Venetian galleys that came to the Port of the old Lake Garda Customs House with tales of princes and ladies from the fortified castle. On the E-Bike, a journey through nature leads to a submerged world. The bright colors of the fish in the Sea Life Aquarium welcome you to the underwater world, to discover its many secrets. For aperitif time, we ride our E-Bike the destination of Peschiera del Garda, where the calm emerald waters reflect the rays of the sun. Following the course of the Mincio river we weave our way through natural landscapes towards the charming village of Valeggio. In the citadel, the Tortellino, the great dish of tradition is served. In the afternoon, from the maze of the south wing, the local song of the Great Oak tells its stories of colorful flowers of Sigurtà Park.

Cycling through the ancient lands of the early Venetians, descendants of Antenore, the founder of Padua, this tour explores the city of Padua and the villas surrounded by vineyards in the Euganean Hills. In Villa Emo Capodilista, the harmony of the forms of the architecture blends with the surrounding landscape. In the historic cellar, the balanced blends of grapes rest in oak barrels. Among the hills, we retrace the paths of the serene life of the Bishops in retreat in the villa in the countryside among terraces, vineyards and beautiful frescoes. The appetite of the tired Palladian biker is restored on the panoramic terrace of the restaurant; local wines pair perfectly with the traditional dishes. In the afternoon, the tour continues along the hills leading to the discovery of the ancient Castle of Veneza. Along the riverbanks of Bacchiglione, the rural landscape leads to the magnificence of Grimani Castle. Later, the aromatic wine notes are a pleasure before coming back to Vicenza.

Immerse yourself in the silence of the riverbanks of the Sile Regional Park. The placid waters of the river mark the slow passage of time and the luxuriant growth of the surrounding nature. Riding along the riverside, you will enjoy the view of beautiful riverside villas with their private docks. At Roncade, the famous magical castle will welcome you with its renaissance architecture. In the ancient historic cellar, the oak barrels age the nectar of Bacchus to give the most excellent wine tasting. In these archaeological rich lands, the museum of Quarto d’Altino houses ancient artifacts that trace history back to the Iron Age. After the lunch, the ride continues to Portegrandi, famous for its “Conca” Sile’s original gate to the Lagoon. At the end of the journey the breeze and the colors of the Venetian lagoon plant memories that will last a lifetime.

This Garda tour begins from the eternal shores of Lake Garda as we discover the stories and tales of the region. In the village of Lazise, centuries of history are brought to life between the towers of the ancient castle and the old Venetian Custom House. Breakfast in the square is the day’s first pleasure. On the E-Bike, heading towards the northern side of the lake, we pass beautiful landscapes of vineyards and olive groves growing abundantly. In the Bay of Sirens, among the reflections of crystal clear water stands the Rock of the Star, a beautiful nymph with a sad fate. Among the trees of the Garda Riviera is the perfect place for lunch as we enjoy the tranquility of the bay. In the afternoon the tour continues along the eastern shore of the lake until you reach the town of Malcesine, set like a precious jewel between water and land. Onboard the boat it is time to appreciate the coast of the lake from the water, where the coastal villages are small gems of incomparable beauty.