Parma to Verona & Venice Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

From $4,399 - $4,699 /person

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Parma to Verona & Venice Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: May-Jun, Aug-Oct 2025: May-Oct

From $4,399 - $4,699 /person

Emilia-Romagna & Veneto's Wine & Cuisine

From Parma to Verona, passion is everywhere. In the air. In the water. In the art. Food is prepared with it. Wine is produced with it. The culture is steeped in it. Even the people themselves are famously passionate—look at Romeo and Juliet. And when you experience this place for yourself, you'll be passionate too.

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Highlights

  • Ride on winding one-lane roads while meandering through the peaceful northern Italian countryside
  • Cook fresh tortelli alle erbette and learn the secrets of Italian cuisine in a private chef-led cooking class
  • Explore captivating World Heritage towns like Sabbioneta, Mantua and Verona—immortalized by Shakespeare
  • Taste wonderful regional wines—including Amarone, Bardolino and Valpolicella—right in their places of origin
Italy Parma to Verona & Venice Bike Tour map

Italy

Start Parma

End Verona or Venice

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Ride a scenic bike route from the Taro River along the foothills of the Apennine Mountains • An exclusive tour reveals the opulent living quarters at the Castle of Tabiano • Enjoy an aperitivo on the terrace with stunning views of the Po River Valley and the Parman hills • Learn all about Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and taste one of the region's most well-known products • A local chef shares the secrets of la cucina italiana during a private cooking class • Take in a bucolic countryside sunset before dinner. 

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Antico Borgo di Tabiano Castello
Parma
Casual Hotel

This grand 11th-century castle has been transformed into an elegant hotel offering comfort, relaxation and romance. (pool, spa)
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Day 3

Description

Explore ancient Sabbioneta, a World Heritage site known for its impressive theater and Renaissance design • Bike along the placid Po River to UNESCO-designated Mantua, home to grand palaces, magnificent architecture and superb northern Italian fare • Explore the town's fascinating history in the company of an expert guide.

Accommodations

Night 3

Hotel Casa Poli
Mantua
Casual Hotel

A sophisticated hotel with modern minimalist style, conveniently located in the heart of the vibrant city.
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Follow the lush Mincio River past serene parks and beautiful villages to Peschiera del Garda, a walled town that Dante once described as a "fortress fair and strong" • Relax at our elegant hotel, a former 18th-century noble residence • Take a stroll through Shakespeare's fair Verona • Pair regional cuisine with Veneto wines • Wind by bike along the Adige River to the foot of the Alps • Relax over lunch at a cantina near the shore of Lake Garda • Ride through renowned Bardolino vineyards, where world-famous wines are produced • Extend your vacation in Venice, our incomparable gateway city.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Villa Cordevigo
Verona
*Premiere Hotel

Once home to 18th-century nobility, this beautifully restored villa is surrounded by cypress, oak, and vineyards—the perfect place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Straight Talk

We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Traffic

Our exploration of Parma and the Po River basin traverses Italy's most productive agricultural region. Most routes travel on tranquil farm roads but, on occasion, you can expect to encounter increased traffic as we pass through larger towns that produce gastronomic delights such as prosciutto di Parma and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Of course, the van is nearby if you would like a lift.

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Antico Borgo di Tabiano Castello
Parma

Casual Hotel

This grand 11th-century castle has been transformed into an elegant hotel offering comfort, relaxation and romance. (pool, spa)
 

Night 3

Hotel Casa Poli
Mantua

Casual Hotel

A sophisticated hotel with modern minimalist style, conveniently located in the heart of the vibrant city.
 

Nights 4-5

Villa Cordevigo
Verona

*Premiere Hotel

Once home to 18th-century nobility, this beautifully restored villa is surrounded by cypress, oak, and vineyards—the perfect place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
 

From $4,399 - $4,699 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Backroads Performance Racer 2.0
Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Redesigned for 2024
  • Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

Cannondale Synapse Pro Carbon Bike
Carbon Bike
  • $650 rental fee; subject to availability
  • Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS
  • Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package
  • Built for hard-core riders
Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike
  • $400 rental fee
  • Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
  • Custom upgraded wheelset
  • Best for riders with some tandem experience.

From $4,399 - $4,699 /person

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